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ATLANTA HOMES & LIFESTYLES

MAY 2021

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Contents M AY 2 0 2 1

HOME 60

Room for Two

Phoebe and Jim Howard return to Plaza Towers to carve out a space that’s tailored to a T 72

Going Up

A fashionable Atlanta couple traded their single-family home for an 18thfloor Buckhead high-rise apartment 82

Visual Comforts

Two traditionalist designers take on a midcentury modern pied-à-terre to create a chic study in contrasts

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STYLE 12

Dynamic Duo

Two creatives, entrepreneurs and sisters weave design magic 14

Book Look

Tailor Made

Niki Papadopoulos and Mark Williams refresh a historical Atlanta condo with crisp, classic details

LIFE 26 28 29 30 104 6 103

Property Report Calendar Naomi On high-rise living Dish The Buttery ATL End Note In Love With…Orange Editor’s Letter Ad Index

AH&L trots around the globe with Spring’s new releases 17

Mother’s Day Magic

Nancy Izlar and Darby Fallon Clark create a memorable table for generations to gather

iNTERIOR DESIGNER PHOEBE HOWARD

Delving Into Design

Photography by MAX KIM-BEE

A unique adventure led Chelsea Barry to the place she wants to call home 4

On the Cover RESIDENTIAL DESIGNER JIM HOWARD

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Classic Buckhead Living. On A Whole New Level. In every room, everywhere you look, all of Buckhead’s canopy and Atlanta’s skyline stretches out before you. Stunning views are just the beginning at this boutique collection of 45 luxurious residences with floor-to-ceiling windows, expansive terraces and sophisticated interiors designed to maximize those incredible views. Here, residents enjoy maintenance-free, resort-style living along with the peace of mind that comes with a lock-and-leave lifestyle. This is Buckhead’s most sought-after new address. This is classic living, redefined. This is Graydon Buckhead.

Broker Participation is welcomed and encouraged. ORAL REPRESENTATIONS CANNOT BE RELIED UPON AS CORRECTLY STATING REPRESENTATIONS OF THE SELLER. This project has been filed in the state of Georgia and no other state. This is not an offer to sell or solicitation of offers to buy the condominium units in states where such offer or solicitation cannot be made. Prices and availability are subject to change at any time without notice. Picture is an artist’s rendering and may not represent the final building.

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WELCOME

FROM THE EDITOR

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ONCE AGAIN, THE ATLANTA SKYLINE is rapidly changing. Whether it’s luxury apartments being built to accommodate an influx of young professionals or new developments devoted to superior senior living—or even the slew of relocations for business- or pandemicrelated life changes, our fair city is experiencing growth at record levels. Our May issue is devoted to chic, cosmopolitan style, and, while a wave of optimism permeates the air, we’re also quite literally looking “up” to the four mid- and high-rise projects featured in this issue. Courtney Giles Decker brings AH&L inside Buckhead’s The Charles, and we also take a deep dive into a few beloved residences at the iconic Plaza Towers at the hands of husband-and-wife design duo Phoebe and Jim Howard; Carolyn Malone and William Litchfield; and Mark Williams Design Associates.

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Back on the ground, Home & Design Editor Suzanna Hamilton goes behind the scenes of a visual feast for a memorable Mother’s Day meal by designer Nancy Izlar and daughter Darby Fallon Clark that encompasses generations of style.

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A YEAR AT CLOVE BROOK FARM BY CHRISTOPHER SPITZMILLER © RIZZOLI NEW YORK, 2021.

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SHOPPING DISCOVERIES INFLUENCES

HOMESTEAD HAVEN

Ceramicist and designer CHRISTOPHER SPITZMILLER indulges in the slower-paced life of farm living—and makes the most of both home and garden in every season—in his debut tome, A Year at Clove Brook Farm (Rizzoli, $45). Keep bees, flocks and gardens in tip-top shape, entertain friends with seasonal feasts and fill your home with treasured finds, all with the guidance of Spitzmiller’s effortless ease. rizzoli.com

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STYLE NEWS

DYNAMIC DUO In Athens, two creatives and entrepreneurs— and sisters—weave design magic Written by

left Susan Hable (left) and Katharine Hable. above Hable Construction tote in their iconic bead patterning. top right Love is Hard Work, oil on canvas, by Susan Hable.

left to right Collage and Painted Grid wallpapers for Soicher Marin. Stoneware Beauty Mark sculpture by Susan Hable.

FROM GEORGIA TO THE WORLD, Susan and Katharine Hable collectively impart their indelible design sensibility and infectious spirit from their home base in Athens. Their business, Hable Construction, is named after their great-grandfather’s road construction business in Corsicana, Texas. Here, Susan serves as the creator and artist, while Katharine oversees sales and operations, although the two share complementary skills that extend beyond their respective roles. That simpatico relationship has led the sisters into myriad ventures (and adventures) over the past two decades, beginning with textiles 22 years ago and shops in New York City’s Soho neighborhood followed by one on Perry Street in the West Village. “Coming up in the South, and living those years in New York, that’s where we found our voice,” says Susan, who has called Athens home for the past 11 years. Katharine was lured there three years ago, both by familial ties and the supportive and collaborative creative community that distinguishes the university town. There’s always a willingness to connect and assist. “Can I help you do this? Who can do this?” are often the questions, says Katharine of the camaraderie and networking. Plus, there is the joy of having plenty of working space, which was in short supply in New York City.

STUDIO BY RINNE ALLEN; PORTRAIT BY CHRISTY BUSH; GALLERY COURTESY OF SPALDING NIX FINE ART

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“I have the luxury of having my studio at the back of my yard,” adds Susan. “It’s literally my haven, and I can explore so many things.” From that perch, the Hables have continued to put their creative stamp on a dazzling array of home furnishing categories with some of the industry’s most respected companies. “We don’t like to date,” says Katharine of their partnerships with their long-time collaborators. “We like to get married to our partners.” Case in point: They’ve been working with Garnet Hill for almost two decades. Other partners over the years span furniture to fashion and include Hickory Chair, Anthropologie, Alabama Chanin and Soicher Marin to name just a few. There are also designs for rugs, and later this year, a new lighting collection with Generation Lighting. Textiles, all of which are made in the United States, remain a cornerstone of their practice. Susan’s latest artwork, including sculpture and painting, is on view in a group exhibition of Georgia artists titled WELLSPRING at Spalding Nix Fine Art in Atlanta through May 14. Prolific as they are, the Hables’ designs are recognized for their soulful, authentic and organic sensibilities. As Susan notes, “As much as we say, ‘Let’s make more things,’ we are considerate about what we put into the world.” hableconstruction.com

clockwise from top left The Athens studio space. A Colorful Home book (Chronicle Books, 2015). Stonely Mirror for Maitland Smith. Bird Wing Chair and George Bench for Hickory Chair. Susan’s latest collage works on view at Spalding Nix Fine Art through May 14.

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STYLE NEWS

BOOK LOOK

AH&L takes you around the globe—from the countryside to the shorefront— with our favorite tomes this month Produced by LAUREN IVERSON

Twisted Soul Cookbook Celebrated Atlanta chef Deborah VanTrece highlights cuisine from around the world in her debut cookbook The Twisted Soul Cookbook: Modern Soul Food with Global Flavors (Rizzoli, $35). Inspired by her years as a flight attendant, VanTrece shares inventive seafood dishes, sides, desserts and more, teaching that the love

Designing Paradise From Punta Mita, Mexico, to the shores of the Dominican Republic, Miami Beach and beyond, Designing Paradise: Tropical Interiors by Juan Montoya (Rizzoli, $65), written by Jorge Arango, transports readers to a luxurious beachfront retreat with every turn of the page.

A Year at Clove Brook Farm

Farmhouse Weekends

At Home

Whether living in a bustling city apart-

of art, according to designer Brian

A Year at Clove Brook Farm (Riz-

ment or a quiet countryside abode,

Paquette, but it doesn’t need to be

zoli, $45). Separated by season,

Farmhouse Weekends (Gibbs Smith,

sterile. In his new book At Home:

the designer shares his secrets

$30) by Melissa Bahen provides read-

Evocative & Art Forward Interiors

to creative farm living—from

ers with the coziest of meals, no matter

(Gibbs Smith, $40), Paquette takes

floral arranging and garden-

your location. Bake a buttery berry

readers through his approach to de-

cobbler this summer or welcome fall

sign—leading with the client identity,

life with animals. Let the sun-

with white bean chili. With brunch, din-

history and aspirations and translating

shine of his tome spill into the

ner and dessert recipes included, you’ll

that into a home that’s comfortable

enjoy good company year-round.

yet functional, artistic yet livable.

Take a trip to the countryside with Christopher Spitzmiller’s

planning tips to entertaining and

inspiration for your own space.

Interior design is a living extension

© THE TWISTED SOUL COOKBOOK: MODERN SOUL FOOD WITH GLOBAL FLAVORS BY DEBORAH VANTRECE, RIZZOLI NEW YORK, 2021. IMAGES © NOAH FECKS; © DESIGNING PARADISE: TROPICAL INTERIORS BY JUAN MONTOYA BY JORGE ARANGO, RIZZOLI NEW YORK, 2021; A YEAR AT CLOVE BROOK FARM BY CHRISTOPHER SPITZMILLER © RIZZOLI NEW YORK, 2021; FARMHOUSE WEEKENDS BY MELISSA BAHEN, GIBBS SMITH PUBLISHING, 2021; AT HOME: EVOCATIVE & ART-FORWARD INTERIORS BY BRIAN PAQUETTE, GIBBS SMITH PUBLISHING, 2021

for flavorful food boasts no language barrier.

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Mother’s Day Magic

NANCY IZLAR and DARBY FALLON CLARK create a memorable tabletop setting for generations to gather using treasured family heirlooms Produced by SUZANNA CULLEN HAMILTON

Photographed by DAVID CHRISTENSEN

Floral Design by GATHER WILD DESIGN

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Herend Rothschild Bird china sings against the gilt-rimmed chargers and monogrammed napkins by Gramercy. Family heirloom silver flatware mixed with mother-ofpearl pieces complete the elegant setting.

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FAVORITE SHOPPING SPOTS BABY BRAITHWAITE @babybraithwaite BEVERLY BREMER SILVER SHOP @beverlybremer_silvershop BLYTHE HOLLIDAY DESIGNS @blythehollidaydesigns BOXWOODS GARDENS & GIFTS @boxwoodsatlanta BUNGALOW CLASSIC @bungalowclassic CUT FLOWER @cutfloweratlanta ERIKA READE LTD. @erikareadeltd GATHER WILD DESIGN @gatherwilddesign GRAMERCY @gramercyhome HOUSE OF HAZEN @houseofhazen WILLIAMS-SONOMA @williamssonoma left Designer Nancy Izlar with her daughter, Darby Fallon Clark, and her grandson, Rivers Clark. below Sterling silver place card holders from Beverly Bremer Silver Shop are just large enough for a Jordan almond and a card.

ATLANTA HOMES & LIFESTYLES: You have a large family. How did you incorporate six generations into this Mother’s Day luncheon? NANCY IZLAR: My family has always entertained and used family heirlooms in the process, and I’ve passed those joys on to my daughter, Darby. The silver epergne was my great-grandmother’s while the etched wine glasses, silver tray and flatware are from my grandmother and mother. The Herend china was my mother-in-law’s and the mother-of-pearl flatware was a gift from my father’s wife. Our guest of honor, and our sixth generation, is my new grandson Rivers! AH&L: This gazebo setting is

charming and memorable. What are other entertaining tricks that captivate your guests? NI: Whether entertaining formally or casually, I always use fresh flowers, colored glasses, candles, festive cocktail napkins and a signature drink. AH&L: Tell us about your mother’s smart recommendation regarding your silver pattern. NI: On my 18th birthday, my grandmother took me to pick out my silver pattern, and my mother recommended that I select the same one that she and my grandmother had. Now I have three generations of silver to use when I have large gatherings. AH&L: Darby, you’re in your 19

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ties, and it is refreshing to see your interest in entertaining with for silver, china and crystal. Do you think formality will return for your generation? DARBY FALLON CLARK: My mother constantly entertained, so it’s always been a part of our lives and we learned to appreciate fine china, crystal and silver. I selected beautiful china for my registry, but it’s not overly formal and it pairs well with my mother’s patterns. AH&L: The menus and place cards coordinate perfectly with the tablecloth. Was this custom or serendipity? NI: After selecting the tablecloth fabric, Darby and I worked with Blythe Holliday Designs to create them. AH&L: How did you imagine this setting and who created all of the beautiful floral work? NI: Nancy Izlar Interiors hired

Katherine White last summer due to her background in floral work. Katherine owns Gather Wild, a floral and event company, and she and I discussed the look I wanted and we selected the flowers. She did a stunning job creating my vision. AH&L: Nancy, what’s it like to celebrate this Mother’s Day with your daughter and new grandson? Darby, how does it feel to be a new mom celebrating with your mother? NI: Being a grandmother has brought a whole new dimension of love and joy to my life. I’m so proud of Darby and so overjoyed with Rivers, so it’s going to be extra special this year. DFC: Mother’s Day has an entirely new meaning for me, and I now have a greater appreciation for my mother and respect for all mothers.

clockwise from top Crystal flutes are a festive note when placed on an heirloom silver tray. The custom menu cards created by Blythe Holliday perfectly coordinate with family-owned Herend china. Etched green water glasses from Williams-Sonoma appear vintage. opposite A custom floral tablecloth by Dogwood Fabrics, through Travis & Co. and made by Willard Pitt, completes the floral symphony.

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In this serene but sophisticated kitchen environment, texture, tone and clean lines are the focal points. An absence of upper cabinets and an all-white palette are balanced by wood and brass accents.

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STYLE

C R E AT I V E S

DELVING INTO DESIGN

A circuitous adventure led CHELSEA BARRY to the exact place she wants to call home: Atlanta Written by SUZANNA CULLEN HAMILTON Photographed by MARC MAULDIN

ATLANTA HOMES & LIFESTYLES: Your path to design has been a journey across many endeavors and cities. Tell us a bit about that. CHELSEA BARRY: I was born in New York and raised in Tampa, Florida, by a Cuban father and Puerto Rican mother, so my brothers and I are first-generation Americans. My parents owned a restaurant and I worked every position in the restaurant. That experience helped me learn the value of hard work, honesty and integrity. AH&L: You didn’t pursue design in college; rather, you took a shortcut into the business world in Miami. What was that like? CB: I got a job with the largest event promoter in South Florida. The job was fast-paced and I juggled a lot of responsibilities, but it’s where I learned about project management, budgeting and scheduling. AH&L: At what point did home and design become your interest? CB: I moved to New York where I worked for Paramount Antiques in their 100,000-square-foot warehouse. I sold antique reproductions to homeowners and hotels. By working in all facets, I learned how to furnish homes and place orders.

AH&L: How did you land here in Atlanta? CB: I was 25 and Atlanta is a great city for a Latina woman. I landed an incredible job with Ruth’s Chris Steak House running their sales department, and within a year, I had the highest sales worldwide with more than 140 restaurants. AH&L: What an accomplishment! What caused you to open Casa De CB? CB: I met my husband and found my passion renovating residential properties. I truly love problemsolving and project management, and my approach is practical and sensible so clients don’t feel like they have to spend a ton of money. Now both my business and my personal life have expanded: We’re having our third child and I have a thriving business! AH&L: What’s on the horizon? CB: As a bilingual Latina woman and having residential and commercial sales and design experience, I’m ready to take the next step. My goal is to get my general contractor’s license while exploring restaurant design. I truly feel like I can do it all: design, project management and construction, and I’m looking forward to doing this in Atlanta.

clockwise from top left Chelsea Barry is meticulous in her planning and project management. A runner by Glover and Flack softens the mudroom entry where the family dog and his owners can leave coats, boots, leashes and school bags. The kitchen—which features pendant lights from RH and a hood from Artistic Artisans—provides multiple seating areas for both family and guests. A chair by Lee Industries creates an inviting place to sit by a window.

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Gina and Chef Linton Hopkins. A pandemic-born business, the shop began online as a way to reconnect with culinary-minded Atlantans and resulted in the opening of its first brick-and-mortar location, offering items like fresh-baked pastries, dry-cured meats, specialty local The 100-layer Lovely Layer Lasagna.

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LIFE

by the

R E A L E S TAT E

NUMBERS

EPICUREAN ATLANTA

FULL-SERVICE FLAIR Written and Produced by JENNIFER BRADLEY FRANKLIN

WHEN THE LUXURIOUS CORSO ATLANTA makes its debut this summer, it will represent a new breed of senior living. Inspired by Parisian classical architecture, the gated property boasts 500,000 square feet of residential and common space, complete with manicured courtyards and winding paths. The development is drawing residents from Atlanta and beyond. “It [lets people] live in the community they’ve always lived in, but the services will come from behind the scenes,” says Tim Gary, CEO of Galerie Living, Corso’s parent company. There are 45 available floor plans and residents can adjust

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Total guest rooms, including 22 spacious suites

43,560

Square feet of outdoor space (that’s 1 acre) on the ninth-floor sky terrace

THE INTERLOCK is primed to be the Westside’s newest mixed-use development, at the corner of Howell Mill and 14th Street. “Our project really makes the community more of a community. It makes it more livable and walkable,” says Jeff Garrison, partner with developer S.J. Collins Enterprises. The 9-acre community will feature the Bellyard, a 161-room boutique hotel; Plateau West, 41 townhomes by Monte Hewett Homes; Solis’ 349 luxury apartments; as well as high-tech offices that will be home to WeWork, an incubator by Georgia Technology Ventures and more. Retail, entertainment and culinary offerings will be a draw. Slater Hospitality will open a venue this summer with a 12,000-square-foot restaurant, infinity-edge pool and outdoor firepits on the 1-acre rooftop. Planned spirits outposts DrawBar, Pour Taproom and Holiday Bar will capitalize on the open-container license to allow guests to imbibe while walking around. “It’s an incredible place,” says Garrison. “It’s all about creating that energy to complete the West Midtown market and make it a place where people never want to leave.” theinterlockatl.com

Temperature-controlled cabanas by the resort-style swimming pool

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Number of guests that can be accommodated in the Epicurean Theatre, a culinary classroom and state-of-the-art kitchen in partnership with Sub-Zero and Wolf

On-site dining spots including a restaurant, a cafe and bar and lounge

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their level of service over time—from completely independent to assisted living up to memory care—based on their needs. Enviable amenities include a heated pool, full-service salon and spa, florist shop by Terry Furuta, concierge services and round-the-clock security. Chef Philippe Haddad serves as curator and culinary consultant with offerings including a fine dining restaurant, wine and cheese tasting room, teahouse, ice-cream shop, catering services and more. “This is completely different,” says Gary. “It will change your mind about what senior living really is.” corsoatlanta.com

Occupying a building in the new 1105 West Peachtree development, with urban-chic design led by Atlanta’s Rule Joy Trammell + Rubio, the culinary focused hotel is part of Marriott’s Autograph Collection.

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▲ THROUGH MAY 23 Presented by Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles, the sixth-annual

SOUTHEASTERN DESIGNER SHOWHOUSE & GARDENS comes to a close this month. Situated on half an acre across from Atlanta’s beloved Chastain Park, the 8,000-square-foot showhouse design-build dream team includes Benecki, William T. Baker, Source and Land Plus. Designed with an Art Deco aesthetic, the home features five bedrooms, five full baths, two powder rooms, pool, pool cabana and a finished basement. Proceeds support the Atlanta History Center. southeasternshowhouse.com

THROUGH MAY 15 Changing seasons are at the forefront in JACKSON FINE ART’s latest exhibitions that display new work from Cig Harvey and Angela West. In Eat Flowers, Harvey takes viewers through a multisensory installation featuring photography that recognizes beauty in the mundane, while Persephone will exhibit new large-scale mixed-media pieces from West, who—

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IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE. Located at ▲ THROUGH JUNE 5 The MUSEUM OF DESIGN ATLANTA takes visitors to an imminent time with Bike to the Future, an exhibit showcasing the latest in contemporary bicycle design including Philippe Starck’s

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Naomi Von Habersham ONCE UPON A TIME, the type of home which most people aspired to was a single-family house situated on a plot of land that was sizable enough for either a front or backyard or, better yet, both. Even today, with a variety of residential options available, owning a single-family house remains highly desirable. Houses tend to be decent investments, and with the kind of privacy a house affords, one can for the most part do what one wants whenever one wants to. But for some of us, caring for a house and tending to its landscaping is too much of a burden. Instead, our ideal situation is high-rise living, which has so many benefits that I don’t even know where to begin. First off, vertical living means no longer having to worry about watering one’s lawn or pruning trees and shrubbery. What a relief! Then there are the conveniences that make high-rise living so attractive. In many buildings, newspapers are left outside one’s door, packages are received by building staff and trash disposal is as easy as throwing a garbage bag down a chute. But the real beauty of living in a high-rise lies in its aesthetic flexibility: When decorating your home, you’re not as beholden to the exterior’s architectural style as you are with a house, which means you can decorate your home any way you wish. Consider those sleek, glassy buildings that are cropping up all over Atlanta. If you’re a resident of one and a modernist at heart, then your preferred streamlined furnishings will serve to highlight, even maximize, the building’s contemporary style. But if you’re a Francophile traditionalist, your high-rise home can be equally as stunning, especially if you play your gilt antiques and silk fabrics off of your apartment’s sleek surroundings, a yin and yang combination that can be drop-dead chic. Come to think of it, that’s what makes high-rise living so interesting. Not only do you encounter a diverse mix of people and lifestyles, you’ll often find a mix of decorating styles too.

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Southern flair—and the finest local ingredients—are celebrated in Atlanta’s newest grab-and-go marketplace THE BUTTERY ATL Written by LAUREN IVERSON

clockwise from top Southern-made goods such as Holeman and Finch Bloody Mary mix, Hop’s Kitchen chicken breader and specialty kitchenware line the shelves of The Buttery ATL. The brick-and-mortar location was originally the office space of Hopkins and Company’s commissary kitchen before being remodeled into The Buttery ATL’s storefront. Pastries by Executive Pastry Chef Jen Yee are baked fresh daily.

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NESTLED IN A LITTLE pocket between Piedmont Road and Cheshire Bridge Road, The Buttery ATL is a quaint shop that packs a mighty punch. It takes only seconds inside to realize the latest venture by restaurateurs Gina and Chef Linton Hopkins—the powerhouses behind staples such as Hop’s Chicken, Holeman and Finch and the Peachtree Road Farmers Market—is certainly not your average grab-and-go marketplace. Before opening their first brick-and-mortar location in November 2020, the pandemic-born idea made its name as an online marketplace providing an alternative way to purchase local specialty items. “I couldn’t find a [margarita] mix I liked, and during the past year, I really wanted—and needed—a good margarita,” says Chef Hopkins. “So I made a mix with 10 limes in every bottle and wanted to share it with others. The Buttery ATL evolved from there.” Inside, specialty cheeses and a tempting rack of dry-cured meats welcome guests, but the fresh-baked pastries by Executive Pastry Chef Jen Yee quickly steal the show. Bite into an almond croissant or pain au chocolat and allow time to slow while you enjoy the flaky, buttery perfection of her mastery. In the adjoining room, shelves are filled with restaurant-quality ingredients, from specialty olive oils, seasonings and flours to packaged items from the Hopkins and Company restaurant umbrella, including condiments from Holeman and Finch, chicken breader from Hop’s Kitchen and even Eugene and Elizabeth’s simple syrup. The common theme that runs throughout

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is nearly everything in the marketplace is Southern-made—an important philosophy for Chef Hopkins, who lives by the saying put your state on your plate. “Buying local is something I wake up and think about first,” he says. If you want to leave the prep to someone else, the hot-dish dinners for two are unmatched. Taste the freshness of the spring season in the Celebration of Southern Vegetables plate, or indulge in the decadence of the Lovely Layer Lasagna, a 100-layer dish that features 33 layers of meat, cheese and Bolognese with the 100th layer being the marinara sauce. As for what’s on the horizon for The Buttery ATL, there is no slowing down, according to Gina Hopkins. Atlantans can expect always-evolving market offerings and menu items, as well as an outdoor option that will serve breakfast sandwiches, lunch specials and other made-to-order items throughout the day. “We hope to give our guests a sweet place where they can explore new items, but also have the comfort of their favorites.” butteryatl.com

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“Buying local is something I wake up and think about first.” —Chef Linton Hopkins

clockwise from top The Celebration of Southern Vegetables plate, available for Monday night pick-up, is a healthy, colorful dinner for two. The almond croissant is equal parts eye-catching and delicious. A rack of dry-cured meats accompanies a fridge full of specialty cheeses in the front entrance, offering endless pairings for at-home charcuterie.

Get all of your Tex-Mex favorites at Piedmont Heights’ newest walk-up window and takeout restaurant THE QUESO SHOP, brought to you by the team behind Yumbii and The Queso Truck. With items like carne asada tacos, Mexican rotisserie chicken family-meal option, on-the-go margaritas and even a secret menu with a specialty “surfer’s burrito,” there’s something for everyone to enjoy. thequesotruck.com

Grab your sunglasses and sandals and head to Old Fourth Ward’s LOTTA FRUTTA, a woman-owned Mexican juice and smoothie bar that brings the flavors of Latin America to the streets of Atlanta. If the charming, colorful windowfront isn’t enough to put you in vacation mode, the freshness from Mexican-style fruit cups, South American-style smoothies, Cubaninspired sandwiches and more surely will. lottafrutta.com Whiskey Bird introduced the Morningside neighborhood to its younger sister last summer— LITTLE BIRD—who’s quite literally attached at the hip. When the pandemic hit, this cross-cultural fusion restaurant introduced a now-permanent takeout walk-up window to continue to safely serve guests. With the option to order online for grab-and-go or sit down and relax for a serviced meal, there are truly no favorites in this sibling relationship. eatwhiskeybird.com

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At 9 a.m., join us at The Exhibit at OHM to pick up a swag bag and enjoy coffee, light bites and a mimosa before heading on tour. Tickets are available here from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. The Exhibit by OHM, located at Miami Circle, 631 Miami Circle NE, Unit 24, Atlanta, GA 30324 SEE YOU ON THE TOUR! CHECK OFF ALL 6 KITCHEN LOCATIONS: 2551 Potomac Ave. NE, Atlanta, GA 30305 Kitchen Designer Bell Cabinetry & Design, bellcabinetry.com 3678 Kingsboro Rd. NE, Atlanta, GA 30319 Kitchen Designer Lisa Brooks Designs, lisabrooksdesigns.com 1554 Trentwood Place NE, Atlanta, GA 30319 Kitchen Designer Cardea Home, cardeahome.com 5285 Brookelake Dr. Dunwoody, GA 30338 Kitchen Designer Keystone Millworks, keystonemillworks.com 58 Finch Forest Trail Atlanta, GA 30327 Kitchen Designer Morgan Creek, morgancreekcabinets.net 1154 Oakdale Dr. Atlanta, GA 30307 Kitchen Designer Dove Studio, dovestudio.com

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ABOUT THE KITCHEN ON TOUR Our client, a true master gardener, originally wanted a classic white kitchen to replace her current white kitchen, but we asked her to expand her color palette and imagine how beautiful it would be to wake up each day to a gorgeous kitchen just like her stunning gardens. We suggested switching the two colors with Benjamin Moore’s White Dove on the walls and ceilings and Farrow and Ball Blue Gray on her luxury fitted custom cabinetry. Modernized but classic, clean lined yet relaxed. The result—we will let you decide for yourself.

ABOUT THE DESIGNER Joslynn Buchanan, senior designer at Keystone Millworks is one of the most talented kitchen designers in Atlanta and her stunning and detailed designs constantly draw the attention of architects, interior designers and a discerning clientele. For more than two decades, Keystone Millworks has brought together the finest materials, traditional artisanal craftsmanship and an approach that has been tailor made to your ideas to create the best in luxury interiors. We invite you to visit our website and instagram page as well as our kitchen in the Tour of Kitchens, where we look forward to showing you why we offer the finest custom cabinetry made in America today.

JOSLYNN BUCHANAN KEYSTONE MILLWORKS, INC

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ABOUT THE KITCHEN ON TOUR The previous kitchen had low ceilings, very little natural light and was disconnected from the other parts of the home. When the homeowners expressed interest in renovating to better accommodate entertaining their grown children’s families, architect Linda MacArthur came up with the idea to raise the ceiling and add a clerestory. This addition allowed the Studio Entourage team to fit the design within the existing footprint and create an elongated kitchen that is now bathed in natural light. The design team also worked with the homeowner to carefully connect the kitchen to the adjacent living spaces. The homeowners are also Francophiles who love braising dishes, so having a gas La Cornue range was important and became a centerpiece for design.

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MICHAEL BELL BELL CABINETRY & DESIGN

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Michael Bell ADAC-West 349 Peachtree Hills Ave NE Atlanta, GA 30305 (404) 380-1308 bellcabinetry.com

Bell Cabinetry & Design is a talented team of designers and craftsmen who have created beautiful custom kitchens and baths throughout the Southeast and Caribbean for over 30 years. A commitment to understanding our client’s unique requirements has influenced Bell to develop expertise in a range of styles that all showcase a hint of classic Southern flair. What makes Bell truly unique is our balanced emphasis on dedicated design, talented woodworking and expert installation. Our highly accomplished designers work with you to bring your vision to life, then work with in-house master woodworkers, engineers, CAD technicians and craftsmen to build, finish and fine tune your cabinets. Our highly skilled installation and service teams then see your project through completion to assure everything fits perfectly. We invite you to visit our showroom to meet with our design team and experience the beauty of our handcrafted cabinetry in person.

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For this year’s project we are pleased to showcase a collaboration between Brandon Ingram, Mallory Mathison Glenn, Morgan Creek and Revival Construction. The kitchen combines refined details throughout, giving the space a rich yet comfortable feel. The focal point of the room is centered around a cleanly designed plaster hood, flanked by doors with ornate fretwork panels. Rounding out the space is an island with panels inset into scrolled legs, integrated refrigerator and a hidden pantry. The kitchen balances sophistication and openness, creating a timeless space for everyday life.

ABOUT THE DESIGNER Ryan DeCesaro, owner and longtime designer at Morgan Creek Cabinet Company, is proud to continue the legacy of showcasing the luxury cabinets of Morgan Creek in this year’s Tour of Kitchens. For over 20 years, Ryan has brought his passion of creating furniture with an emphasis on fine details and finishes to design cabinets for some of the finest homes in the Atlanta area. During that time, he has collaborated with many of the area’s leading architects and designers, which many can be seen both in Atlanta and nationally, and also on this year’s tour. Ryan says, “It is my desire to have the cabinets I design seamlessly integrate with the architecture and design of the home, thereby creating a space that is not only comfortable to live but pleasing to the eye.”

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Delicate fretwork details, white marble accents and unique brass lighting keep a traditional kitchen light and fresh. See “Well Manored” at atlantahomesmag.com

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ABOUT THE KITCHEN ON TOUR Upholding the uniqueness of the house and historical neighborhood, this newly renovated Druid Hills kitchen embodies elegant and timeless design. Jenny Lyons worked with the homeowner to create a multi-functional space that reflected his unique style and love for entertaining. White Himalayan Crystal countertops integrate the walnut island and dark grey cabinet finishes. Glass-paneled cabinets showcase collectibles, and a pewter zinc hood range creates a grand focal point. The kitchen is equipped with Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances, including a luxury wine fridge, a 48-inch gas range and a steam oven.

ABOUT THE DESIGNERS PAUL CASTELL has brought a lifetime of business and remodeling experience to the creation of Dove Studio Kitchen & Bath. He has completed over 500 projects ranging from small renovations to high-end custom homes. Paul’s passion for cabinetry and thorough understanding of remodeling has enabled him to create and execute a customer-driven kitchen and bath firm. Paul has positioned quality as the centerpiece of Dove Studio. To Dove Studio staff, kitchen and bath design is an art and how you execute that art is the science.

PAUL CASTELL & JENNY LYONS

JENNY LYONS moved to Atlanta in 2002 to complete her internship for a Bachelor of Science in interior design from the University of Tennessee in Chattanooga. In this internship she discovered her passion for space planning in residential interiors. Eighteen years and hundreds of kitchen and bath designs later, she is doing what she loves every day. Her work has been featured in show homes, home tours, published in national magazines and has won COTY and OBIE awards throughout the years.

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ABOUT THE KITCHEN ON TOUR A growing family was more than happy to bid farewell to their Georgian-style home’s former builder-grade kitchen in favor of a custom design with plenty of style and state-of-the-art appliances. The design team expanded the layout of this space, incorporating a large pantry, morning bar and dedicated refrigeration and cooking zones. A moody color palette is complimented with white marble and a custom designed hood made of pewter and brass. Walnut inserts and glass add additional design details and sophistication. This kitchen is the perfect balance of style and functionality.

ABOUT THE DESIGNERS With over 35 years combined industry experience, the design team brings a wealth of information to their clients. Recipients of numerous industry awards, both James and Lisa strive to incorporate design principals that enhance their clients’ lifestyle while creating timeless designs.

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ABOUT THE KITCHEN ON TOUR The AH&L 2021 Tour of Kitchens brings us to the designer’s personal home this year. This kitchen packs a big punch, loaded with wonderful accessories and one-of-a-kind details to really make the available space work. With cabinets by Wm Ohs, the doors are 1-inch thick with an interesting twist on transitional styling. The selected finish is a warm cobblestone with dark bronze metal accents and hardware. The space also features new wood floors, gorgeous natural quartzite tops, handmade tile, a Galley® workstation sink, and an AGA Total Control range.

ABOUT THE DESIGNER Laurie Lehrich of Cardea Home has been designing kitchens and residential cabinetry for 27 years. She has a singular skill for infusing real, emotional resonance into living spaces by balancing inspired design with practical functionality. She credits her unique approach to her invaluable experience in residential construction, her industrial design education, and her tenure with some of the best designers and trade professionals in the industry. Adept at space planning and engineering solutions to architectural and construction challenges, she marries creative enthusiasm with technical knowledge to ensure the realization of her client’s vision.

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Keep it Classic

Designer Jim Howard’s classical sensibilities are on display through both the millwork and sofa he designed in the living room. To keep the space from reading overly traditional, Phoebe Howard selected a fine art photograph by Josef Hoflehner through Jackson Fine Art. The coffee table and side tables were purchased by the couple in France.

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Parisian Flair

above Most of the furnishings and accessories spark a memory for the couple, such as the concave mirror found at a Parisian flea market and antique sideboard purchased from the South of France. opposite A console from Parc Monceau, along with a painting by Paolo Ceribelli, make for an elegant bar set-up in the living room.

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DESIGNERS PHOEBE AND JIM HOWARD’s journey at Plaza Towers could best be described as “full circle,” says the pair who renovated their first apartment at the iconic Buckhead landmark over a decade ago. They eventually went on to sell it, a decision they both came to regret. “We really missed that little apartment,” remembers Phoebe. “It was small and manageable and had such beautiful light.” Location also gave the residence high marks. Because while the Howards call Jacksonville Beach, Florida, home, the apartment served as their work base, providing an easy commute between their interiors shops in Atlanta, Jacksonville and Charlotte, as well as to design projects across the Southeast and beyond. 63

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Powerful Prints

Rose & Hydrangea by Cowtan & Tout takes center stage in the family room. The classic print inspired designer Phoebe Howard to introduce another enduring pattern—leopard—underfoot. She recalls finding the portrait of the old man “on the floor out in a field in France on a cool day.”

So when the opportunity came to purchase another unit at Plaza Towers, the couple didn’t hesitate. The apartment had been virtually unchanged since the complex first welcomed residents in 1970, prompting the need for a down-to-the-studs renovation. The Howards approached the project just as they always do—divide and conquer—with Jim taking lead in space planning and the interior architecture and then handing off to Phoebe for decorating and final touches. In a stroke of serendipity, the unit boasted an identical floor plan to their previous one, but the couple had learned a few things since then. “With just the two of us here for work, we rarely found use for a dining room,” says Jim. In its place, he created an intimate family room where the couple now spends most evenings. To complement the apartment’s classically inspired architectural shell designed by Jim, Phoebe worked through several design concepts. “I had two conflicting ideas,” she shares. “The first was an all-ivory palette punctuated by only the dark colors of antiques and art. But on the other hand, 64

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Storied Appeal

opposite In the entryway, a wall of antique glass greets the couple, as do treasures, like the brass table and antique chair, collected on their buying trips to Europe. The artwork is by French artist Jean-Pierre Bourquin, represented by TEW Galleries. right The galley kitchen’s intricate floor mosaic, designed by Jim through New Ravenna, is a nod to the building’s midcentury roots, as are the shapely counter stools by Cherner.

I also wanted chintz. I couldn’t figure out how to marry those two ideas, until I came across a brown linen print that made me realize I could, in fact, have both.” Phoebe dressed the family room— from the wallpaper to slipper chair—in the English-inspired floral fabric with its palette of brown, gray and ivory offering the perfect foil to the rest of the apartment’s more neutral rooms. Tying each space together is a myriad of art and antiques collected through their travels abroad. “One of the reasons we find this apartment so peaceful is because we’re surrounded by things that bring back wonderful memories,” says Phoebe. These are among the items she dubs “grace notes.” “One of the things I talk about in my new book [The Principles of Pretty Rooms, Abrams] is how to create a sense of comfort. It’s about feeling good when you’re in a room but you don’t really know why,” explains Phoebe. “And I feel really good when I’m here. We finally got our apartment back and are so happy.” See Resources, Back of Book.

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On Display

above left to right A painting by Hans Hofmann hangs above an antique French sideboard and Jim designed the custom wallpaper to wrap around the molding. A bookcase in the foyer displays the couple’s collection of midcentury pottery. opposite A passthrough hall between the master bedroom and bath doubles as closet space.

“[CREATING A SENSE OF COMFORT WITH DESIGN] IS ABOUT FEELING GOOD WHEN YOU’RE IN A ROOM BUT YOU DON’T REALLY KNOW WHY. AND I FEEL REALLY GOOD WHEN I’M HERE.” —PHOEBE HOWARD

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Sophisticated Elegance

A custom blue Gracie mural featuring ivory branches sets a serene tone in the master bedroom. opposite, top to bottom A television cabinet designed by Jim pulls double duty while also displaying a collection of plaster works by John Born. To offer the illusion of more space in the windowless master bath, storage is located on the back wall.

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High-Rise Haven

In the open living room, plush matching sofas by Hickory Chair and swivel chairs from Bungalow Classic create a cozy gathering spot in front of the fireplace.

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GOING UP After their youngest son left for college, a fashionable Atlanta couple traded their single-family home for an 18th-floor apartment in a luxurious Buckhead high-rise Written by

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Contemporary Cue

Purchased by the owners during one of their annual trips to Nantucket, a black metal chandelier illuminates a contemporary wooden dining table and upholstered chairs from Hickory Chair. The artwork is by Jylian Gustlin.

TURNING THE PAGE on a new chapter can be thrilling, and so it was for an urbane couple who traded their traditional single-family home for a far more modern dwelling on the 18th floor of The Charles, a high-rise condominium in the heart of Buckhead. Eager to start a new chapter, the empty nesters sold nearly all their furnishings and hired designer Courtney Giles Decker to create a whole new milieu. “It’s a lot of fun to start from scratch,” says Giles Decker. “We took them in a totally different direction.” Rendered in a palette of neutral hues accented with pops of blue, the space is a warm, sophisticated retreat that emphasizes both the expansive urban vistas and the couple’s collection of art. In the entry, for example, a colorful abstract painting by local artist Leslie Irvine coordinates well with the tufted blue velvet bench underneath it. And the walls in the nearby study are covered in a dark blue grasscloth, creating a relaxing backdrop for a camel-colored corduroy sofa and a cocktail table with a faux ostrich-skin finish. “All the texture makes it feel a little cozier,” explains Giles Decker.

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Mix It Up

above left to right Books, flowers and objets d’art adorn the streamlined cocktail table by Bradley in the living room. Clad with a waterfall-style Cambria quartz countertop, a lacquered gray island juxtaposes the more rustic wooden kitchen cabinetry, both by Pedini.

Cozy also describes the open living room, where matching velvet sofas and a pair of swivel chairs covered in a nubby wool fabric create a spot to enjoy the fireplace. Custom black metal flowers surround the firebox, adding a touch of whimsy. “They wanted a little edge,” says Giles Decker. Indeed, while the open kitchen’s perimeter cabinetry is contemporary in form, its visible wood grain juxtaposes the lacquered base of the gleaming white quartz waterfall-style island. The mix also characterizes the master suite, which is furnished with a mohair-covered headboard flanked by painted side tables underneath a tiered rock crystal chandelier. “It has some bling but with an earthy texture,” says Giles Decker. “Dressy but not flashy.” There’s a bit of flash, however, in the guest bathroom, its floral wallcovering providing a soft contrast to the vanity’s visible wood grain and sleek surfaces. “It’s a fresh take on a classic pattern,” says Giles Decker, noting it’s one of her favorites. Because it was under construction during the design process, Decker kept everything in her own warehouse as it arrived, furnishing the space just days before her clients moved in and unveiling the design in a grand reveal. Needless to say, they were overjoyed with the result. “It fits their personality—cool and contemporary but warm and inviting,” says Giles Decker. “I think we balanced it very well.” See Resources, Back of Book.

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In the Clouds

The owners adore spending time on the outdoor patio, which is furnished with stylish yet comfortable teak furnishings by Janus et Cie.

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Blue Beauty

A navy grasscloth wallcovering by Phillip Jeffries creates a more masculine feeling in the den, where the husband often works at the oak desk by Julian Chichester. opposite A custom builtin bookcase frames a tailored corduroycovered sofa from Lee Industries in the library-like den. The swivel chair is by Mr. & Mrs. Howard for Sherrill Furniture.

“IT’S A LOT OF FUN TO START FROM SCRATCH. WE TOOK THEM IN A TOTALLY DIFFERENT DIRECTION.” —COURTNEY GILES DECKER

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Sweet Retreat

clockwise from top left Serenity was the goal in the master suite, where painted side tables from Century Furniture flank a mohair-covered bed. In the master suite, a tufted chair and ottoman from Hickory Chair offers a spot to enjoy the city views. A bold wallcovering by Schumacher juxtaposes the more rustic wooden cabinetry by Pedini in the guest bathroom. A modern soaker tub by Victoria + Albert and a standalone shower foster a spa-like feeling in the master bathroom.

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“[THE DESIGN] FITS THEIR PERSONALITY—COOL AND CONTEMPORARY BUT WARM AND INVITING.” —COURTNEY GILES DECKER

Softly Dressed

Flanked by side tables from Somerset Bay, a channeled upholstered headboard by Bernhardt introduces a splash of subtle color in the guest bedroom.

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Visual Comforts Written by

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Perfectly Placed

In the hall between the living area and dining room, residential designer William Litchfield designed an alcove using a series of step-backs to carve out a niche for a floating bar. A painting by artist Todd Murphy hangs above.

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Visual Illusion

The inside of the front door is mirrored to visually expand the hallway gallery and create a house of mirrors effect. “I wanted to create a jib door scenario where once you are in, you almost can’t find where you came in and how to get out,” says Litchfield. The photographs lining the wall were taken by the homeowner’s son.

Sculpturally Sleek

Covered in tufted ostrich-print vinyl, the banquette’s bench seating creates a cozy nook for enjoying cocktails while taking in the city view. The Urban Electric Co. sconces inset into the upholstery include dimmers to add to the evening ambiance.

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Double Duty

Just inside the entry hall, designer Carolyn Malone installed a counter-height entry table for use as both a desk and serving table. Lacquered white, the custom piece holds a collection of art books, an African mask and a lamp by Edgar Reeves. A personal collection of photography is displayed asymmetrically.

WHEN RESIDENTIAL DESIGNER William Litchfield and interior designer Carolyn Malone were asked to renovate an apartment in Plaza Towers for homeowners with whom they had a longstanding relationship with, it felt just right. Taking a more modern approach than with the family’s past projects, the duo found ways to add sophisticated style to the celebrated 1960s Buckhead high-rise while still honoring its midcentury design. “This is one of my favorite buildings in Atlanta,” says Litchfield. “It has very clean lines and wonderfully simple details. We decided to have fun and go modern with this city apartment.” Despite constraints, the designers were able to make a clean sweep by taking the 2,000-square-foot space down to its bones and reimagining it for their client’s needs. Aiming to make the space feel bigger, Litchfield raised the height of door openings,

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eliminated a wall between the former dining room and kitchen and carved out recesses to accommodate a banquette and bar. These decisions, along with new 4-by-4-foot Italian concrete tile floors and strategically placed mirrors set the foundation for crisp appointments with glamorous undertones. For continuity, Malone only used two paint colors throughout the home—Pure White and Urbane Bronze, both Sherwin-Williams. Fixtures and furnishings continue the play of contrasts. Malone established the mood in the entry by converting the conventional space into a gallery hall. Here, the dark lacquered walls and ceiling host a collection of photography, standouts thanks to their stark white frames. In the dining and kitchen area, a banquette upholstered in bright white faux ostrich sits opposite the dark kitchen wall.

Modern Mix

Opening up a wall between the original kitchen and dining space afforded larger space for entertaining. The open kitchen offers stainless steel counters and shelves for everyday essentials with countertop appliances and storage in cabinets below.

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Casual Corner

top left A hallway between the living room and dining area hosts a recess with a bar. left In the second bedroom, the wall color and fabrics exhibit a bronzy hue creating a dark, cozy hideaway. right A corner unit, the living room accesses a second balcony shared by the bedrooms. Original to the building, floorto-ceiling windows and sliding doors were a welcome, nonnegotiable change during renovation.

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“WE STAYED TRUE TO THE BUILDING’S CONTEMPORARY DESIGN, BUT WE PUT OUR OWN SPIN ON IT.” —CAROLYN MALONE

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Restful Retreat

Mixing styles and periods, Malone set a serene scene in the main bedroom. “It’s a quiet refuge,” she says. opposite Mirrors were integral for bringing light into the windowless bathroom, and are featured on all of the walls in the space. The faucet and lighting is Waterworks.

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“The copper ribbed tiles have a shimmer to them—much like the lacquered walls and cabinets,” says Malone. In the adjacent living room, furnishings and accessories are equally sleek and sculptural. A sectional sofa so large that it had to be hoisted in by crane dominates the space while a burled walnut cocktail table offers the appearance of three individual pieces. A triptych of framed, salvaged aluminum ceiling panels underscores the modern architecture with their industrial, curvilinear forms. For entertaining, a custom crocodile-embossed leather bar finds a prominent spot in a recessed niche featuring a series of step-backs. “We wanted something sophisticated that made you feel like you were away from home and in the city,” says Malone. While public spaces focus on entertaining, bedrooms are wellappointed, restful retreats. In the second bedroom, a pair of twin beds are cocooned in an envelope of Urbane Bronze and swaths of bronze linen. Despite the small space, the home lives large thanks to intentional design strategies and a restrained use of materials and colors. Says Malone, “We stayed true to the building’s contemporary design, but we put our own spin on it.” See Resources, Back of Book. 91

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Make a Statement

A neutral base palette allows colorful artwork by America Martin through Tew Galleries to pop in the dining area. opposite Seamless rift-cut white oak kitchen cabinetry by Cabinets of Atlanta provides plenty of storage, while its carefully aligned millwork details create a tailored, sophisticated look.

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NIKI PAPADOPOULOS and MARK WILLIAMS refresh a historical Atlanta condominium with crisp, classic details that are as functional as they are beautiful Written by CLAIRE RUHLIN

Styled by ANNETTE JOSEPH

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Scenic Sights

The living room offers sweeping views of Atlanta’s Peachtree Heights neighborhood. The four armchairs are Lee Industries through UpCountry Home. opposite Designers Niki Papadopoulos and Mark Williams transformed the original galley kitchen into a spacious, openconcept—one with plenty of space for entertaining. “The island is great for informal entertaining and also makes a great work space that allows us to enjoy our views,” says homeowner Donny Guercio.

DONNY GUERCIO AND ROB RIGSBY always knew that when the time came to downsize, they wanted it to be in Plaza Towers, Atlanta’s historical high-rise condominiums in the heart of Buckhead. “The combination of location, square footage and views—plus the fact that there are only four units or less per floor—sold us,” says Guercio. The couple kept an eye on the building for years until at last the perfect unit—a three-bedroom that was just the right size and had the scenery they were looking for—became available. Having been impressed with their work on a neighboring unit in the same building, the couple didn’t hesitate to enlist the expertise of Mark Williams and Niki Papadopoulos of Mark Williams Design to design their dream condo. “They were really happy with the open kitchen concept because that’s not common in that building,” says Papadopoulos. “They fell in love with the kitchen layout, and when this three-bedroom became available, it was just perfect timing.”

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Precisely Right

In the living room, builtin shelves are as useful as they are beautiful. “It’s not so much about the amount of storage, but the precision of getting all of these lines to align to keep things clean and simple. That’s something that I think people underestimate,” says Papadopoulos. The sofas and coffee table are RH and the artwork is Cathy Lancaster. The drapery panels are through Yoma Textiles.

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Space Savvy

left The designers knocked out the home’s third bedroom to add more space to the living room, where a pair of sofas from RH provide a cozy yet tailored sitting area. opposite Because the second bedroom doubles as a home office, storage was an important factor. Office supplies are cleverly concealed in a floor-toceiling storage cabinet. The carved wood wall hanging is from Andrianna Shamaris.

The clients’ directive: a space that combined modern sensibilities with classic design style. And because they were downsizing—coupled with the fact that Guercio, a realtor, works from home—a balance of function and beauty was imperative. “They wanted a space that was sophisticated and modern, but not too cold and calculated,” says Williams. “Their home needed to be both beautiful and comfortable.” 98

The first step was opening up the home’s footprint, knocking out a bedroom to add more space to the living room and transforming the original galley kitchen into a fresh, open-concept space with an island and plenty of rift-cut white oak kitchen cabinetry. Likewise, built-in storage in the living room and main bedroom achieves a sophisticated yet warm look while keeping clutter at bay. In the second bedroom, which functions as both a guest room and home office, ample cabinetry cleverly conceals office supplies, making it easy to transition from a nine-to-five to hosting guests. To soften the linear look of the home’s more geometric details, the designers anchored the space with a tone-on-tone palette, embracing the natural grains of the millwork, and adding subtle texture to the walls with an off-white grasscloth wallcovering. The final result is a perfect balance of scale, texture and contrast. “From an aesthetic standpoint, it was a constant balance of warm and cold,” says Papadopoulos. “It’s those tiny detailed selections that really make the atmosphere of a space come together.” See Resources, Back of Book.

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Thanks to gray flannel walls and bird’s-eye views of the Buckhead skyline, the main bedroom “feels like a luxe hotel suite,” says Guercio. The bed linens were customsewn by Rigsby. right Storage was a big factor in the bedroom, where seamless, unadorned cabinetry is both decorative and practical. Artwork is by America Martin through Tew Galleries.

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