Southern Living announces Leiper's Fork home as 2023 Idea House

Craig Shoup, Nashville Tennessean
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An artist rendering of the 2023 Idea House in Leiper's Fork chosen by Southern Living.
An artist rendering of the 2023 Idea House in Leiper's Fork chosen by Southern Living.

Southern Living’s search for the 2023 Idea House took its staff and contributors in recent months to Leiper's Fork, an unincorporated rural village in Williamson County.

The 5,600 square-foot home blends the warmth and character of a classic Tennessee farmhouse with an eye toward a sustainable future, from energy-efficient windows and appliances to antique local furnishings and biodegradable materials. Fitting for Middle Tennessee, the house features a music room with a grand piano, a party barn for entertaining and decor inspired by local artists.

And now, it’s about to be viewed by thousands.

The home, which is under construction, will open for public tours from August to December — tickets for in-person tours go on sale in July.

“We're calling this our Country House as a nod to Music City, and to the fact that it was designed to embrace its beautiful rural setting,” said Sid Evans, Southern Living’s editor in chief.

“This home is all about a connection to the land, and that comes through in design choices that prioritize sustainability, endless porches for entertaining and living outside, and plants everywhere."

Leiper’s Fork is located 30 miles south of downtown Nashville.

The home will be featured on www.southernliving.com and in the September 2023 issue — available Aug. 18.

The house is made possible by a team featuring Patrick and Mary Hatcliff of Hatcliff Construction, Lake and Lane Studio, Laura Hodges Studio and Southern Creations Landscaping.

Now in its 35th year, Southern Living's Idea House Program continues to celebrate the Southern lifestyle.

"The location is perfect for this year’s Idea House, and the design of this home is inspired by both the beautiful scenery in Leiper’s Fork and as by its proximity to the heart of country music,” said Deirdre Finnegan, the vice president and publisher of Southern Living.

“We're excited to bring our new and returning sponsors to Tennessee and to share the creative ways in which their innovative products are showcased in this year's house.”

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