ATLANTA HOMES & LIFESTYLES
JUNE 2021
Lure of the Lake
LURE OF THE LAKE
RELAXING, RESORT-LIKE RETREATS
VOLUME 40, NO. 6
Contents JUNE 2021
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Lake Minded
An Atlanta design team takes cues from a scenic lake setting to create a character-filled home uniquely suited for a family of six 74
Lakefront Legacy
Pritchett + Dixon and The Design Atelier create a private Lake Burton oasis for a family and their friends to enjoy for generations to come 92
Set in Stone
Combining contemporary and rustic influences, a lake residence by Frances Zook Architect and Carolyn Malone is a stylish gathering spot for family and friends
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STYLE 11
At Ease, Atlanta
In our official Summer Style Guide, AH&L’s Clinton Smith canvases local tastemakers and shares the secrets to their entertaining prowess 109
Passport to Style
From the coast of Florida to the mountains of Montana, there’s much to see—and experience— around the country 2
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Property Report Calendar Creatives Marcia Weber Dish Storico Vino Naomi On shopping End Note In Love With…Green Editor’s Letter Ad Index
On the Cover INTERIOR DESIGNER THE DESIGN ATELIER ARCHITECTS PRITCHETT + DIXON PHOTOGRAPHY EMILY FOLLOWILL STYLING ELEANOR ROPER
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Shapely Style
A unique archway composed of white oak timbers signals a transition from the foyer to the main living spaces, says architect J. Ryan Duffey. opposite Landscape architect Jeremy Smearman’s landscape plan nixed color in favor of plantings in varying shades of green to create subtle contrast.
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Lake Minded
A team of Atlanta design talents takes cues from a scenic lake setting to create a character-filled home uniquely suited for a family of six Written by SEJAL BHIMA
Photographed by JEFF HERR
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Warm Welcome
above, left to right The oversize brackets and sweeping wall of wood shingles were created with function in mind; Duffey’s design dictated steel-and-glass pocket doors between the kitchen and screened porch. An oversized dining table provides ample room for hosting family and friends while a Visual Comfort chandelier hangs high so as not to detract from the vista. opposite A panoramic lake view, framed by a white oak archway, greets guests upon arrival.
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TO ESCAPE THE HECTIC PACE of work and city life, an active Atlanta couple have relished peaceful weekends along the shores of Lake Burton for many years. But as their four children grew from young boys to grown men, space was becoming tight in their modest cottage. While envisioning a new home on their property, they came to know the work of architect J. Ryan Duffey through his numerous projects dotting the lake, admiring his work’s deferential relationship to the environment. It’s a sensibility immediately evident upon approach to their recently completed lake home. A winding gravel road gives way to reveal an unassuming stone structure. “The site very much dictated the design, so there’s almost this sense that we quarried the hillside and nestled the house in,” says Duffey. “That called for a space where you want to have a very ‘solid’ feeling, prompting us to use limestone on the front elevation to anchor the home into the site.” 63
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LAKEFRONT LEGACY PRITCHETT + DIXON and THE DESIGN ATELIER create a private Lake Burton oasis for a family and their friends to enjoy for generations to come Written by LIA PICARD Photographed by EMILY FOLLOWILL Styled by ELEANOR ROPER
Natural Surrounds
Thanks to folding doors that open to a rocking chair porch on one side and a screened porch with a fireplace, grill and lounging area on the other, the dining room allows the homeowners to dine alfresco regardless of the conditions.
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Stay Awhile
left, top to bottom Rocking chairs by Kingsley Bate through AuthenTEAK make the most of the lake ambiance. The dining room table was made by Atlanta craftsman Kevin Scanlon. opposite An extension of the dining room, the screened porch is the ideal spot for cocktail hour with a view.
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A YEARS-LONG SEARCH led an Atlanta couple to a Lake Burton property with coveted views of Charlie Mountain. The lot presented challenges—it was steep and there were Georgia Power setbacks to contend with—but architects Todd Pritchett and Craig Dixon of Pritchett + Dixon did a seemingly effortless job designing a home that maximizes the property and lends the perfect destination for the family to escape the hustle and bustle of the city. Pritchett, who grew up around Lake Burton, and Dixon drew inspiration from classic lake home style. “We like everything to have a sense of place and a strong connection to the outside,” says Pritchett. He and Dixon wove natural materials into the home, like stones from nearby North Carolina for the living room fireplace and timbers from a local sawmill—elements that are ever-present reminders that you’re in a Lake Burton home. To emphasize the vista, a 16-foot lakefront window invites the outdoors inside.
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Made for Movement
The mudroom, painted in Sherwin-Williams Grizzle Gray, serves as a stylish entrance. With durability top of mind, the natural stone floor stands up against dirty shoes and dripping swimsuits.
Texture Play
Reclaimed wooden beams and white subway tile provide a layered look in the cream-hued kitchen, while black granite countertops with a leathered finish are both stylish and durable. The custom hood, crafted by a local blacksmith, is the centerpiece of the space.
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SET IN STONE Written by TATE GUNNERSON
Photographed by DAVID CHRISTENSEN
Lakeside Dwelling
Luxe furnishings, such as a channeltufted leather sofa from Bungalow Classic and chaise lounges covered in mohair from Pindler, juxtapose the Tennessee fieldstone walls and rough-hewn reclaimed wood beams in the living room.
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Combining contemporary and rustic influences, a sprawling new residence by FRANCES ZOOK ARCHITECT and CAROLYN MALONE is a stylish gathering spot for family and friends
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Natural Hello
above A pair of local locust trees, their bark peeled off, mark the entrance to the steelframed glass front door, offering visitors a panoramic view of the lake through the living room windows. opposite The living room deftly balances refined and rustic elements. The iron chandelier is from B.D. Jeffries.
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WALKING THE PROPERTY for the first time, architect Frances Flautt Zook knew it was something special—hilly, forested and with enough lakefront acreage to build a home right on the water. Her clients had been vacationing there for a few years in a house that once stood on the site. When their children left the nest, they assembled an accomplished team that included Zook, interior designer Carolyn Malone and Charles Moore Builders to build a new retreat for their next chapter. The resulting masterpiece features exposed stone walls, dark siding and a cedar shake roof. Columns made from local locust trees hold up the front porch, where a tall steel-framed glass door highlights a breathtaking view of the lake through the living room windows. “The house is all about the lake, so it was important to capture that moment,” explains Zook. “A lake view is relaxing, even more so during a pandemic.” Besides, the cross breezes are out of this world, the architect adds, noting that there are few bothersome insects at Lake Burton. The black metal window frames juxtapose the living room’s rough-hewn stone walls and reclaimed ceiling beams. “The idea is that this was an old house with modern additions,” says Zook. 95
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SEASIDE CELEBRATION
With sparkling seas, lively marine life and sun-kissed hideaways, Key Largo encourages visitors to lean into Florida’s sunshine state of mind Written by LAUREN IVERSON A QUICK HOUR’S DRIVE from the Miami International airport down the Florida Keys Scenic Highway leads to warm and sunny Key Largo, the first and northernmost of the popular set of islands. Though its southwestern counterpart, Key West, gets a lot of the hype, the unparalleled beauty of Key Largo—with its crystal-clear waters, nature preserves and seaside sanctuary Playa Largo Resort & Spa—encourages guests to embrace the laid-back charm of island living. Located on 14.5 private beachfront acres, Playa Largo Resort & Spa reflects Southern hospitality roots with Ameri-Caribbean 110
style. Stay in accommodations ranging from luxury rooms to private bungalows, or check out the resort’s newly opened Ocean Residences—an enclave of private luxury homes overlooking the Atlantic—which allow access to resort amenities with the added benefits of additional space and privacy. With a backdrop of sparkling blue seas at every turn, the resort amenities are second to none. Take a dip in the freshwater pool, or indulge in a treatment with Florida’s indigenous ingredients at the resort spa. Every evening at sundown, head to the resort’s white sand beach for the Eventide Celebration, where guests are asked to write their worries on a piece of paper that’s then placed on a floating buoy, lit on fire and set off to sea. Key Largo is home to an array of attractions that provide special glimpses into the world of seaside living. The town is frequently referred to as the diving capital of the world, thanks to conservation efforts that began in 1960 with the creation of the John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park.
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In addition to spotting the colorful coral and fish, marine-life lovers can gear up and head underwater to explore sights like the sunken Spiegel Grove Navy ship and the bronzed statue of the Christ of the Abyss, which sits so close to the water’s surface that it can be viewed by divers and snorkelers alike. On-site at the resort, guests can walk to Caribbean Watersports to take advantage of activities including parasailing, snorkeling and raft-led eco tours, where a nature guide navigates you through mangrove forests, old Native American canoe trails and more. Keep your eyes peeled for great white herons, bald eagles, dolphins and curious manatees, who often come right up to the raft to say a friendly hello. Visitors should also plan a stop at the Keys’ only brewery and distillery, Islamorada Brewery & Distillery, for a boozy afternoon sampling unique beers and spirits. Once you’ve worked up an appetite, the Florida fare is a seafood-lover’s dream. Dine at the resort’s Sand Bar or Sol by the Sea for refreshing cocktails and coastal cuisine, or head slightly south to Robbie’s of Islamorada, where you can enjoy a bayside lunch at the Hungry Tarpon before handfeeding bait fish to the massive tarpons that swim just below the surface. If you spent the day deep-sea fishing, bring your catch to Skippers Dockside where they will cook it up and serve it for dinner. It doesn’t get fresher than that.
clockwise from top left A perched heron. The Christ of the Abyss. Robbie’s Marina is host to many water activities. Playa Largo Resort and Spa’s outdoor firepit. opposite, top to bottom Poolside lounging is stylish and relaxing. Beach views wow at on-property restaurant Sol by the Sea.
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PA S S P O R T T R AV E L
BIG-SKY BEAUTY
Far from roughing it, the great outdoors is served on a silver platter at Montana’s plush, panoramic resort, Paws Up Written by ELIZABETH RALLS
CLEAR SKIES, POSTCARD VIEWS and wide-open wilderness: the unspoiled beauty of Montana is as calming as it is soul-quenching. But beyond the stillness of the land, a veritable sense of adventure awaits just 35 minutes from Missoula at the 37,000-acre working dude ranch Paws Up. Here, 10 miles of the Blackfoot River flow through the family-owned ranch; Black Angus cows roam the pastures; and resident elk and deer are some of your closest 112
neighbors. Add in 100 miles of trails through pristine, largely undeveloped land, and Paws Up skews more towards the setting of a national park, but in a private, posh (and all-inclusive) environment. Rustic luxury reveals itself at every turn. Nicknamed “the last best resort,” Paws Up lives up to the hype through on-brand culinary sophistication: think a resident S’moreologist delivering an over-the-top fireside dessert experience; a former The
French Laundry chef adding unusual twists like huckleberries picked from surrounding mountains to a Kobe beef steak entrée; and a Chuck Wagon Dude Ranch experience, which includes a scenic ride via horsedrawn wagon and a campfire meal cooked before your eyes. Everyone from city slickers to screenprone adolescents will reclaim their imaginations through resort-unique offerings like Cow Croquet, horse-whispering and
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go-karting, while dude-ranch specialties such as fly-fishing, rafting, sporting clays and ATV tours create meaningful, memorymaking adventures—and deepen connections to the land, and each other. A pioneer of the “glamping” phenomenon, the resort boasts six luxury tented camps in various locations that cater to families, couples and groups. Featuring a central dining pavilion, the safari-style camps feature art-adorned walls, fine linens, plumbing, air conditioning, heated floors, and, most importantly: a camp butler. While all tent camps are available for buyouts, some guests choose to split their stay between the camp and its array of luxury homes or estates. Big Timber Homes are available in three sizes and some accommodate as many as eight guests while Wilderness Estates are three-bedroom lodges with a great room and vaulted ceiling, chef’s kitchen, game room and three master suites. (Both options include use of a personal Lexus vehicle on-site.) Embracing the grittiness of the great outdoors from these accommodations is easy; washers and dryers make post-adventure cleaning a breeze, while generous porches offer a front-row seat to nothing but nature, stillness and roaming wildlife. Westward, ho!
clockwise from top left Dining on the banks of the legendary Blackfoot River. Huckleberries handplucked from the surrounding mountains make their way into everything from pancake breakfasts to Kobe beef entreé. Flyfishing is a duderanch staple. A safaristyle glamping tent includes plush linens, heated floors, air conditioning and plumbing. opposite Equestrian adventures await.
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