The Cedar and Stone Refinery Team
Our Story
Connected through community and kids, The Cedar and Stone Home Collective was founded by friends from different backgrounds and experiences who share a passion for hospitality, creativity, home curation, and service. Cedar and stone may define refined homes, but for us, they tell a deeper story. Cedar represents finding strength in our roots and connections, while stone represents resilience, stability, and the foundation of our partnership.
Together, Megan and Amber bring their talents to educate homeowners through staging, styling, photography, branding, and short-term rental consulting. Clients of the Collective experience partnership, collaboration, and the guidance needed to maximize their investments, beautify their space, and improve their quality of life.
Meet the C+S Refinery Team
Amber Pogue
Operations Director
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Amber has spent over twenty years teaching Chemistry, Biology, and Environmental Science, always viewing her students as clients and priding herself on building lasting relationships with students, families, and the community. A natural connector and supporter, Amber is the first point of contact at Cedar and Stone.
Always up for a creative challenge, she’s quick to dive headfirst into problem-solving—hopefully even yours! Originally from Upstate New York, Amber has lived in snowy Wisconsin, vibrant Philadelphia, and along the shores of North Carolina before finally calling Blacksburg home.
Passionate about all things outdoors, you’ll often find Amber hiking, running, playing softball, baking, or crafting with her three kids, her lovable (and ridiculous) dog, and her wonderful husband—unless she’s off staging and styling with Megan, of course!
Megan Quesenberry
Creative Director
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Megan brings over 20 years of experience in graphic design, branding, digital media, and marketing, with a background spanning both university and private sector settings. A creative entrepreneur at heart, she pursued her long-time dream of owning a bed and breakfast by embracing the Airbnb platform more than nine years ago. Today, she manages two properties and has been recognized as a highly rated Airbnb Superhost for many years, consistently delivering exceptional guest experiences.
While renovating her lake house in 2020, Megan discovered a deeper passion for interior design, hospitality, and branding spaces—solidifying her commitment to this creative path. Since then, she’s been a guest on the Behind the Stays podcast, worked with the online interior design company Havenly, and played a key role in helping others launch and grow successful short-term rental ventures.
Originally from California’s Bay Area, Megan has called Blacksburg, VA home since 2011. When she’s not designing or managing C+S client spaces, you’ll likely find her enjoying Claytor Lake, doing Pilates, traveling, trying new restaurants, cheering on Virginia Tech, or spending time with her husband, two kids, and their three beloved pets.
