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Text: Jennifer Boles Over the centuries, fine art and design have frequently crossed paths, especially when it comes to decorating walls. Frescoes and tapestries, for example, represent the best of both worlds, as does wallpaper designed to give the impression of a painted mural, an artistic feat which was introduced by Chinese artisans and later transformed by French wallpaper manufacturers. Having...

Text: Jeanne de Lathouder Photos: Catrina Maxwell Poised in radiant elegance on a quiet cul-de-sac, a modern Tudor-style home blends fluently with the landscape yet strikes an enchanting contrast to the plush green lawns and aged trees of Atlanta’s posh Chastain Park neighborhood. Among many splendid secret views revealed only from inside its courtyard, a magnificent floating stairway enclosed in glass shimmers...

The crème de la crème of the greenhouse world, every Hartley Botanic Glasshouse is handmade to your exact requirements in England, using the finest materials with unparalleled durability, safety, and beauty. The manufacturer has been creating its beautiful and elegant horticultural buildings for more than eighty years and is so trusted that its entire product range is endorsed by...

Text: Lauren Helmer Photos: John O’Hagan In Birmingham, Alabama’s historic English Village, 1920s-era architecture built in the Tudor style plays host to chic clothiers, bistros, salons, a 76-year-old hardware store, and a beloved French bakery. Along the brick-laid sidewalks, patrons sip coffee, chat, and ogle the adorable pooches of passersby. These sidewalks meander up into the hills, where lush greenery and...

Text: Margaret Zainey Roux Photos: Michael Hunter A bit of nailhead here, a tad of tape trim there. In design, it’s the little details that make the biggest impact, according to Ashley Goforth. “I describe my style as classic with a kick, and the kick comes from the details,” says the Houston-based interior designer. “I’m all about building elegant rooms founded on...

Text: Alice Welslh Doyle Photos: Kip Dawkins Even a historic home on the picturesque James River in Williamsburg, Virginia, needs to break out of the past eventually. The homeowner turned to Ashley Hanley to give their abode a full makeover. “The house was stuck in the past,” says Hanley. “It was full of jewel tones, heavy-handed window treatments, faux-painted walls, maple cabinets...

Text: Alice Welsh Doyle Photos: Kip Dawkins For years, longtime clients of interior designer Carolyn Kendall, the owner and lead designer of Alcott Interiors, pined for a particular house in Boca Grande, where they already owned a condo. The appeal of the property was undeniable—a beautiful beach, incredible panoramic views of the water, and plenty of acreage. When the house was...

Text: Karen Carroll Photos: Images courtesy of Robert Brown Interior Design Southern Home (SH): What did you want to be when you grew up? Robert Brown (RB): Well, for a minute there, I wanted to be a professional tennis player. When I realized that probably wasn’t going to work out, I went to the University of Georgia and majored in journalism, thinking...

With Easter Sunday approaching, the Southern Home team is busy finalizing our Spring tablescapes. While planning, we turned to some of our favorite tastemakers for inspiration in setting a bold and beautiful Spring table. Use potted plants for a centerpiece that lasts. Personalized menus and name cards add an extra special touch to any occasion. Embrace the beautiful spring weather and consider...

The French General collection of fabrics and trimmings evokes a classic French spirit with a twist, updating patterns and tones to suit today’s relaxed, refined lifestyle. Bold hues are balanced with nuanced neutrals, and texture is brought to the forefront, especially in the range of complementary trimmings. A mélange of casual and formal styles provide the foundation for this reimagined...