By Madoline Markham KoonceWondering what the latest trends are in home design? You can see them for yourself at this year’s Parade of Homes April 26-28 and May 3-5. The tour will feature more than 56 homes built by 22 builders in 15 communities across Birmingham and at Lake Martin.“It’s an opportunity for the builders and suppliers and tradespeople to showcase … [Read more...]

By Madoline Markham KoonceNestled below Double Oak Mountain on 2.5 wooded acres, you’ll find the star of this year’s Parade of Homes in its Ideal Home. Located in The Highlands in Chelsea, its 5,500 square feet of indoor and outdoor finished spaces is a blend of modern and traditional design built by B&K Build.The “Noah” house plan by Frusterio Design, a … [Read more...]

By Anne RuisiTurnerBatson Architects – the firm that designed Birmingham landmarks such as the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame, Trinity United Methodist Church and the Hollywood section of Homewood – is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year.“It is very rewarding to drive around town to see the lasting legacy of our firm. The relationships and friendships developed … [Read more...]

By Madoline Markham KoonceWellon Bridgers gasped the first time she walked inside the home on River Bend Road last year. She’d known the Cahaba River was behind it, but when she saw the way the entryway opened up to a wall of windows overlooking the river, she was taken aback by its beauty. Next, she entered the dining room and could envision her family of six … [Read more...]

The 74th Annual Independent Presbyterian Church Holiday House Tour and Tea is set to take place Dec. 9. Tours of three homes and the church’s sanctuary are available 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and an afternoon tea at the church will take place from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. This is the first year since 2019 that the tour is taking place in a traditional in-person format after multiple … [Read more...]