Marissa Hermanson Moomaw
Collecting stories
Lifestyle journalist based in Richmond, Virginia, writing about (but not limited to) food + drink, travel + culture, home + decor, weddings.
PROJECTS
Dwell Magazine
An Australian Cottage Gets a Japanese-Inspired Makeover and a New Home Office
When your office is also your home, it can be a challenge to separate work from play. But in this contemporary cottage located in Melbourne, Australia, Austin Maynard Architects struck the perfect balance, creating both a domestic sanctuary and functional workspace for a couple and their three cats.
myregistry.com
How to Plan a Wedding on an Accelerated Timeline
The average engagement period is 15 months, according to a recent wedding study, but some couples don’t want to wait that long to say “I do.” They would rather get the show on the road and enjoy the “happily ever after” part.
With venues booking up more than a year in advance, the current wedding industry naturally sets couples up for a year-long (or more) engagement. However, if you don’t want to wait that long, it’s still possible to plan a big celebration on a tight timeline. Whether it’s ...
Dwell Magazine
A Futuristic Abode in Australia Draws Inspiration From Star Wars
When tapped to create a contemporary home with clean lines, ample light, and a view, Austin Maynard Architects find inspiration in the macrobinoculars from Star Wars.
Dwell Magazine
6 Co-Working Clubs Catered to Women That Radiate Good Vibes and Beautiful Designs
It's no wonder why female-centric workspaces are skyrocketing in popularity all across the globe. While these co-working clubs provide a safe, comfortable environment for women to collaborate and network with one another when it comes to business purposes, they also place great emphasis on building community through various events and activities. Plus, they just so happen to echo lots of beautiful design.
Trulia
Charming One-Stoplight Towns a Short Drive From the Big City
If small-town life appeals to you, but you can’t say goodbye to the culture and convenience of urban living, these quaint towns are off the beaten path and just a short drive to the airports, theaters, and restaurants of a big city.
The Kitchn
The Top Wedding Trends for 2018 Include Wine Slushies
Move over, mashed potato bar and cake pops! There are new delicious catering trends in the wedding world to sink your teeth into (think: wine slushies, bite-sized desserts, and raw bars with all the fruits de mer). ... Here's what's on the menu this wedding season.
Dwell Magazine
A Midcentury Time Capsule Captures an Architect's Love For Iconic Design
Midcentury architect Alden B. Dow was known for many things—midwestern modern style, the internationally recognized John Whitman house, his passion for progressive designs, and the aesthetic philosophy of composed order.
Richmond.com
Richmond weddings: Here's what's hot, trendy, and how much it all costs
Over the past decade, Richmond’s wedding scene has grown, adding vendors and venues to keep up with the national trend of couples wanting more specialty and custom celebrations.
Dwell Magazine
Discover Florida's Mysterious Dome Home Before It Sinks Into the Sea
We dive into the fascinating history behind Cape Romano's peculiar, igloo-like structures, which have been a treasured fixture to Southwest Floridians since the early 1980s.
richmondmagazine.com
On-Brand Office
In October, the advertising firm Barber Martin Agency left behind The Boulders Office Park in Chesterfield for a hip new home in Scott’s Addition. Formerly an appliance distribution warehouse, the 9,500-square-foot space was a blank canvas that, thanks to the help of local design firm Baskervill, was transformed into a beautiful and functional office. With a sleek, contemporary design and fun furnishings, the new office echoes Barber Martin’s creative m.o.
uvamagazine.org
Griddle Me This
Our scoop on the double-doughnut tradition that lives on—the Grillswith.
blog.rismedia.com
How to Save for a House and a Wedding at the Same Time
If you and your partner are planning a wedding and purchasing a home together, there are large expenses to take into consideration as you save up for both milestones. Couples are spending an average of $33,391 on their wedding, and first-time homebuyers are spending $18,000 on average for a home down payment ($10,512 with FHA loans).
richmondmagazine.com
A Home Away From Home
Richmond homeowners are embracing Airbnb, the online vacation rental marketplace
Trulia
The Soul of the Southwest: Illuminated Adobe in Taos, New Mexico
Artists have known it for over a century: Taos, New Mexico inspires deep creativity. Seeded by artists like Georgia O’Keefe and Ansel Adams, creativity has grown into a trademark Taos feature, with over 80 galleries and museums for a town of just 6,000 people. What is it about this town that makes it such a fertile place for the imagination?
domino.com
The New Comfort Food Cookbook You Need for Fall
Nadine Levy Redzepi spills her secrets for the home chef.