Designer Betsy Brown transforms a Redmont neighborhood home in Birmingham, Alabama, by fusing the city's industrial past with a contemporary touch.

Birmingham, Alabama has often been referred to as the “Magic City” due to its rapid growth and industrial development in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The burgeoning metropolis became a major industrial center, particularly known for its metal production, epitomized by Sloss Furnace ? a historic iron-producing blast furnace that operated from 1882 to 1971 and is now a National Historic Landmark. Drawing inspiration from Birmingham’s historical role as a steel production hub, designer Betsy Brown seamlessly fused elements reminiscent of the Sloss Furnace’s rust hue and robust industrial materials into this home’s aesthetic, creating magic of her own within the historic Redmont neighborhood residence.
The structure underwent a major renovation to accommodate an extensive photography and art collection, as well as vintage furniture. The redesign began with the main level, where a spacious living hall features a dual-purpose center table and a cozy seating area around a fireplace. The terrace offers sweeping views of Birmingham’s cityscape, while the main level includes a kitchen, sitting area, and primary suite with a study. ?I wanted the house to be a joy for its collector-owner, with spaces he could continue to fill as his collections grow,? Betsy Brown says.

The home’...