Our issues are full of so much great content that we’ve decided to start posting our greatest hits to the website, too! Here’s a favorite from our Summer 2010 issue.

Text by Liza Graves | Photography by Bridgett Ezzard

Jake and Luke Herring like to refer to their hand crafted furniture as Modern Rustic. This also happens to perfectly describe where they have set up shop in the beautiful rolling hills of Williamson Co, TN, just south of Nashville.

The Herring brothers, both in their 20’s and originally from Oklahoma, had a dream: to open an eco-friendly green construction company and call it Natural Design. They did just that but the downturn in the economy had them searching for ways, outside of construction, to add more green projects to the books. Fate intervened with a chance drive-by of an old barn slated for burning. Immediately inspired by all the repurposing possibilities this old weathered wood could accomplish, they bought the barn, saving it from death and giving life to a new side of the Natural Design company: TN Barn Project furniture.

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Our issues are full of so much great content that we’ve decided to start posting our greatest hits to the website, too! Here’s a favorite from our Summer 2010 issue.

Photos and text by Natalie Broulette

There’s something magical about Savannah, Georgia. Whether it’s the rich history and moody Spanish moss hanging from the trees or the slower pace and eagerness to entertain, if there’s one thing this city’s got, it’s character. Elegant and mysterious, yet warm and welcoming, the “Hostess City” has plenty of shops, sights and especially, eats to offer.

Day 1 – Downtown Delights
8 a.m. – Start your day off in downtown Savannah with breakfast at J. Christopher’s. Casual and quaint, they’ll even leave a pot of coffee on your table. If you’re looking to hit the ground running, grab a pastry or breakfast sandwich at family-owned Harris Baking Company. And be sure to pick up a decadent pecan chocolate chewie for decadent mid-day snacking.

10 a.m. – When it comes to shopping, Broughton Street has a great mix of popular chains and charming local shops. You’ll find Urban Outfitters, Marc by Marc Jacobs, and Banana Republic, but stores like The Paris Market & Brocante, Bleu Belle Boutique, James Gunn, Copper Penny, DC2 Design and 24e are the true draw. You’ll find clothing, shoes, accessories, antiques, home décor and more. Be sure to stop by the Savannah Bee Company. This honey producer sells food and beauty products throughout the country, but their flagship (and only) store is a feast for the senses. Step up to the honey bar to sample their artisan flavors and pick up sweet souvenirs for friends and family.

1 p.m. – You may have heard that a certain butter-loving southern chef calls Savannah home. Yes, just about every tourist in town wants to have lunch at Paula Deen’s restaurant The Lady and Sons. If you’re interested, plan ahead and start off your morning in their reservations line. If you’re looking for a place that’s a little more low key, head to Soho South Café. It’s an eclectic and inviting spot – part restaurant, part gallery – and they serve up a mean meatloaf sandwich.
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