Articles in Homes

The New Traditional
Classic style is redefined in an elegant little rock home, where relaxed colors, aged furnishings and bold patterns create family-friendly spaces
Originally published: January/February 2012
The Garden Home for the Holidays
At Moss Mountain Farm near Little Rock, designer P. Allen Smith readies his Greek Revival-style residence to celebrate the season
Originally published: December 2011
The Art of Refinement
A Little Rock interior designer edits and mixes collections to create an eclectically elegant home
Originally published: November 2011
Built by Design
A custom home with French country charm is an ideal fit for a Little Rock builder and his family
Originally published: November 2011
Above it All
A condo owner raises elegant living to new heights in downtown Fayetteville
Originally published: October 2011
Grace Notes
In Little Rock, designer Debi Davis uses soft neutrals and gold accents to create a serenely stylish retreat
Originally published: October 2011
Polished to Perfection
Designer Tobi Fairley renovates a cramped kitchen and bath into airy rooms with a sea-inspired color palette and elegant detailing
Originally published: September 2011
Clean and Serene
Designer Garry Mertins turns an out-of-date kitchen into a tranquil space for effortlessly relaxing, cooking and entertaining
Originally published: September 2011
Organically Modern
Designer Meridith Hamilton uses natural light, sleek surfaces and ultra-efficient amenities to update an aging kitchen and bath
Originally published: September 2011
A Room for All Ages
In Fayetteville, the redecorating of a familiar space leads to a functional and kid-friendly playroom the entire family can enjoy
Originally published: August 2011
Sparkling Sanctuary
Doting grandparents commission designer Tracy Rivers to create a luxurious suite in their Russellville home for their young granddaughter
Originally published: August 2011
Traditional Meets Mod
In Litte Rock, pops of pink transition from a patterned bedroom to a bold playspace
Originally published: August 2011
Family Flair
Designer Endia Veerman uses soothing hues and textural fabrics to update a West Little Rock home
Originally published: August 2011
Family Fun
At the Little Rock home of builder Justin Stewart, an open floor plan and durable materials emphasize informal, easy living for a family of five
Originally published: August 2011
Traditional Green
A Southern-style certified green home in Little Rock shows that living comfortably and sustainably can go hand-in-hand
Originally published: July 2011
Grassroots Green
A couple returns from Seattle to build their home in Benton, bringing with them a sensibility for sustainable design
Originally published: July 2011
Lakeside Living, Redefined
Warm rustic meets cool contemporary in a Greers Ferry lake house designed for family fun year-round
Originally published: June 2011
Serenely Chic
Designer Tami Risinger uses cool hues and mod furnishings to turn her family’s condo on Hot Springs’ Lake Hamilton into a stylish retreat
Originally published: June 2011
Historic Meets Happy
A stately Georgian-style home in Little Rock is treated to a family-friendly makeover, complete with comfortably current living spaces and cheerful colors
Originally published: May 2011
Renovated and Refreshed
Old World meets cool contemporary in an updated home that’s elegant yet comfortable for family living
Originally published: May 2011
Open House
An entrepreneurial Rogers couple turns a traditional home into a warmly modern residence where they can open the doors and welcome the community
Originally published: April 2011
History with a Heart
Cherished collections and elegant antiques create a well layered home for a philanthropic Little Rock family
Originally published: April 2011
Elegant Inside and Out
Rows of doors, wide windows and subtle colors blur the line between interior and outdoor spaces in a new Fayetteville home
Originally published: March 2011
Garden Getaway
A Little Rock designer escapes to an enticing backyard and guesthouse where regional plants meet European design
Originally published: March 2011
Rooms with a View
Cottage charm meets country vistas on this Eureka Springs hilltop, where a pair of shop owners have created inviting gardens and outdoor living areas
Originally published: March 2011
Color Confident
Color is the main accessory in a Conway home where an open floor plan and abundant windows keep the emphasis on nature
Originally published: January/February 2011
Cozy and Comforting
El Dorado designer Andrea Brooks draws from a family’s Southern style to create a traditional setting for the holidays
Originally published: December 2010
Merry and Light
In Little Rock, two designers join forces to create an elegant holiday home with an icy color palette and lush greenery
Originally published: December 2010
Welcoming and Warm
Step inside the Stephens family’s home in Little Rock, where holiday style means combining elements both rugged and refined
Originally published: December 2010
The Mix Master
An interior designer outfits her West Little Rock home  with a well-curated combination of colors, materials and textures
Originally published: January/February 2012
All Together Now
A pair of Little Rock architects blend work, family and play in one modern, sustainable structure they call home
Originally published: January/February 2012
Eclectic Elegance
A mix of textures, colors and eras infuse a Fayetteville home with stylishly personal charm
Originally published: January/February 2012
Gracious Through the Years
A Little Rock designer looks to the past while giving a historic home a fresh and glamorous update
Originally published: January/February 2012
Modern Makeover
In Rogers, lightening up surfaces and improving work zones gives a dated kitchen a functional facelift
Originally published: January/February 2012
Transitional Transformation
In Little Rock, a thoughtful renovation turns a series of small spaces into an airy kitchen and bath with streamlined style
Originally published: January/February 2012
Old World Update
A Little Rock design team pays attention to details and creates a traditional kitchen and bath worthy of the European countryside
Originally published: September 2010
Play Time
Make room for a house full of fashionable fun! We stopped by Ashley and Kyle Floyd’s colorful 1930s-era home in North Little Rock, where daughter Brooklyn and son August were...
Originally published: August 2010
Bright and Boyish
In Fayetteville, bold walls and cleverly used fabrics create a bedroom that’s tailor-made for its young owner
Originally published: August 2010
Twice as Nice
In Little Rock, a nursery for twins becomes a room fit for two toddlers thanks to a few key changes  
Originally published: August 2010
Modern Beginnings
A Little Rock couple opts for a punchy palette in a nursery for their soon-to-arrive son  
Originally published: August 2010
Family-friendly in the City
Designer Tobi Fairley uses bold colors, bright patterns and a liberal dose of ingenuity to turn a traditional house in Fayetteville into a lively home for a family of five...
Originally published: August 2010
Family Friendly in the Country
Acclaimed Arkansan Laura Day outfits a Hamptons home as a summery getaway for her young family  
Originally published: August 2010
Arkansas' Best New Home Exterior: Amirmoez Foster Hailey Johnson Architects, Fayetteville
Originally published: July 2010
Arkansas' Best New Home Interior: Mike and Robin Cohea, Greenwood
Originally published: July 2010
Arkansas' Best Renovation: Robin and Steve Mangan, Little Rock
Originally published: July 2010
Arkansas' Best One-Room Makeover: Jerusalem Greer, North Little Rock
Originally published: July 2010
Arkansas' Best Kitchen: Leslie and Scott Bailey, Fayetteville
Originally published: July 2010
Beach-style Chic
Casual elegance and family comfort combine in this Greers Ferry Lake hideaway
Originally published: January/February 2012
Villa with a View
An Italianate house on Lake Hamilton is a grand yet relaxing retreat for soaking in the waterfront scenery
Originally published: January/February 2012
Keeping It Simple
In Bella Vista, an architect's personal philosophy inspires an easy-going lakeside kitchen
Originally published: June 2010
Rustic Re-do
A decrepit log cabin is given new life as an inspiring art studio overlooking Beaver Lake
Originally published: June 2010
Second Story, Second Chance
Mountain Home interior designer Stacy Sheid brings big city loft style to a small town
Originally published: May 2010
Traditional Transformation
A minor makeover mushrooms into a full-fledged renovation, turning a stately Little Rock home into a light, bright classic
Originally published: May 2010
Tropical Touch
A busy El Dorado couple’s master bedroom gets a relaxed, family-friendly overhaul inspired by the beach
Originally published: May 2010
Refresher Course
A savvy designer updates a family home in Searcy with a back-to-the-basics makeover
Originally published: May 2010
Cottage Light
A Little Rock writer and her husband freshen up the rooms of their 1920s cottage, using soft hues to create a serenely chic home
Originally published: April 2010
Cottage Comfort
A Little Rock florist uses layers of warm earth tones to transform his quaint cottage into a comfortable haven
Originally published: April 2010
Heirloom Cooking
A renovated kitchen in a Little Rock family’s homestead cottage becomes a gathering place for multiple generations
Originally published: April 2010
Unexpected Charm
Trading in modern luxuries for classic details gives roommates a character-filled, hand-me-down-chic apartment in Little Rock’s historic Hillcrest neighborhood
Originally published: April 2010
Backyard Paradise
A Jonesboro family with a love of the outdoors transforms their backyard into a natural oasis
Originally published: March 2010
Off to the Lake
A Heber Springs getaway offers relaxation and easy entertaining in the charming style of a seaside cottage
Originally published: March 2010
Garden Grandeur
A philanthropic Little Rock couple commission designer P. Allen Smith to create a Mediterranean-style retreat that’s fit for a crowd
Originally published: March 2010
The (eco) Friendly Kitchen
Family and friends join the fun in this rebuilt Little Rock kitchen, where green design keeps the emphasis on healthy living
Originally published: March 2010
Contemporary Comfort
A Conway family of four uses eye-catching colors to give their traditional home a modern makeover
Originally published: January-February 2010
Lively Living
Warm earth tones add colorful character to a renovated Little Rock cottage
Originally published: January-February 2010
Dining Drama
A Little Rock family transforms the dining room in their new home with vivid color and shimmering details
Originally published: January-February 2010
Fresh Traditional
Prints and patterns come together in a colorful way at a product designer’s Fayetteville home
Originally published: January-February 2010
Renew
Re-designing the spaces of this Glenwood home promoted a renewed sense of purpose for this busy family
Originally published: Year In Review 2010
Cottage in the City
A Little Rock couple's years of home design experience culminates in the construction of their ideal cottage, nestled on a quiet street in the heart of the city
Originally published: Year In Review 2010
Southern Chic
An invitingly tranquil color palette mixed with clean-lined furnishings updates a family home in Little Rock
Originally published: Year In Review 2010
Cross Creek
Architects Marlon and Ati Blackwell take on the challenge of a rugged building site and create an award-winning family home in Fayetteville
Originally published: Year In Review 2010
Holiday Homecoming
A Little Rock designer draws on nature and tradition to create a welcoming retreat on the outskirts of town
Originally published: December 2009
A Craftsman Christmas
A Searcy family decks the halls of their new rustic home with all-natural flair
Originally published: December 2009
Magical Memories
A Fayetteville family with three young children fills their new home with memory-making holiday decor
Originally published: December 2009
A Golden Glow
The holidays sparkle in this Chenal Valley home, where festive décor greets family and friends
Originally published: December 2009
Southern Chic
An invitingly tranquil color palette mixed with clean-lined furnishings updates a family home in Little Rock
Originally published: November 2009
Southern History
A Fayetteville couple refreshes a historic home with classic colors and layers of cherished furnishings
Originally published: November 2009
Tradition with a Twist
Blending new with old gives this designer’s Harrison home classic cachet with a touch of whimsy
Originally published: November 2009
Cross Creek
Architects Marlon and Ati Blackwell take on the challenge of a rugged building site and create an award-winning family home in Fayetteville
Originally published: October 2009
Project Provence
A Little Rock interior designer channels Southern France to create a home where she and her family live comfortably and entertain well
Originally published: October 2009
Classical Cooking
A Fayetteville couple’s travels inspire an Old World-influenced kitchen and bath where the emphasis is on architectural details
Originally published: September 2009
Built from Scratch
A Russellville couple creates a Colonial-style kitchen where family and friends feel right at home
Originally published: September 2009
Colorfully Craftsman
A Little Rock builder and his family convert the kitchen in their Arts and Crafts-style house into an open and inviting gathering place
Originally published: September 2009
Going for Baroque
An elegant bathroom in a downtown Little Rock high-rise takes luxury to a new level
Originally published: September 2009
Nursery Suite
Lush fabrics and classic furnishings turn a duet of rooms into a soothing sanctuary
Originally published: August 2009
Bella's Ballroom
A designing mother creates a pair of rooms matched to her twin’s personalities
Originally published: August 2009
Ethan's Escape
Family travels inspire an ocean-blue bedroom with nautical flair
Originally published: August 2009
French Dressing
Designer Kevin Walsh gives the home of an active Little Rock family a fresh, glamorous update fit for a Parisian flat
Originally published: August 2009
On the Waterfront
In Bella Vista, an architect designs his own home to welcome guests arriving by land or by water.
Originally published: July 2009
The Casual Cottage
Light colors and comfortable furnishings turn an outdated vacation home on Greers Ferry Lake into a family-friendly retreat
Originally published: July 2009
Lakeside Luxe
On Lake Ouachita, elegant furnishings, enticing colors and ample spaces for entertaining combine to create a crowd-pleasing lakeside home.
Originally published: July 2009
Rustic Retreat
Inspired by the views from their waterfront setting, a Fort Smith family converts a cabin on Beaver Lake into a nature-infused get-away
Originally published: July 2009
Cottage in the City
A Little Rock couple’s years of home design experience culminates in the construction of their ideal cottage, nestled on a quiet street in the heart of the city
Originally published: June 2009
Cottage Kitchen
In Conway, a designer creates a new kitchen that combines high efficiency with vintage cottage charm
Originally published: June 2009
Cottage in the Country
In Eureka Springs, an enterprising pair uses classic cottage details to makeover a lackluster 1970s house
Originally published: June 2009
RENEW
Re-designing the spaces of this Glenwood home promoted a renewed sense of purpose for this busy family
Originally published: May 2009
RENOVATE
Taking down walls and opening up views sheds new light on a classic mid-century home
Originally published: May 2009
REFRESH
A plain-Jane bedroom gets a dramatic makeover with fresh paint, rearranged furniture and layers of fabric
Originally published: May 2009
Around the Color Wheel
Designer Andrea Brooks brings out the best in her historic home with an eclectic color scheme
Originally published: April 2009
Glam It Up
A custom-built Little Rock home gets an infusion of glamorous style thanks to interior designer Tobi Fairley
Originally published: March 2009
A Gallery of Design
Interior designer Tom Chandler reworks a Little Rock home by relying on many of the homeowners’ original furnishings
Originally published: March 2009
Job’s Place
ABC’s Extreme Makeover: Home Edition features a central Arkansas family and finds local professionals rising to the challenge
Originally published: February 2009
The High Life
A Little Rock designer works closely with her client to create a one-of-a-kind condo high above the city
Originally published: February 2009
Rooms in Review
Have a look at some of the beautiful spaces that graced our pages this year
Originally published: January 2009
A Natural Combination
An interior and an exterior designer work together on a Fayetteville home to bring together both the inside and the out
Originally published: December 2008
A Cabin Christmas
On the banks of the White River, a cozy cabin is the ideal setting for naturally inspired holiday décor
Originally published: December 2008
A Hilltop Manor
A Fayetteville architect works to craft a classic family home blending Prairie School and Arts and Crafts style with modern living
Originally published: November 2008
Diamond in the Rough
A Fayetteville builder revives a Craftsman-style cottage with classic style and modern updates
Originally published: November 2008
Creative Collaboration
For a Little Rock builder and his wife, working on their own home with a talented interior designer leads to a rewarding partnership and a beautifully versatile family...
Originally published: October 2008
A Natural Compilation
A University of Arkansas architecture professor designs a private retreat in the wooded hills of Fayetteville
Originally published: October 2008
Living Outside the Box
A creative couple crafts a lakeside Mountain Harbor cottage from an unusual foundation
Originally published: September 2008
Simply Chic
A Little Rock woman blends old and new favorites in her cottage-style home
Originally published: September 2008
The Family Business
Renovating and re-inventing a historic Heights home is a labor of love for a husband-and-wife design-build team and their blended family
Originally published: August 2008
Dinner on the Lawn
By taking a traditional dinner party and relocating it to a shady spot in the garden, you’ll create an incredibly memorable evening for all
Originally published: July 2008
Tone on Tone
A monochromatic palette and cohesive design philosophy help a Hot Springs lake house make the most of its small space
Originally published: July 2008
Louisiana Inspiration
An extended family pitches in to design and build an Acadian-style cottage in Heber Springs with breathtaking views and amenities to fit a crowd
Originally published: July 2008
Designed to Order
Relaxation and organization drive the design of Little Rock designer Tobi Fairley’s new home
Originally published: June 2008

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