Entries by Kristina

Fall Parade of Homes; Ernie White Wins; Lake James

Ernie White Construction once again took home the prize for a home on the north side of Lakeland in a 55+ community, Lake James. Located off Banana Rd., this home was nestled between friendly neighbors, a huge lake and walking trails. Most communities of the such are significantly scaled down; not this one. Ernie makes […]

Everetts-Fall Parade of Homes; Ernie Wins

Ernie White spared nothing on this craftsman home in Highlands in the Woods, Lakeland. Thanks to Ann and Jim Everett, I was able to connect with their style and run with it. From glammy baths to gallery art, this home was a mix of high end meets rustic. A relaxed modern approach, almost any family […]

Relaxed Country- King Job

Autumn & Justin were a young couple, expecting their first child. Building their dream with Hickman Homes, provided me the chance to get to know them. Decorating on paper is only half the battle so I was completely excited and honored to be asked to fully furnish and stage their main living space and bedrooms. […]

Cotterill Remodel

What started as a small bathroom remodel, soon turned into the entire home. Donna and Gary Cotterill built their Ernie White home back in the late 80’s to raise their 3 kids. After the remodel, it looked just as good or better than a new one, thanks to David Cochran Construction. Their daughter, Hannah Cotterill, […]

Dentmon Job- Nevada Rd.; Coastal Craftman

Billy, Tiffany and their super sweet girls was like decorating for my sister (who I’ve never had) and her fam. Building a new home is quite a process. When I first met Tiffany to discuss the vision and talk about the exterior features, I knew that we were in sync indeed. I quickly understood her […]

Spring Parade- Harper win; Hickman win

In the spring parade, the Harper Homes entry in Highlands in the Woods won best overall in its class. This was a traditional Tuscan style with faux textures and gilded fixtures. With an open floor plan and a 9’ island, this home had all the traditional classics of royalty yet casual enough for the average […]

Spring Parade of Homes; Ernie White

This year for Ernie White’s spring parade entry, I decided to do something a little different. I actually rented out all of my main living furniture to Ernie White. My family was really sitting on lawn chairs for a while! My furniture felt so cozy and welcome in this Highland in the Woods home of […]