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Wine cellar with brick walls, small table with wine tasting and showing

BIRMINGHAM HOME & GARDEN MAGAZINE
SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2010

Being an oenophile and gourmet cook, this client desired to have a wine cellar in which to showcase and store his collection of fine wine.  Not only is the cellar useful in preserving wine, it is also a striking addition to the decor of the home, and welcoming to visitors.  As an added bonus, the entire basement has been made into an entertainment space for the family’s two children to share with their friends.  DOWNLOAD PDF >

Contemporary kitchen, with close-up of stove and oven vent, gray stone, backsplash

BIRMINGHAM HOME & GARDEN MAGAZINE
JULY/AUGUST 2010

The original state of this kitchen did not reflect the ideals of the homeowners uniquely retro-modern furnishings and accessories in the rest of the house. The homeowners wanted to update the kitchen by opening the space to the family keeping room, removing the overhead soffits, and expanding the window sizes; all while keeping the space cozy and relaxed with a flair for the dramatic. DOWNLOAD PDF>

Kitchen with seating area and towels hanging from a wall with wood

PORTICO MAGAZINE
FEBRUARY/MARCH 2010

Built in the 1940s, this cottage had an incredible amount of character and personality but was not conducive to the way we live today.  The rooms were small and did not flow well into one another.  The renovation of this house required opening up several rooms and adding square footage to the back of the home, all the while, keeping the curb appeal of a small cottage. DOWNLOAD PDF>

Living room with Christmas decorations there and small Christmas trees

CHRISTMAS COTTAGE
2010

Often, the simpler the better, and for holiday entertaining understated whispers of the season can make a lasting impression. Subtle simplicity is the holiday decor for this bungalow, where the owners enjoy entertaining, so they keep their rooms simple and clutter-free to host many guests throughout the holiday season. Cover image and story provided by Hoffman Media. DOWNLOAD PDF>