HOUSE & HOME
The Huggins House In our 2013 neighborhoods issue, we gave readers a peek into the home of one of the most well- known figures to grace Morgantown: WVU men’s basketball coach Bob Huggins. We spoke at the time with his wife, June, as she showed us around the almost 8,000-square-foot house, built in 2011 by Morgantown’s Larry Goff of Trulargo. The home consists of five bedrooms with five full baths, two half- baths, and walls that showcase a plethora of memories and memorabilia. An open floor plan with dark woods and low lighting gives the home a warm, comforting feel. You’re immediately welcomed in by the owners and the atmosphere. “I don’t want people to be afraid to come in and touch things,” she said. It’s a home meant for comfort, one where things are meant to be touched, used, and enjoyed. The kitchen and living room are important to the family and are June Huggins’ favorite rooms in the house. She told us her husband enjoys cooking, particularly breakfast, and knows his way around a grill. And when it comes to grilling, they’ve got the perfect spot for it: Their spacious backyard meets up with a stone patio that is just made for summer cookouts. A large stone fireplace flanked on either side by stone countertops, steel cabinetry, sinks, and a minifridge makes this any grillmaster’s dream. And what do you call Bob Huggins’ home without a few flying WVs? Nonexistent! West Virginia University’s blue and gold symbol is stamped all over the home: an etching on the shower glass, a large slab of bluestone on the patio, neon signs, decor, and wall art. Friends and family are important to the Hugginses and, with 17 televisions, a 16-seat home theatre, a fully stocked bar, and a pool table, it’s obvious they love to entertain. The bar in particular stands out, nestled snugly under a trophy case displaying basketballs from across Huggins’ career. Overstuffed couches and open planning give room for relaxation and togetherness. June Huggins always wanted such a room, but it wasn’t until the planning of this particular home that they finally got it. It’s not just family they love to surround themselves with, however, but the community as well. Goods and products from regional businesses were integrated into the construction and brought the home to life. From the granite supplied by Preferred Services in Morgantown to the glasswork created by a man in Ohio, this home celebrates community and hard work, showcasing it all in a way meant to be used and enjoyed. The couple still reside in their Suncrest home, with Bob Huggins on on track to become the No. 4 winningest Division I men’s college basketball coach of all time in the upcoming season. Let’s go, Mountaineers!
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