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ASID GEORGIA CHAPTER OFFICE

Georgia Chapter News

Executive Administrator:

Elayne DeLeo 351 Peachtree Hills Ave NE | Suite 504A Atlanta, Georgia 30305-4527 Telephone 404.231.3938 office@asidga.org | www.asidga.org

4 Past President’s Message 6 President’s Message ON THE COVER 8 Meet Your New Board 9 Welcome New ASID Members 10 ASID Annual Meeting 14 MA! Tour | Design is Human 18 ASID Office Design | Carson Guest Interior Design 22 Calendar of Events 26 Designer Top 10 | Michel Boyd, Allied ASID

ASID NATIONAL 608 Massachusetts Ave NE Washington DC 20002-6006 Telephone 202.546.3480 Fax 202.546.3240 Toll Free 800.610.ASID (2743) asid@asid.org | www.asid.org

Artist: Craig Alan Series: Ekon Series Available through Deljou Art Group

EDITORIAL STAFF Editor And Communications Director:

Cristi Rajevac, ASID Contributors:

Kerry Howard, Allied ASID Trey Champion. ASID Cristi Rajevac, ASID Jessica Kreunen, Industry Partner of ASID Haley Morgan, Industry Partner of ASID Art Director: Laura Shine Lee Executive Administrator: Elayne DeLeo

PUBLISHING STAFF Sales Rep: Duff Tussing 972-747-7866 Ext 311 INDesign Magazine is published quarterly for the ASID Georgia Chapter of the American Society of Interior Designers by DSA Publishing & Design, Inc. Editorial content and the INDesign magazine are controlled and owned by the Georgia Chapter ASID. Reproduction of this publication in whole, in part, in any form is strictly prohibited without the written permission of the Georgia Chapter of ASID.

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5 Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles 2 Atlantis Granite & Marble

15 Beau Studio 13 Classic Home Villa 11 Corporate Environments

16 CWC Deljou Art Group

ELLE Decor European Sink Keivan Woven Arts Marmi Natural Stone MicroSeal of Atlanta Mohawk Industries S & S Rugs Sherwin Williams

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS

President Kerry Howard, Allied ASID 678.705.7580 President@asidga.org President-Elect Janie Hirsch, ASID 404.395.3711 PresElect@asidga.org Finance Craig Anderchak, ASID 404.881.1811 x246 Finance@asidga.org

2013-2014 President’s Letter Dear Fellow Members, can’t believe it!

My last article as Georgia Chapter ASID President! What a year we have had. This year has seen record turn outs for events like Storytellers and the Design Excellence Awards and it has given rise to new events like Wine Wednesday. The Georgia Chapter has revamped its magazine, to the envy of other chapters and have developed new products to supplement our template sales. We have had a phenomenal year, but we couldn’t do any of it without volunteer efforts.

With the busy schedules we have as designers, one of the questions I am asked most is what made you volunteer. Here is what I can tell you, it isn’t just one thing that made me want to volunteer. Yes, I wanted to give back to the community, yes I wanted to be more involved and all of the things that come to mind.

Here is what I discovered…when you volunteer, you get to work with and learn from contemporaries that you might not meet otherwise. You learn how to lead. You learn that happiness isn’t a state of being, that it is a lifelong pursuit.

Quite simply, volunteering will change you. For. Good.

Trey

Trey Champion, ASID ASID Georgia Chapter President 2013 | 2014

Communications Cristi Rajevac, ASID 954.234.1015 Communications@asidga.org Membership Steve Hart, Allied ASID 404.946.2138 Membership@asidga.org Professional Development Cherie Hoffman, Industry Partner of ASID 404.522.1835 ProDevelopment@asidga.org Programs (Director at Large) Lyndsy Woods, Allied ASID 404.474.2055 Programs@asidga.org Student Representative Shannon Griffin, Student ASID 214.868.1662 StudentRep@asidga.org Student Representative Co-Chair Macy Dwyer, Student ASID 770.561.3845 StudentRep@asidga.org Emerging Professional Co-Chair Nujhat Alam, Allied ASID LEED Green Associate 404.521.6337 EmergingPro@asidga.org Emerging Professional Co-Chair Jessica Kreunen, Industry Partner of ASID 404.477.3744 EmergingPro@asidga.org Student Advisory Council Chair Lathem Gordon, Allied ASID 803.507.0470 StudentAdvisory@asidga.org

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President’s Letter Dear Fellow Members, ig Hello, from your new ASID Georgia’s Chapter President!!

I’m so excited to be your president for the 2014/2015 fiscal year. This position has been a dream of mine since attending Anderson University. I was lucky enough to have a professor that promoted and supported the value that ASID would bring to my career as a young designer.

My focus as your president is to grow our chapter membership by working with schools and educators to make ASID a more inclusive chapter throughout Georgia. It’s important that we embrace our students. They are the future of ASID. There are many ways to get involved and connected with the chapter through volunteering on program committees, assisting with our office remodel, or simply calling or emailing us with your ideas. We have several great events planned throughout the new year, so don’t miss out on the opportunity to participate as a practitioner, industry partner, or sponsor.

Many times I’m asked what ASID has done for me. Being part of a professional organization is much more than networking; it’s a way I can give back to the design community, and in return surround myself with a group of people that share common goals. I challenge you to show up and see with your own eyes what ASID can do for you and your business.

Let’s work together to make this next year a successful year for the ASID Georgia Chapter! I look forward to seeing each of your smiling faces in October at “Storytellers” at the beautiful Estate.

Cheers to a Successful year!!

Kerry

Kerry Howard, Allied ASID ASID Georgia Chapter President 2014 | 2015

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Celebrating the Good Life Since 1983

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Meet Your

NEW BOARD

Kerry Howard, Allied ASID Janie Hirsch, ASID

Craig Anderchak, ASID

Cristi Rajevac, ASID

President KMH Interiors

President–Elect J. Hirsch Interior Design

Finance VeenendaalCave, Inc.

Communications Melanie Turner Interiors

Lyndsy Woods, Allied ASID

Steve Hart, Allied ASID

Cherie Hoffman, Industry Partner ASID

Lathem Gordon, Allied ASID

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Jessica Kreunen, Allied ASID Emerging Professional Co-Chair Moda Floor and Interiors

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Shannon Griffin, Student ASID

Macy Dwyer, Student ASID

Student Representative SCAD

Student Representative Brenau University

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Welcome New MEMBERS New Industry Partners

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Patrick Easterly | Theodore Alexander USA, Inc.

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Michael Marks | Capel Rugs

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Mike Estes | Deljou Art Group

New Practitioners Douglas W. Hilton, Associate ASID Ilivette Hidalgo-Nilsson, ASID Leah Bernath, Allied ASID Richard L. Guritz, Associate ASID Barbara A Heath, Associate ASID Scott W Kirk, ASID Jeffrey Bruce Baker, ASID Tugce Yildiz, Allied ASID Pia T. Whited, Associate ASID Katherine Alexandra Wood, Associate ASID, Heidi M Steinemann, Allied ASID Sally Hilliard, Allied ASID Alexandra Miller, ASID Kelly Rich Berumen, ASID Christopher J. Heard, Allied ASID Mina Ch Noori, Associate ASID Alexandra Hahn, Allied ASID Leslie Pearson Wolfe, Allied ASID Courtney WILLIAMS, Allied ASID Amy Gleghorn, ASID, ASID, IIDA Amy Holliday Carter, Allied ASID Lori Vick Millsap, ASID Lyndi Dean, Allied ASID Beth Webb, Allied ASID Meredith L. Locker, Associate ASID Juliana Kerschen, ASID Mona Ahmad, Allied ASID, BS Kathleen Henderson, Allied ASID Elizabeth F. McBride, Allied ASID Jennifer Jane Walsh, Allied ASID

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Established in 2007, the MA Architecture Tour has inspired, entertained, and educated thousands of admiring fans in love with contemporary architecture and thoughtful design.

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Riffel Residence Architecture: Brian Ahern Builders/Construction: Brian Ahern and Jeff Darby of Darby Construction Photography: Andrew Thomas Lee & Diane Riffel

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The tour examines the full vernacular of select modern residential and commercial design currently witnessed in and around Atlanta, and by popular demand, now extended into more cities across the United States. ma-designishuman.org

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Rita Carson Guest, FASID

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ASID OFFICE

The new ASID GA office was designed to represent and reflect the high quality of work by our professional members. It will be a place that everyone can be proud of.

This concept will come to fruition through the donations of our members and industry partners.

ASID wants to say “Thank You” in advance to all of those who will be donating their time & products.

Please think about how you can help and e-mail the office at info@asidga.org with donation offers.

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Museum of Design Atlanta – AIGA 100: A Century of Design.

The work from designers such as Paul Rand, Milton Glaser, Stefan Sagmeister, & more. museumofdesign.org

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ADAC Atlanta – Discover ADAC. Celebrity keynote speakers and design icons highlight this week of celebrating the Southeastern design community. Atlanta, GA. adacatlanta.com ASID GA Storytellers – Design Matters: What Inspires You? A fabulous evening at Buckhead’s Estate and Gardens, highlighting 4 of today’s top interior designers and 2 innovative industry partners.

Atlanta, GA. asidga.org Georgia Aquarium: Aqua Vino An Evening to Come out of your Shell. Over 200 wines and gourmet fare from 30 of Atlanta’s top restaurants. Proceeds benefit Georgia Aquarium’s sea turtle conservation efforts. Atlanta, GA. georgiaaquarium.org High Point Market. More than 2000 exhibitors and over 100 countries represented at the largest furnishings industry trade show in the world. High Point, NC. highpointmarket.org Interior Design magazine’s “One Night Only Chicago” Networking and design is combined with a mix of creatives and firms across the country. An Interior Design editor will be present for idea exchange. Chicago, IL. interiordesign.net

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ASID GA Road Trip: Savannah asidga.org

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NeoCon East The premier conference and design exposition for commercial interiors on the east coast, with over 250 exhibitors.

Baltimore, MD. neoconeast.com

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Chastain Park Arts Festival View the work of 185 artists, as well as enjoy local acoustic musicians and gourmet food trucks. Atlanta, GA. chastainparkartsfestival.com

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ASID – Real World Design Week.

National mentoring program that offers ASID student members hands-on and online learning experiences that include a chance to shadow ASID designers, Industry Partners, and educators for a day. Nationwide. asid.org

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ASID GA Wine Wednesday Atlanta, GA. asidga.org

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Design Thinkers Conference Organized by the Association of Registered Graphic Designers, this is one of Canada’s most important graphic design events that will house over 1,500 participants and feature 25-30 visionary speakers. Toronto, ON. designthinkers.com Atlanta Les Dames d’Escoffier International’s “Afternoon in the Country” Hosted at Serenbe, the 14th Annual Event hosts 95 renowned culinary artists, winemakers, live music, a silent auction, and more. Palmetto, GA. ldeiatlanta.org LuxeHome’s 8th Annual “Chill”: An International Wine and Culinary Event. Features wines from all over the world paired with cuisine from Chicago’s top chefs, all among the world’s largest collection of luxury boutiques for home building and renovation. Chicago, IL. luxehome.com

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Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles: Home for the Holidays Experience one of Atlanta’s favorite wintertime traditions at this annual showcase benefitting the Southeastern Horticultural Society Children’s Learning Gardens and Farm.

The city’s leading design industry talents will be showcased. Atlanta, GA. atlantaholidayhome.com

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Sleep: The Hotel Design Event Europe’s leading conference and exhibition dedicated to excellence in hotel architecture and design. London. thesleepevent.com

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Callanwolde Fine Arts Center: Christmas at Callanwolde Experience a tour of the 27,000 square-foot historic mansion that has been elaborately decorated, live entertainment, holiday shopping, and more.

Atlanta, GA. callanwolde.org Design Miami Museum-quality exhibitions of 20th and 21st century furniture and design objects showcased in this global forum that celebrates design culture and commerce. Miami, FL. designmiami.com

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of Art: “Ennion – Master of Roman Glass” Experience ancient glassmaking by Ennion, who created the most outstanding Roman mold-blown glass in the early first century A.D. metmuseum.org

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ASID GA: The Red and Green Scene The annual collaborative holiday celebration and fundraiser. asidga.org

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West Coast Artists: Desert Arts Festival Held at Frances Stevens Park, 100 artists will display their original work in two and three dimensional fine art and fine crafts including jewelry, pottery, and stained glass. Palm Springs, CA. westcoastartists.com

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Chapter Leadership Conference

contributed by: Jessica Kreunen, Industry Partner of ASID

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They make the design. – Charles Eames

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Michel Boyd, Allied ASID 1.

What city that you have visited has had the most influence on your designs?

I fell in love with the ease of Florence. Italian’s standard for living is aspirational. That natural inclination towards “quality indulgence” is the underlying message in the rooms we design.

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What is your goal and/or what do you do in your FIRST meeting with your client?

6. What is your favorite design “rule” to break?

Designers are supposed to set trends, NOT follow them.

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Would you say that you have a design trademark or specific design style?

My design trademark is layering. I employ multiple layers of luxury to create depth and personality in each space.

Our primary goal is to become the INDISPENSIBLE “fixer”. I want to learn as much as possible about the client; how they live and function, their wish list, and how the space isn’t meeting their needs. It’s more for listening than talking.

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3. You always seem so calm and collected. How

do you manage stress so well with your clents and for yourself?

In the age where so many design styles are overlapping, do you have a favorite design style blend?

An essential part of the luxury services we provide our clients is absorbing the anxiety associated with managing the project and all the highs & lows that comes with it. As far as my personal stress level...I listen to A LOT of inspirational music between meetings and appointments.

I am 100% a transitional designer.

Being a transitional designer offers the freedom to mix genres creating harmony between contemporary pieces and antiques in the same space.

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You have been very active in the design community, specifically in Atlanta. How has ASID GA enhanced your career?

Having the opportunity to speak at ASID Storytellers event last year was a highlight of my design career. Being involved with this organization has broadened my scope of the design industry here in the Atlanta and the design community at large.

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Although a space is never truly finished, when do you know you are “done” with a project?

Every project demands something different; I know I’m done with a project when it evokes a feeling of “completeness” for me. This is found through much layering then editing until the space is balanced.

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What were you doing before you started your own firm?

I was actually in fashion before interior design. I lived in Manhattan full time and somehow I’d managed to avoid the D&D Building??? One trip there, and I was hooked.

Within a year, I was enrolled in design school. Now I ‘m a certified interior design junkie...with credentials.

10. In our technology driven world, what is

your favorite form of social media to promote your business?

Instagram is my favorite! It’s so much fun to have a window into what inspires and motivates fellow creatives.

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