Owners of Day Star Construction Lori and Stephen Dorsky recently shared advice about major home remodels or just a little updating here and there, especially when it comes to older, historic homes in the area.No matter how small or large the project, the husband-wife team said that with proper planning, a remodel of any size is almost always worth it.Steve founded Day … [Read more...]

By Laura McAlister Journal EditorWhen entering Lori Sours' Mountain Brook home, it's obvious this is one all about family and entertaining.The formal dining room table can seat at least 15, and the kitchen is a warm, open space where Lori said she loves spending time preparing meals for family and friends.While Lori is quick to say she's not a chef, she can cook. … [Read more...]

By Laura McAlister Journal Editor The planners of the Birmingham Home & Garden Inspiration Home had family living in mind when they designed the 2011 home, but that doesn't mean it isn't a showstopper.Attention to detail was key in the building and decorating of the home at. From the orientation of the house on its lot in The Cove at Overton to making the decor … [Read more...]

By Laura McAlister Journal EditorMost anyone who’s traveled Northwest Florida’s Scenic Highway 30A knows there’s just something unique about the area, and it goes beyond the beautiful sugar-white beaches. It’s also the communities and the people and their homes.The distinctive style of those 30A communities and homes has been captured in a new coffee table book, … [Read more...]

The Thomas E. Jernigan Residence Mountain Brook April 30-May 15 Click on the links below for more on this 2011 Decorators' ShowHouse:Best of Both Worlds: ShowHouse Had Resort Qualities but Was Still Tom Jernigan’s Retreat Past Perfect: Living Room Recalls Days of Elegant Living How Suite It Is: Perry Umphrey Creates European-Style Retreat Highland Fling: … [Read more...]