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The self-taught decorator coaxes the cool out of a 1960s house that was stuck in the past. If its possible to feel at home in a construction zone,Blair Burtondoes. Admittedly, their expectations were low regarding the condition of the 1960s home. Living Room After: The conspicuous furred- down area hiding AC venting, which runs the length of the family room, couldn’t be removed. To distract the eye, Blair designed built-in book - shelves that fit flush against the structure, even carving out a niche for a custom sectional....

Steal a few tricks for entertaining at home. Find Fun in the Setting For Painter, open-air entertaining delivers boundless inspiration. Hand-painted plates and complementary linens lend an easy sophistication to the table. Credit: Carmel Brantley; Styling: Page Mullins A Beachy Brunch with Friends A tree-shaded deck offers the ideal spot for an alfresco meal. Natural textures and floral prints set a pretty, but relaxed tone. She tied in the brunch table’s pink-peppered palette via a floral bouquet and a vibrantsignature cocktail....

Adding another level gave her young family room to grow. So when a 1954brick ranchin their dream neighborhood came on the market, they beelined for it. We saw it on a Sunday afternoon when I was seven months pregnant, remembers Lisa. Luke and Lisa Henderson with their three children.Credit:Alison Gootee; Stylist: Jimmie Henslee; Design: Lisa Henderson Everyone else viewing the property was a builder. on the exterior. There were a whole lot of cobblers children around here, she jokes, referencing the old adage....

A women-led team helps a young family reconfigure their 100-year-old house to accommodate their evolving needs. “The Crestwood area is very special. “The whole neighborhood feels like home. Credit:HECTOR MANUEL SANCHEZ; Styling: KATHLEEN VARNER “Having a walk-in is such a luxury in a house this age.” “We truly enjoy every square inch on a daily basis. It’s very livable, and we get to take in the beauty of each room every day....

Strike a balance between town and country with timeless style. Or put me downtown for the convenience of living there, says Mack. After a brief tour, the couple knew it was meant to be theirs. “Mack and I both grew up on creeks and would catch salamanders, so seeing our son, Charlie, and Maggie’s son playing together in the water has been one of the highlights of living in this house for the past eight years,” says Staci....

Take a peek inside this gorgeous Georgia home. There are things to do for the smallest people and the oldest. Its a beautiful and special spot on theGeorgia coast, she says. Credit:Amy Neunsinger We really love observing the wildlife. It was this same glimmering wetland that sold Lewis and her husband on their own piece of paradise. It also has the most amazing sunsets youll ever see. Credit:Amy Neunsinger I mean, theyre incredible....

The century-old house is doused in her signature mix of hot and cold hues. I chickened out and never asked, she recalls. (ItsPPG Paints Delicate White, PPG1001-1.) Credit:James Ransom; Styling: Christina Wressell Im not adventurous with design in a way that Im making up something new. But color is my fun thing. Heres how Sabbe put her palette to work. Credit:James Ransom; Styling: Christina Wressell I believe every room should be used, so whats the point of two that feel the exact same?...

She was immediately drawn to this funky old place beneath live oaks on James Island. “I thought, ‘I’ve never seen anything like this anywhere.’ “I knew I could decorate it and make it our own space. “I’ve been collecting antiques since I can remember,” says Taylor, who filled the wall of shelves in the living area (at left) with treasures. Over an antique Asian sideboard in the lobby (below), she displays framed shells from South Africa, a pair of majolica oyster plates, and mounted antlers....

If you select links we provide, we may receive compensation. Just ask the experts! We’ve asked 10 Southern designers to share professional advice and lessons for success. Credit: True Homes Photography “We also repeat pillow fabrics and color palettes in each seating area for continuity and cohesiveness.” However, there’s no need to feel limited by the key in of material. Connect Seating Areas With a Daybed For designerBrynn Olson, space planning is the most critical step....

What’s old is new again. Tassels and Fringe Its all in the details! In particular, Graci is eager to incorporate English furnishings in warm mahogany and rosewood into his design projects. Credit:LAUREY W. GLENN We want quality pieces that will last a lifetime and beyond, he says. Brown is back, and designers are being drawn to brown patina wood pieces, she says. Pair traditional moldings and trim with trending wallpaper, Spanos suggests....

They’re sharing four ways to incorporate toile into any space. “I love toile for its storytelling quality, with its intricate scenes and historical flair.” Below, Lubin and other pros share more about why toile is definitely worth incorporating in any space. Credit:Photo: Julie Soefer / Design: Kara Childress She encourages people to think outside the box a bit as they choose a toile for their own space. “The possibilities are endless and can be deeply personal....

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A devil’s food cake this dark, rich, and moist? It’s sinfully good. It’s so good it’s sinfulit couldn’t possibly be otherwise! Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox It’s dark, rich, fluffy, and delicious. Learn how to make Devil’s Food Cake. (Traditional chocolate cake is made with melted chocolate.) Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Thaw at room temperature for at least an hour before frosting. Ingredients Cake: Cooking spray 2cupsall-purpose flour(8 1/2 oz....