Frightfully Stylish

photos by Matt Cornelius
photos by Matt Cornelius

Frightfully Stylish

Holiday decorating does not get much better than this. From the moment guests arrive at the drive, pumpkins and playful skeletons set the tone for a home where style meets seasonal spirit. Designed with striking architecture and a seamless flow between indoors and out, the house celebrates light and openness. Walls of windows frame wooded views from every room, while the brick exterior and thoughtful layout give it timeless character.

The courtyard, complete with a glowing fire feature, offers an intimate retreat—perfect for gathering on cool fall nights beneath string lights. Inside, the homeowner’s love of florals, heirlooms, and collected pieces shines through in every detail, layering the house with warmth and personal style. Halloween, her favorite holiday, comes alive with whimsical décor from H&N Floral—bats, spiders, and glowing candles transforming everyday elegance into festive magic.


Location
Texarkana, Arkansas

Year Built
2021

Builder
Live Oak Construction Company

House Plans
Cathy Strickland

Flooring & Tile
Light House & Flooring

Lighting
Logan Electric

Landscaping & Design
Cox Exterior Design & Development

Pumpkins & Pots
H&N Landscaping
Interior Pots by H&N Floral

Interior Blinds & Drapes
Blind Ambition

Favorite Pieces
A mid-century modern marble-topped buffet and matching lamps that are family heirlooms

Favorite Spot
The Sitting Room with a Fireplace or the Courtyard

Fun Fact
The fireplace design was inspired by Hotel Healdsburg, a favorite spot of the homeowners in Healdsburg, California.


 

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