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Photos courtesy of (left to right) MA Home Tour, David Daniels Design, photography © J. Ashley Photography; Balance Design Atlanta, photography by Tracy Cox; Carl Mattison Design, photography by Josh Vick, Home Tour America.

Modern Momentum Atlanta’s Growing Modern Design Stand-Outs

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Real Homeowner’s Story Marietta Goes Modern on FOX’s “Home Free”

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Buying Guide Kitchen Sinks: Workhorse Fashionistas

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Buying Guide Decks: Pull the Party Outside

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editor’sletter One of the things I love most about this time of year is that I am able to spend so much time outside. Yes, it’s hot and humid, to be sure, but I can’t get enough of Atlanta’s canopy of green trees. When my husband and I first moved here from California, our jaws literally dropped as we drove through forests filled with giant stands of Live Oaks, Magnolias and Pines (and don’t even get me started on those beautiful Eastern Redbuds and Dogwoods). What a pleasure it is to

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Sarah Zeigler wrote our “Cool Tool School” (p. 13) for this issue and I read it with great interest. My daughter and sonin-law are huge fans of home-improvement projects and are starting their own collection of cool tools. My son, an aerospace-ground equipment crew member in the Air Force serving in Qatar right now, has taken working with tools to a professional level. You might say tools are a family affair.

A hot climate isn’t new to me, but this humidity! While it’s a blessing for the growth of the afore-mentioned trees, it takes a toll on humans. Carrie Whitney addresses that subject in “Keep Your Cool: Save Your Cash” (p. 35) this month. Did you know that turning on a ceiling fan lowers the temperature in a room about two degrees, allowing you to set your thermostat a little lower? Read on to find other ways to beat

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Expert Q&A

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Are there simple ways you can spruce up your interior decor and improve your outdoor curb appeal for summertime?

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Modern Atlanta (MA!),

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celebrates its tenth successful year and runs from May 31–June 12. Participants

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beds also lends a nice contrast

films, exhibitions, installations and product launches at locations around the city.

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full of flowers and herbs (all lit by the glow of string lights) provides a spot for evening

has been named the 2016–2017 president of the (NARI). Contant has received extensive recognition at both the local and national levels for project and remodeling design.

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American Hydrangea Society Garden Tour This is the American Hydrangea Society’s 22nd annual garden tour on June 11 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.—rain or shine! Stroll through metro Atlanta gardens in full bloom and see the star of the show, Hydrangeas, in gardens of all sizes. A $30 ticket includes a one-year membership in the society.

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by bringing the fresh flowers of summer inside the home.

Stage them in vases set on top of crisp, white linens on a table or alongside a beautiful bowl filled with seasonal produce in the kitchen.

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Contemporary Atlanta spaces to inspire your home design Tyler Lynch holds his finger on the pulse of modern design in Atlanta in his role as interior design territory manager at CODARUS, an AmericasMart Atlanta showroom, and with his involvement in the promotion of the MA Home Tour this month. Here he shares his take on what makes modern design unique and how you can add major or minor modern touches to your own home.

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he elements of a modern aesthetic are clean, unadorned and timeless.

Crisp lines, natural materials and, often, a subtle, unifying color, such as white, characterize modern homes or commercial spaces. The growing population of modern enthusiasts brings a welcome influx of modern or

contemporary homes to Atlanta.

Drive through some of Atlanta’s most lush neighborhoods, like Ansley Park, Morningside or Grant Park, to see the juxtaposition of new and old architecture there. While the contrast in the style of these homes can be abrupt, it can also be refreshing for an evolving historic neighborhood.

The Modern Atlanta Home Tour this month presents a unique opportunity to experience Atlanta’s offerings in modern design.

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CONTEMPORARY BATHROOM DESIGN IDEAS Habachy Designs A bathroom renovation can often be a costly endeavor.

However, designing a modern bath can actually be less costly than other styles. Remove a dated bathtub and replace it with a walk-in shower with clean, white subway tile and a frameless door. Small bath? Use elongated, wide tile to give the space a larger look.

Be bold! Use a touch of brass in your space—brass finishes continue to trend in the kitchen and bath industry. Consider hiring a kitchen and bath designer to help you plan. Visit the American Society of Interior Designers, ASIDGa.org, or National Kitchen and Bath Association, NKBA.org, websites to find a design professional that fits your aesthetic, budget and time frame for the renovation.

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MODERN SENSIBILITIES David Daniels Design On the interior of your home, clean surfaces and tiles with minimal pattern or embellishments are a calming representation of modern sensibilities.

For a kitchen makeover, try a more contemporary approach with a sleek marble or Silestone countertop. Using matching monochromatic appliances and a modern kitchen faucet will not only add value to your home, it will be easy to maintain.

(See this kitchen on the MA Modern Home Design Tour this month.)

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MODERN DESIGN TIPS FOR THE BEDROOM Balance Design Atlanta In a bedroom or home office, opt for wall-towall carpet with less pile for a seamless modern look. Have hardwood floors? Make an investment and choose a sophisticated rug for the space. A hand-knotted viscose/wool rug with a neutral palette will keep your space looking modern. But it’s not the most kidfriendly, so buyer beware!

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Mattison describes this modern living room’s central feature, “Rather than putting a standard-height, traditional mantel over the firebox, the home’s 12-foot ceiling height was taken advantage of by tiling the entire wall with a warm, woodlook, porcelain tile. This focuses on the ceiling height and adds a modern cleanliness to the room without going so modern that the fireplace would look out of place in a home that had many traditional touches.”

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Would you be interested in remodeling homes for deserving families? What if the end-owner of the home you renovated turned out to be you? That’s what happens on FOX’s home-makeover show “Home Free,” hosted by licensed contractor and homeimprovement TV personality Mike Holmes. The show’s first season featured nine couples, all of them DIY enthusiasts, with inspiring backstories that proved they each deserved to win a home.

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1. Fool the Eye A clever use of wood slats and the bright blue color breaks up the boring expanses of wall in the front yard.

A faux patio was created using stone pavers in a grid pattern, surrounded by gray beach pebbles. The wood trellis on the right defines the front garden space as a place to relax. Hot red and pink plants add contrast to the cool colors.

run-down house. Then, as the rooms were judged by Danisha Danielle, a licensed broker and investor, and by the host of HGTV’s “Curb Appeal,” architect and interior designer John Gidding. The prize at the end of the week? One couple won the home and walked away with the keys.

As explained by the show’s creators, “In each episode, Holmes presents the couples with tasks designed to test their DIY skills. Holmes is with them every step of the way—demanding that they meet his high standards.

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2. Make It Disappear An unsightly view was blocked by a chevronpatterned wood wall at the end of the deck. Simple shelves allow space for candle sconces.

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In a surprise twist, not only do the couples work together to restore the dilapidated home, but they all live together there for the entire week.

So, the more they accomplish, the better they sleep at night.”

4. Neutral Is the New Black The neutral walls and soft gray and tan hardwood flooring by Armstrong Flooring contrast nicely with the crisp lines of the black-painted railings and the dark wood dining table and cabinets. The contestants’ concrete chair next to the stairs is a quirky nod to modern design.

In one episode, the Marietta home featured here was remodeled. It was dubbed a “modern wannabe” due to its run-down, mid-century architectural style. Three remaining teams were tasked with designing either the living room, upstairs loft or backyard deck. Once each team decided on a space to renovate, host Holmes threw them a curveball, telling each couple that they must incorporate custom-designed concrete and plywood features in each space. Fortunately for them, the couples had help to accomplish their renovations—the “Home Free” crew of contractors and designers worked tirelessly in the background to remodel the rest of the house and to bring each couples’ vision for their room to fruition.

The exterior was given a multidimensional facelift to divert attention from its unattractive sloping roof. The wood façade added warmth with a modern structural twist and the landscaping, with funky hanging swings, created a welcoming front yard/lounge area.

Upon entering the home, the ambiance is bright, airy and open.

The soft gray hardwood floor by Armstrong Flooring has a textured appearance and serves as a neutral base for the home’s color palette.

For the stairs, sleek, stainless-steel cable railing was installed as an alternative to traditional wood railing. “Keeping the space visually connected was important and could have been difficult with the splitlevel stairway,” says Andrew Penny, vice president of marketing and

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Down the stairs and into the kitchen, colors alternated between dark and light, with the deep-brown cabinets by Waypoint Cabinets and Dekton by Cosentino countertops and backsplash. “This open-concept, loft-style home needed a surface that would maintain its beauty as the focal point of the bottom level,” explains Samantha Anderson, media and communications manager for Cosentino. “The veining in Dekton Aura ties flawlessly into the sleek, brown cabinetry. Even better, the Dekton countertops and backsplash will stay looking just as perfect as the day they were installed.”

To give an authentic mid-century appeal, a vintage-inspired refrigerator, range and hood by Smeg were included in the layout.

Function and design combine in the spherical pendant lights by Progressive Lighting in the kitchen and dining room.

In the lower-level living room, contestants Tiffany and Oreonna used Quikrete to create a concrete chair with a plywood backrest, a concrete coffee table and custom artwork. To offset those gray tones, they brought in a stitched brown leather sofa and cowhide rug, both by Cromatti Furniture.

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6. Concrete Class The bold, concrete fireplace and hearth took the room’s focal point from eyesore to elegant. Stained plywood squares of various depths create a perch on the wall for bright white accessories.

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In the back of the home, contestants Kate and Andi updated the deck railing with Feeney CableRail, and the outdoor bar and dining area were accented by a geometrical plywood wall warmed with ambient candle lighting. The casual entertaining area featured the sisters’ concrete chaise lounge. Beyond the deck, a hot tub from Atlanta Spa & Leisure was added to provide an alternative outdoor relaxation space for this ultra-modern home.

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“This house is a contemporary, environmentally friendly smart home,” says Adam Burke, president of Atlanta Spa & Leisure. “The Maax Collection 471 hot tub is equipped with a Wi-Fi feature that allows the owner to control the tub’s jets, LED lights and sound system through a smartphone app. The tub’s insulation is made with recycled blue-jean material called BlueMaax, which dampens the sound of the tub.”

The contestants of the home-improvement show not only revitalized the house, but the quality of life for its new occupants as well. In this episode, Atlanta-based fashion designers Kate and Andi, who were competing to win a house for their aging parents, received the keys to the newly remodeled home.

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expense that hits homeowners in the pocketbook every summer—hard. So much so that Georgia Power offers its customers an option to pay a flat rate for energy each month to try to distribute those whopping summer energy bills throughout the year.

“One of the best things you can do is get an energy audit from Georgia Power,” says William Amey of Will’s Maintenance Service, who has been in the industry for nearly 30 years.

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the home. This allows for “zoning,” or cooling, each

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important as proper installation.”

works at variable speeds depending on need.”

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A Techie Take on Cooling Systems Whether your system is brand new or 10 years old and still kicking, you can increase the cool-ability of your home in a variety of other ways. For instance, if you still use a non-programmable thermostat, Amey recommends replacing it with one that can raise and lower temperatures in your house based on your schedule—setting the time that an air conditioner will go to work just before your family arrives home means money saved cooling the house when they are gone. Programmable and Wi-Fi thermostats can even be added to older systems.

homeowners,” explains Ben Hague, Georgia and Alabama regional manager for Mitsubishi Electric U.S. Cooling & Heating. “One reason that it’s a good alternative is that it allows for personalized comfort.” In fact, each room can have its own thermostat. According to Hague, homeowners can benefit from substantial savings on utilities with a ductless system. And this system can be added to just one room, offering a solution to homes with “hot spots” where cooled air coming from an HVAC unit just won’t reach.

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If your home is seriously challenged when attempting to beat the summer heat, installing a whole-house fan might be the answer. These large, relatively inexpensive fans are installed in the attic to expel hot air that’s been trapped there.

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High-end features that can be included in a deck’s design, like a fireplace, an outdoor kitchen or a fountain might elevate the deck from a place to grill and chill to a featured entertainment space for your entire family.

Keep It Cozy When designing a deck, consider what direction it faces and its exposure to the sun. Decks without shade are rendered almost unusable in the heat of Georgia’s summertime sun.

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Landfill-Bound Wood Makes a U-Turn Environmentally sensitive products, like wood-polymer composite decking (made of recycled plastic and wood that otherwise would have headed to the landfill) are gaining in popularity amongst builders and homeowners. Besides the altruistic advantage of avoiding deforestation, composite deck materials offer longevity—the combination of plastic and wood fibers is much stronger and more durable than wood itself.

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diybloggersbeat Dress Up a Bench: No-Sew Cushion and Pillows DIY bloggers Jennifer and Vicki Fenton dressed up a bench for guests to use to take their shoes off when they come inside. Jennifer explains that they experimented with a no-sew project, “Y’all, I can honestly say that this Peel’n Stick fuse tape is my new favorite no-sew product. There is absolutely NO sewing involved. The label says it’s for hems, but I threw caution to the wind and tried it on my pillows and bench cushion. It turned out great!”

Materials for 1 bench cushion and 2 pillows:

❏ Peel’N Stick™ Fabric Fuse

❏ Fabric in 3

coordinating patterns, 1 yard or less each (the bench cushion in this project used ¾ yard of fabric)

❏ 2 pillow inserts ❏ 22” x 16” foam form for the bench cushion

Steps for the bench cushion • Lay the fabric face down. Place the foam cushion on top of the fabric.

• Fold the 2 long ends of fabric together until they overlap in the center. This will be the bottom side of the cushion.

Trim the excess fabric so you have about a half inch of overlap.

• Fuse these 2 pieces together with Fabric Fuse.

• Fold the fabric on each side like an envelope and fuse into place.

Steps for the pillows • Lay fabric face up; fold in half.

The folded edge will be one closed side of your pillow.

• Place pillow form between the folded fabric and trim to your pillow size, leaving a half-inch allowance on all three sides.

• Remove pillow form. Use Fabric Fuse to seal two side openings.

• Turn the fabric

Photography by Rayna Wooden Photography.

Photos courtesy of 2 Bees

in a Pod. Photography by

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Jennifer and Vicki Fenton.

Jennifer and Vicki Fenton are an Atlanta daughter/mother home-decor blogging team.

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• Gently push the pillow form into the fabric pocket.

• Fold and tuck the fabric inside the opening and fuse together with Fabric Fuse.

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