His and Hers
She’s the cook. He’s the mix master. Together Lillian Israel and her architect husband George can whip up a pretty tasty menu—especially now...
Open House
Interior decorator Iris Thorpe and her Homewood client have worked on this project for years—tweaking things slowly and collecting just-right antiques over time. But when the Hollywood home tour came around last April, the project went into overdrive, and Iris finished the job in one fast and furious month.
The Bryant House
   1. FORMAL DINING ROOM The satinwood-banded dining table and gilded dining chairs create a sense of...
Piquantly Poolside
FOR THE GOURMET, a bland dish needs new flavor to imbue it with verve. For the architect, the same rule applies...
Courtyard Sanctuary
Little details that would be lost in large venues become jewels in the crown of a small garden. Working with only 3, 000...
Found in Translation
The Nondescript brick house, pictured left, was due for an overhaul, and its owners were overdue for a comfortable, ...
Suite Upgrades
Suite One: A Study in Romance When this Mountain Brook family decided to do some remodeling, their first thought was the...
On the Flip Side
Situated on a wooded Mountain Brook lot is a house that the owner calls an ongoing, living art piece. It exists in...
Garden Designer Troy Rhone…
Mix of Materials In addition to plant texture, Troy introduced a variety of surfaces to this backyard garden. Bluestone pavers, brickwork,...
May Flowers
Oh I envy the Green Thumbs who seem to have a way with flowering plants such as dahlias, peonies, and heirloom...