In grad school i had to read all about the different theories and conflicts of the New South..not to minimize history or struggles BUT when i look at this beautiful 19th century farmhouse in Georgia (November issue of Southern Living), restored and shining i think NEW SOUTH INDEED..no stuffy antiques and antebellum wannabe decorating but fresh decor and color palette, modern touches with traditional antiques (like the gorgeous empire sideboard and table featured in the full article)…it all just sings!
of course originally this house did not have an indoor kitchen, not until the 1940s was one added that was actually attached to the house (you know fire hazard etc..yall have all heard these bits of social history i am sure) but WOW there is certainly a kitchen now..who cares that the floors dont match the beautiful heart of pine in the entry and beyond.
…this should make everyone feel better that has different tone or type wood floors in one house..who cares?!
see more of this amazing restoration here…and if you are lucky, maybe you will still find a copy on stands or at your mother-in-law’s house on Thanksgiving…”borrow” it, she wont mind!
Oh how i love this house..the walls, the floors, the entry light, the Audubon prints, the sideboard, the kitchen, the BEAUTIFUL monograms on linen and burlap, the mix of modern with antiques…YES it is a historic home but there is so much inspiration for a new house. swoon…
Good job Southern Living, NEW SOUTHern Living..yall are doing a great job lately!
