HOUSE TOUR | A Maximalist Colonial Home in Michigan with Traditional Charm

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Content creator and DIY guru Gail Disner takes us into her maximalist yet traditional home in Michigan.
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Gail saw the potential in her historic home, despite its run-down appearance, and transformed it into a vibrant haven exuding warmth and personality at every turn. She coined the term “smaximalist” to describe her southern, traditional, maximalist style that involves bold wallpaper, intricate tiled floors, ornate moldings, antiques, and pleated curtains.
As a passionate DIYer who shares much of her process on her blog, The Southern Gail, she took on most of the home’s characteristic finishings herself and explains her inspiration behind it all.
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@hannanesaken7320 Місяць тому

The fact that she has DIYed a lot of things in this house made it really interesting to me

@Thesoutherngail Місяць тому

DIY but only the best of the best work ethic and patience. No shotty work here 🫶💪

@margosnyder5311 Місяць тому

A DYI-er, a Home Goods shopper, and an amazing decorator! What could be better?

@phylliszimmerman7068 Місяць тому

One of my favorite Homeworthy House Tours!

@susanmulvey6311 Місяць тому

Miss Gail’s home is STUNNING and her excitement is contagious about what she’s done to her home! Also, her attitude about decorating her home from high end estate sales and with Home Goods items is refreshing! I also love Home Goods and resale stores! Maybe I don’t have high end items, but they are one of a kind, which I love. Which is her advice, love what you’ve created and designed in your home!

@Thesoutherngail Місяць тому

Love mixing high and low! Thank you! 🫶

@gregpendrey6711 Місяць тому

Dining set is a total fox. I'm glad she knows she scored on that. I would have grabbed that tag and bought it out from under her. 😂😎

@myrahouse2368 Місяць тому

She’s adorable but the ‘erm’ was a bit to much 😂

@annsmith7207 Місяць тому

The homeowner, Gail, has an inherent eye for design and style. There is no interior design school that would be able to teach this. Design schools are great -- but this is intrinsically who she is and started to display that as a child in a temporary housing situation. The home is stunning and she was able to look well past the flaws and neglect and look at the bones -- which are superb! Her aesthetic and sensibility are terrific and I say that as someone who decorated my Manhattan Upper Eastside home with estate and thrift to have it photographed and placed in the front window of a well respected real estate firm when I put it up for sale. I randomly walked by the real estate windows and was shocked to see my home front and center ! I walked away smiling --- no one had any idea what I had done ! Yes, thrift, estate sales and Home Goods and wherever -- you just never know ! Wishing Gail and her family many years of joy in this stunning home ! Cheers!

@Thesoutherngail Місяць тому

Wow!!! What a compliment! Thank you!!! 🫶🫶🫶

@annsmith7207 Місяць тому

@@Thesoutherngail : Very well deserved, Gail ! Wishing you many years of enjoyment in your lovely home ! PS : No idea who the third person below is -- we just step over the crackpots -- they are everywhere ! Cheers!

@shonabeggs4640 Місяць тому

Atta boy.

@gregpendrey6711 Місяць тому

Atta boy, ma'am! 😎

@TracieClaiborne 26 днів тому

So well said! She has a gift for design that can’t be taught.

@marilynbaudier1094 Місяць тому

Gail goes down as my favorite featured homeowner and DYI’er. She is so talented and shared so many wonderful ideas with us! I love her sense of style!

@LUBABELEY 16 днів тому

Same here!

@sugarbomb26 Місяць тому

I have never seen one home with so many incredible estate sales finds! Each Facebook or estate sale find is exquisite! What a lucky lady to be in the right place at the right time over and over again. This tour stood out to me as Gail is so hands on and is a DIY queen. She has it all:)

@jamesw2414 8 днів тому

It's refreshing how content creators are so open and honest about what they do. ❤

@Benniibennii Місяць тому

She is gorgeous, I love her personal fashion choice, and I love everything she used in the design of her home! This is my favorite Homeworthy ep! I love how she’s willing to think outside the box when it comes to decor and her house isn’t the run of the mill farmhouse or sad beige mom look. Additionally, I love how she teaches herself how to DIY tasks instead of just calling a professional, so it adds more skill sets to her list of qualities! Refreshing!

@Grannynan Місяць тому

I am impressed! I don't say that lightly. I love that she shops estate sales and does projects herself. Very inspiring!

@sosoutherncustomequestrian4598 Місяць тому

I am not usually a fan of traditional decorating but DAMN this house is STUNNING!!! I think Gail might just have converted me😆

@r-anne7375 Місяць тому

Very beautiful home, and I love that she is a DYI er. The fact that she doesn't mind getting down in the trenches, and does a lot of the work herself is very admirable. Just beautiful and special.

@ginny736 Місяць тому

This is without a doubt my favorite Homeworthy tour!!! Fabulous host and an incredible house. I have a notebook page crammed with ideas I got from Gail for my own home. Thank you! Thank you!👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

@sebeckley Місяць тому

The office is the most Michigan- like room I've seen in years and years. Classic.

@glendalafont1561 Місяць тому

A most inspiring woman. A spectacular house and she is beautiful

@Driftwoodbaby Місяць тому

the thing about the people in these videos that I love the most is the returning a neglected home back to and beyond their glory! perfect example here.

@user-vg1fr3ew9j Місяць тому

What a visionary you are, seeing the before pictures and then the finished home is unbelievable! All your hard work does not go unnoticed and appreciated, so creative! I love the arches throughout and your choice of wallpaper makes each room unique and beautiful. Job well done👍

@susieposson7814 Місяць тому

This is one talented (and beautiful) lady, her home is certainly a reflection of her talent...love it all, please share again when your kitchen is done, would love to see it!!

@inglishhomeandgarden8386 Місяць тому

I don't see maximalism, I see maximum style! This home is elegant, like its owner. I love all the attention to detail, and everything green - especially the pretty green powder room. I smiled at the perhaps a bit overly elegant boys rooms, but what a lovely home they have created. And I agree with her husband, that letting that one room keep its unpainted wood panelling was a good call. This was an enjoyable home tour, with an engaging hostess. I can definitely relate to the thrill she describes in finding that special piece of art or furniture, and the contentment in seeing a room coming together as a harmonious whole. Beautiful home! Thank you. Ingela/ Sweden (The Wedgewood dinnerware was gorgeous.)

@jamesdellaneve9005 Місяць тому

It’s like a fine hotel. Your design style is very coherently executed throughout the house.

@andreeaselgaardjensen5086 Місяць тому

I Subscribe to your comment 😊

@Dale-lf5ic Місяць тому

I love this home. She is amazing.

@kathyestes6577 Місяць тому

This is a very pared down version of maximalism. I really love it. It’s so fresh and clean. The dining room set was my favorite of her finds.

@Thesoutherngail Місяць тому

I love all the finds in that room! Thank you!!

@inglishhomeandgarden8386 Місяць тому

Yes, edited for sure. I don't see maximalism, but I see maximum style.

@ruthiewilliams3482 Місяць тому

This is is beyond beautiful!

@EveD123 Місяць тому

Omg, you have been visiting my sweet home state Michigan. Michiganders have amazing style and decor. Thanks gale for sharing your beautiful home with us

@dmforsuh9314 Місяць тому

That indepth, hands on, passionate nature in which Miss Gail speaks sets her apart as a communicator and hundreds of hours of experience in front of and behind the camera. Oozing with that proud yet joyful Motherly kind of love and devotion to every aspect of her projects. The mudroom is eye wateringly gorgeous, very brave, utterly sophisticated and for me absolutely unforgettable. Gail, you are phenomenal ❤️! The energy emanating from your home is quite particular,. You are anointed to do this. Its giving us life and you life! Wishing you continuing success. Thank you again Homeworthy.

@marionandrews176 Місяць тому

WOW! Loved this home tour. Hope we get a part two with the kitchen makeover and the principal bathroom and closet.

@Thesoutherngail Місяць тому

That’s the plan!!! Kitchen, primary, and outdoor is finishing up this summer!

@debbiepochy6751 Місяць тому

I love this home! I love using color, wallpaper and textures. I agree, that as she states, you should make your home feel like you, not to just keep neutral, unless that is what you love! This home is stunning! One of my favorite episodes. 💗

@Thesoutherngail Місяць тому

So sweet!! Thank you!!

@yogachica117 Місяць тому

WOW! Love everything about this gorgeous home.

@learningmusicwithmalia Місяць тому

You had me at the hallway. WOW

@sharonchilds3871 Місяць тому

I absolutely love Gail’s home! She’s a diy queen,thrift , estate and Home Goods shopper and knows how to put it all together. A woman after my own heart😊

@terrywalker2437 Місяць тому

The most exquisite and classy home. 100% my style. Gorgeous!

@joefloyd7127 Місяць тому

Gail's home is absolutely gorgeous! She has such an eye for detail and customizing a home. Everything is elegant and pleasing to the eye. This is one of my favorite Home Worthy videos! ...Toni Floyd

@dollymadeson2151 Місяць тому

By far The very Best Homeworthy tour and hostess. I am gobsmacked by every detail in your lovely home. Loved the smaximalist style and nice to see young people embracing tradition. May your family enjoy many years in your comfy, gorgeous home. 🏡

@lindagaydos8618 Місяць тому

The amount of perfect thrifted and estate sale finds is unbelievable. Talk about being at the right place at the right time. They add such charm to each room. Love this home completely. Would love to see what she is doing with her kitchen since we didn’t get to see that.

@onitasanders7403 Місяць тому

From Michigan, I am. This was for my taste one of the best for the home and especially the homeowner. Great to see her work on these projects. So many wonderful ideas which can be at anyone’s finger tips with the DIY vibe.

@janikiawoods8486 Місяць тому

I watch every Homeworthy video and this is my favorite house by far.. Her taste is wonderful

@barbarahaines7661 Місяць тому

The mouldings are stunning.Refreshing.Thank you

@lesliehardin7963 Місяць тому

Best Homeworthy episode! 😊

@eileenkrammer1223 Місяць тому

I love following Gail on all her DIY projects, estate finds and her awesome tips. She is a talented interior designer and maximalist, homeworthy creator to follow! Thank you Gail, for sharing your beautiful home.

@katherinewooley8643 Місяць тому

I lived there for 38 years...... so sweet to see your home. It's beautiful. Also, where is your beautiful dress from!

@marilyn7772 Місяць тому

Gail created a masterpiece in her home💙💚💙

@susanshattuck4911 Місяць тому

Beautiful home! Love the arches and all the stair cases. Beautifully designed and decorated.

@denisepetersen2774 Місяць тому

I loved her home and am amazed at what she has done herself! She’s truly an inspiration ❤

@user-sc9lr6kz8t Місяць тому

Classy home, yet not fussy. She has a great eye for detail.

@annjohnson8437 Місяць тому

WOW! Incredible home and even more incredible homeowner! Fantastic job making this home so fabulous! ❤

@NaomiMirza Місяць тому

I dont know why but she gives me such a good vibe. Loved her home.

@csonnic Місяць тому

I loved the stories behind each room or piece. I’m now inspired to check out estate sales and would love Homeworthy to feature more content from Gail!

@vargasfamily282 Місяць тому

I love Gail’s bedroom ceiling and wallpaper. My eye is welcomed with green interlocking patterns. It vibrates like driving past rows of perfectly aligned apple trees. 🍏🍏🍏🍏🍏🍏🍏🍏🍏🍏

@KandiaHaynesworth Місяць тому

This is by far one of the best homes in this channel!

@TracieClaiborne 26 днів тому

I’m a longtime follower on Instagram, but this video brought your home to life. Every inch is perfection - you were a delight to watch, what a JOY to see this beautiful home. Thank you, thank you, thank you for spending your time to bring us this video and thank you to Homeworthy for providing us with such high-quality content.

@tamaramarshall1396 19 днів тому

Literally the champagne of mud rooms! Stunning

@wannaduckfin 28 днів тому

This is one of my absolute favorite Homeworthys!

@user-fs6vc8zs5h Місяць тому

I love this homeowner's refreshing attitude about her estate sale finds and her DIY. Really enjoyed this.

@pegbro6163 Місяць тому

Just love your home Gail and all your creativity!

@sheriparker8600 Місяць тому

This is my fave so far! And I knew immediately she was a southerner then was so excited to find out she is from my home state of MS! Beautiful home and style!

@lindah7179 Місяць тому

Encouraging to see a younger person with appreciation for items from the past. The home is exquisite! The huge powder room speaks of days gone by, when guests would arrive and men would head to the den as the women did a quick check of their lipstick and to be sure the clasp on their pearls was to the rear and centered. The separate stairs to the maids quarters, tells me there was someone in the kitchen preparing a lovely meal and the dinner parties were often, and highly spoken of. The hostess was free to mix and mingle as she should be. A great home full of wonderful memories and a lovely young lady (Gail) to keep the momentum going!

@suereed3847 Місяць тому

Gail, Thank you for sharing your home. This home is a TOUCHDOWN !! You just have it ---TALENT!! I love that you have tackled these projects yourself. I also love that you shop Estate Sales. I have gotten so many beautiful furniture pieces at Thrift stores. Your home is my favorite home on Homeworthy. Please keep true to your style and share your future projects. Thank you again. Blessings from Sue in Southern,DE

@ruthiewilliams3482 Місяць тому

I love arches!!! Hard to find a carpenter that will do them. My fireplace brick man wasn’t afraid

@SimiyaNYC Місяць тому

The living and dining rooms are breathtaking.

@AvecPoesie Місяць тому

I own a 1945 Colonial Revival style Home! Colonial Home Architecture is and has always been my absolute favorite. Even as a little girl, I kept my Pink Colonial dollhouse on meticulous display. I appreciate her expoundings and her blatant adoration for such somewhat antiquated, traditional elements. Her Estate sale method is something I am going to implement in my own Vintage/Antique hunting endeavors going forward!

@joliz1234 Місяць тому

So beautiful from the arch doors, lighting and furnishings.

@MK-wm6gu 18 днів тому

This home is cozy, elegant, and inviting. I love all the colors and layers and textures that are included in each room. Absolutely beautiful! Thanks for sharing.

@mjrh45 Місяць тому

I have been following you on Instagram for quite some time now. I cannot believe the raw talent you possess...from decorating to DIY's. Your home is beautiful.

@lisagorman2480 Місяць тому

It is my dream to find a fireplace fender! GREAT find!

@allie3132 Місяць тому

Gail is a true gem. Love following your adventures.

@user-wt8jn1wu3m Місяць тому

Very beautiful home! Lot's light, cozy!

@aledford1990 Місяць тому

I absolutely love her style. It’s is perfection. 🤌🏻

@user-iu3iw1ki2r Місяць тому

For years I had a vision for my kitchen cabinets, your mudroom cabinets are EXACTLY the color and shine I want and the ceiling is perfect for my mudroom look.

@MZ2023_ Місяць тому

Maximalist under control I wld say. tastefully decorated n colors are in harmony complementing each other 👍🏼😍

@08pixiedust Місяць тому

I love everything about her house. She has amazing taste and I like that she does DIY and shops vintage and at Home Goods. (I feel seen.) It does set my teeth on edge a little that she's so talented, yet her Instagram description starts with "NFL wife" because apparently, her husband works for the Lions? Girl, no one is following you for that reason, so showcase your OWN talent. I watched the reel of her renovating her bathroom and it was incredibly impressive that she could do all that! *steps off soapbox*

@AnastasiaOMeagher Місяць тому

Love her style! She’s gained a new follower

@user-hi7ov9tf8b Місяць тому

Such a beautiful home. Thank you for sharing!

@jeckellstallworth 5 днів тому

I love how bright your home is, especially being in Michigan where the average home tends to be dark.❤😊

@alanahenderson6030 Місяць тому

By far one of the best videos. I love her home and style so much. She is so incredibly talented.

@lianeabeyta4515 Місяць тому

Nothing is more romantic in a home than arches. That is on my dream wish list . The dining room is drop dead gorgeous. Those lamps are amazing!!!!! And the wedge wood is a one of a kind steal! The brass fireplace fender is perfect. We have an old mansion in my town that has one, that I always admired on their Christmas tours. So happy your husband won the wood wall debate. It looks incredible. The room has a definite Ralph Lauren feel, which is one of my favorite aesthetics. The patterns and soft colors of the bedroom , with those amazing Frederick Cooper lamps is perfection! Her husband must be one contented man. To be married to a drop dead gorgeous woman with mad skills , is like winning the ultimate lottery!!!! If shes a great cook too... then life is just not fair!

@Thesoutherngail Місяць тому

I ruined pancakes this morning! I try but not a chef! lol! Thank you for the kind words! The arches sold me!!!

@neilnh4558 Місяць тому

Almost forgot - Willy is adorable and I would have loved to see more of him ❤️

@BettsiLedesma 15 днів тому

She is amazing! I can't believe all the DIY- mad props! And it's beautiful!

@salliejenkins7628 Місяць тому

So in love with Gail’s home! 🥰

@Kim-qt7yn Місяць тому

Great work Gail! Your enthusiasm is infectious and you are surely talented with your router, etc. I lived in your charming neighborhood in the late 90’s! Although I have since traversed the country living in many more homes, I love the uniqueness of the Great Lake State.☮

@trish9910 21 день тому

Traditional and classy feel to your home. Not your typical/generic modern decor that is predictable. Well done!!

@vivienmcnaul109 Місяць тому

Love her enthusiasm and beautiful home 🏡

@char8691 Місяць тому

So sparkling and clean.. beautiful

@user-cu5gf7hp2e 18 днів тому

Wow I’m so impressed with Gail. I love all the DIY in the home. You are so talented and you have a beautiful personality and home.

@gabrielacastellano6568 Місяць тому

Stunning

@gina5827 Місяць тому

Gail's home is beautiful and I love the design. She has done a fabulous job with the DIYs and design of the home!! Great home tour. 😊

@today7518 Місяць тому

Love the mix of vintage and modern elements. Glad you're featuring beautiful Michigan homes for a change...seems like everything is usually East or West coat. These Michigan homes are possibly my favorites. 😍😍

@LUBABELEY 16 днів тому

I really enjoyed the many great ideas Gail brought to us in this vide. Such a lovely home and so well executed! Thank you!

@vickimaiorano5763 Місяць тому

Thank you for showing Gail’s home so beautifully. I follow Gail on instagram so have seen it all before. However this video was fresh and fun to watch.

@alexjacobs3189 Місяць тому

Gorgeous !! Love it!

@claudiamann7111 Місяць тому

Love the high low approach you take to decorating. Your home is stunning and you are a wonderful host. I am so glad another old house has been saved. Thank you so much for sharing.

@Thesoutherngail Місяць тому

Definitely love mixing high and low!! 🫶

@elmsmith4764 Місяць тому

Love Gail and her home, which is fresh and beautiful.

@drochelle81264 Місяць тому

Love this home tour. And her commentary about how she buys things, etc.

@user-cj2im6ow8j Місяць тому

Just gorgeous! Hope we’ll get to revisit after her kitchen is done. Great tour. Thank you.

@renee560 Місяць тому

I’m impressed by Gail and what she’s done to this house. I live in Michigan. Birmingham is beautiful, old school, and expensive.😉

@debbielacombe5717 День тому

I love the look & creativity throughout. I completely agree with the family entrance way. Most important area.

@user-zp1hu9nv3s Місяць тому

This home was absolutely gorgeous. And yes, I'm absolutely jealous. ☺

@lindafaierson6030 Місяць тому

Your home is stunning. I love your style. Thanks for sharing.

@caroleanne3941 Місяць тому

Amazing. Can't wait to see what you do with the living room!

@dynahtaylor7499 23 дні тому

Gail is one of my favorite Instagram ladies, she is so talented and funny…I’m so glad she was able to share her home on this platform as well

@elizabethhealey5609 Місяць тому

You did a amazing D I Y job towards you entire house for the titles on the floor , wallpaper, paint the wall and decoration . Because you did the must project your self your house you house is beautiful . Wait you walking around you hose i now you fill proud you self. Thank you very much to share you beautiful home i love❤❤❤❤❤❤😂