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Dr. Douglas B. Kasow is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon trained in surgery of the spine.

Sleep Matters Getting the most out of your Z's

We spend nearly one-third of our life asleep or trying to get to sleep. That’s a long time. To make sure you’re getting the best quality Z's, the environment has to measure up. Here are some tips to get your slumber spot in tip-top shape.

Skip the softy.

Several studies point to medium-firm mattresses as the best for improving back pain and sleep quality. “I personally use a memory foam pillow for my head and neck as well as a memory foam mattress,” says Piedmont Orthopedics | OrthoAtlanta’s Dr. Douglas B. Kasow, who also suggests avoiding stomach-sleeping that can worsen lower back pain.

Turn down the heat.

Most people sleep better in cooler temperatures and in a room with proper air flow, says Kasow. According to the National Sleep Foundation, the best bedroom temperature for sleep is approximately 65 degrees. So grab a fan and turn down the thermostat.

Best bedding.

The touch and feel of bed linens can have a big impact on snoozing. The fabric and weave of sheets should be to your liking but breathable enough to offer proper ventilation. Sheets should also fit the mattress tightly to avoid wrinkling, but not so tight that they pop off the corners. You may also consider switching out sheets with the season depending on environmental temperature changes. Flannel for winter, anyone?

Dark-night.

“Not having a lot of stimulation, including light, decreases the senses coming in and helps you fall asleep,” Kasow says. The Sleep Foundation suggests putting away electronics, wearing an eye mask and covering up windows. Darkness invites the pineal gland to produce melatonin that promotes sleepiness. Installing dimmers or motion-sensor nightlights can also aid with middle of the night trips to the restroom and avoids a bright overhead light from disrupting your ability to go back to sleep. n

DESIGN & REALTY NEWS

n This summer, the Atlanta Decorative Arts Center added two new showrooms: Paris-founded Pierre Frey and lighting and automation shop Simply Wired PRO. In other recent moves, the Scalamandré showroom, which spent 30 years on ADAC’s fourth floor, recently relocated to the first floor, and HA Modern expanded into the adjacent 2,200-square-foot showroom at the end of 2021.

Congratulations to Harrison Design for being selected as winners in ADAC’s 2022 Southeast Designers and Architect of the Year Awards. The Atlanta firm won in both the Architect and Contract Design categories and was selected from a group of 38 finalists from throughout the Southeast. A full list of finalists and winners is available online. adacatlanta.com

n The School of Fashion at Savannah College of Art and Design is celebrating record scholarship wins. Nineteen students received awards from the 2022 Fashion Scholarship Fund, the most of any university. SCAD Atlanta junior Naecia Dixon was named the 2022 FSF Grand Prize scholarship winner, receiving $25,000. Dixon and three other SCAD Atlanta Fashion students were also selected as recipients of the 2022 Virgil Abloh “Post Modern” FSF Scholarship, receiving $7,500 each. scad.edu

n Atlanta-based Harry Norman, REALTORS recently announced a new partnership with the High Museum of Art. As an Exhibition Series Sponsor, the firm will help bring national and international exhibitions to the museum, including The Obama Portraits that kicked off the sponsorship when it debuted in January. Harry Norman will also help sponsor other community endeavors, such as the High’s Wine Auction. harrynorman.com

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Real Estate Market Insider

Calling Atlanta Home

Ask me where I want to live in the entire world, and I would say that I am already there. Atlanta is a vibrant city rich in art and culture with a booming economy, charming neighborhoods, and a heaping helping of Southern Expert Contributor, hospitality. This, and much more, has earned Atlanta Jenni Bonura President and CEO, a top-ranking spot in The Harry Norman, REALTORS® Lonely Planet’s Top 10 Cities to Visit in 2022, the only American city to make the list.

Businesses have been putting us on the map for some time. Georgia has been recognized as the best state for doing business for 8 consecutive years, and Atlanta has consistently held the #1 or #2 spot for America’s Best Relocation City. It is our winning combination of diversity, climate, and relative affordability that makes Atlanta a top destination to live, work, and play.

Brimming with opportunity, Georgia is gaining global interest, and even Royal interest. Recently, Harry Norman, REALTORS® had the privilege of representing the Atlanta real estate market during the 2022 Belgian Economic Mission to the U.S., an event that brought a delegation of over 300 Belgian Business and Government officials to Atlanta, including HRH Princess Astrid of Belgium.

Belgian Royalty is not the only high-profile attention Georgia is receiving; our growing car manufacturing industry continues to make headlines bringing record jobs to our state. As the thriving film industry sets up shop, claiming Atlanta as the ‘Hollywood of the South’, spotting industry icons dining at world-class restaurants or shopping designer fashion is a common part of the Atlanta experience.

I’m often asked where is the best place to buy a home, and without a doubt, it’s Atlanta. As the leader of a company with a 92-year Atlanta heritage, I know its local love and far-reaching appeal. For those that have yet to experience the wonders of Atlanta, I look forward to welcoming you to your new home.