ATLANTA HOMES & LIFESTYLES
NOVEMBER 2016
gracious & gorgeous
GRACIOUS & GORGEOUS
EASY ELEGANCE!
VOLUME 35, NO. 11
CONTENTS NOVEMBER 2016 // ISSUE NO.337
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A Manor of Taste This English-inspired abode by Harrison Design and Huff-Dewberry makes the most of any occasion.
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Rooted in Tradition Detail and quality reign supreme in this estate by William T.
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Baker, Joy McLean and Alec Michaelides.
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Most Coveted
This season’s must-have
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ed classics and new shopping destinations.
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Design Influencer AH&L speaks with the incomparable Stan Topol, “the last decorator,” whose clients range from worldrenowned celebrities to iconic hotels.
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Real Estate Property Report Calendar Cultural happenings around Atlanta Naomi On timeless, classic design Dish Dispatches from the local culinary scene Etc. Marcia’s favorite place: the bar Editor’s Letter Resources + Ad Index
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STYLE
INFLUENCERS
T H E I N C O M PA R A B L E
STAN
TOPOL WRITTEN BY Suzanna
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As a protégé of Billy Baldwin, Stan Topol’s introduction to design in the 1950s was nonpareil. Today “the last decorator” has a roster of clients ranging from world-renowned celebrities to iconic hotels to Buckhead social matrons.
Experience THE BEGINNING: “After decorating my childhood room, my mother told me I had good taste, so I became a decorator,” Topol says. Growing up in Mississippi, he was exposed to beautiful homes and fine things, an experience that trained his eye for his Master of Fine Arts. 1950s: Topol
moved to New York, where he met renowned decorator Billy Baldwin at a cocktail party. The pair took New York by storm, with Topol managing installations of beautiful interiors and priceless art.
Stan Topol in a Newnan, Georgia, home he designed in 2015.
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1970s: Topol founded Stan Topol & Associates in Atlanta, while concurrently heading the interior design department at The Art Institute of Atlanta. From Elton John’s Buckhead penthouse to the most discreet dressing room, Topol has created exquisite interiors for a variety of clients.
The Quest
Topol’s fascination with beautiful, documented paintings is legendary. His appreciation spans all genres and periods, the unifying factor being a knowledge of the authenticity and integrity of the piece as it represents the artist. Topol’s passion for shopping extends to all aspects of decorative arts, and he seeks sources across the country to find the best examples.
Most Thrilling Design Moment “Billy Baldwin asked me to oversee the installation of a painting at a client’s house that had been on loan to The Metropolitan Museum of Art. When I opened the door, I was shocked to see that it was a Goya. The experience of hanging a painting by one of the most renowned 18th-century Old Masters remains a highlight of my career. Additionally, Billy introduced me to Mario Buatta, Angelo Donghia and the timeless elegance of the armless chair.”
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“We begin every project with detailed, hand-drawn floor plans and renderings. There’s no comparison between human talent and a computer.”
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On the Horizon
“I’ve got three projects in three states, and that doesn’t include the restoration of my own 1847 home that I recently acquired. Also, I’ll be speaking at The Brooks Memphis Museum of Art on the subject of ‘The Last Decorator’—and decorator is a term I’m happy to own.”
“If people appreciate art, then their minds are open to the world,” Topol has said. Topol’s clients, who request interiors that are both elegant and comfortable, aren’t quite the type to cut corners or make substitutions. Instead, the decorator likes to educate his clients about the art behind the design of pieces of furniture and fabric.
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A Manor of Taste Whether hosting grand parties or grandchildren, this English-inspired abode by Harrison Design with elegant interiors by Huff-Dewberry makes the most of any occasion. WRITTEN BY
Jeanne Lyons Davis PHOTOGRAPHED BY
Erica George Dines
Touches of blue and orange, favorites of the homeowners, pop from the Christopher Norman pillows on the Travis & Company upholstered sofa. Matching woodenframed Kravet chairs covered in Vervain fabric complement the Mr. and Mrs. Howard for Sherrill Furniture skirted blue chair. Art by Carol Bodiford from Anne Irwin Fine Art hides a at-screen TV.
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Architecture firm Harrison Design and residential builder McGarrity-Garcia constructed a six-bedroom abode that favors a Lutyens-style country house commonly built in England during the late 19th century, complete with varying chimney details and brick and limestone elements. opposite While some would consider placing such a feminine wallpaper by Arena Design in a powder room, Heather Dewberry said that the homeowner wanted to be surrounded by things she loved every day. The waxed brick floor with wooden crossbanding by McGarrity-Garcia adds warmth to the breakfast nook.
W WHEN HEATHER DEWBERRY of interior design firm HuffDewberry met her clients in 2013, she knew she was in for a treat. “The homeowner was spunky, vivacious and possessed a real verve for life,” Dewberry says. “From the beginning, she knew what she wanted, and the home reflects her cheerful personality and style.” The house looks and feels more like an English estate than a traditional Buckhead residence. Mirroring a Lutyens-style country house—based on the designs of 19th-century British architect Sir Edwin Lutyens—co-designers Steven Markey and Rick Hatch of
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Harrison Design curated its Surrey-style façade with wood moulded bricks, limestone and slate. In matching the design principles of the famed Englishman, Markey and Hatch made sure the house was equal parts function and style. “The layouts of both the interior and spacious lawn were intended for both two to 200 people,” says Hatch of the homeowners’ varied entertaining needs. “The courtyard garage system keeps catering trucks out of sight, while the lawn could easily host grandchildren at play or large outdoor dinner parties for hundreds of people.”
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left A graceful gated archway offers entrée into the formal perennial garden. The lush backyard was the vision of landscape architect Alec Michaelides, principal of Land Plus Associates. opposite Designed by William T. Baker, a noted residential designer, the home takes its cues from English Regency architecture. In lieu of a front porch, Baker suggested intricate ironwork for a stunning point of entry.
Rooted in TRADITION
DETAIL AND QUALITY REIGN SUPREME IN THIS MASTERFUL, ENGLISH REGENCY–INSPIRED ESTATE BY DESIGN DREAM TEAM WILLIAM T. BAKER, JOY MCLEAN AND ALEC MICHAELIDES. WRITTEN BY Sejal
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AN ERA CONSTANTLY DEFINED BY WHAT’S NEW AND NEXT, there’s something to be said for taking a look back. It’s a sentiment shared by the homeowners of this new yet historically inspired Buckhead dwelling. They craved a graceful and understated home that could be enjoyed by several generations. Essentially, the couple was seeking an heirloom, not a trophy. Happy to oblige was residential designer William T. Baker, who drew up a sprawling home with distinct English Regency nuances. “This style tends to be very comfortable and family friendly, which were priorities for the couple. They also wanted it to be timelessly elegant, and this particular style really lends itself to that aesthetic,” he explains. The historical references begin with the striking exterior. Intricate ironwork, painted to match the white brick, greets visitors on the front porch. Through the entryway is a cozy foyer that plays host to plenty of conversations and gatherings thanks to a wood-burning fireplace. “It’s something you very much would have seen in an 18th- or 19th-century English house,” says Baker of the unique space complete with seating arrangements. Also adding to the home’s charm is Baker’s masterful design, which called for vaulted ceilings and a layout that’s virtually one room deep, allowing natural light to
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Sage green walls in the dining room offer the biggest dose of color. To complement the architecture, interior designer Joy McLean selected an antiqueinspired table and chairs from Holland & Company. The rug is from Patrick James Inc.
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WE ELCOME TO HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS! F
Each year, Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles presents the much-anticipated Home for the Holidays Designer Showhouse & Marketplace, a tradition that kicks off the holiday season while showcasing the work of Atlanta’s top design-industry talents. Showhouse proceeds will benefit Children’s Healthcare
of Atlanta, the largest healthcare provider for children in Georgia and one of the largest pediatric clinical care providers in the country. This holiday season, Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles is delighted to be involved in the renovation of an existing Atlanta home. Sited at Woodward Way in the heart of Buckhead, the home embodies the historic and timeless character of the city. The showhouse will feature the talents of architect Charles
Heydt of Pak Heydt & Associates, builder David Childers of Macallan Custom Homes, landscape architect Graham
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Pittman and a selection of some of the region’s best designers. Initially a red-brick “five/four and a door” Colonial with a small, one-story sunroom, the home now boasts an English Arts & Crafts façade, featuring eye-catching terraces, a pair of elegant gables, painted limestone brick and steel doors. A wide terrace across the front features doors from the living room out onto the terrace while clean lines and symmetrical details add a contemporary edge that appeals to modern sensibilities. Please join us for special holiday events, including the opening night party, Moonlight & Mistletoe, a toy drive in conjunction with Children’s Healthcare and much more. Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles is thrilled to be part of the restoration of an Atlanta residence whose character and style will provide guests with an intimate and magical holiday experience—and endless design inspiration.
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PA R K ING for Home for the Holidays ADAC 351 Peachtree Hills Avenue, NE Atlanta, Georgia 30305 Shuttle hours 10 a.m.–3:30 p.m. (last shuttle will depart from ADAC at 3:30 p.m. and return by 4:15 p.m.) Parking has been generously donated by ADAC, and we are working to make sure your parking/shuttle experience is not only quick and easy, but also in the holiday spirit! Complimentary Santa’s Shuttles will run continuously from the main entrance of ADAC during showhouse hours. The entrance area is covered if the weather is chilly or rainy.
Boxwoods Marketplace OPEN DAILY DURING SHOWHOUSE HOURS Pick up gifts for everyone on your list! Shop high-end decor, home accessories garden goods and fun holiday finds from local favorite BOXWOODS GARDENS & GIFTS. This special pop-up shop is located in the Home for the Holidays garage, so enjoy and peruse after you tour the house.
ADAC is a one-of-a-kind design destination consisting of 550,000 square feet with over 60 showrooms offering the most luxurious products to create stylish interiors, with exciting treasures to find at every turn. To make sure you feel welcome and have the opportunity to explore ADAC before or after you see the house, we are scheduling a few special events at some of the ADAC showrooms. Be sure to watch our website to see this schedule. *Parking is not allowed at Home for the Holidays or on Woodward Way.
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HONOR A RY CH A IR S HO Meet the 2016 Home for the Holidays Honorees
Alison Womack Jowers & Cheryl Womack, Honorary Chairs Welcome and happy holidays! We are thrilled to hold a special place this year in the longstanding tradition Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles’ Home for the Holidays Designer Showhouse. For over three decades, Womack Interiors has helped clients create spaces that feel like home, and it’s our great privilege to continue this endeavor with Home for the Holidays. Joined by a host of incredibly talented designers, the 2016 showhouse is set to inspire. The homeowners have graciously opened their doors and worked with us to create a beautifully appointed and welcoming home. Having Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta as our beneficiary makes this event even more meaningful. And this year, we have an extra special gift: Junior Chair Angelica Hale, a nine-year-old Children’s patient who has the heart and voice of an angel and affirms why this cause is so important. Thank you to Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles for celebrating Atlanta design and the community at large. We are overjoyed to serve as Honorary Chairs for this unforgettable event.
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Angelica Hale, Honorary Junior Chair In February 2012, James Hale and Eva Norman noticed that something was very wrong with their normally vivacious Angelica. The 5-year-old was taken to the Emergency Department at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta (CHOA), where she was diagnosed with pneumonia and sepsis, a serious blood infection that devastated her kidneys. Hale was admitted to the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) at Scottish Rite hospital while her healthcare team worked for three days to stabilize her and fight the infection. Neonatologist Munir Kapasi, M.D., informed James and Eva that their daughter was facing triple organ failure. Angelica was then taken to Children’s Egleston hospital, home to one of the Southeast’s few ECMO centers, where she was put on a machine to assist her lungs for 12 days, allowing her organs to heal before surgery. Once Angelica was stable enough, Richard Ricketts, M.D., chief of Children’s Division of Pediatric Surgery, performed surgery to repair her lung, which had lost nearly half its function. After regaining her strength and continuing peritoneal dialysis over the summer of 2013, Angelica returned for a kidney transplant at Children’s. On September 13, 2013, Angelica received Eva’s kidney and bounced back quickly, much to the delight of her family and healthcare team. “I’m really glad we brought her to Children’s,” James said. “We’re so, so lucky. Taking her to a pediatric hospital saved her life.”
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