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WHAT LIES BENEATH Behind the classic facade of a traditional, Southern-style estate, designer Kay Douglass fashions an extraordinary—and unexpected—design scheme
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NATURAL INSTINCT An Atlanta shop owner takes the edge off his concrete-and-glass condominium by incorporating tranquil colors, organic elements and one-of-a-kind accents
ATLANTA MADE Local retailers launch a new store dedicated to celebrating the city’s most accomplished craftsmen and artisans NATURAL EVOLUTION A local showroom debuts its new name with a fresh logo and new additions to its collection NEWS New paintings by Susan Hable, a week-long series of events at ADAC for design enthusiasts and the latest finds from the recent Maison et Objet trade show in Paris
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today is about living with a range of styles. While designers are pros at making ‘the mix’ seem so effortless, at the end of the day what you live with should be a reflection of your personal interests and passions. Few people live in purely traditional or contemporary interiors anymore. Too much of the former feels like you’re stepping into a historic house museum, while too much of the latter gives the illusion you’re living in an art gallery. That’s not to say that either can’t be done successfully, but living with a mix is, frankly, more fun. The features in this month’s issue show how divergent styles can work together with aplomb. Architect Bill Ingram has filled a contemporary condominium with antiques and one-of-a-kind finds. Designer Kay Douglass took a traditional manse and pared it down to its basic essentials, without sacrificing style. In Midtown, David D’Ambrosio’s organic and glamorous touches take the edge off his concrete-and-glass aerie. Even at the rustic barn that serves as the setting for this month’s entertaining story, exotic ikat textiles and a giant contemporary chandelier seem just right. Each of these projects has a distinct point of view. Here’s hoping one of them inspires you as you continue to define—and refine—your own. Enjoy the month!
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The allure of Atlanta MADE is in the shop’s diverse mix of offerings, which range from exquisite jewelry and comfortable furniture to tasty treats made by a local chocolatier. top row, left to right Five color samples offer a hint of the range of colors in which concrete and terrazzo fixtures and furnishings by Dex Industries are available. Jewelry selections include a bracelet by Cary Calhoun Designs and earrings by Frances Smith. A framed wax-oil rubbing and white earthenware Tatoosh lamp, both by artist Gregor Turk, are paired with a chest by Skylar Morgan Furniture + Design. bottom row, left to right Fine art photography by Kathleen Walker hangs above a console by Skylar Morgan Furniture + Design. The chair and ottomans are by Bjork Studio. Everyday objects, including wood kitchen utensils by Nick Cook, have an artistic flair.
the interior designer’s appreciation for workmanship, quality materials and microscopic attention is second to none. “These are talented folks—doing so much work for Atlanta’s top designers—but the retail market does not know who they are,” says Larrabee-Martin. As a result, Atlanta MADE is devoted to not only showcasing the tangible wares of Atlanta’s creative class, but also to sharing the stories behind the city’s woodworkers, furniture designers, metalsmiths, artists and others who are preserving the tradition of crafting by hand. And whether it’s as elaborate as a custom wood-and-iron bookcase that’s a collaboration between furniture designer
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Natural Evolution A local showroom debuts its new name with a fresh logo, updated website and new additions to its collection
top A combination of new additions and designer favorites fills the Bradley showroom, including the Theodore dining table, armless Mick chairs and the Christopher chandelier. A painting by Lynn Raney rests atop a graphic wallcovering design by Flat Vernacular. The console and étagère are also by Bradley. above Another showroom installation features the Sebastian dining table, Paolo chair, Tod console and Tori chandelier. The wallcovering is by Flat Vernacular, and the photograph, “Dogwood #3,” is by Mali Azima.
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After more than two years in the works, luxury home furnishings company Bradley Hughes is now, simply, Bradley. Although the name may have gotten smaller, don’t be fooled: Everything else with the company seems to be expanding, and at rapid speed. Expect to see collaborations with well-known designers and a transition into more of a multi-line showroom—the next natural step for this 11-year-old company’s evolution. Bradley, which has showrooms at both ADAC and The Merchandise Mart in Chicago, is perhaps best known for its furnishings, lighting and accessories available in an extensive range of materials and fully customizable fi nishes (think antiqued mirror, reclaimed wood, concrete and painted glass). Fine art, wallpaper and customprinted textiles also are part of the company’s oeuvre, and Bradley is adding the works of a number of artisans to its roster of offerings. A newly revamped website now showcases all of the company’s more than 200 products. (404) 814-9595; bradley-usa.com
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BRIGHT & BOLD Athens artist SUSAN HABLE may be most well-known for the graphic, hand-drawn patterns and strikingly colorful, abstract motifs that are hallmarks of the New York-based textile company Hable Construction that she owns with her sister, Katharine Hable Sweeney. But for the first time, the artist’s original watercolor, gouache and India ink paintings are now available exclusively through Bungalow Classic. Don’t miss the reception for Susan Hable at the Westside showroom on May 2 from 5-8 p.m. (404) 351-9120; bungalowclassic.com
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hosts its spring series of interior design, lifestyle and entertaining events May 6 through 10. Speakers include Atlanta native Miles Redd and Million Dollar Decorators Mary McDonald and Martyn Lawrence Bullard, plus Barbara Barry and Charles Faudree, among others. The Southeast Designer of the Year will be revealed at a ceremony on May 9. This month also marks the 30th anniversary of ADAC’s popular Sample Sale, scheduled for May 3-5. For complete information, visit adacatlanta.com/events and samplesaleatlanta.com. Designer Mary McDonald’s new collection of fabrics is available at ADAC through F. Schumacher. Around Beauty (Rizzoli, $65), is designer Barbara Barry’s first book. Both women will speak at ADAC this month.
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Atlanta shop owners Meg Harrington and Ann Huff are stocking Huff Harrington Home with their favorite finds from the recent MAISON ET OBJET trade show in Paris. Among their très chic selections are super soft, 100 percent cotton Turkish Hamam towels ($18)—perfect for the kitchen, bath or bar—and delicately scented macarooninspired soaps ($12-$36) that are produced in a small fragrance atelier in Strasbourg, France. (404) 467-0311; huffharrington.com
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Naomi von Habersham They say that if you live long enough, you will see things come full circle. Well, I think that just might be true. In recent months, I have noticed quite a few blasts from the past that have once again become the rage thanks to a little tweaking. Witnessing these trends a second time around makes me feel old—in fact, as old as Methuselah! And if you’re as old as I am, then you know who Methuselah was. If you’re young, then I bet you’ll have to look it up. Brunschwig & Fils recently updated its classic animal print, “Les Touches,” in all kinds of peppy colors like pink, aqua and leafy green. Way back in the late 1960s, both the black and red versions of “Les Touches” were seen everywhere, including in many ultra-fashionable homes. (How many of you remember designer Geoffrey Beene’s dining room that was shrouded in black and white “Les Touches”? It was one of the most fabulous rooms ever decorated.) Although I still prefer the original colorways, I have to hand it to Brunschwig & Fils for appealing to the new generation of designers who love color—and the brighter, the better. I wonder what other fabric oldies might be ripe for color makeovers? And what about this season’s hubbub over Gucci’s 60th anniversary horsebit patent leather loafers? Although my Gucci loafers aren’t 60 years old, I do have some that are close to 40. I swore up and down that I would never wear my white patent leather pair again (hey, they were hot in the early 1970s!), but considering that the young fashionistas are now sporting these patent loafers, I plan to join the trend by dusting off my vintage pair. I may not look as chic in my loafers as Charlotte Casiraghi (Princess Caroline of Monaco’s daughter and the face of Gucci), but if they help to make me look a tad bit hip, then I’ll break all fashion rules and wear white patent leather before Memorial Day—and perhaps after Labor Day, too!
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» Historic Roswell’s growing culinary landscape recently welcomed the arrival of THE MILL KITCHEN & BAR. Inspired by what’s currently in season, executive chef Marc Taft (also top toque at Marietta’s Chicken & The Egg) is whipping up a quintessential Southern menu with modern flair. Think pimento-cheese fritters, wild boar meatballs (above) and iron-skillet fried chicken. Top it all off with a slice of Jack Daniels chocolate pecan pie. 590 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell 30075. (770) 817-9345; themillkitchenandbar.com » Billed as a Colonial American restaurant, Ford Fry’s new venture, KING + DUKE, takes on a noticeably more casual approach than his other portfolio of dining establishments, which includes The Optimist, JCT. Kitchen & Bar and No. 246. Complete with an open hearth, the restaurant’s menu focuses on wood-roasted meat, fish and fowl. The space also boasts a private, period-furnished dining room called “The Drawing Room,” a nod to rooms where men would retire for after-dinner drinks and cigars. 3060 Peachtree Rd., Atlanta 30305. kinganddukeatl.com
Returning to Midtown for its third year, the ATLANTA FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL invites attendees on a four-day culinary journey highlighting flavors and libations authentic to the South—from Texas to West Virginia. Attendees will experience seminars, demonstrations and tasting tents with themes such as Southern Grown, Southern Sweets and Craft Beer. 5/30-6/2. For ticket details and other event information, visit atlfoodandwinefestival.com.
» After successfully touting her sweet confections around town for the last several years, architect-turned-chocolatier Amy Stankus has opened the doors to her very own brickand-mortar shop, CHOCOLATE SOUTH. This sunny Westside boutique displays a bounty of chocolate bonbons arranged on an antique buffet. Favorites include peach tea chocolate and a signature “gruffle”—dark chocolate and liquer-infused cream in an oversized truffle. 1050 Marietta St. NW, Atlanta 30318. (404) 815-8859; chocolatesouth.com
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Local taste connoisseurs dish on their favorite creations which highlight this fragrant herb
“At Seven Lamps we’re currently featuring a Thai Rita that contains reposado tequila, agave nectar, zest of oranges, grapefruit and lime, fresh lime juice, lemongrass, jalapeño, ginger and basil. I combine the ingredients and seal them in a bag then sous vide the bag for two days at 120 degrees. The sous vide process slowly cooks the cocktail at a controlled temperature, further intensifying the flavors and caramelizing the sugars while not allowing any vapors to escape. The cocktail is smooth and light with hints of freshness from the basil.” –Arianne Fielder, Seven Lamps
“We recently added a basilcentric mozzarella tasting plate to our bar menu. This plate features Oro Bianco, a cheese made fresh every day by some of our friends in Snellville, and a ball of mozzarella drizzled with Italian estate olive oil, Taggiasca olive puree and fresh Genovese basil pesto. This is a classic preparation of pesto featuring fresh picked basil leaves, olive oil, garlic, Parmigiano-Reggiano and pine nuts. The tasting plate also includes a fried mozzarella ball with large basil leaves adhered to the sphere prior to breading it with ciabatta breadcrumbs. This is served with a tomato fondue infused with more fresh basil roasted garlic.“ –Matthew Murphy, Three Blind Mice
“I love using basil in a panna cotta application because the cream really amplifies the flavor of the basil. It helps gives it a bright aroma, without being too cloying. I always associate the smell of basil with my garden during the summer; it seems to penetrate all other smells. In a panna cotta, basil really helps communicate that clarity and memory. Then adding strawberries gives a natural sweetness that complements the basil and cream; much the same way tomatoes work with basil and mozzarella in a caprese salad. All the flavors speak of the transition from spring to summer for me.” –Andrea Litvin, The Spence
Local frozen-treats purveyor KING OF POPS recently debuted its Pops Pick-up Window at its production kitchen, which is located next to the Beltline in Inman Park. Patrons can cool off Monday through Saturday, starting at 9 a.m., with a rotating selection of flavors, including summer favorites like peachesand-cream and blueberry lemonade. 1079 North Ave. NE, Atlanta 30307. (404) 5076774; kingofpops.net
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During his free time, Bell enjoys the best of Atlanta with his wife Christine, daughter Emily and twin sons, Carson and Chase. His hobbies include coaching his children’s sports, mountain biking and playing club soccer with friends. Courtney Foster, a Ringgold, Georgia native, has been in the Atlanta kitchen and bath industry for almost five years. She earned a degree in furnishings and interiors from The University of Georgia and, in 2011, she joined Bell Kitchen & Bath Studio as a kitchen and bath designer. That same year, Foster was awarded the Calla Award for Large Kitchen for a project in collaboration with kitchen and bath industry veteran Jim Meloy. Also in 2011, she began her design blog, “The Cow Spot,” where she writes weekly posts detailing current and upcoming projects, trends and design concepts. Foster’s blog was a finalist for Best New Design Blog for the 2012 Design Bloggers Hall of Fame and was recently nominated for a Homie award by Apartment Therapy. Earlier this year, Foster was selected by The National Kitchen & Bath Association as one of the industry’s Top 30 under 30. Foster is very active in NKBA and currently serves as Vice President of Academic Relations for the NKBA Georgia Chapter.
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SETTING THE STAGE WITH THE QUIET ARCHITECTURE OF HIS COLONY SQUARE RESIDENCE SERVING AS A BACKDROP, ARCHITECT BILL INGRAM MARRIES FURNISHINGS OF DISPARATE STYLES AND VARIOUS PERIODS FOR A UNIQUE BUT KEENLY EDITED MIX Written by Heather J. Paper Photographed by Erica George Dines Produced by Clinton Smith
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Architect and homeowner Bill Ingram admits he has a preference for “leggy chairs and furniture that are lifted off the floor,” like the sofa from Lee Stanton Antiques, black Regency chairs from Parc Monceau and Saber Leg ottoman by Formations. Still, he adds, it’s important that not everything be up on “tiptoes.” In this living area, a pair of rope lounge chairs with mohair cushions establishes a masterful mix. The 17th-century Italian fresco is from Jeff Littrell Antiques.
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Within the living room, a Saarinen table surrounded by three gray-and-gold slipcovered chairs by John Saladino creates a mini-library area, visually anchored by an antique Italian sconce on the nearby wall. The desk lamp is a midcentury design by George Nelson. The paint color is Cloud White by Benjamin Moore.
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above Though not positioned in close proximity, two 19th-century Pearwood demilune tables still work as a pair. This one, with an English gilt wood convex mirror from Parc Monceau above it, is “loaded up” with treasured collectibles, says Ingram, while the one on the opposite side of the room features just a single object so the two don’t compete. The porcelain faux bois votive holders are from Takashimaya. right Ingram selected overscaled upholstery for the diminutive dining area—chairs from Mrs. Howard and banquette-style seating created with a Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams sofa. An antique mirror bounces light into the dramatic space, one perfectly suited for snacks and cocktails. A West Elm table is set with Paris porcelain from the 1850s, while hand-colored prints featuring great oak trees of England surround the alcove. The space is painted in Benjamin Moore’s Cromwell Gray HC-103.
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Proving that treasured antiques can mix with contemporary art and pieces less precious, a painted French chest and print by artist Sean Greene are right at home with down-filled chaises from West Elm. opposite Ingram’s well-edited approach is readily apparent in the bedroom, where a king-size bed—with a luxurious to-the-ceiling upholstered headboard—is joined by little more than a nailhead chest of drawers and a pair of antique Pembroke tables.
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never lived in a white setting like this before. I had the yellow sofa, which started a gold theme carried out in accents like mirrors and sconces. I thought that the warm gray worked well with the yellow, but everything else is pretty neutral—including the white walls and bleached floors.” The floorplan, he points out, is by no means big but it’s open and flows spatially. It’s a lateral layout, wider than it is deep, which poses few problems thanks to a window wall that runs the entire length of the unit—and offers stunning views of Midtown beyond. Throughout, Ingram has carefully redefi ned spaces to better suit his lifestyle. What was once a “spare space,” perhaps used as a reading nook, now serves as a cozy dining alcove. Likewise, the original dining area is now a comfortable TV room. Even a corner of the living room is set up with a Saarinen table piled high with books and surrounded by slipcovered Saladino chairs, creating a mini-library. He defi nes the overall well-edited look as “luxurious sparity; I have only the things I really want here. That—plus the fact that it’s secure, comfortable and quiet—makes Colony Square feel like a true getaway.” SEE RESOURCES, BACK OF BOOK. 51
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clockwise, from top right Designer Walter Mazzanti puts the ďŹ nishing touches on the rustic table setting. Homemade beet raviolis await to be plated. The herbed-green custard was served before the digestif. Juliana Shields (left) and Tracy Mitchell (right) of Sufficiently Amused, whip up the eveningâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s six-course meal in the kitchen farmhouse at New Moon Gardens. The goat cheese cheesecake featured a sea-salted raw cacao pistachio coconut crust. Toasted farro with golden beets, oven-roasted tomatoes and prosecco was served in miniature mason jars. Shields sneaks away to fetch a couple of empty glasses to toast a successful evening. The bourbon-based beet cocktail was garnished with sage leaves. opposite New Moon Gardens features acres of undisturbed natural foliage.
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Not long ago, people regularly hosted friends for drinks, dinner and dessert, all served with a side of rich conversation. Recipes were culled from family archives and the pages of cookbooks, and tables were set with fi ne china and florals. A fi ne cognac or other digestif would signal the end of a carefree evening. But with today’s more work, less play culture, a traditional dinner party has all but grown scarce. Enter the ladies of Sufficiently Amused. This Atlanta trio’s popup Sunday suppers are helping to fi ll the void left by the endangered dinner party, while bringing good food and deep conversation back to the table. “The goal of Sufficiently Amused is to create an environment where people can gather to indulge their senses—not only in thoughtfully prepared food, but also in the company of interesting
individuals,” explains chef and Sufficiently Amused owner Tracy Mitchell (who also owns Bad Dog Taqueria in Emory Village). “I like to think of food and great company as the great equalizer. We’re all different, but in those few moments at the table we come together to savor an experience.” Their inaugural fête took place on a warm Sunday evening at New Moon Gardens in Lithonia, Georgia. The farm’s owner, and friend of Mitchell, David McMullin, had recently fi nished restoring the dilapidated late-1800s property. Creating a unique ambience for their guests wasn’t the only objective of the evening; it was also about proving that beets are making a culinary comeback. “‘Break it Down: The Organic Beet Box’ was the name of that night’s dinner,” says sous chef Juliana Shields. “For everyone who thought they disliked beets, we took them by surprise.” From the opening cocktail to the cheesecake dessert, each item on the evening’s menu promi55
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nently featured some variety of beet, including the pizzas that were grilled over an open fi re pit and served to guests as they arrived. Next, they stepped inside the rustic-chic barn to commence their six-course beet-centric meal, with highlights such as toasted farro served in miniature mason jars and herbed-green custard with beet oil. The company’s resident sommelier, Susan Maschal, was also on hand, pouring rare but perfectly paired varietals. Designer Walter Mazzanti of Abitato Inc., who frequently collaborates with Mitchell, was at the helm of transforming the empty barn into a cozy space. “This evening was all about the food, so I didn’t want to create anything too distracting. I did, however, want to juxtapose the farm’s ruggedness and beauty with clean, contemporary lines,” he says. Mazzanti repurposed a weathered feeding trough found on-site into a centerpiece that was styled with twinkling candles and different beet varieties, cut in half to reveal their vibrant color and texture. Custom ikat table runners added yet another punch of color next to the sleek white chairs and striking modern chandelier. As day faded into dusk, Mazzanti’s decision to up-light the ceiling’s rafters cast a warm glow just as the fi nal courses were being served. Like any great dinner party, this one was memorable until the fi nal moments. “It was getting dark, the music was amazing and everyone was enjoying the warmth of the fi re with their fellow diners,” recalls Mitchell. “It was magical.” SEE RESOURCES, BACK OF BOOK. 56
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Seats for Sufficiently Amused’s first pop-up dinner party filled quickly with an array of food-loving guests, including the local proprietors of Decatur’s Avellino’s Pizza, who provided the dough for the evening’s grilled pizzas. opposite, clockwise, from top left Mazzanti took his color cue for the tablescape from the evening’s beet-centric menu. Custom ikat table runners added an exotic touch to the rustic setting. Supper was served inside the restored barn, just steps away from the property’s charming red farmhouse. 57
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BEHIN ND THE CLASSIC C FA AC ADE E OF A TR A DIT TIONAL,, SOU THER NSTYLE ESTATE,, DE ESIGNER K AY DOUGLASS FA SHIONS A N EXTR AOR DINA RY—A ND UNEX PECTED—DESIGN SCHEME Photographed by Mali Azima
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right Rich, dark wood finishes on the walls, floor and ceiling were replaced with a light-and-bright palette. The white paint color used thoughout the home is Benjamin Moore's Sea Pearl. Douglass commissioned the artwork by having a custom-designed fabric stretched over a canvas frame. She based the pattern of the cabinet doors on a design that she had seen while vacationing in Italy. The chairs are from South of Market and the vintage wire stools were found in France. opposite The foyer hints at the unexpected interior that lies beyond. In true Douglass fashion, the minimalist space places importance on just a few special objects: the old (the homeowners’ prized Mies van der Rohe daybed), the found (a straw sculpture from the south of France) and the new (a hide rug). previous spread The homeowners, parents to three young children, loved the floor plan of the classic estate home, but wanted to update it with “fresh, modern flair,” says designer Kay Douglass. The family room is refreshingly clutter-free; here, “overscaled pieces help create a simplified and harmonious, yet practical, environment for a young family,” she says.
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that this Atlanta home’s traditional facade belies a minimalist, clutter-free interior designed for an active family of five. But the fi rst hint that this refi ned Southern manor is anything but expected occurs the closer you approach the home, thanks to shutters and bricks painted in an identical, monochromatic white. “A unified color across the shutters and the exterior upholds its feeling of Southern elegance,” explains designer and South of Market owner Kay Douglass, who was
hired on to give this Southern belle a more modern facelift for a young family that had recently relocated from Florida. That light-and-bright feel was precisely the aesthetic the homeowners wanted to infuse into the interiors, which at the time of purchase consisted of mainly dark, rich browns. The clients’ charge: “Out with the old energy, in with the new energy,” and whitewashing the floors and whitening the walls was Douglass’s fi rst order of business. Known for her clean-lined, less-is-more approach, Douglass, who is also a master editor, decided to adjust the home’s floor plan by moving the original dining room 61
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The homeowners, says Douglass, were open to a less traditional take on the dining room, so she opted for two graphic tables— one round and one square—which are surrounded by South of Market’s armless Jules dining chairs and anchored by a pair of identical iron chandeliers. Orange silk-and-cotton panels add dimension to the space, while round wooden bands (possibly from a barrel) add graphic interest to the space above the fireplace.
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above Douglass opted to move the dining room to the center of the home to allow for a better flow throughout the main floor. The sofa and stools are from South of Market. below Douglass unified the colors of the shutters and the brick to give it a contemporary verve, while retaining its feeling of Southern elegance. opposite In the breakfast room, an upholstered banquette is paired with modern pedestal tables, vintage chairs from France and an overscaled drum pendant light fixture.
to the center of the house, which would not only create better movement throughout the main floor, but also allow the room to take on added importance. Never one to shy away from scale—or experimentation, for that matter—Douglass opted to give the dining room the air of a restaurant or gathering space by specifying not one but two dining tables, in contrasting shapes (one is round, the other square). Mixed with soft, upholstered chairs, identical iron chandeliers and dramatic orange draperies, the result is a space that’s as spare as it is sophisticated—but also large enough to accommodate a dinner party or cozy enough for an intimate dinner. There was one room, though, where the homeowners challenged Douglass to depart from the neutral palette, and that was in 64
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In the study, pairs of overscaled pieces create a “simplified, harmonious, yet practical environment for a young family,” says Douglass. “The use of strong colors as accents around purposeful upholstery pieces pulls together the modern with the old.” The chaises, woven desk chairs and orange stools are from South of Market. The owners' collection of color photography features works by artist Stephen Wilkes, which are set against lacquered walls painted in Pratt & Lambert's London Fog.
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the study, where the designer fulfi lled their dream of creating a striking, lacquered-gray retreat. As she did with the dining area, the designer juxtaposed pairs of overscaled pieces with brilliant white and orange accents. Beyond making a dazzling design statement, the room also serves as a functioning home office and quiet retreat. “It was important to the family that each and every space be used to maximum efficiency,” says Douglass of the dual-purpose room. Equally paramount to the homeowners, who had worked in the furniture business in the past, was incorporating some of their favorite pieces, but with “a fresh, modern 68
flair,” says Douglass. And the entry, she says, is the perfect example. “The foyer is the positive result of using our client’s favorite piece”—the chaise from their previous residence—“with something ‘found,’ a straw sculpture sourced from the south of France that adds the perfect burst of color.” It’s precisely that kind of burst, that signature “spice” that Douglass is known for weaving into her projects, which not only unites the modern with the old, but also propels this interior from pretty and practical to punchy and powerful. But with this designer at the helm, that’s every bit expected. SEE RESOURCES, BACK OF BOOK.
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DESIGNER KAY DOUGLASS EMPLOYED A ‘ ‘LESS-IS-MORE ’ APPROACH IN DECORATING THE RESIDENCE, BUT DID SO WITHOUT SACRIFICING STYLE AND COMFORT FOR THE FAMILY OF FIVE WHO CALL IT HOME.
The homeowners love to entertain and often open all the doors between the house and the terrace, which overlooks the infinity pool and lush, green lawn. opposite Douglass’s design philosophy is about simplicity and editing a space down to its essence. In the master bedroom, color and texture enhance the home’s existing architecture, which includes the original stone mantel.
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Natural Instinct A LOCAL SHOP OWNER TAKES THE EDGE OFF HIS CONCRETE-AND-GLASS CONDOMINIUM BY INCORPORATING TRANQUIL COLORS, ORGANIC ELEMENTS AND UNIQUE ACCENTS Story by Alyse Harral Stevens
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Homeowner and designer David D’Ambrosio transformed a guest bedroom in his Midtown condominium into a dining room, this page and opposite, which he also uses as a home office. “I love having that table to spread out all my design boards,” he says. “And the chandelier illuminates the whole room; it’s layered with lights.” The custom table is made of hickory, and the crystal chandelier is by Currey & Company. Both are from D’Ambrosio’s shop, Redefined Home Boutique. Carved black chairs by Noir. Candelabra by Oly. D’Ambrosio only wanted a hint of color in his serene condo. “For more color, I simply add flowers,” he says. Vessel on table is by Arteriors. 71
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The living room was designed solely as an entertaining space. A silk-and-wool rug adds luster, while a shagreen coffee table by Made Goods gives the space added texture. The mounted horses were found in Paris. A pillow, custom-made from an antique grain sack, rests on a sofa upholstered in a soft gray linen. The alpaca wool throw is by Thomas Paul. Nesting tables by Mr. Brown by Julian Chichester. Lamps and chandelier by Oly.
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D’Ambrosio shops weekly for vintage and antique accessories to fill his home and West Midtown shop, Redefined Home Boutique. A 1912 Corona typewriter is one of many he’s collected. The framed Emerson quote is by Art Classics. A one-of-a-kind Indonesian driftwood sculpture sits atop a metal console table by Vagabond Vintage.
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DAVID D’AMBROSIO CREATED HIS LITTLE GLASS box in the sky by accomplishing a careful balancing act. The concrete-and-glass condominium was very much a bachelor pad when he bought it—bright burgundy and royal blue paint, wall-towall carpeting and maple laminate floors. But the view from the 19th floor of the Metropolis convinced him he was home. Aiming for the clean, sophisticated look of a boutique hotel, but with added interest, D’Ambrosio’s fi rst purchase was a silverleaf and gray mohair Louis-style chair that now resides in his bedroom. “I like to pick one piece to start with, branch out the design from that, and then go back to it for reference and inspiration,” he says. The chair established D’Ambrosio’s goal to soften the large planes of glass and concrete with classic lines, organic elements, natural fabrics and tranquil tones. He certainly wanted to make his home warmer and more inviting. At the same time, he fashioned a space that allowed his collection of unique vintage objects and accessories to stand out. “I love mixing styles,” D’Ambrosio says. “When pressed, I call
my style ‘industrial modern.’ I try to redefi ne objects from the past and turn them toward the present.” D’Ambrosio shied away from using too much saturated color in the space and, instead, chose paints and fabrics that offered undertones of color. In the living room, there is a layer of purple under the slate and gray fi nishes. In the dining room, honey tones shine through dark grays and black. Different metallic touches also add light and substance. “I love mixing metals,” D’Ambrosio adds. “The more organic, matte tones are easily blendable, and give more of a found look, instead of a room that looks right out of a catalogue.” D’Ambrosio uses the same philosophy at his West Midtown shop, Redefi ned Home Boutique. “I’ve always loved old things, but I never wanted to own an antiques shop,” he admits. “The feel of my house is much like the store—almost all of the accessories are found. It just adds a unique touch to know no one else has the same thing.” SEE RESOURCES, BACK OF BOOK. 73
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This Louis XVI chair by Oly was the first piece D’Ambrosio bought for the condominium, and it served as the design inspiration for the entire residence. The petrified wood stump and vintage camera are from Redefined Home Boutique. The dresser is by Tritter Feefer. Banana silk-and-wool rug from Moattar. opposite “There is nothing more that I love at the end of the day than curling up with a good book in bed, with the chandelier dimmed, and looking out over my view of the city,” says D’Ambrosio. The antler chandelier is vintage. Bed linens by Bella Notte.
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QUINTESSENTIALLY ATLANTA
THE SKIRTED TABLE
What makes an Atlanta house a HOME? In the fifth installment of our year-long series examining the things that are essential to every Atlanta residence, MARCIA SHERRILL gathers around the timeless table
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there is one single piece of furniture that characterizes Atlanta—at least during the last 25 years—it has to be the skirted table. In particular, the skirted round table—quite possibly, the most versatile piece of furniture on the planet. I’m not sure of its history, but I have flashbacks to the image of Scarlett O’Hara wearing her draperies and, just maybe, the mounds of velvet wrapped around her shoulders found a fi nal resting place as a table topper (or two). Skirted tables rose to prominence in 1970s when magazines started to feature them extensively. In the ’80s, The Prince of Chintz, Mario Buatta, certainly heaped piles of fabric on skirted tables, and others followed with skirted bathroom sinks and, fi nally, slipcovered sofas. Designers simply couldn’t get enough of a good thing— and neither could we. Atlanta’s own born-andbred home furnishings retailer Ballard Designs set the whole country aflutter with round plywood tables and luscious skirts in an array of colors and fleur-de-lis patterns that were sold by the tens of thousands. We bought toile, chinoiserie and chintzy floral prints. Cabbage roses, hydrangeas and tulip prints made our bedrooms feel like bowers. Along with the luxurious folds of fabric that
cascaded to the floor came extra storage—piles of magazines, tissues boxes and extra alarm clocks could be stashed away in a nanosecond. Then, thanks to decorators realizing the potential of a skirted table to make an entire room, the tables left the bedside and began showing up in living rooms and dining rooms. Petite 18- and 24-inch round tables gave way to 60and 84-inch rounds that, to this day, continue to command presence in a room. While skirted tables were banished by fancy L.A. and New York decorators in the late ’90s and early 2000s in lieu of mirrored and lucite pieces, we never backed down. But today, billowy ball gownlike skirts of taffeta have given way to more crisp and tailored designs, with couture-like detailing. Goodbye, fussy skirts of yore. Thanks to a little grosgrain ribbon trim, lowly burlap and hemp fabrics have become the fabrics du jour. And, fi nally, while the table itself is always the focus, what sits on a skirted round table makes it even more special— and Southern. Atlantans love to display mountains of silver picture frames of friends, family and pets—even strangers— for everyone to see. After all, sometimes a piano just isn’t big enough to hold all those memories.
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Custom Cabinets Not Included.
The Luxury Living Show custom kitchen will feature the latest technology, gadgets, colors, style, conveniences and custom cabinets. Funny, it is the same with new Global Imports BMWs, except for the custom cabinets, of course. Come visit our newly renovated BMW showroom today. It’s another glimpse at luxury living.
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The Ultimate Driving Machine®
550 Interstate North Parkway Atlanta, GA 30339 770.951.2697 • atlantabmw.com 3/21/13 10:09 AM
