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On a large and secluded plot in Homewood, Alabama is a hidden gem. This large family home was built in 1998, and has recently been extended and redesigned. The new house design references the historic neighborhood and includes a wealth of 19th-century French antiques and traditional detailing alongside luxury contemporary and striking midcentury touches, all of which makes for timeless interiors with enduring appeal.

Husband and wife team Leigh and Kevin Misso at River Brooks managed the build and design, coming up with a stunning new kitchen extension and redesigning and reworking the interiors throughout.