By Ally MorrisonRealtySouth Realtor Stephanie Robinson describes one of her listings with one word: magical.In a letter from the sellers, Jamie Thacker wrote about her first time seeing what would end up being her home of 30 years.“It all began in 1992, when Bobby and I were living in Vestavia,” Thacker wrote. “He had completed … [Read more...]
Designing Women: First-Timers Show Off Their Style in the 2022 ShowHouse
By Donna CorneliusThe first time’s a charm for four designers who are newcomers to the Decorators’ ShowHouse this year. One is fairly new to Birmingham itself as well as to participating in the Alabama Symphony Orchestra fundraiser. Another is known for making special events extra special. The other two are sisters who found it fun to create their ShowHouse space … [Read more...]
Happy Return: Hallmark Farm Opens to the Public for the 2022 Decorators’ ShowHouse
By Donna CorneliusAfter a two-year hiatus, the Decorators’ ShowHouse is back, and the house chosen for the Alabama Symphony Orchestra fundraiser is a real showstopper.If you’ve ever traveled the interstate from Birmingham to Huntsville, you’ve likely wondered about Hallmark Farm, with its stately mansion, picturesque barn, rolling green fields and, at Christmastime, a … [Read more...]
Condos Return to the Real Estate Spotlight
By June MathewsGood news for homeowners planning to downsize, young people looking to jump into the housing market for the first time, or anyone looking for shared amenities and ease of building maintenance: Condos are back.Not that condos ever really went anywhere, but the market has definitely experienced its ups and downs in recent years. In 2020, during the first … [Read more...]
2022 New Home Construction Trends Are Influenced by Pandemic
By June MathewsA little more than two years ago, no one could fully imagine the impact the pandemic would have on people around the world. Health habits, social interactions, work schedules and other aspects of life changed overnight. Parents became instant homeschool teachers, practical shoppers became hoarders, masks rendered us unrecognizable to neighbors, and … [Read more...]