Indholdsfortegnelse for September/October 2024 i Southern Home

After talking to their contractor, Morgan-Keefe Builders, and seeing other local homes by Thomas Kligerman of Kligerman Architecture & Design, the homeowners reached out to the architect about designing their Lake Keowee, South Carolina, home. Imagining a mountain house with a family lodge feel, Kligerman drew inspiration from two sources when he began the process. First, he always admired the work of Henry Jacques Le Même and his Art Deco–period ski chalets. With the Blue Ridge Mountains as a backdrop, Kligerman blended elements of Le Même’s Swiss Alps abodes with the shingle-style architecture of the 1880s, reminiscent of the work of H. H. Richardson, who is known for highly ornamented patterns. The result is a lake home with chalet qualities that references nature in a sculptural way, both inside and…

The design process to craft something new and individual is not a straight line. A good architect will first listen to a client and think about not only what was said, but also what was not said. An architect will consider the location of the house and the surroundings, and then approach a blank sheet of paper to start sketching. After a review with clients that might involve the interior designer and landscape architect, the project can shift according to input, opinions, and advice from the collaborators. When the collaborators meet, that is when the magic happens, and it’s wonderful! Yes, that can be an expensive meeting in terms of hourly fees, but it can also be one of the most crucial in terms of design efficiency—and that means a…

Southern Home (SH): When did you realize you had a passion for interiors? Summer Thornton (ST): My first design memory is selecting wallpaper for my childhood bedroom with my mother. My parents started building our house when I was two, and I loved being on the construction site with them as a toddler. When I was a bit older, I visited the miniature rooms at The Art Institute of Chicago and was enthralled. I think this was the first sign of what my future would look like. When I was a preteen, my parents kindly let me redecorate my bedroom and bathroom. From there, I began redesigning every room in the house. SH: Last time we spoke, you had lots of projects in the works. Are there updates on those?…

Fashioning bespoke, meaningful homes for her gracious clientele is what keeps Sarah West in the design world. A Houston, Texas, style icon and founder of Sarah West & Associates since 2001, her broad portfolio showcases a stunning repertoire of residential homes, sprawling ranches, blissful waterfront properties, and enchanting destination venues. West’s depth of industry knowledge speaks to her success, highlighting an à la carte menu of specialty services, including architectural consulting, interior design, construction management, and artistic finish selections. So, when asked to strategize and guide a new build for Kelly and Randy O’Donnell, a couple who were not only experienced design and construction professionals but also good friends, West jumped into action to bring their vision to life. “I was so honored when they reached out and asked me…

Have you ever wondered why a room just doesn’t work? It may be a quirky roofline or a niche that seems to get in the way of a cohesive design. But perfect for one homeowner may not be perfect for another. With the trained eye of an architect and the creative brain of an interior designer, Marie Flanigan looks at the various challenges that rooms present and offers solutions. In Flanigan’s newest book, The Perfect Room: Timeless Designs for Intentional Living, she identifies the challenges and opportunities of a space and addresses them in a way that readers can relate to. Her goal is to create rooms that are aesthetically pleasing, efficient, and work for the family. Flanigan shares thoughtful approaches to every decision ranging from building materials and architectural…

A corner lot among the tree-lined streets of Dallas’ Highland Park is a rare gem. When the stars aligned for this couple to make it their own, they set out to build a home they and their two young children could enjoy for years to come. With a background in the industry, they served as their own general contractor but sought a well-rounded team to come alongside them and execute on all facets. Having been introduced to architect David Stocker of SHM architects, they reached out for insight into planning a structure to best serve their needs while fitting the site and its surroundings. “There are six or seven homes that we designed within walking distance of this one—all with really nice character,” Stocker notes. In accord with this, he…

An empty nest can also be a full house—just ask Ken Pursley and Craig Dixon. When the architects embarked on plans for a 7,500-square-foot new build, their clients were transitioning from the home where they raised their children for more than 25 years to one designed for hosting friends, future generations of family, and their ever-growing collection of art glass. “The goal wasn’t to downsize, but rather reallocate space to the areas of the house that were important to our clients and relevant to the way they would live in the house for years to come,” Pursley says. Located in a quiet gated community in Charlotte, the contemporary structure is heavily influenced by the sloped land upon which it stands. With a stream on one side, a waterfall to another,…

Please note that items not listed are privately owned. COVER Architecture, Stan Dixon, D. Stanley Dixon. Interior design, Jackye Lanham. Photography, Eric Piasecki. MASTHEAD Page 5: GP&J Ikat Bokhara in Emerald. FROM THE EDITOR Page 7: What We’re Seeing: Top image: Robinson Table by Varnish Collection, varnishcollection.com. Middle image: Wavy Mirror by Soane Britain, soane.com. Bottom image: Poppy Day Bed by Woodbridge Furniture, woodbridgefurniture.com. ON TREND Pages 9–13: The latest in burl wood products. DESIGNER Q & A Pages 17–20: Summer Thornton, Summer Thornton Design. STYLE LIBRARY Page 21: The Perfect Design: Timeless Designs for Intentional Living, by Marie Flanigan, Rizzoli ©2024. Page 23: Forever Beautiful, by Mark D. Sikes, Rizzoli ©2024. ANTIQUES OBSESSION Page 25: Top left: Interior design, James Farmer. Photography, Emily Followill. Top right and bottom left: Holland MacRae.…

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