get to know Ariel Okin..... Ariel Okin is the founder of her eponymous firm, Ariel Okin Interiors, a New York based, full-service interior design firm specializing in luxury residential, commercial, and hospitality projects across the country. Ariel’s signature style can be interpreted as “traditional with a twist” – warm, livable and elegant spaces, with an edited, contemporary and practical approach. A deft use of color, emphasis on clean lines, and mix of bespoke and antique items are hallmarks of her aesthetic, yet no two projects are alike; Ariel believes every home should reflect i ..read more

get to know Kara Miller..... Some of Kara's earliest memories of design are the hours she spent daydreaming over Southern Living house plans and the wallpaper her Nana had in their cabana bath. Acutely aware of her surroundings from a young age, she fell in love with all that encompasses home; from the way, you feel when you walk inside, right down to the last little details.Kara was raised in Florida by southerners and spent many childhood summers in the Bahamas. It is this fusion of styles that helped form the approachable look she is known for.After graduating from Louisiana State Universi ..read more

how to get the creases of out of your rug It is normal to see creases and wrinkles in your handcrafted rug. Rest assured they are easy to get rid of without much work.   1. Shipping Creases: Your first plan of attack should be to roll the reverse side of the rug and wait a couple of days. You can also try placing heavy objects, like books, on the creased areas to help flatten them.   2. Dent Removal: If your rug has a dent from furniture or heavy objects, try placing ice cubes on the dent and letting them melt. Then, fluff the fibers with your fingers or use a soft brush to restore t ..read more

get to know Colleen..... Colleen is a New Orleans native and recognized interior designer, whose work has been featured in national publications including Southern Living and Garden and Gun. In addition to designing for and managing Fig & Dove, Colleen practices full-service residential interior design through Colleen Waguespack Interiors. She is as comfortable implementing contemporary interior elements as she is blending antiques with modern upholstery and an eclectic collection of art. Her signature style is a well-edited home that reflects each client’s personal taste, lifes ..read more

April has begun and hints of warmer times ahead are abundant. My car, front & back porches, hell , almost every surface is covered with that fine yellow mist of Alabama pollen indicating Spring has sprung. With that, my mind has begun to race and anxiety set in about summer break. The million dollar question every working mother asks herself, how am I going to manage it all? My own desire for my kids to have the most magical summer full of swimming, camps and a present mom with lots of quality time. All the while running my business not in my playroom but our new LLR cottage. If you have t ..read more

  get to know Summer... With fifteen years of experience in interior design, Summer Henry creates cohesive interiors that flow from exterior to interior seamlessly. Summer specializes in both new construction builds and remodels, and believes that good design begins with good bones; so places a strong focus on the process of marrying a structure's exterior with its interior. Summer’s experience includes historic restoration projects, and residential and commercial design in the Southeast region.    Q & A     What is your favorite color pairing? Current color y ..read more

  get to know Tyler... Tyler is a native of Huntsville, Alabama and has always embraced the design influences and Southern charm of her hometown. She graduated from the University of Alabama with a degree in Design and then worked with some of the top designers in the region, including Dana Wolter Interiors and Accents of the South before starting her own firm in 2019.       Q & A    What is your favorite color pairing? Current color you are loving?   I am always loving blues and greens, they are in every project I do but lately I am grabbing everyth ..read more

Welcome to the first edition of The Babbling Brooke, a place for us to connect on a personal level. My hopes, obsessions, loves and even things that scare the s h* * out of me! I feel like it's only right to start from the beginning.   Locust Lane was born over a bottle of red wine and an appreciation for handcrafted materials. Our "headquarters" have evolved from my guest bedroom to the kids' playroom. Can you keep a secret? I am thrilled to share we are MOVING into our first office in the upcoming weeks! The L LR Cottage, as we refer to it, definitely needed some T L C. We are working ..read more

Quite a few people wonder why the timeline to get their made to order rug is quite long, so we thought we’d guide you through the whole process from start to finish! Locust Lane takes a lot of pride in the quality and craftsmanship of our rugs, which is why we design our own and don’t just order stock from other vendors. We only use the finest materials and the most trustworthy craftsmen to weave our wares to ensure that when your rug gets to you that it’s everything you dreamed!  The rug’s journey begins with carding and spinning. Carding is the process where the fibers of wool and sil ..read more

How to find the perfect rug…. All of our rugs are hand-woven and made out of the finest natural fibers, but we thought we’d take a minute to discuss the different uses and places for our collection of rugs. JUTE RUGS Jute rugs are woven from dried fibers from the jute plant, making them one of the most environmentally-friendly rugs you can buy! They are excellent for pet-friendly households due to their durability and relatively low maintenance, as often a quick vacuum is enough to keep them clean. Most jute rugs are reversible, so if you need to flip them over they will look brand new! They ..read more