Hunt & Gather Home

the art of old house living

Megan Lord is a skilled place-maker with a passion for preserving history while creating modern spaces. With a background in art history, historic preservation, architecture, and interior design, she expertly guides clients through the design process. Megan’s expertise stems from over 17 years of work in the field of historic preservation and eight years owning Southern Chic, a home and interiors store.

At Southern Chic, Megan offered in-store or at-home design appointments and a curated collection of Southern-inspired products for the home. Her work involves blending modern elements with historic styles to create functional homes grounded in history. Megan’s ability to communicate the value of historic building features and materials allows her to re-imagine spaces, source antique furniture, and identify architectural features worth keeping.

With a perfect combination of head and heart, Megan’s expertise in design and business is unparalleled. Her ability to blend modern elements with historic styles creates functional homes grounded in history that remain lively and modern. Megan’s dedication to preserving history while creating modern spaces is evident in all of her work, and her passion for design has made her a leader in historic preservation and home design.