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Designers’ rooms from last year’s Christmas House prove that high style need not be fussy to be gorgeous
BY
Kate Abney
PHOTOGRAPHY
Erica George Dines

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LIVING ROOM

A living room is, in many ways, the crowning jewel of a home. In this case, the designs of John Nelson and Michael Kirkland make the space shimmer and shine to an unrivaled degree, due in part to the presence of the hand-painted Gracie wallpaper that Nelson is known for—this one in a luminous blue-and-brown scheme. But the luxuries contained in this room don’t stop there. You’re immediately drawn to miniature glass sculptures by internationally acclaimed artist Dale Chihuly and a large-scale mixed-media work by Jimmy O’Neal, each courtesy of Bill Lowe Gallery. A gilt bench and tables, an ornate chandelier with dazzling opalescent crystals, and cushiony velvets in winter colors such as sugar plum and evergreen add even more glitz to the room, while upholstered velvet panels with Greek key details serve as creative window coverings and ground the touches of gold and brown throughout. Invigorating, intricate and inspirational, the living room not only captures the vibrant holiday spirit, but also sets a new standard for the Atlanta holiday style of today.

Michael Kirkland, Halleon Partners, Fort Lauderdale, Florida. (954) 615-0515; halleon.com
John Nelson, J. Nelson Inc., ADAC, Atlanta. (404) 477-2225; jnelsoninc.com