20 questions with the brains behind
Charleston Home + Design Magazine |
Timothy A. Barkley
Publisher
Nickname(s)? Daddy (that's what my daughters call me) Do you have any children (including pets!)? Reece, Cameron, Natedog Favorite Color? Green Biggest inspiration? My Granny, who went to college at age 48 after my grandfather died, graduated summa cum laude and taught 1st grade for 12 years (after running an Esso station with my grandfather for 20+ years...I get my entrepreneurial spirit from her). And God, for giving me so many ideas that help our clients get business, which in turn sustains our small company's existence. Tip for making your home inviting? Lose the clutter. Personal design style? Love mixing old with contemporary. Piece of furniture you can’t live without? My leather chair. Most overused expression? It is what it is. Street you wish you lived on? Ocean Boulevard, IOP. Music always on your iPod? Bootleg version from Wavefest 97 of Wilco and Son Volt. Everyone thought Uncle Tupelo would re-unite that night and Jeff Tweedy kept pretending to introduce someone on stage but alas, Jay Farrar never came on stage. Hobbies & Passions? My girls Cameron and Reece and my wife Jenny are my passions. And work. I love what I do. Local restaurant you love? Magnolia's In the movie of your life, what songs would be on your soundtrack? Live and Let Die, Our House, Isn't She Lovely. If you had to eat only one thing the rest of your life, what would it be? My Aunt Eunice's macaroni and cheese. What's the nicest thing anyone has ever said to you? After our very first home show, our clients were blown away at the crowds and showered more accolades on me than I've ever experienced. Things you are willing to splurge on?My home. It's an investment after all. First thing you'd do if you won the lottery? Figure out how to sustain the winnings so my kids and their kids would never have to worry about money. Movie you could watch a million times? Saving Private Ryan. Dream vehicle? An RV. I plan to show the rest of the country to my daughters so they don't grow up sheltered here in little ole' Charleston. What's the most comforting thing about and/or in your home? Knowing my family is there waiting for me. I cant wait to get home every night. |
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Julie Sprankles
Editor-in-Chief
Nickname(s)? Jules, Ju-Bug, JuJu. Sometimes Michael calls me boss lady, and my Grandma always calls me Smiley. Do you have any children (including pets!)? Three adorable rescue mutts...Idgy Fedgood (choc. lab/pit bull mix), Shep the SoulMan (German shepherd/malamute mix), and Moose the Wondermutt (Australian shepherd/lab mix) Favorite color? peacock feather blue Biggest inspiration? My mom...she is such a saint! She does so much for so many people, always with a sweet smile. I strive to be as good-hearted and compassionate as her. Historical figure you'd invite to dinner? I'd invite my childhood hero Amelia Earhart over to discuss her fateful venture over veggie lasagna. Cure for a stressful day? A kiss from my firefighter hubby, a good book, and a long soak in a hot bubble bath! Most Tivo-ed TV show? Scrubs, Top Chef, Dirty Jobs with Mike Rowe (my TV crush!), pretty much anything on Animal Planet Personal design style? Coastal cottage. I'm all about blues & greens, beadboard, distressed furniture, sisal rugs...you get the picture. Piece of furniture you can’t live without? My grandfather's vintage record player console table. Not only is it beautiful, but it contains some classic albums that are surefire conversation starters. Most overused expression? For real! Street you wish you lived on? Anywhere close to the Battery Music always on your iPod? Bob Marley, Jack Johnson, Zack Brown Band, Darius Rucker, Counting Crows, Citizen Cope, Ben Harper, Van Morrison Local restaurant you love? I'm addicted to the atmosphere (and grits!) at Fleet Landing Favorite things to do when you're not working? Go to the beach, play board games with family & friends, read, write, play sports, laugh 'til my sides hurt Three words you would use to describe yourself? Goofy, passionate, dedicated When you were a child, what did you dream of becoming? A photo journalist for National Geographic Magazine If you had to eat only one thing the rest of your life, what would it be? Heirloom tomato and muenster cheese sandwiches with avocado and spicy mustard What's the nicest thing anyone has ever said to you? that I have a beautiful heart Beverage of choice? Ice cold water with a lime wedge, although I am a sucker for a good glass of sweet tea Favorite room in your house? the bedroom...it's our sanctuary |
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Michael Costa
Creative Director
Nickname(s)? Cozzie Favorite color? Blue Do you have any children (including pets!)? no comment Biggest inspiration? James Bond Historical figure you'd invite to dinner? I would fix my famous enchilada soup for Abe Lincoln Cure for a stressful day? Miller High Life 24 oz can Personal design style? hipster gangster fung shway emo Music always on your iPod? Kings of Convenience, Weezer, Sufjan Stevens, Iron & Wine Hobbies & Passions? Guitar, mandolin, photography Local restaurant you love? Magnolia's Favorite things to do when you're not working? eat peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, play super nintendo, and yell at kittens Odd Talent? Can do the moonwalk Three words you would use to describe yourself? I usually just let the pecs do the talking. When you were a child, what did you dream of becoming? a fugitive on the run! What's the nicest thing anyone has ever said to you? "You look like that dork from 'Can't Hardly Wait'" Things you are willing to splurge on? photography gear Movie you could watch a million times? Napoleon Dynamite Season you wish lasted year-long? spring Longest car ride you've had? Colorado Springs CO to Salt Lake City, UT Dream vehicle? UFO What's the most comforting thing about and/or in your home? I live to with two dirty dudes, the most comforting thing is knowing that in 5 months I am getting married and moving in with a clean girl! |
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Sherry Crawford
Director of Advertising & Special Events
Nickname(s)? My childhood nickname was given to me as a baby “Bitzy." My brother named me because I was his itsy bitsy sister. Now if I am called that it is usually my brother or his wife who call me that. Do you have any children (including pets!)? 2 Girls (Rebekah & Rachel), 1 dog (spot), and 1 cat (Phoebe) Favorite color? Deep Purple Historical figure you'd invite to dinner? Princess Diana Cure for a stressful day? Laughing and hanging out with my family Tip for making your home inviting? Candles are very helpful these days. Picking scents such as pumpkin pie or other scents that are reminiscent of baking in the kitchen gives a welcome scent to visitors. Most Tivo-ed TV show? NCIS Best book you've read lately? The Christmas List by Richard Paul Evans Personal design style? Traditional/Eclectic Piece of furniture you can’t live without? My Dining room table. I enjoy eating dinner around it each night with my family, but have extra room for friends and extended family. If you could only paint the rooms in your house using one color, it would be? Sage Green – Still somewhat neutral, but a splash of color Hobbies & Passions? Volleyball, Swimming, Reading, Shopping when the funds allow Local restaurant you love? Mustard Seed Three words you would use to describe yourself? Caring, Hardworking, persistent When you were a child, what did you dream of becoming? My ambitions were simple; I always wanted to be a wife and a mom. What's the nicest thing anyone has ever said to you? I have been told that I am very thoughtful; on a lighter note I have been compared to Martha Stewart for my cooking and entertaining. Movie you could watch a million times? The Notebook Hottest vacation spot? The Caribbean is the place that my family and I visit often, however my dream vacation is Greece. Beverage of choice? Starbucks Coffee Favorite room in your house? Kitchen and two adjoining rooms (dining & family room). I love to entertain and feel that the kitchen is the heart of the home. Food always brings friends and family together. |
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Paige Stevenson
Senior Account Manager
Nickname(s)? Paigey Do you have any children (including pets!)? 2 boys - Dutch,11, and Reed, 7 Favorite color? orange Biggest inspiration? My mother Cure for a stressful day? Bootcamp at the gym! Tip for making your home inviting? Candles, candles, candles! Most Tivo-ed TV show? Grey’s Anatomy Best book you've read lately? The Bible If you could only paint the rooms in your house using one color, it would be? pumpkin Music always on your iPod? Dave Matthews Band Local restaurant you love? Carrabbas Favorite things to do when you're not working? Boating Odd Talent? I can make an awesome monkey face. Things you are willing to splurge on? Hair Movie you could watch a million times? Steel Magnolias Favorite ice cream topping? Nuts Number of pillows on your bed? 4 Season you wish lasted year-long? Spring Beverage of choice? Sweet Tea Favorite room in your house? Living Room What's the most comforting thing about and/or in your home? It’s mine!!! |
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Corie Turner
Production Coordinator
Nickname(s)? Lil' Mama Do you have any children (including pets!)? 4 boys = Jack, Sullivan, Chase, and George + 1 dog = Zeb Favorite color? pink Historical figure you'd invite to dinner? Jesus Cure for a stressful day? Reading w/ all of my children in 1 chair Tip for making your home inviting? light a candle and shove all toys in a basket Personal design style? traditional Street you wish you lived on? private island, no street Music always on your iPod? little feat, dave matthews, jack johnson Favorite things to do when you're not working? spending time w/ my family Three words you would use to describe yourself? worry worry wart What's the theme song of your life? I Will Survive If you had to eat only one thing the rest of your life, what would it be? anything Mexican What's the nicest thing anyone has ever said to you? you are a great mother First thing you'd do if you won the lottery? give friends, family, and those in need lots of money One thing you'd never leave home without? Benadryl Movie you could watch a million times? Grumpy Old Men Dream vehicle? chauffeured bus with auto vacuums that suck everything up when it hits the floor Beverage of choice? Margaritas What's the most comforting thing about and/or in your home? my family room is very warm and inviting, it just feels like home |
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Matt Bolt
Graphic Designer
Nickname(s)? Kook, Matty B, Matos Do you have any children (including pets!)? 2 American pit bulls, Grimace and Whine-oh Favorite color? harbor blue Biggest inspiration? My Mother and Grandmother Cure for a stressful day? Minestrone soup with saltine crackers Tip for making your home inviting? candy dish Best book you've read lately? Ishmael by Daniel Quinn If you could only paint the rooms in your house using one color, it would be? winter gray Street you wish you lived on? Broad St. Music always on your iPod? Dick Dale Hobbies & Passions? Drawing, Painting, Skateboarding, Photography, Traveling, Cooking, Baking Local restaurant you love? Santi's Favorite things to do when you're not working? Relaxing on my back porch, painting Three words you would use to describe yourself? Nature lover, traveler, artist If you had to eat only one thing the rest of your life, what would it be? pad thai What's the nicest thing anyone has ever said to you? you have the most beautiful hair! First thing you'd do if you won the lottery? travel the world on a boat Movie you could watch a million times? ghost busters, reservoir dogs, snatch, groundhog day Beverage of choice? coffee, milk and sugar Favorite room in your house? art studio |
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Amanda Rowell
Production Assistant
Nickname(s)? Manders Do you have any children (including pets!)? no Favorite color? Blue Most Tivo-ed TV show? No Tivo, but definitely a big fan of True Blood, Grey’s Anatomy, and The Office Best book you've read lately? Haven’t read one in a long time but loved A Farwell To Arms by Ernest Hemingway Favorite thing to have on your bed? a blanket of some sort. No matter if it's hot or cold, I have to be covered up and snuggled in bed Personal design style? Simplicity with twist and pops of color If you could only paint the rooms in your house using one color, it would be? if I was daring I’d say a shade of blue or green, otherwise maybe a light creamy taupe Music always on your iPod? It varies, anywhere from Jason Mraz to Kings of Leon to some old school music. I love it all and my music picks constantly change. Hobbies & Passions? Photography, music, and the outdoors Local restaurant you love? Coast and Basil Three words you would use to describe yourself? smart, independent, thoughtful If you had to eat only one thing the rest of your life, what would it be? Chicken Things you are willing to splurge on? My family, friends and boyfriend. I love giving back. Other than that it would definitely have to be vacations. First thing you'd do if you won the lottery? pay off student loans, buy a new car, and give my family some money One thing you'd never leave home without? cell phone and burts bee chapstick Hottest vacation spot? so far, Rincon, Puerto Rico Dream vehicle? NISMO 370Z for a sports car or a Mercedes GLK350 Beverage of choice? non alcoholic is water, with alcohol is Captain and ginger Favorite room in your house? my bedroom, its like my personal escape. Its big, comfy, has a bay window, and just relaxing. |
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