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Text by Marion Laffey Fox Interior Design by Ellen Kavanaugh Interiors  Photography by Brantley Photography The North End of Palm Beach oozes a kind of mystical draw that appeals to many, including a Pennsylvania couple that chose to relocate when their younger son left for college. “I was lucky enough to come to Palm Beach with my parents when I was a...

Stemming from Chinese ceramics, these classically beautiful hues mix traditional and modern for a fresh look. 1. Cairo (wallpaper), in Blue & White, by Anna French 2. Cleo, Savoy, in Blue & White, by Anna French 3. Botanical, in Porcelain, by John Rosselli & Associates 4. Persea, in Bluestream-04, by Stroheim 5. Saranac, in Indigo, by Fabricut 6. Agra Emblem, in Indigo, by Fabricut 7. Arboretum,...

Text by Lauren Helmer Photography courtesy of Angie Seckinger While the facades of Georgetown’s beautiful homes may give passersby candlelit visions of those who dwelled in them during America’s birth, the abodes have been lovingly ushered into modern times with thoughtful preservation of their historic architectural details. Front Parlor One example of this sophisticated style is the former home of Val Hawkins. “It...

The warmer temperatures and vibrant blooms of spring often bring a revitalized spirit that inspires us to refresh our spaces and reevaluate what’s most important to us. While shaking off the winter cold and opening the windows to let in fresh air, we often take a look at our surroundings and decide we’re ready to make exciting changes. The pages...

Robin Rains is known for her Nashville–based design firm’s commitment to creating unique and influential interiors throughout the United States. From classic elements to modern accents, Rains knows how to incorporate stylish pieces into any type of space to, "evoke an emotional response and complement a lifestyle, not dictate one," for each client. Browse Robin Rains’ valuable tips for placing...

This special before and after issue of Southern Home showcases homeowners and designers that worked to breathe new life into beautifully constructed homes that had yet to reach their full potential. As you flip through these pages, it is our new year’s wish that you find inspiration and joy in seeing these spectacular transformations. What’s inside the Before + After...

Text by Lauren Gentry Walker Photography by John O’Hagan & Ben Finch A couple works to ensure their Tennessee home fits their lifestyle and aesthetic preferences in one of our before and after features from the January/February 2020 issue of Southern Home. When the homeowners purchased the expansive house, it was full of dark colors and felt overwhelmingly heavy. Now, thanks to...

There is no such thing as an empty nest for Patty Thomas and Henry Waszkowski. The Atlanta-based couple met and married later in life, each with children and grandchildren of their own spread across the South. With their newly blended family in the double digits, the couple quickly realized that the best way to foster a tight family unit...

The pumpkin, one of the most popular crops in the country, is plentiful this time of year. You’ll find them patiently waiting at produce markets and garden centers hoping you’ll take them home. Pumpkin popularity is at its peak during the fall holidays. Halloween would be amiss without them. Scary and funny faces carved into gourds and lit from the...

Text: Margaret Zainey Roux Photos: Sara Essex Bradley Some interior designers spend their entire careers cultivating their own signature style. Colleen Waguespack is not one of them. “One thing that distinguishes my practice from others is the way I personalize the design process,” says Waguespack, who is also the founder of Fig & Dove, a line of bespoke home décor and...