http://www.southernaccents.com/architecture/ Architecture - Southern Accents http://img4.southernaccents.com/static/sitemap/i/logo.gif http://www.southernaccents.com/ The Showhouse at Riverhills brings a taste of the English countryside to Texas.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/SouthernAccents/architecture/~4/8ucq67TLJqk" height="1" width="1"/> http://feeds.southernaccents.com/~r/SouthernAccents/architecture/~3/8ucq67TLJqk/ http://img4.southernaccents.com/i/2009/10/2009_showhouse/Conservatory_8881_s.jpg?150:150 http://img4.southernaccents.com/i/2009/10/2009_showhouse/Conservatory_8881_t.jpg?75:75 Conservatory Photographed by Emily Minton Redfieldhttp://www.southernaccents.com/architecture/showhouses/2009-showhouse-riverhills-texas-00400000057150/ Explore the finer features with a look at design details throughout the house.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/SouthernAccents/architecture/~4/LRkqzZGwXpM" height="1" width="1"/> http://feeds.southernaccents.com/~r/SouthernAccents/architecture/~3/LRkqzZGwXpM/ http://img4.southernaccents.com/i/2009/10/2009_showhouse/Guest-Suite_8578_s.jpg?150:150 http://img4.southernaccents.com/i/2009/10/2009_showhouse/Guest-Suite_8578_t.jpg?75:75 Adorned Alcove Photographed by Emily Minton Redfieldhttp://www.southernaccents.com/architecture/showhouses/texas-showhouse-design-details-00400000057195/ This designer gives each house an identity, always with a touch of elegance<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/SouthernAccents/architecture/~4/_2LNwrYAKyg" height="1" width="1"/> http://feeds.southernaccents.com/~r/SouthernAccents/architecture/~3/_2LNwrYAKyg/ http://img4.southernaccents.com/i/2009/07/minton-2-living-room-s.jpg?150:150 http://img4.southernaccents.com/i/2009/07/minton-2-living-room-t.jpg?75:75 Heart of the Home Pieter Estersohnhttp://www.southernaccents.com/decorating/style-design/a-chat-with-joe-minton-00400000050649/ The massing of elements and dedication to architectural detail give this Texas Showhouse an English cottagestyle feel.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/SouthernAccents/architecture/~4/OZArP08esKk" height="1" width="1"/> http://feeds.southernaccents.com/~r/SouthernAccents/architecture/~3/OZArP08esKk/ http://img4.southernaccents.com/i/2009/10/2009_showhouse/Dining-Room_9167_s.jpg?150:150 http://img4.southernaccents.com/i/2009/10/2009_showhouse/Dining-Room_9167_t.jpg?75:75 Masterful Millwork Photographed by Emily Minton Redfieldhttp://www.southernaccents.com/architecture/showhouses/architectural-details-texas-showhouse-00400000057356/ Three intimate, sylvan chapels in the South fuse historical authenticity and spirituality with a dignity of place<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/SouthernAccents/architecture/~4/iX8Y_eJFQsI" height="1" width="1"/> http://feeds.southernaccents.com/~r/SouthernAccents/architecture/~3/iX8Y_eJFQsI/ http://img4.southernaccents.com/i/2005/SA_2005_11/chapels-2-s.jpg?150:150 http://img4.southernaccents.com/i/2005/SA_2005_11/chapels-2-t.jpg?75:75 Private Chapels Gordon Beallhttp://www.southernaccents.com/architecture/building-remodeling/private-chapels-00400000025385/ The owner of a 250-year-old Virginia home gives advice about protecting architecturally significant ruins<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/SouthernAccents/architecture/~4/Uid4cB74Coc" height="1" width="1"/> http://feeds.southernaccents.com/~r/SouthernAccents/architecture/~3/Uid4cB74Coc/ http://img4.southernaccents.com/i/2008/11/preserving-ruins-s.jpg?150:150 http://img4.southernaccents.com/i/2008/11/preserving-ruins-t.jpg?75:75 Preserving Ruins Richard Felberhttp://www.southernaccents.com/outdoor-living/garden-design/preserving-ruins-00400000026272/ Architect Bill Ingrams lakeside dwelling was made by hand, with refined details in mind<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/SouthernAccents/architecture/~4/LosCjz5wH9g" height="1" width="1"/> http://feeds.southernaccents.com/~r/SouthernAccents/architecture/~3/LosCjz5wH9g/ http://img4.southernaccents.com/i/2009/07/ingram-portrait-s.jpg?150:150 http://img4.southernaccents.com/i/2009/07/ingram-portrait-t.jpg?75:75 The Gracious Host Antoine Bootzhttp://www.southernaccents.com/architecture/building-remodeling/bill-ingram-lakeside-retreat-00400000051319/ Inspired by the scenic landscape, Ryan Gainey fashions a Tennessee garden that pays tribute to the history of the land and stretches the owners' imaginations<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/SouthernAccents/architecture/~4/eWVA3-dz0Sc" height="1" width="1"/> http://feeds.southernaccents.com/~r/SouthernAccents/architecture/~3/eWVA3-dz0Sc/ http://img4.southernaccents.com/i/2007/09/hill-top-farm-1-s.jpg?150:150 http://img4.southernaccents.com/i/2007/09/hill-top-farm-1-t.jpg?75:75 Hill Top Farm Robert Rauschhttp://www.southernaccents.com/outdoor-living/garden-design/hill-top-farm-images-00400000026385/ Take a look back at our favorite showhouses by taking virtual tours of these stunning homes<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/SouthernAccents/architecture/~4/WHqY710Rnjo" height="1" width="1"/> http://feeds.southernaccents.com/~r/SouthernAccents/architecture/~3/WHqY710Rnjo/ http://img4.southernaccents.com/i/2009/04/reynolds-plantation-s.jpg?150:150 http://img4.southernaccents.com/i/2009/04/reynolds-plantation-t.jpg?75:75 Reynolds Plantation http://www.southernaccents.com/architecture/showhouses/showhouse-virtual-tours-00400000044281/ Ben Bradlee and Sally Quinn worked with D.C. architect Stephen Muse to revive historic Porto Bello manor. These pre- and post-restoration images illustrate the dramatic transformation<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/SouthernAccents/architecture/~4/LKSt7TH1Oec" height="1" width="1"/> http://feeds.southernaccents.com/~r/SouthernAccents/architecture/~3/LKSt7TH1Oec/ http://img4.southernaccents.com/i/2005/05/porto-bello-8-s.jpg?150:150 http://img4.southernaccents.com/i/2005/05/porto-bello-8-t.jpg?75:75 Belle of the Ball Erik Kvalsvikhttp://www.southernaccents.com/architecture/preservation/porto-bello-restoration-images-00400000026449/ In his latest book, architect Russell Versaci explores the influences that inspired American architecture<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/SouthernAccents/architecture/~4/1ld1AtCNvE0" height="1" width="1"/> http://feeds.southernaccents.com/~r/SouthernAccents/architecture/~3/1ld1AtCNvE0/ http://img4.southernaccents.com/i/2008/09/russell-versaci-s.jpg?150:150 http://img4.southernaccents.com/i/2008/09/russell-versaci-t.jpg?75:75 Roots of Home Sarah Huntingtonhttp://www.southernaccents.com/architecture/architectural-essentials/roots-home-00400000036290/ With a penchant for classical proportions and symmetry, this style's ever-popular characteristics continue to inspire the estates of today<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/SouthernAccents/architecture/~4/qZmV1v8rR9E" height="1" width="1"/> http://feeds.southernaccents.com/~r/SouthernAccents/architecture/~3/qZmV1v8rR9E/ http://img4.southernaccents.com/i/2008/09/georgian-architecture-s.jpg?150:150 http://img4.southernaccents.com/i/2008/09/georgian-architecture-t.jpg?75:75 The Look of Georgian Jeff Herrhttp://www.southernaccents.com/architecture/architectural-essentials/look-georgian-00400000036299/ Today's most stylish kitchens blend stainless steel, spare cabinetry, and vanguard appliances with traditional touches<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/SouthernAccents/architecture/~4/lWS0HwWsiV4" height="1" width="1"/> http://feeds.southernaccents.com/~r/SouthernAccents/architecture/~3/lWS0HwWsiV4/ http://img4.southernaccents.com/i/2006/03/kitchens-a-2-s.jpg?150:150 http://img4.southernaccents.com/i/2006/03/kitchens-a-2-t.jpg?75:75 Old World Meets Cutting Edge Chris Little&#160;http://www.southernaccents.com/architecture/building-remodeling/old-world-meets-cutting-edge-00400000025368/ Planning a dream house requires an honest appraisal of your needs. Avoid the blueprint blues by selecting the right architect<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/SouthernAccents/architecture/~4/zO7qL29_ThE" height="1" width="1"/> http://feeds.southernaccents.com/~r/SouthernAccents/architecture/~3/zO7qL29_ThE/ http://img4.southernaccents.com/i/2009/04/architect-1-s.jpg?150:150 http://img4.southernaccents.com/i/2009/04/architect-1-t.jpg?75:75 2. Check the portfolio. Tria Giovan, Architect Larry Boerderhttp://www.southernaccents.com/architecture/building-remodeling/tips-for-choosing-architect-00400000043371/ Just in time for spring updates, three designers give their take on the best new kitchen and bath products<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/SouthernAccents/architecture/~4/EYurEw3D-ao" height="1" width="1"/> http://feeds.southernaccents.com/~r/SouthernAccents/architecture/~3/EYurEw3D-ao/ http://img4.southernaccents.com/i/2008/03/remodel-s.jpg?150:150 http://img4.southernaccents.com/i/2008/03/remodel-t.jpg?75:75 Remodeling Jeff Von Hoenehttp://www.southernaccents.com/architecture/building-remodeling/renew-remodel-00400000025341/