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Bluegrass Culture, Commentary, & News
D.C. Atkins, Lexington’s Dean of Decorators | Building the Bluegrass
Often called Lexington’s “Dean of Decorators,” D.C. Atkins was at one time the best-known interior decorator in Central Kentucky. While he assisted with the restoration of Ashland, the Henry Clay Estate, The Keene Place, and decorated numerous private homes, Atkins lacked any formal design education.
His rise from humble beginnings near […]
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July 24, 2025
Honoring Heritage Farms | Selling the Family Farm with Sensitivity & Success
How do we gracefully manage the sale of a living family heirloom?
At Kirkpatrick & Co., we’ve been thoughtfully selling horse farms, land, and historic homes since 1984. When the time comes to entrust a new steward with a family’s horse farm, land, or historic home, Kirkpatrick & Co. provides sensitive […]
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May 16, 2025
Why we’re a steadfastly independent real estate brokerage
We’ve been approached time and time again by out-of-state real-estate chains to affiliate Kirkpatrick & Co. with their big box “brand names.” Allow us to explain why we’ve remained steadfastly independent since 1984.
Our brokerage invests in our community, not an HQ far away
We’re Kentuckians first. Each of our associates calls […]
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May 16, 2025
Who are the “lifestyle buyers” interested in Kentucky farms?
A growing number out-of-state buyers are attracted by the quality of life
Seldom Scene Farm, sold by Kirkpatrick & Co.
At Kirkpatrick & Co., we bring expertise to the sale of Central Kentucky’s farms—whether historic estates, working Thoroughbred operations, or scenic retreats. While the Bluegrass continues to attract serious equestrians, we’ve seen […]
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May 15, 2025
Frank L. Smith | Bluegrass Architects to Know
Bluegrass architect Frank L. Smith’s long career spanned the Victorian era into the late 1920s. He worked in various styles, including Queen Anne and Richardsonian, but favored a “free revival” style, blending historical elements with a modern ethos.
While some of Smith’s sturdy and aesthetically pleasing buildings remain, Urban Renewal in […]
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April 4, 2025
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March 24, 2025
Who buys historic homes in Central Kentucky?
Historic homes attract a savvy group of buyers that Kirkpatrick & Co. is well-equipped to serve. Our understanding of what motivates these buyers is essential. Formulating a marketing strategy for your historic property.
What have we learned representing buyers and sellers of historic homes in the Bluegrass? Read on.
Who are historic […]
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February 21, 2025
Howard A. Churchill | Bluegrass Architects to Know
A native of Elizabethtown, architect Howard Churchill served in Marines in World War I and later as a Captain in the Corps of Engineers in World War II.
His career as an architect was sandwiched between the two conflicts and he was retired from the field by 1945. Though his architecture […]
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February 17, 2025
Luxe Laundry Rooms | Staging Tips for Sellers
The days of the bare bulb in a dark basement have passed. Today’s buyers value light-filled, stylish spaces to make a dreaded chore a lot more fun.
Consider these popular features when designing or renovating your space:
Natural light and attractive lighting
Proximity to closets/dressing areas or mud rooms
Extras like a built-in dog […]
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February 3, 2025