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Contents AUGUST 2022
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Written in Stone
Inspired by an English Manor, a stone-walled Cashiers home overlooking the mountains offers an idyllic getaway for a gracious Atlanta family 76
Coastal Alchemy
Melanie Turner Interiors crafts a bohemian beach retreat on the Gulf Coast with an unmistakable California cool allure 90
Sunshine State of Mind
A coastal gem is infused with new life thanks to a joyful refresh in the form of whimsical patterns, bold colors and thoughtfully displayed collections
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LIFE
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Weaving a New Legacy
Two former longtime Atlantans have taken the West Coast design scene by storm with their entrepreneurial spirit, exquisite eye and covetable textiles 20
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Book Look
As stifling summer days prolong, AH&L shares the charming page-turners offering endless design and entertaining inspiration
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Property Report
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Calendar Happenings this month
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Naomi On transportive decorations
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Dish Brassica
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Passport to Style
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End Note In Love With…Geometrics
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Editor’s Letter
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Ad Index
On the Cover INTERIOR DESIGNER FRANCIE HARGROVE
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Mountain Muse
The motor court of a Cashiers, North Carolina, home allows visitors to park and enter the front door directly. “The courtyard is meant to be almost like an exterior foyer that says, ‘Come in and relax,’” says architect Ryan Duffey. The landscaping was done by landscape architect Jeremy Smearman of Planters.
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WRITTEN in STONE
Inspired by an English Manor, a stone-walled Cashiers home overlooking the mountains offers an idyllic getaway for a gracious Atlanta family Written by TATE GUNNERSON Photographed by DAVID CHRISTENSEN Produced by LAUREN IVERSON
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Curvaceous Corners
A chandelier from Ainsworth-Noah calls attention to the plastered barrel ceiling in the great room, where sofas from Lee Industries flank a glass-top coffee table from Arteriors in front of a stone fireplace.
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Quaint Corridor
Sheer draperies with a hint of cashmere from Kravet soften the steel windows in the front loggia, which is furnished with a pair of hide-covered benches from McALPINE and slipper chairs by Formations through Jerry Pair. opposite The custom office cabinetry by Kingdom Woodworks displays the wife’s collection of seagrass baskets.
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ENAMORED BY THE IDEAL summer weather and recreational activities in Cashiers, North Carolina, an Atlanta couple asked architect Ryan Duffey to design a retreat for themselves and future generations. Constructed with time-tested materials such as granite, slate and copper, the English Manor-style home he created looks as if it might have stood there for decades. “[The materials] have a classic look and feel, and they will weather well,” he says. Low, curved stone walls define the verdant courtyard, creating a welcoming first impression. Surrounded by a wall of glass, the front door opens to a long loggia with bluestone flooring that connects the two sides of the home. An arch separates the loggia from the great room,
mirroring the glass doors that sit opposite of it. Simply slide those doors into the wall, and the space is completely open to the exterior, where a flagstone patio overlooks a golf course and the rolling mountains in the distance. “Nothing is in your way,” says Duffey. Interior designer Francie Hargrove collaborated closely with Duffey on the interior finishes, weighing in on the cabinetry design throughout and the decision to slather the stone fireplaces with a chalky coating that complements the Venetian plaster walls. “What made this project so outstanding and unusual is the marriage of the stone with soft materials,” she says, pointing to the barrel ceilings and plush furnishings.
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Coastal Alchemy MELANIE TURNER INTERIORS crafts a bohemian beach retreat on the Gulf Coast with an unmistakable California cool allure Written by SEJAL BHIMA Photographed by MALI AZIMA
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Secret Solitude
A private loggia off the guest suite features a striking patterned Ann Sacks tile.
W WHEN ASKED TO DESCRIBE her ideal clients, the homeowners of this Alys Beach getaway are quick to come to mind for interior designer Melanie Turner. “The relationship we have with this couple is what designers wish for,” she says. This project marks their fifth time working together, but most importantly, Turner notes, “Each time, they give us the space to experiment and try new things.” For her part, Turner—who’s mastered juxtaposing styles from a range of eras as well as risk-taking aesthetics—has given each of their homes a distinct personality, while always staying true to the couple’s fresh and youthful style. So after purchasing their latest property in Alys Beach, a threestory home located adjacent to the community’s prized Gulf Green, the couple looked to Turner once again.
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Color Code
left Interior designer Melanie Turner dressed a pair of Kelly Wearstler swivel chairs with a pop of color and pattern. The home’s architecture is by Khoury Vogt Architects. opposite Vintage details abound in the living room, from the coffee table and rattan chair to the large painting holding court in the space.
Inspired by their response to vintage art (many of the pieces making it into the home’s final design), Turner and her team proposed a “California boho beach house” vibe. Defined by a profusion of soft layers, fun colors and midcentury flair, the aesthetic also allowed them to highlight Moroccan flourishes from the home’s previous iteration (which was featured in Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles in 2017). More than 1,000 sandblasted white oak pieces forming a motif on the ceiling were left intact over the living room, which Turner anchored with a striking coral-and-turquoise painting. A lowprofile sectional sits equally pretty just below, while vintage accents—from a rattan chair to a turtle shell sconce—further play up the home’s eclectic charm. Leaning into the couple’s desire for “easy living” at the beach, a new dining area was
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SUNSHINE STATE OF MIND
A coastal gem is infused with new life thanks to JOHN OETGEN’S joyful refresh in the form of whimsical patterns, bold colors and thoughtfully displayed collections Written by SUSAN HALL Photographed by JESSIE PREZA
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Floridian Flair
“The house feels like a vacation,” says interior designer John Oetgen of the home’s sunny yellow stucco and ocean-going turquoise shutters. The tower encompasses the spiral staircase with windows tracing the line of the steps. opposite A lush scene welcomes guests in the foyer, anchored by a mural handpainted by Oetgen.
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Coastal Cues
A variety of seating areas outfitted in vibrant Clarence House fabrics invite lively conversation in the living room. The late 18th-century French armchairs are covered in a hot pink Tibet print, and the sofa is outfitted in a strie velvet.
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WHO BETTER TO DECORATE YOUR HOME than a best friend who is also an incredibly talented designer? John Oetgen has orchestrated interiors for clients galore, but for the owner of this stucco beauty on a lagoon in Northeast Florida, it was an exercise in utter trust. “She is a dear, dear friend,” says Oetgen. Oetgen and the homeowner became close while neighbors in Ansley Park, which grew into antiques-gathering getaways in France and working together to outfit homes in Atlanta, North Carolina and Florida. After grieving the loss of her beloved husband, the homeowner asked Oetgen to give her Florida abode a joyful update. Oetgen knew the talented cook, adept hostess and ardent traveler would embrace a spruce-up that celebrated her passions and love of sharing them with family and friends, and their close relationship meant he could follow his instincts when it came to capturing her style. “I know how she dresses, I know how she entertains and she’s a great cook,” says Oetgen. “She studied under Simone Beck in France; she’s been all over the world. She’s a great entertainer. She’s a great personality. She’s fun as can be.” What evolved is a Florida-meets-French aesthetic that honors the home’s coastal station and the owner’s affinity for French cooking, antiques and general joie de vivre. Whimsy abounds in color, pattern and her impressive collections.
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Montage Healdsburg
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HAUTE IN HEALDSBURG
Haven’t heard of HEALDSBURG? It’s the tiny California town that’s big on bold wines, farm-to-table cuisine and a luxury resort that’s the perfect base for enjoying it all
IT’S BARELY 10 A.M. AND A casual-cool crowd at the Montage Healdsburg resort is already parked in front of flickering firepits, languidly swirling glasses of wine starring vibrant hues of garnet or golden-white. “It’s called the ‘wine country breakfast,’” quips our driver as he whisks us away to our first tasting of the day. While Napa Valley and Sonoma usually dominate travelers’ wine vacations, the lesser-talked-about city of Healdsburg is gaining attention for its small-town charm, creative culinary scene and fine wine that flows from more than 160 wineries. Roughly a 90-minute drive from San Francisco and one hour from Napa, the tiny town flaunts the unique position of being surrounded by three covetable wine regions: the Alexander Valley, Dry Creek Valley and Russian River Valley.
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Part of Healdsburg’s recent buzz is centered around the Montage Healdsburg, the area’s popular luxury resort that, like a leggy, full-bodied wine, stretches over 258 acres. Enveloped by centuries-old oak trees and rolling vineyards, staying here means retreating to freestanding bungalow-style rooms and suites that resemble high-design tree houses and are sprinkled around the property for ultimate privacy. Suites feature terraces fitted with firepits, ideal for drinking in the serene surroundings while sipping a Bordeaux-style blend from nearby Aperture Cellars—Aperture’s young winemaker Jesse Katz also oversees the Montage’s 25 acres of vineyards—and amenities like airy outdoor showers and indoor soaking tubs that are a welcome respite after a day of imbibing. From the seasonal, locally sourced cuisine at Hazel Hill
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clockwise from above The Montage Healdsburg lobby welcomes guests with a floating fireplace and open-air terrace, both perfect spots to sip a glass of wine while enjoying stunning views. Energize your morning with a yoga class among the vines. Comstock Winery & Tasting Room offers unique varietals that speak to the region. Bungalow-style suites offer high-design furnishings and private terraces fitted with fire pits that tempt guests to linger. Dinner at signature restaurant, Hazel Hill, feels magical at night with lights twinkling in the trees. opposite Montage Healdsburg resort stretches over 258 acres, with picturesque views of vineyards, centuries-old oak trees and surrounding nature.
restaurant, which transforms into a fairy-tale setting in the evenings with trees aglow in twinkling lights, to activities like barefoot yoga set among the vines, where you’ll feel the earth’s energy as you breathe and bend, the resort pays homage to the land. Even pampering treatments at Spa Montage tout local products, particularly the Sonoma Blend Massage, which involves a relaxing rubdown with extravirgin olive oil from a nearby farm. The Montage is the perfect base for exploring Healdsburg’s adorable downtown dotted with eclectic shops, must-try restaurants from Barndiva to The Matheson and unique experiences like The Harris Gallery, which is a father-and-son-owned art gallery that doubles as a tasting room. Don’t miss tastings at Jordan Vineyard & Winery, where you’ll meander through the French-style chateau to hear about its 50-year history and end with a food and wine pairing in their elegant library. Journey to the dreamy setting of Medlock Ames Winery at Bell Mountain Ranch for organically farmed wine coupled with local cheeses, and Comstock Wines stands out for their chef-driven pairings, particularly their drool-inducing grilled-cheese flight. As your time comes to an end, Healdsburg will leave you wistful for a large plot of land and mornings that begin with a glass—or two—of wine. montagehotels.com/healdsburg
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