PRESS
Southern Accents Architectural Antiques has been enjoying a lot of great press recently. Take a look below to read what others are saying and to view some of our recent ads.
NBC 13 - November 2011
Alabama Alive - Vol 2 Issue e
A Penchant For the Past? Southern Accents Architectural Antiques Can Deliver. This article published in "Alabama Alive" gives a little insight into the history of our business. It also goes into detail about all the unique items that can be found in and around the store, some of restoration and construction services offered, and gives a glimpse into how we acquire the beautiful architectural pieces that can be found only at Southern Accents! Read the full article here.
Mobile Press-Register - July 2011
This article was recently published in the Mobile Press-Register. The Gay House, as it's known, was built in 1899. The house has sat empty after a fire partially destroyed the upstairs in 2007. Southern Accents recently started salvaging the more significant and historic parts of the home. Columns, trim, windows and the casings, along with everything that might be valuable to someone else will be taken. These items will be available for sale to renovators and collectors. Plans of the current owner are to develop the property into residential units. You can read the article in it's entirety by clicking here.
Southern Lady - May/June 2011
Pick up the May/June 2011 issue of "Southern Lady" and you'll discover an insightful view of some of the wonderfully unique treasures that can be found at Southern Accents! This two page spread titled "Artful Architecture" features photos of some of the beautiful wares that can be found in their extensive collection of architectural antiques. Along with the gorgeous snapshots we learn that owner, Garlan Gudger Jr. owns an enviable stash of antique doorknobs including one from the Biltmore House and another from JFK's New York apartment! You may click here to read the full article.
Alabama Magazine - January/February 2011
Check out Volume 1 Issue 1 of "Alabama Magazine"! You'll find an article on page 26 titled "Reclaiming The Past" featuring Southern Accents. You may click on the link to read the full article.
The article, which also showcases the beautiful photography of Audrey Land, tells the story of Dr. Gudger and how he turned a hobby of collecting architectural antiques, which he stored in his garage, into a successful business. Garlan Jr. took over the family business upon returning from college and presently runs the business along with store manager Kolby Lawrence. You can read the full interview by clicking here.
Southern Accents Goes to New York - September 2010
 This Sept. 9, 2010 photo released by Bradley Dean shows the Billy Reid spring collection modeled during Fashion Week in New York. Cullman businessman Garlan Gudger designed the backdrops with pieces from his business Southern Accents |
 This Sept. 9, 2010 photo released by Bradley Dean shows another view of the Billy Reid spring collection along with the backdrops designed by Cullman businessman Garlan Gudger with pieces from his business Southern Accents. |
 For Kolby Lawrence, left, and Garlan Gudger it's back to the real world from the NYC world of high fashion. "I was fortunate to have the opportunity to be a part of something so extraordinary," said Gudger. |
The pictures above were featured in a Lifestyle article from the October 13, 2010 issue of the Cullman Times. The article follows Southern Accents owner Garlan Gudger and manager Kolby Lawrence as they worked to design and then travel to New York to help construct the set for Menswear Designer Billy Reid's spring fashion show. You can read the Full Article by clicking on the Link.
A Moment With Billy Reid - September 2010
The September 2010 issue of The Daily gives Southern Accents a mention on "The Fix" page in their "A Moment With Billy Reid" section. In talking about the set for his recent fashion show in New York, Billy was asked the question, What's it made out of? His reply: "A friend of ours loaned us doors to use as a backdrop. He has six or seven hundred! He owns an architecture and salvage shop in southern Alabama called Southern Accents". Officially we are located in north central Alabama but we'll take the mention anyway!! You may click on the photo to the left to see an enlarged view of the article.
Business Alabama - November 2010
Look for Southern Accents owner Garlan Gudger in the November 2010 issue of "Business Alabama". Garlan is listed as one of the Movers and Shapers in the Spotlight on Cullman County section. You may click on the link to read the full article.
You'll also find an article in this same issue on the community development in downtown Cullman. The article, which features a picture of Garlan and Southern Accents store manager Kolby Lawrence, quotes Garlan on the city's efforts to restore downtown Cullman. You can read this section by clicking on the picture to the right or by clicking on this Link.