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Whether you are setting up a new home office or a niche for writing notes, these desks are sure to fit your needs. JENNA DESK BY CENTURY FURNITURE Ivory finish Acacia solids with eglomise top & trim; three drawers and pull-out tray on each end; 60″W × 30″D × 30″H; $3,750; centuryfurniture.com ALIX DESK BY BUNNY WILLIAMS HOME A luscious lacquered finish with...

In his new book, Poetry of Place: The New Architecture and Interiors of McAlpine, published by Rizzoli, architect Bobby McAlpine transports readers through time and around the globe, translating influences and creating fresh takes on classic styles. The renowned architect has written two other books (The Home Within Us, 2010; Art of the House, 2014), and in this volume,...

Text: Leslie May Even if you think your room doesn’t need window treatments, it does. Full panels, tailored valances, or scalloped Roman shades are what make a room feel finished, warm, and cozy. Windows are a blank canvas, like a muslin mannequin awaiting her fitting, and every window is only half-dressed without window treatments. You can purchase ready-made drapery panels...

Text: Tiffany Adams Photos: Julie Wage Ross “Most clients come to us with the same request—lighten up my house,” says designer Debi Davis. As the owner of Debi Davis Interiors, she has become known for creating open, light-filled spaces with refined accents; and it was her signature style that attracted the owners of this Little Rock home. Built in 2004, their...

Lanterns are the perfect fixture to illuminate the entrance of your home as well as living spaces. They are available in traditional forms, but they also come in a variety of modern styles and finishes that add depth and interest to any space. With endless options, choosing the right fixture can be daunting. So, we have done the work...

  Located in Northwest Florida, South Walton is continually recognized as a premier beach vacation destination that boasts 26 miles of sugar-white sand, turquoise water, and 16 unique beach neighborhoods, each with its own personality and style. In South Walton, luxury accommodations, outdoor adventure, eclectic shops, art galleries, and award-winning restaurants are part of the distinctive character and relaxing atmosphere. Outdoor...

Built in the 1950s, a French-style home on a desirable street in Mountain Brook received an addition in the 1980s, and then it remained stuck in time until new owners bought the property in 2019. They tasked designer Kate Hartmann with composing rooms that integrated the owners’ antiques with fresh notes of contemporary elements. Rescue Mission Rescue Mission Rescue Mission Rescue Mission Rescue Mission The...

1. Spartina 449 Siren Top Handle Crossbody with Beaded Tassel Bag Charm This premium leather handbag designed by Spartina 449 is for the style maven who is uncompromising on function and quality. It features a removable, adjustable crossbody strap with pockets and compartments to keep everything organized. spartina449.com 2. Juliska Emerson Pewter Stoneware Collection Let your culinary triumphs shine when you set your holiday...

As we approach the summer months, the line between indoors and outdoors begins to blur and we find ourselves spending more time on back patios and screened porches. These extensions of our homes become our main living spaces where we linger well into the evening hours, enjoying conversation, cocktails, and alfresco meals. In the May/June 2019 issue of Southern...

Text: Jeanne de Lathouder Photos: Rebecca Lehde of Inspiro 8 Studios A spectacular modern outlier perched along the shores of South Carolina’s coveted Lake Keowee, this breathtaking property wows the beholder at first glance with its majestic views. Located in an exclusive enclave called The Landing at Keowee Springs—a posh community amid The Cliffs—the undeveloped lot surprisingly did not reveal the...