ATLANTA HOMES & LIFESTYLES
STYLE SEPTEMBER 2016
Confident
CONFIDENT STYLE
27 statement-making interior spaces
VOLUME 35, NO. 9
CONTENTS SEPTEMBER 2016 // ISSUE NO.335
Home 97
Southern Showstopper The inaugural Southeastern Designer Showhouse & Gardens conveyed gracious Southern elegance at every turn.
Style 16
Fall Finds
Study up on the season’s
freshest design debuts, from decorative objets d’art to functional accessories.
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Q&A: Joni Vanderslice
The J Banks
Design Group founder and owner shares her perspective on Southern design.
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Most Anticipated
Find design inspira-
tion with these freshly printed must-reads
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Shop Talk The region’s top design-minded retailers culled together a curated vignette exhibition at at AmericasMart’s July market.
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Champions of Style The 2016 ASID Design Excellence Awards celebrated the exceptional work in residential design.
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CURVA by Natasha Baradaran at R Hughes.
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Real Estate Property Report Calendar Cultural happenings around Atlanta Naomi On design aesthetics. Dish Dispatches from the local culinary scene Etc. Marcia’s favorite place: the study Editor’s Letter Resources + Ad Index
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Parsons table, $619; Evan chairs, $349 each; Amira rug, $1299. Westside Provisions 1170 Howell Mill Road NW, Atlanta roomandboard.com
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WELCOME
EDITOR’S LETTER
WHAT’S NEW
ONLINE
atlantahomesmag.com We’ve completely renovated! Don’t miss the
SOUTHERN DESIGN APPEARS TO BE HAVING A MOMENT. No longer the step-sister to New York or L.A., our region’s interior designers, architects and artisans are turning heads from coast to coast, demanding attention. They do so gracefully, of course—in an unpretentious manner, and armed with a healthy dose of charm. Effortless elegance, of course, takes plenty of effort; just as gracious living requires an inordinate amount of patience and kindness (the Elsie de Wolfe line springs to mind “... be gracious if it kills you”). Speaking of graciousness, the Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles team is forever indebted to the region’s 27 designers who came not just from Atlanta, but Florida, South Carolina, Tennessee, Alabama and Louisiana to transform the interiors of a brand-new, 28,000-square-foot English manor-style abode that was the 2016 Southeastern Designer Showhouse & Gardens. My admiration for these designers—who are not just insanely talented, but also joyful, respectful and passionate individuals—is second to none. In case you missed it (and that would be hard to do; it was perhaps the most Instagrammed and visited showhouse in AH&L history!), find the tour on page 97. But the unparalleled excellence found in our September issue does not stop there. Enjoy coverage of both the winners of ASID-Georgia’s 2016 Design Excellence awards, and the highlights of Americasmart’s Retail Meets Design exhibition from July market. I’m raising a glass to each and everyone of the talents featured from my desk, with awe Elizabeth Ralls and gratitude. Editor in Chief @elizabeth_ralls | twitter @eliz_ralls | instagram
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FALL FINDS Study up on our favorite design debuts and events this season, from decorative objets d’art to functional accessories. WRITTEN BY Kate
Abney & Carolina Adams
The Art of Accessorizing Launched last month, AERIN LAUDER’s fresh collection of accessories includes shagreen serving trays, brass desk tools, marble objets d’art, and more in mod proportions. Also noteworthy is Lauder’s second fabric collection for LEE JOFA, inspired by her love for travel and vintage patterns. Aerin accessories available at Bungalow
Classic, (404) 351-9120; bungalowclassic.com. Lee Jofa is available to the trade at ADAC, (404) 812.6995; leejofa.com; aerin.com
Dressed to the Nines
Along with fresh furnishings, MITCHELL GOLD + BOB WILLIAMS’ fall/ winter lineup includes its first ever collection of semicustom draperies, taking the tedium out of a sometimes complicated decorating task while still delivering a thoughtful look. The tailored treatments are available in seven high-quality fabrics complemented by numerous styling options, hardware styles, hardware finishes and accessories. The result is both chic and value-driven—with panels starting at just $220 each. Available
at Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams, (404) 869-1770; mgbwhome.com
Intricacies Known for her unlikely pairings on pillows (think
COUNTER CULTURE Nothing quite screams “modern classic” like NOIR’s playful but polished Dior Counter Stool, which boasts circular interplay between its brass base and linen-upholstered seat. Introduced at July market, even its name contributes to the stool’s fashionable flourish.
Available to the trade at J Douglas, Americasmart, (404) 584-2599; noirfurniturela.com
metal and silk), Chicago-based Paula Queen of PYAR & CO. celebrates each embellishment she sources from Indian markets, as well as the artisans who stitch, knot and handcraft the distinct beauties. We’re swooning over Pyar & Co.’s tribal-Eztek pillow, which mixes metal studs in an Aztek-inspired tile design. $260; available at
Peacock Alley, (404) 228-8892; peacockalley.com; pyarandco.com
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STYLE NEWS
CHANGE OF SCENERY DE GOURNAY’s new intaglio technique puts a fresh spin on its traditional scenic designs, replicating the fine art of copperplate engraving by combining watercolor washes with hatched lines of pen and ink for intricate gravure effect. Pictured: English Landscape in custom blue ink on painted xuan paper. Available
to the trade at Ainsworth-Noah, ADAC, (404) 231-8787; ainsworth-noah.com
Beauty Illuminated Midcentury Italian style meets soft, SoCal romanticism with L.A. designer NATASHA BARADARAN’s second collection, CURVA. The 13-piece line, which includes the four-arm Vela sconce, pictured, takes cues from her Milanese roots. We love its juxtaposition of the romantic and contemporary.
Available to the trade at R Hughes, ADAC, (404)
MIRROR MOTIF
Sconce Sculpture Marking the second collaboration be-
607-8877; rhughes.com; natashabaradaran.com “I like to bring opposing aesthetics into harmony,” notes Kate Miller,
tween Virginia designer BARRY DIXON
San Francisco designer behind ELWORTHY STUDIO, who begins
and Charleston artisan/atelier AVRETT
each textile and wallpaper creation with original artwork, then digitally
is the 9-piece collection Revolutions.
manipulates, alters and mirrors the motifs for a modernist look. (Fresh
The Mangnolia Pod Sconce, pictured,
for fall, her Clair Obscur series stems from wabi-sabi-esque camera-
is reflective of the imaginative pieces,
less photography.) “This process creates a nice symmetry and a kaleidoscopic, dreamlike effect,” says Miller, whose madeto-order pillows feature eco-friendly domestic alpaca-fiber
which employ retro silhouettes that strike industrial-meets-romantic notes. Equal parts classic and eccentric, the
inserts. Available to the trade at Bradley, ADAC, 404-814-
collection both entertains the eyes and
9595; bradley-usa.com; elworthystudio.com
incites emotion. Available to the trade
at R Hughes, ADAC, (404) 607-8877; r-hughes.com; avrett.com
HIGH-FASHION FLOORS From PATTERSON FLYNN & MARTIN comes the first rug collection by Atlanta native MILES REDD—12 patterns gracing nubby abacas, plush Moroccans, hand-knotted Tibetans and wool dhurries. Extensive customization capabilities allow designers to tweak colors, sizes, design scales and fibers to fit their personal preferences. Even better: Several motifs from Redd’s textiles collection for Schumacher—Deconstructed Stripe, Cubist and Tumbling Blocks—reappear, meaning the popular patterns are now also floor-ready. Available to the trade through Schumacher, ADAC, (404) 261-2742; pattersonflynnmartin.com
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STYLE NEWS
Residential – Showhouse GOLD: Loggia Lounge, Habachy Designs, Michael Habachy
CHAMPIONS
of STYLE The American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) Georgia Chapter celebrated the exceptional work of trendsetters in residential design at the 2016 ASID Design Excellence Awards.
ALL PHOTOS COURTESY OF ASID-GA
Residential – Singular Space SILVER: Champagne Room, Mathews Furniture + Design, Nina Nash, Associate ASID
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Residential – Apartment, Condo, or Loft GOLD: The Prado, Joel Kelly Design, Joel Kelly, Jonathan Alexander, Lauren Troutman
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Residential – Model Home GOLD: Long Leaf, Melanie Turner Interiors, Melanie Turner, Cristi Rajevac
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Residential – Residence over 3,500 s.f. GOLD: Jupiter Modern, Joel Kelly Design, Joel Kelly, Allied ASID, Lauren Troutman, Jonathan Alexander
Residential – Apartment, Condo, or Loft SILVER: Filstein Residence, Mark Williams Design Associates, Niki Papadopoulos, ASID, Mark Williams, Allied ASID, Brent Pollock
Residential – Residence over 3,500 s.f. BRONZE: King Road Residence, The Design Atelier, Melanie Millner, ASID
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SHOPS AT SERENBE With unique boutiques, a general store, art galleries, home decor purveyors, a sweet shop and more, Serenbe offers plenty of places to explore, not to mention award-winning restaurants. Wander before or after you see the Showhouse, but either way, don’t miss out on all Serenbe has to offer.
THE BALLOG theballog.com Artisan Goods | 9077 Selborne Lane BAMBOO JUICE bamboojuices.com Cold pressed juice available at The Blue Eyed Daisy BLUE EYED DAISY blueeyeddaisy.com Bakeshop & Café | 9065 Selborne Lane BOSCH EXPERIENCE CENTER boschexperiencecenter.com Sustainability Education Center 10640 Serenbe Lane CHATT HILLS GALLERY chatthillsgallery.com Art | 9133 Selborne Lane COMBS & COLLARS combsandcollars.com Pet Boutique | 9057 Selborne Lane
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ELITE FITNESS facebook.com/elitefitnessatserenbe Gym & Fitness Center 9110 Selborne Way THE FARMHOUSE AT SERENBE serenbefarmhouse.com Restaurant | 10950 Hutcheson Ferry Road FORAGE & FLOWER forageandflower.com Floral and Botanical Boutique 9206 Selborne Lane GAULT DESIGNS gaultdesigns.com Furniture | 10551 Serenbe Lane THE GENERAL STORE AT SERENBE generalstoreatserenbe.com Grocery and More 10642 Serenbe Lane THE HIL the-hil.com Restaurant | 9110 Selborne Lane
HILLS & HAMLETS BOOKSHOP hillsandhamlets.com Bookstore | 10625 Serenbe Lane HONEYCOMB CONSIGNMENT facebook.com/honeycombconsignment Womens Consignment Store 9110 Selborne Lane THE INN AT SERENBE serenbeinn.com Inn | 10950 Hutcheson Ferry Road PAISLEY SALON paisleysalon.com Hair Salon | 9059 Selborne Lane PEACHTREE BIKES peachtreebikes.com Bike Shop & Rentals 9222 Selborne Lane RESOURCE facebook.com/resourceserenbe Gifts and Home Decor 9110 Selborne Lane
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SELBORNE SWEETS selbornesweets.com Sweet Shop | 9131 Selborne Lane SERENBE CYCLING Cycling Hub, Pitstop, Push Off Point 9222 Selborne Lane SERENBE FARMERS & ARTISAN MARKET facebook.com/serenbemarket Farmers & Artisan Market, Cooking Demos & Live Music | Selborne Green 9110 Selborne Lane SERENBE FARMS serenbefarms.com Organic Farm | 8457 Atlanta Newnan Road SERENBE REAL ESTATE OFFICE serenberealestate.com Real Estate | 9055 Selborne Lane SERENBE TRAIL RIDING serenbetrailriding.com Horseback Riding 10950 Hutcheson Ferry Road SPA AT SERENBE spaatserenbe.com Spa | 9135 Selborne Lane TYPO MARKET typomarket.com Paper Goods | 9133 Selborne Lane YUMI SUSHI Restaurant | 9117 Selborne Lane
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S OU THE A STER N D ESIGNER S HOW HOUSE & G A R DENS
SOUTHERN
SHOWSTOPPER
The inaugural Southeastern Designer Showhouse & Gardens presented by Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles showcased the talents of the region’s leading designers. Spanning 28,000 square feet, the English manor-style Buckhead abode conveyed gracious, Southern elegance at every turn. PHOTOGRAPHED BY Mali Azima,
David Christensen, Erica George Dines, Sarah Dorio and Emily Followill PRODUCED BY Elizabeth Ralls ARCHITECTURE Logan Design Group BUILDER Paradise Homes
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BRANCH CHANDELIER Paul Ferrante through Ainsworth-Noah DINING TABLE Keith Fritz through Paul + DRAPERY FABRIC Osborne & Little with Samuel & Sons trim, through Ainsworth-Noah CEILING WALLPAPER Clay McLaurin Studio through AinsworthNoah SOFA Edward Ferrell + Lewis Mittman through Ainsworth-Noah ROUND-BACK CLUB CHAIRS Bradley BENCH Hélène Aumont through R Hughes TABLE LAMP Array by CTO Lighting through Paul + GOLD PLANTER Townhouse
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DINING TABLE AND CHAIRS Suzanne Kasler for Hickory Chair CURTAINS Jane Shelton through Cowtan & Tout; fabricated by Willard Pitt Curtain Makers TRIM Samuel & Sons through Ainsworth-Noah RUG Moattar CHANDELIER Paul Ferrante through Ainsworth-Noah PLASTER GEOMETRIC FORMS purchased in Paris ARTWORK Nancy Lorenz
CLASSIC GLAMOUR S UZ A N NE K A SLER , S UZ A NNE K A SLER I N TER IOR S
Dining Room
As honorary chair of the showhouse, designer Suzanne Kasler lent her sophisticated touch to the dining room, which is equal parts glamour and elegance. “I love a glossy look,” says Kasler, who treated the walls to a white lacquered finish—a first for the designer, who had never before done a white dining room. Also lacquered is the wood-beamed ceiling, whose handsome shade of blue is repeated in the fabrics. Adding further interest is a striking mix of furnishings, from dining chairs and a table from Kasler’s own collection for Hickory Chair to art and accessories purchased in Paris. A dazzling crystal chandelier by Paul Ferrante, which Kasler likens to a piece of jewelry, serves as the crowning touch. –Jennifer Boles 102
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SOFA Dmitriy & Co. through R Hughes DAYBED Westbrook Interiors COFFEE TABLE Jim Thompson ANTIQUE ARMCHAIRS Robuck & Co. WING CHAIRS Dennis & Leen through Jerry Pair GLASS SIDE TABLE Paul Ferrante through Ainsworth-Noah FOOTSTOOLS R Hughes ARTWORK Whitney Ott CANDLEABRAS Coup D’Etat through R Hughes FLOOR LAMP Powell & Bonnell through R Hughes
HIGH DRAMA B A R BA R A W ESTBROOK , W ESTBROOK I N TER IOR S
Great Room
Entrusted with one of the largest rooms in the house, designer Barbara Westbrook responded to the great room’s impressive scale with an equally dramatic decorative statement: a crisp black-and-white color palette. “High contrast generates excitement,” Westbrook says. “It gives a room liveliness, which is important in a space with such serious scale.” White upholstered seating is partnered with black accent pieces, while the patina of a few well-chosen antiques, such as a Swedish side table with black paint, add a layer of warmth. But perhaps most dramatic of all is the soaring wall art by Whitney Ott, whose photographs of flowers, strikingly captured against dark backgrounds, lend impact to the room’s perimeter. –Jennifer Boles 110
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BRASS DRINK TABLE R Hughes BRASS SIDE TABLES MacRae WALL COLOR Opal by Benjamin Moore ALL OTHER RESOURCES South of Market
MINIMALIST MARVEL
K AY D OUGL A SS , K AY D OUGL A SS I N TER IOR S
Morning Room With its beautifully diffused light and pristine views of the home’s rear landscape and pool pavilion, Kay Douglass’ minimalist morning room is ideal for the morning hours, where a homeowner can take coffee and catch up on the tasks of the day. Creating a feminine cast is the palest of pinks—Benjamin Moore’s Opal—the backdrop to geometric shapes and color-blocked tertiary tones. “I wanted it to look like a space in a boutique hotel,” says the avid traveler and South of Market proprietress. Silks and velvets in shades of forest green and acid yellow grace sleek draperies, custom settees and octagonal ottomans. Oversize chess pieces, vintage works on paper under plexiglass and a chandelier strung with white-glass discs add intrigue. –Kate Abney
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POWDER WALLCOVERING Pierre Frey through Jim Thompson SCONCES Thomas O’Brien through Circa Lighting CHANDELIER Aerin through Circa Lighting ARTWORK Fernando Gaspar through Bill Lowe Gallery ACCESSORIES Erika Reade Ltd. STAIR HALL BENCH Jan Showers through Ainsworth-Noah ARTWORK Thrush Holmes through Bill Lowe Gallery
INGENIUS IMPACT M EL A NIE M ILL NER , T HE D ESIGN A TELIER
Rear Powder Room & Rear Stair Hall
Though small in scale, this elegant powder room lacks nothing when it comes to impact. The walls are bedecked in an Art Deco–esque wallcovering from Pierre Frey, while a contemporary frameless mirror seamlessly multiplies the bold motif. The color is equally compelling: “I love navy. It’s a true classic color, it can be a neutral and it never goes out of style,” notes Millner, who also selected the alluring quartzite countertops. “It has a depth that makes it look like a real gemstone, which adds to the glamour.” Streamlined sconces temper the room’s painterly flourishes, while a glittering Circa Lighting chandelier ups the opulence. Not to be missed is the Thrush Holmes abstract in the hallway, which boasts ingenious pink and blue neon accents, paired with complementary pillows and rugs. –Kate Abney 126
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MUDROOM ARTWORK Mark Boomershine RUG Dash & Albert FABRICS, DRAPERY AND WALLPAPER Thibaut LANTERN Circa Lighting MIRRORED CHEST Century Furniture FRIENDS’ ENTRY WICKER FURNITURE Lloyd Flanders ARTWORK Windy O’Connor and Christy Kinard RUG Dash & Albert SCULPTURES AND LAMPS Times Two Designs ALL OTHER RESOURCES Lisa Mende Design
CHEERFUL CHARM L ISA M ENDE , L ISA M ENDE D ESIGN
Friends’ Entry & Mudroom Since the mudroom is often the first space a homeowner enters, Lisa Mende decided to transform the often-overlooked entry into a cheerful welcoming committee. Inspired by the The Wizard of Oz’s famed line “There’s no place like home,” the designer incorporated a kaleidoscope of colors throughout the bright and playful space, with an abstract painting of Dorothy by Mark Boomershine serving as the focal point. Thibaut drapery fabric is reminiscent of a rainbow, while turquoise Danish modern chairs and an Omni mirrored chest by Century add sparkles of glamour to the playful space. “This house is so amazing, I felt the mudroom should be equally as beautiful as the foyer,” the Charlottebased designer says. “Homeowners should also feel special and smile when they enter their home.” –Jeanne Lyons Davis 143
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