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Season’s Gatherings Set a seriously stylish tabletop this holiday season

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Winter’s Embrace Seasonal traditions reign supreme in a new home by Lynne T. Rankin

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Northern Exposure Brian Patrick Flynn transforms a historic Reykjavik penthouse

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Masters of Design 35 who have left their inimitable mark

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Passport to Style AH&L’s travel guide this season

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Real Estate Property Report Calendar Happenings this month Naomi On classic holiday fashions Dish Common Ground’s Bazati Influencers 35 culinary innovators End Note Suzanna on 35 years of AHL Editor’s Letter Ad Index

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All that Sparkles Suzanne Kasler deftly injects glamour into a peaceful palette for the interiors of a Buckhead Georgian

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Pride & Passion

On the Cover

The personal residence of R. Hughes’ Ryan Hughes is cozy, inviting and deceptively down to earth

Interior Design by SUZANNE KASLER Photography by ERICA GEORGE DINES

Beauty on the Bayou A Louisiana couple enlists an Ateam of Atlantans to design and build their forever home

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WE’VE COME A LONG WAY, BABY. From our first publication in 1983, which briefly went by the name Southern Homes, through six editors (and several ownerships) and into today’s digital age, it’s been quite a ride.

One thing that hasn’t changed in the last 35 years: our city’s collective attention to our homes. More important than our wardrobes, cars or handbags,

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our houses act as our personal calling cards, our introductions into the way we envision ourselves—and interact with our friends and family. From the pitch of our upholstered seats and the proximity of drink tables, to our house cocktails, crushed ice and linen napkins...to prized porcelain, family silver and other inherited treasures—just add a sense of humor and a sly smile, and you’re right at home in any number of stylish Atlanta retreats.

Today’s buzzword, “influencer,” may cue a few eye rolls, but in this issue, we chronicle the brilliant minds who have influenced our ever-evolving—and increasingly sophisticated—landscape of taste and style. Associate Editor Claire Ruhlin curates the list of local culinary brilliance on page 44, and on page 32, we present our own A-List, chronicling 35 designers whose significance to our city’s design identity cannot be understated.

Also featured are three distinctly different projects, each indicative of the fast-paced direction of Atlanta design. Interior designer Suzanne Kasler, who glamorous home in Buckhead (page 50). A design dream team—Historical Concepts, Carter Kay Interiors and Hooten Land Design— extend the boundaries of their design prowess to Louisiana (page 74). And Ryan Hughes, who has carried the torch toward contemporary style since he opened his ADAC showroom in 2010, invites us inside his high-contrast personal abode (page 64).

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The blue-and-white chairs with a needlepointlike tapestry from Brunschwig & Fils surround the table year-round. Folk art ďŹ gurines inspired by childlike toys (created by Debbee Thibault and through Erika Reade Ltd.) update the bookshelves for the season. Tulips and holly berries combine in the oral centerpiece by Susan Massar of The Flower Lady, which Bentley placed in a silver Gorham wine cooler, circa 1885, from Beverly Bremer Silver Shop.

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MERRY MOMENTS

Colorful collections provide the backdrop for a table topped with Christmas cheer Written by LORI JOHNSTON

Photographed by DAVID CHRISTENSEN

JUDY BENTLEY ENVISIONED hosting dear friends for an intimate holiday brunch as she transformed the game table in her great room into a cheerful setting. A red tablecloth in a Kravet velvet provides the rich backdrop for a classic holiday look in her Atlanta townhouse.

Although red and green are traditional holiday hues, Bentley saw no need to pack up her blue-and-white porcelain, which were acquired through travels and purchased from favorite shops around the world. “Every time I look at a piece of porcelain, it brings back a memory of a time, a place, or a person. That’s what Christmas does, also,” says Bentley, who is the owner of design firm Interior Views.

The crisp strawberry pattern on the Wedgwood china, which she’s collected since her twenties, makes a seamless transition to the holidays when paired with red and clear crystal stemware dotted with bubbles, and Cartier gift boxes.

Folk art figurines, angels and Santa Clauses take their annual positions in the built-in bookshelf. Accessories, such as leopard-print stockings and fortune cookie ornaments, lend a humorous wink to St. Nick. Seasonal decor should evoke feeling and bring together favorite things, she says, making holiday events with family and friends even more time-honored and meaningful.

clockwise, from left Custom, white monogrammed linens by Nancy Stanley Waud Fine Linens in Beverly Hills are paired with the Wedgwood china, Gorham Strasbourg silverware and Saint Louis crystal stemware.

Fortune cookie ornaments with a touch of gold spark humor.

Leopard is a signature element for the designer, who found the festive stockings at B.D. Jeffries. The martini shaker collection includes an art deco-style penguin

by Napier, as well as festive red and green shakers.

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THAT TIME OF YEAR

Robert Brown rings in the New Year in style Written by Lori Johnston

Photographed by DAVID CHRISTENSEN

above Modern Mikasa Winslet accent plates are paired with everyday Wedgwood china in a timeless table setting with gold flatware from West Elm and Riedel crystal. left A black étagère from Baker’s Barbara Barry Collection keeps desserts, coffee and Champagne on hand. right Vintage, abstract artwork rests on a striking sideboard by Andre Arbus with a parchment finish and forged iron columns. Wooden frame chairs by Robert Brown and upholstered Baker chairs surround the custom, 60-inch round table designed

by Brown.

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The black-and-white dining room blends vintage mid-century modern pieces, such as the lantern and sideboard, with newer pieces, such as the lacquered dining table, abstract art and brass and bronze sculptures.

A TABLESCAPE WORTHY of a celebratory New Year’s Eve dinner among friends doesn’t require disposable decorations like balloons, or plastic hats. Instead, noted interior designer Robert Brown drew from classic attire—tuxedos, little black dresses and top hats—for this sophisticated celebration.

In a time when casual dining is the norm, these special occasions help us enjoy the finer things, he says. “It’s OK to dress up and sit in the dining room.”

Gold, silver, black and white offer a neutral palette on the heels of the colorful holiday season. A contemporary Barbara Barry etagere keeps dessert, drinks and drinkware nearby, while assorted

chairs complement each other. Brown, owner of Robert Brown Interior Design and Townhouse, his retail store, designed the round pedestal dining table, which features a pianolike ebony finish.

A New Year’s Eve dinner is a time to consider the past, present and future: “My firm’s work is to do things that are long-lasting,” he says. The vintage geometric pendant and an Andre Arbus sideboard mix in mid-century sensibilities.

His firm’s designs traditionally aren’t overly thematic, but he gave a nod to the moment with a china pattern that evokes an antique pocket watch, while brass clocks placed at each table setting add equal parts whimsy and drama.

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clockwise, from left Delicate silver bell ornaments were given to Bosbyshell by her grandmother each year. Pup Magnolia is holiday-ready with a chartreuse ribbon.

Alongside newer elements, Bosbyshell incorporated silver pieces inherited from her grandmother. An India Armory tablecloth provides a contemporary backdrop for the table settings. opposite Interior designer Clary Bosbyshell cultivated a fresh-meets-festive feel in her party-ready dining room.

FESTIVE & FRESH

This party-ready dining room combines traditional appeal with fresh, subtle flair Written by CLAIRE RUHLIN

Photographed by DAVID CHRISTENSEN

INTERIOR DESIGNER CLARY BOSBYSHELL envisioned a Christmas-morning brunch—one that could easily transition into an all-day affair—when designing this festive yet fresh tablescape. “I really wanted to create a holiday Christmas table that didn’t scream ‘Merry Christmas’ but that also incorporated family heirlooms and small touches of that holiday feel,” Bosbyshell says.

Inspired by Tory Burch’s iconic green-and-white living room, the designer used Anna Weatherley’s chic tulip plates as her starting point and anchored the room with shades of chartreuse. Modern pieces—such as a custom chandelier by Julie Neill Designs and an abstract painting—mingle with antique treasures including a French chest and silver that originally belonged to Bosbyshell’s grandmother and mother. Dining chairs (Suzanne Kasler for Hickory Chair) impart a classic silhouette, while an animal-print fabric adds a playful element.

For a subtle nod to the holidays, Bosbyshell incorporated small silver bells (gifts from her grandmother), along with a fully decked miniature Christmas tree that was handmade by her mother-in-law. “I love the mix, incorporating beautiful antiques with more contemporary items,” she says. “I wanted to show that you can still incorporate your mother’s beautiful silver but in a more fresh, updated and young feel.”

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Seasonal traditions reign supreme in a family’s new home Written by

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ONSIDER A SNOWFALL the natural jewelry on a home’s seasonal attire. In this new Atlanta residence, winter’s touch sets an inviting scene for dinner parties and holiday traditions, such as adding artificial snow to the tree by hand. “The home itself feels so open and warm and welcoming,” says interior designer Lynne T. Rankin. “They always have roaring fireplaces and delicious food cooking in the kitchen.”

Architect D. Stanley Dixon’s design for the 6,600-square-foot English manse drew inspiration from Boxwood, Buckhead’s beloved Philip Shutze-designed estate, with which the homeowners have a connection. The use of stucco and stone gives the five-bedroom, five-and-a-halfbath residence on 2 acres the feeling that it’s existed for years, Rankin says. Antiques blend with tailored furnishings and a couple of highstakes purchases. “It’s a fun collection of things that they’ve picked up over the years. They also wanted to add in some newer, fresher pieces,” she says. “They wanted it to be timeless and livable, but also feel fresh and young.” above Stucco and brown Crab Orchard stone quoins strike a balance in the design by architect D. Stanley Dixon. The builder was Douglas C. Mullins. left The homeowners, who have young children, carried the tradition of hand-flocking the tree into the next generation. The soft palette includes tufted sofas from Kravet in gray fabric from Thibaut, pillows from Acquisitions and draperies using Cowtan & Tout linen with embroidered medallions.

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The Calacatta gold backsplash in the kitchen almost looks like an abstract painting, says designer Lynne T. Rankin. The oversize vent hood, cabinets and island are by Woodcrest. The light fixtures are custom by Eloise Pickard and the window looks out onto a boxwood garden. right The centerpiece is by Holly Bryan Floral Design. Schumacher appliqués on charcoal linen border the grayblue linen draperies.

The pleating on the Hickory Chair dining room chairs add feminine, yet not frilly flair.

Art by William McLure adds an edge above an iron console from Scott Antique Markets.

The chandelier was purchased in Florence, Italy; the table is from Leighton Hall Furniture.

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clockwise from left An antique trumeau mirror shares the space with Holland and Company wing chairs, Kravet sofas, a Visual Comfort chandelier and linen draperies in a Cowtan & Tout fabric; Rankin describes the interiors as timeless, livable and fresh. A small tree with sterling silver ornaments that are replicas of past family Christmas cards, serves as a point of reflection in the entry; the iron railing is by Calhoun Design & Metal Works.

Wreaths adorned with sugared fruit decorate French doors that open to the lawn and pool.

The homeowners spotted the marble surround and mantel in London, sent photos to Dixon and Rankin, and then shipped it in pieces to Atlanta.

Their splurge became the cornerstone of their future living room. A trumeau mirror found closer to home, in Alabama, proved a worthy match above the marble. A palette of bluish gray and creams wrapped the family in an airy and approachable embrace.

In the often-used dining room, Rankin softened the space with gray-blue curtains that draw across the bay window and a Phillip Jeffries grasscloth in the same tone. The other walls are light paneled or painted. Another one of the homeowner’s international purchases, a dining room chandelier they found in Florence, Italy, joined the window as the room’s focal points.

Rankin and the homeowner, who have known each other since high school, made cross-country selections and other big decisions in the feeling of a true partnership, which also included Dixon and landscape designer Carson McElheney. “It’s been such a lovely experience,” Rankin says. “It was a really wonderful collaboration.”

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“They wanted it to be timeless and livable, but also feel fresh and young.”

—Lynne T. Rankin

above The homeowners’ existing bedroom suite, including the draperies, moved with them to their new fivebedroom Atlanta home.

The fabric is Zoffany and bedding is by Rose Tarlow. top right The master bathroom is clean and crisp with Carrera marble from Speartek Tile and Stone and cabinets from Woodcrest. The light fixtures are from Visual Comfort. right The marble mantel is deep enough for holiday greenery, by Floralis Garden Design, and glittery decorative trees. far right A holly hedge in the yard produces cheery red berries amid a snowfall.

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EXPOSURE After a life-changing trip to the land of fire and ice, Brian Patrick Flynn transforms a historic Reykjavik penthouse into his very own Icelandic home for the holidays Written by BRIAN PATRICK FLYNN Photography by RUSTIC WHITE PHOTOGRAPHY

Known for his love of saturated colors and extremely cold weather, Brian Patrick Flynn now calls one of Reykjavik’s most colorful streets home. “Iceland is known for its enthusiastic love of Christmas year-round, which makes shopping for holiday decor easy,” he says.

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left Flynn’s favorite time of year to explore Iceland is in the offseason, winter. below Flynn’s Icelandic guideturned-contractor, Árni Hallgrímsson, transformed wasted space into a full-fledged sleeping nook for guests with a full-size mattress framed in and clad with glossy white tongue-and-groove pine; on perfectly clear nights, guests can experience the Northern Lights through the room’s skylight.

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n December of 2015, after watching The Secret Life of Walter Mitty almost daily, I took four of the most important people in my life on the trip of a lifetime to the Nordic island nation of Iceland. From the moment the flight attendants woke us up at 6:15 a.m., we opened our eyes to discover a magical snow-blanketed world of pure white, deep teal, jet black and icy blue. To me, this subarctic, outer space-esque world of glaciers, arctic foxes and lava fields felt like paradise.

We arrived at the beginning of an arctic snowstorm, reminiscent of scenes from It’s a Wonderful Life and Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. Due to this extreme weather, our planned glacier and volcano expeditions were pushed an entire day, so we explored the capital city of Reykjavik by foot. Soon thereafter I knew I wanted to make this magical land my home.

After loading up on Nordic sweaters and blankets, we called it a night, then woke up early the next morning to meet our guide, Árni Hallgrímsson. Arní was early, prepared and personable; we had the same taste in music; plus he happened to be a skilled carpenter and contractor; so we had a lot in common.

After two absolutely perfect days exploring volcanoes and glaciers in an amphibious SuperJeep, seeing the Northern Lights and looking for arctic foxes, a lightbulb went off in my head: perhaps Árni was the perfect person to help me find a Reykjavik fixer-upper, see it through to completion and make my Walter Mitty dreams come true.

I returned to Reykjavík to meet Árni at a potential property just eight weeks after our initial trip, hoping it could become

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above In classic Nordic style, Flynn’s contractor covered the living room walls in Thibaut’s Eastwood faux bois in a frosty gray tone. The Icelandic horse photo is by Rustic White Photography. left After Árni removed dated cabinetry from the kitchen, he covered the walls in white tongueand-groove pine, then added prefinished whitewashed floors underfoot. The chairs and banquette are Duralee and the faux resin antlers are Suzanne Kasler for Ballard Designs. right For holiday dinners and New Year’s cocktails and games, Flynn outfitted this spot with an armless banquette and an oversized pedestal table, both from Duralee. The chairs are IKEA, and the ceiling is Krypton

by Sherwin-Williams.

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left In the entry, Flynn and graphic designer Ashley Bothwell designed custom wallpaper in a pixelated version of classic Nordic sweater patterns. The white table is from Duralee, while the clock and baskets were found locally in Iceland. below For holiday cocktail parties, Flynn turned a corner of the living room into a serving station. The bar table is from Duralee as is the custom drapery fabric. Flynn had a traditional Nordic sweater framed and hung as art. bottom Although there are only four hours of sunlight from December until March, Iceland’s overcast skies create a dreamlike effect.

“To me, this subarctic, outer space-esque world of glaciers, arctic foxes and lava fields felt like paradise.” —Brian Patrick Flynn

the perfect Nordic holiday home. It was perfect, and soon thereafter Árni started demolition and construction, pulled all-nighters doing much of the labor himself with his fiancée Olof in tow, hired top-quality subcontractors and finished the project two weeks early. As a designer, I know finishing a project two weeks early is a true Christmas miracle.

Come that November, I dressed my place up in arctic holiday style: sheepskin throws, a framed Nordic sweater above the bar, a bare tree in the living room for texture, cut pine branches in vessels and organic twig garland. And although my Icelandic is super rusty, there’s one sentence I got down just in time, “Gleðileg jól og farsælt komandi ár.” Translation: Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

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One thing that hasn’t changed since this magazine’s inception in 1983: the influence of designers with unparalleled perspectives.

Here, we honor 35 whose mark is indelible

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SUPERB STYLE! When we first published in 1983, a select few purveyors of taste and thoughtful design reigned supreme: EDITH MANSFIELD HILLS, at the height of her career, would soon be inducted into the Interior Design hall of fame. The grand dame’s legacy can’t be understated; she also influenced the career of protégé CAROL KLOTZ of Regalo Antiques, who, like fellow female pioneers JANE MARSDEN and DOTTY TRAVIS, were as renowned for their design prowess as for their style-setting showrooms filled with fine antiques, imported furniture and fabrics.

Also at the pinnacle of their career in the early ’80s was decorator T. GORDON LITTLE, who was celebrated for his imaginative interiors. A gentleman of similar dynamism and respect was DAVID BYERS, a decorative arts lover who furnished many a house on West Paces Ferry, including the iconic Rhodes residence (Pink Palace), the Governor’s Mansion and the Philip T. Shutze collection at the Atlanta History Center.

Client education has always been a focus for Billy Baldwin protégé STAN TOPOL, whose attention to perfect proportions, fine

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art and comfortable but exquisitely made furniture—are perhaps a lost art. Similarly, JOHN CRAFT is known for his unerring eye for elegance, while the late Jim Essary and Bill Cook of ESSARY & MURPHY, remain celebrated for their reverence for tradition.

Few decorators will ever achieve the level of admiration of DAN CARITHERS, and in the ’90s (and beyond), his discriminating point of view set the scene for our city’s toniest traditional residences. The designs of design duo TOM HAYES and TOBY WEST are similarly synonymous with gracious Southern hospitality, with a little swagger.

A master at achieving that inviting residential feel in commercial design (long before “resimercial” was a buzzword), HUGH LATTA’s insistence on infusing refined comfort into hospitality design is inspiring the next generation. Speaking of the next generation, in the ’80s, CHARLES GANDY and WILLIAM PEACE, with their firm, Gandy/Peace, made waves in what was then a city defined by tradition by ushering in an era of cosmopolitan style for a rapidly changing Atlanta. Their edited, contemporary influence soon multiplied, inspiring then-budding designers such as BARBARA WESTBROOK and AMY MORRIS to carry their torch, each with their own tailored, streamlined, but always inviting, approach.

If taste is innate, then these women— who march to the beat of their own drummer—possess singular style: NANCY BRAITHWAITE, JACKYE LANHAM, CAROLYN MALONE and RITA CARSON GUEST. While Braithwaite’s signature style is as minimalist as Lanham’s is layered, their commonality lies in striking powerful notes through collected, thoughtful and stately selections. Malone’s penchant for softness, and reverence for authentic materials, result in seriously serene spaces, while Guest’s interiors possess a nearly scientific balance of form, function and unadulterated beauty.

Design brilliance, of course, reveals itself in many forms, and those who carry a unique purview might also be said to have the most fun. An artist himself, JOHN OETGEN’s interiors are showstopping with a dash of whimsy, but, it’s his particular

clockwise from top left A snapshot into Suzanne Kasler’s personal home reveals her penchant for soft, sophisticated interiors. A showstopping master bedroom

by Robert Brown for a former Decorators’ Showhouse is cleanlined and comfortable.

A grand living room by Jim Essary and Bill Murphy of Essary & Murphy is just as timeless today. This lusciously layered bedroom was conceived by decorator Dan Carithers. opposite A contemporary but classically informed dining room by Amy Morris.

A room with a view at a Buckhead high-rise

by Beth Webb. Jackye Lanham’s tailored style meets Norman Askins’ architectural brilliance.

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left Designer Carole Weaks breathes comfortable, layered and collected elegance into her client’s homes. right An artist in his own right, designer John Oetgen’s interiors are colorful, whimsical and downright fun. below, left to right For a Residence the St. Regis Atlanta, the impeccable eye of Stan Topol for perfecting proportion and introducing fine art is on full display.

Carolyn Malone’s fresh take on this dining room in Cashiers, North Carolina, puts a unique spin on mountain style.

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above The pièce de résistance in Mimi Williams’ former townhouse is a 1960s desk made for none other than F. W. Woolworth. Made of Fiddleback Pacific Maple, its shiny Frenchlacquered surface is set on a Lucite base that creates a floating effect. below An evocative, contemporary interior

by Kay Douglass.

sleight of hand that creates exceptional style for his clients. The equally expressive MIMI WILLIAMS composes visual drama in her projects; daring, clever and confident, her interiors skew sculptural and chic.

Speaking of sculptural, SUSAN FERRIER and MARK WILLIAMS, who both cut their teeth at Brooks-Burr, learned a thing or two about the relationship between architectural design and interiors. Ferrier, who recently opened an eponymous practice, is celebrated for establishing an atmosphere that borders on visual alchemy. Williams’ marriage of the two disciplines has earned his firm a seat at Atlanta’s high-end multifamily residential table, with Mark Williams Design Associates putting its mark on highprofile projects including One Museum Place and the now-shelved Emerson.

Three wonder women who consistently keep the Southeast on the national design stage: SUZANNE KASLER, BETH WEBB, and MELANIE TURNER. From coffee-table tomes and product development to participation in high-profile showhouses, Kasler’s casual elegance resonates with clients (and consumers) from coast to coast. It’s Turner’s penchant for creating understated yet glamorous interiors that strikes a chord with discerning clients (from the young to young at heart), but it’s her remarkable design savvy that’s resulted in turn-key commissions in tony developments along the Florida

panhandle. Fresh from her debut coffeetable book, and a shelter-magazine darling, Webb’s tailored, curatorial approach to decorating has resulted in dream commissions in the Southeast and well beyond.

The first female designer to earn ADAC’s Southeastern Designer of the Year award in 2002, CAROLE WEAKS’ classic style is a perennial favorite of traditionally minded clients (and in Highlands, North Carolina, and beyond) seeking her distinguishing effortless elegance, flair for fine fabrics and cool but confident eye.

The 2018 winner of ADAC’s Southeastern Designer of the Year award ROBERT BROWN combines clean lines with fashionforward art and accessories for a look that’s as cosmopolitan as it is comfortable. That the local interior design trade looks to his atelier, Townhouse by Robert Brown, to shop for one-of-a-kind accessories for their clients speaks volumes to the dapper designer’s discerning eye (and affability).

We never tire of minimalist and master colorist KAY DOUGLASS’ clean-lined, but comfortable interiors. After recently downsizing her South of Market showroom, we’re eagerly anticipating her heightened focus on residential design.

WILL HUFF and HEATHER DEWBERRY, business partners and former disciples of Dan Carithers, breathe an unmistakable freshness into traditional style through their firm, Huff Dewberry. The dynamic duo’s desire for infusing gentility into every corner of the home has more recently resulted in the creation of their own comfortable-chic outdoor upholstery line.

Peaceful and purposeful design has earned designer TISH MILLS accolades from both the American Society of Interior Design (ASID) Georgia chapter, as well as attention from national design publications, but for the amiable Mills, ultimately, it’s the client who wins.

Through a stable of talented associates, recently retired Pineapple House founder STEPHEN PARARO for 35 years provided full-service interior design services to the metro Atlanta market, with many accolades.

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DAVID CHRISTENSEN

GLOBAL ALCHEMY

Sited on the BeltLine’s Eastside Trail in the Common Ground development, Bazati encompasses eight specialty shops and Parisian restaurant The Brasserie. Helmed by chef Remi Granger, formerly of Bread & Butterfly, The Brasserie’s menu features fresh, French fare such as seared diver scallops with forbidden rice and lemongrass foam, pictured. bazatiatl.com

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ST L I FYEL E

NEEA R WLS E S TAT E

PROPERTY REPORT Written and produced by LORI JOHNSTON

SECOND CHANCES

The Cedars

Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace Garden

THE GEORGIA TRUST’S 2019 PLACES IN PERIL once again highlights the push-pull between development and preservation around the state. The 10 properties were culled from 21 nominations for the list’s 14th year.

White Georgia marble is the defining feature at Rhodes Center South, a shopping center built in 1937 and located across the street from Rhodes Hall (headquarters of the Georgia Trust). Only one of the center’s three original buildings remain and it has been abandoned since the early 1990s.

“When you’re not talking about Midtown or Buckhead, you’re really talking about a very promising preservation future,” says Mark McDonald, president and CEO of the Georgia Trust. Especially egregious, he says, are plans by Girl Scouts USA to replace Savannah’s Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace Garden— created by Clermont Lee, the state’s first female landscape architect—with a paved event space. “It sends a wrong message to people, and especially young women, to destroy the garden of a noted female professional.”

2018 PLACES IN PERIL The Cedars, Washington Colquitt County Arts Center, Moultrie Needwood Baptist Church and School, Brunswick Glennwanis Hotel, Glennville Huston House, Darien Springfield Log Cabin School, Union Point Stark Mill Community Building, Hogansville Madison Theatre, East Atlanta Rhodes South

Madison Theatre

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ANNE QUATRANO THE LIGHTS SOON WILL BE FLIPPED on at Pancake Social. Chef Anne Quatrano is a partner in the eatery, which is her second venture in Ponce City Market, joining W.H. Stiles Fish Camp.

community for food, which I really like, and it just keeps getting better with additions like Root Baking Company and Five Daughters.

People like shopping there and dining there.

Pinewood [Forest], across from Pinewood Studios, which is going to be another great destination for both retail and dining.

DO YOU HAVE A MISSION TO FIND

WHO DINE AT PONCE CITY MARKET?

WHAT’S THE CONTINUED APPEAL OF BEING A

COMMUNITIES THAT ARE ON THE RISE?

RESTAURATEUR IN PONCE CITY MARKET?

It just happened that way. As things build up and change, everything changes, and who knows where I’ll end up. I feel very comfortable opening a second business at Ponce. Our second location will be down at

Monday holidays, like government holidays, have been really good. I feel like the success of Ponce City Market is tied in heavily with the BeltLine, which makes it a sunny-day destination. I would love for it to be a rainyday destination.

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There’s a strong presence of really good food, restaurants and chefs that I am very comfortable being neighbors with, which is not always the case. I feel like it’s a viable

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▼ THROUGH DEC. 9 Don’t miss a tour of the newly

THROUGH DEC.

built 2018 Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles Home for the

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Holidays Designer Showhouse, a Buckhead estate

fall exhibitions come

sprawling more than 8,000 square feet. Open for tours

to a close this month.

through December 9, this year’s showhome borrows

Imprint, Atlanta artist

inspiration from British architect Sir Edwin Lutyens and

Meghann Riepenhoff’s

features the work of architecture firm Harrison Design,

first solo exhibition in

builder Steve McGlamery and nearly 20 of Atlanta’s top

the South, features

interior design talents. atlantaholidayhome.com

cyanotypes made

wind and sediment—to leave physical inscriptions on photographic paper. Also on view is Abelardo Morell’s After Monet, which highlights large-scale romantic and impressionistic landscapes made with a unique tent/camera device.

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Around Atlanta DECEMBER 2018

Written by CLAIRE RUHLIN

▼ DEC. 1–2 Peek inside seven of VirginiaHighland’s historic residences during the neighborhood’s 24th annual Virginia-Highland Tour of Homes, featuring everything from a circa-1923 semi-Tudor style home to a craftsman bungalow. Local restaurants will provide bites at each home as well as at the YWCA. Proceeds benefit the Virginia-Highland Civic Association.

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▲ DEC. 8–24 The Atlanta Ballet brings an all-new version of its classic

▲ THROUGH JAN. 4 Shop wallet-friendly

The Nutcracker production to The Fox Theatre, featuring choreography

works from more than 100 Atlanta-based

by the renowned Yuri Possokhov. The ballet’s first new Nutcracker in 20

artists at Swan Coach House Gallery’s

years, the performance will also feature set designs by Tony Award-

annual Little Things exhibition, now in its

nominee Tom Pye, projection design by Tony Award-winner Finn Ross,

18th year. Mediums include painting, draw-

costume design by Sandra Woodall and lighting design by David Finn.

ing, sculpture, photography, printmaking

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and 3-D artwork. swangallery.org

ABELARDO MORELL, TENT-CAMERA IMAGE ON GROUND: MONET’S GARDENS IN EARLY MORNING LIGHT, GIVERNY, FRANCE, 2016. SIGNED, TITLED, DATED, AND EDITIONED ON LABEL, VERSO ARCHIVAL PIGMENT PRINT MOUNTED TO DIBOND IMAGE: 30 X 22 1/2 INCHES MOUNT: 36 1/2 X 28 1/2 INCHES EDITION 1 OF 5 (JFA 32248); HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS BY DAVID CHRISTENSEN; VIRGINIA-HIGHLAND TOUR OF HOMES; ARTWORK BY ANN STEWART; THE ATLANTA BALLET

using forces of nature—think waves,

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ILLUSTRATION BY EMILY ROBERTSON

Naomi Von Habersham ALTHOUGH HOLIDAY FASHIONS HAVE CHANGED significantly through the years—in the mid-1980s, I often turned up at Christmas parties decked out in an anklelength, plaid, taffeta skirt and a red boiled wool Geiger jacket (I assure you it was considered modish at the time)—styles in holiday entertaining have not altered much at all. Take party food, for example. Spiral-cut hams, ham biscuits, sausage balls, cheese straws and bourbon balls have graced Southern dining tables and sideboards for as long as I can remember, and I have a feeling they’ll continue to do so for decades to come. Granted, faddish foods are sometimes added to the repertoire (remember the craze for grits served in a martini glass, a.k.a. a Grit-tini, in the early 2000s?), but generally speaking, we Southerners stick to tried-and-true classics that are always crowd-pleasers.

The same goes for the types of holiday parties we host.

We know better than to experiment with outré themes and outrageous settings. Afternoon teas, ladies luncheons and the always popular cocktail parties are our preferred modes of entertainment, but do you know which event I would love to see make a comeback? Caroling parties! When was the last time you stood around a piano with a large group of friends and family and sang “Joy to the World” or “The Christmas Song”? Okay, so it might be a little old-fashioned, but if there is ever a time to go nostalgic, it’s during the holidays.

Family heirlooms also make their annual appearances during this time of year. Antique crèches, sterling silver menorahs, Christmas china and that appliqued tree skirt that belonged to your grandmother are all given starring roles in December and become the center of our holiday festivities.

Customs are such a part of our Christmases and Hanukkahs that it wouldn’t feel like the holidays without them. However you typically celebrate, whether it’s with white or colored tree lights and gingerbread houses or potato latkes and jelly doughnuts, enjoy your traditions of the season, and good wishes to you and yours!

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INTERNATIONAL ESCAPE AH&L slips inside the Common Ground development near the Beltline’s Eastside Trail for a globally influenced experience WRITTEN BY Claire Ruhlin

top Sauteed mushrooms at The Brasserie. above Bazati’s loorto-ceiling windows and 23-foot ceilings create an open, breezy feel. right Bazati’s eight shops offer globally inspired products. opposite Upstairs, Yucatan-inspired restaurant Estrella offers skyline views and a coastal atmosphere.

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DAVID CHRISTENSEN

INSPIRED BY THE YEARS his family lived in Paris as well as the Yucatan Peninsula, Scott Wilkins says he sought to replicate the authentic experiences of each region inside the Common Ground development’s new BeltLine-adjacent restaurant and retail experience.

Enter Bazati—which offers a European-inspired brasserie and specialty shops—and Estrella, a Yucatan-inspired rooftop restaurant. Owned by Wilkins and operated by The Diligence Company, the concepts sprawl to 7,000 square feet with lofty, 23-foot ceilings and a spacious patio overlooking the Beltline. Bazati encompasses The Brasserie, a Parisian-influenced eatery, and eight specialty retail kiosks. “The Brasserie is open all day serving a full menu, and that’s what we do,” says Wilkins.

A lounge bar near the BeltLine entrance serves espresso, pastries and libations, and features cozy seating (all of The Brasserie’s custom furniture was imported from Europe and Latin America) that invite guests to read the newspaper, hold meetings or enjoy a cappuccino. A second, larger bar caters to the evening crowd.

Led by chef Remi Granger, formerly of Inman Park’s Bread & Butterfly, the menu

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skews French, featuring classic brasserie fare such as croque monsieur, duck confit and Niçoise salad. The beverage program is rooted in French wines and 1920s French cocktails.

Behind the restaurant space is Bazati’s second component: eight specialty shops offering products sourced from across the globe, many of which you’d be hard-pressed to find elsewhere in the states. Expect everything from floral arrangements from Atlanta-based The Fleur Shop and curated global wines to books by German publisher Taschen and Yucatecan textiles from Mexican brand Taller Maya.

“We wanted to create a large room that almost felt like a brasserie in a bustling part of a city fronting a street or even fronting a train station so that you have people coming in randomly or coming in as a destination,” Wilkins says.”

If you’re in a large train station, for example, you have all these little shops, where you can pick up a newspaper, a gift or a book.”

Also internationally inspired is the rooftop restaurant, Estrella, which offers skyline views and a breezy, coastal atmosphere evoking Miami, Yucatan and the Caribbean. The airy space is awash with white, while hints of capri blue and soft gray achieve “a very lively, beautiful, carefree but quietly sophisticated feel,” Wilkins says. “It’s a place to escape and really be transported.”

An open-air bar, spacious patio and Yucatecan menu, helmed by chef Cam Floyd, offer all the ingredients of a coastal getaway. Choose from shareable plates and main dishes rooted in fresh ingredients and plenty of seafood—think ceviche, tacos and lobster rolls. There’s also a robust sparkling wine list and classic Latin American cocktails (don’t miss the hibiscus champagne punch).

“We hope downstairs will become a neighborhood go-to, a place you can go any time of the day, whereas upstairs is more of a destination,” Wilkins says.

“This is an attempt to present something that looks, feels and tastes authentic.” bazatiatl.com; estrellarooftop.com

“Something we value really highly is the authenticity of everything.”

—Scott Wilkins

THE SCOOP

Soup

Classic American steakhouse dishes

“Feed your belly + nourish your soul” is

Jenny Levison’s collection of cozy

meet French cuisine at Midtown’s THE

the tagline of MAD MAMA GOURMET,

SOUPER JENNY cafés are known for their

FEDERAL, named after the Federal

which sells fresh, homemade frozen

fresh, seasonal soups, salads and sand-

Reserve Bank and led by chefs Shaun

soups you can heat up for a cozy meal at

wiches. Each of its four locations across

Doty and Lance Gummere. One of the

home. Developed by Amy Smith, soups

the city has an ever-changing daily menu.

restaurant’s most famous dishes, the

are made with all-natural ingredients,

This winter, keep an eye out for warming

oxtail French onion soup, returned in

with dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan and

soups like tomato potato rosemary and

October and will remain on the menu

vegetarian options available. (We recom-

the vegetarian broccoli cheddar soup.

through winter. Served with wedges of

mend the San Marzano tomato soup.)

Paleo and Whole30 options are also

oxtail and plenty of melted Gruyère, it’s

Soups are sold at farmers markets across

often available, such as the ginger lem-

a hearty and warming dish during the

the city, or available for delivery or pick-

ongrass broth with chicken and spinach.

colder months. thefederalatl.com

up. madmamagourmet.com

souperjennyatl.com

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CULINARY GIANTS 1

As AH&L rings in the magazine’s 35th anniversary, we’re looking back at the past 35 years of Atlanta’s refined culinary culture. Here, we’ve rounded up some of the industry’s most significant visionaries and innovations

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1. An empire that began with Pano & Paul’s in 1979, Buckhead Life Restaurant Group has grown to encompass 13 acclaimed restaurants in Atlanta and South Florida, with Chef Pano Karatassos leading the charge. 2. The chef/ co-owner of Aria and co-owner of Canoe, Gerry Klaskala has

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been making waves in Atlanta since 1988.

3. Northern Italian restaurant La Grotta has been a fixture in Buckhead since 1978. 4. Anne Quatrano owns and operates some of the city’s most respected restaurants, including Bacchanalia, Star Provisions and the new Pancake Social.

5. Miller Union’s

executive chef and owner Steven Satterfield is a master of seasonal cooking and took home the James Beard Foundation’s Best Chef: Southeast award last year. 6. Since opening Restaurant Eugene in 2004 with his wife, Gina, Linton Hopkins has cultivated an empire that includes Hole-

man and Finch, H&F Burger and C. Ellet’s.

7. Top Chef competitor-turned-judge Hugh Acheson puts a modern spin on Southern cuisine with acclaimed restaurants spanning from The National and Five & Ten in Athens to Empire State South, Achie’s and Spiller Park Coffee in Atlanta

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8. Chef and cookbook author Asha Gomez earned national acclaim for now-closed Indian concepts Cardamom Hill and Spice to Table. Her latest developments: event venue The Third Space and lifestyle brand DYAD Tea & Spice. 9. Restaurateur and chef Guy Wong began his legacy in 2008 with the now-closed Miso Izakaya and continues to make

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15. After Decatur’s Kimball House opened in 2013, it quickly became an Atlanta favorite for its oysters, cocktails and atmosphere.

In summer 2018, its success spawned Watchman’s Seafood & Spirits in Krog Street Market. 16.

Unsukay Concepts, the team behind Muss & Turners and Local Three, highlights swanky steaks and cocktails at intimate speakeasy

IN HOMAGE 11. Before it moved to Peachtree Road, the original Watershed in Decatur pioneered the area’s hip food scene, led by Chef Scott Peacock,

waves with concepts like Vietnamese restaurant Le Fat and ramen bar Ton Ton. 10.

Buckhead’s ultra-chic Umi Sushi is legendary for its upscale Japanese cuisine. Its Tom Dixon-designed speakeasy concept, Himitsu, offers craft cocktails in a swanky setting.

who studied under Southern cooking legend the late Edna Lewis. 12. Though it closed in 2009, The Dining Room at the Ritz-Carlton Buckhead was a fixture in

Atlanta’s fine-dining scene for 25 years.

13. Michelin-starred Joël Antunes’ iconic and now-closed Joël restaurant earned him the James Beard Best Chef of the

War Horse. 17. After setting the precedent for breakfast fare and Jewish delis with West Egg Cafe and The General Muir, TGM Hospitality expanded with food stalls Yalla and Fred’s Meat & Bread, as well as its own food hall concept, The Canteen.

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Southeast Award in 2005. 14. Gunter Seeger’s eponymous Seeger’s restaurant served luxurious, Frenchinspired meals from 1997 until 2006.

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18. Restaurants such as Cooks & Soldiers and Gunshow credit their eye-catching architecture and aesthetics to noted design firm Ai3. 19.

The Johnson Studio at Cooper Cary’s ultra-chic designs are evident in go-tos such as KR SteakBar and The Spence.

20. Many of Atlanta’s buzziest restaurants—from Bar Mercado to Kimball House—have one thing in common: they were designed

by Square Feet Studio. 21. Residential and commercial designer Elizabeth Ingram has infused sleek, sophisticated style into many of Ford Fry’s concpets such as Marcel and Beetlecat, as well as trendy spots such as Ladybird-founder Michael Lennox’s Muchacho and Golden Eagle.

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FOOD HALL 22. Food halls have invaded Atlanta, from the original Sweet Auburn Curb Market to trendy destinations such as Ponce City Market and Krog Street Market, as well as upcoming projects like Colony Square’s Main & Main and Midtown’s The Collective.

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25. The all-female, invite-only Les Dames d’Escoffier International promotes the achievement of women in the food, beverage and hospitality industries through philanthropic and educational events.

26. Open Hand Atlanta provides individuals facing chronic disease with medically sensitive meals, nutrition education and therapy.

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23. Born from the overwhelming support after the late Chef Ryan Hidinger was diagnosed with cancer in 2012, the nonprofit Giving Kitchen provides resources and financial support for restaurant employees facing crisis. 24.

Nonprofit Wholesome Wave Georgia helps underserved communities in the state access healthy food options.

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27. Staplehouse, the for-profit subsidiary of Giving Kitchen, was named America’s best new restaurant by Bon Appetit in 2016 and continues to garner critical acclaim for Chef Ryan Smith’s fresh, artful dishes.

28. In addition to her collection of fresh-forward Souper Jenny cafés, Jenny Levison also

helms The Zadie Project—a nonprofit that feeds Atlanta’s children, families and seniors—and Souper Farm, an educational urban garden and learning center.

29. The next frontier of dining? Pop-ups.

Among Atlanta’s are Eat Me Speak Me, Terminus City, Talat Market and Bread is Good by baker Sarah Dodge.

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BUILDING AN EMPIRE 30. Kevin Rathbun opened Rathbun’s, Kevin Rathbun Steak and Krog Bar in Old Fourth Ward long before the BeltLine made the it one of the city’s trendiest neighborhoods. 31.

Prolific chef and restaurateur Ford Fry’s portfolio of 15 beloved restaurants spans from Atlanta to

Houston to Charlotte.

32. Top Chef alum Kevin Gillespie earned national acclaim for his Southern dim sum concept Gunshow, and he has since opened Revival, Communion and, soon, the BeltLine-adjacent Cold Beer. 33. Restaurateur Justin Anthony and 32

designer Kelly WolfAnthony are a bonafide power couple, having introduced Atlanta to South African cuisine with concepts such as Yebo Beach Haus, Cape Dutch and Biltong Bar. 34. Concentrics Restaurants continues to appeal with restaurants such as Two Urban Licks

and the recently opened Bully Boy. 35. Fifth Group Restaurants brought Atlanta enduring concepts such as South City Kitchen, La Tavola Trattoria, Ecco, The Original El Taco, Alma Cocina and Lure, as well as events company Bold Catering & Design.

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STYLISH HOTEL LIVING IN THE HEART OF BUCKHEAD

PHOTOS BY DAVID CHRISTENSEN

“Creative inspiration comes from every direction around here.”

Executive Chef Crystal Hoang

Executive Chef Crystal

Bartlett Pear and Arugula Salad with Maple-Ginger Vinaigrette are customer favorites.”

Chef Hoang spent time

Hoang considers herself to

in other Buckhead Life

be among amazing chefs and

Restaurant Group kitchens

driven people at Corner Cafe,

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All is Bright A soft rug and highgloss paint create a bright, light backdrop for a custom sofa in silk velvet by Christian Liaigre, brass accent tables, a gilded chair and the owner’s piano.

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SPARKLES SUZANNE KASLER deftly injects glamour into a peaceful palette for the interiors of a Buckhead Georgian owned by a pair of design aďŹ cionados

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Classic Chic This family of five enjoyed the classic architecture of this William H. Harrisondesigned Buckhead residence.

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PUTTING DOWN ROOTS WAS THE IDEA when a young couple with three small children bought a redbrick Georgian house on a wooded lot in Buckhead. “We want this to be the house we grow old in, so we decided to really go for it, and make it exactly what we wanted,” the wife explains: “a peaceful oasis.”

To help them strike the right chord, the two brought in Suzanne Kasler, a celebrated interior designer, author of three gorgeous design tomes and product designer of a number of eponymous collections. “The house is timeless, but they wanted to make it more fresh and modern inside,” Kasler explains.

In the soaring front foyer, she swapped out the original wooden railing in favor of a ribbonlike iron one with a more contemporary character. And a new three-tiered crystal chandelier reflects light softly off of the metallic paint on the domed ceiling.

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Great Heights A custom table complements the new custom stairway railing

by Charles Calhoun of Calhoun Design & Metalworks in the front entry. The parchmentcovered stools are from Kasler’s Hickory Chair collection.

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Curved Beauty High-gloss white paint and re-buffed and re-grouted limestone ooring transform the foyer, where a rounded bench from Saladino echoes the wall’s curved effect.

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Serious Style Wood and antiqued bronze Jean De Merry chairs, covered in a cream Nancy Corzine fabric, invite conversations in the ebonypaneled library.

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Kasler is quick to credit her clients, specifically the husband, for the design of the chandelier. He also appreciated the spherical brass ceiling fixture, from R Hughes, over a quartet of chairs in the wood-paneled library, which, after much deliberation, the owners decided to stain in an even darker hue. “It went from this traditional library to a chic, cozy space,” Kasler says.

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modern furnishings, including a stunning rock crystal chandelier, make it feel fresh and modern. “It’s the sparkle in the room,” Kasler explains.

Indeed, there’s a little glam in every room. A glass chandelier illuminates the new custom banquette that Kasler designed for the great room—a bright space with vertical shiplap paneling. Rather than starting from scratch, the designer had the original cabinetry painted in a more up-to-date hue, and she incorporated white marble countertops alongside the existing blue glass backsplash.

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Modern Mood left A trio of oil paintings on canvas by Katharina Chapuis from Pryor Fine Art introduce subtle pastel tones to the formal living room.

Bright Whites above Statuary white marble countertops and newly painted cabinetry freshened up the already lovely kitchen without requiring a major renovation. left A crystal chandelier shines light on the Gregorius Pineo breakfast table nestled into the custom corner banquette. The woven shades are from Conrad.

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“WE WANT THIS TO BE THE HOUSE WE GROW OLD IN, SO WE DECIDED TO REALLY GO FOR IT, AND MAKE IT EXACTLY WHAT WE WANTED IT TO BE— A PEACEFUL OASIS.”

Silver Sparkle A traditional wall covering by Gracie Studio juxtaposes the modern table and chairs from Christian Liaigre in the formal dining room.

The rock crystal chandelier is by Coup D’Etat from R Hughes.

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Layered Luxe left Upholstered walls in linen by Rogers & Goffigon gives the master bedroom a feeling of warmth and quietness enhanced by the wool-and-silk rug, draperies and plush bedding. “It’s dressed up, but it has a casual elegance,” Kasler says. above In the soaring entry foyer, a three-tiered crystal chandelier reflects light softly off of the metallic paint on the domed ceiling. right The master bedroom vestibule displays a collection of starburst mirrors.

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Soft Spoken Lush texture and subdued hues create a restful oasis in the light-filled guest bedroom.

“It’s a classic house, but it feels edited and fresh,” Kasler says.

Blue takes on a more prominent role in the master suite, the walls of which have been covered with enveloping linen. A silk-and-wool rug is one of many textiles in the space, including sumptuous bedding and a velvet-covered bench at the foot of the bed. “When you start working with all these textures, they blend 62

together very beautifully,” Kasler explains.

The owners, whose love of design has translated into classic interiors, are overjoyed to be starting a new chapter in such a polished abode. “There’s not one thing we would change,” the wife says. “Everything is in its place. When I walk through my house, I feel happiness, joy and peace.” See Resources, Back of Book.

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“THE HOUSE IS CLASSIC AND TIMELESS, BUT THEY WANTED IT TO FEEL MORE FRESH AND MODERN INSIDE.” —SUZANNE KASLER

Playful Punch right An orange accent wall and framed superhero prints add a jolt of energy to the son’s bedroom.

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Setting the Stage Ryan Hughes, pictured in his personal residence, has been surrounded by design since childhood—his mother ran Interior Accents of North Atlanta in the ’90s.

“I never could have accomplished everything I have without the support of my parents,” he says. opposite Hughes’ eponymous ADAC showroom may be best known for its Coup D’etat upholstery and opulent Ochre chandeliers, but at home, he’s incorporated antiques—like this elliptical antique table from Darryl Carter.

The personal residence of R HUGHES’ Ryan Hughes is cozy, inviting and deceptively down to earth

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PASSION Written by KATE ABNEY Photographed by MALI AZIMA

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Stylish Scale Interior designer Susan Ferrier, a confidante, suggested a 10-footlong sofa, and Hughes subsequently selected Seine by Dmitriy & Co. The wing chair is Gregorius Pineo through Jerry Pair. The coffee table is Jean de Merry.

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STEP INTO R HUGHES, the über-glamorous ADAC showroom Ryan Hughes first founded in West Midtown in 2010, and you’re immediately struck by its sleek sense of luxury. Asked to imagine the place its proprietor calls home, you might conjure a mirror image of the showroom’s salonlike den, but the reality is that Hughes’ vision for his personal abode is far more understated.

A metro-area native, Hughes has been instrumental in ushering in a sea of change for Southern design, bringing in boundary-pushing vendor lines once virtually impossible to find in our region. Ten years ago, when it was unfathomable for Atlanta to slant as progressive as, say, Chicago or Los Angeles, Hughes—along with longtime friend and business partner Steven Leonard—helped carry the torch.

“By year two or three, we had a lot of people finally get it,” Hughes remarks of Atlanta’s slowpaced march toward contemporary style.

But the trailblazer’s new town house—nestled into the Manchester, a recent venture from Hedgewood Homes co-founder Pam Sessions—is more traditional than his edgy workplace. And that’s precisely how Hughes likes it.

“Pam is someone I’ve always admired,” says Hughes, her former intern. “When she told me she was building a neighborhood tucked in to this little pocket off Piedmont and Cheshire Bridge, I

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Moody Contrast Open to, but set back from, the living space, the powder room features an open-format vanity and accompanying water closet. The dark tone comes from a hand-troweled wall treatment by Tommy Taylor and Will Lawless of Southern Plaster.

knew it was going to be really cool.”

Apart from treasured works of art and a few pieces picked up on his first buying trip to Paris—an oversize convex mirror and a pair of rustic chairs made from wine barrels—the increase in scale from his former, 700-square-foot condo required Hughes furnish his new home almost entirely from scratch.

After more than a decade liaising with some of the most discriminating trade professionals in the industry, Hughes had formed important friendships, so he called up a few for advice.

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floor plan, moving the dining area to the back of the house and combining the living and cooking areas into one continuous space. Interior designer Susan Ferrier lent her expertise to the furniture layout. “I would have never thought to put a 10-foot sofa in that room, but that’s what she drew; it’s probably my favorite sofa we sell,” Hughes says.

Nashville designer Chad James suggested some of the home’s more daring moments—like an oxblood-colored rug and a graphic Kelly Wearstler wallpaper—while Barbara Westbrook served as Hughes’ antiques advisor, suggesting pieces that would

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Form & Function A dining table by Jiun Ho pulls double-duty as full-scale sculpture in Hughes’ dining area. A pair of modern chairs by Natasha Baradaran are covered in a Holland & Sherry linen.

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Passing Fancy This passage on the lower level is essentially an elevated mudroom— and the ideal home for Bobby McAlpine’s Museum Crate Console for Holland MacRae. Vintage stools from Dixon Rye are recovered in a favorite Zak + Fox fabric.

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Libation Station Jean de Merry’s modern classic Lumiere chandelier shines over an antique chest Hughes has repurposed as a bar, along with an antique Oushak rug from Moattar. The quartet of works on paper is from Townhouse by Robert Brown.

give the new-build a sense of history and patina.

“Barbara has such a way of mixing modern and ‘crusty.’ She would tell me exactly where I needed to place an antique, such as that center table between the living room and kitchen.” Giving it pride of place establishes the perfect spot for book stacks and dried botanicals, while additional textures—like curly Mongolian lamb, alpaca and zebra hide—add softness.

Thanks to his relationships with longtime vendors, Hughes was able to cull from a robust list of perennial favorites, such as

Moroccan rugs from Moattar and Barry Dixon’s Synapse Pendant for Avrett. He also brought home a few beloved pieces from the showroom, such as vintage equine art in teal and mustard.

Still, Hughes isn’t keen to make his home a revolving door for R HUGHES inventory. “My goal with the showroom is for it to be an experiment that’s always changing—we redo everything in the showroom four times per year—so it gives me that feed I need,” Hughes explains. “Home is the place I want to feel more constant.” See Resources, Back of Book.

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Gracious Living To provide his guests the ultimate in comfort, Hughes combined two small bedrooms to make a single, immense one. An antique pine trunk is tucked between the two Jenny Lind beds from Crate & Barrel. The reproduction wool military blankets are BoBo Intriguing Objects.

“The coolest part of the job is bringing in product that people have not seen and get excited about using, in every type of interior.” —Ryan Hughes

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Dream Weaver Kelly Wearstler’s GrafďŹ to wallpaper lends the master bedroom a graphic element. Wool draperies by Holland & Sherry add softness.

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THE BAYOU A LOUISIANA COUPLE ENLISTS AN A-TEAM OF ATLANTANS TO DESIGN AND BUILD THEIR FOREVER HOME Written by SEJAL BHIMA

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Warm Welcome Wood planking softens the home’s formality.

Carter Kay and Nancy Hooff opted to keep the millwork and walls one color, allowing the molding to become part of the architecture. opposite Located on Louisiana’s Contraband Bayou, this residence is an ode to the region’s vernacular.

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Classic Appeal In the central space for entertaining, a folding interior window between the custom sconces allows for both food and conversations to flow freely from the kitchen to the table.

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WHEN A LOUISIANA COUPLE was ready to downsize and plant new roots along Lake Charles’ charmingly named Contraband Bayou, they called in some outside help— specifically, Atlanta-based design pros.

Drawn to the work of Historical Concepts—an architecture and planning firm headquartered in Atlanta and well versed in the architectural heritage of the Deep South—the couple sought out principal Terry Pylant to give life to their new beginning. “They had this incredible home designed by A. Hays Town in the 70s, but it was quite formal and didn’t fit their needs anymore,” says Pylant. “Their children now have children so they wanted something where they could entertain in a more relaxed fashion.”

He and his team presented them with an impressive Creole-style home that blends tradition and comfort and is punctuated with details informed by the region’s vernacular. Exposed rafter tails on the home’s exterior offer a classic touch, as does the expansive open porch running the length of the back of the home. Inside, high ceilings allow natural light to flood the rooms while dissipating heat and allowing for airflow.

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Purposeful Plan Storage was a priority for the client, who has both inherited and collected many dish and serveware pieces over the years. The solution came in the form of top-to-bottom cabinetry in the kitchen that can be accessed via a ladder. Barstools in a green leather by Lee Industries add a subtle hint of color.

The lantern is from Urban Electric Co. opposite While the rooms feature some degree of separation similar to older homes, carefully conceived visual sightlines—like the kitchen to den—create flow.

Pylant’s commitment to ensuring authenticity included a two-day tour of nearby towns in the project’s early stages. “We took a ‘precedent tour’ to further study the vernacular and document every detail, from railings and posts to sleeping porches,” he recalls.Thus, careful consideration was given to the home’s building materials, particularly the brick and mortar, which is traditional to the area. Landscape architect Don Hooten—another Atlanta-based talent and frequent collaborator with Historical Concepts—incorporated it into the front hardscape, which became an important feature as the home’s arrangement of buildings (a two-story garage and dovecote flank the central home) called for an auto court in lieu of a traditional leafy front yard.

Completing the final piece of the design puzzle was Carter Kay Interiors, also based in Atlanta. While Pylant describes it as “a little bit serendipitous that everyone working on the project was from Atlanta,” he also notes that, “there’s no better place to draw talent from.”

“We joked that if they had hired someone in Louisiana, they’d still have to go to Atlanta to buy it all,” adds interior designer Carter Kay. “Our city has established itself as such an important design hub where we’ve got everything at our fingertips.”

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Artfully Arranged In the den, a Fortuny drapery fabric was repurposed as upholstery for new armchairs. opposite The client’s tapestry panels take on the form of artwork above the mantel. Hooff took lead in arranging the shelves, mixing contemporary elements with family heirlooms.

Kay, along with designer Nancy Hooff, introduced the homeowners to pieces from Atlanta showrooms and artisans that could be incorporated alongside treasured heirlooms and antiques. The effect is comfortable, inviting and simplified—perfect for the next stage of their lives. With neutral wood planking as their backdrop, the duo layered rich textures in an earthy color palette inspired by the home’s scenic natural surroundings.

“Much of the home is about taking advantage of the views,” says Hooten. As he continues to shape the landscape (future plans include a lap pool, grill area and side yards), the land’s magic is not lost on him. “There’s something about the sound of the lapping waves and smell of the salty waters,” he says. “It’s an idyllic spot to call home.”

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Room with a View above Historical Concepts’ Terry Pylant introduced shutters along the upper portion of the back porch to mitigate the westerly sun’s exposure. left and below A series of mahogany doors connecting to the combination living-and-dining room not only doubles the entertaining space but gives the couple’s little loved ones more space to play and explore. The wicker chairs are from Lloyd Flanders’ Mackinac collection.

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Master Plan A suspending mirror is the master bath’s focal point. Other winsome details include an antique garden stool and a custom light fixture by Jason Smith of Smithworks Iron & Design. right Bed hangings on the couple’s Rose Tarlow bed were stripped off to give it more modern appeal, as does its new leather back. This leather is repeated on the bench.

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UNICO 20˚87˚ Hotel Riviera Maya dials up the all-inclusive vacation Written by CLAIRE RUHLIN

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HESE DAYS, IT CAN SEEM nearly impossible to unplug and relax, even while on vacation. But at UNICO 20˚87˚ Hotel Riviera Maya, Mexico’s all-inclusive and adults-only hotel along the coast of Rivera Maya, escaping the everyday has never been easier.

UNICO 20˚787˚ isn’t your standard all-inclusive hotel. The luxury begins immediately upon arrival at the hotel’s highly Instagrammable lobby (think lofty ceilings, live plants, earthy materials and chic, wrought-iron chandeliers). After being greeted with cool towels and a refreshing beverage, you’ll be able to choose your own room scent from a selection of custom candles. Each guest is also assigned a personal Anfitrión, or local host, who provides assistance with everything from local recommendations to making reservations.

Each of UNICO 20˚787˚’s 448 guest rooms is decorated with a mix of regionally sourced organic and handmade items. Ground floor accommodations offer semiprivate swim-up pools (best enjoyed with a cocktail in hand), while upper floors boast spacious outdoor patios with ocean views and double-hydro spa tubs.

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the UNICO 20˚787˚ app, which allows guests to make reservations, book tours, order room service and find information about the hotel’s pop-up activities—which include everything from Mixology 101 to organized beach walks. If you’re looking to get a workout in, there are also water sports and fitness classes offered throughout the day.

For a more laid-back experience, head to the Esencia spa, where select treatments are included in your stay. All of UNICO 20˚787˚’s three on-site pools offer food and drink service, as well as private cabanas that can be rented in advance.

When it comes to dining, choose from four on-site restaurants that offer high-quality cuisine made with locally sourced ingredients. Options range from casual coastal fare at the beachside 20.87 Restaurant to Yucatan-inspired cuisine at Cueva Siete, helmed by celebrity chef Xavier Perez Stone. There’s also three on-property bars offering a robust mixology program and live entertainment. If you prefer to dine in, room service is available 24 hours a day and can be ordered with the press of a button via the hotel’s app.

While you may never want to leave the property, don’t miss the hotel’s excursions, most of which are also included in your stay. Take a guided tour of local landmarks such as the Mayan jungle, Isla Mujeres, Garrafon Natural Reef Park and Tulum, or swim with the dolphins, embark on a scuba-diving adventure, or enjoy a sunset sail.

With endlessly customizable options available at your fingertips—from room scent to daily activities—a stay at UNICO 20˚787˚ is whatever you decide to make it. And what could be better than that? unicohotelrivieramaya.com

clockwise, from top An array of excursions are included in your stay at UNICO. The hotel is nestled along the shimmering waters of Riviera Maya. All of the hotel’s four on-site restaurants offer fresh, top-notch cuisine. The hotel’s spacious and bright lobby is a study in laid-back luxury. A kiwi fizz from UNICO’s robust cocktail program. opposite, top to bottom La Escondida, one of three pools at UNICO 20˚87˚ Hotel Riviera Maya, includes a hydro pool and plenty of seating. Guest suites showcase organic materials and local artwork.

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Ireland’s Dromoland Castle pairs historic significance with royal experiences Written by CLAIRE RUHLIN

from top Historic Dromoland Castle has been welcoming guests since the 16th century and recently completed a €20 million restoration. The castle’s 450-acre grounds include picturesque gardens and walking trails.

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IRELAND IS NOTHING IF NOT KNOWN FOR its iconic scenery. Lush greenery, rolling hills and sweeping vistas—punctuated by historic homes and castles—provide a sense of bucolic charm, while coastal cliffs and rugged shorelines have become local attractions for visitors hailing from across the globe. It’s a setting that feels almost too magical to be real, and the best way to soak it all in is via an authentically Irish experience at one of the region’s most historic residences.

For a stay that’s as luxurious as it is authentic, look no further than the recently renovated Dromoland Castle. Nestled on more than 450 sprawling acres in Newmarket-on-Fergus, County Clare, Dromoland offers all the history of a circa-16th century residence and the comfort of a five-star hotel.

As a guest at Dromoland, your views will include the sparkling shores of Lough Dromoland and an 18-hole golf course. And as soon as you set down your bags, expect to be treated like royalty by the accommodating staff.

The hotel’s €20 million restoration project was completed in summer of 2018, in partnership with the the Irish Georgian Society to preserve the castle’s historical integrity. Guest rooms offer present-day amenities—Nespresso machines, interactive

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televisions and fully stocked minibars—in a classic setting, boasting canopied beds, lime-washed furnishings, Irish fabrics, and artwork by acclaimed Irish painter John Brennan. The rest of the hotel showcases elegant touches such as Waterford Crystal chandeliers, hand-woven Venetian silk wall coverings, stained glass, oil paintings and hunting mounts.

In addition to playing a round of golf at Dromoland Castle Golf and Country Club or strolling the castle’s grounds and hiking trails (don’t miss the enchanting fairy garden), outdoor recreational activities abound.

Guests are welcome to engage in everything from archery, falconry and horseback riding to tennis and clay shooting. Downstairs, the Spa at Dromoland Castle offers facials, body treatments and massages, including the unique golf ball massage, which uses a golf ball to target trigger points.

Dromoland also offers easy access to an abundance of must-see attractions, including the Cliffs of Moher, Bunratty Castle & Folk Park and the Burren Food Trail. For insider tips and local recommendations, Dromoland’s friendly staff is always on hand to offer assistance.

It’s this level of hospitality that makes it obvious that the estate has been welcoming visitors since the 16th century. And while Dromoland has hosted everyone from kings to international celebrities, all guests receive the royal treatment. dromoland.ie

clockwise, from left Dromoland’s luxurious interiors are grounded in historic grandeur, boasting ancestral oil paintings, antique chandeliers and stained glass. Guest rooms offer all the comforts of modern life while preserving the castle’s historic integrity. Falconry is one of the many outdoor recreational activities available on-site.

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OCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION” is the timeless real estate maxim. The saying rings true for resorts as well. In Los Cabos, Mexico, the dazzling Land’s End getaway at the tip of the Baja Peninsula, precious few premier locations remained in the 20-mile coastal corridor that links the charming colonial city of San José del Cabo and the throbbing nightlife capital of Cabo San Lucas.

However, one farsighted developer waited out hurricanes and the housing slump to create one of the destination’s finest new resorts. Eco-friendly and elegant, Montage Los Cabos fronts Santa Maria Bay and its perfect crescent-shaped beach.

Embraced by a pair of giant volcanic arms that jut into the sea and rise to ochre-colored cliffs, the protected bay is a marine sanctuary known for its placid waters and brightly colored fish (it’s a snorkeler’s paradise). The beach has received international Blue Flag certification for its adherence to stringent environmental criteria.

Fourteen years in the making—the development company acquired the iconic Hotel Twin Dolphin and its oceanfront acreage in 2004— Montage Los Cabos, the hotel brand’s first international property, opened to fanfare on May 31.

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Built in a bold, contemporary style, its sleek lines and neutral tones accentuating the beauty of the bay, the 122-room hotel’s low-rise edifices, landscaped with 40,000 rescued desert plants (all of which are endemic to the region), were designed to conserve energy. The stylish guest rooms are done up in granite and teak, with matte-finish antique marble countertops.

Each room has a spacious outdoor terrace or patio as well as indoor-outdoor showers. Traveling with extended family? Two- and three-bedroom Montage Residences are available, as are three sprawling estate homes.

The heart of the resort is Spa Montage, a 40,000-square-foot temple of renewal. Treatments utilize the healing power of indigenous ingredients. It’s a good place to surrender to the ministrations of the technicians—and relax afterwards in the adults-only serenity pool.

Dining? Marea, set directly above the beach, offers regional Baja California fare (the seafood dishes are exceptional), a swim-up bar and live music nightly. Mezcal, built to resemble a mezcal distillery (lots of copper decor), promises a gastronomic journey under the stars on its outdoor terrace.

The resort community’s newest amenity, Twin Dolphin Golf Club, a Fred Couples Signature design opened in November, is as naturalistic as the hotel. It’s a fantastic layout, but like the hotel, it takes a back seat to the resort’s serendipitous location on Santa Maria Bay.

from top The hotel lobby and infinity pool. Your choice: soaking tub or outdoor shower. Stylish guest rooms feature glorious sea views. opposite, top to bottom Private poolside cabanas are designed for relaxation. Sweeping views at Montage Los Cabo.

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Portugal’s coastal capital city presents panoramic views of centuries-old architecture and rich traditions in design and cuisine Written by CAROLYN O’NEIL

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from top Lisbon launched great explorers during the Age of Discovery and now welcomes travelers from across the globe. The Four Seasons Hotel Ritz’s collection of Portuguese art includes José de Almada Negreiros’ Centaur trilogy of Portalegre tapestries.

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ISBON IS A POSTCARD-PERFECT CITY built on seven hills overlooking the River Tagus (Rio Tejo) flowing to the mighty Atlantic Ocean. Boasting centuries of history, the city remains one of the most popular destinations for travelers today.

With a population of a half million, exploring Lisbon is easy and inspiring; hilly walks or tram rides lead to terraces that serve as miradouros, or viewpoints. One of the most spectacular views is from the medieval São Jorge Castle, where the city’s red-tiled roofs and pastel-colored buildings fan out to the river estuary beyond.

Decorative tilework is a hallmark of Lisbon’s architecture and design. The National Azulejo Museum showcases five centuries of Portuguese ceramic tile, and all over Lisbon elaborately painted tiles adorn the homes and businesses, Metro station walls, and sidewalks. Ceramic shops are part of the streetscape, too, and are filled with everything from lamps and trays to tiles and linens.

Lisbon’s enthusiasm for pretty tiles is matched only by its passion for the not-to-be-missed custard tart pastries called pastéis de nata. The flaky treat—made with a vanilla-flecked egg-custard filling—was originally born in a bakery in nearby Belem (where the lines are long but the service quick) and is Portugal’s favorite dessert or sweet snack with coffee. If you’re craving something sa-

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vory look no further than the retail temples, where whole, hand-packed sardines are sold in artfully designed cans. Seafood restaurants abound, and stylish cocktail bars liven the city late into the night.

The cuisine and art of Portugal are both celebrated at the Four Seasons Hotel Ritz Lisbon. Built in 1959 atop one of Lisbon’s hills, the hotel boasts sweeping city views and interiors that are embellished by more than 400,000 square feet of Portuguese marble and Norwegian granite. The modernist hotel, with its luxury spa and open-air rooftop fitness track, is also home to one of the largest private collections of contemporary art in Portugal, featuring an eclectic mix of sculptures, paintings and tapestries.

The art of wine pairing at the hotel’s Varanda Restaurant highlights wines from local vineyards and, of course, the country’s heritage port wines. Discovering the wines of Portugal is for many an exploration into new territory. Beginners should look for Vinho Tinto for red wine, Vinho Branco for white wine and Vinho Espumante for sparkling wine. Quinta is a designation meaning the grapes were grown on one estate or Quinta. winesofportugal.com;

clockwise from top Sweeping views of the River Tagus in Bélem. Traditional blue tiles adorn architecture in Chiado. Sardines sold in artful tins. The Rua Augusta Arch. Port wines aged to perfection.

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The ATLANTA HISTORY CENTER’s signature fall event, Back on the Farm, invited guests to enjoy a Southern feast prepared by CHEF KEVIN GILLESPIE and a team of local chefs farmers and bartenders. The event provides support for SMITH FAMILY FARM and the 4-H PROGRAM at the History Center in conjunction with UGA Extension PHOTOGRAPHY BY KIM LINK

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Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles kicked off the 2018 HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS DESIGNER SHOWHOUSE, open for tours through December 9, with a celebration at the Sub-Zero Wolf and Cove showroom in Buckhead. Showhouse sponsors, participating designers and the design-build team toasted this year’s new-build and enjoyed sips and light bites. PHOTOGRAPHY BY ROSS HENDERSON

Top Anabel Nelson, Briana Dixon, Carrie Smith; Quincy Wise, Ann McCaskey, Claire Ruhlin; Gina Christman, Elizabeth Ralls, John Fernandez, Debbie Brown Middle Charles Tsang, Steve McGlamery; Carole Weaks, Rafael De Jesus, Lana Andreyeva, Jessica Weaks Bottom Lisa Joublanc, Tasha Norland, Anne Spencer; Morgan Fields, Sydney Alexa McIntyre, Lauren Deloach, Katie Miner Hakes, Jessica Bradley; Rick Hatch, Kristin Kong, Chris Socci

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DWELL WITH DIGNITY’s pop-up shop, THRIFT STUDIO, kicked off with an opening night party at ADAC. Guests enjoyed cocktails and small bites while getting the first chance to shop discounted high-end home decor donated by local showrooms and curated into vignettes by Atlanta’s top interior designers. PHOTOGRAPHY BY CHRIS ROUGHGARDEN

Top Brent Jaques, Wes Graf, Harmony Trevena, Bradley Odom, Ann Seymour; Tonya O’Dell, Courtney Ward, Kristin Kong, Katie Lester, Tara Teverbaugh, Donna Kubis, Merav Newton Middle Drew & Joann Kandrac; Kimbra Joe, Ronna Levinson, Barbara Turner; Jasmine Gurley, Michel Smith Boyd

Bottom Tyrone Higginbottom, Mark Williams, Lorenzo Marquez, Cameron Gee; Mackenzie Johnson, Nicholas Higgins, Anna Bauerle, Cami Adair, Matt Simmonds

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UNDER CONTRACT 40 CATES RIDGE ROAD, ATLANTA, GA 30327 Perhaps one of the rarest estates on over 8.4+ acres near Buckhead. Gated and completely fenced to the back gate, this unique property is surrounded by protected state land. The estate includes a lake with fountains, waterfalls, pergola, koi ponds, guest cottage and caretaker home. Entertain with tennis, batting cages, pool, spa, outdoor dining pavilion, bar and Wolf Grill.

Price: $7.95 million; Debra Johnston 404-312-1959

125 N DEVEREUX COURT NW, ATLANTA, GA 30327 An entertainers dream with opulent finishes and thoughtful detail throughout.

Gourmet kitchen with top of the line stainless appliances and exotic stone counters. Master suite with incredible spa like bath and custom closets. Finished terrace level. Price: $1.5 million; Glennda Baker LeBlanc 678-755-3711

1325 MONTE CARLO DRIVE NW, ATLANTA GA 30327 Experience resort-like living in a private Buckhead estate on peninsula overlooking a spring fed lake. Nearly 3 acres of outdoor entertaining space has an incredible summer pavilion, pool, spa, Loggia with fireplace, award winning landscape, sports court and brick herringbone motor court. Smart home with security, open kitchen and elevator. Spectacular views and large rooms, the Master has his and hers baths, dressing rooms and morning kitchen. Terrace level has a theater, wine cellar and guest suite. Price: $5.4 million; Debra Johnston 404-312-1959

748 BURKE ROAD NE, ATLANTA, GA 30305 Amazing opportunity for state-of-the-art home. Impeccably designed on an oversized homesite. Everything you are looking for: level, fenced yard with a heated saltwater pool. 7br/6ba, guest suite on main and terrace. Tons of natural light and an all seasons porch. Spacious great room, 10-ft ceilings and rough-hewed beams. Chef’s kitchen with Wolf & SubZero appliances. Master suite with vaulted ceilings. Wine cellar, theater and flex space. Price:$1.45 million; Abby Elmore 770-490-5290

NEW CONSTRUCTION 111 ROYAL DORNOCH DRIVE, JOHNS CREEK, GA 30097

THE MANOR | 16003 MANOR CLUB DRIVE, MILTON, GA 30004

Executive home in the coveted St. Ives Country Club. Chattahoochee River frontage designed by Stephen Full for Braves Pitcher John Smoltz.

The lush landscaping greets you and flows to the entire property with a lovely saltwater pool. Grand foyer leads to the palladium windows with views of the Chattahoochee. Owner’s suite on main with spa bath.

3 Large bedrooms and library on the 2nd level. Gourmet kitchen with keeping room and large terrace level. Price: $1.4 million; Ray Hutto

Custom homes built by Loudermilk Homes at The Manor Golf & Country Club. The Manor is an exclusive high-end gated community in Milton, Georgia. Milton is considered one of the best townships in the Greater Alpharetta area and sits near a variety of shopping and dining. Featuring Georgia’s only Tom Watson designed championship golf course, The Manor boasts a world-class amenity package and an unparalleled country club lifestyle. Homes priced from $1.39 million; loudermilkhomes.com 678-578-6766

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4754 RIVERCLIFF LANDING, MARIETTA, GA 30067 Amazing home in an exceptionally convenient location – only minutes to Sandy Springs or expressways and walking distance to the River!

Fabulous, open and dramatic floor plan with owner’s suite on main, so perfect for entertaining you must see it! Exceptionally deceiving in size this incredible home is nestled among the trees on a .67 acre cul-de-sac lot and has amazing sunset views from the screened porch. Best school district in East Cobb! Price: $1.285 million; Marsha Sell 404-830-2000

1845 HIGH TRAIL, ATLANTA, GA 30339 Exceptional buy only minutes to Atlanta, convenient commute to the airport in a private gated community with walking trails to the River!!

This home is perfect throughout and has a master suite and closet to die for! Guest suite on main, plus full finished terrace level, Library, Great Room and fabulous kitchen. A must to see! Price: $1.099 million; Marsha Sell 404-830-2000

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5418 HEYWARD SQUARE PLACE, MARIETTA, GA 30068

Beautiful modern custom farmhouse home in Milton High School district.

Foyer opens to spacious dining room and study. Gourmet kitchen overlooks great room and covered porch. The main floor also includes Guest Suite to the rear. Upstairs includes a spacious owner’s suite with luxury bath & 3 large Secondary bedrooms. Large, spacious backyard; perfect for your own pool Just minutes from Downtown Crabapple & Milton.

Peachlandhomes.com Price: $849,900; Adam Brunning; 404-210-1356

From the pages of Architectural Digest the superior craftsmanship combined with stunning finishes welcome you while the sunlit rooms expose the warm inviting style. Designed for seamless entertaining the main floor features formal living and dining but the real show stopper here is the family room, keeping room and kitchen. Main floor guest suite and finished terrace level offer functional utilization of every space of this amazing home.

Price: $1.275 million; Glennda Baker LeBlanc 678-755-3711

NEW CONSTRUCTION MILTON RUN | 16320 FREEMANVILLE ROAD, MILTON, GA 30004

3810 GALLOWAY DRIVE NE, ROSWELL, GA 30075

Milton Run is a new home community in Milton featuring 1 acre plus homesites. Milton is a distinctive community that embraces small-town life and heritage while preserving and enhancing the city’s rural character. Known for its pastoral landscapes and tranquil spaces, Milton offers it’s residents both easy access to the conveniences of Atlanta and the beauty of rural living. Priced from the $700s;

Lock Highland captivating contemporary in top rated Roswell schools. The double homesite lot is surrounded by a cement fence and gate. New driveway, front door and bamboo floors. Large kitchen with new cabinets, granite, stainless steel appliances and an expansive deck. Secondary bedrooms have their own wing and each room has a loft. Master ensuite with sauna. Terrace level features secondary master, fireplace and spa. Homes priced from the mid $599,900; Ray Hutto 404-510-3340

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4725 CAMBRIDGE APPROACH CIRCLE, ROSWELL, GA 30075

100 WINDLAKE COVE, JOHNS CREEK, GA 30022

4-sided brick home, with stone accents, in an attractive enclave of homes in Roswell, but with Cobb County property taxes! Award-winning schools. Hardwood floors throughout the main level. Granite and stainless steel gourmet kitchen.

Keeping room has double fireplace. Huge Owner’s retreat with walk-in closets.

Bedroom with full bath on main level. Second floor media room or children’s playroom. The owners spend quality time at the pool in their gorgeous backyard.

Perfect for entertaining! Agent Name: Benjy Dubovsky; Price: $750,000

Gorgeous 4-sides brick home in prestigious Falls of Autry Mill. Superior attention to detail with exquisite millwork, coffered trey ceilings, gleaming hardwoods. Main level with living room, dining room, 2-story family room, chef’s kitchen with vaulted fireside keeping room, octagon breakfast room, perfect owner’s suite with fireplace and spa bath, half bath and laundry room.

Upper level boasts 4 spacious bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Finished terrace level with 2 bedrooms and 1 bath, media room with full bar, kitchenette with in-law suite. Large fenced yard with wading pool, spa with waterfall, play area and fire pit. 3-car garage. Excellent Johns Creek schools! Agent Name: Ed Short; Price: $864,888

2979 RIDGE VALLEY ROAD, ATLANTA, GA 30327

606 CONCORD WAY, BLAIRSVILLE, GA 30512 Gorgeous custom built home offers exceptional craftsmanship and upgrades. Home features stacked stone, concrete board, architectural accents and high impact Jeld Wen windows.

Brazilian cherry floors and extensive custom woodwork and arched entries, stacked stone fireplace. A roomy den with wet bar, wood burning fireplace and wall of windows. Owner’s suite with triple trey ceiling, large bath with custom shower, separate Jacuzzi tub and large closet.

2 guest bedrooms that share a custom Jack and Jill bath. Gourmet kitchen, a separate dining area with trey ceiling. An office, mud and laundry room. 2 huge bonus rooms, one with its own bath. Over-sized heated 3-car garage with entrance to temperature controlled crawl space/ storm shelter. Agent Name: Mike Emerson; Price: $775,000

71 MIDDLETON TRACE, NEWNAN, GA 30265

Stunning mid-century modern in Brandon School District. Gorgeous contemporary w/open floor plan. Interior stone wall with double sided fireplace. Hardwood floors and floor to ceiling windows throughout. Fabulous lighting. Kitchen with stainless steel Viking appliances, Caesarstone Quartz counters, large island overlooking great room, dining, breakfast area. 2 Owners’ suites, great for nanny or in-laws! Master bath with double vanities, frameless shower and soaking tub.

New landscaped backyard, deck and patio. New roof, exterior paint remote control Hunter Douglas blinds. Agent Name: Irene Clary; Price: $750,000

8830 TORRINGTON DRIVE, ROSWELL, GA 30076

Located in the prestigious Overlook of SummerGrove, this 5000+SF magnificent custom built home rests on a half acre lot overlooking the golf course and pond! Incredible custom finishes & upgrades unmatched in SummerGrove. 20 minutes south of the Hartsfield Jackson airport. Also on main is a MAGNIFICENT HUGE KITCHEN open to sitting room with incredible views of the golf course pond & its wildlife. 3 BRs including an OVERSIZED MASTER SUITE with more incredible views grace the main level. The terrace level includes tremendous storage, 2 more BRs (or in law suite & office w/gym), 2nd kitchen area, & more grand entertaining spaces. MULTIPLE PORCHES & HUGE YARD! Resort style living w/pools/tennis/lake/golf/etc!

Agent Name: Scott Cosby; Price: $600,000

Spacious 4-side brick home in quiet culdesac Grand 2 story wall of windows brings in beauty of private woods. Sunny skylit breakfast area leads to entertainment deck. Fireside master retreat on main. Coffered ceilings and elegant trim throughout. Many custom built-ins, cedar closet, extra storage. Guest suite with private bath leads to bonus area perfect for game room. Amenities include stocked lakes and hiking trails. County Club for golf, swim, tennis and dining. Agent’s own home! Agent Name: Cheryl Connell; Price: $880,000

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From wallpaper borders to quartz countertops, Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles has showcased the best Suzanna Hamilton in design since 1983

ELEGANCE, WHETHER FORMAL OR CASUAL, is the design epitome to which we all aspire. When this magazine was founded in 1983, elegant Southern homes were defined by our tolerance for maple cabinetry, wallpaper borders, and practical upholstery fabrics—preferably on something that reclined or swiveled.

At that time, “winter elegance” included a brick wood-burning fireplace topped by a pine mantel while plaid throws dotted upholstery covered in various shades of brown. The red dining room was essential because it worked superbly with the ubiquitous reproduction Tabriz rugs that lined Atlanta’s floors. Suites of furniture were purchased as readily as men purchased the implied swagger that came with shoulder pads in suits like those worn by Richard Gere and Don Johnson. Big waves, mullets, mohawks and scrunchies were our hair statements. It was a visually scary time.

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dreary and drab. Decorators went to school to become interior designers. Words such as “flow,” “space planning” and “proportion” invaded our lexicon. With the invention of the extractor hood, kitchens were opened to breakfast rooms and the requisite kitchen island was born.

Today, “winter elegance” is defined by a lightness that points to preferences towards simplicity with substance—even as we clutter those spaces with holiday decorations. Our fireplaces may be sleek and see-through, but our upholstery is plush. Alexa manages our music, television and shopping preferences. Our favorite places for red are our wine glasses, lips, socks and shoes, but rarely our rugs.

Our interiors are as polished as our blowouts at Drybar.

Thank you Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles—we’ve come so far! You’ve been a connoisseur of good taste while inspiring us with images of stunning rooms and gorgeous gardens created by Atlanta’s roster of talented design professionals. From formal to casual, urban to coastal, this magazine has defined elegance for 35 fabulous years.

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