Author: Christina Dandar
Friday Favorites: Serena & Lily Sale
As you can see in many of the home tours on The Potted Boxwood, designers and homeowners alike incorporate many products from Serena & Lily into the mix. Most of the products they use add a touch of natural rattan and wicker to involve texture into their spaces. Since Serena & Lily is having one of their best sales of the year, I thought I would share a roundup of my favorite products. I even included photos of the S&L products that I have seen in many of my home tours!
Beyond the Curb with Anna Fiascone and Sarah Vaile
Last week, I visited the charming Chicago suburb of Hinsdale, Illinois. Real estate agent Anna Fiascone invited me to this sweet town to show me a glimpse of her chic Midwest. The downtown had hip restaurants, a delicious bakery, and lovely boutiques all a train ride away from the city. We are fortunate enough that she toured us through two remarkable homes in Hinsdale. The one today is not to be missed.
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Please Stop Tearing Down Historic Homes
1938 Fooshee & Cheek home torn down January 12, 2022.
There is a major trend happening in cities all across America, and it is very active here in the Park Cities of Dallas. I have been voicing my outrage on social media for quite some time, but now it is spiraling out of control. Historic homes are meeting the fate of wrecking balls at rapid rates. Beautifully crafted homes prior to 1930 are being wiped out for souless modern white boxes with industrial windows. There, I said it.
Chic Peek with Tiffany Denson
Before heading to Birmingham for the launch of Proprietors Guild this February, I stopped at my business partner’s home in Opelika, Alabama (right next to Auburn). Tiffany and her family are the sixth generation to live in this home. Upon entering the door, I immediately knew I needed to share this charming and thoughtful home with all of you.
Friday Favorites
It has been awhile since I have shared some of my favorite things. Highlighting new home decor and new websites I am frequenting, I am clearly ready for a spring refresh! There are some wonderful gift finds, as well as chic outfits to transition the seasons. I have included my top highlights below.
Beyond the Curb with LillieKat Rugs
I am thrilled to bring you a new Beyond the Curb home tour today. Recently, I visited Birmingham, Alabama and fell in love with the unique architecture, sophisticated interiors, and warm people. One of those fabulous residents is Kristie Stewart of LillieKat Rugs. She sells highly coveted oushak rugs from Turkey and Afghanistan, and graciously allowed us to tour her chicly layered home.
Beautiful white oak surprises throughout the exterior and interior. Kristie incorporates traditional elements with modern pattern and an abundance of texture. This tour is a true testament to the art of layering antique and modern. The real stars are the stunning rugs that Kristie sells, and her breadth of knowledge on the quality and make-up of the different origins of oushak rugs.
I hope you enjoy this tour, Kristie’s charming personality, and stay tuned to see more of Birmingham architecture here this week!
Click here to see LillieKat Rugs
The tour:
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Doors: Sherwin Williams Black Magic
Office: Sherwin Williams Black Fox
Walls Sherwin Williams Snowbound
