Outdoor Comforts
Backyards and porches are an extension of the home. With the addition of a few creature comforts, outdoor spaces become as cozy as indoor dining and living rooms. “People come and live at the beach or visit the beach to…
Decorating
Singular Sensation
Exclusive” is a word often used to describe Alys Beach, a walkable and private 30A community that has been gaining popularity since development began there in earnest in 2004. But it was the term “singularity” that was top of mind…
Coffee Table Conversation Starters
When welcoming guests into your home, the living room is often a space for gathering on cozy couches and chairs centered around a coffee table. Amid conversation, a guest might lean forward to put their drink on a coaster, their…
Defining Coastal Chic
A new-age design descriptor, the coastal chic aesthetic focuses on bringing the beauty of nature inside to create luxurious and calming spaces. The style departs from the bold colors and nautical motifs known to the condo aesthetic. Subtle, warm modernity…
Homeowners Preserving History
When Lisa Long Lyter and her husband, Tommi, purchased their folk Victorian on the edge of Pensacola’s historic North Hill neighborhood in January 2021, the old house had seen far better days. “It was a mess, quite honestly, and there…
Revamping the Beach Bathroom
Living in or visiting a coastal town, most people are familiar with beachy bathroom themes popular across condominiums and coastal cottages. The kitschy beach chair and sandcastle painting, a collection of seashells in a wicker basket, hand towels adorned with…
The Curated Home
More than wall decor, curated art collections can elevate any room from a beige blank slate to your personalized creative space. Artist Doug Foltz, owner of SaltCrust Studios in Santa Rosa Beach, recommends considering sentiment when curating a collection for…
Harmonious Living
Plant lovers, rejoice! There are plenty of pet-friendly blooms to enjoy
Crafty Christmas
Crafting played a huge role in my childhood, especially during the holidays. Each year, my mom would break out the hot glue gun (for her) and purple glue sticks (for me), and we’d get to work on whatever DIY project…
Bibliophile Archives
Local bibliophiles show off their home library collections, shelving and style, offering inspo for your dream built-in project
