Journal

Rediscovering the Romance of a Beautiful Home Bar I believe what makes a home special is the welcoming atmosphere experienced as one steps through the front door. This is why Danny and I have a home bar in our entry hall. We find the simple gesture of offering a drink as our guests arrive sets a relaxed and festive tone, making everyone feel instantly at home in our space. With the approaching season of cooler evenings and special gatherings, I’d … Read More

Dress Your Space and Let Freedom Ring! The long days of summer have me daydreaming of homemade ice cream, fireflies, and sparklers. Danny and I enjoyed working with Southern Living magazine on this photoshoot of our Guntersville lake house all dressed for July 4th. What will you be doing for the Fourth this year? Is your outdoor space ready to celebrate with you?  Danny and I look forward to spending the steamy weekends of July on Lake Guntersville where the pleasant breezes … Read More

The Art of Accessorizing Whether you’re looking to update a tired room or moving into a new home, accessories are a great way to add instant life and personality to a space. Just as a necklace and earrings lift a nice dress to a new level of elegance, and a well-selected tie and pocket square turn a good suit into a fashion statement, home accessories are the finishing touches that transform a perfectly pleasant room into something exceptional. But, there … Read More

Mother’s Day is a time to pause and remember the women who’ve gone before us and deposited so much into our lives. In anticipation of this special day, I’ve found myself reflecting on my mother and the inspiration she is, not only to me but to all who know her. Mother, at age 91, is full of life, spunky, and fun as ever. She lives by herself, still drives, and is always looking forward to a good time. Today she … Read More

  Come See Our Westin Huntsville Renovation! Many know Accents of the South for our residential interiors, but how much do you know about our commercial design? In this journal entry, I’d like to take you behind the scenes for one of our recent corporate renovation projects with the beautiful Westin Huntsville hotel. My approach to corporate design is not unlike that with residential clientele. Businesses, like homeowners, have personalities, and their own unique color and aesthetic preferences. They have … Read More

From Beverly’s Table to Yours Four Tips for Setting a Festive Thanksgiving Table Anyone who has hosted a Thanksgiving meal knows the amount of preparation involved, and while we may have fewer gathered around us this year, the Thanksgiving table is still the heart of the celebration. Beverly has some helpful tips that will make setting your table a significant and joyous part of the occasion.   1. Try Something Unexpected This has been a year of surprises. We can … Read More