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STYLE SHIFT An unassuming ranch receives an artful transformation by designer Beth Webb WRITTEN BY ALYSE HARRAL STEVENS

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OUTSIDE THE BOX Architect Rodolfo Castro and interior designer Edward Belding conquer the complex task of melding contemporary architecture with warm interiors WRITTEN BY ELIZABETH RALLS

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A CHEF’S KITCHEN For Kevin Rathun and his wife, Melissa, architect/designer Joel Kelly interprets old New Orleans style in a contemporary vernacular WRITTEN BY HEATHER J. PAPER

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2013 KITCHEN OF THE YEAR WINNERS The stylish results of our 24th annual contest 30 KITCHEN LOVE The latest pretty and practical culinary tools 32 NEWS Current happenings on the local kitchen and bath scene 37 SET IN STONE A group of Atlanta designers reveals their latest projects, all inspired by a visit to a working quarry

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CALENDAR A slew of evocative art shows around town NAOMI Our style savant shares her resolutions for the new year FOOD Dispatches from the local culinary scene ETC. Marcia examines an essential to every Atlanta residence

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WELCOME

Of all the rooms in a house,

kitchens are the spaces that people daydream about the most. Everyone—even those without plans to redecorate—seems to have a dream kitchen in mind. I’m not a great cook (or even a good cook, for that matter), but even I have some ideas about my own future kitchen that I hope to build one day. Of course, I really have ideas about three totally different kitchens, but until I put pen to paper and turn fiction into reality, I guess I don’t need to sort out the details just yet. That’s why they’re called dream kitchens. This is the 24th year for our kitchen contest, and throuhout the years I’ve seen the good, the bad and the ugly. Here are a few things I’ve learned over the years: ~ Buy the best quality materials you can afford. Good quality does not always mean that it will be the most expensive. ~ Hire a professional. Their expertise can help avoid costly mistakes. ~ Get what you want. Whether you’ve always desired a particular range hood, double dishwashers or a butcher block island with seating for a dozen, a design professional can help you figure out how to make it work. Whatever you do, don’t scrimp on hardware or plumbing fixtures. ~ Allow extra time and money for bumps along the away. Even the best laid renovation plans can get off track during construction. Patience is key. Whether you’re daydreaming like me or remodeling next week, we’d love to know the details of your dream kitchen. Join the conversation at atlantahomesmag.com/facebook. Until then, happy new year!

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24TH ANNUAL

KITCHEN OF THE YEAR WINNERS

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OUR FOUR CONTEST CHAMPIONS REVEAL THEIR RECIPES FOR CREATING KITCHENS THAT COOK.

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24TH ANNUAL

KITCHEN CONTEST

GRAND PRIZE WINNER KITCHEN DESIGN

JENNY AND ERIC ROTHMAN, HAMMERSMITH HOME RENOVATIONS PROJECT MANAGER

MATT SHERMAN

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KITCHEN DESIGNERS Jenny and Eric Rothman, HammerSmith Home Renovations, 807 Church St., Decatur 30030. (404) 377-1021; hammersmith.net BUILDER HammerSmith Home Renovations PROJECT MANAGER Matt Sherman through HammerSmith Home Renovations STAINLESS STEEL COUNTER AND INTEGRAL SINK Custom by Rite-Made Fabrication Inc. CALACATTA MARBLE COUNTERTOPS Atlanta Kitchen & Bath APPLIANCES Miele Integrated and SubZero Integrated FAUCET Newform Forma in chrome, Cotswold Kitchen and Bath HARDWARE The Matthew Quinn Collection, ADAC West BACKSPLASH TILE Andy Blick, Ann Sacks Tile & Stone GLASS DOOR NanaDoor, NanaWall CHANDELIER IN DINING ROOM SwitchModern

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WHITE HOT

A Morningside kitchen gets a dreamy update—complete with exquisite textures, pleasing contrasts and an ethereal glow

THIS MORNINGSIDE KITCHEN IS A REMODEL, BUT THE ROOM LOOKS SO CURRENT. DID YOU TAKE

Jenny Rothman: We actually worked on this house before with a previous client, but the new homeowners wanted to redo parts of the home with a new footprint. After expanding a closet upstairs, we talked to them about redoing the kitchen as well, making it larger and creating more of a view to the outdoors than before. The NanaWall [the folding glass wall to the pool area] keeps it fresh and free-flowing. IT’S A IT DOWN TO THE STUDS?

BRILLIANT SPACE; EVERY MORNING MUST FEEL LIKE A VACATION. When the homeowners said they wanted a more modern feel to the kitchen, the ideas started rolling. Eric is great with large structures, and I’m more about details. We created a room where light plays off the whites and different textures—those disc tiles, the striations on the custom cabinet doors. It’s just really pretty. It flows so well because of how the elements interlock with each other. The Ann Sacks tiles actu-

ally wrap around the corner into the dining room to draw you in. DID THE EXISTING STRUCTURE PRESENT ANY CHALLENGES? Because we didn’t want to demolish everything, we left the original wood fi nish on the wall cabinetry, but we added a layer of white paneling on top. For continuity, there’s a wood band that runs the length of the white cabinets, and the floors are a very dark-stained oak. It helps all that modernity feel warm and inviting. HOW DID YOU COME UP WITH THAT CREATIVE CEILING STRUCTURE? We’ve been experimenting with ways to hide lights, because we’re tired of the ubiquitous can lights, where you walk in and that’s all you see. By carving out parts of the ceiling, we made the room appear taller, and we were able to install long strip lights flush with the ceiling, which gave it a cool look. FROM THE CUSTOM HOOD TO THE THICK CHROME HARDWARE, THE LINES ARE SO PLEASING TO THE EYE.

We wanted everything it to be simple and elegant, which is hard to pull off in construction, because there are no truly straight walls or level floors and ceilings. You kind of have to cheat, and that was the genius of having a very good project manager [Matt Sherman] executing the design. THE WATERFALL COUNTERTOPS WERE A CHIC CHOICE. It’s a sleek way to fi nish off the sides of cabinetry. It’s more expensive, because you’re paying for more material, but it looks so nice. And those pieces of Calacatta are especially beautiful! THAT HIGH TOE-KICK IS A UNIQUE FINISHING TOUCH—THE WAY IT LETS THE ROOM BREATHE. Yes, it’s made to look like it’s float-

ing. And the stainless work is all custom. I like the open space underneath it; we could have fit more stools, but the idea was to have everything be airy and open. 13

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STYLE (kitchens) 24TH ANNUAL

KITCHEN CONTEST

WINNER

INTERIOR DESIGN

SUSAN B. WELTY, SUSAN B. WELTY INTERIORS ARCHITECTURE

SCOTT NEWTON CONTRACTOR

BRICE ANDRUS, DACAPO PROPERTIES, LLC CARPENTRY

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Surrounded by Tudors and Craftsman homes, musicians Susan B. Welty and Brice Andrus opt to add a little European elan to their Morningside dwelling

YOU AND BRICE ARE BOTH PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANS IN THE ATLANTA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA. HOW DID YOU BREAK INTO DESIGN?

Susan Welty: There’s a new symphony model coming across the nation, and we’ve been downsized. We’re exploring other options, and designing homes is one of our passions. We’ve fl ipped a few houses around Atlanta and, throughout our home, Brice and I have always designed things like built-in shelves and furniture. We’re very excited about design as a potential new career. YOU’VE BEEN IN THIS MORNINGSIDE HOME SINCE 2001. WHY DID YOU WAIT TO TACKLE THE KITCHEN? I suppose I did have about 10 years to imagine it. 16

We added an entire second story in 2005, which gave us two extra bathrooms. After that, we were comfortable with getting rid of a tiny bathroom and pantry on the side of the kitchen, bringing the footprint from 13’x17’ to a square 17’x17’. I’M SURE THAT BY THEN, YOU KNEW WHAT AESTHETIC YOU WERE

USED IN SEVERAL OF OUR SHOWHOUSES. They were a pleasure to work with all the way through, and the installation was just seamless. I was really impressed. THE ENTIRE ROOM HAS A HAND-HEWN, OLD WORLD WARMTH TO IT.

That’s one of the reasons I love the white hood. It made the room so much warmer than stainless steel. And the subway tile is unusual; it’s sort of a taupe-y gray. Honed soapstone on the perimeter countertops also warmed it up, and they feel great to the touch. Plus, they’re basically impervious to damage. THE FINISH OF THAT LIGHT FIX-

Yes, I wanted a relaxed style, with a bit of a European country feel, which is why we went with the beautiful French metal windows with the cremone hinges. We added the Venetian plaster on the walls, which I just love, and I designed the hood with its decorative profi le brackets. YOU WORKED

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INTERIOR DESIGNER Susan B. Welty ARCHITECT Scott Newton CONTRACTOR Brice Andrus, DeCapo Properties, LLC CUSTOM CABINETRY & HOOD Bell Custom Cabinetry RANGE Wolf DISHWASHER Bosch COUNTERTOPS Honed Calacatta marble (island) and honed soapstone (perimeter), La Piedra Inc. VENETIAN PLASTER WALLS Eve Gray, Tuscan Impressions AMERICAN CLAY CEILINGS Dameon Torrey METAL WINDOWS Russell Millworks CARPENTRY Dameon Torrey ISLAND PENDANT Goodman Hanging Lamp by Thomas O’Brien, Circa Lighting SCONCES Restoration Hardware FARMHOUSE SINK Rohl, PDI Plumbing WALL TILE Sonoma Tile Makers Stellar line 2x8” ceramic tile in platinum crackle finish, Specialty Tile HARDWARE Restoration Hardware ISLAND FAUCET Rohl, PDI Plumbing CLEANUP SINK FAUCET Kohler, PDI Plumbing

down from the ceiling. I much prefer one large element. This pendant is a Thomas O’Brien fi xture from Circa Lighting, and the sconces are from Restoration Hardware. We thought both had that vintage look, and that tied in with the other fi xtures in the room. IS THIS THE KITCHEN YOU’VE ALWAYS DREAMED OF? Absolutely. I’m actually very thankful that we didn’t do the kitchen years ago. And the original one was dreadful, with blue Formica countertops, cheap cabinets and blue handles. We lived with that for a long time, but I think we were able to create a much better kitchen because we allowed the house to progress. DO YOU EAT AT THE COUNTER NOW? Yes! We do it all the time. I don’t know how we ever lived without this kitchen. I don’t know where we lived. We spend almost all of our entertaining time in here now. The renovation just makes it that much more comfortable. 17

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24TH ANNUAL

KITCHEN CONTEST

WINNER

KITCHEN DESIGN

MATTHEW QUINN, DESIGN GALLERIA KITCHEN & BATH STUDIO CONTRACTOR

JOE PROHASKI, TOTAL HOME SERVICES

A TRUE CLASSIC

Two Ansley Park gourmands call upon Matthew Quinn for a cook’s quality kitchen steeped in tradition

THE BUDGET FOR THIS PROJECT—$31,000$50,000—STAYED NICE AND LOW CONSIDERING THE STRIKING RESULTS. HOW DID YOU KEEP EVERYTHING ON TRACK? Matthew Quinn: For one, we didn’t use real marble, but the next best thing—“Super White” granite. We kept the door style very simple, and only modified one wall. This is Ansley Park, so we couldn’t do anything to the windows. There are also a lot of stainless appliances, which the homeowners felt strongly about using, so we 20

didn’t have the costs associated with cabinetry panels. This is why I chose to powder-coat the hood. It creates a tailored look without too much stainless steel. DESIGN GALLERIA HOODS HAVE BECOME A SIGNATURE IN ATLANTA. It’s the stainless steel banding. I love a Chanel suit, or the details Paul Smith may add to the collar of a men’s shirt, or the lapel on a jacket. It’s those tiny tailoring details that I like to add to my work—subtle things that make it more special. THE STORY

BEHIND THIS KITCHEN IS VERY CURIOUS; WHEN THE HOMEOWNERS MOVED IN, THE HOUSE WAS MODERN, BUT THEY WANTED TO DO AWAY WITH EVERY HINT OF IT. Yes, they wanted the peace of mind that we’d stripped this house of everything modern and brought it back to its roots. The kitchen and the master bath were the last rooms they did. The rest of the house had a transitional feel to it. The kitchen was the fi nal frustration, but once it was redone, the home felt complete.

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KITCHEN DESIGNER Matthew Quinn, Design Galleria Kitchen & Bath Studio, 351 Peachtree Hills Ave. NE, Suite 234, Atlanta 30305. (404) 261-0111; designgalleria.net CONTRACTOR Joe Prohaski, Total Home Services CUSTOM CABINETRY Downsview “Verona” by Design Galleria APPLIANCES KitchenAid refrigerator, range and dishwasher; U-Line wine cooler HOOD Custom by Design Galleria COUNTERTOPS “Super White” granite by A&S Marble, fabricated by Holloway Tile & Marble BACKSPLASH TILE “Mercer” in dove crackle, Renaissance Tile & Bath CABINET HARDWARE The Matthew Quinn Collection, ADAC West PLUMBING Kindred stainless sink with Kohler “Vinnata” faucet, PDI Plumbing SCONCES OVER WINDOWS Pimlico in polished nickel, Circa Lighting

I NOTICE HOW YOU RELEGATED ALL OF THE VERTICAL ELEMENTS TO ONE CORNER SO THAT THE REST OF THE KITCHEN COULD SPREAD OUT.

It’s important in a small kitchen to always group tall elements together, because if you scatter them, not only does it break up your countertop space, but the separate zones can overtake the room. Containing storage in the corner helps the room feel much bigger, and here, every square millimeter has been maximized. The man of the house loves his coffee bar. THE HOMEOWNERS ARE FOODIES WHO DESIRED COMMERCIAL FEATURES. HOW DID YOU BRING THOSE ELEMENTS IN? First, they wanted a big range and hood. And he loved the idea of having all of his pots, pans and knives close at hand, so we allotted the wall to the left of the sink for them. It has a very restaurant-like look. This worked well, because it wouldn’t have made sense to run the cabinetry all the way to the window, and it saved space, too. FROM TASK TO AMBIENT, YOU’VE GOT THE LIGHTING COVERED. In my kitchens, lighting is always the most important element. It’s not only having the right fi xtures and the right amount, but having the flexibility to turn the right ones on and off. You’ve got to be able to set the mood for a romantic evening, for cleaning, for cooking, for entertaining; it must work from morning to night, and you should be able to create an emotion for each occasion. 21

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INTERIOR DESIGNER Karen Ferguson, Harrison Design Associates, 3198 Cains Hill Pl., Atlanta 30305. (404) 365-7760; harrisondesignassociates.com ARCHITECT William H. Harrison and Dawn M. Bennett, Harrison Design Associates KITCHEN DESIGN CONSULTANT Shirley McFarlane, McFarlane Design BUILDER AFG Builders CABINETS Berkeley Woodworking APPLIANCES Wolf and Sub-Zero COUNTERTOPS Silestone BACKSPLASH & FLOORING Materials Marketing FAUCETS & SINKS KWC CABINETRY HARDWARE Häfele DECORATIVE LIGHTING Flos Fucia 24

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MODERN WARMTH

A kitchen designed with mobility and sustainability in mind achieves equally high status for spaciousness and style

and having that large island is really conducive to entertaining. They’re empty nesters now, so they also wanted to make sure that as they aged, they’d be able to stay in the house as long as possible. That’s one way it’s sustainable. Layout-wise, it’s built to last. BUT THAT’S NOT THE ONLY “GREEN” FEATURE, IS IT? We put the refrigerator on one side of the induction cooktop and the double ovens on the opposite, so the appliances don’t have to work twice as hard to keep cool, or vice versa. The cabinets are made with recycled particle board, with cherry veneer from a renewable forest. We used a blue-green recycled-glass tile on the backsplash, which has great dimension. Its reflectivity almost mimics a window, with the depth that it brings. IT’S SO ARCHITECTURAL; ADORNMENTS WERE MINIMAL. THE SLEEK HARDWARE AND PARSONS-

DID THE HOMEOWNERS DESIRE? Karen Ferguson: When we began this project, they said they wanted a room that was clutter-free, but warm and inviting. Your typical gray-andwhite scheme just wasn’t going to work. This cream color, combined with the wood panels, was what I ran with. We kept the walls in a similar tone to keep everything fresh and neutral, with Silestone countertops in a similar palette. The uniformity is what creates the clean, modern look. YOU DELIN-

STYLE STOOLS LOOK SO SMART. It’s funny, because the hardware took me a couple days to figure out. In a kitchen like this, the handles have to have the perfect proportions and the perfect placement; otherwise, it will appear off-balance. I’m so particular about details. I even had the pendants rewired to make them more attractive. Attention to details like these may go unnoticed, but if we had left them alone, your eye would go straight to them. THAT FLOOR IS ONE GREAT EXAMPLE; IT EXUDES LUXURY AND WARMTH. It’s an antiqued marble, a natural material that didn’t come from far away. The homeowner wanted this kitchen to be super-durable, to be able to handle anything. She tortured a sample of the flooring for six weeks, pouring red wine and lemon juice on it. It held up nicely. YOU SELECTED AN INDUCTION COOKTOP,

EATED EACH PART OF THE ROOM BEAUTIFULLY.

WHICH IS SUPER HIGH-TECH. WERE THE OTHER

Because it was such a long space, we defi ned each area with a soffit above, and enhanced that with carefully placed lighting. I LOVE THE SENSE OF OPENNESS. Their son has special needs, so they wanted extra-wide pathways that would allow his wheel chair to move easily. The walkways give it such great flow,

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THIS KITCHEN IS MODERN, YET COZY. WHAT

24TH ANNUAL

KITCHEN CONTEST

WINNER

INTERIOR DESIGN

KAREN FERGUSON, HARRISON DESIGN ASSOCIATES ARCHITECTURE

WILLIAM H. HARRISON AND DAWN M. BENNETT, HARRISON DESIGN ASSOCIATES KITCHEN DESIGN CONSULTANT

SHIRLEY MCFARLANE, MCFARLANE DESIGN BUILDER

AFG BUILDERS

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ABOUT THE JUDGES >> FRANK G. NEELY, principal of Neely Design Associates, is a custom home designer that specializes in historically accurate homes, contextual architecture and renovations. Neely studied art at Spring Hill College, and then went on to earn a five-year professional degree in architecture from Auburn University. He has also taught a studio course on interior architectural detailing at Atlanta Intercontinental University for two years. Neely Design Associates has been awarded the Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles’ Kitchen of the Year award an unprecedented 10 times. The firm is also a three-time recipient of the Atlanta Urban Design Commission’s “Award of Excellence,” which is given for distinction in historic preservation. Additionally, Neely’s work continues to be published in numerous national, regional and local publications. >> WILLIAM PEACE (ASID) is the founder of Peace Design, a fullservice interior design firm with offices in Atlanta and Bozeman, Montana. The company’s project portfolio includes interiors for signature residences, destination restaurants, museums and select showrooms throughout the country. Peace’s striking interiors have been featured in the pages of Architectural Digest, Veranda, Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles and multiple luxury publications, including Ranches of the American West and Rustic Elegance. The philosophy of Peace Design is to create timeless, classic interiors by using quality materials, exquisite textiles and unique lighting to define the character of the space. A sense of continuity, comfort and simplicity is a common thread that runs throughout all of Peace Design’s projects.

>> RAYSA ROSENZWEIG (CKD) studied interior design at Pontificia Universidad Catolica Madre y Maestra in her native country of Dominican Republic. Here, she was the co-owner of a successful architecture and design firm that specialized in commercial and hospitality design. After moving to the United States, Rosenzweig transitioned to residential design, concentrating on kitchen and bath remodels. She went on to obtain her certification in kitchen design through the National Kitchen & Bath Association. Her commitment to design excellence is evident through her great attention to detail, innovative designs, and her ability to express her ideas through detailed drawings. Rosenzweig has also participated in several local showhouses. >> SANDY SLEZAK (AKBD) is a kitchen and bath designer with Diversified Cabinet Distributors. She has worked in the kitchen and bath industry for over 15 years and has earned her Associate Kitchen and Bath Designer certification from the National Kitchen & Bath Association. Her extensive experience with all types of cabinet construction and custom design is reflected in the many creative and timeless projects she has completed in the Atlanta area. Prior to kitchen design, and after earning her degree from the University of Chicago, Slezak worked independently, specializing in designing and fabricating drapery and other set decoration for local film and television productions.

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KITCHEN + BATH NEWS >> CONSTRUCTION RESOURCES’ newly expanded 30,000-squarefoot design center, CR Home, is now home to Atlanta Kitchen, Inc., which is showcasing the finest Cambria, Artisan Granite, Vetrazzo and Piedrafina countertops. Atlanta Marble Manufacturing, Inc. is exhibiting quality-cultured marble and tiling, while Atlanta Glass & Mirror, Inc. is showing their custom closets and frameless shower doors. Quality hardwoods and Mohawk carpeting from the newly acquired Builders Floor Covering & Tile will also be on display. 224 Rio Circle, Decatur 30030. (404) 378-3132; constructionresourcesusa.com >> NATIONAL BUILDER SUPPLY’s showroom is now open to the public. Located near Six Flags Over Georgia, NBS displays thousands of kitchen, bath and lighting products previously sold exclusively on the company’s website. 210 The Bluffs, Austell 30168. (866) 355-0310; nationalbuildersupply.com >> SPECIALTY TILE PRODUCTS ATLANTA is moving in March to Miami Circle. Construction has already started on the new 5,000-square-foot space that was formerly home to Pierre Deux. This move will double Specialty Tile’s square footage, allowing the company to showcase a larger range of products than ever before. 721 Miami Circle, Atlanta 30324. (404) 264-0727; specialtytile.com

>> HH GREGG has opened its first outpost within the Perimeter. This Buckhead location boasts a “Fine Lines” section, where Viking, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, GE Monogram and more are on display. 3637 Peachtree Rd., Atlanta 30326. (404) 460-4456; hhgregg.com >> CIRCA LIGHTING has doubled its showroom size by moving around the corner from its East Andrews location. 3078 Roswell Rd. NW, Atlanta 30305. (404) 233-4131; circalighting.com >> BUILDER SPECIALTIES recently welcomed COLONIAL LIGHTING within its space. Integrated displays now allow both companies to highlight their major brands. 761 Miami Circle NE, Atlanta 30324. (404) 233-6131; builderspecialties.net, colonial-lighting.com >> THE LIGHTING LOFT is now open on Miami Circle. The shop features modern lighting in a comfortable setting. 777 Miami Circle, Atlanta 30324. (404) 254-3286; lightingloft.com >> INNOVATIONS FURNITURE & LIGHTING has opened just off of I-85 in Norcross. The large showroom showcases transitional and contemporary furnishings and lighting options in engaging displays. 6500 Dawson Blvd., Norcross 30093. (770) 416-0808; innovationsfurnitureandlighting.com

>> BELL CUSTOM CABINETRY has expanded its range of offerings with a new division: Bell Closets. Closet displays are now on view at the showroom. 1250 Alpha Dr., Alpharetta 30004. (770) 751-7861; bellcabinets.com

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ON LOCATION With hard hats in tow, the Atlanta designers visited the Vermont Quarries operations (below), and had guided tours led by executives from the quarry and Magd Riad from Marmi Natural Stone. Once underground, the group saw the marble in its natural state and watched as a piece was excavated from the mountain (bottom). They learned about the entire process of getting the marble from block to slab to showrooms. To see more pictures from inside the working quarry, visit atlantahomesmag.com after January 1 for a slideshow of exclusive images.

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When Barbara Westbrook spotted a vintage French metal table at Linda Horsley Antiques, she knew it would be perfect for the porch of her 1897 clapboard cottage, located in a former mill village. The table’s patina was a perfect match for her unpretentious mix of wicker and other outdoor furnishings. Although it had a glass top, she chose to replace it with Mountain White marble. The new top was made with an edge detail of Westbrook’s own design, of which she created a full-scale hand drawing before it was fabricated. “My house feels cozy and relaxed, and now my porch reflects that, too,” says Westbrook.

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“I had the idea to use the stone vertically, instead of in the normal horizontal application,” says designer Susan Ferrier of the kitchen renovation she collaborated on with clients in Inman Park. Besides using the Montclair Danby marble in an aesthetically pleasing way, Ferrier devised a way that the area could be functional, too. “I designed a floating shelf to hover above the range and countertops, while keeping the intrinsic movement of the marble intact. In turn, the material becomes an architectural feature rather than just a surface application.” Ferrier adds that incorporating one large gesture in a small room calms a space—even a bustling kitchen. “The marble carries your eye up the wall, increasing the impact of the stone.” 39

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ON LOCATION While in the Hudson Valley, the Atlanta designers toured several historic residences for ideas and inspiration. At one private residence, the homeowners hosted the group for cocktails and dinner (below). Their home, dating from the early 20th century, featured an exquisite use of marble, including this bathroom (bottom).

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When tasked with creating a new master bath for long-time clients Don Easterling and Michael Proctor, Matthew Quinn of Design Galleria Kitchen & Bath Studio had to transform a litany of small spaces—laundry closet, guest room closet, master closet and original master bath—to create the new room. The historic house was also orignially designed by legendary classicist Philip Shutze, so any new space needed to be appropriate to the rest of the home, which exudes a timeless quality. “I had slabbed walls with marble before, but never with a panel design,” says Quinn, who used Montclair Danby in the room. “But without the panels, it would be too contemporary.” Inspired by baths from Europe, Quinn’s design for the space was completed before the trip to the quarry, but it was serendipitous because a bath at one of the historic estates (bottom left) was similar to his design. “It was confi rmation that my design for this house was appropriate for its era,” says Quinn. “And it was helpful in letting the clients know that this marble was an incredible investment for the long term.”

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Designer Tish Mills’ own master bath appears to float like a cloud. Washed ash cabinetry hovers above the floor. The Imperial Danby marble is elevated just a smidge above the vanity— again, seemingly hovering. Both add space and volume, as well as an airiness, to the room. “I love things that are glam mixed with things that are organic,” says Mills. “Watching that block being cut out of the quarry was so powerful to me. If you look at my tub, I wanted it to feel like its own block of marble.” A chevron pattern on the tower delineates the tub and shower areas, and is an innovative solution for accomodating plumbling fi xtures and fitting both a tub and shower into a tight space. “Sherwin Williams Pure White is on the walls, with an accent color on the ceiling. It’s cozy,” says Mills. “The colors and the white marble push the light everywhere.” Just like in a cloud.

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“This kitchen didn’t have much natural light in it, and we wanted it to feel lighter and brighter,” says designer Mark Williams of his client’s project, pre-renovation. “So the Vermont Quarries’ signature product—white marble—was a perfect match. The kitchen isn’t terribly large, so we wanted to make it feel larger, too, and the stone helped us do that.” Williams created his design scheme with a simple palette and just four main design components: cabinetry, countertop, backsplash and polished nickel hardware and fi xtures. “Our backsplash tile has a different texture than stone, but it really responded to the veining in the Imperial Danby marble on the countertops,” says Williams. “One of my passions is getting in touch with materials I’m using, understanding their raw state and how to bring them to life in fabrication. Seeing this marble in its most natural state at the quarry was exciting.”

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LIFE HUFF HARRINGTON FINE ART HOSTS ITS ANNUAL “GRAND AFFAIR” EXTRAVAGANZA, WHERE WORKS BY NANCY FRANKE, JUDY COX, TRACY SHARP (PICTURED) AND OTHERS, ARE ALL PRICED UNDER $1,000. 1/18-2/1. 4240 RICKENBACKER DR., ATLANTA 30342. (404) 257-0511; HUFFHARRINGTON.COM

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Naomi von Habersham You might recall that last January’s column was about the “New Me” and all of my highfalutin’ goals for 2012. So how did I fare? Not so well. It seems that the “New Me” was not as motivated as I had hoped. I did paint my dining room in Farrow & Ball’s Brinjal, just like I said that I would, but I never did get around to upholstering my sofa in an animal print fabric. And I threw only one Sunday night spaghetti supper like those hosted by the late Nan Kempner. It turned out to be such a royal pain in the you-know-what that I never attempted it again. Hosting weekly dinner parties must be easy when one has a staff like Kempner did. I have decided that this year, I’m going back to being the “Old Me,” one who doesn’t set such lofty goals for herself. Rather than shoot for the moon, I’ll focus on what’s doable and, more importantly, what interests me. Enough of thinking that I can implore Swifty’s to open an Atlanta locale as I had hoped last year. This year, I’ll simply make their Twin Burgers or Cheese Soufflés at home. Want to know what else I plan to do this year? ~ Cook my way through Atlantan Alex Hitz’s recently published cookbook, My Beverly Hills Kitchen. Who doesn’t want to put a little South, namely fried chicken, tomato aspic, and caramel cake, in their mouths? ~ Read my way through all of the late British writer Nancy Mitford’s books. Enough of The Hunger Games and Fifty Shades of Grey. Just give me a good, old-fashioned book with some good, old-fashioned writing. ~ Wear more skirts and dresses. I think about this every time I watch Designing Women. Yes, the women of Sugarbaker’s had big hair and bigger shoulder pads, but they always looked like true Southern ladies in their skirt suits and stockings! ~ Support all of Cheshire Bridge’s old-school restaurants like Alfredo’s, Nino’s, The Red Snapper and The Colonnade. All four have stood the test of time, and I think we should reward them for their longevity.

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Hot Toddies RESTAURANT EUGENE’s Bar Manager Nick Hearin has created a signature Southern toddy that features fresh-brewed tea made of lemongrass and peanuts, which is mixed with Willet Pot Still Reserve Bourbon and topped with crushed roasted peanuts. 2277 Peachtree Rd., Atlanta 30309. (404) 355-0321; restauranteugene.com LEON’S FULL SERVICE serves up hot buttered rum on n its winter cocktail menu. El Dorado 12-year-old Dem-erara Rum—which boasts notes of honeyed tropicall d fruit, along with more brooding tobacco, cedar and d pepper flavors—is combined with hot water, spiced butter and nutmeg. 131 East Ponce de Leon Ave., Decatur 30030. (404) 687-0500; leonsfullservice.com

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“When it comes to winter greens, I’m partial to Swiss chard. At 4th & Swift, we sauté the greens in olive oil with shaved garlic and cracked pepper. It’s a simple preparation, but they are full of earthy flavor and great color, making them a great side for almost anything. One of my favorite dishes!” –Chef Jay Swift, 4th & Swift

“I like making delicately flavored ricotta dumplings mixed with Kuri squash. They’re browned golden on the outside, yet left fluffy on the inside and paired with lightly sautéed mustard greens, roasted hen-of-the-woods mushrooms and a smoked onion puree. The mustard greens give it that spicy punch that I love.” –Chef Chip Ulbrich, South City Kitchen

European eatery and wine bar LA TAGLIATELLA recently opened its first U.S. outpost in Atlanta. Already a crowd favorite for those seeking authentic Italian cuisine in cities across France and Spain, the new restaurant brings over 400 combinations of pastas and sauces, antipasti, salads and carpaccios to the Metropolis on Midtown Mile. A second location is slated to open early this year at Emory Point. 919 Peachtree St., Atlanta 30309. facebook. com/latagliatellausa

“When the temperature drops I enjoy making a hearty chard-andwhite bean soup. Imagine leafy chard mixed with creamy white beans and an mélange of garden vegetables that’s finished with great olive oil and freshly grated Parmesan. It’s a perfect, soul satisfying elixir that warms my heart.” –Chef Gerry Klaskala, Aria

▼ The team behind West Egg Cafe unveils its newest delistyle concept, THE GENERAL MUIR, this month. The fullservice restaurant—complete with a bar, coffee shop and pastry counter—is serving up traditional deli classics like pastrami, smoked fish and hand-rolled, kettle-boiled bagels. Executive Chef Todd Ginsberg (formerly of Bocado) will offer innovative takes on traditional Jewish dishes, as well. The deli’s unique name pays homage to the refugee ship that transported co-owner Jennifer Johnson’s family to the U.S. following World War II. 1540 Avenue Pl., Suite B230, Atlanta 30329. facebook.com/ thegeneralmuir

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In this late-1940s ranch home, beams were added to the dining room ceiling to differentiate the space from the neighboring kitchen. The chandelier is from Circa Lighting, and the Êtagères are by Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams.

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above The home's façade is in the spirit of Palladian design. left A tufted ottoman from Axis Twenty centers the cocktail party-ready living room. A sumptuous gray mohair sofa by Todd Hase is punctuated by the more elaborate pair of black chairs from Scott Antique Markets. The painting is one of artist Gene Davis’ signature striped pieces.

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RONICALLY, the homeowners of this late-1940s ranch had merely a small modification in mind for their Atlanta home—the addition of a laundry and powder room. But once they began to brainstorm with architect Laura Howard DePree, the ideas began to snowball. Though DePree still considers the project a simple renovation, the changes that were made transformed everything about the house, while only moving a few walls and doorways. “It’s all about how you enter and move through the space,” says DePree. “The house has a graciousness and casualness.” Ten-foot ceilings, unusual in a ranch home, made the process easier. Classical elements marry with modern touches to give the house verve and to suit the homeowners’ personalities. A new cedar shake roof, striking metal-and-glass doors and simple, smoothfi nish stucco elevate the style. “It is now in the spirit of Palladian architecture. I was inspired by the fact that the original Palladian Italian villas were working farmhouses,” explains DePree, “very much like American ranch houses were built for post-war working families.” Art collectors at heart, the couple wanted a neutral interior design fueled by comfort and function. They turned to Randy and Courtney Tilinski at Bungalow Classic. Consulting with the Tilinskis, the wife would often bring pages from magazines as inspiration. Randy noticed one designer’s work in most of the pictures— Beth Webb of Beth Webb Interiors. So after two years of living in the renovated house, the homeowners asked Webb to refresh, rearrange and renew the interiors. She started by removing what wasn’t needed—a coffee table here, a china cabinet there. Then she layered the interiors with accesso56

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above An antique Aubusson rug anchors the living room. The homeowners rotate their collection so that works of art are never touched by direct sunlight. A piece by Robert Motherwell is propped above the mantel. A yellow abstract by Josef Albers nestles in the corner. opposite, top to bottom A comfortable club chair from Bungalow Classic mixes company with a classic antique chest from ABC Carpet and Home and the more modern shaped drinks table from Mathews Furniture Galleries. The mirror and metal lamp are from Scott Antique Markets. Previously unused by the homeowners, the porch now beckons with a vaulted ceiling and calming terrazzo floors. “You really feel like you are up in the trees,” says Webb. Woven outdoor furniture and cushions by Aventis. End table, Bungalow Classic.

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left and below “The study almost looks like a black-and-white photo, it’s so monochromatic,” says Webb. Comfort and durability are key for the sofa and chairs, which are available at Bungalow Classic. Simple panel draperies from Restoration Hardware and pillows from Scott Antique Markets soften the room. opposite The kitchen, designed by Hearth & Home Interiors, features a seamless marble backsplash and sconces from Waterworks. Walnut stools designed by Norman Cherner offer casual spots to eat.

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above Beyond the stone wall, the formal pool area gives way to the natural forest. The landscape design is by John Howard of Howard Design Studio. opposite The master bedroom is an intimate space that is soft and inviting. The bedding from Restoration Hardware complements the rug and chairs from ABC Carpet and Home. A piece by Joan Miro hangs over the bed. End table, Bungalow Classic. Lamp, Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams.

ries, pillows, lamps and throws. “I took this great canvas and fi lled in the blanks,” says Webb. Since the owners’ collection is never complete, Webb focused on fashioning understated rooms to complement the art. The living room is a perfect example. All the pieces were perfectly lovely, but they were a hodgepodge from the owners’ other homes and various rooms. Webb wanted to give them air and space, visually, and create different seating areas to inspire the couple and their guests to linger. Some tweaks were simple enough, like pulling in a drinks table from another room and adding new lamps. Others took Webb’s designer eye and expertise: rearranging shelves, reconfiguring art placement, and weaving in objects with different heights and dimension. The end result is a home full of character, warmth and personality. “I used to be a big symmetrical person,” Webb admits. “But perfectly perfect is so boring. It’s much more interesting to mix things up.” SEE RESOURCES, BACK OF BOOK. 60

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ARCHITECT RODOLFO CASTRO AND INTERIOR DESIGNER EDWARD BELDING CONQUER THE COMPLEX TASK OF MELDING CONTEMPORARY ARCHITECTURE WITH WARM AND INVITING INTERIORS

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left “Imagine that Corbusier had come over in the 1930s, found this piece of property and built a modern structure and just left it there. That’s the feel that we were going for; not necessarily contemporary but more of a modern house,” says architect Rodolfo Castro about this two-story treasure. A combination of Georgia granite and oversized concrete bricks adds interest to the exterior layers. below A tray ceiling designed by Castro and Belding adds architectural interest to the dining room. A chandelier from Circa Lighting hangs above the homeowner’s Stickley table. Montresor buffet and Chinon chairs by Jiun Ho, available through R Hughes. Malayer Persian rug, Sullivan Fine Rugs. Quartz crystal by Ron Dier, available through Jerry Pair & Associates.

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Belding enlisted metalsmith Charles Calhoun to custom design a fireplace surround in the family room. A slab of stone is encased in a unique steel frame that widens as it nears the wall of windows. Wide walnut planking by Skylar Morgan softens the space and adds warmth to the walls. Turn-around swivel club chairs, Coup d’Etat through R Hughes. Sultanabad Persian, Sullivan Fine Rugs. Roman Ring floor lamp, Alison Berger Glassworks through Holly Hunt Lighting at Jerry Pair. Aspen firewood bucket, Tuell and Reynolds through R Hughes. Petrified wood, Chip & Co. through R Hughes. Onyx bowls through Jerry Pair.

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HREE YEARS AGO, Edward Belding was enlisted by a contractor to manage the interior specifications for a traditional two-story house to be constructed on an acre-and-a-half lot in Brookhaven. But it wasn’t long before the interior designer started to see a disconnect between the type of house the homeowners envisioned— “green,” seamless connection to the outdoors and retirementfriendly—and the house being drawn. After the homeowners determined they were looking for a more modern vernacular, Belding called on former Summerour Architects colleague Rodolfo Castro to go back to the drawing board and design a contemporary home uniquely suited to the couple’s passions and needs. Both accomplished doctors and avid birders, the pair fell in love with a piece of property north of Buckhead that was once a nursery, but now home to a derelict ranch and overgrown trees. But that sort of natural, grown-wild environment was exactly what the homeowners wanted: a place where they could not only attract, protect and feed birds, but also take out their binoculars in any room in the house to catch them in action. Castro, landscape architect John Howard and builder

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left A pair of tufted velvet Coup d’Etat swivel chairs graces the living room. below Landscape architect John Howard collaborated with architect Rodolfo Castro and builder Geoff Duncan to site the house in such a way that its steep lot, about one and a half acres, could accommodate a walk-out backyard with a pool, terrace and a generous amount of green space. The homeowners, both avid birders, worked with the Atlanta Audubon Society to certify their backyard as a registered wildlife sanctuary. opposite The library is dark, cozy and handsome and filled with the homeowners’ personal treasures, including baskets from their travels to Botswana. A paneled wall with a painting by Georgia artist Bill Turner opens to reveal a Murphy bed. Skull lamp by Blackman Cruz, available through R Hughes. The Turkish rug is from Sullivan Fine Rugs. Nesting tables and antique leather chairs with nailhead trim, Nicholson Gallery.

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Geoff Duncan helped the couple fulfi ll that dream by the way they sited the house on its steep lot, leaving the backyard— nearly three-quarters of an acre—completely natural. And following the project’s completion, the homeowners were able to establish their land as a certified wildlife sanctuary with the Atlanta Audubon Society. Aside from designing the house in tune with its environment, one of Castro’s main objectives was to design a “forever” house—one that would not only act as a luxurious retreat for its well-traveled homeowners, but also suit their needs as they, and members of their family, aged. In the cozy and compact library, for instance, a wall panel conceals a Murphy bed, while an adjacent bathroom is ADA-compliant. Inside, it was also important that the interiors not look or feel like a stark-white modern box; that’s where Belding’s interior expertise and black book transformed the residence’s sleek architectural bones into a home even die-hard tradi67

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tionalists would love. Take the living room, for instance, where a steel-framed slab of marble fashions a one-of-a-kind mantel and fi replace surround on a planked walnut wall. But its dimension is deceiving: the steel frame widens from three inches to five the closer it gets to the window. That walnut-steel motif is repeated in the master bedroom, where Belding again enlisted metal artist Charles Calhoun and furniture designer Skylar Morgan to design an oversized headboard—which nearly reaches the ceiling—to soften the room’s volume. With the exception of the library, Belding painted the interior walls Pratt & Lambert Shadow Beige, a neutral that adds color without overpowering. And, while you won’t fi nd many casings or mouldings in this modern home, the designer added interest (and elegance) to the dining room in the form of a tray ceiling. But beyond his injections of custom-designed warmth, it’s Belding’s selections of comfortable, conversation-inducing pieces that not only cushions its modern vernacular, but also make this 4,000-square-foot home as comfortable for two as it is for twenty. SEE RESOURCES, BACK OF BOOK. 70

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above To soften the volume of the master bedroom, Belding enlisted Skylar Morgan and Charles Calhoun to design a massive walnut headboard encased in steel. Custom side tables by Skylar Morgan Furniture and Design (SMFD). Bollicina lamps, Donghia. Shirvan Russian rug, Sullivan Fine Rugs. The bed linens are by Libeco, available through Nicholson Gallery. opposite A large window in the master bath allows natural light to ood the sybaritic space throughout the day.

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a chef ’s KITCHEN

FOR KEVIN RATHBUN AND HIS WIFE, MELISSA, DESIGNER JOEL KELLY INTERPRETS OLD NEW ORLEANS STYLE IN A CONTEMPORARY VERNACULAR Written by Heather J. Paper Photographed by Erica George Dines 73

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SWEEPING GLANCE of Melissa and Kevin Rathbun’s Morningside kitchen belies the diversity it represents. She, who loves all that is New Orleans, wanted to incorporate elements of the city’s rich architecture, while he—one of Atlanta’s most celebrated chefs—was steadfast in his desire for clean, modern style. As it turns out, however, there was no need for compromise; thanks to the deft hand of architect/designer Joel Kelly, the two diverse viewpoints coexist beautifully, creating one extraordinary space. “It’s very open, and the spaces are expansive,” notes the designer. “It’s a modern take on New Orleans style; with 12-ft ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows, it feels like one of the old row houses—but not in that decaying state. It’s a really clean version of what those houses would have been like.” The kitchen design, like the rest of the house, was a “very quick process,” says Kelly. “Both Melissa and Kevin knew what they wanted, and we were in sync from the get-go.” In fact, the only real challenge came in determining the color palette. “Melissa doesn’t like brown, so we put together an unusual black-on-black palette. We had to fi nd just the right subtle grays and blacks that came together without clashing.” Balancing the abundance of dark neutrals, however, is a generous dose of lighter shades—in the walls, the ceiling, even floors that have been bleached and pickled to white, then given a white-gray stain. (In yet another nod to New Orleans, the Rathbuns refer to the color as “Gumbo.”) And the entire room sparkles, thanks to custom chandeliers by Fabbian that Kelly painstakingly installed himself, each made up of 140 crystal tiles. “They become an architectural element of sorts,” says Kelly, “acting as room dividers, too.” Appropriate for a chef of Rathbun’s stature, the kitchen is fitted with Viking appliances from Hadco—a good fit for the expansive space. “I’m a big guy, and I like big houses,” he says. But this kitchen proves his talents lie beyond the culinary world. “I love design, and I wanted it to be timeless,” he adds. But Kelly takes that one step further, offering the ultimate compliment: “He could have been an architect or a designer, if he chose that path.” High praise indeed. SEE RESOURCES, BACK OF BOOK.

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Preceding spread Honed black Cambria graces the countertops of Melissa and Kevin Rathbun’s kitchen. Zebrawood cabinets were given several applications of indigo and ebony stains, creating a blue-black finish that allows the striping to show through. Barstools, Calligaris. Clockwise, from top left The dining area of the 60x19 space features a custom 12-foot-long table by Molteni & Co. “There is only one in the world this long and it’s at their house,” says designer Joel Kelly. Chairs, Holly Hunt. Cowhide rug, Stark. In a nod to Melissa’s beloved New Orleans, the Rathbuns refer to the color of the bleached and pickled floor as “Gumbo.” To accommodate Kevin’s height, kitchen counters are 39 inches tall, though the sink is dropped to standard height. The faucet is by Kohler. “When you have a height difference of over a foot between the husband and wife, you have to figure out a way to allow them both to use the same kitchen,” says Kelly. A 600-slot wine wall—a nod to Kevin’s three, and soon to be four, restaurants—provides a stunning art piece. Melissa and Kevin in their Morningside kitchen.

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LIFE QUINTESSENTIALLY ATLANTA

STERLING SILVER

What makes an Atlanta house a HOME? In the debut installment of our yearlong series examining the objects that are essential to every Atlanta residence, MARCIA SHERRILL tackles the shiniest first

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ong ago, our female ancestors buried their silver (prudent) along with their money (not so much) to save it from General Sherman and Company. Sterling conferred status and honored the family. A family’s silver—OK, a woman’s silver—was a part of her trousseau and her legacy as she passed from her daddy’s house to her husband’s. The bigger the service, the more worth she had. If an antebellum lady decried, “set the table for 40,” that pretty much summed it up. And silver had heft. The heavier the silver the better it was deemed to be. So what if guests sustained a wrist injury while using it? Sterling today has not wandered far from its proud familial roots. Sterling was good enough for the Anatolians in 4000 B.C., so it was good enough for Meemaw, too. Now, we may have the everyday stainless for dinners of manwiches or Lean Pockets, but every Southern girl pines away for her own silver. Silver is king. French silver even more so. It’s on almost

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The world’s most luxurious hotel group has arrived in Atlanta. Mandarin Oriental, Atlanta 3376 Peachtree Road NE, Atlanta, GA 30326 For reservations, visit mandarinoriental.com/atlanta or call (404) 995 7500.

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