How Creating Something Beautiful Can Restore the Soul

By Keri Foy

Deanne Moore transformed this old home into a beautiful space for others to enjoy. 

When Deanne Moore's husband passed away from cancer in 2009, she cried at the mention of his name. "I was having a hard time," Deanne says. In the midst of her grief, though, Deanne found a house built in the 1800s and began a journey of restoration.

“A home has to reflect your heart; otherwise you're living in somebody else's house.”

By Keri Foy

Does Home Goods call your name? Do you find yourself lost in the decor aisles at Target? Me, too.

The newness and the prices are so tempting. Plus the styles are on trend for interior design so they’re hard to resist — until you chat with Ania Krejci. Her convictions on interior design made me think twice about how I decorate my home.

Does a Home Renovation Mean Total Chaos?

How to live beautifully among dust and debris.

By Keri Foy

If to you a home renovation conjures up images of wreckage and constant stress, you’re not alone. Through the growing pains of your house morphing into something you love, Paige Rhodes proves you can keep your sanity and enjoy the space. This food blogger, who is currently in the churn of a home renovation, shares her tips for surviving with grace.

Sneak Peek at the Bellarmine Show House

Today’s Woman got a sneak peek at this beautiful decorated home in the Highlands — we just had the chance to see two of the finished rooms, but you can see them all starting tomorrow!

Inside the Art Deco Home

By Anna Oldham and Melissa Donald

The couple's living room embodies all of the art deco elements. Photos by Melissa Donald 

We focused on the outside of Tish and Stephen Geftos house last month — read it here.
But while we were there, our photographer paused to take a few inside shots of their art deco home remodel. “Together, we have a pretty good knack for ignoring bad decor and seeing the potential of a house,” Stephen says.

Re-doing a Scrappy Backyard

This couple had a vision and worked to make it happen.
By Anna Patterson

Photos by Melissa Donald 

Two words: Art Deco.

This style of the 1920s and ‘30s is characterized by bold geometric shapes and strong colors. (Think of the design patterns in the movie The Great Gatsby.)

This was the vision Tish Geftos and her husband, Stephen, had when they moved into their Highlands home four years ago. From day one, they have poured their heart and soul into making it their own. “Together, we have a pretty good knack for ignoring bad decor and seeing the potential of a house,” Stephen says.

One of their biggest remodeling triumphs

A House Restored: They Saw the Vision of this 1846 House

By Anna Patterson

Photos Melissa Donald 

As the wrought-iron gate swings shut, the door to a beige historic home opens before me. I am greeted by an ecstatic golden Labrador, Major.

I step through the doorway, and splashes of color overwhelm my senses — from the purple neon kitchen banner to the blue-green pelican hanging over the fireplace. The home is filled with sunshine, and I can’t help but smile as I take it all in.

Making a Beautiful Home

By Torie Temple

Photos by Torie Temple

In a neighborhood filled with traditional homes sits a 3,000-square-foot contemporary gem polished by owner and architect Ana Nouri. A few years after relocating from Argentina to Louisville, Ana married and moved into the home her husband had built in the ‘80s.

Making a Beautiful Home

By Torie Temple

Photos by Melissa Donald 

Nestled among the busy streets of the Highlands neighborhood stands a turn-of-the-century shotgun house with redefined spaces and eclectic inner workings that comfortably blends in with its surroundings. Living under its 12-foot ceilings is Holly Gregor, former writer on interior design turned full-time designer. “When I moved, I knew I wanted a completely different living experience than my last house,” Holly says. “So when my oldest graduated from high school, I wanted to downsize and find that new living experience. The Highlands was the perfect solution. It’s a different kind of living here, and I can walk to anywhere I want to go.”

A Hostess Cave

By Anna Patterson

The Bauers' basement is a comfortable space where they can entertain guests or relax with the family.
Photos by Anna Patterson

The front door opens. Suddenly I am enveloped in warmth and a sweet aroma from inside – a stark contrast to the bitter outdoor cold. I shake the snow off my boots, careful not to sprinkle the freshly swept floor. The house is large with a spacious open floor plan, yet it has a cozy, inviting atmosphere.

I take a seat at the kitchen island. Almost immediately, a piping hot mug of peppermint coffee is placed in my hand. I feel like a friend who’s just over for a morning chat.

And off we go — the next step was to head downstairs.

Using Her Vision to Build Houses

By Anna Patterson

Building homes is more than a job for Penny Love -- it has become her passion. Penny 's skill as a builder can be seen in this home owned by Sol and George Clahane. Photos by Melissa Donald

My tires crunch through the ice as I pull into the Harrods Glen neighborhood. I wind carefully through the subdivision, squinting to glimpse the house numbers on the passing mailboxes. When I finally reach my destination, my rusty Ford feels very out of place. But then, so does the house.

Before me stands a...

A Brilliant Idea to Remove Kitchen Clutter

By Anna Patterson

Sandy views her home as a work of art constantly evolving. 

Sandy Kimura, mural artist and owner of Kimura Designs, sees her home as an extension of her studio. Every wall and every piece of furniture and decor is a unique creation. It’s as if each room is a living canvas awaiting its next transformation. “I have the same motto as Lowe’s,” Sandy says. “Never stop improving.”

A Beautiful Baby's Room

By Anna Patterson

When decorating her baby's nursery, Amanda chose items reflective of her style. She found the Hello Sunshine print at Rifle Paper Co. The tray is from Target, and the baby moccasins are available at Dress & Dwell.     

Amanda Mulvene, owner of the New Albany clothing and furniture boutique Dress and Dwell, recently welcomed her son Finn Harrison into the world. She and her husband are overjoyed about the newest addition to their family, and they love spending time in the nursery they designed for him.

Gift Yourself: You could win these luxury items for your home from Reflections of You, by Amy!

Are your relatives coming in town for the holidays? Hosting that annual Christmas party with friends? Enjoy this splendid home decor giveaway and add some flare to your home before those guests arrive! Reflections of You, by Amy is giving one lucky winner this beautiful lamp and cowhide rug plus a free design consultation (a total value of $795) to spruce up any room in your home.

How Art Works in Her Home

By Anna Patterson

Ingrid Hernandez's home is filled with artwork. She takes advantage of all her wall space.

When I first stepped into Ingrid Hernandez’s home, I thought I had mistakenly walked into an art gallery. Paintings, pastels, and prints covered nearly every inch of the home’s purple and gold walls. Each piece stood out individually yet they all flowed together to create a vibrant ambiance. As I stood in the entrance and took it all in, I could hardly wait to see the rest of her home.