New Orleans Homes & Lifestyles - Summer 2018

Fragrant and gentle cleansing products that make household chores less of a chore

  Recently, I’m ashamed to admit, I learned the song “Southern Nights” was written by the late, great, New Orleanian Allan, Toussaint. For years, it never occured to me that anyone other than Glen Campbell wrote it, given his version…

From plants to pools and paint to prettying things up, the pros are offering up advice for your outdoor oasis

Summer Reads While you’re laying out by the pool with your summer cocktail, be sure to grab some new reading material and find your next home inspiration. New Orleans-based decorator, writer and designer Sara Ruffin Costello’s new book “Gatekeeper: World…

Chef Kevin Belton’s advice for a grill to suit any occassion this summer

  1. This hand-painted tin pagoda epitomizes chinoiserie chic. Insert a candle and use it as a lantern or fill it with succulents for a terrific terrarium. Sotre, 3933 Magazine St., 504-304-9475, sotrenola.com.         2.  Amanda Talley is taking…

Quick and easy pieces to create a stylish outdoor entertaining space

Corralling the kid’s stuff with creative solutions, style and whimsy

If you are considering a pool, do your homework and plan for maintenance

  The Mighty Mississippi has been a powerful presence in artist Sean Friloux’s life. Growing up in Destrehan, he was introduced to its strength, beauty and industry by his grandfather. Today, the river is also a powerful presence in Friloux’s…

Chef Nina Compton channels memories of her charmed island childhood with this fresh and fruity summer recipe

Hostess gifts to get you invited back again and again

Horticulturist Margie Yates Jenkins named to Louisiana Department of Agricluture’s 2018 Hall of Distinction

Give antiques new life with bold, modern fabrics

A casual party overlooking the city will wow your guests

Woodworker Paul Troyano gives felled and old trees and wood a second act

Lounging poolside in New Orleans never looked so good

Add luxurious global-market karma to outdoor lounging in your own backyard