If you’re craving an unhurried, peaceful start to the new year, it’s best to begin with a cozy new book. But what makes a book cozy? It’s the kind of story that draws you in with relatable, memorable characters, and lived-in, inviting settings: small towns, close-knit families, or quiet corners of the world. The pace […]

Chadwick Farm is the kind of property that stops you in your tracks—a rare, turn-key sporting estate where thoughtful land stewardship meets exceptional design. Spanning 1,827± acres in the southernmost foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, the property offers rolling topography, sweeping elevation changes, and a diversity of habitat that makes it one of the most […]

Born and raised in Mobile, I had a unique childhood. How many kids grew up watching ships in the bay and military planes at Brookley Field, all while playing on the beach in front of their house? As idyllic as that was, the most exciting time of year was when we travelled to my dad’s […]

There is something special about the way Decatur celebrates Christmas. When the holiday season arrives, the historic neighborhoods of Old Decatur and Albany glow with warmth. Homes are decorated with care, neighbors welcome visitors with genuine hospitality, and the entire community comes alive with a spirit that feels nostalgic and joyful. Each year, the Decatur Christmas […]

As we talk, Tammy West of Glow Floral Event Design is doing what she does best: decorating a Christmas tree. This is the second attempt of the day (the first tree the client ordered was eighteen inches taller than the ceiling), and the power is out. Yet West seems totally at ease as she simultaneously corrals […]

When you arrive at Jubilee Suites on the Eastern shore of Mobile Bay, you feel it immediately: a sense of being welcomed. Dana and Jim Maloney have filled the inn with warmth and hospitality, from the vine-covered courtyard to the made-to-order breakfast, every detail shows they deeply care about their guests.  The name Jubilee itself […]

One of my earliest connections to Southern food was in my great-grandmother’s kitchen, on a chicken farm in rural Alabama. We’d make the drive up from Birmingham and arrive in time for breakfast. My great-grandmother, who we lovingly called Ma Cash, was usually still elbow deep in White Lily flour. We’d open the screen door […]

I am excited to introduce to you all our newly named Editor, Holly Swafford. Over the last two years Holly has worked with the SoulGrown team as a contributor. Her “contributions” quickly grew into much more than the words she penned to paper (or typed to keyboard). While her stories have earned their place on […]

What truly defines the Cameron home is a daughter’s wish to honor her mother’s legacy through her art. From the very beginning, the house was envisioned as a place to live alongside her mother’s work that she had left behind, a collection of deeply personal pieces that now shape the essence of the space. Due […]

Alabama’s third annual Soul of the South Awards, hosted by SoulGrown celebrates a new wave of talent making our sate proud in 11 categories.

At Pillar & Peacock, Southern culture is not just a backdrop. It is the heartbeat of how we approach design. The warmth, charm, and storytelling traditions of the South inspire us to create homes that feel lived-in and layered. A home should be authentic and welcoming, blending history, personality, and comfort in every detail. This […]

In recent years, the South has seen incredible individuals across industries take their rightful place among the region’s top talent. Adrianne Bugg and Brandeis Short of Pillar & Peacock bring an eye for beauty and excellence to interior design projects that are impeccably imagined and flawlessly executed. We had the exciting opportunity to speak with […]

Davis Architects has been an instrumental part of 113 years of Alabama architecture, and their next chapter is another to be celebrated. The talented Courtney Pittman, AIA, has just been named president of the historic firm. For Pittman, this honor is deeply personal. She pulls from an early memory to illustrate the impact: “At my […]

The first time N.L. Hart drove through the gate at Crooked Oaks, past stands of Japanese maples, a tranquil pond and a wide-open, big-sky horse pasture, her mind raced with ideas for the property’s future. “I’d seen pictures, but getting into the building and looking around, I thought, ‘OK, this can be done. We can do […]

The Wilcox Historical Society’s annual Tour of Homes will feature appearances by Luke and Julie Montagu, the 12th Earl and Countess of Sandwich. This 2025 Tour of Homes, set for March 21-22 in Camden, includes visits to seven beautiful, historic homes, a church and the law office of Benjamin Meek Miller, who served as an Alabama Supreme […]

It is more than common to walk around historic sites and monuments and marvel at their importance and impact. What is less common is driving through small-town Alabama and recognizing the history to be found at home. But history and home are two things that Lucy and Susan of the Locker family know best. It […]

There is one common theme that is found among Alabama’s most beautiful homes and gardens: impeccable landscape design. Whether driving through the state’s most prestigious neighborhoods or stumbling upon seemingly undiscovered landscapes, it is the careful curation of outdoor spaces that often catches the eye. These spaces did not become the marvels they are by […]

The holiday season is here, and with it comes new opportunities to make memories with family and loved ones. The good news is that you don’t have to travel to ignite the holiday magic – meaningful moments can be found in the warmth and comfort of your own home. Here are some unique ideas of […]

Imagine waking up every morning to the sound of waves crashing against the shore. On Alabama’s prized stretch of Gulf coast, that daydream could become your reality at 375 Beach Club Trail in Gulf Shores. Nestled on the 19th floor of a beachfront condominium within The Beach Club Resort & Spa, this newly renovated penthouse […]

Unique homes are harder to come by these days, as newer houses are being produced at an exponential rate to fulfill the needs of new homebuyers—many with similar, conventional layouts and floor plans. But in Central Alabama, there are some architectural gems to be found, such as 1042 Shades Crest Road.  In the heart of […]

As the Alabama housing market stands poised and ready to rebound in 2024, Alabama REALTORSⓇ are optimistic that they will soon be able to offer an increased inventory. Homebuyers in the south are looking for more than just four walls and a roof — they desire comfort and charm, a sense of community and belonging, […]