The Meeks keep things real with a fine balance of classic taste and modern glamour.

By Emmaleigh Permenter- Photos by R. Caligaris

Tucked away on a property just outside the city is a home full of wonder and imagination. Purchased in 2017 from a couple moving back to California to be closer to family, Ryan and Isa Meeks began renovating their new dream home in a place where location meant everything. Only a few minutes from north Columbus, a winding scenic drive over a creek and just beyond the trees led them to the place where they knew they belonged. After a year of renovating the main floor, finishing the basement, adding a playroom, and 2 upstairs bedrooms for their children, the house was finally a home.

The Meeks were inspired by Young Life ministries to create a home where God could be glorified and the wonder of childhood preserved. As such, their home has fun new additions such as hidden rooms, secret passageways- and of course- an indoor slide. Renovation on the Meeks’ house was constructed by Johnny Cargill and architect Jack Jenkins with the idea that every room should be an adventure. The interior design was expertly crafted by Leslie Wolfe of Benton Parker Design to create a traditional yet playful atmosphere. In the words of the owners themselves, “If Kate Spade and Willy Wonka had a house baby, this would be it.”

But the play and fun doesn’t stop at the interior of the house, with upper and lower decks overlooking their 19 acres, there is still plenty of room to grow. The grounds of the property were designed by Justin Murrell, Jason Taft, and GROW Landscaping to create a space for children to play without bounds. Balancing the design of rustic and posh, this home is now complete with 5 bedrooms, 5 ½ bathrooms, barn, and pool; there is space everywhere for the imagination to run wild without losing the luxuries of city living.

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