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Elegance at Eighty-Eight
In a high-rise home at The St. Regis Atlanta Hotel and Residences—at 88 West Paces Ferry—the design team from Stan Topol & Associates delivers an air of quiet luxury
Originally published: February 2012
A Warm Welcome
Designer Beth Ervin infuses a Brookhaven home with equal parts comfort and classic style
Originally published: February 2012
Estate of Grace
While The Swan House basks in all the glory, another important local masterpiece awaits a new beginning. Atlanta architects and residential designers reveal their thoughts on...
Originally published: February 2012
Traditional Twist
Interior designer Amy Morris seamlessly mixes classic and modern in a Vinings house where style and relaxation prevail for a busy family of four
Originally published: February 2012
2012 Kitchen of theYear Winners
This year’s best kitchens look open and airy, polished and pretty, and free-flowing. Each of our winners is meticulously tailored to the needs of its owners, with storage and...
Originally published: January 2012
Rooms with a View
Architects Thomas Paul Bates and Jeremy Corkern create an airy pied-À-terre for a downsizing couple
Originally published: January 2012
Picture Perfect
Phoebe Howard’s light and bright approach to decorating serves as the ideal backdrop for a family’s contemporary art collection
Originally published: January 2012
Matthew Quinn’s 25 Top Kitchen Tips
One of the city’s leading style gurus reveals his tried-and-true design recipe for achieving bliss in the kitchen
Originally published: January 2012
Country Chic
Architect D. Stanley Dixon and designer Nancy Warren create a new vision of refined rustic living
Originally published: January 2012
Balanced Beauty
Form meets function in the charming cottage office of interior designer Barbara Westbrook
Originally published: January 2012
Cool Yule
Drawing inspiration from her world travels and eclectic tastes, Ballard Designs’ creative director Jill Sharp Brinson puts an unexpected twist on Christmas in her Peachtree...
Originally published: December 2011
Enchanted
When it comes to the holidays, Designer Benjie Jones applies his everyday decorating approach to his Christmas decorations: keep it artistic but measured, and fun without...
Originally published: December 2011
Striking a Balance
Designer Brian Watford puts a mid-century modern spin on a craftsman-style home
Originally published: November 2011
Lasting Legacy
With their usual unerring eye for detail, Designers Bill Murphy and the late Jim Essary create a luxurious home as timeless as the priceless treasures with which it’s filled
Originally published: November 2011
Country Strong
In a true labor of love, interior designer Jared Paul transforms a dilapidated 1850s farmhouse in Palmetto into a charming, unpretentious retreat
Originally published: November 2011
Design Squad
Atlanta designer Brian Patrick Flynn and two of his design blogger friends take a New York apartment from temp to terrific
Originally published: November 2011
Rustic & Refined
With help from her pals at Bungalow Classic, designer Beth Webb creates a home that melds country charm with city sophistication
Originally published: October 2011
Southern Sanctuary
Designer Jimmy Stanton imbues a country residence with style and soul, creating a retreat that’s equal parts stimulating and restorative
Originally published: October 2011
American-Made
Using handcrafted artisan furnishings, Room & Board’s design team infuses a rustic family retreat with modern flair
Originally published: October 2011
Winning Style
The Georgia Chapter of the American Society of Interior Designers recognizes the state’s best design with its annual Design Excellence Awards. From classic to contemporary,...
Originally published: September 2011
Pastoral Pleasures
A verdant, inside-the-perimeter estate feels miles away from its urban environs
Originally published: September 2011
Decorators’ Showhouse
Global influences, jolts of color and a certain joie de vivre defined this year’s Atlanta Symphony Associates’ Decorators’ Show House & Gardens
Originally published: September 2011
Past Perfect
With antiques as the focal points of rooms at the Cathedral Antiques Show’s inspiration house, Atlanta designers cast a new light on old objects
Originally published: August 2011
Elegance: remastered
Designer Mimi Williams’ favorite things take on a fresh perspective in her new Buckhead home
Originally published: August 2011
Rock Solid
For the 13th year, high in the Blue Ridge Mountains, a select group of Southern tastemakers—including many Atlantans—created the ultimate showplace for the 2010 Cashiers...
Originally published: July 2011
Small World
In her diminutive Manhattan abode, Cartersville native Lindsey Harper proves that even the smallest space can live large
Originally published: July 2011
Rising to the Occasion
In a penthouse at the Aberdeen in Vinings, designer Carole Weaks takes her classic style to new heights
Originally published: July 2011
Coastal Chic
Outfitted head-to-toe by Interior Philosophy, a whimsical beach house dispels classic waterfront clichés
Originally published: July 2011
A Feast For The Eyes
In the middle of Phipps Plaza, Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles cooked up an inspiring kitchen full of delectable design ideas for everyday cooks and gourmands alike
Originally published: July 2011
Kitchen + Bath News
Originally published: July 2011
Bathing Beauties
The freshest products for the bathroom make functionality, elegance and indulgence the most necessary of luxuries
Originally published: July 2011
Enchanting Chamber
A classically inspired designer joins forces with a duo of talented architects to overhaul an awkward and outdated bath into the elegant escape of a bygone era
Originally published: July 2011
Earth Elements
An accomplished bath designer devises an alluring underground retreat for a pair of health-focused and nature-attuned homeowners—even in the closest of quarters
Originally published: July 2011
Morning Dream
With artful brilliance and innovation, an architect and designer create a bath that revolutionizes the daily routine, offering a sense of serenity beyond its owners’ wildest...
Originally published: July 2011
Renovation at Work
As a couple consistently on the leading edge of Atlanta design, Lee and Kevin Kleinhelter make style more than just their business; It’s their life
Originally published: June 2011
A View From the Top
Matthew Quinn and Ric Parrish translate their chic design aesthetic to luxe quarters 22 floors above midtown
Originally published: June 2011
Comfort on the Coast
For clients in Florida, Keith Summerour and Jackye Lanham make a stylish splash on the sun-kissed gulf shores
Originally published: June 2011
On a High Note
For a music lover’s new high-rise residence, a trio of design professionals creates a space that’s as elegant as a well-composed sonata
Originally published: June 2011
Simple Sophistication
When it comes to getting away, Atlanta tastemaker Kay Douglass and her family answer the beck and call of their 1920s lodge-turned-vacation home on Lake Rabun
Originally published: May 2011
Lakeside Leisure
Tempering an all-white palette with natural wood and stone, designer Paige Sumblin Schnell creates a relaxing retreat on the shores of Lake Martin
Originally published: May 2011
City Chic | Country Calm
Designer Jimmy Stanton renders a westside pied-à-terre wondrous, while maintaining a humble escape in the Georgia countryside
Originally published: May 2011
Blue & White
This classic color combination never goes out of style, especially in Atlanta, but today’s blue-and-white is fresher and—dare we say—edgy. Our roundup of more than 100 finds...
Originally published: April 2011
Bathed in Blue
A classically inspired Duluth home captures the spirit and passion of its gracious owner
Originally published: April 2011
Savoir Vivre
One of Atlanta’s landmark high-rise residences is the embodiment of the good life, compliments of designer John Oetgen
Originally published: March 2011
Connecticut Calling
Atlanta’s finest design talents fashion unpretentious luxury for a rambling estate overlooking Long Island Sound
Originally published: March 2011
GAME CHANGER
Something magical happens when you gather the city’s top designers under one roof and give each of them carte blanche to decorate a room. that’s what transpired at our recent...
Originally published: February 2011
Recipes for Success
A bevy of Atlanta design pros reveal five of their latest kitchen creations  
Originally published: January 2011
Neutral Territory
Phoebe Howard’s elegant style helps a Buckhead couple usher in a new era
Originally published: January 2011
Designers Reveal ALL
Local style experts give us the scoop on how Atlantans will be decorating in 2011
Originally published: January 2011
Cook’s Tour
We stopped in at more than a dozen top kitchen showrooms around the metro area to find out what’s new and what’s next for 2011
Originally published: January 2011
Family Jewel
A renovated home in an Atlanta suburb gets a turnkey kitchen that suits its grand proportions as much as its refined sense of style
Originally published: January 2011
Belgian Belle
Inspired by a showhouse, a homeowner calls on the same team of designers to transform her kitchen into a calming retreat
Originally published: January 2011
History in the Making
Two designers create a kitchen that honors a Midtown bungalow’s many storied years—and preserve it for the next 100
Originally published: January 2011
Tailored to Perfection
A young family’s dream kitchen is bestowed with expertly integrated cabinets and extraordinary custom touches
Originally published: January 2011
New Traditions
Looking forward—with a nod to the past—Alison Womack Jowers redefines classic style for today
Originally published: December 2010
100 Superlative Spaces
Originally published: December 2010
Boho Luxe
In a historic building rich with patina and charm, a stylist creates a personal loft space that melds the urban alllure of the Lower East Side with the vestiges of European...
Originally published: November 2010
Interior Instincts
An art-enthused tastemaker gets back to her roots and builds the perfect Buckhead home
Originally published: November 2010
Modern Comfort
In buckhead’s sleek Sovereign high-rise, designer Barbara Westbrook takes the concept of casual chic to new heights with an intriguing blend of textures and styles
Originally published: November 2010
Homes of the Year
The winners of our Homes of the Year competition inspire and impress with refined, yet definitive statements of superb style
Originally published: November 2010
A Masterful Mix
Designer Gretchen Edwards and Harrison Design Associates turn conventional style up a notch in a home set against the beautiful backdrop of Lake Oconee ­­­
Originally published: October 2010
New Meets Old
In a new home for a couple and their teenage sons, a dream team of local design pros puts a fresh twist on classic style
Originally published: October 2010
Stylish Simplicity
Designer Amy Morris and architect Bradley Heppner team up to create a modern-inflected home that still pays homage to the architecture of its traditional surroundings
Originally published: October 2010
Ready, Set, Decorate!
Ever wonder how a show house room comes together, and what ideas and tips you can incorporate into your own home? Decorator Stan Topol, designer of this year’s living room (...
Originally published: September 2010
25 Years of Spitzmille­r & Norris
With a level of trust between partners commensurate with marriage, Atlanta-based residential designers Frederick Spitzmiller and Robert Norris are shaping the future of our...
Originally published: August 2010
Perfect Pitch
Architect D. Stanley Dixon and designer Betty Burgess team up to create a winning design for Atlanta Brave Derek Lowe
Originally published: August 2010
Pioneering Perspectives
This year’s Design Excellence Awards, bestowed by the American Society of Interior Designers Georgia Chapter, represent Atlanta design at its best
Originally published: August 2010
Kitchen and Bath News
Originally published: July 2010
Going Green
The 2009 Cashiers Designer Showhouse provided an abundance of stylish and eco-friendly decorating ideas
Originally published: July 2010
Personal Space
A cheery, relaxed aesthetic prevails in an airy Alys Beach retreat by Atlanta designer Kay Douglass
Originally published: July 2010
Luxury Living Show Dream Kitchen 2010
We didn’t call it a dream kitchen for nothing. After all, it was constructed in the heart of Phipps Plaza—in just two nights!— while most of Atlanta was sleeping
Originally published: July 2010
Showered with Style
Standouts from the 2010 Kitchen & Bath Industry Show in Chicago reveal the latest lineup of must-haves
Originally published: July 2010
An Inventive Approach
A downsizing couple was granted a contemporary and artful bath that’s equal parts dreamy, functional and imaginative
Originally published: July 2010
The Ultimate Luxury
For their newly built home on the edge of a North Atlanta country club, homeowners Ed and Cathy Johnson called upon the deft design instincts of The Mercantile’s Barbara...
Originally published: July 2010
Mexico Modern
For the design and decoration of a Brookhaven couple’s vacation home along the Sea of Cortez, designer Barbara Howard eschews traditional south-of-the-border style, opting...
Originally published: June 2010
Island Bliss
Designer Walter Mazzanti creates a contemporary Key West getaway that doubles as an Atlanta couple’s romantic retreat and entertaining paradise 
Originally published: June 2010
Designing Duos
Pursuing careers that run the gamut from shop owners to interior designers, these eight pairs of mothers and daughters—having chosen to work together—give a new spin to the...
Originally published: May 2010
Work of Genius
Four-time Shutze Award-winning architect D. Stanley Dixon calls upon his wealth of knowledge, experience and passion in his firm’s well-curated Buckhead design lab
Originally published: May 2010
Bright Star
Interior designer Suzanne Kasler’s light-filled atelier meets the modern-day organizational needs of any busy firm but with the softness and comfort for which her residential...
Originally published: May 2010
Personal Treasure
In a community all but forgotten by the hustle and bustle of modern-day Atlanta, Barbara Westbrook counts her personal home as the perfect reprieve.
Originally published: May 2010
Lucky Number 7
In her latest installment, Marcia channels numerology
Originally published: April 2010
Grace in Motion
The 44th annual Atlanta Steeplechase brings its equine splendor to the banks of the scenic Etowah River
Originally published: April 2010
A Soft Touch
Designer Tammy Connor’s quiet approach to design brings a Buckhead residence to life
Originally published: April 2010
Keith Robinson
Well-attuned to details, this events planner and bon vivant is the epitome of creativity
Originally published: April 2010
Lakeside Lush
Answer the call to comfort by filling your second home with the soft colors, textures and decorative touches reminiscent of this relaxed way of life
Originally published: March 2010
Tea for Two
Marcia takes a tasty trip down memory lane
Originally published: March 2010
Atlanta Style Now
This winter, we took an already amazing home—a gorgeous William T. Baker-designed estate on tony West Wesley Road in Buckhead—enlisted the help of 23 of Atlanta’s top...
Originally published: March 2010
Amy Morris
In the first installment of our new series on local tastemakers, we catch up with a designer known for creating interiors that are beautiful, comfortable and well-edited
Originally published: March 2010
New Avenues
Sovereign’s skyline views offer a fresh perspective for Pieces owner Lee Kleinhelter and her growing family
Originally published: January 2010
High Style
Designer Bob Brown translates a fashion-forward color scheme to a new Buckhead condominium
Originally published: January 2010
Classic Remix
Designer Barbara Howard guides a young couple to embrace a fresh take on traditional style
Originally published: January 2010
Kitchen & Bath News
Originally published: January 2010
2010 Kitchen of the Year Contest
Whether your style is traditional, modern or somewhere in between, this year’s kitchen winners prove that, above all, a pared-down approach prevails
Originally published: January 2010
Perfect Presents
Local galleries offer some of the finest holiday finds of the season
Originally published: December 2009
The Luxury of Comfort
A family home combines classic Tudor charms with stylish updates and personal touches
Originally published: December 2009
The Luxury of Color
At The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Atlanta, Buckhead, designer Bob Brown imparts elegance with a rich palette
Originally published: December 2009
The Luxury of Inspiration
A roundup of our favorite rooms from the past year
Originally published: December 2009
Scrumptious Season
Four Atlanta chefs tell us what they're cooking with this November
Originally published: November 2009
A Little Slice of Heaven
Amid the tree canopy of Buckhead, and with sweeping views of downtown, a new residence by designer John Oetgen offers an ethereal vision of tranquility
Originally published: November 2009
Holiday Bliss
Decorator Phoebe Howard shares her top 10 tips for gracious holiday style
Originally published: November 2009
Holiday Redux
At last year’s Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles Christmas House, four local interior designers put a fresh spin on holiday decor ­
Originally published: November 2009
Best of Both Worlds
Despite the distance, city and country dwellers Linda Beth and Ed Loughlin prove that life in two locales is completely within reach
Originally published: October 2009
Fresh Appeal
A designer’s signature style transforms an aging Buckhead residence into a charming family home with modern French flair
Originally published: October 2009
Designing Duo
Classic California design inspires the style of a grand Buckhead manor
Originally published: October 2009
Designing Women
Originally published: October 2009
Decorate & RENOVATE!
Ten local interior design pros offer up savvy solutions for decorating and remodeling projects, both big and small
Originally published: October 2009
A Night for the Ages
A stately soirée under the stars invokes the style and dignity of an era of intrigue
Originally published: September 2009
2009 Decorators' Show House & Gardens
Originally published: September 2009
A to Z: Guide to Style, page 4
Originally published: September 2009
A to Z: Guide to Style, page 3
Originally published: September 2009
A to Z: Guide to Style, page 2
Originally published: September 2009
The View from Here
Towerhouse, architect Keith Summerour’s personal Meriwether county retreat, at once transcends styles and defies convention
Originally published: August 2009
Chic & SMART
Editorial Director Clinton Smith talks to designer Joy McLean about the luxury of savvy spending on the home
Originally published: August 2009
House to HIGH-RISE
Atlanta designer Carole Weaks walks us through her latest project at The Aberdeen and offers insight into how her clients are making the move without buying everything anew
Originally published: August 2009
Natural Beauty
It’s hard to compete with the romantic country vistas at Persimmon Creek Vineyards, but the recent addition of three charming cottages on the property have upped the ante
Originally published: July 2009
Ready, Set, Renovate
The newest products from this year’s Kitchen/Bath Industry Show will have you ready to remodel
Originally published: July 2009
Splish Splash!
Whether it’s a powder room or a master sanctuary, a beautiful bath is all about the details. So after sifting through more than 50 submissions from our 2009 Bath Contest—and...
Originally published: July 2009
Baths!
Our 20th annual winners reflect two decades of luxe local design
Originally published: July 2009
Shore Thing
An Atlanta couple works with designer Liz Williams to create a peaceful Amelia Island retreat
Originally published: July 2009
Ideal Escape
Two Atlantans design their dream vacation home along the crystal waters of Florida’s gulf coast
Originally published: July 2009
Designing Dozen
In Buckhead, there’s one last chance to see the work of 12 leading local designers before it disappears forever
Originally published: June 2009
Modern Magic
Inside an unassuming 1970’s contemporary house in Buckhead, John Oetgen and John Lineweaver make themselves at home among a superlative collection of 20th-century decorative...
Originally published: June 2009
Having it All
Thanks to designer Sara Steinfeld and a talented duo of architects, an Ansley Park home gets a contemporary conversion while staying true to its traditional roots
Originally published: June 2009
Cleverly Conceived
A visionary shop owner transforms her Tudor-style home into a chic and winsome dwelling, awash in white plaster walls and one-of-a-kind treasures
Originally published: May 2009
Pretty Glam
With a nod to legendary decorator Dorothy Draper, designer Margaret Bosbyshell creates a bold and brilliant scheme that’s perfectly on-point
Originally published: May 2009
Elizabeth Stockton
The sense of joy that this Atlanta artist finds in her work translates beautifully to her peaceful paintings
Originally published: May 2009
Simplicity
Originally published: April 2009
Comfort
Originally published: April 2009
Serenity
Originally published: April 2009
The New Luxury
AH&L editors and local tastemakers reveal the secrets of the good life through serenity, comfort and simplicity
Originally published: April 2009
White Now
A Virginia-Highland couple ushers in a new chapter of their lives with a delicate blend of soothing colors
Originally published: April 2009
Purity of Purpose
A charming country cottage, owned by well-known Atlanta artist Andrew Crawford and his wife, fulfills their shared vision for fuss-free city living under a cover of pure...
Originally published: April 2009
Cabin Chic
Not willing to settle for the typical mountain home, Mimi Williams creates a restful retreat that reflects her one-of-a-kind global style
Originally published: April 2009
Plaza Towers
Designers and other creative types find a home—and inspiration—in this modern Buckhead condo complex, celebrating 40 years on Peachtree Road
Originally published: April 2009
Stylish Sanctuary
A dream team of design professionals creates a pool house that is a soothing oasis of style
Originally published: March 2009
Self-Portrait
A home in Buckhead is more than walls, furniture and fabrics; it’s a reflection of the woman who built it
Originally published: March 2009
Fresh Take
Modern accents and global elements transform a classic Buckhead garden
Originally published: March 2009
Creating a Blissful Bath
Four designer bathrooms—both large and small—show us how to infuse maximum style into these utilitarian spaces
Originally published: February 2009
Creating a Beautiful Bedroom
Six inspiring takes on the bedroom—from the 2008 Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles Christmas House—are as comfortable and stylish as they are decoratively diverse
Originally published: February 2009
Creating a Lovely Living Space
Some top Atlanta designers demonstrate their knacks for gracious design in these 2008 Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles Christmas House rooms
Originally published: February 2009
The 2008 Christmas House Preview Party
Featuring 26 of the city's best and brightest designers
Originally published: January 2009
Timely Turnaround
Armed with a bevy of antique finds, Phoebe Howard gives a young family the home of their dreams—in a flash of decorating dexterity
Originally published: January 2009
Modern Glam
Design Galleria’s impeccable attention to detail gives this classic kitchen up-to-the-minute appeal
Originally published: January 2009
All About Vision
The new Insidesign showroom is drawing droves of architects, builders, designers and homeowners who demand the best in custom crafted quality
Originally published: January 2009
Kitchens!
Our judges pick the city’s best designs: AH&L’s 20th annual Kitchen of the Year winners
Originally published: January 2009
In the Now: A Touch of Gold
Originally published: December 2008
A Decorated Life
Ribbon purveyor Nicholas Kniel parlays the splendorous stock of adornments at his Sandy Springs boutique into a published look at this often under-regarded decorative art
Originally published: December 2008
All Dressed in White
A light palette mingles with dark woods, varied textures and cool metallics to create a harmonious look that’s always in fashion
Originally published: December 2008
Rustic & Refined
Call it bucolic, pastoral, even unabashedly rural. Serenbe is all that and more. At the same time, though, it is chic and urbane, which is why Keith Robinson of Gloriosa...
Originally published: December 2008
Cozy & Classic
After 30 years in their Brookhaven home, an Atlanta couple downsizes without sacrificing style
Originally published: December 2008
A Wintry Mixer
A close-knit group of friends puts a new spin on traditional holiday get-togethers. The celebratory mood is the same, but the setting and food are anything but
Originally published: December 2008
Seasonal Chic
With an extraordinary eye for detail, designer Beth Webb creates a scrumptiously stylish holiday scheme at her Buckhead home
Originally published: December 2008
Tribute to Bill Harrison
Originally published: November 2008
Bon Appetit, Y'all
Virginia Willis talks holiday recipes with a side of memories
Originally published: November 2008
Table Matters
Renowned designer Dan Carithers shares his table-setting secrets, just in time for the holidays
Originally published: November 2008
New Traditions
After the catastrophic loss of their home outside of Savannah, a couple returns to Atlanta for a fresh beginning
Originally published: November 2008
La Vita Bella
AH&L takes a trip to Dahlonega to meet Montaluce’s passionate new vineyard manager and reports back on all of the beauty to behold
Originally published: November 2008
Easy Elegance
Designers’ rooms from last year’s Christmas House prove that high style need not be fussy to be gorgeous
Originally published: November 2008
Share Our Strength’s Taste of the Nation
Originally published: July 2008
The 2008 Atlanta Steeplechase
Originally published: July 2008
The 2008 High Museum Wine Auction
Originally published: July 2008
20 Under 40 Reception
Originally published: July 2008
Above & Beyond
Filled with verve and vigor, designer Keith Arnold’s high-rise condo sets the standard for a new generation of stylemakers
Originally published: October 2008
Great Heights
High-flying but gracious, the Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles designer model at Sovereign, by Westbrook Interiors, reverberates with the same stylish frequency as the new...
Originally published: October 2008
The Art of Expansion
The new Bill Lowe Gallery—formerly The Lowe Gallery—is a vivid, intricate architectural masterpiece of visual works. Here, the gallery owner lets us in on his vision
Originally published: October 2008
Bold & Beautiful
At her Buckhead office, designer Tish Mills proves that ‘easy’ and ‘elegant’ entertaining are not mutually exclusive
Originally published: October 2008
A Finger on the Pulse
Whether you’re a trendsetter or a trend bucker, it never hurts to be in the know
Originally published: October 2008
Suite Addition
The need for more closet space was all the excuse these homeowners needed to create a glamorous new master bedroom
Originally published: October 2008
Analyze This
Featured pros from the 2008 Decorators’ Show House & Gardens talk about their spaces and what made them tick
Originally published: September 2008
Riding High
Mix one part genteel South with a splash of French elegance, and you get an affair that only Hermès could imagine, at the 2008 Atlanta Steeplechase
Originally published: September 2008
Fresh Approach
With elegant touches and a restrained palette, designer Suzanne Kasler honors a Buckhead home’s short, but illustrious, history
Originally published: September 2008
William H. Harrison
The Atlanta-based, internationally renowned architect is, by all accounts, a local treasure. He recently sat down with AH&L to discuss his accomplishments to date,...
Originally published: September 2008
Inspired Elegance
With one of her recently completed projects as our guide, designer Patricia McLean shares the secrets of timeless decorating with a personal touch
Originally published: August 2008
The Mansion
AH&L gets an exclusive look inside the Mansion on Peachtree Hotel & Residence
Originally published: August 2008
Summer in the City
In a celebration at her elegantly appointed Buckhead high-rise, Phoebe Howard proves that the beauty of entertaining is in the details
Originally published: August 2008
Fresh & French
With rich finishes and a dash of Old World elegance, designer June Chamberlain transforms a new home into a timeless living space
Originally published: August 2008
What's New, What's Next
With a keen eye on design—and a little help from this year's Kitchen/Bath Industry Show (K/BIS)—AH&L picks the best of the newest in bath and kitchen conveniences and...
Originally published: July 2008
Local Ingredients
An Atlanta chef, farmer, sommelier and peddler ponder the meaning of 'terroir'
Originally published: July 2008
Pretty Classic
Garden designer Alex Smith transforms an aging Buckhead garden into a timeless living space
Originally published: July 2008
Mountain Heir
For the design of his North Carolina mountain house, Atlantan Frank Thomas draws inspiration from his friends and long-time mentors
Originally published: July 2008
Summer Simplicity
A year in the making, the Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles 2008 Designer Showhouse captures the quiet grandeur of Flemish style—in a Southern setting—on the shores of Lake...
Originally published: July 2008
Bath Bliss
Our 2008 Bath of the Year winners
Originally published: July 2008
The Next Chapter
Decorating with a light touch, a young couple takes a fresh approach to classic design in their new home
Originally published: June 2008
Equestrian Style — with a Kick
Shereen Fuqua shares her secrets for incorporating fresh, contemporary equestrian flair and horsey accessories into her already stylish Robert Brown-designed interiors
Originally published: June 2008
A Paper Affair
A local conservator gives us a peek into her finely drawn world
Originally published: June 2008
Simply Charming
With the renovation behind her, a Buckhead homeowner falls in love with her house all over again
Originally published: June 2008
Small Spaces: Second-home Treasures
Designer Alice Cramer creates a turnkey interior for a downsizing couple by giving their favorite pieces a new look
Originally published: May 2008
Fire & Flavor
Grilling plank innovator Gena Knox pens a new cookbook that banishes complexity from healthy cooking
Originally published: May 2008
Classic Photo Op
Designer Rita Carson Guest transforms a Colony Square penthouse into a stylish and well-edited backdrop for Ben and Ann Johnson’s collection of classic modern art
Originally published: May 2008
The Glamour of Hollywood Regency
Marcia says: “Be a drama queen!”
Originally published: May 2008
Urban Oasis
With a splash of imagination, a Buckhead back yard gets a makeover worthy of a mountainside retreat
Originally published: April 2008
Beauty on the Beach
Interior designer Carter Kay fashions a sand-and-sea color scheme for a South Carolina beachside retreat
Originally published: April 2008
Small Spaces: Close to Home
Family antiques and rustic details make a small but gracious guesthouse in Sandy Springs feel like home
Originally published: April 2008
Natural Attraction
Welcome spring with a kitchen garden
Originally published: April 2008
Sea Island Sophistication
Using the marsh as his muse, interior designer Billy Roberts appoints a beach retreat that is every bit as comfortable as it is luxurious
Originally published: April 2008
Small Spaces: Fire and Ice
In a Buckhead townhouse, designer Tish Mills creates a quiet retreat for a spirited homeowner
Originally published: March 2008
Greek Odyssey
Kyma chef Pano I. Karatassos recaptures his flavorful journey to the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen and gives AH&L an exclusive tasting demonstration
Originally published: March 2008
The Tulip Turns 50
Saarinen’s iconic furniture blooms at Museum of Design Atlanta
Originally published: March 2008
Tuscan Treasure
Step inside our Spring Show House at Montaluce Winery & Estates
Originally published: March 2008
The New Talents
The 20 young movers and shakers under the age of 40 who are making their mark on Atlanta
Originally published: March 2008
Urban Warrior
At Glenwood Park, Charles Brewer puts his best green foot forward
Originally published: February 2008
From Grassroots Effort to Marketplace Player
Southface is the Southeast’s foremost advocate for environmental and educational change
Originally published: February 2008
LEEDing the Way
Former TVS architects and current sustainable consultants Carlie Bullock-Jones and Holley Henderson are changing the face of commercial interiors with their eco-responsible...
Originally published: February 2008
For the Love of the Land
Community mastermind Steve Nygren sets the bar for alternative development in south Atlanta
Originally published: February 2008
2008 Kitchen of the Year Winners
Customization is spilling into every aspect of our lives, so it’s no surprise that it was a major trend in the entries for this year’s Kitchen of the Year contest. Our expert...
Originally published: January 2008
Citrus Solace
Cure the winter blues with a shot of tangy fruit.
Originally published: January 2008
The ‘Un-White’ House
Designer Sara Steinfeld and architect Staffan Svenson create a contemporary masterpiece in garden hills where a traditional bungalow once stood.
Originally published: January 2008
Get Cozy
Highlights from Conway Manor, the 2006 Alliance Children’s Theatre Guild Christmas House.
Originally published: December 2007
American Impressionism
Turn-of-the century American masters and local artists keep this longtime art lover’s collection fresh.
Originally published: December 2007
The Beautiful Table
The ritual of dressing the table comes alive thanks to Southern Food stylist Angie Mosier and Entertaining guru Rebecca Lang.
Originally published: December 2007
Art in Bloom
Chihuly glass and Otterness bronzes turn a Sandy Springs garden into a whimsical retreat.
Originally published: December 2007
3rd Annual 20 Under 40
Atlanta’s Next Generation of Talent. Accepting Nominations until November 12.
Originally published: November 2007
The Paint Doctor Is In
You think slapping on a coat of paint is simple, right? Just brush it on, and you're good to go? Not so, says Archie Deese, also known as Atlanta's Paint Doctor. "There's a...
Originally published: October 2007
Organic Thanksgiving
For the family’s first holiday in their eco-friendly home, the Seydels introduce a cornucopia of green traditions into their Thanksgiving celebration.
Originally published: November 2007
Mark Cottle
The Georgia Tech architecture professor wears many creative hats.
Originally published: November 2007
Grand Tradition
Combining fine antiques with Southern hospitality, Jim Essary creates a traditional home that is just as welcoming as it is winsome.
Originally published: November 2007
A "royal" visits Beverly Hall, Too
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"Destination Dish" of the Month
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Retromodern is moving
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Art Feeds the Soul
Jason Fulford’s paper placemats put photography under the noses of restaurant-goers during the Atlanta Celebrates Photography festival.
Originally published: October 2007
How to Cook a Steak
Useful tips from John Cahill of Restaurant Joel
Originally published: October 2007
Having It All
A Virginia-Highland home gets a makeover, fitting into the traditional neighborhood while accommodating the owners’ modern lifestyle.
Originally published: October 2007
Plantation Panache
Style and luxury abound on Lake Oconee at the hands of Suzanne Kasler and William T. Baker.
Originally published: October 2007
Soul Food
Reincarnated as a neighborhood bistro, restaurant JOËL proves every bite is worthy of a special occasion.
Originally published: October 2007
Nancy Floyd
The photographer takes a radical approach to personal subjects
Originally published: October 2007
Country Fantasy, City Style
Interior designer Stan Topol builds on a dream at The Hil, Serenbe’s newest restaurant.
Originally published: October 2007
Community Day at the Fernbank Museum
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Got a Brand New Bag
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Cashier's Designer Showcase
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Atlanta Arts Festival
200 of the country’s best painters, photographers, sculptors, leather and metal craftsmen, glassblowers, jewelry designers, woodturners and ceramicists will gather in Atlanta...
Originally published: September 2007
Natural Selections
Going au natural has never been more beautiful. From the beauty and elegance of Asia to bio-based upholstery these items will add nature's comforts to your home.
Originally published: September 2007
In Season
Hazel Mosier leads the way down the narrow steps to the basement of her East Tennessee home. It is early autumn, 1999; the year the world might end.
Originally published: September 2007
2008 Kitchen of the Year contest
Think you have the best looking kitchen on the block? Download our contest rules and entry form to find out! The winners will be published in the January 2008 issue of...
Originally published: September 2007
Graphically Speaking
Designer Courtney Giles’ classic townhouse pops with graphic elements and splashes of color.
Originally published: September 2007
The 2007 Alliance Children’s Theatre Christmas House
The Alliance Children's Theatre has announced the designers participating in the 33rd Annual Christmas House, called La Maison Enchantee, located at 895 West Paces Ferry.
Originally published: September 2007
NBAF & Embrace Kick off Tomorrow
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RE: Only 53 Shopping Days til Christmas 2
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A Chance to Cook with Chef Robert
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52 at 52; 12 for 12
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Re-Discover Ray's
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Kitchen & Bath Award Winners
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Eat, Drink & Be Merry!
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AH&L Event
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12th & Midtown Project
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Summer Show House
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Great new restaurant in Vinings
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Pieces sale through Saturday
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Class Act
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Deja Vu
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Two days and counting...
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What are you doing this weekend?
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Places to Go, People to See
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Is this heaven?
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Sotheby's partners with Jenny Pruitt
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Annie Leibovitz: A Photographer's Life
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Elegance in the 212
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Mark Schaffer at Deadwyler on Thursday
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What we've known all along...
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Table of Mirrors
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Prereq for the Wine Auction
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Jamie Drake in Atlanta
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Spring has Sprung
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Todd Oldham's flower power
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Ready, Set, Spring!
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The plan for Peachtree
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Letterpress Studio—from your computer
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Spring Break
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In Store
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Take Your Pick Wednesday
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Midweek Round-up
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What's new?
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Dickinson-inspired tables
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"Green" Design Winner of the Week
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How Crafty!
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Saturday Warehouse Sale!
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Avenue vs. 'Avenues'
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Add Some Zest to Your Nest!
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Spring Botanicals
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Adventures in Decorating, Part I
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Cupcake Lovers, Unite!
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Green Savings
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C'est Magnifique!
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Excuse Me... But I Was Next
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En Pointe
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Love is in the air...
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Now Open: bsgmodern
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Running with Scissors author at SCAD
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Kolo Collection's Expansion
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Sale Scoop!
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This Week's Must-Have
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1st annual North Fulton Restaurant Week
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1stdibs.com
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Do you need an interior designer?
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History Center News
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Winter Daze
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Georgia's Emerging Artists
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at the junction
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Tara Guerard at Pieces tonight!
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Gold Rush
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Looking for something to do?
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Martha may I?
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Nuovo in Atlanta!
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Yum!
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Movin' and Shakin'
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Warm up to the arts
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mark your calendars...
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Field Trip
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That's a wrap
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Holiday Cheer
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Modern Design Festival
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Perfect night for an ArtStroll
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Let's go!
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Food for Thought
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WestSide Story
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From our Family to Yours...
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We're Baaaack...
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Hue Helper
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We love a sale...
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Virginia-Highland Tour of Homes
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Next up at the Fernbank
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Holi-daze
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Gallery Opening Tonight
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For the love of chocolate
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Check this out
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It's Easy Being Cheesey
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Friday morning news
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We're Back
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Spring, Summer, Winter, Fall
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100 Years of Architecture in Atlanta
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Tricia Guild at ADAC
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Week in Review
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In Good Taste
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Birds of a feather...
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Tuesday afternoon round-up
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Art on the Scene
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Little Things Mean a Lot
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Thanksgiving is almost here!
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Turkey Time
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Quiet Time on the Blog
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RE: Only 53 Shopping Days til Christmas
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Holly Jolly Holiday Cards
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Babs at ADAC
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Calling all Friends of Wine
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Fifth Avenue, Online
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At Home With Roehm
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Artist's Talk Tonight
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Party with a Purpose
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Entertaining?
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210 Worth Drive
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Georgia's Newest Classicist
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Atlanta's gallery scene this week
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Only 53 Shopping Days til Christmas
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RE: What about Rome?
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Antiques Show
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Your Inner Scholar
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Friday morning revelation
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Carolina on my mind
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To Market!
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The SCAD effect
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Viva la France
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Re: Dinner to Remember
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Weekend Hot List
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Miscellaneous
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What about Rome?
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Lofty Living
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RE: Lofty Living
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Get Organized
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Mirror, Mirror
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Lighten Up
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Dinner to Remember
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Re: View Finder
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Louvre Atlanta
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What is the Beltline?
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Re: Louvre Atlanta
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Jada Loveless
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October!
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At Last
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Catalog Chic
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More Green Design
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ATL:Modern
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North Georgia
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More shopping!
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Re: More Green Design
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View Finder
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Rathbun Steaks his Claim on Inman Park
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Stylish Wares
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Welcome, IDAC!
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Movin' and Groovin'
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Katherine Taylor
During our visit, I see that Katherine Taylor is all about direct address and taking action as she strides, while talking, across her entryway into the expansive space of her...
Originally published: September 2007
First Home Launch Party
The launch part for First Home, the newest magazine by AH&L, and the opening of Novare Group's newest luxury high-rise in Midtown, Viewpoint
Originally published: August 2007
The Atlanta Steeplechase
Originally published: August 2007
2006 Bath of the Year: Small Wonder
This Grant Park bath proves that big ideas do come in small packages. The challenge at hand in this Grant Park bathroom was sizeable—because the space was not.
Originally published: July 2006
2006 Bath of the Year: Master of Distinction
A sophisticated yet functional bath becomes as polished as the master suite. There’s no reason a bathroom can’t have the same level of sophistication as the rest of the house...
Originally published: July 2006
2006 Bath of the Year Winner: Grand Gesture
A modern bath is balanced by touches of 20th-century grandeur. One of our 2006 Bath of the Year award winners.
Originally published: July 2006
2006 Bath of the Year Winners
The bathroom has evolved into some homeowners' most favored oasis. Read our experts' Top Ten Tips and learn about our 2006 Bath of the Year winners.
Originally published: July 2006
Connoisseur's Choice - Todd Rushing
Concentrics Restaurants – Managing Partner/Director of Operations
Originally published: August 2007
Connoisseur's Choice - Sia Moshk
Mitra and Sia’s – Owner
Originally published: August 2007
Connoisseur's Choice - Ryan Mullins
Murphy’s - Sommelier
Originally published: August 2007
Connoisseur's Choice - John Metz
Aqua Blue – Co-Founder/Executive Chef
Originally published: August 2007
Connoisseur's Choice - Doug Strickland
Eno Wine Director/Owner Doug Strickland explains how the wine lists at ENO and Barrelman Wine and Cheese Shop focus on European-Mediterranean varietals, both old world and...
Originally published: August 2007
Connoisseur's Choice - Vajra Stratigos
While the wine offering at each of The Fifth Group restaurants is concept-tailored, it is approachability that remains the common denominator among them.
Originally published: August 2007
Connoisseur's Choice - Matt Bradford
Canoe's Wine Director Matt Bradford explains how the restaurant's wine list strives to exemplify the current trends in the United States while maintaining a representation of...
Originally published: August 2007
Chef Secrets - Tutto E Delizioso at VENI VIDI VICI
Chef Jamie Adams recently introduced a daily cheese selection of fresh, interesting Italian cheeses accompanied by homemade fig purée and seasonal accompaniments.
Originally published: August 2007
Chef Secrets - Two Urban Licks
Unlike anything Atlanta (or just about anywhere) has ever seen, this colossal shrine to food, wine and good times was positioned to be number one with just the opening of the...
Originally published: August 2007
Chef Secrets - Taurus
At Midtown's newest neighborhood dining arena, Taurus, Mennie gives crowds exactly what they have come to expect from him, mouth-watering food in an exciting environment.
Originally published: August 2007
Chef Secrets - One
Chef Tom brings sophisticated experience blended with his casually hip style to ONE. midtown kitchen, a premier Atlanta restaurant.
Originally published: August 2007
Chef Secrets - Jeremy Lieb
Executive Chef Jeremy Lieb came to Atlanta to open a one-of-a-kind restaurant and gave the city a modern version of French cooking.
Originally published: August 2007
Chef Secrets - Staying Power
Tucked in a quiet corner off Peachtree Street in Buckhead, Chef/Owner Karen Hilliard creates Atlanta's truest Southwestern fare with a gracious seasoning of the South.
Originally published: August 2007
Chef Secrets - Fab
Affectionately known as "FAB," the restaurant is just that, thanks to Chef Kaighn Raymond, a highly respected culinary force
Originally published: August 2007
Sweet Vidalia
Linton Hopkins, the highly lauded chef of Restaurant Eugene, talks of his passion for one of Georgia's prized produce, the Vidalia onion. Get a recipe for Succotash Stuffed...
Originally published: June 2006
Edible Thistles
Savor the season with these artichoke dishes by Chef Jamie Adams of Atlanta's Veni Vedi Vici. Artichokes appear multiple times on the menu of Veni Vidi Vici. "I love to cook...
Originally published: March 2006
Citrus Delight
This is the season when citrus fruit is at its best. Most other fruits won't be in season for months, but this type is flourishing. Get a recipe for Key Lime Pie.
Originally published: February 2006
Blossoms to Bite
Chef Micah Willix of the new Fifth Group restaurant Ecco transforms squash blossoms into a delicious dish. Get a recipe for Fried Squash Blossoms with Anchovy Vinegar.
Originally published: July 2006
East Meets South
Learn how exotic flavors fuse effortlessly with downhome Southern staples at the Bhojanic Indian restaurant near Emory University, plus try some great okra recipes.
Originally published: August 2007
Bold Strokes
With color and antiques, interior designer Liz Williams jazzes up an Ansley Park gem by combining dark, contemporary pieces with feminine flair.
Originally published: August 2007
Defining Details
In this online exclusive, find out why in style, as in life, it's the little things that count.
Originally published: August 2007
Ben Roosevelt
What's happening on the Atlanta museum and gallery scene including an inside look at Atlanta newcomer Ben Roosevelt.
Originally published: August 2007
What's Hot!
Originally published: August 2007
Great Ideas for Painted Flooring
The trend in paint for the past few years has been to use color on your ceilings. It is not a new concept but rather one that has reemerged as a way to add another, albeit...
Originally published: December 2005
Architect Jeff Jones' Dramatic Remodel
Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles takes you behind the scenes at the photo shoot for a remodeling project with architect Jeff Jones. Take a look inside this home.
Originally published: October 2006
Modern Classic, Before and After
Robert Idol, the vice president of corporate design for Lane Home Furnishings, reflects on the changes he recently implemented in his Ansley Park cottage.
Originally published: May 2007
Fashion Forward
Peoples Boutique owner Susan Singletary designs her home by following her stylish instincts. At the core, what motivates and inspires Singletary is the search for quality.
Originally published: July 2007
Script Change
"We had worked very hard in Hollywood and earned a good living writing soap opera. For 27 years, we wrote 100 pages per day. But, at last, it was time to get off the...
Originally published: December 2006
Architect Yong Pak's Atlanta home renovation
Realtor Glennis Beacham kept a photographic record of the progress of the construction of Beacham's new Buckhead home. Watch our slide show of this spectacular home.
Originally published: February 2007
Farmhouse Fresh
After years of searching for the perfect lake home, the Striblings settled on this three-bedroom oasis on Lake Burton. With the help of designer Craig Kettles, it is now the...
Originally published: July 2007
A Dream House on the Chattahoochee
Clinton Ross Smith's frank observations on Summerour and Westbrook's creation from "Written in Stone". Scroll through these photographs and learn more about this home.
Originally published: October 2006
Summer Show House
This past June, Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles brought you 100 Ideas of High Style with their Summer Show House at the Riverclub in Suwanee, Ga. Take a peek inside this...
Originally published: June 2007
The Sensualist
Clinton Ross Smith takes an inside look at South of Market owner Kay Douglass' inspiring places. Click through the photos in our slide show to see more.
Originally published: November 2006
The Power of Paint
Choosing the right color can make a room dramatic, serene or even give it multiple personalities. Local designers, Barbara Westbrook, Barbara Howard and Joy McLean take us...
Originally published: June 2007
Hot Summer Color
Heat up your home this summer with these sizzling accessories. Fresh green fabrics to summer turquoise, these colorful items will brighten up your home.
Originally published: June 2007
Decorating with Prints
Add interest to any room by adding and mixing exciting prints. Click through our slide show to get ideas and see examples.
Originally published: April 2007
A Grand Plan
As interior designer, Judy Bentley designed and built her sophisticated townhouse and Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles followed her every step of the way. Clinton Ross Smith...
Originally published: December 2006
Eco Resolutions
Laura Turner Seydel offers five to change your life. Eco-conscious living may be the new trend, but it's here to stay, and Atlanta is becoming more environmentally aware...
Originally published: April 2007
Best of Birmingham
Load up the station wagon, we're headed to Alabama! Contributing Editor Marcia Sherrill takes us on a whirlwind tour of the hippest and most unexpected shops and restaurants...
Originally published: September 2006

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