Family Adventure
It’s all too easy to travel the beaten path, but a more adventurous route paves the way for others to follow—an approach favored by Vestavia homeowner Emily Huntley...
10 Amazing Outdoor Retreats
ABOVE Architect Tom Adams, of Adams Gerndt Design Group,  chose sleek outdoor furnishings for Doree and Tony Nelson's poolside retreat. Featured in "Piquantly Poolside, " July/Aug 2013.   ...
Finder’s Keepers
When interior designer Virginia Volman steps into a thrift store or browses an online trading site, amazing things begin to happen. Take a tour of her recently renovated home—all designed with a focus on budget and uncompromising style.
The Best Seat in the House
Circa has long been a southern go-to for fine English and Continental antiques, one-of-a-kind-pieces, and sophisticated-but-approachable design ideas. Owner Cindy Smith started dealing antiques as a hobby...
Twin Tips: Taking on a Remodel?
So often, the house that seemed perfect for your family five years ago no longer fits the needs of your life today. Yet you love the style of...
Home and Away
After writing a check for tuition, room and board, and a meal plan, one might think there should be an automatic upgrade from the standard issue...
Voice of Experience
How did you come up with the idea for Birmingham Gardening Today? John: Several years ago, after I retired from Southern Living, I realized that my...
The Architects: Carey Hollingsworth
Carey Hollingsworth has been designing homes in Birmingham for more than 20 years. Currently, he’s the president of the Birmingham chapter of AIA. The reason he loves his...
The Architects: Dungan Nequette Architects
Jeff Dungan started Dungan Nequette Architects with Louis Nequette more than 20 years ago. Together, they have designed homes and commercial buildings from Birmingham to Alys Beach to...
The Architects: ArchitectureWorks
“Our projects are primarily derived from our clients’ personal preferences, and informed by the site and surrounding context. We begin the process by listening to our client’s goals...
