By Sharon SmithA tradition begun in 2011 will continue Dec. 7, when the Samford University Legacy League welcomes guests to five fabulous homes in Homewood, Mountain Brook and Vestavia Hills. The slate of residences on the organization’s 13th annual Christmas Home Tour includes an array of architectural styles, ages, décor and holiday trimmings to suit all manner … [Read more...]

By Madoline Markham KoonceAny aesthetic choice Elizabeth Adams makes in her home is driven by art. “I don’t find the painting to match the sofa, I find the sofa to match the painting,” she said. That’s just what you will see as you walk through her Spanish Mission-style home in the Hollywood neighborhood of Homewood and take in the artwork Adams – an … [Read more...]

By Susan SwaglerKelly Lewis knows what she likes. When it comes to decorating the home she and her husband, Jim, own in Mountain Brook, she knows how to source the fabrics and rugs and art and furnishings to make the place uniquely their own. Anyone can walk into The Kelly hotel in downtown Birmingham to get a sense of Kelly Lewis’ style. She was … [Read more...]

By June MathewsI’ve always found that the harder I work, the luckier I get,” said Nicole Roby.That said, Roby is one lucky girl. The owner and lead designer of Nicole Roby Designs works hard to surround her clients with the NRD brand of luxury, the kind that imparts beauty and elegance, yet leaves room for function and comfort. Known for blending layers of … [Read more...]

Independent Presbyterian Church is reviving its in-person holiday home tour this year, offering tours of three homes and the historic IPC sanctuary decorated for the holidays. Afternoon tea also will be served in the church’s great hall, which will be festively decorated as well. An assortment of finger sandwiches, homemade treats and sweets made from recipes in the … [Read more...]