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ESCAPES LUXE LIVING NEAR AND FAR
Contents AUGUST 2023
HOME 62
Coastal Chic
At Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles’ latest showhouse concept, designer Melanie Turner’s new take on coastal decor is a veritable breath of fresh air 86
Relaxed & Refreshed
Bespoke architectural details and stylish furnishings buoy this Seaside, Florida, dwelling with expansive sand, sky and sea views 106
Change of Scenery
With a color palette informed by nature, Anna-Wooten Loggins takes a second home in Cashiers, North Carolina, from cozy cabin to chic retreat
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Celebrating Summer
Don Easterling and Nina Long of Mathews Design Group fashion a classic and sophisticated summer soirée 18
LIFE 26
Property Report
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Calendar Happenings this month
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Naomi On Second Homes
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Dish Yalda
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End Note Amber Guyton’s Must-Haves
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Editor’s Letter
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Ad Index
A Color Story
On the Cover
Liven your spaces with these brightly-hued finds 121
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INTERIOR DESIGNER BETH WEBB INTERIOR DESIGN
Passport to Style
From Montana to South Carolina and the Danube river in Europe, gain inspiration for your next getaway
ARCHITECT T.S. ADAMS STUDIO, ARCHITECTS
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ESCAPES
PHOTOGRAPHY BY LISA ROMEREIN
LUXE LIVING NEAR AND FAR
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TA B L E T O P S
Home Base
Featuring wicker furniture and with easy access to the kitchen, the porch’s elegant and traditional style is perfect for summer entertaining. right Nina Long and Don Easterling of Mathews Design Group.
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At his personal home in Ansley Park, DON EASTERLING and NINA LONG of MATHEWS DESIGN GROUP fashion a classic and sophisticated summer soirée
Produced by LAUREN IVERSON Photographed by DAVID CHRISTENSEN Styled by YVONNE ORCHARD
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TA B L E T O P S
“Fresh florals are a must and elevate any tabletop; take cues from what’s seasonal and it will always look right.” —Don Easterling
Mix & Mingle
above A seating area adjacent to the dining table allows guests to mingle before eating. right Dessert is always within reach on a console by Bungalow Classic through Mathews Furniture + Design. opposite Woven chargers by Erika Reade Ltd. and white scalloped plates by Nellie Howard Ossi for Dillards serve as an elevated canvas for blue-and-white plates, napkins and other serveware.
ATLANTA HOMES & LIFESTYLES: Your tabletop exudes summertime elegance. What was the inspiration behind the design? NINA LONG: We lean toward classic design, and with this being outdoors, it needed to feel less formal. We like blueand-white porcelain—there’s a lot of it in the house—so we thought it would be fun to incorporate that. That was our starting point, and then we thought it would be pretty to do a palette with touches of green, blues, creams and a little bit of purple. Nature is always an inspiration and we didn’t want to compete with the lush landscape. AH&L: Having multiple hangout spots for guests is both
charming and efficient. Tell us more about your various entertaining zones. DON EASTERLING: What’s great about the outdoor area is how well it all flows—whether it’s six people or 60. The best part is you can open the doors and seamlessly go from the keeping room and kitchen area to the porch, and from the open-air porch you feel connected to the pool area below, then around the pool area you have the pavilion. There’s a lot of spaces for movement with either a larger group or when relaxing in a more intimate setting. AH&L: Your tabletop is a mix of fun prints in a classic color scheme. What elements can our readers infuse to elevate 15
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Citrus Punch
NEWS
Low on vitamin C? The vibrant Arance wallpaper in Orange/Cream by COLE & SON will give you a veritable boost. Available through Lee Jofa; kravet.com, cole-and-son.com
TUTTI fruitti Liven up your home with a kaleidoscope of color Produced by CLINTON SMITH
IN THE ROUND
all aglow
TRUDON’s Tuileries Classic Scented Candle is as pretty as it smells.
Grab a seat or kick up your feet on the Lily Pouf by RAFAEL DE CARDENAS for MITCHELL GOLD + BOB WILLIAMS. mgbwhome.com, rafaeldecardenas.com
VIVID READS
Available through Hudson Grace; hudsongracesf.com
TRIM TALK SAMUEL & SONS’ multicolored Veranda Linen Beaded Fringe in Hibiscus is both decorative and delightful. samuelandsons.com
From author Massimo Nava, scenes of lush gardens and sparkling blue waters inspire Italian summer getaways in Lake Como Idyll (Assouline, $105). assouline.com
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PILLOW TALK
Both whimsical and charming, the Le Citron Pillow by SCHUMACHER works well both solo or as an eyecatching pair. schumacher.com
STYLE
party favor
NEWS
Add color to your cocktail parties with ESTELLE COLORED GLASS glassware, shown in Cobalt Blue and Mint Green. Available through Waiting on Martha; waitingonmarthahome.com, estellecoloredglass.com
MADE IN THE SHADE
At Your Service
Up your charcuterie presentation with the Color Palette Serving Plate by JOHN DERIAN.
Take inspiration from parasols crafted in MANUEL CANOVAS’ Croisette and Portofino performance fabrics.
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Textiles available through Cowtan & Tout; cowtan.com
COOKING IN COLOR
Give your kitchen a cheerful focal point with BLUESTAR’s 48-inch Dual Fuel Range in Saffron Yellow. bluestarcooking.com
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STYLE NEWS
Lush Life
Bring the garden party inside with OSBORNE & LITTLE’s Orchard wallcovering (shown in W7686-04). Available through AinsworthNoah; ainsworth-noah.com, osborneandlittle.com
ROSÉ all day
MIXING IT UP
The fun Feather Pink color gives the classic KITCHENAID five-quart Artisan Stand Mixer a kick! Available through Williams-Sonoma; williams-sonoma.com
ART SMART
In this captivating painting by MELISSA PAYNE BAKER, you can almost imagine the artist’s hand at work. Available through Huff Harrington; huffharrington.com
PRETTY IN PINK The Charlie lamp from MADE GOODS is stately on its own, but its unexpected full-grain leather finish and dusty rose color makes it even more interesting. madegoods.com
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Bathing Beauty
A natural showstopper carved from a handselected block of Prunella marble, the Alatri tub from WATERWORKS projects modern elegance on a stunning scale. Handfinished details include a flat band at the base and a gently eased lip. waterworks.com
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left Yalda features colorfully curated furnishings with Persianinspired accessories and artwork by Marjan Rad. Thanks to the open-air kitchen, guests get a front-row seat to the culinary action.
HOME PLATE
Persian-Mediterranean restaurant YALDA introduces Atlantans to a new genre of family fare in Sandy Springs Written by EVAN EDWARDS Photographed by DAVID CHRISTENSEN
The Mitra’s Habibi made with Conniption Kinship Gin, saffron bitters, lemon, sumac syrup and honey.
THE IRANIAN WINTER solstice celebration, Yalda Night, serves as the eponym for chef Ashkan Famili’s newest restaurant, Yalda, located in Sandy Springs. After working under the expertise of renowned Atlanta chef Pano Karatassos, Famili went on to develop his own concepts in Buckhead, Marietta and Memphis, Tennessee. Yalda, however, is a true testament of his love for family and food. “The idea for Yalda sparked from celebrating time with loved ones, sharing food, reading poetry and reminiscing,” says Famili, who opened the restaurant with longtime friend and business partner Farhan Kheraj. “We were inspired to create a setting for our guests 30
to make memories with their loved ones.” As guests enter through the large wooden door, bright hues in both the interiors and dishes make a grand appearance. Staying loyal to the restaurant’s roots, dishes are made to share and prepared with traditional Persian techniques. “The dishes on our menu represent true Persian food that is made fresh daily with the highest quality of local ingredients,” says Famili. “Chef Raymon Beltran has been a key player in putting a great culinary team together.” Begin your meal with a selection of spreads like the Kashk Bademjoon spread (fried eggplant, cream of whey, crispy onions, garlic and mint) served with fresh naan and pair it with a small dish or mezze. The menu also boasts savory entrées like a salmon kabob, veggie stew and the lamb shank. To sip, pair the fare with one of Yalda’s vivid cocktails or choose from their extensive wine list. Designed in partnership with Cy Bickers from Restaurants Consulting Group, the interior design of Yalda employs a mix of colors and patterns that enhance the entire meal experience. Turkish rugs line the floors
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“We were inspired to create a setting for our guests to make memories with their loved ones.” —Chef Ashkan Famili
LIFE
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THE SCOOP
Take Your Pick
Located inside Phipps Plaza, the newly opened CITIZENS MARKET introduces the trendy food hall scene to Buckhead. Designed by David Rockwell with eight chefdriven brands—including Umami Burger, Krispy Rice, El Pollo Verde and Ella Mia—guests can enjoy their meal inside, at the bar or take it outdoors to the manicured lawn. gobycitizens.com
With nine food stalls and multiple bars and private dining spaces, THE HALL AT ASHFORD LANE in Dunwoody is guaranteed to satisfy any craving. Unique from other food halls, the concept (brought to Atlanta by restaurateur Jamal Wilson) offers both self- and full-service options, blending the typical food hall concept with a traditional restaurant experience.
and blue velvet chairs are ideal resting spots for dinner dialogue. Atlantans should also be on the lookout for Yalda’s second location opening on Howell Mill Road. Already familiar with the bustling food scene of the Westside, Famili knew his Middle Eastern, family-inspired restaurant would be a perfect addition to the in-town neighborhood. yaldaatl.com
Indulge on sweet and savory sips from around Atlanta at ALCOHALL, Pullman Yards’ latest installation. Open Tuesday through Sunday, the concept is similar to a food hall, featuring stalls from seven breweries, wineries and distilleries, including Old Fourth Distillery and Three Chord bourbon. clockwise, from above Halloumi cheese with truffle pickled mushrooms. Hafez’s Last Word cocktail. The Grilled Cornish Hen entrée. The Tahdig Adas polo (crispy lentil & raisin rice).
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CITIZENS MARKET COURTESY OF MOOD & THEORY
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Open Spaces
previous spread Organic textures and sinuous furniture define the living room. Designer Melanie Turner added rope to the chandeliers for a nautical touch and created the custom patchwork rug using three different colors of the same sisal material. left The monumental photographs are by artist Christy Bush through Jackson Fine Art.
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ATLANTA INTERIOR DESIGNER Melanie Turner is no stranger to decorator showhouses. In fact, she thinks she has participated in no less than 12 over the years. The experience is often a win-win for the participating designers, who get to flex their design chops, as well the visitors who come to be inspired and the local charities that benefit from a portion of the proceeds. Along with developer Stan Benecki, builder Chase Green and residential designer Lew Oliver, Turner was the design visionary behind Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles’ latest concept—the 30A Showhouse—in Florida’s Panhandle region. As a longtime gathering spot for Atlantans to retreat to second homes along the Gulf Coast, “30A,” of course, is a reference to the storied highway that links a number of coastal communities in the area, including Alys Beach, Rosemary Beach, Seaside, Watercolor and Inlet Beach, home to this year’s showhouse. 65
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Bespoke architectural details and stylish furnishings buoy this Seaside, Florida, dwelling with expansive sand, sky and sea views Written by TATE GUNNERSON Photographed by LISA ROMEREIN Styled by ELEANOR ROPER
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Blended Beauty
Upon opening the front door, black and white artwork by Susan Hable commands attention in the foyer. opposite Stone flooring with a wood inlay by Renaissance Tile & Bath makes a powerful first impression in the front foyer. The antique chest is from Townhouse by Robert Brown.
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AFTER VISITING SEASIDE, FLORIDA, for decades, a Buckhead couple with three adult children purchased one of the last empty oceanfront lots on 30A. They asked architect Tim Adams and interior designer Beth Webb to create a relaxed yet refined gathering place for family and friends. “He’s more contemporary in style and she’s more conservative,” says Adams of the homeowners. “We found the balance between the two.” An arched doorway opens to the front foyer, which Adams adorned with the sort of classically inspired millwork that flows throughout the interior. Think wall panels, coffered ceilings and in the guest suites, a more informal shiplap. Nearly every room in the house boasts large
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Beachfront left In addition to offering views of the Gulf from nearly every room, this Seaside dwelling by T.S. Adams Studio, Architects, Beth Webb Interiors and
Dunn Construction, Inc. is steps from the beach. below Artwork by K. Kirby through Bungalow Classic introduces a pleasing pop of color to the light-filled living room. The stone console table is by Formations through Jerry Pair.
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CHANGE of SCENERY
Outside In
Complementing the lofty ceilings, designer Anna-Wooten Loggins chose a mix of traditional and contemporary furnishings in a soft blue and green color palette for the living room.
With a color palette informed by nature, ANNA-WOOTEN LOGGINS takes a second home in Cashiers, North Carolina, from cozy cabin to chic retreat Written by CATHY STILL MCGOWIN Photographed by EMILY FOLLOWILL
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Let the Light In
below The foyer welcomes guests with an eye-catching handmade twig table. Loggins replaced the front door with one that has sidelights to allow more natural light throughout. right A pair of sculptural iron sconces through Paul Ferrante flank a landscape painting by Tyler Colgan in the expansive living room.
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ON A LEISURELY DRIVE FROM Atlanta to Cashiers, North Carolina, a lot can happen— specifically a change in elevation. The city’s skyline minimizes, the approaching Blue Ridge mountains grow larger, and for vacationers headed that way, heart rates slow and relaxation begins. As was true for an Atlanta couple who decided to make this favorite mountain destination a true second home, seeking out a place that would be large enough for family and entertaining. They found it in a four-bedroom, two-story house built in a community that enjoys a championship Tom
Fazio golf course, mesmerizing vistas of three distinctive mountain peaks and generous forested lots brimming with rhododendron, mountain laurel and fern. “It’s tucked away in a super private location,” says interior designer Anna-Wooten Loggins, owner and lead designer of A. Wooten Interiors. “You feel all alone in the woods and it’s very serene.” To bring that feeling of tranquility inside, Loggins, a North Carolina native who had designed for these clients before, worked with Stewart Construction on a renovation refresh. “We didn’t
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PA S S P O R T T R AV E L
FREE REIN
Montana’s adults-only ranch-resort THE GREEN O blends serenity with adrenaline Written by ELIZABETH RALLS
The resort overlooks 10 miles of the legendary Blackfoot River, offering unlimited outdoor adventures, from rappelling down this cliff memorialized by Lewis and Clark to fly-fishing (below left).
CAN A NATURAL PLAYGROUND and built-in sanctuary coexist among the stillness of Montana’s majestic mountains and lush forests? The answer is yes—if you’re fortunate enough to be one of 24 guests staying at The Green O, The Resort at Paws Up’s new adults-only hideaway. The resort-within-a-resort, nestled into the densely timbered southern edge of the 37,000-acre Paws Up, is home to just 12 ultramodern “Haus” accommodations—each of which is designed for two and blends seamlessly into the luxury ranch’s largely untouched wilderness. Floor-to-ceiling windows, double-sided fireplaces, generous decks with hammock chairs, and indoor and outdoor tubs peering directly out to the big Montana sky maximize that life-inthe-woods feeling. The Green O—a play on the name of the town where Paws Up is located and its founder, Paul Greenough, who would brand his sheep with a green “o”—opened in 2021 and has gained notoriety for both its treehouse-like accommodations and Michelin star-worthy restaurant, Social Haus. Feel like you’re floating in the clouds—from 23 feet in the air—from The Green O’s two-story Tree Haus as you soak in 122
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clockwise, from top left Michelin-caliber cuisine at The Green O restaurant Social Haus delights the senses thanks to thoughtful execution. The surrounding wilderness, where white-tailed deer (or an occasional grizzly) roam, rivals the theatrical cuisine at Social Haus. Thanks to the Green Haus’ glass-encased living room, guests feel like a part of nature. It’s not uncommon to see various wildlife while at The Green O, such as bison, horses, deer and more that inhabit the surrounding grounds.
the views of the Garnet Mountain Range. At Round Haus, curved walls in this meandering single-story residence offer 180-degree window views, immersing couples in the midst of the forest with roaming white-tailed deer as next of kin. The third accommodation style, Green Haus, features pitched ceilings, a glass-encased living room and a skylight above the bed for stargazing to continue the sense of wonder long after the sun has fallen. While seclusion at The Green O is a given, thrill-seeking adventures beckon from beyond this working cattle ranch and its picturesque backdrop of ponderosa pines. Explore more than 100 miles of trails through hikes, climbs, equestrian experiences, ATVs or electric mountain bikes. Experience fly-fishing, and hook brown, cutthroat or rainbow trout on the resort’s neighboring 10 miles of the snow- and
spring-fed Blackfoot River. Wintertime excursions include dogsledding, snowmobiling or snowshoeing. The Green O’s luxe gathering spot, Social Haus, provides all-inclusive access to chef Brandon Cunningham’s delightfully original but individually probing dishes. Designed in the round, the Social Haus dining room features a circular fireplace surrounded by banquette seating, but the real theater happens in the kitchen, where Cunningham and his team craft elaborate, eight-course dinners that are more akin to a nightly performance thanks to artful plating and surprising flourishes like stones pulled from the Blackfoot River to sear your Wagyu beef, or honeycomb drips and floral garnishes plucked fresh from the property. An authentic blend of the rustic and luxe, the natural and the intentional, this is one resort where living and loving the land is one and the same. thegreeno.com
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