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TABLE of CONTENTS SPRING 2019

FEATURES 39 Design That Works

Grab a coffee and get inspired by Savannah's most beautiful offices

Photography by Flourish Collaborative, Circa Lighting, Beau Kester, Chia Chong, Amy Herring and Jeremiah Hull

52 Family Tides

Two generations make a life on Coffee Bluff

By Anna Chandler Photography by Beau Kester

62 A Place to Pine For

On private Pine Island, Japanese aesthetic meets Lowcountry living

By Sara Watson Photography by Richard Leo Johnson

73 Downtown Distinction

A Savannah couple builds a forever home with historical charm and modern conveniences

By Nancy R. Fullbright Photography by Jeremiah Hull

Photo by JEREMIAH HULL

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I'M NO MATH WHIZ, but eight hours at the office (a light schedule, for many of us) amounts to a third of the day spent at work. As we set out to build the first-ever Design That Works issue of Savannah HOMES, we cast a wide net to find functional spaces — offices, studios, showrooms, even a medical spa — that look, well, much lovelier than they need to. Halfway through the editing process and feeling fully inspired, I decided to give my own office a refresh and enlisted the help of my favorite mother-daughter design duo, Lynn and Brooke Rahn of Clutter Furnishings & Interiors. The Rahns insisted on a good foundation in the form of a seagrass rug. From there, we anchored the room with a burled olivewood cabinet, a white lacquer waterfall desk and a blue floral daybed from home that my husband could never quite wrap his head around, anyway. The next layer was art, collected over a decade and spruced up with a few pieces acquired expressly for this occasion: a set of lush gouache botanicals by Louisa Dunn, a pair of resin flower studies by Mary Margaret Monsees and custom portraits of my dogs by Lynn’s husband, Jimmy Rahn. Then came a tomato-red metal chair with a zebra seat, a wicker rolling desk chair that I still wonder if I dreamed into existence and a slew of fun extras — blush velvet pillows from Garland Luxury Pillows, ceramics from Jennifer Huskey, a porcelain oyster dish from Element Clay Studio, kilim mats from Picker Joe’s, trays from West Elm and PW Short General Store and a chic antiqued-iron wastebasket. On the day of the photoshoot, Brooke swapped out two crystal lamps for a massive urn-shaped pair and filled an old silver champagne bucket with three dozen tulips. We were done, and it was perfect. Of course, a workspace never stays that way: as I type this, my desk is littered with pages to proof, and there are three beverages within arm’s reach. Yet when I pause and look around, everything I see makes me happy, not least of all my granny’s pie bird perched on the sideboard, just singing its song all day long. We all have to work. Why not make it beautiful?

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distinctive.” As a nod to the building’s past, both the bar and the bar tables (designed by Smith) were repurposed from wood flooring removed from the building during the renovation. Throughout the space, custom blackand-white tile, wood paneling and retro-pattern ceiling tiles pair with rich emerald and copper tones to bolster the luxe ambience of the bar area.

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Tomas Georgi, VP of business development at Julian Chichester, who hosted Savannah's interior design insiders for a haute lunch at Husk to promote a new showroom at ADAC ON THE JULIAN CHICHESTER GRAND TOUR OF THE SOUTHEAST: “All of this

This Royere side chair and Fontana mirror are among the new Julian Chichester pieces to be introduced at High Point Market, the largest furnishings industry trade show in the world.

is in anticipation of our beautiful 6,000-square-feet furniture, lighting and accessory showroom opening at Atlanta Decorative Arts Center (ADAC) in Atlanta. We’re very excited, as the South has always been a strong market for us, and we’re looking to grow both our residential and hospitality presence here. Because this region has such a rich legacy of craftsmanship and furniture making, people seem to recognize and appreciate a well-made cabinet or a beautifully upholstered chair. It’s an exciting time to be a designer in the South.”

ON CULTURAL CROSSOVER AND ACHIEVING A MARVELOUS MIX: “Julian Chichester, the gentleman and the

company, are both very English. However, we have a strong affinity for the South — we feel completely at home here, both stylistically and culturally. Southern interior designers are discerning and look to us for tasteful re-interpretations of historical styles, from Jacques Adnetesque leather wrapped cabinets to midcentury light oak side chairs to Moos Pedersen-inspired dining tables. The noble materials we favor are valued by this design community — fine fruitwoods, vellum under lacquer, brass hand-imprinted with shagreen patterns, hammered bronze — and our maximalist mix of bold pattern, florals and bright solids appeals to this audience as well.”

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Home Offices JUST A DECADE ago the words “home office” conjured visions of rolling chairs on plastic floor mats, plastic office accessories and hulking metal filing cabinets. Today, thankfully, and with the help of Pinterest, homeowners are transforming home offices into stylish, thoughtful spaces. With smaller computers and wireless everything, these rooms can look just as amazing as the rest of your abode (and maybe even double as a sitting room). Consider these five things when sprucing up your workspace. PAINT COLOR: The least expensive way to transform a room dramatically is to add color. Want something cozy and masculine? Consider a dark tone, and don’t just stop with the walls: Paint the trim and maybe even the ceiling the same color (pause for effect). Maybe you want something light and bright? Commit to a creamy white — and not just with paint. The trick is to add other layers of cream with the upholstery, drapery and rugs. These layers keep the room from feeling boring. Add some brass accents, an antique piece or even a vase of flowers for pop. The end result is soothing and timeless.

your files, router and printer. The result is a beautiful, functional focal point in your office. It is also extremely satisfying to close the doors on the clutter and pretend that your life is in order. THE CHAIR: This is where style can

really go south. Look for an office chair that can double as seating in your family room. Chairs on castors are excellent for ease of movement from the desk to storage. Hidden castors or brass are best, never plastic! Always choose a fabric that can handle wear or consider getting delicate fabrics professionally treated so they will stand up to everyday use. LIGHTING: Good lighting is jewelry for

your office. Make sure what you choose complements the overall look you are trying to achieve while also providing adequate wattage. Layer your lighting by adding a desk lamp (or two) and wallmounted picture lights in addition to overhead fixtures.

STORAGE: Not only is walking into a

OFFICE ACCESSORIES: Interesting clocks, mail organizers and paperweights of the non-plastic variety are an attractive way to fake being organized and give your desk some personality as well. Don't forget about the wastebasket!

room full of papers unattractive, it can also be stressful. If you don’t have the space or don’t want to commit to built-in bookcases or cabinets, consider an antique piece that doubles as storage for

Robyn Roberts is a Savannah-based interior designer, robynrobertsdesign.com, @robynrobertsdesign.

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Rooted in Nature. Built with Modern Amenities. The right home for your family, the right community for their lives: Waterways is surrounded by nature, infused with contemporary design, and built with modern amenities that exceed your expectations. This surprising low country community offers luxury homes surrounded by a protected natural landscape.

Homesites from the 50s to the low-100s. Homes from the 300s to 600s.

Did you know that Waterways staffs its own full-service real estate brokerage, 7 days a week? Our team at Waterways Township Realty, LLC is best equipped to share the Waterways story and our latest developmental progress. We’re committed to helping you find your dream home or homesite... your new lifestyle awaits!

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With over 21 years of experience in Savannah and the surrounding Low Country, my understanding of the real estate market will bring you results. I believe in extensive continuing education and use this knowledge to serve my clients with the latest information. My success as a million dollar producer for over 20 years proves that I am here to help. I want to share my love and appreciation of this historic city with you and I believe in giving back to this city that I have called home my entire life. Come join me as I work with Abilities Unlimited, Low Country Annie Oakleys and the Special Olympics. After that, we will work together to fulfill your real estate needs.

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Stunning Contemporary Living 714 East Victory Drive, a 6BD/5BA ultra-chic modern home with its open floor plan, clean lines and white oak floors throughout, offers a boundless sense of space and light! Upon entering the two-story foyer, the steel staircase with floating treads, highlighted by a wall of windows, conveys the light and brightness throughout. Abundance of custom cabinetry provides ample storage and crisp architectural lines. The 2BD/1BA carriage house can serve as guest suite, office space, or rental income. Price: $1,699,000

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Design That Works Grab a coffee and get inspired by Savannah's most beautiful offices Photo courtesy FLOURISH COLLABORATIVE

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Flourish Collaborative BRAND STRATEGY AND IDENTITY DESIGN STUDIO Erica Kelly & Caty Cote, Owners

The keys to a friendly office space are providing areas for collaboration (and always having Twizzlers). Our open space encourages conversation and collaboration on projects. A designated place to lay out sketches, color swatches, Sharpies and Post-it notes allows us to see how all of our design elements work and play together. We love being right in the heart of downtown, and we especially love the tall windows that are prevalent in Savannah's historic architecture. So much natural light! The biggest challenge in designing an office is identifying everyoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s work preferences and creating a space where all feel welcome and most productive.

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We like to keep bits of our personality in the office by using our own accessories to style our desks and display cubes.

Everything should have a place: a dedicated drawer, bin or folder. We owe all of this organization knowledge to our client and dear friend Marge VonLehmden with House of Von!

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Circa Lighting DESIGNER LIGHTING RESOURCE HEADQUARTERS Gale Singer, President & Founder

As much as we sell a product, we also sell design. I like clean, simple uncluttered spaces with a mix of old and new. I love art. Mostly all the art is local. My favorite elements of the space are the conference room and the library. The old brick against glass. All like things go in the same place. This way we always know what we have and what we need. Additionally, we make sure to instill in our staff our standards and the importance of respecting the space and coworkers.

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We have 40+ employees here. Having an aesthetically pleasing, well-designed space with up-to-date technology is imperative for an employee-friendly office.

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The space gets a lot of natural light, making it very bright and airy throughout the day. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s our favorite element.

Our office design advice: A place for everything, and everything in its place.

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Lake Pajamas LOUNGEWEAR AND DAY DRESSES Cassandra Cannon & Anne Read Lattimore, Owners

Our office space is comprised of two rooms. Both areas are open concept, so we’ve found it’s important for each person to have a dedicated work space in order to feel organized. We are both drawn to clean, classic design, and this is reflected in the interiors. Clary [Bosbyshell, our designer] was able to pull together a range of elements that felt very “Lake” — with lots of blues of course! One room can be used for multiple purposes. In our main office, the seating area anchors the room and offers an informal area for gathering. The conference table on one side of the space is used mostly for meetings and meals. The other side of the room accommodates our desks and a storage area for swatches, samples and photo shoot props.

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The Corner Suite LUXURY WELLNESS SPA Marjani Smith, Dr. Paul S. Bradley, MD, Dr. David J. Gaskin, MD

Everything in our calming space, from the textiles to robes, feels lavish. We serve complimentary matcha lattes and teas and teasanes. The office’s textures and textiles (velvets, shearlings, leathers, acrylics, marble, stone, concrete) mix elements without creating clutter. I designed The Corner Suite to be a place I wouldn’t want to leave. Every room here is livable. There’s not a bad seat in the house.

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The concierge staff wears Desmond & Dempsey pajamas and handmade Sabah shoes — what’s more comfortable than showing up to work in your PJs?

Styled by REBECCA GARDNER

Photo by CHIA CHONG

We’re the anti-medspa. I wanted to create a space that combined my passion for art, textiles and mid-century modern furnishings with the best elements of experiences I have had at my favorite hotels. I’m inspired by anything that flips tradition on its head.

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WHERE THE MAGIC HAPPENS Emily Testa LeMaster, Editor-in-Chief

When you’re making a magazine that’s designed to inspire, you need to feel inspired by your work environment. We wanted this room to reflect the warm, colorful and personal ethos of Savannah magazine and of the city itself — and thanks to Brooke and Lynn Rahn of Clutter Furnishings & Interiors, I think it does. Regardless of where you spend your 9-to-5 hours, a little office effort never hurt anyone. My friend Liz keeps clutter corralled in beautiful containers and stays motivated with a framed family photo and an Eleanor Roosevelt quote. Another friend and former coworker, McKenzie, recommends a five-dollar monochromatic bouquet every week, ceramic dishes for paperclips and a leather swatch instead of a mouse pad. Up the ante with a set of silverware from home, a real drinking glass and a water pitcher at your desk. Add lamps (overhead fluorescents are a major nono) and dark chocolate (an absolute necessity) and, boom, you’re a working adult. Buy local! Savannah’s creative community means access to great art and artists. We brought in pieces from Katherine Sandoz, Shea Slemmer, Tom Francis, Helen Durant, Colin Douglas Gray, Mary Margaret Monsees, Louisa Dunn, Ben Ward, Daniel Smith and Jimmy Rahn to create the gallery wall of our (Hostess City) dreams.

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sofa and plates, Clutter Furnishings & Interiors; pillow, Garland Luxury Pillows; side table, Cents & Sensibility; tray, PW Short General Store; mirror, CB2

Photography by JEREMIAH HULL

Flourish Collaborative: Year built: 1878 Square footage: 450 Interior designer: Flourish Collaborative Lighting design: Circa Lighting and Rejuvenation Furniture: West Elm, CB2 and Custom Build Accessories: Designers’ own Art: Andrea Kinnear Photography

Circa Lighting: Year built: 1938 Year purchased: 2013 Square footage: 9,200 Number of rooms: 18 rooms / offices, 6 bathrooms Renovation time: 6 months with additional remodels to follow Architects/planners: Rudolph Colby, Colby Design Interior designer: Maureen Pacifici, National Office Systems

Contractor/builder: Mark Albee, Albee Contracting Tile/flooring: Mark Albee, Albee Contracting Paint/wallpaper: Mark Albee, Albee Contracting Windows/doors: Klas Anderson, Advanced Door Systems Kitchen design: Rudolph Colby, Colby Design Bath design: Rudolph Colby, Colby Design Lighting design: Gale Singer, Circa Lighting Landscape design: Reshma Shah Johnson, Shah Architecture Hardscape design: Adam Kaylor, Savannah Hardscapes Electrician: Greg Mosley, Mosley Electrical Construction Audio/visual: Rich Neal, Integrated Network Solutions Carpenter: Chris Williamson, Williamson Millwork Landscaper: Secret Gardens HVAC: Eddie Shuman, Bryan Mechanical

Furniture: Herman Miller from National Office Systems Appliances: GE from Home Depot Art: Owner’s Collection

Art: Vintage assortment of artwork (LA, Miami, NY) Wallpaper: York and Seabrook Design, Lowcountry Wallcovering

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Square footage: 2,500 Number of rooms: 2 IV rooms, 2 treatment rooms, 1 sauna room and 1 lab Renovation time: 3 months Interior designer: Marjani Smith Contractor/builder: Alchemy Restoration Tile/flooring: Coastal Elite Crete Paint: Benjamin Moore, Farrow and Ball Furniture: Art Modern, Miami; Habersham Antiques; Clutter; LA flea markets; 50's 60's & 70's Living, Fort Lauderdale; Sandfly Antiques Drapes: Sherri’s Honey Pot Fabric Mirrors: Jack Rick’s Glass Company

Office build out: 2017 Square footage: 3,575 Renovation time: 3 months Architects/planners: Kern & Co. Interior designer: Clary Bosbyshell, Clary Bosbyshell Design in Atlanta Contractor/builder: West Construction Tile/flooring: Culver Rug Furniture: Serena & Lily, Ballard Designs, Wisteria and CB2 Accessories: Schumacher, France & Son and Vintage Art: Catherine Booker Jones *all resources supplied by business owners

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Family Tides

Two generations make a life on Coffee Bluff By ANNA CHANDLER Photography by BEAU KESTER

IN THE CORNER of Carla and David McCorvey’s kitchen, among the calming hues and clean lines of their modern coastal home, is a single vintage tile. Its homespun charm stands out with its adage: “No matter where I serve my guests, they seem to like my kitchen best.” In a home adorned with memories 52

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and stylish new touches, Carla cherishes this token of her family’s journey. It was originally a part of the décor in her parents’ home while they were attending veterinary school, and Carla packed it up to hang in her college dorm room, as she followed in her parents’ footsteps to join the Case Veterinary legacy. Through

the years, the tile’s observation still rings true, and there is much for guests to like about the McCorveys’ luminous kitchen and their open-concept home perched on Savannah’s Coffee Bluff. For the family of four, the six-bedroom, five full bath and two half-bath house is a forever home 15 years in the making.

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With the help of Konter Quality Homes, the McCorveys’ vision of an inviting, airy Lowcountry nest came to life, and the whole crew officially moved in in December 2018 after purchasing the land and its original home in 2003. The Coffee Bluff area was not unfamiliar to Savannah native Carla and husband David, originally from Atlanta — Carla’s parents moved into the house next door when she was 16 years old. They quickly fell in love with a neighborhood where generations of fishers cast lines into the Little Ogeechee River, and neighbors share their grapefruit tree bounties with the Carmelite Monastery nuns just down the road. “It’s very much a community here,” Carla attests.

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Carla and David met at the University of Georgia and moved to Savannah in 1999. After living in apartments and in a house in Midtown, they intended to build on Dutch Island. Plans were drawn, but their Midtown house sold sooner than expected, and Carla, David, their threemonth-old daughter and dog moved in with Carla’s folks as the Dutch Island plans were finalized. Then, suddenly, the house next to Carla’s parents was put on the market. “We thought, ‘there’s no way we can make this happen — we’re only 30’,” Carla remembers. “But we went out on a limb with the financing, and things have just fallen into place. We’re here forever now.” After 15 years, they decided to start

from scratch, building a new home on the property that was roomy enough for their kids, pets and guests, yet cozy and comfortable. Guests enter the property via a driveway that winds beneath a moss-covered live oak and charming tree house. Carla’s taste for Lowcountry style is immediately evident in the foyer, where oyster shells, natural fibers and clean white shiplap add a vintage touch. Prints and original works from Southern artists like Ben Jam, Ray Ellis, Sharon Saseen and Lori Keith Robinson add to the local aesthetic. To the left of the entryway, the dining room is anchored by a hand-carved table that had belonged to the owners of the original house. The tabletop is a gate door from Mexico, and two ox yokes serve as legs.

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Texture abounds in the open concept kitchen and living room — a red brick backsplash behind the kitchen range, a rope-and-wood chandelier crowning a circular dining room table on a woven rug. Driftwood and other natural finds from the river are lovingly displayed alongside family photos, and cut crystal gleams in the crisp, backlit butler’s pantry. And from any seat in the house, there isn’t a bad view to be found. “We have 180 degrees of horizon,” Carla says, gesturing to the expansive view that’s framed by the living room’s French doors. A small porch with rocking chairs is a tempting relaxation spot and leads to an adjoining screened-in porch, also accessible from the kitchen. The breezy room offers a wide view and a fireplace for cooler days, and the wall-mounted TV makes it David’s favorite spot to watch the Georgia Bulldogs play.

Standing on the McCorveys’ dock, one has a direct line of sight to Richmond Hill. Getting to the Richmond Hill Marina and Fish Tales restaurant would take an hour and a half by car, but the McCorveys prefer to travel by boat, a mere 15-minute journey. “In this area, there’s not an interruption in your view,” says Carla. “And there are no lights — just the twinkle of Richmond Hill. There’s not a big marina, no parkway or powerlines. Even a lot of the coveted places have something manmade that you’re looking at. Here, it’s just flat-out gorgeous.” Due to structural problems, the home’s original dock had to be rebuilt and moved; now, it dovetails perfectly with the center lines of the home. The spacious dock

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AD has ample seating and plenty of fishing and watersports gear for thrill-seeker David and the kids. Upstairs, the views continue from their daughter’s room, the family room, and Carla and David’s master bedroom, which includes an elegant master bathroom and walk-in closet, accessed through a handcarved Mexican door that was original to the McCorveys' old home. There is also a bedroom downstairs that is currently for guests but will serve as a more easily accessible master bedroom when the couple gets older. For now, Carla and David watch sunrises over Wassaw Sound while enjoying their morning coffee on their upstairs bedroom porch (the walk-in closet is outfitted with a Keurig for easy caffeine access). The kids will be moved out before the McCorveys know it, but the adjoining garage’s upstairs bedrooms and the two acres of family land will be waiting for them, along with shared dinners, fishing sojourns and quality time together for generations to come.

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Details Owners: David & Carla McCorvey Year built: 2018 Year land purchased: 2003 Square footage: 4,680 heated (6,740 including screened/covered porches & garage)

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Number of bedrooms & bathrooms: 6 bedrooms, 5 full bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms Time to complete: 12 months Architects/planners: Konter Quality Designs Interior designers: Owners and Gwen Wachsman Contractor/builder: Mark and Jerry Konter, Konter Quality Homes Director of construction: Carl Ward, Konter Quality Homes Tile/flooring: BWF Flooring Paint/wallpaper: Brett Baxter, Baxter Painting Windows/doors: Howard Lumber & Hardware and Ryan Belfry, The Louver Shop Kitchen Design: Owners and Becca Webber, Konter Quality Designs Bath design: Owners and Becca Webber, Konter Quality Designs

Lighting design: Pace Lighting Landscape design: Simon Landscape LLC, Paul Daniels Design and Pope Landscape Landscaper: Simon Landscape LLC and Pope Landscape Electrician: Raymond Adams, Ray's Construction Audio/visual: Best Buy Carpenter: Paul Seibert

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Plumber: Jake Patrick, Jack Patrick and Sons Plumbing HVAC: Mark Gerrald, Gerralds Heating & Air Furniture: Owners' collection, Whelan's, Havertys, Rooms to Go, Nadeau, Ashley and Wayfair Rugs: David Poppell and Gwen Wachsman, Poppell Brothers Flooring Appliances: Livingood's Appliances Art: Owners' collection, Ben Ham, Ray Ellis, Sharon Saseen and Lori Keith Robinson Dock design & construction: Dock Supply and Construction *all resources supplied by homeowners

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A Place to Pine For On private Pine Island, Japanese aesthetic meets Lowcountry living By SARA WATSON Photography by RICHARD LEO JOHNSON

THE ETHOS OF PINE ISLAND, a 56-acre private island between Beaufort and Hilton Head Island, is nicely summed up in a resonant quote from Pablo Picasso: “Art is the elimination of the unnecessary.” Picasso’s words have a companion in lifestyle guru Marie Kondo, whose KonMari method and accompanying Netflix show, “Tidying Up,” contends that one’s home should contain only items that spark joy. Though decades apart, Picasso and Kondo are unexpected

contemporaries who share an implied maxim: Superfluous stuff stifles pleasure. In today’s more-ismore, consumer-obsessed climate, the paragon of luxury is striving — not settling — for less. Enter Pine Island. The nearly 5,000-square-foot build on a 22-acre parcel of the island includes four bedrooms, 4.5 baths and Japanese influence throughout. In particular, the house best embodies shibusa, a tenet of Japanese aesthetic focused on subtle, humble beauty.

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Most of the home’s surfaces are rendered in warm, richly variegated American woods and sustainably harvested tropical hardwoods. Architecture firm William McDonough & Partners included intriguing facets like wood-and-glass sliding doors, terraces and atrium-like spaces with live greenery. Standing inside the Pine Island property conjures up the look

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and feel of an enchanted, Japanese forest. But don’t forget to look up: local artisan woodworkers handled every aspect of the home’s construction, and the exquisite arched ceilings are reminiscent of the inside of a boat (more specifically, a luxury yacht). As for other interior hallmarks, the single-story home keeps it simple and

spacious, but striking. Upholstery and linens are largely neutral with dashes of imperial red and jade. Furnishings are mostly wood, but they’re spectacular: note the real-deal Stickley Furniture chairs, or the burl wood table from George Nakashima, considered a father of the American craft movement. Stone in the kitchen and bathrooms is a sleek,

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durable and suitably unpretentious choice. Recessed and track lighting enhances the bedrooms, bathrooms and kitchen without distracting the eye, while a pair of lantern-like pendants punctuates the main living space with a pop of turquoise patina. On a sunny day, skylights and plentiful windows make lighting fixtures moot, anyway. Craft movement art and

idiosyncratic keepsakes convey the ownersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; tastes: a menagerie of animals affixed to the stone fireplace; a sailboat model; a pair of larger-than-life lizard sculptures; turn-of-the-century Grueby pottery; mid-century ceramics from Peter Voulkos; a bulbous, stone chimenea. Literally topping it all off is a pagoda-like roof, rounding out the Japanese motif.

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Details Year purchased: Purchased the island in 1995 Square footage: 5,748 Number of bedrooms and bathrooms: 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths Architects/planners: William McDonough & Partners Contractor/builder: Bay 10 Ventures Tile/flooring: White oak from Pennsylvania farm, recycled western cedar, butternut, white pine, danto, granite Landscape design: Oehme, Van Sweden & Associate Furniture: Stickley chairs, Grueby Pottery, George Nakashima table Art: William Morris, Peter Voulkos pottery *all resources supplied by homeowners

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The overall effect isn’t so much East meets West as East meets South. Inside, you could have an elaborate tea ceremony worthy of those held in the traditional Higashiyama District of Kyoto. Just as comfortably, you could shuck and roast oysters outside with Lowcountry views unfurling before you: salt marshes studded with native saw palmetto and bayberry, and the languid curve of a river at the edge of the horizon. It’s the kind of fluctuating space that ends up being game for any which whim. I, for one, would love to spend an afternoon writing at Pine Island. I’d equally enjoy wiling away the day at the property’s expansive and tranquil pool. As it turns out, this chameleon quality is very much by design, both indoors and out. Washington, D.C.-based landscape architecture firm Oehme, van Sweden & Associates handled the landscape design, adding unexpected vegetation like ornamental sweet grass in a cloudlike swath of cotton-candy pink. Such a soft and dreamy color perhaps sounds an odd choice, but it just works. The firm’s previous projects and clients include New York Botanical Garden, Chicago Botanic Garden and numerous federal memorials. In addition to a distinguished landscape, the home also includes access to a list of amenities nearly as long as the 80-foot private dock: there’s an equestrian facility, golf and sporting clays, artist programs, a working farm and 30 miles of nature trails all nearby as part of the larger Spring Island residential community. Rather than considering the home and surrounding Lowcountry landscape of Pine Island as two separate entities, it’s easier to envision them as a single, cohesive space. Here, the indoors and outdoors are harmoniously linked as one without obstruction or pretension. In other words — actually, in Picasso’s words — Pine Island is all about eliminating the unnecessary. It’s art.

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Downtown Distinction Savannah couple builds a forever home with historical charm and modern conveniences By NANCY R. FULLBRIGHT Photography by JEREMIAH HULL

ON EAST MACON STREET near Madison Square, a five-story, redbrick Romantic Revival building once housed the city’s first YMCA, where many a Savannah boy learned to swim. Designed and built by esteemed architect Henrik Wallin in 1908, it anchored one corner of a square already graced with significant structures such as the Green-Meldrim and Sorrel-Weed houses. Unlike those historic treasures, however, the YMCA did not survive the city’s mid-century urban renewal wrecking ball, and it was demolished in 1970. One of the boys who splashed in that YMCA pool never imagined he would grow up to build a house on the

same spot where he enjoyed hours of play as a child. But he wound up doing exactly that, with a modern infill that fits seamlessly into the historic fabric of the neighborhood. He and his wife, both Savannah natives, recently celebrated their golden anniversary, and as empty-nesters, their return to the heart of the city enables an active lifestyle. She’s an avid walker, and he gets around town on his bike, explains Amber Marie Then of Amber Marie Interiors, who helped the couple outfit their home. “When presented with the opportunity to have a new build in historic Savannah, they knew it was time to design their final, forever home.”

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With interior and exterior architecture by Homeline Architecture, that home is one for the ages, replete with exquisite tilework and moldings, leaded glass doors and gas lamps. “The couple collaborated with local craftsmen and fabricators, and a European style informed their overall design sensibility,” says Then. Upon entering the home, visitors are welcomed into a stylish parlor where two blue velvet settees face each other in front of a white limestone fireplace, fostering

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comfort and conversation. In the corner by the full-height window sits an antique secretary where the homeowner takes advantage of the natural light to indulge in the lost art of letter writing. This open space easily transitions into the formal dining room, which holds the couple’s traditional cherry dining room set that spaciously seats eight. “The space exudes a formal elegance, but easily adapts to accommodate casual gatherings,” says Then.

The 4,000-square-foot home’s cozy kitchen is designed for intimate gatherings, replete with an adjacent keeping room where guests can convene on the loveseat and keep their hosts company at the same time. The high-end modern appliances and custom cabinetry meld effortlessly with the keeping room, as natural light from one of the home’s four terraces is framed by Roman shades in both spaces. At kitchen center is a white marble-topped island with an inset sink

and comfy seating upholstered with fabric that matches the wallpaper. A butlerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pantry, framed by walnut pocket doors, serves as the transition from the kitchen to the formal dining room. A full-height marble backsplash and hammered nickel sink complement the pantryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s counter, creating the perfect place to mix cocktails to carry to the adjacent parlor or assemble dinner plates for the dining room. Homeline Architecture's alterations to the original plans offered by the developer were extensive on the home's third floor in particular. Rather than have several small spaces, including a closet and an office, the homeowners decided to dedicate the entire floor to the master bedroom, bathroom and boudoir. The boudoir, almost as big as the master bedroom itself, features custom cabinetry, mirrored doors, bench seats for comfort and functionality, a brass ladder rail with walnut ladder and sheer sashes on on the French doors. CafĂŠ shutters create privacy while allowing light to flood the room.

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“This space naturally evolved, as the client and I were on the same page from the beginning of the design, resulting in the space you see today,” Then says. “This room works hard!” The yin to the boudoir’s yang is the garden-level media room, a place to relax with a cocktail and catch a game on the house’s only television. The stained alder cabinetry, bar with a beveled mirror backsplash, the felted wool and sisal woven rug and sectional sofa make the room fun and functional, a place where comfort reigns supreme. Amid all of the masculine touches in the media room, there

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is one nod to femininity: a special nook where the wife can practice songs she's learning for her church choir on her grandmother's piano. Throughout the East Macon home, the tilework is a particular point of pride for Then, who grew up in the floor covering industry. In the master shower, Then used a stock marble trim to create a base cap and picture rail and worked with the general contractor and tile installer to carry the marble across the ceiling and through the door jamb. For the second bedroom’s bathroom, Then said the homeowners fell in love with one of her all-time favorite tiles from Garden State Tile, a ceramic tile with a

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feminine, floral motif that blends gray and taupe in a manner reminiscent of hand-drawn sketches. “I wanted to create a focal point with the tile much like a piece of hanging art,” she says. “We paid careful attention to flawlessly integrate the beveled subway tile to the picture rail and create the tub surround.” Because the homeowners planned ahead, they worked with Then to incorporate amenities that would allow them to “age in place” — or, as the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention put it, “live in one’s own home and community safely, independently and comfortably, regardless of age, income or ability level.” Even though the couple remains active, healthy and vital, they

installed an elevator that runs to all four floors, something that may seem convenient now but could become necessary later. With hand-painted hemp mural panels and base and crown molding, the elevator extends beyond the purely utilitarian into a work of art. Furthermore, the en suite shower in the master bath sports a curbless entry for easy wheelchair access, if necessary. Shower doors are wider than standard, and a bench and handheld shower attachment allow the user to sit and bathe without relying on assistance. Even the finishes were well-considered: instead of knobs on the kitchen cabinets, Then employed pulls, which are easier for someone with arthritis to grasp. “No one likes to think about this,

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but it’s something even younger people should consider,” advises Then. It was equally important to the homeowners to use as many as possible pieces from their prior home in their new one, especially those with sentimental value. In addition to the piano and secretary, the parlor’s coffee table was repurposed once it was repaired (after having been broken by their children years before). And several rugs the couple purchased over the years from Savannah staple Culver’s were used throughout the house as well. “It’s important for people to know you don’t have to start fresh. When you buy quality, you can keep it forever,” Then notes. “Find a way to incorporate it, to update it, give it a facelift and keep the sentimental value.” It’s also important to remember, says Then, that no matter how beautiful a house, it’s a home, which makes her business personal. “As a design firm, we like to start at beginning and go all the way to the end to achieve the homeowner’s goal. If we can get in as early as possible, we can help tweak things before construction,” she explains. “The majority of our business is blueprints to drapes on windows, everything from design concept to putting dishes in cabinets. We’re with clients for two plus years, so they become family.” Elevator

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Best Real Estate Agent Celia Dunn, Celia Dunn Sotheby's International Realty

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Carolyn Ezelle (with the Ezelle Strong Team at Celia Dunn Sotheby's International Realty) 9-13-17 W. Charlton St. 912.272.9711 carolynezelle.celiadunnsir.com/eng

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Keller Williams Realty 124 Habersham St. 912.232.8580 329 Commercial Drive, Ste. 100 912.356.5001 110 Pipemakers Circle, Ste. 108 Pooler 912.748.4600 1107 Gandy Dancer Richmond Hill 912.459.5001

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Tollison & Company LLC 811 E. 66th St. 912.856.6222 tollisonandcompany.com

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401 E Hull Street

509 Â˝ Tattnall Street

25 Washington Avenue

Wonderful brick townhome in the heart of the historic district. This home is centrally located and easy walking distance to the shops, eateries and SCAD. This home was built in 2006 and has modern day conveniences. The main living area is open with heart pine hardwood flooring, open kitchen with granite, stainless and nice cabinets. There is an off-street area for parking or to use as outdoor lounging. A wonderful place to live! Price: $545,000

Experience modern comfort while living in Savannahâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Historic District. Completed in 2017, this house has it all an elevator, attached large 2 car garage, hardwood floors throughout, high ceilings, and is filled with natural light from the abundance of windows. Lush side garden allows for relaxation with maximum privacy. The design is clean and uncluttered, using contemporary materials, which compliments furnishings from any era. Every detail was addressed by award winning architect/builder team. Price: $1,450,000

Stately home with European/Tudor Architecture sits proudly on 140 feet frontage, including an attached buildable lot. This lovely 6 bedroom, 4 bath, twostory home built in 1930 can be a single family or duplex... whichever suits your lifestyle. A gracious front porch leads to a two-story foyer entrance, showcasing a lovely staircase. Volume ceilings, original hardwood floors and charming built-ins are just a few of its features. Price: $725,000

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281 Shipyard Road

314 E Charlton Street

4BR/3BA; 3584 sq ft; $749,900 Fantastic views over Shipyard Creek and Vernon River. The sunsets alone are breathtaking. This traditional Low Country home is located on 2.8 acres and has views out of every window. Inground pool and screened porch overlooking the view as well. This estate is perfect for the discerning owner with privacy and lots of potential for gardens or a family compound. Burnside Island is a unique island with single family homes and lots of walking, riding, etc. Golf cart approved island. Owner may apply for membership in the Burnside Island Yacht Club on the Intracoastal Waterway.

Over 3000 square feet of living space on a single floor. The condo features its own private two-story entrance, a split floor plan, multiple sitting areas, a spacious kitchen, four updated baths, two spacious guest bedrooms, dining room, library, and much more. The master suite is breathtaking with its own balcony, grand walk-in closet and dressing room, and en suite. Additional private outdoor space galore: large veranda and rooftop area. Listing Price $975,000

Lyn McCuen

Kristy Valdez

C: 912.224.0927 O: 912.352.1222

C: 912.944.7141 O: 912.233.6000

Jane Beare

C: 912.507.5797 O: 912.352.1222

304 E Hall Street c.1884 Unique Victorian Manor Home near Forsyth Park. Although modified, & divided into 4 units, most of the original details are still present. This property could be a great restoration into a single family home with 2 income units. Price: $1,198,000 www.HallStreetHome.com

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212 W Lower Factors Walk

111 Sussex Retreat

5 Breakfast Court

Enjoy Savannah River views of ships sailing by from your private balcony! Great opportunity to own a luxury condo with history of successful rental income. The 1BD/1BA open floor plan with exposed brick and metal ceilings has sleeping accomodations for 4-5 guests. Large bath with walk-in shower and a jacuzzi perfect for relaxing after walking our beautiful Savannah streets and enchanting squares. Enjoy walking to everything - dining, entertainment and shopping! The unit is sold furnished. Zoning allows short term rental. Price: $555,000

Situated on one of the largest lagoon lots in Savannah Quarters®, this exquisite home exudes superior craftsmanship and modern elegance. The home’s spacious floor plan offers a large formal dining room, great room, family room, & separate study. Gorgeous Cararra marble counter tops can be found in the home’s gourmet kitchen boasting a Jenn-Air gas cook top. Luxurious owner’s retreat includes en-suite bath with quartz counter tops, jetted tub, and walk-in shower. Stunning hardwood floors, designer fixtures, and custom moldings throughout. Price: $799,000

Beautifully appointed with breathtaking lagoon & fairway views of Oakridge #10. Open floor plan, soaring ceilings in this bright spacious 4BR, 4BA patio home. Kitchen with granite counters, stainless appliances. Breakfast area open to den with fireplace. Master suite & two guest rooms on the main floor, 4th bedroom with ensuite & bonus area makes a terrific guest retreat. Easy maintenance landscaping with gated court yard entrance & wonderful patio terrace off the living room. Must see! Price: $599,000

Fran Belloir

Heather Murphy

Eileen Galves

Rollin’ on the River!

O: 912.238.0874 C: 912.663.4444

C: 912.346.4231 O: 912.598.0500

5 Heathmuir Way

1186 Riverpoint Lane

610 Habersham Street

Water views from every room, custombuilt 5BR, 5.5BA home nestled on private lot along the coveted Skidaway Island Eastern Marsh. Every aspect of this home has been meticulously planned. Features include hickory hardwood flooring, unique stone on all counter surfaces and natural light throughout. Master Suite features “tree top views” of marsh with covered porch and beautiful bath. Ground Floor features Bedroom, Full Bath, Bonus Room & 4 Heated/Cooled garages. Elevator services all levels. Price: $1,199,000

Rare find. One of a kind low country custom built home in Belvedere Island Plantation on deep water double lot with dock on South Newport River. Wide covered porches, screen porch with outdoor kitchen and stunning river views. Next to the Wildlife Refuge, Its’s a nature lovers paradise with daily sightings of deer, wild turkeys, and bald eagles. Grand staircase, custom moldings, hardwood floors, gourmet kitchen, elevator and garage space for 4 cars. Gated community with clubhouse, dock/ hoist, pool, tennis, stables and boat/RV storage. Price: $825,000

c. 1890 This authentic Queen Anne Victorian has been meticulously maintained. Offered fully furnished as a short term vacation rental that is professionally managed by Lucky Savannah Vacation Rentals. It has three bedrooms, three full bathrooms, renovated kitchen, wet bar, comfortable porches and a beautiful, small courtyard. There are many original details that make this a great example of one of Savannah’s treasured historic properties. Price: $675,000

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Cliff Murse

Jill Brooks, Ginna Carroll & Pat Ewaldsen

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Spectacular sunsets and sweeping marsh and water views from this exceptional home at Delegal Marina in The Landings on Skidaway Island. 3 BR/3.5 B, very open floorplan with great room, separate DR, piano room, spacious Kitchen with center island and eating area. Master BR and BA downstairs, Media Room on second level, 2 BR’s with Jack & Jill bath upstairs. 10, 15 + 20 ft. ceilings, Brazilian cherry floors, surround sound and so much more. Exquisite moldings and superior, quality like new construction. Price $925,000

Charming Historic Gordonston home across from Juliette Low Park. Foyer leads to formal living room with fireplace opening to a sun-drenched room with tile floor overlooking outdoor entertainment oasis with pergola, brick paver patio and landscaped yard. Formal dining room, spacious kitchen with stainless appliances, hard surface countertops, den/study, guest BR with bath downstairs. Master BR, guest BR and bath upstairs. Original hardwood floors in downstairs living area and upstairs master BR. Price $575,000

C: 912.596.1294 O: 912.355.4171

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