Home + Design

A Well-Loved Home

Plush furniture, jewel toned colors, and sparkling gold accents breathe life and livability into this Twickenham home Photography by Joe Davis Publisher Amy Lemley Bailey of the eponymous magazine group, Amy Bailey Media, showcases style in every aspect of her life from the magazines she publishes to her home. Bailey loves rooms to be inviting, to feel livable and alive, and to have personality. She wants her home to exude a life well lived in a perfectly imperfect way. “Your home should not...

Finance + Legal Services

We The PeopleTec

A first-hand look inside Employee Owned PeopleTec Article by Amy Bailey | Photography by Tamika Watford "I truly love my job. I love our team. We work hard, celebrate each other’s wins, and learn from each other’s stumbles," says Executive Vice President Anna Catherine Osteen of her career at PeopleTec. With a culture of excellence and processes founded on improvement, employee-owned PeopleTec strives to be better every day. From the beginning, PeopleTec's founders, Terry Jennings and Doug...

Health + Wellness

Invest In Health

Invest in your overall health for a full life Article by Casey Creque An investment in our health is arguably the most important one we can make, but this investment isn't all monetary. It can be easy to get caught up in the latest trends or advice, so we sat down with Dr. Henry Lemley of HankMD to set the record straight. Here he shares a practical, prevention-focused approach to longevity as we discuss smart nutrition, effective exercise, preventative screenings, today’s most important...

Home + Design

Where Character Meets Comfort

The Providence home inspired by travel and history and brought to life by Built By Bryan Article by Casey Creque | Photography by Joe Davis and James Stockstill When Emily and her daughter, Caroline, envisioned their Huntsville home, they weren't chasing trends or a single design moment. They were drawing inspiration from years of international travel, meaningful family heirlooms, and a clear sense of functionality for their lifestyle. The Village of Providence was the perfect community with...

Home + Design

The Eye of an Architect

Architect Jim Norton shares what features his eye is drawn to in a home Article by Jim Norton Before a single piece of furniture is placed or a paint color is chosen, the success of a home is determined by a few foundational ideas. A truly well-designed house isn’t just about how it looks—it’s about how it feels to move through, to live in, and to experience every day. From thoughtful floor plans and intentional use of color to balanced architecture and cohesive furnishings, an architect...

Arts + Culture

Songs That Bring You Home

There's nothing quite like a song to take you home in your heart Article by Amy Bailey There's nothing quite like music to take us back home or to a memory that lives in our mind. Maybe its an old country song that makes you think of childhood or a new melody that speaks to your soul. Here are publisher Amy Bailey's favorite songs that feel like home.   This Must Be The Place Talking Heads  This playful, catchy song is the perfect pick me up to make you grateful for home. On My Knees...

Food + Beverage

A Chef's New Home

Huntsville restaurateurs bring Chef Randall Baldwin to the Rocket City to open two new culinary masterpieces Article by Amy Bailey | Photography by Joe Davis It is no secret that if you have lived in Huntsville more than 10 years, you know we have come a long way when it comes to our restaurant scene. It is also no secret that the most noted culinary gem of our state and popular foodie destination not just in this state, but in this country, is due South. Birmingham has long been home to chefs...

Style + Beauty

Like Fine Wine

Some of Huntsville's finest showcase style and sophistication across the city Article by Amy Bailey | Photography by Tamika Watford   Poppy and Parliament Linda: Gold and black brocade coat dress @ shopsilhouette ; Valentina Pearl Drop Earrings $66.00  @serendipityhouseofstyle ; French Kande Angélique Triple Strand Pearls Silver Necklace Gold $392.00  @serendipityhouseofstyle Pat: Peter Cohen Paris Plisse Parachute Pant $792 @shopcarriagehouse ; Peter Cohen Paris Plisse Wed Top...

Food + Beverage

Dubai Chocolate Strawberry Dip

Article by Annie Campbell | Photography by Robby Lozano This Dubai chocolate strawberry dip mimics a Dubai chocolate bar. Velvety chocolate pudding, intensified with the addition of melted chocolate chips, is topped with a crunchy, toasted kataifi and pistachio layer, and served with whole strawberries for dipping. This is the perfect Valentine's Day treat whether you're staying in for date night, girl's night at the house, or even if you just want to sit on the couch and indulge all on your...

Shopping

Valentine's Day Gift Guide

Local gifts for the ones you love Article and Photography by With Love by Noella $75+ From soft pastels to timeless whites, each bouquet is thoughtfully designed to capture life’s most beautiful moments. With the option to add a treat or gift alongside flowers and a personal love note of your own, this is a complete, thoughtful way to send love to your Valentine anywhere in the country.  David Yurman Blue Topaz from Loring&Co @Loringandco This 18k gold Blue Topaz and Diamond ring is an...