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contents
Makeover of the Month p. 70
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in every issue 14 Editor’s Letter 17 Home Front Expert tips, news and events from Atlanta’s home improvement community
25 Editor’s Picks Objects of desire
56 Garden Planner February’s to-do list
59 Notes from Bob & RodMan Ice storm precautions
61 CAHP Talk An accident waiting to happen?
65 Resource Finder Information at your fingertips
69 Editorial Resources
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Remodeling Age-proof kitchens and baths
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Great examples of this deliberate approach to home improvement are the winners of our “Decorating on a Dime” Contest, whose thoughtful projects are featured in this issue. Despite the differences, they are all intensely personal, with each space reflecting the owner’s tastes, values and lifestyle. We could all benefit from seizing their passion when making changes to our homes, no matter what budget. Here’s to creating a home you love.
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homefront Expert Tips, News and Happenings from Atlanta’s Home Improvement Community COMPILED BY KALI MALLARD
Show Us Your Best Before-and-After Projects
Expert Q&A
Atlanta Home Improvement is seeking entries for our annual Best Beforeand-After Contest, showcasing the best design, remodeling and renovation projects in the city. Winning projects will be judged by a panel of industry experts and featured in the July 2012 print and digital editions of Atlanta Home Improvement and on our website. Categories include: • • • •
Kitchens Bathrooms Complete home renovations Landscapes (including pools and spas) • Basements • Organizational features (closets, garages, pantries, etc.)
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Entries, including “before” and “after” photos and a project description, may be uploaded at www.atlantahomeimprovement.com/contest or e-mailed to editor@homeimprovementmag.com. Hurry! The deadline is Feb. 15.
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On Feb. 17-18, 2012, local interior and set designers, builders, landscapers, performing artists, caterers and more will roll out the red carpet at the Atlanta Expo Center for The Next Cool Event, a showcase of the talent and resources that make up Georgia’s growing entertainment industry infrastructure. Produced by Atlanta’s To The Trade Only marketing firm, the collaborative event will feature film- and television-inspired exhibits as backdrops for music and dance performances; hair, makeup and costume demonstrations; as well as food and drink. In its second year, the event is supported by the Georgia Production Partnership, Georgia Music Partners, The Recording Academy, Georgia Public Broadcasting, Sherwin-Williams, AVI, a Marvin Design Gallery, among others. While the weekend’s events are targeted to professionals in the entertainment industry, a limited number of tickets for the general public are available for The Next Cool Event through Ticket Alternative. Tickets to attend Red Carpet Cocktails (ages 21 and up) on the night of Friday, Feb. 17, are $50 and include access to film set installations, live performances and samples from more than 30 catering companies. Secure parking is $5, and alcoholic beverages are $5 (no minimum.) On Saturday, Feb. 18, the venue is open to the public (all ages) during the day for $10 admission, with all proceeds benefiting the What a Life Foundation. Tickets to the formal VIP Gala (ages 21 and up) from 7 p.m. to midnight, when television and film executives and other creative industry insiders will be in attendance, are $75. For tickets and more information, visit www.thenextcoolevent.com.
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Georgia Urban Agriculture Council Wins National Award The Professional Landcare Network (PLANET) has presented the Georgia Urban Agriculture Council (UAC) with a 2011 Association Partner of the Year Award. The award, which was announced at the national network’s Green Industry Conference in Louisville, Ky., honors a state or regional association and its executive director for contributions to the green industry within their state/region and nationally as a member of PLANET. The UAC and executive director Mary Kay Woodworth, along with nine other state and regional associations across the U.S., were recognized for conducting and assessing local contractor safety training programs. The UAC includes a number of local landscaping professionals, including members of the former Metro Atlanta Landscape and Turf Association (MALTA), the Georgia Turfgrass Association (GTA) and the Georgia Sod Producers Association (GSPA). For more information, visit www.urbanagcouncil.com.
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Fashion designer Jason Wu’s collection of bath fittings and accessories for luxury brand Brizo is turning heads with edgy lines and a matte black finish. The collection includes a coordinating lavatory faucet, towel holder, soap dispenser, wastebasket and more. The combination of Scandinavian and Baroque design elements brings runway-inspired style to the home this spring. $15-$799; www.brizo.com
Atlanta-based Amba Products has partnered with German manufacturer, Beyerle, to bring to the American market a range of contemporary sliding door hardware systems. The durable stainless steel rods and grips hold double or single glass or wood doors, which can be opened and closed effortlessly and quietly. In addition to creating a seamless look, the door systems work well in small spaces. $956-$1,056; www.ambaproducts. com
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Meyda Custom Lighting’s Oak Branch Chandel-Air offers dual functionality and superior aesthetics. The 56-inch-wide American-made fixture doubles as a dimmable light source and energysaving ceiling fan, which maintains warmth in the winter and cools in the summer. Its natural horn acrylic shade is complemented by hand-finished antique copper hardware. $3,751.20; www. carolinarustica.com
Schlage has released a first-of-its-kind door lock, featuring a builtin alarm that detects motion and vibration on contact. The alarm generates different sounds and signals to notify the homeowner of activity, tampering and forced entry, which is responsible for 70% of break-ins, according to Schlage. It’s an affordable home monitoring device that installs with just a screwdriver, no wiring required. $99; www. homedepot.com
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or this year’s “Decorating on a Dime” Contest we wanted to find out just how far $1,000 goes these days. Atlanta residents accepted the challenge and were happy to share their budget home decorating projects with us, including exactly how much each item cost. We hope the savings strategies of our winners will inspire you. www.atlantahomeimprovement.com
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evin wanted to do something special for his wife, Laura, for their eighth wedding
anniversary. “I wanted to give her
Teak dining set (Cost Plus World Market) ......................$159
something she would really love,”
Club chairs (Target) ...............................$130
says Zschach. “An outdoor space,
Water fountain (Home Depot) .................$99
quiet, a place to get away from
Lanterns (Pottery Barn Outlet) ................$42
the kids, and I hopefully have
Dishes and napkins (Old Time Pottery) ..$12
captured everything that she wanted.” So he decided to
Citronella candles (Pier 1) .........................$6
surprise her by transforming their lifeless back porch into
Placemats (Target) ....................................$8
an outdoor sanctuary.
Throw pillows (IKEA) .................................$8 Spray paint (Krylon) ..................................$4 Willow sticks (IKEA) ..................................$3 TOTAL ...................................................$471
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For three-and-half weeks, Kevin secretly cleaned, furnished and decorated the space, all on a shoestring budget. Many of the new features were upcycled or repurposed, such as bamboo roll-up curtains that were painted with large circles and stripes and hung as artwork above a pair of new wicker chairs. Kevin also mounted four reclaimed plantation shutters on the porch screen windows for architectural interest. Several items came from other parts of the house, such as a glass door from the front entrance, which replaced a damaged screen door; a chandelier from the kitchen, which was painted and retrofitted with candlesticks in place of light bulbs; and a sisal area rug from inside, which provides added comfort on the back porch. Using leftover wood scraps from previous projects, Kevin made a side table and two accent tables to go in the seating area. The kids’ toy chest also got a fresh coat of paint to blend in with the rest of the furniture. Because of his resourcefulness, Kevin was able to finish
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out the space with flair. In addition to the seating area, he was able to add a dining area with a new dining table, table linens and serveware. String lights and lanterns, throw pillows and a soothing water fountain provide the final touch. When the time for the big reveal arrived, Kevin grabbed a video camera to record the special moment and lead Laura with her eyes closed to the back porch along with their two young sons. A few moments later, Kevin tells Laura to open her eyes. “Oh my gosh!” Laura says in disbelief, taking in the dramatic transformation. “Oh… my… gosh.” “Happy anniversary!” Kevin says. “Oh my gosh,” she continues. “Kevin Zschach! How did you? This is amazing!” Now, not only do Kevin and Laura have a new and improved back
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surprises his wife with a well-furnished back porch for $471
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Non-Professional Honorable Mention Michelle Rothmeier, dining room, $910
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ince purchasing a 1952 ranchstyle home in March 2010, Michelle Rothmeier and her husband, David, have been
renovating and redecorating each room Dining Di i ttable bl (C (Costt Pl Plus W World ld M Market) k t) .............................. $450 Flat-weave area rug (IKEA) ............................................... $200 Wall paint (Behr) ................................................................. $50 Vintage dining chairs (Habitat for Humanity ReStore) and slipcovers (Kmart) ............................................................... $50 Chair cushions (Cost Plus World Market) ....................................$30 Pendant light and lighting kit (Crate & Barrel) .................... $25 Vintage books (Habitat for Humanity ReStore) .................. $20 Metallic spray paint (Krylon) ............................................... $15 Stencil for wine rack (Hobby Lobby) .................................. $15
to help bring out its charms. One of Michelle’s most recent projects, the dining room, showcases her “young traditional” style as well as her artistic abilities. After investing in a high-quality dining table, Michelle set about updating the rest of the space with paint, fabric and inexpensive accessories. She even made the large sunburst mirror that hangs on the dining room wall by
Blank canvas (Hobby Lobby) & painter’s tape (Scotch Blue) ....$15
gluing cut bamboo sticks onto a round mirror and covering it with
Throw pillows (IKEA and Target) ......................................... $15
metallic spray paint. “I find that I often change out pieces like art
Round mirror (Target) .......................................................... $10
and linens in my home, so these inexpensive but fun DIY projects
Vases (IKEA) ....................................................................... $10
suit our space well,” Michelle says. An attorney by day, Michelle
Bamboo sticks (Michaels) .................................................... $5
recounts her home makeover adventures and offers design tips and
TOTAL ............................................................................... $910
inspiration on her blog Ten June (www.tenjuneblog.com).
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Non-Professional Honorable Mention Jeannette Sola-Below, master bedroom, $990
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o capitalize on scenic views of the surrounding mountains and forest, Jeannette Sola-Below and her husband, Kenny, chose to
convert the third-story loft of their rustic barn
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home into a master bedroom retreat. With
Two cow hide area rugs (roadside vendor) ............... $375
plenty of space to play with but not much of
Materials for bed frame (The Home Depot) ............... $150 Bedding (IKEA) ............................................................ $105 Table lamps (Home Goods) .......................................... $80 Exterior door (www.theliquidatorsatcumming.com) ... $75 Lamp shades (IKEA) ..................................................... $40 Dresser (Waypoint Center Thrift Store) ........................ $35
a budget for renovations, the couple focused in on furnishings and custom details to make it their own. “I knew that wallpaper would be out of my budget, so I decided to hand-paint birch trees around the perimeter of the room,” Jeannette says. She and her husband also built a platform bed frame, using a reclaimed fireplace mantel as the headboard. “Except for our bedding, table lamps and cowhide rugs, all the furnishings were bought at thrift shops and given a new look,”
Paint and supplies (The Home Depot) ......................... $35 Curtain hardware (Ross) ............................................... $30 Night stands (Thrift Store DcC’s Ministry) ................... $25
Jeanette says. Other improvements include the installation of decorative
Desk (Atlanta Union Mission Thrift Store) .................... $20
lampshades to cover unsightly light bulbs on the ceiling fans and
Curtains (Goodwill) ........................................................ $10
replacement of the door to the adjacent screened porch to maximize the
Throw pillows (Goodwill) ............................................... $10
view.
TOTAL .......................................................................... $990
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Professional Winner Yamini Mudaliar, Urbanmotifs LLC (www.urbanmotifs.com)
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asked with creating a standout guest bedroom on a budget, Yamini Mudaliar, chief designer at Urbanmotifs LLC, selected a color palette of blues and yellows along with custom artwork
to transform the space. At the center of the redo is a handmade, hand-printed linen headboard framed with
Wall lights and wiring (Lowe’s) ........$175.00
distressed wood trim that matches the work done on
Occasional chair (TJ Maxx) .............$117.00
the dresser in the room, a Craigslist find. Surrounding
Quilt (Target) ......................................$98.00 Linen fabric (Jo-Ann) .........................$80.00 Paint and paint tools (Lowe’s) ...........$75.00 Crown molding (Lowe’s) ....................$61.00 Dresser (Craigslist) ............................$45.00 Bedspread (TJ Maxx) ........................$39.99 Side table (This, That and the Other, Duluth consignment store) .................$35.00 Curtains and curtain rod (TJ Maxx) ...$35.00
the headboard on either side is an elegant stencil pattern Mudaliar found online, which creates the illusion of vertical space and softens the lines of the accent wall. Coordinating bed linens and throw pillows introduce yellow into the design, adding contrast and interest to the focal point of the room. To top it off, Mudaliar hung up canvas art that she hand-painted and displayed a collection of sculptures on the dresser and night stand. Completed in just four days, the bedroom “went from being ‘just a space’ to a chic and boutique-looking bedroom all for under $1,000,” says Mudaliar.
Throw pillows on bed (Target) ...........$25.98 Blank canvas for artwork (Michaels) ... $24.99 1x4 boards (The Home Depot) ..........$20.00 Area rug (Target) ................................$19.99 Horse sculpture (IKEA) ......................$15.99 Bed skirt (Target) ................................$15.99 Sculpture on side table (Puerto Rico vacation souvenir) .........$15.00 Basket (TJ Maxx) ...............................$12.99 Throw pillow on chair (TJ Maxx) ........$12.00 Laminate for free printable stencil (FedEx) .....................................$7.99 Olive oil bottle planter (Cost Plus World Market) .....................$3.99 TOTAL ..............................................$935.90
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Professional Honorable Mention Joann Kandrac and Kelly Kole, Kandrac & Kole Interior Designs, Inc. (www.kandrac-kole.com), conference room, $993
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hen designing a new conference room for their Acworth-based design firm, Joann Kandrac and Kelly Kole
looked to the colors associated with their branding—pink and green—for inspiration. “We
Area rug (Home Decorators Collection) ............................................$359 Fabric for stretchers (Mod Green Pod) ....$180
wanted the space to be brightly colored to bring us creative energy but still be sophisticated enough to appeal to our clients,” says Kole.
Bookcase (IKEA) ...................................$129
First, the duo painted the walls in the previously empty room grass green. Then,
Chandelier (IKEA) ....................................$89
furniture selection began. The designers decided to use an antique dining table
Stretchers (IKEA) ....................................$60
that had belonged to Joann’s grandmother as a conference table to complement
Six side chairs (Scott Antique Market) ...$60
the historic architecture of their building. A set of eight matching chairs were
Paint (Sherwin-Williams) and vinyl (Norbar) for chairs ..........................$60
located at a flea market and updated with bright pink paint and white patent
Wall paint (Sherwin-Williams) .................$56
houndstooth area rug and a statement-making chandelier to pull it all together,
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the designers are ready to do business.
$993
vinyl seats. With the addition of handmade canvas art, a black-and-white
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Design Options
Functional Features
Perhaps the most visible trend is the finish itself. Most
With an overall style in mind, it’s time to customize with
appliances come standard in white, black and stainless
cutting-edge features. Technology today is ever-changing,
steel, with stainless steel emerging as the dominant
and in the realm of appliances, it’s as fast-paced as ever.
choice. However, for those homeowners who want to
Today’s tech-savvy appliances can do everything from
create their own signature look, some manufacturers are
alerting the homeowner when repairs are needed to
offering appliances in an array of colors. “Viking has 24
induction cooking a complete meal in mere minutes.
color options for those clients who want a splash of color
Miele’s RemoteVision™ technology uses a wireless internet
as a focal point in their kitchen,” says Lisa Connor, district
connection to monitor every appliance in a home. If a
sales manager at HADCO in Suwanee (www.hadco.net).
malfunction is detected, Miele’s customer service center
“This trend has really become a popular option for many
immediately contacts the homeowner—or a contact listed on
homeowners.”
your call sheet—and dispatches a service contractor to fix the
Another progressive trend is a move toward the integrated
problem. “This service is particularly good for refrigeration
kitchen. Instead of displaying appliances’ flashy finishes,
and wine storage units,” says Jeff Watson, sales and showroom
many homeowners are opting instead to cover them
manager at Sewell Appliance Sales & Service in Sandy Springs
up, creating a sleek, unified look. Although many
(www.sewellappliance.com). “People invest thousands of
appliance manufacturers sell these concealing panels,
dollars in their wine collection, and this technology could
a cabinetmaker can create custom panels to match the
prevent a tremendous loss of product and investment.”
wood, style and design of any existing kitchen. “While most manufacturers do provide the specifications for
Cooktops and Ovens
custom panels, we prefer to measure and craft the
Putting a modern twist on an old European concept,
panels after the appliance is delivered,” says Bobby
manufacturers are transforming the art of cooking with ultra-
Dulin, president of Cabinet Resources in Suwanee (www.
efficient and time-saving induction cooktops. By heating
cabinetresources.com). “This not only assures accuracy,
cookware through magnetic friction, these cooktops only
but also a custom fit.”
produce the energy needed to heat the bottom of the pan, thus
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providing even heat distribution. With concentrated energy to
Wolf Showroom Atlanta (www.subzero-wolf.com/showroom/
the pan, users experience rapid boils, quicker heat turn-down
atlanta). With this feature, cooking times are slashed by up
times and an unprecedented sense of control that used to
to 25%, resulting in savings on all fronts.
only be associated with gas cooking. “Induction is an amazing method for cooking,” says John Arnott, owner of Kitchens
Microwaves
Complete, Inc., in Atlanta (www.kitchenscomplete.com). “I use
Microwaves continue to offer quick and convenient cooking
it, I teach it and I am sold on its long-term practicality and its
with speed and steam versions now available. Combine that
ability to maintain power and control of the heat source.”
technology with the space-saving microwave drawer, and
As induction takes hold, many makers are investigating the
it’s a safe and viable cooking option for every member of the
diversity of the method, including options for induction
family. “Microwave drawers can be installed under the counter
stoves. Until that takes off, Christopher J. Grubb, president
wherever they are needed,” says Debra Bobo, a designer at CSI
of Arch-Interiors Design Group, Inc., in Beverly Hills, Calif.,
Kitchen & Bath Studio in Norcross (www.csikitchenandbath.
(www.archinteriors.com) is throwing his support behind
com). “This enhances the convenience factor by making them
German manufacturer Gaggenau’s Vario VI411 induction
easily accessible for children and the handicapped alike.”
cooktop, which instantly recognizes the size of the pot or pan, automatically heating only that area for concentrated
Refrigerators and Freezers
efficiency and keeping the rest of the cooktop cool.
Cooktops and ovens aren’t the only appliances that have
With so much emphasis on energy- and time-saving
developed attention-grabbing features and upgrades. Many
appliances, Wolf developed a convection steam oven that
refrigerator and freezer makers are answering industry
combines the largest internal cavity in the industry with
demands for space-saving versions with the release
a water tank that’s easy to access and fill for quick and
of customizable column units. Sub-Zero, for example,
versatile cooking. “The convection steam oven does not have
introduced 27-inch units that can be customized with
to be plumbed because it has its own water tank that lasts
drawers or shelves for the perfect personal fit. Pair that with
90 minutes and can be refilled while cooking is in process,”
internal water and ice dispensers, and the column can easily
says Diane Coker, marketing representative at Sub-Zero and
be retrofitted for an integrated look.
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Test drive You would never buy a car without taking it for a test drive first, but what about kitchen appliances? Most homeowners do their research, list the pros and cons and determine which appliances are right for their needs—on paper. But, when they make their final purchase, they don’t actually test their new addition until it’s snugly installed in their home. Not anymore. With designer showrooms accompanying many dealer and manufacturer spaces, homeowners can test appliances before they make the ultimate buying decision. “When you’re checking out appliances, try to make an appointment to ensure a salesperson can devote the proper time to educating you on the features and differences in models,” says Christopher J. Grubb, president of Arch-Interiors Design Group, Inc., in Beverly Hills, Calif. “Also, if you are using a designer, speak with him or her early in the process so you can discuss the kind of appliances you desire, and make sure the project is designed accordingly.”
Before you buy Follow these tips on the hunt for new appliances: • Compare the same type of appliance from several manufacturers. • Read the warranty. Does it cover the entire product? Only certain parts? Is labor included? How long does the warranty last? • Read the use and care manual to find out how the product operates and how much maintenance is required. • Decide which features you will really use. Consider the possibility of adding features at a later date, such as installing an icemaker in a refrigerator. • Decide what capacity or size your family requires based on need and space available. • Make sure halls and doorways allow clearance for entry and installation. • Establish the cost of delivery and installation. Are they included in the price of the appliance? • Make sure authorized factory service is readily available in your area for the brand you select. • Check the design to make sure it meets your needs and accommodates your habits and favorite cookware. • Compare price in relation to convenience and service, which will vary by model. Price tends to increase as features are added. • Avoid overloaded circuits by making sure your house has adequate electrical service for the appliance. Check for adequately grounded, three-hole receptacles. —Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers, www.aham.org Photo courtesy of Vent-a-Hood of Georgia www.atlantahomeimprovement.com
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Waterfalls: Aesthetic and practical Waterfalls are prime options for pool add-ons
What does he recommend on the aesthetic
because they add character and achieve a
side? Unity. “… Consider the style of your
luxury feel without the cost. Nearly any in-
existing pool and home architecture,” he says.
ground pool can be retrofitted with the water
“If your home’s style is rustic or natural, a
feature; add to that a fairly low price point and
natural waterfall works well. If your home is
faux rock that looks more realistic than ever,
more traditional or formal, perhaps consider a
and you have a pool element that seems like a
fountain.”
no-brainer. When incorporated with a grotto—
The cost of a waterfall or grotto varies
nooks usually equipped with additional
by material and size, but some kits can
lighting, landscaping and seating—waterfalls
be purchased for $1,200, not including
create great tropical retreats.
installation, while others range from $5,000
Perhaps the best news is waterfalls have
to $10,000. In a recent project in Decatur,
practical benefits. The sound is soothing, but it
Outside Landscape Group embarked on
also creates a sound barrier from street noise.
a complete backyard landscape and pool
The movement of the water is a plus too; it can
construction project. “The project budget was
keep a pool from becoming stagnant and helps
in the +/-$130,000 range,” Kaldrovics says. “The
aerate the water.
homeowners desired a backyard oasis
Adding a waterfall or grotto is fairly
complete with waterfalls and palm trees. We
painless. The process involves simply
designed a unique pool with a raised spa
adding a pump and recirculating the water
with a waterfall and swim-under grotto. We
back into the pool, says Rick Kaldrovics,
also designed a separate outdoor living space
owner of Outside Landscape Group (www.
which includes an overhead pergola and stone
outsidelandscapegroup.com) in Alpharetta.
fire pit.”
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Vanishing edges: An infinite vista Perhaps the most dramatic pool design
Because they are considerably more
innovation of the past decade is the infinity
expensive—build-outs range from $10,000
pool, or vanishing-edge pool, which creates
to $50,000 and require experienced
the look of water stretching to the horizon.
professionals—homeowners with fenced
It’s an optical illusion, of course—the water is
backyards or other non-vista elements
flowing over a lowered edge, dropping into a
would be wasting their money installing
catch basin below and filtering back up into
such a feature. “As they say in real estate:
the pool. Or, some pools are constructed with
location, location, location,” says Evan
two tiers, where the vanishing edge allows
Horning, director of sales at Neptune Pools
water from the upper level to flow into the
(www.neptunepools.com) in Sugar Hill.
lower, creating both an infinity pool and a
“For clients where the budget is not the
waterfall. “One of our favorite benefits to a
primary concern, a vanishing-edge design
vanishing edge is the waterfall or water-wall
can add a dramatic element to almost
that is created below the edge,” says Brad
any project. Where the budget is a little
Renken, senior designer at Sunbelt Pools of
more sensitive, I would not recommend
Georgia (www.sunbeltpoolsofgeorgia.com) in
a vanishing edge unless the location can
Atlanta. “We often try to create small private
justify the bang for the buck. Properties
spaces with a view of this feature.”
with long-range views, water views and
If this sounds attractive, it’s important
mountain views are prime candidates for a
to note that infinity pools require a view.
vanishing-edge design.”
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Vanishing Edges – Site Unseen “The driving factor for a vanishing-edge pool is proper elevation change across the site. Typically, vanishingedge homes work best on sites that slope down from the house toward the back of the property. This allows the retaining wall along the back of the pool to also act as the vanishingedge wall.” —Nicholas Harrell, registered landscape architect, CORE Landscape Group, Atlanta
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TREND Swim spas: For active homeowners Pools aren’t just for relaxation. Swimming
com) in Roswell. “Our Desjoyaux System
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is ideal for this, as it pumps 207 gallons
low-impact form of exercise. But since the
per minute on high speed.” Many models
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also feature additional fitness equipment
Olympic-sized lap pool in the backyard,
like a rowing kit and resistance bands for
can swimming really be a viable option? It
a comprehensive workout. The average
can be, thanks to swim spas.
price is around $15,000, climbing to more
Swim spas are exactly what they sound
than $40,000 for the Michael Phelps
like—hot tubs designed for a workout.
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With a flat bottom and no benches, the
One of the biggest benefits of a swim spa
spa has jets that create a current strong
is that it can be installed indoors or out,
enough for a person to swim in place,
in-ground or above, and in relatively small
kind of like a treadmill. “A swim spa is a
spaces; most start at just 12 feet long and
very small pool with jets that can allow
8 feet wide and are a minimum of 4 feet
for resistance swimming,” says Scott
deep. And the best part is: a swim spa
Thompson, executive vice president of
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Swim Spas – Best of Both Worlds “A swim spa is a good option for someone looking to swim for exercise or therapy without the large space requirement. People who have room for a more standard pool might consider adding a resistance jet system so they can have the best of both worlds.” —Evan Horning, director of sales, Neptune Pools, Sugar Hill
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Luxury upgrades: For a customized experience
TREND
For those who consider luxury a spa’s most
remote igniters, custom-tiled waterslides,
important function, there are many ways to
fog systems, geothermal heating systems,
increase the “wow” factor. Features such as
sonar safety alarm systems, underwater
swim-up bars, outdoor kitchens and fire pit
windows, outdoor kitchens and tanning
upgrades are increasingly popular, creating
ledges. “Bringing the element of fire into
a complete outdoor living experience. “Many
the design is a trend that seems to be
clients are looking to create that resort feel
increasing,” says Horning. “We are doing
they had on vacation and want some of the
more and more fire pits, fireplaces and
items they experienced incorporated into
fire effects every year. Some of these are
their pool and spa design,” says Gray Timms,
functional and some are used just for the
managing partner at Unique Outdoor
effect.”
Concepts (www.uniqueoutdoorconcepts.
Suped-up pools and spas are just one
com) in Cumming. “These luxury items add
element of today’s popular outdoor
more reasons to entertain at home and,
living spaces, which seek to blur the
more importantly, keep the family together
line between home and yard for year-
to enjoy that backyard retreat.”
round enjoyment. That was the goal of a
Luxury upgrades provide a completely
recent project by CORE Landscape Group
different aquatic experience and often add
(www.coreatlanta.com) and Jones Pierce
more than aesthetic value. “Pools and spas
Architects (www.jonespierce.com). “The
with these types of add-on features tend to
scope of the landscape redesign included
get used more often than just a basic pool or
a new swimming pool and raised spa,
spa,” says Horning. “Some of these upgrades
large lounge area set into the existing
can make the maintenance and operation
slope, circular lawn, outdoor kitchen,
of a pool easier and less time consuming.
large boulders set into the slope and
Others can save money by reducing the cost
extensive landscaping,” says Nicholas
of chemicals and some, quite simply, just
Harrell, registered landscape architect
look cool.”
at CORE Landscape Group in Atlanta.
Neptune Pools has installed luxury
“The architectural renovations include a
features in many local projects, including
beautiful, heavy timber porch and a brick
swim-up bars, fire pits and urns with
fireplace with cast-stone accents.”
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Luxury Upgrades – Keep Goals in Mind “If you’re considering luxury upgrades, look at your goals, how long you plan to live in the house, who will most use the space, how often you will entertain and how many people will enjoy the space… Is it more for children, recreation, exercise, adult entertainment or family gatherings? What budget are you considering? Ask yourself these questions first, and the answers and types of add-ons begin to define themselves.” —Rick Kaldrovics, owner, Outside Landscape Group, Alpharetta
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Robotic cleaners: Work smarter Inevitably, pools and spas need to be
“Most robotic cleaners filter to a finer
also can help reduce the germination of
cleaned and maintained, which used
degree, measured in microns, than
algae and bacteria, decreasing the need
to be a homeowner’s worst nightmare.
other cleaners,� says Jerry Crane,
for extra chemicals.
No longer. Robotic pool cleaners are
commercial sales manager at Sunbelt
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the latest innovation in pool-cleaning
Pools. “They also don’t need to be
technology. Looking like a cross
‘installed’ since they are just plugged
between a remote-control car and a
in and dropped in the pool. Since
droid from Star Wars, they do the work
there is no real installation, you
for you.
can take it with you if you move to
These self-propelled, electric bots are
another house with a pool. Because
essentially like underwater Roombas,
they clean so much better and faster,
the automatic vacuum cleaners by
you don’t have to leave them in all
iRobot. They use scrubbers, brushes
the time, so they aren’t an obstacle
and suction technology to remove pool
or an eyesore like most traditional
and spa debris, which is collected into
cleaners.�
an easy-to-remove cartridge that can
Of course, the luxury of automated
be emptied into the garbage. Most of
cleaning comes at a cost (most are
the systems run on electricity via a
priced between $500 and $1,000),
waterproof power cord and can either
but they earn their keep—some
be set to clean the pool automatically—
can clean pools with a volume of
using sensors to navigate the floor, walls
8,000 cubic feet. In the end, automatic
and waterline—or a remote control.
cleaners aren’t just convenient; they
Robotic Cleaners – Buy Local “Buy locally from a true year-round pool store that services what they sell. Don’t expect to buy one online and then have it serviced at a brickand-mortar store. Make sure the cleaner has at least a one-year warranty, but beware of very long warranties, as they may be heavily prorated. Last but not least, read the manual first!� —Jerry Crane, commercial sales manager, Sunbelt Pools of Georgia, Atlanta
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February is unpredictable in Atlanta—if warm winter weather prevails, tulips and daffodils could be in bloom with Lenten roses and forsythia showing their lovely flowers! Frosty weather will certainly continue (Remember that ice and snow in late February and early March are not unheard of), but take advantage of those balmy February days and enjoy spending time in the garden. Garden Maintenance
➤ Enjoy the flowering bulbs that are popping up daily—bring some inside and brighten up your home on these late-winter days!
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Bring forsythia, quince, pussy willow and dogwood branches indoors to
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➤ Don’t forget to water new plantings. A good, deep watering once a week is sufficient. Mulch and water established trees and shrubs, too, if rainfall is scarce.
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➤ Clean out birdhouses in preparation for new arrivals. Bluebirds arrive in metro Atlanta by mid-February. Make sure bluebird houses are ready at this time, although they will nest later in the spring.
Mary Kay Woodworth is executive director of the Georgia Urban Agriculture Council (UAC). She previously ran Practically Gardening, a landscape consulting firm, and was Master Gardener Coordinator for the DeKalb County Cooperative Extension Service. Mary Kay is a frequent speaker at area schools, garden clubs, civic organizations and trade shows. info@urbanagcouncil.com
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J. LINDER DESIGN AND CONSULTANTS J. Linder Design and Consultants specializes in creating sustainable outdoor living spaces through creative problem solving techniques. After installation our expert horticulturists are able to maintain the aesthetics with a detailed landscape management program.
(404) 207-8142 Services: • Landscape Design • Landscape Installation • Landscape Management • Garden Maintenance
www.jlinderdesignandconsultant.com Tip of the month: It is best to prune roses between February and March 15th.
PDI PLUMBING & LIGHTING Remodeling? Building your dream home? Let PDI’s knowledgeable Showroom Consultants help you select products to fit your taste and budget. When its time to update your home with the latest in plumbing and lighting fixtures, you want two things: an intimate, personal shopping experience and your pick of all the best brands. That’s why homeowners choose PDI!
QUINN WINDOWS & SIDING Quinn Windows & Siding is a family-owned, family-run remodeling company with over 30 years of experience in the Atlanta area. We specialize in energy-saving exterior remodeling: windows, siding, doors, sunrooms and more. Why should you hire Quinn Windows? We offer the widest selection of home improvement products that will lower maintenance costs and slash energy bills. Our prices are fair and upfront.
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Expert Tips, News and Happenings from Atlanta’s Home Improvement Community COMPILED BY KALI MALLARD
Show Us Your Best Before-and-After Projects
Atlanta Home Improvement is seeking entries for our annual Best Beforeand-After Contest, showcasing the best design, remodeling and renovation projects in the city. Winning projects will be judged by a panel of industry experts and featured in the July 2012 print and digital editions of Atlanta Home Improvement and on our website. Categories include: • Kitchens • Bathrooms • Complete home renovations • Landscapes (including pools and spas) • Basements • Organizational features (closets, garages, pantries, etc.)
• Kids’ rooms • Bedrooms • Interior design features • Green home makeovers • Patios, porches and decks • Bonus rooms (libraries, wine cellars, media rooms, etc.) • Other
Entries, including “before” and “after” photos and a project description, may be uploaded at www.atlantahomeimprovement.com/contest or e-mailed to editor@homeimprovementmag.com. Hurry! The deadline is Feb. 15.
Here are some of the winning projects from last year: PATIO/DECK
INTERIOR DESIGN
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• French deco and mid-century furnishings
• men’s suiting textiles such as tweed and herringbone used as upholstery • high-gloss paint on walls (when prepared properly) • grasscloth wallcoverings
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• white marble (always timeless and luxurious!)
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KITCHEN APPLIANCES P. 38-43 Arch-Interiors Smart Design Group, Inc., (310) 652-7600, I www.archinteriors. com. Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers, (202) 872-5955, www.aham.org. Cabinet Resources, 4189 Capital View Drive, Suwanee, GA 30024, (770) 932-9910, www.cabinetresources.com. CSI Kitchen & Bath Studio, 6527 Jimmy Carter Blvd., Suite C-2, Norcross, GA 30071, (770) 729-1999, www.csikitchenandbath.com. HADCO, 325 Horizon Drive, Suwanee, GA 30024, (770) 932-7282, www.hadco.net. Kitchens Complete, Inc., (770) 552-0433, www.kitchenscomplete.com. Sewell Appliance Sales & Service, 7455 Trowbridge Road NE, Sandy Springs, GA 30328, (404) 255-0640, www.sewellappliance.com. SubZero and Wolf Atlanta, (770) 921-9373, www.subzerowolf.com/showroom/atlanta.
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Appliance From design and convenience to performance and control, today’s kitchen appliances offer something for everyone
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t’s often been said that the kitchen is the heart of the home. As the epicenter for grand gatherings and casual gettogethers, it’s no wonder most homeowners strive to create a well-designed space with cutting-edge conveniences. Although kitchen styles can certainly run the gamut based on personal preference— contemporary vs. traditional and everything in between—there are a few standout trends and features, particularly in appliances, that homeowners eagerly incorporate.
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POOLS AND SPAS SPECIAL SECTION L P. 44-55 CORE Landscape Group, 1692 Springer Street, Suite D, Atlanta, GA 30318, (770) 951-5500, www.coreatlanta. com. Desjoyaux Pools, 11007 Alpharetta Highway, Roswell, GA 30076, (770) 225-0825, www.desjoyauxpools. com. Jones Pierce Architects, 553-3 Amsterdam Ave., Atlanta, GA 30306, (404) 688-1050, www.jonespierce.com. Neptune Pools, 1230 Peachtree Industrial Blvd., Sugar Hill, GA 30518, (770) 831-5415, www.neptunepools.com. Outside Landscape Group, 11435 N. Fulton Industrial Blvd., Alpharetta, GA 30009, (770) 754-1188, www. outsidelandscapegroup.com. Sunbelt Pools of Georgia, 3596 Oakcliff Road, Atlanta, GA 30340, (770) 455-7770, www.sunbeltpoolsofgeorgia.com. Unique Outdoor Concepts, (678) 712-1944, www.uniqueoutdoorconcepts. com.
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Pools & Spas
Dive into five of today’s top pool and spa features
By Margaret Price and Tim Schuler
ike many things in the world, pools and spas have changed—mostly thanks to technology. From droid-like automaticcleaning machines to full-fitness swim spas, there are more benefits to water recreation than ever before. Many of the newest options also can improve comfort, health or even the value of your home. Here, Atlanta Home Improvement offers a survey of five of the top trends.
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Like many things in the world, pools and spas have changed—mostly thanks to technology. From droid-like automatic-cleaning machines to full-fitness swim spas, there are more benefits to water recreation than ever before. Many of the newest options also can improve comfort, health or even the value of your home. Here, Atlanta Home Improvement offers a survey of five of the top trends.
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makeoverofthemonth Rethinking the Layout Makeover by Designs by BSB, (404) 456-8799, www.designsbybsb.com BY KALI MALLARD
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• ISLAND COUNTERTOP Craft Art, www.craft-art.com
• CUSTOM CABINETRY Designs by BSB www.designsbybsb. com
• RANGE Wolf, www.subzero-wolf. com
What started as a cluttered, storage-challenged kitchen with a poor layout now looks and functions better than ever. To maximize space, the existing peninsula was removed and a new island was placed in the center of the kitchen, creating an open layout that incorporates the adjacent dining area. The custom maple island with beadboard-style end panels and 3-inch-thick Tigerwood countertop provides needed storage space and a centralized work surface. Surrounding the island are custom perimeter cabinets, painted Benjamin Moore “Putnam Ivory,” that feature a built-in refrigerator, convection microwave, warming drawer, professional-grade range, dishwasher and wine cooler. Finished with marble countertops and backsplashes in addition to low-maintenance hard-surface flooring, the kitchen is now space savvy and streamlined.
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