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Family Promise of Baldwin County has been serving homeless families with children since 2008 and are excited to be a part of the 2021 Inspiration Home. The organization works with churches in surrounding areas to support homeless working families with children by providing them with a safe place to sleep, home cooked meals and loving support.
2020 and the COVID pandemic has been a time of challenge but also opportunity for Family Promise. Family Promise started their newest program called “Homeless No More” providing homeless prevention and rehousing services with the help of two grants, Help Us Move In, Inc. and Baldwin County Impact 100. Since starting in June of 2020, Family Promise has helped prevent an additional 61 families with 182 children from becoming homeless and allowed families to leave shelter quickly by helping with their first month’s rent and deposits. We feel keeping children from becoming homeless as well as minimizing the time a child is in shelter are best for them and our community.
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Thebustling small town of Fairhope, Alabama, rests on the gently sloping bluffs above the shores of Mobile Bay. Founded in 1894 by an adventurous group seeking to establish a utopian town, Fairhope blossomed through the years, all the while retaining its small-town charm. From its quaint downtown, full of boutiques and sidewalk cafes, to the acres of agricultural land which have supported so many through the generations, you will lose yourself in the beauty that is Fairhope. Spanish moss spills from the branches of massive live oaks while horses graze on rolling hills just minutes from the shore. Modern-day residents enjoy numerous public waterfront parks that were so thoughtfully guarded by the city’s founders. Beautiful tree-lined streets, a vibrant art scene and an unmatched quality of life have made Fairhope a top travel destination as well as the place in which so many have chosen to raise their family or retire. The Eastern Shore of Mobile Bay is the perfect place to call home.
Martin, SCC Group
David Martin started SCC Group during a recessed economy to help offer clients an unconventional method of construction through consulting, construction management and various methods. The company strives to strategically build and run the business in a way to insure a sustainable and healthy environment. The conventional methods of construction are also used for the customers that are more traditional in their approach. Hard work, trust, teamwork and communication has led to quality projects, client satisfaction and the ability to meet demanding schedules. He has been in the business for over 35 years helping commercial and residential clients meet and exceed their dreams and goals.
WATERSHED provides full-service architectural design, sustainability consulting and master planning services. Working across all market sectors, the team enjoys helping organizations plan for sustainable development as much as they enjoy working with homeowners to plan for the next phase in their lives. WATERSHED is located in Fairhope, at the base of one of the largest watersheds in the world. The actions of millions of people and businesses upstream have significant impacts on the health of our bay, and therefore our local economy. The natural beauty of our community is a constant source of inspiration, but also a reminder that on this finite planet, we all live downstream.
While growing up in New Zealand, Andrew Robinson watched his parents tend to their own gardens, and after a year in college in Connecticut, transferred to Auburn University where he graduated with a degree in horticulture and landscape design. Now, he ventures out to client’s homes helping them design their outdoor spaces to be inviting and peaceful sanctuaries for families to enjoy the outdoors. Father Nature Landscapes is committed to cultivating growth—in passion, in servitude and in family provision—and is devoted to being a great place to work while developing a mastery of the many disciplines within the landscaping trade.
Rebecca Dunn Bryant is the founding principal of WATERSHED. With more than 20 years of experience in sustainable design, Rebecca has a passion for beautiful design that inspires a greater connection to the natural world. She is a registered architect and a LEED Fellow, with experience in civic, educational, mixed use, commercial, as well as custom residential projects. Whatever the building type, her goal is to design beautiful buildings that simultaneously does good and feels great.
Nestled into an enclave on the bluffs overlooking Mobile Bay, the 2021 Inspiration Home is located in one of Fairhope’s most historic neighborhoods, just a stone’s throw from downtown. A public park is at the heart of the Bluff neighborhood running along Bayview Street allowing spectacular views of the water to be enjoyed by all who visit. Prominently featured in many historic photos is the notable wooden staircase found along the bluffs that give way to the public beach down below. The park serves as a shared public green and frequent setting for sunset picnic suppers, yoga, dog walking, concerts, and weddings. Lined with matured live oaks and native fruiting trees such as satsumas and pears, a combination of coastal cottages that have adapted over time alongside newer homes sit along the waterfront.
“THIS STYLE OF FURNISHINGS HOLDS TO THE CONCEPT THAT THERE IS WISDOM IN NATURAL SIMPLICITY, USING THE FUNDAMENTAL ELEMENTS OF EARTH THROUGH WHICH WE MAY CONNECT AND ENJOY PEACEFUL LIVING.”
- RENE MASHBURN, ROOM DESIGNER
FIRST FLOOR
THIS HOME SITS PERCHED ATOP THE HISTORIC FAIRHOPE BLUFFS WITH STUNNING VIEWS OVERLOOKING MOBILE BAY, EASY ACCESS DOWN TO THE WATER, AND WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE TO ALL OF THE ACTIVITY DOWNTOWN.
“WITH THIS BEING AN ABNORMALLY SMALL LOT, 55 FEET ACROSS THE FRONT, IT WAS IMPORTANT TO STILL HAVE THAT CONNECTION TO NATURE AND SENSE OF PRIVACY EVEN IF YOU’RE SURROUNDED BY NEIGHBORS. IT IS MORE SUSTAINABLE NOW TO LIVE ON LAND WITH EXISTING ROADS AND IN WALKABLE COMMUNITIES AND ALSO EASIER TO MAINTAIN.”
- REBECCA BRYANT, ARCHITECT & DESIGNER
SECOND FLOOR
BEDROOM 4
BALCONY STUDY
SITE PLAN
GUEST PARKING PLANTED, OPEN PAVERS
BATH 4
CONCRETE DRIVE
“TWO TRACK” WITH PLANTED MEDIAN
KITCHEN GARDEN
BATH 3
CLOSET 3
CEDAR CLOSET
UPSTAIRS HALL UTILITY
BEDROOM 3
ELEV
CLOSET 2
BEDROOM 2
COVERED PARKING
BATH 2
“WE WANTED TO SHOW THAT YOU CAN BE NEIGHBORLY WHILE STILL REMAINING PRIVATE WHEN YOU DON’T HAVE A TRADITIONAL FRONT PORCH, RATHER THE KITCHEN GARDEN AND THE EDIBLE LANDSCAPE SERVE AS YOUR FRONT PORCH
USED TO TALK, CONNECT, AND SHARE WITH NEIGHBORS”
- REBECCA BRYANT, ARCHITECT & DESIGNER
THE LANDSCAPE DESIGN WAS A COLLABORATION BETWEEN REBECCA BRYANT, RICK WELLS OF PENSACOLA PERMACULTURE, AND ANDREW ROBINSON TO DESIGN FOUR ZONES OF EMPHASIS PROVING LANDSCAPING CAN BE MORE THAN JUST A DECORATIVE ACCESORY
P.O. Box 551, Fairhope 251-279-0395 • keenliving.pro
hello@keenliving.pro
Keen Living was founded by Anna Miller, a building performance consultant specializing in energy efficiency, indoor air quality, and above-code certifications. The company works with developers, architects, builders, and trade partners to increase comfort and durability of residential and light commercial properties. Their combination of pre-construction planning and field support ensures efficient systems that reduce waste and save money over time. Their Healthier Home services offers proven strategies to provide fresh air, humidity control, and effective filtration.
Walking up to this unique entrance guests are greeted by a locally sourced brick exterior, and the sealed pine interior of the Elevate windows and doors provided by Blue Water Lumber. This provides a warm accent against monochromatic walls and trim. . Southern Home outdoor provided products specifically from their Havana collection with the intent of being modern, yet timeless. Manufactured with tubular aluminum frames and high-resin wicker, all of the furniture is extremely durable with cushions and pillows covered in top-tier high performance outdoor fabric. Copper lantern fixtures on both the bottom and top porches add an industrial and rugged look to the exterior.
PARTNER
25325 US Hwy 98, Ste D, Daphne 866-621-9633 • BlueWaterLumber.com
IG: @bluewaterlumber
FB: Blue Water Lumber
Blue Water Millwork is a division of Blue Water Lumber that started in 2005 located on the Gulf Coast of Alabama. Blue Water is a dealer of multiple window and door lines - exterior and interior - while also stocking a large selection of moldings & pattern stock.
HOME STRUCTURAL SOURCES
SALVAGED BRICK FROM SELMA, AL, MERIDIAN BRICK IN “SHADOW
STONE”: RILEY STUART SUPPLY CO.
MARVIN ELEVATE LINE WINDOWS AND EXTERIOR DOORS, FOUNDATION AND WOOD FRAMING MATERIALS: BLUE
WATER LUMBER NAVIEN TANKLESS GAS
WATER HEATER, FLO LEAK DETECTION
SYSTEM: FERGUSON SOLAR PANELS: SUN FARM PRODUCTS TO CONSTRUCT, REINFORCE, AND PROTECT THE HOME, INCLUDING NAILS, SCREWS, STRAPS, AND BRACES AS WELL AS WIND AND WATER SEAL FOR THE ROOF: TOOL EXPO
Designedas a habitat restoration and enhancement, the landscape was a collaboration made to include four areas of emphasis. The front yard was designed as a food forest including a cluster of citruses near the street to share with neighbors, and a variety of other edible plants for foraging. The planter beds surrounding the terrace soften the entryway and serve as a Kitchen Garden with herbs at easy reach for cuttings. A “Belgian fence” espalier of pomegranate trees serves as a focal point at the entry, showing off this ancient super fruit. A small hedge of tea camellias buffers the guest parking area which can be harvested to make both black and green tea. The remainder of the landscape is a Wildlife Garden showcasing native plants that provide food as well as offer medicinal purposes. The rear yard is shaped to capture and infiltrate rainwater from the roof and driveway preventing flooding, erosion, and pollution.
751 Lakeside Drive, Mobile • 855-501-4663
IG: @southernhomeoutdoor
FB: southernhomeinc
Southern Home is an outdoor furniture manufacturer that is to the trade only. The national showroom, cushion production facility, and distribution center are all based in Mobile, Alabama. As a privately held, family-owned business, they design, manufacture, and distribute unique, comfortable, and high-quality outdoor furniture. Products are not sold through mass retail, e-commerce, or catalogs, and the company is dedicated to the highest quality standards in the industry. We are committed to always delivering the finest customer service and outdoor products to the design industry.
ENTRY PORCH SOURCES:
DESIGN ACCESSORIES: SOUTHERN
HOME OUTDOOR LIGHTING: AW LIGHTING
SALVAGED BRICK FROM SELMA, SHADOW STONE
MERIDIAN BRICK: SOUTH AL BRICK CO. EXTERIOR
WINDOWS AND DOORS, WOOD FRAMING: BLUE
WATER LUMBER LANDSCAPING: FATHER NATURE
TheWatershed Inspiration Home celebrates a healthy coastal lifestyle and a healthy environment, with beauty and style. The architecture draws on influences from the Arts and Crafts movement focused on embracing craftsmanship, and the ways that the Cape Dutch and French Colonial adapted traditional design styles for a hot humid climate. Inspiration also stems from the original Fairhoper’s who were optimistic intellectuals, and loved nature and the arts.
The architecture of the Inspiration Home is shaped by both the site and by the climate. The deep, overhanging roof shelters the home from both the heat of the sun and the intense rainfall of the gulf coast. The windows and skylight are placed to capture daylight in each room and introduce views into nature from all angles.
While this is a luxury home, WATERSHED used the same affordable green design strategies that they have used with Habitat for Humanity and other affordable home builders to reduce energy use by half. After factoring in the rooftop solar panels, the Inspiration Home is projected to use 72% less energy than a benchmark home and will be the second Zero Energy Ready and Indoor Air Plus certified home in Fairhope, and South Alabama.
The interior design provides health and comfort by integrating natural materials, views to nature, interior plants, elements of water and dynamic natural lighting. Numerous studies show that these “biophilic” design strategies reduce heart rates and promote positive mental health and wellbeing. Interior materials also are meant to eliminate toxic ingredients that could impair indoor air quality.
The home’s adaptable design and resilient structure conserves materials by allowing the home to adjust to changing family needs without significant renovations. Whether you are interested in the design, the technical details, or both, the Watershed Inspiration Home will capture your eye and your imagination.
LOOK FOR THE SUSTAINABLE DESIGN STRATEGY ICONS ON QR CODES AROUND THE HOUSE THAT YOU CAN SCAN TO LEARN MORE ABOUT HOW THE MATERIALS, PRODUCTS, AND SYSTEMS WITHIN THE HOME CONTRIBUTE TO THE GREEN AND HEALTHY DESIGN.
Take a step inside through the stunning white oak front door and immediately feel at home in this happy and colorful entryway. The versatile foyer and dining area offers the perfect space for casual visiting, kids gathered around the table doing homework, or an evening of fine dining. Oversized bookshelves line the back wall providing space for a cozy library, a full bar equipped with a hidden fridge, and extra storage cabinetry. The circular window is set high up enough to overlook surrounding houses and catch the eye into the treetops. The chandelier provides a black iron accent consistent throughout the house.
4110 Ridgelawn Drive, Mobile 251-232-4313 • IG: ann.inge
Ann Inge has been tastefully crafting interiors on both sides of Mobile Bay and beyond for over 15 years. Known for masterfully balancing colors, textures, and patterns, the mobile native and graduate of the University of Alabama is passionate about creating interiors that are as beautiful as they are functional. As a busy mother of three, Ann believes that you should not have to sacrifice style for practical modern living. Her design approach combines practical furnishings and finishes that meet the needs of comfortable modern living with elevated, timeless, southern charm. Her goal is to create interiors that feel current and functional for years to come. Her decades long relationships with industry and trade professionals, combined with her impressive resource sample library, position her uniquely among other interior decorators in the area. Ann’s clients are afforded hands on access to the highest quality designer home furnishings and décor including fine art, exquisite lighting, as well as unique wall, window, and floor coverings. Whether designing a private residence, vacation home or commercial space, Ann’s experience, thoughtful design, and attention to detail make your desire for a professionally decorated space a stress free and exciting experience.
INTERIOR SOURCES:
SHEETROCK: USG
DINING AND FOYER SOURCES: ROOM AND ACCESSORIES: ANN INGE INTERIORS LIGHTING: A&W WHITE OAK FLOORING: JUBILEE FLOORING DOORS, INTERIOR MOLDINGS AND TRIM, WOOD CEILING AND BEAMS: BLUE WATER LUMBER KOHLER UNDERMOUNT BAR SINK, BRIZO FAUCET: FERGUSON BAR REFRIGERATOR: COAST KITCHEN AND BATH
641 Childress Road, Atmore • 251-359-0420
Conways Flooring, LLC offers the best craftsmanship along with the highest standard of customer service. Their highly trained and qualified floor professionals can accommodate every taste and budget. Flooring types include, but are not limited to, wood floor repair, refinishing, installation, vinyl plank, tile, and unfinished floors. Conways is a family-owned company with 18 years in the business and superb referrals. They are committed to making appointments and returning all phone calls and emails in a timely manner. The Conways team enjoy seeing how a new floor changes the entire look of a client’s home, and they love to hear that a client receives compliments on the floors when they have family and friends over. Conways Flooring LLC’s main goal is to provide 100-percent satisfaction in bringing flooring projects to life.
“MY GOAL IN DESIGNING THIS SPACE WAS TO BRING NATURE INSIDE! I DID THIS USING NATURAL ELEMENTS AND COLORS, INCORPORATING GREENS, EARTH TONES, CONCRETE, PLANTS, AND WOOD. THIS SIMPLE BUT ELEGANT SPACE MAKES ANYONE FEEL WELCOME INSTANTLY!”
– ANN INGE, ROOM DESIGNERA CUSTOM SKIRTED BREAKFAST TABLE ALLOWS DINING SEATING FOR FAMILY DINNER OR CHAIRS CAN BE REMOVED FOR ENTERTAINMENT SPACE
inspiration from a vintage Turkish rug from their travels, Stock & Trade Design Co. incorporated rich, muted tones of Mediterranean blue, warm browns, and subtle pops of olive to compliment the natural and earthy tones of the floors and windows. With the area exposed to the surrounding rooms, a comfortable space was created to cater to a family’s day to day needs, while also remaining elegant for entertaining. A large cast stone fireplace serves as a major focal point for the room finished in a honed oyster shell. Seating is abundant with an oversized natural linen sofa, a pair of washed wood framed chairs, and two French seamed slipcovered swivel chairs in a rich olive velvet for a bold touch. A wild and rather unconventional Arteriors chandelier hangs above constructed with layers of white bleached rattan creating a wonderful, billowy play with shadows dispersing a soft glow throughout the room. An array of pottery and accessories tops two contemporary cabinets providing additional height and dimension to the space.
SOURCES
ROOM DESIGN AND ACCESSORIES: STOCK & TRADE DESIGN
CO. WHITE OAK FLOORING: JUBILEE FLOORING DOORS, INTERIOR MOLDINGS AND TRIM: BLUE WATER LUMBER
ARTERIORS FINLEY CHANDELIER: AW LIGHTING
ELDORADO STONE FIREPLACE: SOUTH AL BRICK COMPANY
30500 State Highway 181, Spanish Fort 251-264-6996 • IG: @stockandtradedesignco
Stock & Trade Design Co. offers a wide selection of custom upholstery, furniture, lighting, rugs, accessories, and unique objects, as well as, custom pieces from local artisans. We’re committed to providing beautiful and affordable home furnishings…pieces infused with clean lines, modern sensibility, and classic style, making them a desirable part of your décor for years to come. With our vast inventory of in-stock pieces, as well as, thousands of special order options, the design choices are almost limitless. With locations in Atlanta, Birmingham, Destin, Nashville, and Spanish Fort, our design consultants are always happy to assist with your design needs, as you work to make your space special and uniquely your own. In-Home and Virtual Design Consultations are available by appointment.
Thissleek and modern kitchen was designed to be bright, airy, uncluttered, and connected to nature. A unique waxed white oak porcelain slab countertop and backsplash produced by Crossville extends all the way up to the ceiling allowing the kitchen to feel like a natural extension of the connecting dining and living areas. The subtle veining establishes a calming color palette offset by the dramatic black granite island in the heart of the kitchen. Science meets structure in this Arteriors chandelier hanging directly above resembling a number of biophilic elements including twigs, coral, or molecular geometry. Ample storage is provided through a discreet walk-in pantry disguised as a cabinet and surrounding lower drawers. An understated and minimalistic approach provides a perfect backdrop for the preparation and sharing of food with family and friends. Top notch energy star certified appliances complete the room along with custom Duda counter stools made of sustainably harvested wood by Brazilian designer, Aristeu Pires.
ROOM DESIGN AND ACCESSORIES: WATERSHED LLC CROSSVILLE TILE PORCELAIN COUNTERTOPS AND BACKSPLASH, BLACK GRANITE COUNTERTOP: COASTAL STONE GE MONOGRAM ENERGY STAR CERTIFIED KITCHEN APPLIANCES, CABINETS: COAST KITCHEN AND BATH BRIZO FAUCET AND KOHLER STAINLESS
SINK: FERGUSON LIGHTING: AW LIGHTING WHITE OAK
FLOORING: JUBILEE FLOORING
2800 2nd Ave S., Birmingham, AL 35233 205-254-3454
FB: Ferguson Bath, Kitchen, & Lighting Gallery
IG: fergusonshowrooms
Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery is your premier destination for access to the latest concepts of quality home fixtures and appliances. Whether you’re a homeowner, a professional designer or a remodeler, our knowledgeable showroom associates are dedicated to providing you with world-class customer service. They will work alongside you to make any style dream a reality.
302 Magnolia Avenue, Fairhope 251.929.0514
IG and FB: @watershedgreen
WATERSHED is based in downtown Fairhope, Alabama. Their core practice is sustainable architectural design, across a wide range of building types. WATERSHED was founded in 2008, during the depths of the recession, with the idea that the economic downturn could be a “watershed moment,” and has since grown to become a leader in the field of sustainable and regenerative design.
“THERE’S A TREND TOWARDS DARK AND MOODY SPACES BUT I WANTED THIS TO FEEL BRIGHT AND AIRY AND GIVE THAT INDOOROUTDOOR CONNECTION, SO WE KEPT EVERYTHING LIGHT AND BRIGHT USING THE NATURAL MATERIALS AS POPS”
- REBECCA BRYANT, ARCHITECT & DESIGNER
Aligning with the coastal lifestyle and achieving a healthy environment, this design integrates natural materials, organic references, and handcrafted goods from both local and national artisans. In true Vellum and Velvet fashion, a little bit of lux and sophistication was incorporated through earthy tones, layered textures, and sleek accents. Coated in the color Plantation by Benjamin Moore, the master is outfitted with a clean lined king bed adorned with original artwork by local artist Karen Lea Sandifer. Two handcrafted, washed oak nightstands sit on each of its sides with an open-air bottom for necessary storage. Atop them rests two Visual Comfort ceramic lamps with exaggerated natural shades for a contemporary touch. With a leather settee paired with reversed antique mirror cubes, and an uninterrupted view of the treetops, it’s the perfect recipe for a cozy sitting area to enjoy the surrounding beauty.
“IN KEEPING WITH THE OVERALL DESIGN THEME, THIS PRIMARY BEDROOM WAS DESIGNED ON THE PRINCIPLE OF REST AND WELLBEING” -DESIGNER SAVANNAH STARRING
ROOM DESIGN AND ACCESSORIES: VELLUM AND VELVET
WHITE OAK FLOORING: JUBILEE FLOORING DOORS, INTERIOR MOLDINGS AND TRIM: BLUE WATER LUMBER
LIGHTING, CEILING FAN: AW LIGHTING
404 Fairhope Ave., Fairhope • 251-928-5508 • vellumandvelvet.com • FB: vellumandvelvet
Vellum and Velvet is a full-service design studio and home decor showroom located in the heart of downtown Fairhope. With six full-time design professionals, the team works to carefully curate designs for interiors, from planning initial home designs to creating custom upholstery, drapes, and pillows. Their passion for turning houses into homes is evident through creating spaces to inspire clients to live, rest, grow and celebrate life. With effortlessly chic furniture, lighting, bedding, wallpaper and art accessories, the team at Vellum & Velvet truly turns a house into a home.
CAFE CURTAINS IN SUMATRA LINEN WITH A LEADING-EDGE TRIM BY KING TEXTILES IN LITTLE STYX SAPLING GRACE THE WINDOWS ABOVE A LUXURIOUS TUB.
5253 Highway 90 West, Mobile 251-666-7929
kitchensbycoastdesign.com
With the addition of the Coast Design Kitchen & Bath division to Mobile Lumber, they have added a focus on their design center with a friendly environment arranged showroom set to inspire your new home creation of Cabinets and Appliances. Mobile Lumber and Millwork is a local, familyowned building material dealer with nine locations serving the Gulf Coast for over 45 years. cabinetry, lumber, building materials, and retail hardware.
Merging the natural materials of wood and stone, the generous master bath is made complete with two spacious his-and-hers closets, a luxurious walk-in shower featuring a rain shower head, and a dramatic soaking tub. A pair of sinks with white Alabama Marble countertops are adjoined with a built-in vanity and three generous custom-made mirrors reflecting the natural light from the above the tub window, creating the ideal area to get ready for the day. Designer Savannah Starring personalized the space with a salt bird bath crafted with oyster shells, a hanging wooden towel tree, and a stunning root vanity chair tying in all the natural elements to create a spa-like oasis.
ROOM DESIGN AND ACCESSORIES:
VELLUM AND VELVET
PORCELAIN WALL TILE AND FLOOR-
ING: JUBILEE FLOORING
CROSSVILLE TILE PORCELAIN
COUNTERTOP AND BACKSPLASH, MARBLE SHOWER BENCH: COASTAL STONE BRIZON FAUCETS, KOHLER
SINKS AND GRAB BARS, TUB:
FERGUSON LIGHTING: AW LIGHTING
CABINETS: COAST KITCHEN AND BATH WINDOWS AND DOORS: BLUE WATER LUMBER
Onthe ground floor off the main hall, designer Lacy Phillips converted this space into no ordinary laundry room. Accessorizing with several biophilic elements such as the terrarium, four framed botanicals, and moss filled pottery bowl, this room becomes a pleasure to spend time in. Whimsical natural woven baskets line the wall above the washer and dryer and a vintage persian rug finish off the space. The energy star certified washer and dryer cut energy costs by a third and water costs by more than half.
240 W. Garden Street, Pensacola 850-466-5846 • lacyphillips.com
IG: @lacyphillipsdesigns
FB: Lacy Phillips Designs
Lacy Phillips offers clients an unwavering passion for interior design, combined with a commitment to creating unique and personal spaces. As lead designer of her firm, Lacy Phillips Designs, she is known to create interiors that are elegant, fresh, and sophisticated, as well as comfortable and practical for daily living. Her design knowledge carries a versatility that allows her to work on a wide range of projects, which she executes with reverence to the principles of interior design. Antiques and clean lines co-exist, texture and scale are celebrated, and strategic doses of color deliver exclusive elements found in her projects. Ultimately, Lacy believes success results when the space reflects the interests and personality of her clients with a level of fine-tuning that only she can provide. From her downtown studio, Lacy and her team design and manage projects ranging from beach houses to downtown condos locally and beyond.
ROOM DESIGN AND ACCESSORIES: LACY PHILLIPS
DESIGNS CEILING FAN: AW LIGHTING CAMBRIA “BUXTON”
RECYCLED QUARTZ COUNTERTOP AND BACKSPLASH: COASTAL STONE WINDOWS AND DOORS: BLUE WATER LUMBER APPLIANCES, CABINETS: COAST KITCHEN AND BATH KOHLER SINK: FERGUSON
Themain-floor powder room creates a fresh and welcoming space that is modern and organic, yet glamorous and elegant at the same time. Outfitted in a sophisticated floral wallcovering by Scalamandre, designer Lacy Phillips utilizes its playful and tonal pattern to give a muted life to the space. Alabama White marble sits atop a linear vanity in whitewashed walnut housing a large cast iron sink with an open spout faucet. The botanical design of the chandelier is rendered in plaster for an abstract take on biophilic interior. The room is accessorized with a muted gold mirror and framed nude providing texture and interest to create an inviting atmosphere for guests.
SOURCES
ROOM DESIGN AND ACCESSORIES: LACY
PHILLIPS DESIGNS WHITE OAK FLOORING:
JUBILEE FLOORING LIGHTING: AW LIGHTING
ALABAMA WHITE MARBLE COUNTERTOP:
COASTAL STONE WINDOWS AND DOORS:
BLUE WATER LUMBER
BRIZO FAUCET, JAMES MARTIN VANITY, KOHLER CAST IRON SINK: FERGUSON
“WE WANTED IT TO BE AN OFFICE BUT ALSO A REFUGE FOR THE LADY (OR MAN) OF THE HOUSE THAT NEEDED A QUIET PLACE TO READ OR JUST RELAX” - WILLOW + GRAY, ROOM DESIGNER
Stemmingoff the central hallway, a pair of pocket doors give way to a cozy study filled with an abundance of bright natural light. The flexible retreat perfectly serves as a home office or a comfortable study space for students. Designers Willow + Gray Home gives a nod to the biophilic design principle with the use of recycled, reclaimed, or natural elements through the worn wooden bookcase, acrylic framed ceramic flower art, and sleek white marble desktop.
ROOM DESIGN AND ACCESSORIES: WILLOW + GRAY
WHITE OAK FLOORING: JUBILEE FLOORING DOORS, INTERIOR MOLDINGS AND TRIM, DOORS AND WINDOWS: BLUE WATER LUMBER
18262 Hwy 104, Robertsdale, AL 36567 251-533-6250 • ToolExpo.com
FB: @toolexpogulfcoast
14 S. Church Street, Fairhope
251-316-6102 • willowgrayhome.com IG: @willowandgrayhome
FB: Willow + Gray Home
Willow + Gray Home is a locally owned and operated home store that opened September 28, 2020 in the Church Mouse building. The name was inspired by a book the owner read while the store was still in the dream stage. The storefront now sells furniture, home décor, kitchen items, tableware, art, wall décor and lighting. “Cozy Coastal” is the phrase used to describe their design style offerings. The team truly loves all things interior, welcoming and cozy. Items that make it fun and easy to entertain guests in your home is a central focus.
What started as a small construction supply company in Robertsdale, with just two employees in 2005, is now one of the top suppliers of construction supplies in the Gulf Coast area. From the very beginning, Tool Expo has been centered on service, product availability and tool repair. The tool, hardware, and fastener supplier now has four retail stores in Robertsdale, Orange Beach, Mobile, and Pensacola. It’s coming soon to the 30A area in Florida. Being a local company, Tool Expo understands residential, commercial, and industrial contractors’ needs and is constantly evolving their business practices to be able to keep up with the ever-changing demand of the market. Hurricanes are a fact of life on the Gulf Coast, and Tool Expo carries all the fasteners and materials contractors need to fortify their building projects in the event of a hurricane. Many of these materials were used to build the 2022 Inspiration Home. From Sure Step decking and Atlantis Rail Systems, to pneumatics, hardware, fasteners, and accessories; Tool Expo is your one stop with the top brands you know and love.
A COMFORTABLE SLIPPER CHAIR PROVIDES A COZY CORNER HIGHLIGHTED WITH AMPLE NATURAL SUNLIGHT— PERFECT CURLING UP WITH A GOOD BOOK.
550 W. Adams St., Chicago, IL • 1-800-USG4YOU • Usg.com FB & IG: @usgcorp
From the very beginning, USG’s mission has been simple; to create building products that improve the world. Headquartered in Chicago, USG serves construction markets around the world with wall, ceiling, flooring, building envelope and structural products that enable customers to build the outstanding spaces where people live, work and play. Employing 7,000 people at 49 different manufacturing locations across North America, their products are home to iconic brands like Sheetrock® Brand drywall and joint treatment – something they invented over 100 years ago that changed the industry. USG prides themselves on treating their customers’ challenges as their own, and always exhibiting superior customer service and technical support to ensure USG products meet the exact specifications and highest quality standards.
The upstairs balcony is the ideal quiet space for guests to sip on a cup of coffee in the morning while taking in the breathtaking views and surrounding sounds of nature before heading downstairs for the day. The coastal elements of the outdoor furnishings and fabrics include a settee covered in white Sunbrella fabric, a pair of outdoor rattan chairs, and a chunky textured rug. Custom toneon-tone pinestriped draperies and blue patered pillows add some color to a neutral palette and tie the space to the adjoining guest bedroom. The plants and soothing waterfall sounds from the tabletop fountain call to mind the home’s biophilic aspects.
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ROOM DESIGN AND ACCESSORIES:
SUZANNE WINSTON AND ASSOCIATES
LIGHTING: A&W LIGHTING
WOOD FRAMING, DOORS AND WINDOWS: BLUE WATER LUMBER
1312 E. Cervantes St, Pensacola • 850-472-0341
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SunFarm Energy is a regionally licensed NABCEP certified solar power contractor. Since 2011, it has been their mission to help the community make the smart switch to solar power, specializing in solar PV and battery backup for homes as well as businesses. With headquarters located in Pensacola, Florida, SunFarm Energy provides the highest quality customer service to their clients. They possess a talented team of installers, service technicians, project managers, sales staff, system designers and company management all focusing on providing customers with an exceptional experience. Come join the future of energy.
The tall ceilings of the home’s stairwell provided the perfect canvas for an expansive gallery wall. Artist and designer Elisabeth Hays drew inspiration from the home’s eco-friendly theme by selecting a more neutral, tone on tone color palette for the butterflies, each originally crafted by Hays herself. The abstract chandelier is inspired by florals with six layers of rattan and densely braided edges providing a soft diffused light. Natural light from the ventilating skylight reflects off the organic shapes and tones of the butterflies, give them an uplifting sense of flight on every level.
“THE STAIRWAY COULD’VE BEEN A REALLY DARK SPACE BECAUSE IT’S IN THE CORE OF THE HOME, BUT BY PUTTING THE SKYLIGHT IN AT AN ANGLE WHERE THE NOON SUN WILL NEVER COME DIRECTLY DOWN, IT BOUNCES INTO THE LIGHT WELL AND GETS DIFFUSED SO IT IS SHARED FROM THE GROUND FLOOR TO THE TOP.”
- REBECCA BRYANT, ARCHITECT & DESIGNERTHE STAINLES STEEL TRACTION ELEVATOR OFFERS A QUIET AND SMOOTH RIDE, ELIMINATING THE NEED FOR A MACHINE ROOM, SAVING YOU MONEY WITHOUT SACRIFICING QUALITY.
ROOM DESIGN AND ACCESSORIES: ELISABETH HAYS VELUS SKYLIGHT, WINDOWS AND DOORS:
BLUE WATER LUMBER CUSTOM ELEVATOR: RESIDENTIAL ELEVATORS WHITE OAK STAIR TREADS, WHITE OAK LANDINGS: CONWAY FLOORING
10679 County Road 1, Fairhope • 251-379-3081 elisabethhays.com • IG: @eghaysart
FB: Elisabeth Hays Creative Collective Eghays10@gmail.com
Elisabeth Hays is a local fine artist, specializing in original acrylic paintings and mixed media works. She draws much of her inspiration from local waterways as reflected in her popular Bay Maps and Saltwater Stitches collections as well as inspiration from her two young children, Mary Crider (5) and Sam (3), which can be seen in the exploration of color and mark making with her most recent Bugs & Butterflies collections.
2910 Kerry Forest Pwky, D4-1, Tallahassee, FL 800-832-2004 / 251-747-6446
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Residential Elevators is the premier home elevator company for America’s most discerning builders, architects, and homeowners who want to add value to their next multi-story community or luxury home development. Their custom-crafted, state-of-the-art elevators lift lifestyles to new heights, offering access and convenience through quality, value, and service. Family-owned and operated for three decades, Residential Elevators is the only company of its kind that manufactures the highest quality custom elevators, ships, installs, and services its elevators throughout the United States. With total control of the supply chain, the company holds itself accountable during each step of the process, guaranteeing the highest quality experience and products.
The third-floor guest bedroom perfectly emulates Stock & Trade’s timeless design aesthetic recognizable with soft neutral colors, clean lines, and refined furnishings. A cozy retreat invites guests in for a good nights sleep with a luscious plush rug, fully upholstered bed, and an occasional chair in the corner making for the perfect spot to gaze out at the beautiful view of the bay. The room takes on a subtle nod to its coastal roots through the grey washed beside tables and a unique pair of glass lamps, combined with a punch of color in a large abstract artwork hanging the wall.
ROOM DESIGN AND ACCESSORIES: STOCK & TRADE DESIGN CO. WINDOWS AND DOORS: BLUE WATER LUMBER WHITE OAK FLOORING: JUBILEE FLOORING
OF THE ROOM”.
- STOCK AND TRADE, ROOM DESIGNER
25263 U.S. Highway 98, Daphne 251-625-1700 • jubilee-flooring.com
Jubilee Flooring & Decorating celebrated their twentieth year of business in 2017, the owners have been in the flooring industry since 1979. They are the trusted source for prominent builders on the Eastern Shore looking for quality flooring for their new customers looking to remodel their homes. The right new floor covering can transform a room and create your dream home. Jubilee flooring is committed to its customers, putting you as the number one priority. From the moment you walk through the door, you will feel welcome in their store. Expert sales representatives are ready to help you throughout the entire process, from picking out the perfect floor through installation. When dealing with an investment of this magnitude, you deserve to have the job done properly the first time!
“FLOOR TO CEILING WHITE LINEN DRAPES AND GILDED FRAMED INTAGLIOS OVER THE BED EMPHASIZE VISUAL HEIGHT AND SOFTEN THE SPACE WITHOUT DISTRACTING FROM THE SERENE COLOR PALLETE
color palette gives this guest bathroom some edge featuring Cambria’s Buxton dark, grainy countertops and a dramatic cowhide mirror providing a solid foundation for the space. Two energy effecient scones incorporate natural materials by creating biophilic patterns of light and shadow. The slender columns of crystal in a hexagonal shape allow for the illumination to be distrubuted all around. An industrial faucet mimics the look of an exposed pipe complementing the concrete textures in the countertop and tile reinforcing the elemental nature of water. Oak and olive floor mosaic make up the shower tile design.
Campesino Rum founder Hatton Smith II’s affections for finding adventure south of the border comes naturally. The Birmingham native grew up traveling to coffee farms around the world with his father, the owner of Royal Cup Coffee. At 19, he took a trip to the wilds of Central America and continued to go back as often as he could during his college days. Those Jaunts inspired his venture in rum making, something he started in the jungle and has since refined as Campesino Rum. Now based in Birmingham, the company sources its blends from the Caribbean and South America. Campesino can be found throughout Alabama at bars, restaurants, and ABC stores.
ROOM DESIGN AND ACCESSORIES: STOCK & TRADE DESIGN CO. CABINETS: COAST KITCHEN AND BATH WINDOWS AND DOORS: BLUE WATER LUMBER SHOWER AND TILE FLOOR, WHITE OAK FLOORING: JUBILEE FLOORING LIGHTING, KOHLER PLUMBING FIXTURES: FERGUSON CAMBRIA QUARTZ COUNTERTOP: COASTAL STONE
Tranquil hues and clean lines create an idyllic escape in this spacious guest bedroom designed by Michelle Strength of Inhabit Interiors. Grounded by natural furnishings, Strength incorporated a mix of refined pieces and personalized accessories to give the perfect amount of balanced sophistication. A clean, low headboard is flanked by organic sculptural bedside tables and a chartreuse green velvet bench adding a touch of luxury and depth. Custom made draperies outlined with Samual & Sons Positano fringe and a distinctive rope console table give a nod to 1950’s French designers Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet. Vintage leather-bound copies of Jane Austen novels sit atop an antique benched oak Louis XV chest and a collection of framed, paper collage art crafted by Strength herself depicts 8 separate islands to complete the room. The soothing color palette and subtle textures reflect a modern and relaxed coastal contrast.
ROOM DESIGN AND ACCESSORIES: INHABIT INTERI-
ORS WINDOWS AND DOORS: BLUE WATER LUMBER
WHITE OAK FLOORING: JUBILEE FLOORING
209 C South Section St, Fairhope 251-408-2353 • IG: @inhabit_home
Inhabit is a full-scale interior design studio owned by local designer Michele Strength. Inhabit applies a fresh and modern approach to classical design to create timeless interiors. Michele credits her studies at New York School of Interior Design, living abroad, and travel as the biggest influences in her designs. Michele strives to create spaces that are sophisticated and stylish, while remaining effortlessly livable and reflective of her client’s personal style. Michele’s experience allows her to facilitate with large comprehensive projects, such as new construction and remodels, as well as small but equally important endeavors like restyling a room or selecting a statement piece. Inhabit has a small retail space with a curated collection of antiques mixed with contemporary and vintage pieces.
THE PURIST WALL MOUNTED SINK FAUCET WITH CROSS HANDLES IS MEANT TO EVOKE RECOLLECTION TO CHILDHOOD DAYS PLAYING WITH WATER FROM THE HOSE AS PART OF BIOPHILIC DESIGN
Extending from the bedroom is a spacious hallway leading past two generous sized closets with sliding doors, and into the bathroom. A set of nude paintings by Kelly Ogburn of Little Art Mart embellishes the walls and a vanity stool by Palacek Rattan completes the room. A single wall sconce by Sean Lavin adds light for guests to get ready for the day, and a woven flush mount by Arteriors gives a cool and casual statement to the space it brightens. This dynamic and textural shade is crafted from buri midrib and carefully set to evoke a sense of motion. The purist mounted sink faucet is meant to resemble a simple spigot and a botanical ink sketch by Molly Robinson sits atop the counter adding a hint of nature.
ROOM DESIGN AND ACCESSORIES: INHABIT
INTERIORS PLUMBING FIXTURES: FERGUSON
SHOWER AND TILE FLOOR: JUBILEE FLOORING
CAMBRIA QUARTZ COUNTERTOP: COASTAL STONE
CABINETS: COAST KITCHEN AND BATH
WINDOWS AND DOORS: BLUE WATER LUMBER
Off the third-floor landing, accompanying the three guest suites, sits the treetop lounge offering a flexible space that can serve as a homework or office space, a casual lounging area for teens, a cozy media room for movie nights, or even as an overflow guest room. For this snug space, designer Summer Ennis was inspired to create a “nest” like feeling applying a metallic leaf wallpaper by Albany on the ceiling to compliment the rich blue color on the walls. Comforting fabrics and rustic accessories such as the bamboo lounge seating and miniature wooden doll chairs are paired with an assortment of original photography by Ennis herself. Window treatments by Lu Ann Fields peer into the canopy of an adjacent live oak tree as well as provide a glimpse of the Bayview balcony.
12038 Mary Ann Beach Rd. Fairhope
251-232-7923 • summerennis.com
IG: summerennisinteriors
FB: Summer Ennis Interiors
Summer Ennis Interiors is a locally owned business based out of Fairhope, AL. Summer is an ASID certified interior designer specializing in residential work as well as small commercial projects. For over twenty years, her business has specialized in timeless design with an updated modern aesthetic. Enhancing each client’s personal taste while adding functionality and style to the project is the main goal of Summer Ennis Interiors. Her business provides expertise in space planning, renovations, and new construction utilizing both local and sustainable products and materials. In addition to design and consulting, Summer is an accomplished architectural photographer and stylist for real estate staging.
A COZY NOOK COMPLIMENTS ITS SURROUNDING SPACES PROVIDING A COMMON AREA TO GATHER EMBELLISHED WITH RICH, EARTHY TONES AND ACCESSORIES EARNING ITS NAME - “TREETOP LOUNGE”
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ROOM DESIGN AND ACCESSORIES: SUMMER
ENNIS INTERIORS FAN: AW LIGHTING
WINDOWS AND DOORS: BLUE WATER LUMBER
WHITE OAK FLOORING: JUBILEE FLOORING
This bright and airy space combines the classic with the dramatic in this stunningly chic room. In contrast from the other guest bedrooms, this room features soft blue walls in Benjamin Moore’s ‘Cool Breeze’ and is accessorized with coordinating items from Towne and Beech and greenery scattered throughout provided by Cornucopia Gardens. Custom interior window treatments catch the eye with two stunning wallpaper panels hanging on each side of the bed. Designer Suzanne Winston based the space off of the term “Elegant Bohemian” which is usually associated with the artists of the time, as well as writers and other eccentric intellectuals. She and her team gathered inspiration from the free-spirited personalities that lived in Fairhope in the early days combined with a sense of Boho fashion.
THE STUNNING UPSTAIRS GUEST SUITE FEATURES EXQUISITE CANOPY PANNELING ALONG THE BED BRINGING ANOTHER LEVEL OF ELEGANCE AND MOVEMENT TO THE ROOM ALONG WITH ITS OWN PRIVATE BALCONY FOR GUESTS
ROOM DESIGN AND ACCESSORIES: SUZANNE
WINSTON & ASSOCIATES LIGHTING: AW LIGHTING
WINDOWS AND DOORS: BLUE WATER LUMBER WHITE OAK FLOORING: JUBILEE FLOORING
104 S. Beech St., Foley 251-279-0456 • suzannewinston.com
IG: @suzannewinstonandassociates
FB: Suzanne Winston and Associates
Suzanne Winston & Associates is a full-service interior design firm working along the Gulf Coast and beyond specializing in renovations, kitchen design, and new construction. Suzanne is also the proprietor of Towne + Beech, a custom design shop with two locations in Foley and Fairhope, Alabama where Winston shares her curated finds discovered on her many travels. Known for being able to recognize potential, in first two years of her career, the designer renovated and sold 11 cottages in Fairhope’s popular Fruit and Nut District, earning her the nickname “the Queen of Fix & Flip.” Since 2002, she has remodeled and sold more than 150 residences. Her goal is always to create comfortable spaces with eye-catching details.
Similar to the bedroom it accompanies, the hallmarks of this bathroom are contemporary yet timeless. Wicker scones from Towne and Beech add a coastal element with two matching vanity mirrors above jack and jill sinks. A change from the darker cabinetry in the other guest bathrooms, white cabinetry keeps the space airy, while bright marble countertops and window treatments act as harmonious, neutral accents.
ROOM DESIGN AND ACCESSORIES: SUZANNE
WINSTON & ASSOCIATES CABINETS: COAST
KITCHEN AND BATH CAMBRIA QUARTZ COUNTER-
TOP, SHOWER BENCH: COASTAL STONE SHOWER
TILE AND FLOOR, WHITE OAK FLOORING: JUBI-
LEE FLOORING KOHLER FAUCET, SINK, SHOWER
HEAD: FERGUSON WINDOWS AND DOORS: BLUE WATER LUMBER
a view from the bay, guests can enjoy many an evening watching the sun go down with the unbeatable views from this outdoor porch. Gaze out up above the neighbors homes into the treetops from this private retreat. Southern Home Outdoor provided the perfect outdoor furnishings for lounging around the firepit or grilling out with friends.
ROOM DESIGN AND ACCESSORIES: SOUTHERN HOME OUTDOOR WINDOWS AND DOORS: BLUE WATER LUMBER ELDORADO OUTDOOR LYRA FIRE BOWL AND BLAZE 5 BURNER LTE GAS GRILL: SOUTH AL BRICK
601 Western Drive, Mobile • 251-471-4361 • IG: @rileystuartsupply • FB: rileystuartsupply
Based in Mobile, and founded in 1945, RileyStuart Supply Company has been supplying the Mobile Bay Area with quality building materials for nearly 75 years. Throughout these years, our core product – if not our identity – has been Clay Brick. This remains true today, and in fact you might say ‘Brick is in our Blood’. Our vast selection of brick – including nearly every type of brick, produced by manufacturers all over the country – is well -complemented by a wide variety of masonry products – Stone, Pavers, Hardscapes and Fireplaces, just to name a few. Most recently, we have introduced a comprehensive line of “Outdoor Living” products, including grills, pizza ovens, outdoor kitchens and much more. Only through the loyal support of our valued customers has Riley-Stuart sustained some 75 years in business. We are both humbled by, and tremendously grateful for, the continued support of our community. By selectively partnering with the most reputable manufacturers in the country, we continuously strive to offer high-quality products, at competitive pricing, and backed by the best customer service in the industry.
Uponentering the ground floor, guests enter a practical mudroom equipped with plentiful storage including two large double door closets that feeds into the studio and studio bathroom for practical use, as well as the central stairwell to access the rest of the home. Green Gates made use of the space by accentuating all of the hidden nooks and crannies in the room with accessories aimed to evoke feelings of calmness, organic beauty, and timelessness. Her vision was to create the ambiance of embarking on a treasure hunt while serving as a natural extension of the outdoor area.
801 North Section Street, Fairhope 251-928-2525
Green Gates will celebrate its 20th anniversary in 2022. Providing beautiful home furnishings to homes across the coastal area, Green Gates specializes in the highest quality solid wood furniture, upholstered and slipcovered sofas, fine linens, mirrors, lighting and accessories. Green Gates has consistently blended a collection of timeless new home furnishings in subtle hues that are easy to live with and textures are everything. From the aged, rusty patina of the stone on iron furniture, to the luxurious feel of the softest Belgium linens, putting an emphasis on the natural elements! Selections include Carrara marble, smooth concrete, rocks and moss, wool and cotton, iron, woven baskets, clay pottery, and beautiful wood - from dough bowls and trays to reclaimed wood tables and benches. All of this is blended with the fabulous aroma of candles burning and tranquil instrumental music playing to create what has become known only as the Green Gates “experience.”
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DESIGN AND ACCESSORIES: GREEN GATES LIGHTING, FAN: AW LIGHTING
WHITE OAK FLOORING: JUBILEE FLOORING WINDOWS AND DOORS: BLUE WATER LUMBER
While this spacious carport might be traditionally thought to house vehicles, the areas size and dynamic features allow it to be multipurpose doubling as an outdoor entertainment space as well. Designed to architecturally connect with the back lawn, this area awaits to lend itself to beautiful and large social gatherings, especially when our unpredictable weather sends us for cover. A practical outdoor shower provides a convenient place to wash off pets as well as people from a trip to the bay, working in the garden, or a day on the beach. Rene Mashburn of Green Gates transformed the concrete pad into a flourishing garden sanctuary filled with statues, plants, fountains, and even a full bistro table perfect for an outdoor dinner party to enjoy with friends.
16020 S. Greeno Rd., Fairhope 251-929.3475 • coastalstoneandcabinetry.com
IG: @Coastalstoneandcabinetry1
FB: Coastal Stone and Cabinetry
In 2005, Coastal Stone & Cabinetry first opened its doors in Fairhope, Alabama, as a natural stone fabricator and installation contractor. After more than a decade of serving the Gulf Coast, owner-operators Stephanie Hale and Preston Childress bring over forty years of combined experience to the company – ensuring that Coastal’s customers continue to trust their team of talented experts. Coastal’s showroom is designed to serve builders/designers/realtors and homeowners by offering the opportunity to shop for all the other finished product items they will be using in their homes which coordinate with their countertop selections: backsplash tiles and material, tile, wood, luxury vinyl plank and luxury vinyl tile, engineered flooring, custom showers, cabinetry, hardware, and plumbing fixtures. Coastal Stone and Cabinetry continues to be blessed with amazing employees – sales/design consultants, fabricators, installers, warehouse personnel, and other critical administrative personnel who keep the operation running smoothly and on time. Coastal Stone couldn’t be successful without their dedication to quality work, and to the end goal: an excellent customer experience from start to finish.
DESIGN AND ACCESSORIES: GREEN GATES MERIDIAN BRICK “SHADOW STONE”: SOUTH AL BRICK CO.
OUTDOOR SHOWER: FERGUSON FAN: AW LIGHTING
"BECAUSE THE LOT SLOPES 10 FT DOWN, THAT GAVE US THE OPPORTUNITY TO SLIDE ALL OF THOSE EXTRA THINGS HOMEOWNERS WANT UNDER THE HOUSE— SUCH AS A GARAGE AND A LITTLE FLEX SPACE.”
- REBECCA BRYANT, ARCHITECT & DESIGNER
The downstairs flex studio is a multipurpose, spacious area that can be outfitted to play a variety of roles in the home such as a playroom, a media room, or used as a separate living space as its own suite. Because the lot is sloped 10 feet from street to rear, the flex studio and surrounding rooms were designed to be tucked under the bulk of the home, preserving more landscape, and reducing impervious surfaces. Included in the space is a full bath that is accessible from both the entry hall as well as the studio and can be closed off if desired for privacy. Mashburn’s goal was to create the perfect get-away, and surround guests with things that move and inspire them. Her own design aesthetic was inspired by nature to provide comfort, connection, and an uplifting Zen sense of rightness. Originally meant to just house the air conditioning vents, Mashburn converted the back room off of the flex studio into her own personal meditation room with candles, an original chalk mural, and reflecting mirrors creating a peaceful and quiet safe space.
DESIGN AND ACCESSORIES: GREEN GATES
LIGHTING, FAN: AW LIGHTING
PLUMBING FIXTURES: FERGUSON
SHOWER AND TILE FLOOR: JUBILEE FLOORING
Lighting plans are vital to building, remodeling, or redecorating any home or building. It is important to go to someone you trust for the lighting plan in order to check all the necessary boxes when considering recessed lights, overhead fixtures, fans, pendants, sconces and even ambient lighting or outlets for lamps. Not only is lighting important to productivity, but it also enhances the aesthetic appeal of a living space and creates a place that you will want to spend time in. The options when choosing proper lighting are almost endless and can completely change, enhance and complement the feeling of any living space.
DINING ROOM
THIS STRIKING ANTIQUE NICKEL CHANDELIER MAKES A BIG STATEMENT DINING
KITCHEN A STAGGERING BRASS SCULPTURE ILLUMINATES THE KITCHEN ISLAND
MASTER BEDROOM
A SLEEK AND RUSTIC FLUSH ADDS A MINIMALISTIC FINISH TO THE MASTER SUITE
100% OF THE LIGHTING IN THE HOME USES SUPER-EFFICIENT LED LIGHT SOURCES REDUCING ENERGY USE AND HEAT GENERATION ASSOCIATED WITH LIGHTING.
A MODERN TAKE ON A FLORAL CHANDELIER ADDS A GLAMOROUS TOUCH TO TO A
FOYER
THE PERFECT MIX OF FORM AND FUNCTION
POLISH OFF THE FOYER
THE LOLITE “COMFORT DIM” LUMINARIES ON THE MAIN FLOOR ARE COLOR TUNABLE FROM A BRIGHT 3100K, TO A WARM DIM OF 2,000K, WHICH IS MORE LIKE CANDLELIGHT, SO THAT INTERIOR LIGHT CAN GO THROUGH THE SAME COLOR SHIFTS AS THE LIGHT OUTDOORS, SUPPORTING HEALTHY CIRCADIAN FUNCTION.
MASTER BATHROOM A 2 LIGHT WALL SCONCE PERFECTLY ILLUMINATES A POWERFUL VANITY
DINING ROOM ELEGANT AND SLIM SCONCES ENHANCE EACH SIDE OF THE DINING WINDOW
LIVING ROOM
A WILD TAKE ON THE CLASSIC CHANDELIER MAKES A STATEMENT IN THE LIVING SPACE
BAYVIEW BALCONY
A QUAINT BALCONY IS HEIGHTENED BY THIS RUGGED FIXTURE
A SOPHISTICATED, YET FUNCTIONAL WRAP CUSTOM FAN ADORNS THE CEILINGS IN THE MAJORITY OF THE HOME
1124 Hillcrest Road, Mobile 251-607-0099 • aw-lighting.com
For more than 46 years, A & W Lighting has provided lighting solutions that include quality products and exceptional customer service. Their goal is not to sell something to clients, but to identify the real need and match the right products and services to that need. Homeowners, business owners, and professionals at every level of the construction industry choose A & W Lighting for their extensive knowledge and skill in providing lighting design and product selections for peak performance with every application. Their extensive online catalog helps buyers and decorators’ shop and get ideas for products that fit their palette and pocketbook, without leaving their home or office. Meanwhile, their showroom and sales staff are highly trained professionals with a solid support team of product procurement, delivery, and technical support.
