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The smallest sneak peek of a a kitchen from whole

The smallest sneak peek of a a kitchen from whole house project very literally years in the making.

These homeowners have had the worst luck possible with just about every subcontractor they hired. (Bless their hearts. They had their own subcontractors hired before they brought me on board.)

Today, I was finally able to go and style a small part of the kitchen I designed for them. It was so nice to see them happy and getting settled in their house in the country. Hopefully, this is just the beginning of making it a warm and welcoming home.

The following photos are the markers I use to remind myself where to turn because the house isn’t on any kind of map. “The turn is right after the deer mailbox and then take right side of the fork in the road.”

Another look at a recent powder room project. I do

Another look at a recent powder room project. I don’t know about you but I love a room with high contrast and drama balanced with pretty details. It is hard to truly capture the feeling of a small space but hopefully this moving picture 🎥brings you to another level.

#deeplysouthernhome #deeplysouthernhomeclientproject #powderroom #blackandwhitebathroom #cottagecore #cottagestyle

The design agenda for this client's powder bath re

The design agenda for this client's powder bath remodel was rooted in the cottage aesthetic, but make it bold. I love when a client wants to make statement in a powder room, to welcome guests into a little jewel box.⁠
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On the blog today, I'm sharing all the details behind the design and how this powder room became the beneficiary of the primary bathroom remodel. Gaining inches make all the differenc in a small space. ⁠
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#deeplysouthernhome #deeplysouthernhomeclientproject #powderroom #cottagestyle #birminghaminteriordesigner

Waiting on spring. Resisting the urge to rush to s

Waiting on spring. Resisting the urge to rush to spring inside when the air is still cold and the light is brighter without the cover of the trees. While the landscape seems monochromatic this season embracing contrast feels nice. Soft branches, that don’t feel too spring-like and soft textiles make it feel cozy.

What are your favorite ways to overcome the blah’s of winter? Or do you just throw yourself directly into spring in your home?

Plants are part of the finishing touch in any room

Plants are part of the finishing touch in any room I style. It took me a while to find the right specimen for our glamorous bathroom update, but this ficus tree (Ficus Nitida) was worth the wait.

In here, I love how it softens the expanse of glass which felt cold and empty before.

The window to this room faces south to south east and is filled with bright light all day. I water it once a week most of the time, but the proper care is probably every 5 days especially in the warmer months. (This takes some effort on my part because I either buy or train my plants to except watering every Friday or Saturday.) The ficus does occasionally drop leaves and it makes me sad and worried, but soon new sprouts emerge and I know all is well.

Don’t get me wrong, I’m not opposed to a faux tree when conditions aren’t right, but in this bathroom a living thing is infinitely better.

Need a source? All the details are on the blog, search “European bathroom”

#deeplysouthernhome #beforeandafter #bathroomdesign #blackandwhitebathroom #checkerboardfloors #marblefloors #traditionalhome #thenewsouthern #plantsofinstagram #plantsmakepeoplehappy #plantstyling #ficustree

What a beautiful bathroom to wake up to! My client

What a beautiful bathroom to wake up to! My clients knew they wanted a luxurious bathroom with charm of cottage style. The floor plan was a challenge from the start, but I’d say the goal was achieved! All the details are on the blog. Link in the bio.

If you are in the Birmingham area, I would love the opportunity to help you achieve your home goals. Just fill out the project intake form under the “services” tab on the website.
#deeplysouthernhome
#birminghamhomeandgarden #birminghaminteriordesigner #bathroomdesign #bathroomremodel #cottagestyle #luxuriousbathroom #homedesign #homeinspodaily

Happy New Year! The tradition at our house is to t

Happy New Year! The tradition at our house is to take down Christmas during the day. For dinner, we always have my grandmother’s cabbage casserole and black eyed peas. Southern lore says black eyed peas will bring you luck and cabbage will bring wealth. Who am I to tempt fate? It’s just what we do.

Back in 2015, when the blog was just for family and friends, I added my version of my grandma’s recipe to the blog. I’ll add the link in the bio if you are interested. (Don’t expect much of the photography.) Even my cabbage averse family will eat this. Every year, I eat all the leftovers for lunch over the next few days and then get on the path to healthy eating.

What are your traditions for New Year’s Day? I’d love to hear. I always find family traditions fascinating.

Oh, and about this image. I loved seeing this little tree on the table I picked up from Roundtop Texas this year. I will miss this view.

#deeplysouthernhome #Newyearsday #NewYearsDaytraditions #smmakelifebeautiful #idcoathome #ruedaily #hallwayviews

The top stills of 2022. Thank you for “still”

The top stills of 2022. Thank you for “still” liking photos on the feed. 😉 So grateful to share these squares with you. Thank you. Here’s to another wonderful year!

Algorithm note: all of these photos are from much earlier in the year with one exception. The most recent reveal of the client bathroom. Could it mean Instagram is finally leaning into photos again? We can only hope!

#deeplysouthernhome #interiordesigner #birminghaminteriordesigner #interiordecor

One more remodel on the blog before the year is up

One more remodel on the blog before the year is up! A traditionally inspired cottage style bathroom was completely remodeled with elevated, luxurious finishes. The uninviting, chopped up floor plan needed to be reimagined in the existing footprint. The solutions and the full reveal are worth seeing, but the story behind the scenes takes this client’s bathroom from a successful project to a personal full circle.

Link in the bio.

#deeplysouthernhome #cottagestyle #cottageandbungelows #birminghaminteriordesigner #Cottagebathroom #beforeandafter #bathroomremodel

It is about now that people start taking down thei

It is about now that people start taking down their Christmas decor or start talking about doing it. I prefer to keep it all up until January 1 for several reasons.
1. I am generally not ready to see it go.
2. I love keeping the house feeling festive for New Year’s Eve.
3. When our children were little, the week between Christmas and New Year always felt slower paced and I truly got to enjoy the season. So now it’s a tradition.
4. All of the above are good reasons to procrastinate. 😂

Whatever you choose, to do is right for you and your family. I understand that some people are ready for a clean slate and others keep their Christmas up to follow a religious calendar.

If you want to see the rest of our Christmas Home Tour, I’ve put the link in the bio.

#deeplysouthernhome #christmasdecor #christmasmantel #christmasdecorating

Merry Christmas to you. May the joy of the season

Merry Christmas to you. May the joy of the season fill your heart and may your days be filled with love and light.

#deeplysouthernhome #merrychristmas #christmasdiningroom #nativity

These cold mornings make me want to stay in bed lo

These cold mornings make me want to stay in bed longer. I did just that this weekend. How about you?

#christmasdecor #christmasdecorations #christmasbedroom #cofferedceiling #fourposterbed #darkbedroom #traditionalbedroom #deeplysouthernhome

Who’s kitchen is ready for some holiday baking.

Who’s kitchen is ready for some holiday baking. I’m going to start tonight or tomorrow. I usually try to wait until closer to the big day. I like my treats to be fresh and if I make them too far in advance my people eat them before the holiday has come.

What are you baking this year? Anything new to your lineup?

In case you missed my Christmas in the kitchen home tour check out the link in the bio. I share tips for fuss free decor and a look back at our Christmas in the kitchen over the last four years.
#christmasdecor #christmaskitchendecor #deeplysouthernhome #holidaybaking

Christmas in the kitchen Part 2 of my Christmas Ho

Christmas in the kitchen Part 2 of my Christmas Home Tour is on the blog today! I share styling tips and a look back at the past 4 years of our kitchen decorated for Christmas. I think you will enjoy it and hopefully be inspired if your kitchen still needs a few touches of Christmas. ⁠
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Link in the bio. ⁠
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#deeplysouthernhome #christmasdecor #christmaskitchendecor #brickbacksplash #blackisland #traditionalkitchen #interiorinspiration

The dreary days of December create the perfect sce

The dreary days of December create the perfect scene for the twinkling lights and the glow of candles. May you see the blessings and beauty in these quieter moments of the season.

This reel was intentionally pulled back to give you a feel for how our living and dining spaces interact as one vaulted room, instead of the separate shots I generally share here.

Link in the bio for our Christmas Home tour for more and resources.

#deeplysouthernhome #christmasdecor #holidayhome #vaulteivingroom #flockedchristmastree #kingofchristmas #bhgholiday #mysouthernliving #bhgchristmas #traditionalchristmas

Look! There’s a fire in my non-functioning firep

Look! There’s a fire in my non-functioning fireplace! 😂 The day I photographed our home for the Seasonal Simplicity Christmas Home tour was so gloomy I decided to take many of the photos with candles lit. Funny how I didn’t even notice the angle created such a fire until I pulled the photo here to share!

Swipe to see there really isn’t a fire at all, just an oversized holiday candle I picked up at Home Goods that I am mildly obsessed with. Wish I could share it with you all.

Don’t miss out on seeing the rest of our Snowy Silver Christmas decor on the blog! Link in the bio.

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One of my favorite blog posts to write and share e

One of my favorite blog posts to write and share each year is the Seasonal Simplicity Christmas Home Tour. Call me nostalgic, but there is nothing better than scrolling through photos of a home in one sitting without music and video. You are invited to the blog for this, the first installment, of our home decorated for Christmas. (I had so many photos to share the post was getting quite long. The second part of the home tour will be published over the weekend.)

Head on over to DeeplySouthernHome.com and take a tour. (Link in Bio) Get comfortable with your favorite mug of goodness and visit 14 other blogger homes as well. Each home is decorated with care and their unique style.

This year’s scheme was inspired by our new 9 ft Queen Flocked tree by @KingofChristmas. We could not love it more! It is full, and lush and easy to decorate.

#deeplysouthernhome #christmashometour #christmastree #kingofchristmas #christmasinspiration #livingroomdesign #seasonalsimplictyhometour #flockedchristmastree #holidayhomedecor #smmakelifebeautiful. #bhgholiday #burgandychristmasdecor

Little by little our home is being filled with the

Little by little our home is being filled with the Christmas cheer. I'll be sharing a full home tour on the blog next Wednesday, but for now here's a little sneak peek. I arranged the white mums leftover from our Thanksgiving table arrangements with some red roses and fresh greens from a tree in the front yard. I don't think this arrangement will last until the photo shoot so I thought I'd preserve it now.

Are you finished with your Christmas decor?

Functional decor side note. The wooden box is tucked behind the lamp on this table to hold @readyfreddiedoodle’s “come inside” treats. Stubborn little thing will often stand at the door and stare at you until you offer him a treat.

#christmasdecor #christmasdecorations #christmasdecoration #deeplysouthernhome #mychristmashome #christmasarrangement #deeplysouthernhome #functionaldecor

Thanksgiving tree. I am usually not one to rush in

Thanksgiving tree. I am usually not one to rush into my Christmas decor. I really wanted to try this beautiful brown ribbon on my new @kingofchristmas 9ft Queen flocked tree. I thought why not create a simple Thanksgiving tree to test the look out and still celebrate the holiday.

Let me know what you think in the comments!

#kingofchristmas #christmastreedecorating #christmastree #thanksgiving #givingthanks #thanksgivingdecor

The @Oneroomchallenge REVEAL of the Listening Room

The @Oneroomchallenge REVEAL of the Listening Room is here. This transformation is dramatic, moody and is a room custom made for my audiophile friends and clients.

I’ll be sharing plenty more in the days to come, but be sure to visit the blog for all the sources and close ups!! Link in bio.

Congratulations to the @OneRoomChallenge and our media host, @apartmenttherapy for 10 years of amazing room makeovers!! Congratulations also all of the Fall 22 participants! We made it happen!

A huge THANK YOU to all of my generous sponsors. Your commitment to this makeover and this event makes rooms even more amazing!
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