Southern Twist on a Classic

Under the shadow of towering oak trees, this stunning home beautifully emulates historic house styles while providing a fresh edge. The builder of this home, Larry Waldrep of Waldrep Construction, LLC, shares, “Our clients and their design team put a lot of time into the plans to give the home a certain appearance through all the distinct architectural details. We wanted to make sure we delivered, and I feel like we did. This home is constructed with all the latest features, amenities, and highest quality materials while at the same time looks like a home that has been there for 100 years.”

Within the home, guests immediately sense this nostalgic charm and are greeted with a vibrant, welcoming interior boasting well-crafted finishes and comforting furnishings.

By Tory Irmeger | Photography by Ryan Dugger/Creative Revolver

Builder: Larry Waldrep, Waldrep Construction, LLC

DESIGNED WITH DISTINCTION

One aspect of creating a home that visually blends with historic builds is working with the unique properties of the lot. “There were several existing large, mature oak trees that were instrumental in achieving the look of an established historical home,” shares Waldrep. After working to preserve and protect these trees during the construction process, the rest of the home design fell into place. “The home fits the site like a glove.” When developing the interior design of this home, the team and clients worked together to blend modern aesthetic preferences with timeless flourishes.

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In this gourmet kitchen, exposed beams work with the hardwood floors to draw warmth to the space, while monochromatic shaker-style cabinetry adds a crisp French country accent. Honed marble countertops in Mystery white complete the effect, while the backsplash contributes pops of blue with decorative Delft tile.

Cabinetry: Scarlett’s Cabinetry | Countertops and Tile: The Tile Store

Steps away from the gourmet kitchen, a partially-enclosed dining area provides a cozy area for hosting and sharing meals. Understated wooden furnishings add character to the room, while wide-paneled windows offer sunny views of surrounding greenery. Navy grasscloth wallpaper ties in with the home’s blue and white color palette, accented by crisp wainscoting and crown molding.

Beside the dining area lies a stocked bar with a wine cooler and glass-front display cabinets for glassware. Positioned between the kitchen and living room on an open plan, this area is perfectly primed for guests to linger and socialize or spill onto the back porch on a nice evening. Built-in bookshelves on either side of the hearth provide space to display decorative memorabilia, and a framed TV deters central focus when not in use.

The main floor is also home to a primary suite dressed in lush whites and subdued blues. The room is filled with natural light thanks to a row of windows and a glass door that connects to a screened-in porch. The spa-like ensuite is flourished with an octagon and dot-patterned tile, while a wide subway tile motif in the walk-in shower showcases the dark veining of the natural stone. Beside this expansive shower is a pedestal soaking tub and a water closet for premium privacy. Providing perfect symmetry, his-and-hers vanities are topped by gray countertops with a unique shouldered backsplash.

The pièce de résistance of this residence lies in the backyard entertainment area, complete with an outdoor kitchen, pool, and large garden. Screened sleeping porches add a versatile space that can be used in any season or time of day, from early morning coffee breaks to late-afternoon siestas. Beyond the raised garden beds sprouting cabbage heads and trailing vines, a petite garden shed houses any necessary equipment and storage needs.

“On the exterior, I love the detail in the siding,” Waldrep adds. “The ¾-inch thick siding allows for mitered corners without corner boards, which is a feature you see in a lot of historical homes.” Building on the aesthetic is a double fireplace in brick with a distressed wood mantel on one side and a natural stone mantel on the other. To top off the screened living areas, a vaulted ceiling with exposed beams accentuates the home’s subtle grandeur.

Pool/Hot Tub: Master Pools by Artistic Pools, Inc.

The garden area with the custom wood picket fence, custom stone raised beds, and garden shed are so unique. There are so many small unique details that the owners, architects, and landscape architects put into the design that made the end result so spectacular.

– Larry Waldrep, Waldrep Construction, LLC

Doors and Windows: East Chattanooga Lumber & Supply Co.

By carefully curating décor and tailoring architectural elements, the Waldrep team was able to create a new build that blends seamlessly with its historic equals. “The big welcoming porches and floor plan make this feel like a Southern farmhouse,” says Waldrep, “while the pitched roofs, siding, and shutters feel more like a New England colonial. What resulted is what I would call a Southern twist on a classical colonial.”

Other Suppliers

Appliances, Outdoor Kitchen, and Plumbing: Ferguson | Architect: Pfeffer Torode Architecture | Brick: Acme Brick, Tile & Stone | Closets: Creekside Closets, LLC; Kevin Pressnell | Fireplace: Acme Brick, Tile & Stone; Ricky Vega | Flooring | Furniture: Walter’s Oak & More Furniture | Interior Design and Lighting: Catherine Fore Design | Landscaping: Roger Coutino and WMWA Landscape Architects; Dan Pate Landscaping | Painting: Newman & Sons Painting, LLC | Montes Stone Products | Trim: Kevin Pressnell