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Text by Frances Macdougall The story of how Birmingham designer Jan Ware and her family ended up in their lake cottage is one of those meant-to-be tales. In their early married life, Ware and her husband visited friends from Atlanta who had a house at Lake Martin in Alabama. “We’d always been Gulf Coast people,” says Ware. But after a...

There is a lot on the checklist when hunting for the perfect bar stool. Ideally, the bar stool you choose is beautiful, durable, and functional. So we have put together a list of 10 options that provide these qualities and more. From eclectic to classic, there is something for every style preference in this top 10 round-up. Woodbridge: Ventura "This stool...

Introduction Text by Sidney Bragiel Don’t be afraid to gold bold with pattern on your tabletops. Adding a variety of colors, textures, and china will help to create stunning table settings. Discover versatile ways to utilize vibrant elements to create a uniquely beautiful tablescape for your home. Consider a Classic Combination Blue and white are always a classic combo to ground any table...

Decorating with Travel Finds Decorating with travel treasures gives you a chance to tell your guests about—and acts as a daily reminder of—your life’s grandest adventures! Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) founder and president Paula Wallace—who frequently travels from Savannah to SCAD’s global locations in Atlanta and Lacoste, France, as well as other sites worldwide—suggests that wherever your travels...

Text by Sherry Moeller A cozy nook, a stylish bedroom desk, a favorite chair, or a dining room or kitchen table might all provide what one needs to accomplish daily tasks while working from home. Some essentials, such as good lighting including natural and task lamps, a comfortable chair and device connectivity, establish the basic setup, while calming elements within...

@thehouseofbrookeandlou An assortment of objects in varied shapes and sizes adds interest and pizzazz to otherwise plain white shelves without making them feel cluttered. @societysocial Why limit shelf styling to the bookcase? A classic blue and white color combo pairs well with rattan accessories just waiting to be used when company can come over again! @katherinebmelvin Ginger jars mixed with collected art and leather...

Lakeside These wooden lounge chairs topped with black and white geometric cushions make for a comfortable perch lakeside. The wheels on the chairs allow for easy moving.  Make a refreshing drink and take a seat! Poolside This pool deck is complete with 2 sets of seating accented with matching blue and white garden stools. Monogrammed towels complement the blue and white color...

As the days get longer and the nights get warmer, we feel called to open up our spaces and let in the glow of summer. From lush greenery and manicured lawns to daily family meals and iced tea on the front porch, this time of year inspires us create happiness within our own homes. The Southern Home team hopes you’ll...

Brush Studio Art Browse the artfully crafted goods at Brush Studio Art and discover this playful 5”x5” Dark pink hydrangea mini painting on canvas. Custom colors and sizes are available. Lafco This beautiful Floral Spring Classic Duo Gift Set includes one 6.5 oz Duchess Peony candle and one 6.5 oz Star Magnolia candle. Susan Gordon Pottery This eye catching Handmade Ceramic Wavy Bowl is...

Text by Charlotte Safavi One of the highest compliments an interior designer can receive is a repeat client. Such was the case for Ashley Goforth when a Houston family called on her a second time to furnish their brand-new home. “My clients moved to a larger house in a more kid-friendly area,” says Goforth. “It’s a home that better accommodates...