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Wednesday, June 18, 2014

BOBBY MCALPINE AND SUSAN FERRIER ~ ART OF THE HOUSE, REFLECTIONS ON DESIGN

ART OF THE HOUSE

Reflections on Design

By Bobby McAlpine and Susan Ferrier

Photography by Susan Sully and Adrian Ferrier

Rizzoli New York, $55.00

Reviewed by Teresa Hatfield

Author, Splendid Sass

If you are familiar with the work of architect and interior designer Bobby McAlpine and interior designer Susan Ferrier, you know that they have created an empire matched by none. The structures and interiors created by this team are exceptional.

When I peeled away the protective covering of the book and saw its gilded page edges, I knew that I was in for a visual treat, so I was not surprised to find it filled with the spectacular images we expect from these two brilliant designers.

Art of the Home is a follow-up to the best seller, The Home Within Us. In their latest book, McAlpine and Ferrier share their extraordinary talent for creating the utmost in pleasurable interiors. The five homes showcased on the beautiful Lake Martin in Alabama are filled with a wealth of atmosphere, texture, patina, and hues. The vignettes created here are absolutely stunning.

Bobby and Susan dedicated this book to their partners, Ray Booth, Greg Tankersley, Chris Tippett, and John Sease. It is the firm's cohesion that has brought it to this level of success. You will not find a group of more respected and talented architects.

My hometown is Montgomery, Alabama, so I am very familiar with the impact Bobby McAlpine's work has on a town's aesthetics. What he created here is nothing shy of magnificent. Included in his work is the Blount Cultural Park, which is home to The Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts, the Alabama Shakespeare Festival, and its beautiful park and gardens. The firm's main emphasis is on creating homes and offices in exclusive locations, beautiful estates, lakefront and beachfront homes, and homes in exclusive neighborhoods throughout, with offices in Montgomery, Nashville, Atlanta, and New York.

Below are just a few of the images I have chosen from the book, and when I say it was difficult to choose, I am not exaggerating. No doubt you will find this book as beautiful as I do and deserving of that perfect place on the coffee table. ENJOY!

Renowned architect Bobby McAlpine is the principal of McAlpine Tankersley Architecture. Noted interior designer Susan Ferrier is a partner of McAlpine Booth & Ferrier Interiors. They are included in the AD100 and Elle Decor's A-list. McAlpine Home has handcrafted furniture lines with Lee Industries and MacRae Designs, and Susan Ferrier designs fabrics for Coleman Taylor Textiles. Susan Sully is an expert on Southern style. She has authored numerous books, includingHouses with Charm, and is a contributing editor to Southern Living. Adrian Ferrier is a fine arts photographer.

A special thank you to Rizzoli for the book and the images.

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Sunday, June 15, 2014

HAPPY FATHER'S DAY

Happy Father's Day to all of the men that we call Daddy. Thank you for loving us and helping mold us into who we are today!

Miss my Daddy! If your father or father figure is still with you, let him know how much you love him.

Saturday, June 14, 2014

CABIDOR ~ GREAT STORAGE SOLUTIONS

I don't know about you, but when it comes to storage and de-cluttering in a kitchen, bedroom, or garage, space is always at a premium it seems. I am one that believes that storage solutions are a number one priority!

I have found a great solution to many of those problems, and it has solved a major problem in the kitchen. It is Cabidor, and it is a creative, award-winning storage solution that transforms the space behind any door into a portable closet. It is a multi-purpose storage and shelving system that cleverly and easily attaches to the hinges of any door to maximize living space and organize clutter. Cabidor’s unique design features an adjustable shelving and retention rod system that allows homeowners to customize storage space to match their unique needs.

Cabidor has the storage space of more than five medicine cabinets and is ideal for storing bathroom supplies, pantry items, craft supplies, laundry and utility room materials, office supplies, beauty products, pet supplies and more.

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Cabidor's patented connection system is completely portable, installs in minutes and is easily detachable. This makes it ideal for homeowners and renters and can be used in both commercial and residential settings. It is also great for college dorm rooms. There is also a mirror with some of the units.

(can order with mirror)

I am enjoying my unit so much. I emptied two large cabinets, leaving room for more dishes, and had room left over! I am seriously thinking about two more for the bedrooms. I love that they are portable, and the ability to adjust shelves is perfect.

and the mini Cabidor is perfect for dorms or smaller areas...

There are five different cabinets and sizes, so head on over to Cabidor and see for yourselves! And to see even more, visit their Facebook page.

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Thursday, June 12, 2014

MATCHBOOK MAGAZINE ~ JUNE ISSUE

So excited that he June issue of Matchbook Magazine is out! Below is just a taste of what you will see. ENJOY!

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Wednesday, June 11, 2014

BOOK REVIEW AND FAVORITE FIND

HOW TO FIX ABSOLUTELY ANYTHING

A Homeowner's Guide

By Instructables.com

Edited by Nicole Smith

Skyhorse Publishing, $16.95

Reviewed by Teresa Hatfield

Author, Splendid Sass

If you love to buy in bulk or create a can dispenser that will store eighty-one different flavors of Campbell’s soup, you need this book. Got extra-large feet? These homemade Velcro sandals should help. If you are tripping over books, turn your bedroom door into a bookshelf! You will find every imaginable craft or home improvement project is covered in this book, created by DIY-ers for DIY-ers!

Whether you’re looking for quirky, cheap household projects or just want to pull out a drawstring that’s stuck inside the waistband of your pajamas, we’ve got tried-and-true answers submitted by real DIY-ers.

There are chapters on yard, office, kitchen, garage, bedroom, bathroom, living room, laundry room, dining room and kid's room, this book holds the answers!

Below are some images for projects you will find in the book. ENJOY!