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Romantic Classicism YM Derazi & Peter Block: Honored Recipients of the 2011 Philip Shutze Award

3403 tuxedo road Custom Estates in Buckhead Nan Haverty knows that Shaba Derazi is unequivocally the most talented master builder. She enjoys representing his ﬁrm because of their high level of expertise of managing the process of building a client’s dream home. Nan Haverty, as a top agent in Buckhead, is now

seeing a very strong demand for expensive new construction. The biggest challenge for her clients in Buckhead is locating three to ﬁve acres that have an estate feel and an exclusive address – because Buckhead is limited in land inventory. Her favorite pieces of property to build on today are 3403 Tuxedo Road and

1950 West Paces Ferry Road. The Tuxedo Road property is located in prestigious Tuxedo Park and is almost three acres. The West Paces Ferry address is unique because it has ﬁve acres and is extremely private. When you walk this site, you can acually feel the peace and serenity that surrounds this land.

1950 west paces ferry road Romantic Classicism Renowned architect Peter Block has a disciplined approach and true understanding of classicism. Peter has travelled all over the world designing homes for his clients. He is, not only an architect, but an artist with the talent to easily create a look of restrained, yet quiet opulence. These are two of her favorite renderings, designed by Peter. Nan is passionate about Mediterranean villas. The style is

relaxed living, inspired by strong colors and natural materials, where all of the elements tie together organically. The Atlanta climate is friendly to lush palm trees and landscaping that is natural to Mediterranean homes – a genre that will never go out of style. A timeless look that will always be in demand. Buckhead has many beautiful Mediterranean homes – some of her favorites are located on Habersham, Cherokee, Tuxedo, Paces Val-

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ley, Peachtree Battle, and Blackland. What she loves most about Mediterranean homes is that they reﬂect the quote by Leonardo da Vinci – “Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.”

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RISING TO THE OCCASION In a penthouse at the Aberdeen in Vinings, designer Carole Weaks takes her classic style to new heights

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SMALL WORLD In her diminutive Manhattan abode, Cartersville native Lindsey Harper proves that even the smallest space can live large

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BATH CONTEST WINNERS See the spaces that wowed our expert judges BATHING BEAUTIES From foundational fixtures to finishing touches, we present the pieces you need to make your bath current, comely and complete KITCHEN + BATH NEWS Enticing new reasons to visit metro-area showrooms, plus the latest moves from many of our region’s top industry professionals A FEAST FOR THE EYES A cool and cozy custom kitchen takes center stage within one of the South’s most frequented luxury shopping destinations SHOPPING AMERICASMART Atlanta’s long-reigning king of design takes our Editorial Director on a whirlwind tour of this wholesale merchandise Mecca INTERIOR PHILOSOPHY The inventory at this beachy north Buckhead boutique translates beautifully into one co-owner’s Watercolor, Florida, escape

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CALENDAR Serious art exhibits to stir curiousity and cognition, while a festive fourth-annual Bastille Day tribute attracts fleets of area Francophiles NAOMI Our arbiter of the eccentric keeps her cool this summer with indulgences aplenty, then heads beyond the city limits for a pastoral family affair FOOD NEWS A killer foodie festival, additions to augment already jawdropping menus and the secret post-work sips of four leading local chefs ETC. Marcia culls words of design wisdom from the brilliant Bunny Williams

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What I love about this year’s Bath of the Year contest winners is that the personalities and needs of the homeowners are evident in each one. These winners are not a milquetoast bunch who designed their spaces based solely upon what’s “on trend,” or whether or not it was good for resale value. Their respective designers and architects also didn’t try to box them into a certain “look”—each space was a true collaboration between client and professional. I was recently on a panel that discussed kitchen trends. In the past, we used to see so many houses where the owners had requested exactly what they had seen at their friends’ or neighbors’ homes. Whether it was a French Country or Tuscan-inspired kitchen, the idea of having a cookie-cutter version of someone else’s kitchen (or bath or living room or…) has recently, and thankfully, gone out of fashion. These days, personalization is more paramount than ever. Homeowners have realized that, much like the clothes they wear, their homes should be a reflection of themselves. Now that’s a trend I can live with. Clinton Smith Editorial Director twitter.com/clintonrsmith

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STYLE THE ART OF INVENTION ARTFUL TOUCHES ARE WHAT MAKE THIS ROOM UNIQUE. “THERE’S A LOT OF SCULPTURE TO THE VANITY. IT’S NOT THE KIND OF THING YOU’D PICK UP AT A LOCAL CABINETRY SHOP,” NOTES DESIGNER KAREN FERGUSON. “THE COUNTERTOPS ARE POLISHED LIMESTONE AND DOUBLE-THICK FOR A HEAVIER LOOK. THEY FINISH OFF THE CABINETRY WITH THE CORRECT PROPORTIONS.”

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Morning DREAM With artful brilliance and innovation, an architect and designer create a bath that revolutionizes the daily routine, offering a sense of serenity beyond its owners’ wildest imaginations For their new master bathroom, homeowners Judith and Bahnson Stanley wanted a minimalist, sculptural space that would serve as a work of art in itself. They also requested separate spots to get ready, but vetoed the traditional bathroom layout. Harrison Design Associates proved to be the best firm for the job, tackling these design constraints with ease while keeping the look simple and serene. After associate Dawn M. Bennett laid the architectural foundation, designer Karen Ferguson devised a double-sided vanity with a bold 10-inch toe kick reveal. The resulting piece looks almost as if it is floating amid the pure white room. 16

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To add interest to the monochromatic scheme, Ferguson employed a variety of textures. Honed stone floors keep the look grounded while semi-gloss walls and lacquered cabinetry reflect the light, giving the room an ethereal glow. In a bathroom as pared-down as this, Ferguson explains, every detail matters, which is why the finishes on all of the fixtures and hardware were carefully color-matched for consistency—some of them at custom expense. “Having to edit yourself constantly requires a lot of thought,” she says. “But if you don’t make compromises, in the end, it pays off. This space shows it.”

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KEEP CALM “The homeowners wanted a place where they could reﬂect without jarring colors and distractions from the everyday world,” notes Ferguson. “The only color in the room comes from windows. We chose to stain them so that your eye is drawn out of them, rather than to them.”

DETAILS MATTER Storage is ample but inconspicuous. A tall linen cabinet blends seamlessly into the white walls. And every accent—from the suspended pendants to the two-sided ﬂoating mirror to the cloudlike vanity to the acrylic Louis ghost chair and “womblike” Waterworks tub—reﬂects a less-is-more

approach, imparting an inherent sense of serenity. MATCH POINTS Because Ferguson selected Hansgrohe plumbing fixtures that only came in chrome, keeping metal finishes cohesive was a bit of a challenge. “You can’t really mix chrome with polished nickel or satin nickel in a situation like this,” Ferguson explains. “We had a custom mirror fabricated and custom light fixtures with a chrome plate, as well as custom cords, because clear cords did not look as good.” Slim, elongated chrome handles from Hafele complete the scheme.

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ELEGANT ENTRY “WE KEPT THE SAME FLOORING MATERIALS ON THE SHOWER WALLS AND CEILING IN LARGE PIECES,” SAYS FERGUSON. “YOU DON’T REALLY NOTICE THAT YOU’RE PASSING FROM THE ROOM INTO THE SHOWER BECAUSE IT’S SO UNIFORM, AND PLEASING TO THE EYE.” ECO WITH AN EDGE IN MANY WAYS, THIS BATHROOM IS AS SUSTAINABLE AS IT IS FUNCTIONAL AND BEAUTIFUL. A BRAC GREY WATER RECYCLING SYSTEM FILTERS WATER FROM THE SHOWER AND SINK FOR USE IN THE TOILET, DRAMATICALLY REDUCING WATER USAGE. CREATURE COMFORTS THE GRACEFUL CURVING SHAPE OF THE FREESTANDING WATERWORKS TUB MAKES IT FEEL VERY COMFORTING FOR THE USER.

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STYLE ALL AGLOW Ultra-modern brushed nickel sconces cast a pleasing glow in the small room and, like the rest of the lighting in the space, are dimmable, too—just the ﬁnishing touch needed to complete the room’s ravishing, relaxing atmosphere.

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Earth ELEMENTS An accomplished bath designer devises an alluring underground retreat for a pair of health-focused and nature-attuned homeowners—even in the closest of quarters This basement bath-meets-spa was one of five bathrooms designer Jackie Naylor renovated for a pair of discriminating homeowners. Carolyn, a Pilates instructor, and Dave Gould, an investor, are both health-conscious and devoted to the natural world, so they desired a space that would be earthy, organic and therapeutic, too. The luxurious (but diminutive) retreat the designer created for them, complete with a rain shower and advanced infrared sauna, is the perfect place to wash up after workouts, or simply unwind after a long workday. Because Carolyn wanted a floor plan with a separate 20

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water closet and ample storage, Naylor had to reorient several elements of the bath, tucking in storage space wherever possible. She even rerouted the plumbing to accommodate a new faucet for the sink—a modern design suspended from the ceiling that empties into a deep Hastings vessel. Teak pocket doors, shelving, a bench and custom vanities make this petite lavatory feel very cozy and Zen, the color of the concrete countertops perfectly matching its toasty tones. Porcelain tiles span the room to extend these warm colors on all planes, while pebble floors—another must-have for Carolyn—add an organic touch and feel great underfoot.

HOT HAVEN AN INFRARED SAUNA, BEAUTIFUL IN ITS SIMPLICITY, REQUIRES ONLY A SINGLE PLUG-IN UNIT, NEGATING THE NEED FOR A STEAM SYSTEM OR SPECIAL GRAB BARS. THE RESULT IS A COMFORTABLE AND RELAXING PLACE TO MELT AWAY THE STRESS OF THE DAY. SPACE SAVER A SMART STORAGE AREA—PARTITIONED BY TEAK POCKET DOORS AND STOCKED WITH A HAMPER AND BASKETS FOR STORING TOILETRIES—CREATES A TRANSITION BETWEEN THIS BATH’S TWO MAJOR ZONES. SAVVY & CHIC A TEAK BENCH AND TEAK SHELVING, BOTH READY-MADE FINDS FROM VIVATERRA, PROVED TO BE THE PERFECT SIZE AND SCALE FOR THE ROOM, CUTTING THE COSTS THAT MIGHT HAVE BEEN ASSOCIATED WITH CUSTOM PIECES.

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highly recommended for her creative talents and, in fact, had already admired the Gould’s sophisticated taste when she visited their home during a recent Gardens for Connoisseurs Tour. Thus, they were able to easily see eye-to-eye on nearly every aspect of the design. EVERYDAY EASE The homeowners wanted a shower they would be able to use every day, and during renovations to the other baths in their home, they did. The Goulds quickly fell in love with the clever and practical plumbing ﬁxtures, including an innovative ceilingmounted faucet from THG.

faucet in a showroom and fell in love with it. I could not wait to have that special client so that I could use it,” Naylor says. “And as soon as I showed the faucet to these homeowners, they loved it, they absolutely loved it.” GOOD HANDLING Very simple teak pulls— essentially grooves in the doorframes—are ideal additions. The hardware had to be very special, notes Naylor. “It can either make or break a bathroom, very much like a piece of jewelry. No matter how expensive the cabinetry, you can spoil the look with the wrong hardware.”

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FETCHING FOCUS TRADITIONAL INTERIOR MILLWORK AND AN IMPRESSIVE BAY WINDOW ARE FRAMED BEAUTIFULLY BY CUSTOM WINDOW TREATMENTS WITH DRESSMAKER DETAILS—JUST ONE OF THIS ROOM’S TELLTALE LIZ WILLIAMS TOUCHES.

A classically inspired designer joins forces with a duo of talented architects to overhaul an awkward and outdated bath into the elegant escape of a bygone era This remodeled bath was part of a two-story addition to a Tudor-style home in Buckhead, where architects Julia Stainback and James Hess transformed a once dated, narrow bath into a private new master suite with scale and architectural detailing to match that of the existing home. The homeowners, who are avid world travelers, embarked on the project armed with an abundance of influences and inspirations. The lady of the house, who keeps a notebook of her favorite things, required a relaxing soaking tub, a private water closet, handsome cabinetry and even a few modern conveniences. For the room’s masterful finish24

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ing details, they called upon interior designer Liz Williams. “We decided to use this ‘silver dusk’ marble on the floors, and laying it in a chevron pattern really gave it an edge,” notes Williams. But its contemporary effect is tempered by rustic ceiling beams and ornately carved antique doors. The latter, sourced at Architectural Accents and stained to coordinate with the beachy grays of the room, provide an eyecatching pathway to the master bedroom. Commanding full attention, a high-tech BainUltra tub presides within an imposing bay window, taking full advantage of the breathtaking view to the rear of the property.

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KEEP IT PRETTY Soft, feminine details—a Williams signature—complete the room elegantly. A classic upholstered bench serves as a chic counterpoint to the iron ceiling pendant, hand-forged table from Bradley Hughes and wrought iron sconces above the vanity, while flanged linen window treatments give the room a tailored final touch. FLAIR FOR FINERY The cabinetry boasts a custom finish by artist Judy Neukrug, and has a striated look that mimics the effect of wood grain, adding warmth and texture to the overall design. Large swaths of sleek onyx on the countertops and shower seat increase the

glamour quotient, while rectangular abovecounter sinks add modern flair and balance. THAT’S A WRAP The steel toe kick on the cabinetry may impart a chic contemporary effect, but it’s also functional with wet floors, protecting the fine cabinetry from potential water damage and making cleanup a breeze. The cool metal also picks up the tones in the faucetry and cabinetry hardware. HISTORICAL CONCEPTS Combined with rustic ceiling beams in the vaulted ceiling, elegantly carved antique doors echo the Tudor influences throughout the home and its exterior.

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CLEVER CORNER A ZERO-THRESHOLD SHOWER WOULD ALL BUT DISAPPEAR AGAINST THE WALL, SAVE ITS SMART MIX OF SURFACE MATERIALS—AN ONYX SHOWER SEAT AND OPALESCENT GLASS MOSAIC TILES—DEMARCATING IT FROM THE REST OF THE ROOM. ADVANCED ENTERTAINMENT A TELEVISION, CONCEALED BEHIND A MIRRORED TRANSOM THAT WAS ARCHITECTURALLY NECESSARY FOR THE ROOM ANYWAY, GIVES THE GENTLEMAN OF THE HOUSE THE HIGH-TECH CONVENIENCE HE WAS AFTER, WHILE KEEPING THE LOOK OF THE ROOM CLEAN AND UNDERSTATED, JUST AS THE LADY DESIRED. SUPER SOAK A SELF-CLEANING BAINULTRA TUB FEATURES SOUND THERAPY FOR THE ULTIMATE IN HIGH-TECH CONVENIENCES, WHILE ITS SLEEK SHAPE OFFERS A SHARP FOCAL POINT.

STYLE ( baths) About Our JUDGES STEVE KEMP, AIA founded Kemp Hall Studio in August 2004. Specializing in the remodel and new construction of single-family residences, the firm has an extensive portfolio of primary, vacation and retreat homes, as well as commercial projects throughout the Southeast. Kemp Hall Studio’s work is classic and clean, holistic and based on a deep understanding of the human scale and the end user’s relationship to the spaces in which they live, work and play. Kemp graduated with a bachelor of architecture from Ball State University. He is a licensed architect in the state of Georgia and a member of the American Institute of Architects and the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards. JIM MELOY, CKD, president of Kitchen and Bath Concepts, has 35+ years’ experience creating unique kitchens and bathrooms. A Georgia licensed contractor and a graduate of the University of Cincinnati, he is past president of the local National Kitchen & Bath Association

(NKBA) chapter and has been active in other board positions within the organization. His designs have won over 60 awards, including eight from Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles, as well as NKBA national competitions, Calla Awards, Chrysalis awards and more. His projects have appeared in show houses, industry trade publications, on local and national television shows, in kitchen and bath showcase books, Designer Baths, Trends, Traditional Home, Signature Kitchens & Baths, Woman’s Day Kitchens & Baths, Better Homes & Gardens, Country Home and Atlanta magazine. He has also served on cabinet manufacturers’ advisory councils and on Kohler’s Key Influence council. BILL MUSSO founded Musso Design Group after moving to Atlanta in 1992. By furnishing spaces in neutral palettes with tight focal points, contemporary art and high-tech lighting systems, Musso can strip down a classic design idea to its barest elements and rebuild it into something entirely new. In Musso’s work, practicality informs beauty. In his native New York, where he began his career in design, he was inspired by the effortless balance between elegance and comfort that

defines the greatest pre-war apartments in the city. He refined his craft when he took a job in London in the ’90s. Musso pays close attention to his clients and their personal style. He almost always transforms their space into something they love but didn’t even know they wanted. ALISON B. WEIDNER, AKBD graduated from Western Michigan University with bachelor’s degrees in Spanish and political science, but soon discovered that kitchen design was her destined career path. Since earning an interior design degree and moving to Atlanta, her career at SieMatic’s flagship showroom in Buckhead has taken her from technical assistant to sales and design consultant, spearheading the showroom’s outside sales and business development activities in Georgia and surrounding states. In 2008, she earned the designation of Associate Kitchen & Bath Designer from the NKBA. Weidner’s specialties include technical product knowledge and training, European-style kitchen and bath design in modern and transitional styles, appliances, space planning, two- and three-dimensional computer design, materials selection and interior accessories.

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INDULGENT AND NATURAL, LAVENDER-SCENTED SEA SALTS FROM ELIZABETH W SOOTHE AND CALM DURING LAVISH, LONG SOAKS. $22. AVAILABLE AT BEE, 26 EAST ANDREWS DR. NW, ATLANTA 30305. (404) 365-9858; BEE-ATLANTA.COM

AS PRACTICAL AS IT IS DAPPER, THIS SALTER PROFESSIONAL BATH SCALE ECHOES MIDCENTURY STYLINGS WHILE BOASTING A TRUSTWORTHY WEIGHTING SYSTEM. $119. AVAILABLE AT RESTORATION HARDWARE, 120 PERIMETER CENTER WEST, SUITE 200, ATLANTA 30346. (770) 804-9040; RESTORATIONHARDWARE.COM

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LIFE (news) KITCHEN + BATH NEWS >> Design Galleria Kitchen & Bath Studio introduced Peter Block

Caseworks in May. “Design should be simply conceived, well proportioned, nimble in terms of spatial functionality and built of permanent materials,” says Block. “Intuitive design reigns.” See a full display at the Design Galleria showroom in Buckhead. 351 Peachtree Hills Ave. NE, Atlanta 30305. (404) 261-0111; designgalleria.net >> Cosentino North America has opened a 29,000-square-foot facility in Norcross. Visitors can view the full portfolio of Cosentino brands, including Silestone, ECO, SenSa granite, Scalea natural stone, Marlique marble, MURO mosaics and the Prexury collection, a line of semi-precious stone surfaces. 1741 Wilwat Dr., Norcross 30093. (770) 409-9621; cosentinonorthamerica.com >> Plumbing Distributors Inc. has opened its seventh metro Atlanta location. The new store in Roswell—named a Kohler Premier Showroom—boasts a full lighting gallery to accompany its offerings in plumbing fixtures. 1021 Mansell Rd., Roswell 30076. (404) 3525003; pdiplumbing.com >> Remaining in the kitchen and bath industry for well over 10 years, these professionals have moved to new companies: Luther Bellinger is now at Caesarstone, Teresa Becker is at Cabinet Cafe,

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The Belgian Collection, part of Peter Block Caseworks, designed by Atlanta architect Peter Block, on display at Design Galleria Kitchen & Bath Studio.

Tim Odom is at Fusion Design Group, Jon Delhay is at BSH Appliances, Michelle Meyer is at Marmi Natural Stone, Steve Woodward is at Prime Sales and Sheri Vest is at Strathmore Floors. >> Since the early 1980s, Thelen Kitchen & Bath Studio has been a landmark in the local design industry. Ken Thelen has recently retired at age 83. A former president of NKBA, his decades of work and passion for kitchens, baths, architecture and remodeling will be missed.

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C SSIC DESIGN J. Hirsch Interior Design has been designing award-winning interiors for 20 years. Janie Hirsch, ASID graduated from Louisiana State University with a Bachelor of Interior Design from the School of Architecture and was selected as one of Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles Top 20 Under 40 annual list of emerging talent. Janie, a Louisiana native and the daughter of an architect and watercolor artist, landed on her feet in Atlanta following a stint in New York City working for a lighting designer. Janie has designed homes from Georgia to Louisiana and Florida and has received numerous local, regional, and national design awards for personal homes, show houses and model homes. Janie was most recently awarded two ASID gold awards for last year’s symphony showhouse powder room, for a total of ten awards which includes model homes, singular spaces such as a wine cellar and tasting lounge, and a private home in Buckhead. The ASID Southern Accents National Residential Interior Design Contest awarded Janie for a kitchen that was featured in Southern Accent’s January/ February 2008 issue. This same Marietta home

was also awarded a national Best in American Living Award (BALA) and an Atlanta Home Builders Professionalism Award (OBIE). She has participated in the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Show House & Gardens, the Alliance Theater Christmas House, the Atlanta Magazine’s Dream House, Roswell Woman’s Club Designer Show House, and Christmas at Callenwolde. Janie Hirsch’s designs have been featured in Southern Accents, Beautiful Homes, Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles, Atlanta Magazine’s HOME, New Home, Remodel, Home By Design, Atlanta Style & Design, Atlanta Life Magazine, Atlanta Magazine, Flavors, Points North, Women’s World, Decor, Green Living by Design, Showhouse Review, Decorati, and Decorating magazines. The signature of J. Hirsch Interior Design includes an eclectic combination of classic furnishings and antiques with a strong connection to architectural elements. She also uses color as a neutral, along with texture and pattern to bring a quiet sophistication to clients’ homes. Her style is tailored and timeless. The end result is a design that is inheritable and ages gracefully.

www.jhirschinteriors.com 10555 Cauley Creek Drive Johns Creek, GA 30097 404.395.3711

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WITH AN EDGE Home Studio Interiors, located in Buckhead, is both a working interior design studio as well as a fresh home boutique with a variety of home furnishings. Most importantly, it serves as a hub for business owner and principal designer, Jessica Keller, to do what she loves most – creating and executing beautiful home interiors for her clients. Jessica, an Atlanta native, is a graduate of Vanderbilt University, and she studied post-graduate design at SCAD-Atlanta. Home Studio houses a refined selection of materials and sources that make the home decorating process most efficient and offers higher quality and variety to shoppers who have grown tired of things carried by large retailers everywhere. As a full-service studio, Home Studio Interiors works as a liaison for clients between a variety of trusted contractors including sewing rooms, installers, upholsterers and custom furniture builders. Home Studio is your perfect match if you desire your home to be classic in nature, fresh in feel, and with a flavorful edge. With your input, guided by our knowledge, experience and creativity, Home Studio can execute a beautiful interior space just for you.

414 East Paces Ferry Road Atlanta, GA 30305 404.812.1507

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BEAUTY FUNCTION For over 14 years, Frank G. Neely Design Associates has been helping families turn their architectural dreams into beautiful, well-functioning realities. The ﬁrm’s meticulous attention to detail, along with its mastery of scale and proportion, has earned it a myriad of prestigious awards and publications. Specializing in renovation, restoration and new construction, each project is given personal attention, from site design and spatial layout to custom interiors, cabinetry and molding. With every home, Neely Design Associates strives to achieve the ideal balance between beauty, function, and the homeowner’s goals.

1447 Peachtree Street Suite 844 Atlanta, GA 30309 404-817-0807

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FOR YOUR PERSONAL STYLE OF LIVING. You will be impressed when you enter Maison Atlanta. Designed by Bryan Kirkland, it is both a showroom featuring luxury home furnishings and a creative palate with which Kirkland presents a way of living. With soaring ceilings, beautiful millwork and spacious layouts Maison Atlanta shows how beautiful pieces can be used in your home. Maison Atlanta represents thirty different furniture lines ranging from contemporary to transitional. Expertly mixed styles and finishes fill each of our seven large room settings, illustrating how furnishings can be combined in a unique way to reflect style and create spectacular rooms. We have thousands of pieces from which to choose and the expertise to help you or your designer find the exact piece for your home. Maison Atlanta also has an in house design team offering complete design services. From construction drawings to space planning or lighting design, Maison Atlanta can take your dreams and desires from concept to reality. Utilizing years of experience and valued trades people, we listen to your desires and help you create your personal style of living.

1100 Howell Mill Road, Suite 170 Atlanta, GA 30318

404.892.3553

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FABRICS FOR ANY SPACE

At Artéé Fabrics & Home (newly opened in Atlanta on Huff Road), fabrics by the bolt are arranged in neat rows and tastefully organized by color. This helps shoppers and the many professional decorators who use the stores’ services to locate the exact coordinated palette they are searching for to dress up any room. Artee is synonymous with great decorator fabrics and unbeatable prices! You can ﬁnd the best solids, plaids and stripes, prints, jacquards, crewels, and beautiful embroideries in a wide range of fabrics that include cottons, silks, linens, blends, velvets, chenilles, and polyesters in both drapery and upholstery weights. Also featured are a wide assortment of decorator trims and tassels. On-staff designers offer in-home consultations and help create window treatments for customers. Artéé also features custom furniture on display from a carefully selected collection. Customers can work with the staff to create their own custom pieces of furniture and bedding after they have chosen their fabric. Designers (setup a trade account for a discount) and retail customers are welcome to take advantage of our great selections in high end fabrics straight from mills to you! Our other stores are in Richmond VA, Wilmington NC, Virginia Beach Va, Hudson MA, Westport CT and Pawtucket RI.

www.ArteeFabricsAndHome.com 886 Huff Road Atlanta GA 30318

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C SSICS with a TWIST DOMESTIC COMFORT IS A NEW STORE IN TOWN WITH OLD FASHIONED IDEAS.

Sophisticated Styling, Great Service, Quality, and Affordable Pricing. Owner and professional designer Cliff Zeber, ASID, has enjoyed a long career, managing some of the country’s finest home furnishings stores, and runs an award-winning store planning firm. Cliff has opened his first store in the Ansley/Morningside part of town, which features fine quality, 8-way hand-tied, bench-made upholstered furniture, crafted in North Carolina. With over 4,000 fabrics and leathers to choose from and countless style options, you will surely find what is just right for your home. The store also offers interior design services, along with lamps, area rugs, draperies, original artwork, and a great selection of occasional and accent furniture. We invite you into our store where you will find friendly and knowledgeable sales assistance that is never pretentious. Don’t be put off by the fine quality and great looks, we have an extensive collection of sofas starting at $1699.

Ansley II Shopping Center 1579 Monroe Drive Atlanta, GA 30324

(404) 872-2500 Tue - Sat: 10:30-5:30 Sun: 1-5:00 Closed Mondays Interior Design Consultations by Appointment

Spindle Chair comes in over 20 ďŹ nishes and starts at $1149. 87â&#x20AC;? Riverside sofa starts at $1699. Cocktail Ottoman from our Custom Ottoman Program allows you to choose the size, shape, top detail and cover.

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BEYOND EXPECTATION Pamola Powell Studios reputation as an icon in interior design is centered on a track record for bringing the highest level of creativity and innovation to their projects. The ﬁrm is noted for transcending beyond a singular style, designing with an eclectic sensibility and quest to match their client’s objectives. This results in the creation of contemporary, transitional or traditional environments. Pamola Powell Studios reputation for outstanding work in the interior design profession has been widely recognized by the media and their work has been feature numerous books and magazines. Pamola Powell Studios provides limited and full service interior design services. The ﬁrm tailors its services and fees to meet the project requirement of their clients. The hallmark of Pamola Powell Studios work is client satisfaction beyond expectation.

130 26th St NW, Suite 901 Atlanta, GA 30309 (404) 607-9972 ppowellstudios@bellsouth.net

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THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE HOME BUILDING PROCESS Dovetail is a unique custom home design-build firm offering a comprehensive suite of services from site selections to turnkey designer finishes. We specialize in building one-of-a-kind homes highly personalized to our clients’ needs. Dedicated to a flexible and transparent experience, we strive to ensure each homeowner’s vision is exceeded. Dovetail is based in Atlanta as well as in Rabun County, servicing Lake Burton and the surrounding North Georgia Mountains.

www.dovetailhomes.com ATLANTA 404.228.9267 LAKE BURTON & LAKE RABUN 706.782.4302

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In May, Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles teamed up with Michael Bell of Inspirations Kitchen & Bath and Liz Williams of Liz Williams Interiors to create the 2011 Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles Luxury Kitchen, part of the magazine’s Luxury Living Show at Phipps Plaza. Visitors were wowed by its state-ofthe-art appliances, as well as its design that captured a fresh perspective on traditional style. “I like my designs to be soothing,” says Bell. “I always design with elegance and balance in mind. I don’t like hard-edged designs—the space should feel natural when you’re in it.” With a combination of clean lines, and finishes and materials that expressed both cool and warm tones, that soothing style was readily apparent. “The perimeter cabinets featured a metallic pearl finish that gave off a very subtle sparkle,” says Williams, “and the mahogany island had inset weathered-gray oak doors that were a clever way to break up the long piece.” For the countertops and backsplash, a Calacatta Borghini marble for the island featured a unique combination of gray and beige hues in the veining, which made it feel ‘warmer’ than pure white marble. For the cabinetry along the periphery, gray Silestone complemented the marble, but also provided contrast to the lighter cabinets. “Glass mosaic tiles gave a clean look and shimmer to the backsplash,” says Williams, “and also kept the space feeling light and bright.”

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KITCHEN DESIGNER MICHAEL BELL INCORPORATED A UNIQUE BANQUETTE DESIGN INTO THE ISLAND THAT ADDS WARMTH TO THE SPACE AND BREAKS UP THE LARGE PLANES OF MAHOGANY AND MARBLE. AN OVAL DINING TABLE MIMICS THE SHAPE OF THE BUILT-IN SEATING AREA. LAMPS, BARSTOOLS AND TABLE AVAILABLE THROUGH MACRAE AND HOLLAND & CO. DINNERWARE, GLASSWARE AND ACCESSORIES, WILLIAMS-SONOMA. TILE FLOOR, TRADITIONS IN TILE. APPLIANCES BY THERMADOR. 37

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KITCHEN DESIGNERS Michael Bell & Paul Castell Inspirations Kitchen & Bath 1250 Alpha Dr., Alpharetta 30004 (770) 751-7861; InspirationsKB.com INTERIOR DESIGNER Liz Williams Liz Williams Interiors 345 Peachtree Hills Ave. NE, Atlanta 30305 (404) 816-9868; LizWilliamsInteriors.com FLOORING & BACKSPLASH Traditions in Tile 3210 Roswell Rd., Suite C Atlanta 30305 (404) 239-9186; TraditionsInTile.com COUNTERTOPS On perimeter cabinets: Silestone by Cosentino 1741 Wilwat Dr., Building B Norcross 30093 (404) 353-2915; Silestone.com COUNTERTOPS & FABRICATION On island: Marmi Natural Stone 5433 Goshen Springs Rd. Norcross 30093 (770) 921-7601; MarmiStone.com APPLIANCES Thermador 2154 Vicki Ln. Alpharetta 30041 (404) 702-9443; Thermador.com CABINET HARDWARE & LIGHTING Richelieu (available through Inspirations Kitchen & Bath) (770) 751-7861; Richelieu.com PLUMBING & SINKS Elkay Repco Sales of Georgia 211 Rope Mill Pkwy. Woodstock 30188 (770) 591-1800; Elkay.com ACCESSORIES Williams-Sonoma, Phipps Plaza (404) 237-0912; Williams-Sonoma.com TABLE, COUNTER STOOLS & LAMPS MacRae and Holland & Company Atlanta Decorative Arts Center (404) 233-2091; HollandAndCompany.com, MacRaeDesigns.com 38

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left Faucet and sink by Elkay. right Table by Julien Chichester, available through MacRae and Holland & Company. Seat cushion fabric by Tom Filicia for Kravet. Green pillow fabric by Celerie Kemble for Lee Jofa. Gray-andwhite balustrade-style pillow fabric by Christopher Farr Cloth, available through Grizzel & Mann; pillow trim by Rogers & Goffigon. middle row Counter stool, available through MacRae and Holland & Company. Weatheredgray oak cabinet doors on the island provide contrast to the kitchen's other ďŹ nishes in cream and mahogany. Warming drawer and induction cooktop by Thermador. bottom row Silestone solid surface counters complement the wall cabinets. Custom built-ins keep utensils within arm's reach. The mix of materials in the space is evident in the Calacatta Borghini Marble from Marmi Natural Stone, hardware from Richelieu and tile ďŹ&#x201A;ooring by Traditions in Tile. opposite page A steam oven and concealed freezer unit by Thermador is mirrored on the opposite side of the kitchen by a refrigeration unit and built-in coffee machine from the same manufacturer. Besides the banquette area for dining, the kitchen also incorporates counter seating for two at each end of the island.

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Shopping AmericasMART Editorial Director Clinton Smith shops with Stan Topol at the veritable Valhalla for designers—and tries to keep up with the fast-paced decorator

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IN THE PAST SIX MONTHS, DECORATOR STAN TOPOL HAS BEEN ON SHOPPING EXCURSIONS TO LOS ANGELES, SAN FRANCISCO, NEW YORK, CONNECTICUT AND ARGENTINA. YET, ON MY VISIT WITH HIM, ALL ROADS LED TO AMERICASMART IN THE HEART OF DOWNTOWN ATLANTA. ON THIS DAY, TOPOL WAS ON THE SEARCH FOR THE PERFECT RUG AND A FEW ACCESSORIES FOR A CLIENT IN FLORIDA. ALONG THE WAY, WITH OUR BUYER’S GUIDES IN HAND, WE STUMBLED UPON OTHER FINDS, INCLUDING CASE GOODS, BELOW.

Stan Topol is one of America’s preeminent decorators. As his design notoriety has grown in stature over the years, he’s done everything from appearing on billboards for American Express to designing a residence for Elton John. In January, I joined him on a shopping excursion at AmericasMart Atlanta, the world’s single-largest home furnishings and gift marketplace. While many showrooms at the trade-only facility are open year-round, every January and July is the Atlanta International Gift & Home Furnishings Market, where tens of thousands of designers and retailers from around the globe convene to buy for their clients and stores. On my visit, I try to keep up with Topol’s pace, though I feel as if he has trained for a marathon and I’ve only prepared for a 5K. He’s a serious shopper and has a discerning eye for detail and precision. “Shopping with a critical eye, the Mart offers me 300 more sources right here in the South that I can’t find anywhere else in the States,” says Topol. “I’d have to fly to Los Angeles, New York and Chicago for the same amount of sources—and then realize I’d missed a couple of

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ON THE THIRD THURSDAY OF EVERY MONTH, AMERICASMART OFFERS TWO FREE SEMINARS ON HOW TO EFFICIENTLY SOURCE AND BUY FROM ITS SHOWROOMS, FOLLOWED BY A TOUR OF THE FACILITY. ONE FOCUSES ON THE HOME CENTER AND THE OTHER ON OUTDOOR/INDOOR LIVING—THE GARDENS. REGISTERED BUYERS CAN SIGN UP FOR ONE OR BOTH OF THESE TOURS, WHICH ARE RECOMMENDED FOR THOSE WHO WOULD LIKE THE BUYING PROCESS DEMYSTIFIED.

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THE MAJORITY OF THE CORE HOME FURNISHINGS AT AMERICASMART CAN BE FOUND IN BUILDING 1. FLOORS 3 THROUGH 6 FEATURE AREA RUGS, FLOORS 9 AND 10 HAVE THE FINE LINENS AND ACCESSORIES SHOWROOMS, FLOORS 11 THROUGH 14 SHOWCASE FURNITURE AND HOME ACCENTS, AND FLOORS 16 THROUGH 19 HOUSE THE HOLIDAY, FLORAL AND HOME DÉCOR CENTER. BUILDING 2, WEST WING, IS HOME TO OUTDOOR/INDOOR LIVING—THE GARDENS, OFFERING TWO FULL FLOORS OF SPECTACULAR OUTDOOR FURNISHINGS AND DÉCOR, FROM PATIO FURNITURE AND STATUARY TO POTTERY AND WIND CHIMES AND EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN. BUILDING 2 IS WHERE YOU WILL FIND TABLETOP AND SMALLER DECORATIVE ACCESSORIES SUCH AS ACCENT FURNITURE, PICTURE FRAMES, CRYSTAL AND OBJETS D’ART.

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places along the way.” I asked Topol how he’d describe “the Mart,” of which it’s commonly referred. “I don’t know how many people have been to High Point for the furniture market, but it’s like going to High Point, yet you don’t have to travel, and you can get a taste of almost everything available all under one roof. Plus, you can see it all in a day if you’re good. At High Point, you might need a week if you’ve never been before.” Beyond furniture, for which High Point is best known, the Mart also features everything else for the home, including lighting, linens, tabletop décor, outdoor furniture and more. “Two of the things that both the Mart and [the Atlanta Decorative Arts Center] offer is that you can see, touch and feel the product. You can’t do that while sitting in front of your computer. And if you want to adjust the pitch of a chair or sofa, try doing that over the Internet.” On a current project, Topol reaped the synergies that both the Mart and ADAC offer design professionals and retail buyers. “They’re a perfect complement to each other,” he says. “I’ve just ordered a less-expensive sofa from the Mart and I’m covering it in an elegant Manuel Canovas fabric from ADAC; it’s going to look like a million dollars but the best part is that it’s going to last. I might be looking for value, but service and quality have to be a part of it, too.” Spoken like a true pro.

TOPOL TESTS A SOFA IN THE CHARLES RAY SHOWROOM. AMERICASMART VISITORS IN AN ELEVATOR RECOGNIZE TOPOL FROM A POSTER OF HIM IN THE BUILDING. USING A CHEST OF DRAWERS AS AN EXAMPLE, TOPOL EXPLAINS THE DETAILS HE LOOKS FOR IN FURNITURE CRAFTSMANSHIP. I CHECK OUT THE RUG SELECTION WHILE TOPOL GETS A PRICE QUOTE. STILL CHECKING OUT THE RUGS. TOPOL SHOWS OFF SOME WHIMSICAL ACCESSORIES.

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+ “SHOPPING WITH TOPOL AT AMERICASMART, I FEEL AS THOUGH HE HAS TRAINED FOR A MARATHON AND I’VE ONLY PREPARED FOR A 5K.”

UPON EXAMINING A CRYSTAL BOWL, TOPOL DECIDES THAT HE WANTS TWO AND ORDERS ANOTHER. TOPOL GIVES PAUSE IN ONE OF THE SHOWROOMS AND NEAR A POSTER OF HIMSELF ON AN ELEVATOR. THE NEXT ATLANTA INTERNATIONAL GIFT & HOME FURNISHINGS MARKET WILL BE HELD THIS MONTH, JULY 13-20.

WHAT IS AMERICASMART? AMERICASMART-ATLANTA IS THE WORLD’S SINGLE-LARGEST HOME FURNISHINGS AND GIFT MARKETPLACE, THE PREFERRED PRODUCT RESOURCE FOR SPECIALTY RETAILERS AND DESIGNERS FROM EVERY U.S. STATE AND MORE THAN 90 COUNTRIES. I’M A DESIGNER AND HAVE ALWAYS SHOPPED AT THE ATLANTA DECORATIVE ARTS CENTER. WHAT AM I GOING TO FIND AT THE MART THAT I CAN’T FIND AT ADAC? AMERICASMART AND ADAC COVER THE DESIGN RESOURCE SPECTRUM WITH COMPLEMENTARY PRODUCT PRESENTATIONS APPROPRIATE TO THE UNIQUE NATURE OF EACH FACILITY, OFFERING DESIGNERS UNMATCHED SELECTION ACROSS LINES, STYLES AND PRICE POINTS. AMERICASMART’S MEDIUM TO MEDIUM HIGH-END MERCHANDISE SELECTION INCLUDES GREAT DEPTH AND BREADTH IN UPHOLSTERY AND CASE GOODS, PLUS EXTENSIVE PRESENTATIONS OF HOME ACCENTS, ACCESSORIES, WALL ART, LIGHTING AND MORE. EXTENDING THOSE RESOURCES ARE ITS EXCLUSIVE GARDEN/OUTDOOR/CASUAL FURNISHINGS AS WELL AS HOLIDAY, FLORAL, FINE LINENS AND TABLETOP COLLECTIONS. PLUS, DURING THE JANUARY AND JULY MARKETS, THERE ARE EXCLUSIVE HD HOME AND HIGH DESIGN JURIED COLLECTIONS OF HOME FURNISHINGS AND ACCESSORIES. WHO CAN SHOP HERE? WHO CAN’T? AMERICASMART IS OPEN TO THE TRADE ONLY, WHICH MEANS ACTIVE RETAILERS AND DESIGNERS ENGAGED IN THE RESALE OF PRODUCT TO CONSUMERS AND CLIENTS THROUGH RECOGNIZED BUSINESS ENTITIES. DESIGN FIRM STAFF AND SET PRODUCTION STAFF OR STYLISTS FOR THE FILM AND TV INDUSTRIES ARE WELCOME, AS WELL. BUSINESS CREDENTIALS (SUCH AS A BUSINESS LICENSE AND RESALE TAX CERTIFICATE) MUST BE PRESENTED TO REGISTER AND GAIN ADMITTANCE. EMPLOYEES OF DESIGN FIRMS AND FILM/TELEVISION STUDIOS MUST HAVE PROOF OF CURRENT EMPLOYMENT (SUCH AS A BUSINESS CARD AND/OR COMPANY ID BADGE) AND A COPY OF A RESALE TAX OR TAX EXEMPT CERTIFICATE. THOSE PLANNING A FIRST VISIT ARE STRONGLY ADVISED TO REGISTER AT AMERICASMART.COM AT LEAST 24 HOURS PRIOR TO ARRIVAL. DO I HAVE TO GET AN ADMISSION BADGE EVERY TIME I VISIT? TO ENSURE ONLY QUALIFIED BUYERS ENTER THE FACILITY, EVERY VISITOR MUST SHOW A PHOTO ID AT THE REGISTRATION DESK AND OBTAIN AN ADMISSION BADGE FOR EACH VISIT. WHERE DO I PARK? CONVENIENT ON-SITE PARKING IS AVAILABLE IN THE AMERICASMART BUILDING 2 GARAGE ON SPRING STREET, AND IN LOTS LOCATED CLOSE TO THE AMERICASMART CAMPUS. OK, NOW THAT I’VE VISITED, HOW DO I BUY SOMETHING? DO ALL THE DESIGN SHOWROOMS HAVE MINIMUM ORDERS? OR AS A DESIGNER, CAN I BUY ONE OF SOMETHING? EACH OF THE SHOWROOMS WITHIN AMERICASMART IS AN INDEPENDENT BUSINESS AND MAINTAINS ITS OWN BUYING TERMS AND CONDITIONS. SINCE BUYERS WILL NEED TO SET UP ACCOUNTS WITH EACH BUSINESS SEPARATELY, THEY SHOULD CARRY THEIR CREDENTIALS WITH THEM THROUGHOUT THE MARKET CENTER. MOST OF THE SHOWROOMS ARE ACCUSTOMED TO WORKING WITH THE DESIGN COMMUNITY AND ALLOW THE PURCHASE OF ONE ITEM. IF A ‘MINIMUM’ EXISTS, IT IS TYPICALLY A NOMINAL DOLLAR AMOUNT FOR AN OPENING ORDER. MANY SHOWROOMS FORGO MINIMUMS AFTER THE INITIAL OPENING ORDER MINIMUM IS MET. SOME SHOWROOMS HAVE NO MINIMUMS AT ALL. THE SHOWROOM MANAGERS WELCOME BUSINESS FROM DESIGNERS AND ARE MORE THAN HAPPY TO ANSWER DESIGNERS’ QUESTIONS AND HELP THEM GET ACCLIMATED. THE GOAL FOR ALL OF THE VENDORS AT AMERICASMART IS TO BUILD LASTING AND SUPPORTIVE RELATIONSHIPS WITH THE DESIGN COMMUNITY. FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT AMERICASMART.COM

THE MAJORITY OF THE HOME DÉCOR SHOWROOMS ARE OPEN MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY FROM 10 A.M. TO 4 P.M. WITH THE EXCEPTION OF RECOGNIZED NATIONAL HOLIDAYS. A COMPLETE LISTING OF OPEN DAILY SHOWROOMS IS AVAILABLE AT THE REGISTRATION DESK, OR AT AMERICASMART.COM. IF PLANNING TO VISIT A SPECIFIC SHOWROOM, BUYERS ARE ADVISED TO CALL THE SHOWROOM IN ADVANCE AND SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT TO ENSURE THEY WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR YOUR SPECIFIC NEEDS. OTHERWISE, APPOINTMENTS ARE NEITHER REQUIRED NOR NECESSARY.

“Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles continues to be fresh and exciting.” “In the store, I enjoy ﬁnding new products to bring to Atlanta. Our customers often comment on how the space looks different each time they come in, and the magazine is no different. Its core remains unscathed, but the content continues to change and evolve, presenting both the traditional elements in design and new trends that bring excitement, thus keeping the traditional looking current.”

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Coastal Chic Outﬁtted head-to-toe by Interior Philosophy, a whimsical beach house dispels classic waterfront clichés

DESIGNERS JESSICA ROAN AND MANDY MAYERS, OWNERS OF INTERIOR PHILOSOPHY, OFFER A FRESH PERSPECTIVE ON BEACHSIDE DECORATING IN THE LATTER’S NEW VACATION DIGS IN WATERCOLOR, FLORIDA.

Upon arriving at the beach house of Mandy Mayers, in Florida’s picturesque Watercolor community, it’s difficult to decide whether to first enjoy the outdoors or in. The enchanting emerald green waters are a definite draw, but it’s hard not to let the home’s air of relaxed sophistication wash over you, as well. In a departure from conventional waterfront décor, Mayers—along with Jessica Roan, friend and business partner in their successful Buckhead home furnishings shop, Interior Philosophy—took a more subtle approach to design. In lieu of oft-expected starfish and conch shells against a blue-and-white backdrop, Mayers and Roan lifted colors from the surrounding area—soft grays, blues and greens—and brought them into the space. “Just like in our shop, we are drawn to more calming colors,” Roan says. “Then we added punches of graphite grays and turquoise to give some depth and contrast.”

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Throughout the home, a mix of touchable textures adds visual interest, from linen and sisal to burlap and bamboo, while layers of natural elements keep the subtle color scheme from falling flat. In the dining room, a chandelier made of coral commands attention while, in the adjacent hallway, a natural oak console displays antique zinc finials and a Mercury vase beneath a driftwood mirror. Shells were intentionally kept to a minimum. “There’s so much of that in the design market right now that we didn’t want to go overboard. We really took our time and selected the most sophisticated pieces,” Mayers explains. Deciding to eschew typical beach house design wasn’t a complicated choice; it was deciding what stylish items from Interior Philosophy would make the cut. Known for its fresh and breezy décor, the shop was the perfect one-stop resource for Mayers’ home. “It was great not having to trek all over town

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to find the right furnishings; [they were] already in our store,” she says. But the West Palm Beach native playfully goes on to share, “Florida is in my veins, so I had to be sure to reel it in.” Enter Roan’s editing skills. “Jessica’s the practical one,” Mayers muses. “She had to remind me that I have two very young children who’ll be eating popsicles on the sofa.” “It was important that the home remained uncluttered and comfortable,” adds Roan. “After all, it’s a vacation home.”

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A former beau once told me that I was “too hot to handle.” Seeing that this was back before I went through menopause, I’m guessing that he was referring to my proclivity for trouble-making. But during the dog days of summer, I really am too hot to handle… as is the steering wheel, my patio chairs and my Elsa Peretti sterling silver bone cuff. Ten minutes out in the sun and that bracelet starts to sizzle. Ouch! And the humidity—so thick you can cut it with a knife—makes dining al fresco seem more like al fiasco. One of my favorite ways to stay refreshed is to spritz myself with a refrigerated can of Evian Brumisateur (I used to buy it by the truckload from King’s), but I’ve also been spending a lot of time lately taking cool, leisurely baths. By the way, do you remember when no woman worth her [bath] salt would be caught dead soaking in anything other than Vitabath Spring Green Gelée? That big white and green bottle used to be de rigueur in every woman’s bathroom. Nowadays, though, bath accessories have become a little brazen. What’s up with displaying 25 candles around the tub? Don’t tell me it’s for relaxation. I know what they’re there for. Even worse is the dusty bottle of Champagne and two flutes left “conveniently” within arm’s reach of the bathtub. Mood lighting? Bubbly amongst the bubbles? And to think that romance once meant a nice dinner at La Grotta. (It still does for me!) I’ve decided to skip this year’s Peachtree Road Race. Not that I’ve ever run it or anything. I’m usually along the sidelines drinking a Bloody Mary while wearing one of those umbrella hats. No, I’ll be heading to my hometown of Montezuma for a Fourth of July feast. There’ll be fried chicken, biscuits, field peas, pickled peaches and all the rest of the usual suspects, and every bit of it will be cooked by my brother, Brother. I like to think of him as Macon County’s answer to Chef Linton Hopkins. Summertime… and the eatin’ is easy.

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The 14th Annual Cashiers Designer Showhouse

This painting, by local artist Jane Smithers, will be auctioned at the patron party on August 19.

“Reflections” presented by THE CASHIERS HISTORICAL SOCIETY, INC. August 20 through September 4, 2011 Patron party - Friday August 19, 2011

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The penthouse, at the Aberdeen in Vinings, was sky-high. And so were the dreams of Carole Weaks’ clients for its design. As a consultant for the condominiums, Weaks met Dr. and Dr. Finkleman when the couple was making preliminary choices for their new residence. Though they interviewed several designers to help them complete the project, the Finklemans knew C. Weaks Interiors was the perfect fit. “They felt strongly about having a clean look—that penthouse feel,” Weaks recalls. “They have an international background, they’re both professionals and they travel extensively. Their time here is their quiet time, when they fill their tanks back up. They didn’t want a lot of color or clutter—just serenity.” That played right into the designer’s understated approach for the penthouse project. “When you have those kinds of views in a high-rise, you don’t want to mess them up,” Weaks says. “You don’t want the eye concentrated in the middle of a room; you get a lot of ‘design’ by just looking out.” Because the couple brought with them little more than their art collection, Weaks was effectively starting from scratch. Still, the artwork presented a challenge in itself. “It’s from their travels, and is very stylized,” she explains. “You can’t over-decorate when you have that kind of art.” In fact, adept though she is in the art of display, Weaks was at first apprehensive about her clients’ collection. “It’s so different from what I usually hang, so I worried a little,” she admits. “I looked at [my assistant] Douglas and said ‘How are we going to hang all this art?’ But that turned out to be a defining moment. We knew we had to make it work because our ‘signature style’ is making the very best of our clients’ style.” Here, that definitive style comprises a neutral palette that lets the art stand out. Furnishings throughout are classic yet comfortable, whether the Finklemans are enjoying a quiet night at home or entertaining a crowd. “What delights me most is that they are delighted,” Weaks says. “From the beginning, they knew what they wanted; not once did they contradict themselves. They knew their taste and had very high standards. Because they are professionals, and give 100 percent, they expect the same in return. The fact that they are so pleased with the result is the highest compliment.” SEE RESOURCES, BACK OF BOOK 60

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IN HER DIMINUTIVE MANHATTAN ABODE, CARTERSVILLE NATIVE LINDSEY HARPER PROVES THAT EVEN THE SMALLEST SPACE CAN LIVE LARGE HEATHER J. PAPER QUENTIN BACON

A testament to Harper’s love of entertaining, a chrome bar cart is everready for a spur-of-themoment cocktail party. Above it, a bulletin board is layered with notes, invitations and photos—a reflection of her life as well as her design philosophy. “It’s all about layering color and texture,” she says. opposite Harper says there are three things her home can’t be without: Color, a bar (“I like to entertain and I’m Southern, so I love china and crystal.”) and accessories (“they’re kind of like jewelry, and they show off your personality!”). Over a chest of drawers hangs a work of art that many a serious collector has inquired about. In fact, says Harper, it was a thrift store find that cost less than $100. “I am a scavenger,” she admits. “I love finding diamonds in the rough.”

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Decked out in bold colors, rich textures and unpredictable patterns, the Manhattan apartment of Lindsey Harper is the embodiment of fearlessness. It’s not only engaging; it’s also a clue as to much of this designer’s success. But if you look closely, you’ll see evidence of her Georgia roots, too. “Everyone thinks it’s so comfortable, like you’re not in New York at all,” says the Cartersville native. “Southerners really live in their houses; they love to entertain.” That’s the feeling she likes to create for clients, as well. So Harper leads by example. In this 405-square-foot studio, the living and sleeping areas seamlessly combine, creating one cohesive whole. “I’ve had dinner for eight and cocktail parties for 20,” the designer says, “and there’s never the feeling that you’re entertaining in the bedroom.” That’s due in large part to the eye-catching color that guides the eye throughout the space, from the sapphire blue sofa to the red-and-white awning stripe drapery to the chocolate brown upholstered headboard. In fact, she credits much of her color aplomb to Richard Keith Langham, whom she worked for before striking out on her own in 2007. “He’s Mr. Color, and that’s something I brought with me to my own practice,” says Harper. “The first time he had me spec the color for a whole house I was petrified. But he trusted me, and that gave me a great boost of confidence.” It’s more than color, however, that defines Harper’s signature style. “I’d say it’s traditional with a twist,” she explains. “I like color, but I like to mix things up, too, with little unexpected details, by combining old and new.” That’s evident in the entry, where a vintage lamp and Foo dogs are right at home together, set against an eye-catching zigzag wall covering. “I love small spaces; you can make them fun because they are small,” the designer says. Likewise, in the living area, the blue velvet sofa (a thrift store find originally in a “terrible marigold”) is flanked by a pair of vintage chromeand-brass faux bamboo étagères and fronted by a Ming cocktail table from her own furniture line, Lamshop. Even her sleeping spot mixes it up. A chocolate satin headboard gets a feminine touch from aqua blue piping and mother-of-pearl buttons while an antique Suzani textile at the foot of the bed offers further proof that, with this designer, you can always expect the unexpected. So what’s next for Harper? “I want to expand the furniture line, and maybe do a wallpaper line, a trim collection, a boutique hotel, a book,” she surmises. “My wheels are constantly turning. And I feel like I’m just getting started.” SEE RESOURCES, BACK OF BOOK

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A chocolate satin headboard, tufted with blue mother-of-pearl buttons, is one of Harper’s favorite furnishings. “I love my headboard; it’s a little larger than life,” she says. On either side of the impressive piece, spacesaving swing-arm lamps are decked out in custom shades—another item on her “must-have” list. “Lampshades make the lamp; they complete the package. And I love custom shades,” she explains.

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Terrace, Edwin Lusk & David Paterson

Super-stylish in its own right, the terraceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s design stops short of overpowering the majesty of Whiteside Mountain beyond, the real focal point of the space. 73

Soft & Pretty

Living Room, Suzanne Kasler

For the living room, Suzanne Kasler chose a soothing ivory and pale blue palette—the perfect juxtaposition to the more rustic, dark-stained ﬂoors and ceiling as well as the stacked-stone ﬁreplace. 74

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Dining Room, Carole Weaks

A compilation of styles and periods of furniture gives this dining room a sense of formality without the pretense. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the mix of the formal and informal with the rustic and reďŹ ned that allows it to be, at once, inviting and elegant.

Soaring Style

Screened Porch, Ann Sherrill

Bringing the indoors out has long been a trend, but with draperies, a chandelier and fine art, this screened porch is on par with any fine interior space. A versatile furniture arrangement makes the room as perfect for entertaining 20 guests as for just two people reading the morning newspaper by the fire.

Wade Hampton Golf Club was the host site of “Whisper Fade,” the 2010 Cashiers Designer Showhouse. Perched on a gentle promontory near Wade Hampton’s 10th hole, the five-bedroom home featured unparalleled views of Whiteside Mountain. A project of McKee Development Construction Management Division, Whisper Fade was designed by Travis Mileti of Mountainworks, built by R. J. Ward & Company and certified through both the Earthcraft green building program and the U.S. Department of Energy’s Energy Star program. The showhouse, which benefits the Cashiers Historical Society, was sold on the evening of the opening night party and has since been decorated by celebrated designer Charles Faudree, who will also be participating in this year’s Cashiers Designer Showhouse next month. For a complete list of the 2011 designers, visit atlantahomesmag.com/cashiers.

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A Perfect Mix

Gallery, George Oliver & Eddie Alvarez

Alongside the roomâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s more formal components, antique farm elements become objets dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;art in themselves, seemingly taking on the importance of sculpture. An intimate seating area allows for quiet respite and contemplation.

Modern & Classic

Drawing Room, William Peace

A well-edited roundup of contemporary and traditional furniture—as well as a curated selection of modern art and sculpture—serves as the backdrop of a space that’s ideal for painting, writing, reading or lounging.

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Master Bedroom, Bob Brown

Showcasing select pieces from Bob Brown’s new furniture collection with MacRae and Holland & Company, the master bedroom—with its ﬁne detailing and shapely silhouettes—evokes the touch of a tailor or couturier.

All In the Details

Keeping Room, Cheryl Benitez & Audrey Wood

The keeping room’s ample, comfortable seating and artful arrangement of bookcases is stylish enough, yet it’s the small details, such as the passimenterie on the curtains and the subtle pattern on the rug, that elevate this space to new heights.

Quiet & Cozy

Sitting Room, Lynn Monday

Light and airy, the sitting room is a tranquil oasis amid the home’s darker rooms. The pièce de résistance, however, is Lynn Monday’s use of nailhead trim on the walls to create a pattern that envelopes the room like a cocoon.

Prints Charming

Bedroom, Francie Hargrove

Traditional style gets an update through the use of bold ﬂoral prints against a sea of neutrals with an occassional pop of color. An inviting four-poster bed is regal, while a separate seating area is ideal for whiling away the long days of summer. SEE RESOURCES, BACK OF BOOK 84

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ADVANCED GLASS DESIGNS advancedglassdesigns.com. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 ATLANTA COMMUNITY FOOD BANK acfb.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 BOXWOODS GARDENS & GIFTS boxwoodsonline.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 BRUNSWICK & THE GOLDEN ISLES OF GEORGIA comecoastawhile.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 CAMBRIA constructionresourcesusa.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 CARRIAGE HOUSE DOOR carriagedoor.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 CASHIERS DESIGNER SHOWHOUSE cashiershistoricalsociety.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 CIRCA LIGHTING circalighting.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 COMPAC, THE SURFACES COMPANY compac.us . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 COWAN SUPPLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 DAVID CHRISTENSEN PHOTOGRAHY dhcphoto.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 DIVERSIFIED CABINET DISTRIBUTORS dcdcabinets.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 ELEGANT ADDITIONS elegantadditions.net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 ENCORE AZALEA encoreazalea.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BACK COVER FERGUSON ENTERPRISES ferguson.com. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 FOUR SEASONS POTTERY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 FOXHALL RESORT & SPORTING CLUB foxhallsportingclub.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 GUY T. GUNTER & ASSOCIATES guytgunterappliances.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 HOME REBUILDERS homerebuilders.com. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 INSPIRATIONS KITCHEN & BATH inspirationskb.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 JAN HART/BEACHAM & COMPANY REALTORS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 JUNIOR LEAGUE OF ATLANTA jlatlanta.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 KITCHEN & BATH CONCEPTS kitchenandbathconcepts.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 LEVENTINA STONE levantina.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 LUSH LIFE HOME & GARDEN lushlifehomegarden.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 MARMI NATURAL STONE marmistone.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 MEADOWS MOUNTAIN REALTY meadowsmtnrealty.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 MTI WHIRLPOOLS mtiwhirlpools.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 NAN HAVERTY nanhaverty.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 OWENLAWRENCE owenlawrence.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 PDI PLUMBING pdiplumbing.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 PHILLIPS MECHANICAL SERVICE phillipsmechanicalservice.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 ROBINSON REAL ESTATE INC. robinsonteam.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 ROSE HALL KITCHEN GALLERIA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 RUSSELL LANDS russelllands.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . INSIDE FRONT COVER SILESTONE silestoneusa.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 STEWART CUSTOM CABINETS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 SUITE SPOT suitespot.net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 THE ABERDEEN ON PACES FERRY aberdeenatl.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . INSIDE BACK COVER THE MERCANTILE blog.mercantileatlanta.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 THERMADOR thermador.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 TRADITIONS IN TILE traditionsintile.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 TRAVADAVI travadavi.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 WEATHER WATCH wwoutdoorlighting.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 WRIGHTS MEDIA wrightsreprints.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

RESOURCES JULY.11 (who to contact)

PAGES 15-25: (22nd annual bath contest winners) PAGES 16-17: (morning dream) BATHROOM DESIGN Jackie Naylor, ASID, CMKBD, Jackie Naylor Interiors Inc., 4287 Glengary Dr. NE, Atlanta 30342. (404) 814-1973; jackienaylorinteriors.com CONTRACTOR Dowdakin Home Improvers Inc., 3792 Donaldson Dr., Chamblee 30341. (770) 457-3366 PLUMBING FIXTURES (SHOWER AND CEILING MOUNT FIXTURE) Gessi through Elegant Additions CONCRETE COUNTERTOP Custom by J. Aaron through Jackie Naylor Interiors VESSEL SINK Hastings through Elegant Additions TOILET Carolina White by Toto through Elegant Additions INFRARED SAUNA UNIT Sunlighten, California SCONCES Tango Lighting, Fort Lauderdale, Florida CUSTOM VANITY, POCKET DOORS AND LINEN STORAGE Custom by Dowdakin Home Improvers Inc. ALL TILE AND FLOORING Specialty Tile Products Inc., Miami Circle TEAK BENCH AND SHELVING VivaTerra, vivaterra.com ALL OTHER RESOURCES Through Jackie Naylor Interiors Inc. PAGES 20-21: (earth elements) INTERIOR DESIGN Liz Williams, Liz Williams Interiors, 345 Peachtree Hills Ave. NE, Suite 320, Atlanta 30305. (404) 816-9868; lizwilliamsinteriors.com ARCHITECTURE Julia Stainback and James Hess, Stainback Hess Studio, LLC, 48 Park Ln. NE, Atlanta 30309. (404) 874-9817; shsarch.com BUILDER Brian Matura, The Loring Group, Atlanta, bamatu@aol.com FLOOR TILE Helsinki “Silver Dusk” through Walker Zanger SHOWER AND BACKSPLASH TILE Vintage pearl luster 1x1” tiles through Walker Zanger COUNTERTOPS AND SHOWER SEAT Custom fabricated from onyx through Walker Zanger CEILING PENDANT Jackson lantern by Avrett lighting through Grizzel & Mann SCONCES “Ziyi” two-light sconces through Circa Lighting SIDE TABLE “Ernie” table by Bradley Hughes TUB BainUltra “Sanos” through Renaissance Tile & Bath SINKS Duravit through Renaissance Tile & Bath FAUCETS Newport Brass through Renaissance Tile & Bath SALVAGED DOORS Architectural Accents CUSTOM FINISHING Judy Neukrug, FinishedPainting.com WINDOW TREATMENT FABRIC Rogers & Goffigon Caryopsis linen in “Elijah” WINDOW HARDWARE Houles polished nickel through Brunschwig & Fils PAGES 24-25: (enchanting chamber) INTERIOR AND BATH DESIGN Karen Ferguson, ASID, Harrison Design Associates Inc., 3198 Cains Hill Pl. NW, Suite 200, Atlanta 30305. (404) 365-7760; harrisondesignassociates.com ARCHITECTURE Dawn M. Bennett, AIA, Harrison Design Associates CONTRACTOR Michael Labelle, AFG Builders, 10375 Old Alabama Rd. Connector, Suite 300, Alpharetta 30022. (770) 616-8646; afgbuilders.com COUNTERTOPS Crema Europa limestone through G&L Marble CUSTOM CABINETRY Berkeley Woodworking Inc. CABINETRY HARDWARE Hafele through Masterpiece Lighting PENDANT LIGHTS Customized “Pippa” pendants through C Lighting CUSTOM MIRROR by Custom Artisan Group LAVATORY SINKS Miro Ceramic Box by St. Thomas through HD Supply LAVATORY FAUCETS Citterio Lavatory Mixer by Hansgrohe through HD Supply TUB .25 Freestanding Oval Bathtub through Waterworks TUB FILLER Citterio Freestanding Tub Filler by Hansgrohe through HD Supply BATH ACCESSORIES Hansgrohe ROMAN SHADE FABRIC Jim Thompson Andaman #3240-01 through Jerry Pair LUCITE CHAIR AT VANITY Louis Ghost Armchair by Philippe Starck through Design Within Reach PARCHMENT SIDE TABLE Baker STONE TRAY Allan Knight through Grizzel & Mann WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM Brac Grey Water Recycling System, bracsystems.com PAGES 56-65: (rising to the occasion) INTERIOR DESIGN C. Weaks Interiors ENTRY: CONSOLE Ainsworth-Noah MIRROR Parc Monceau ART Patrick Villas through C. Weaks Interiors LIVING ROOM – VIEW TO FIREPLACE: LUCITE COFFEE TABLE Smith Grubbs & Associates SOFA AND CHAIRS Edward Ferrell through Ainsworth-Noah SLIPPER CHAIRS Through C. Weaks Interiors, covered in Travers fabric GILT FLOOR LAMPS Parc Monceau LIVING ROOM – VIEW TO FRENCH DOORS: COFFEE TABLE Amy Howard SABER-LEG CHAIR Rose Tarlow BERGERE WITH OTTOMAN Nancy Corzine DINING ROOM: DINING TABLE Amy Howard DINING CHAIRS Nancy Corzine ART Isabelle Melchoir through Tew Galleries DEN: SOFA AND CHAIRS Edward Ferrell through Ainsworth Noah ART Homeowners’ collection ALL BEDROOM LINENS Gramercy Home GUEST BEDROOM: PAINTED CHEST AND CHAIRS Through C. Weaks Interiors PAGES 66-71: (small world) RED-AND-WHITE CURTAIN FABRIC Pindler & Pindler ENTRY WALLPAPER China Seas through Quadrille VINTAGE LAMPS Lamshop VINTAGE CHROME-AND-BRASS FAUX BAMBOO ÉTAGÈRES C. Bell, West Palm Beach SOFA FABRIC Stroheim & Romann cotton velvet PILLOW FABRICS Muriel Brandolini CHEVRON PILLOW FABRIC David Hicks through Lee Jofa MING COCKTAIL TABLE Lamshop BED LINENS Matouk and Julia B. Linens PRUSSIAN BLUE LAMP (NEXT TO YELLOW PAINTING) Christopher Spitzmiller CUSTOM LAMPSHADES Blanche P. Field, NYC

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LIFE

Bunny Williams Marcia Sherrill talks with one of the country’s favorite designers

INTERVIEW BY

MARCIA SHERRILL

WE HEAR THAT YOUR NEW COLLECTION III FOR BEELINE HOME WAS A MARKET FAVORITE AT HIGH POINT. COULD YOU NOT LEAVE PERFECT ALONE? WHAT DID YOU ADD?

I launched my first Beeline Home Collection in 2009 and just debuted Collection III at High Point. My original idea was to design pieces that I was always looking for for my projects but had a hard time finding—all those special pieces that give a room character. This collection features several new handpainted ceramic lamps, the Skol Bar, which has a Gustavian influence (I love putting a bar in the living room so everyone can help themselves), and an upholstered chair called the Bunny chair, (the original is in my New York apartment), which is super comfy and has a French ’40s feel. YOU’RE SUCH AN INSPIRATION TO SOUTHERNERS; WE LITERALLY FOLLOW YOU WITH BATED BREATH. DID YOU EVER IMAGINE THAT WOULD HAPPEN WHEN YOU WERE STARTING OUT? I am always so flattered to hear that I inspire people. I am very lucky to have had a Southern background where hospitality and manners are important, and keeping a proper house is in one’s DNA. I live in a gracious but relaxed way. I never mind a chipped cup, someone spilling a drink or a little dog hair on the sofa. Creating a wonderful house is not about being perfect; it’s about the little nicks and dents of life that give it a sense of soul. WHAT’S ONE SECRET THING ABOUT GROWING UP IN CHARLOTTESVILLE THAT NONE OF US KNOW? One of the things I loved best about growing up in Charlottesville was having a huge yard to explore and wonderful gardens. I had a little play house where I got my start as a decorator. It had two wicker chairs and a battered green army trunk filled with dress-up clothes, stuffed animals and a few dolls. I loved to pick flowers, hang fabric scraps for curtains and make my house look pretty. There was a miniature tea set and a small table, where I gave countless parties attended by family dogs, dolls, a favorite stuffed bear and my dear friend Libby Palmer. I spent many happy hours in this house and was never bored because there were endless ways to arrange and rearrange everything. TELL US ABOUT THE IN-

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: THE HARVEST TABLE, ONE OF THE NEW PIECES IN THE THIRD COLLECTION OF BUNNY WILLIAMS’ BEELINE HOME FURNITURE LINE. THE BEELINE HOME SHOWROOM AT HIGH POINT FURNITURE MARKET. THE LEXINGTON AVEUNE LOCATION OF TREILLAGE, ONE OF HER TWO NEW YORK SHOPS. WILLIAMS IN HER CONNECTICUT GARDEN.

SCRAPBOOK-AHOLICS! Scrapbook for Living, published by Stewart, Tabori & Chang, is about all the bits and pieces that come together to make a house have personality. It is the moment in a project when the decorating is finished and “life takes over”—family treasures, books, collections, table settings, craft rooms, art studios, pets, people and the homeowner’s personality. The book has my favorite tips for organizing, making the perfect bed, living with pets, setting the table, hanging pictures and more. ARE YOU TAKING A MUCH-DESERVED VACATION THIS SUMMER? I have been traveling like mad this past year: London, Paris, Belgium, Turkey, Lebanon and all across the United States. I soak up the culture and the sights wherever I go and, of course, I shop everywhere. Home sweet home sounds great right now. My husband, John, will cook; I will set a pretty table and the dogs will be at our feet.

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+ Bunny Williams is no stranger to Atlanta. This spring, she visited the AinsworthNoah & Associates showroom at the Atlanta Decorative Arts Center for a presentation and book signing for Scrapbook for Living, her latest tome. Williams’ Beeline Home furniture line is available locally through Mrs. Howard at The Galleries of Peachtree Hills. For more information and to see the entire collection, visit bunnywilliams.com/beeline.

TO READ AN EXPANDED INTERVIEW WITH MARCIA SHERRILL AND BUNNY WILLIAMS, VISIT ATLANTAHOMESMAG.COM

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