____________________________________________________________________________________ Artisan Build Construct
wanted the house demolished, but the client was determined to save it. Priest House is one of the oldest homes in the Lockeland Springs neighborhood of East Nashville, and the original owner has a dam and several parks in Nashville named after his family, which is how it came to be known as the Priest House, after Percy Priest,” Tony concludes.
Another project that was recipient to a Historic Preservation Award was Artisan Build’ s large remodel of the Shadowens Studio in Germantown. Formerly the studio of renowned Nashville singer, John Prine, the business completely transformed the building into a fullybespoke, custom home. By maintaining exceptional levels of client and designer collaboration throughout, the final product was embellished with an array of high-quality, vintage fixtures( as provided by the client), and included a number of interesting design elements, including a built-in library and sunken living room. Aside from the home’ s aesthetic elegance, however, Artisan Build expertly remodeled the building as a healthconscious house, with various elements in place to support the owners’ physical and mental wellbeing.
Above all else, Artisan Build’ s success lies in its thoughtful balance of craftsmanship, innovation and respect for history. By blending traditional techniques with modern sustainability and a hands-on approach, the company continues to shape Nashville’ s evolving landscape. Each project reflects not only technical expertise but also a deep commitment to community, ensuring that every build preserves the past while confidently embracing the future. ■
www. artisanbuildconstruct. com
modernhb. com 87