ATLANTA HOMES & LIFESTYLES MAY 2022
ARTFUL ELEGANCE LUXURIOUS DESIGN REACHING NEW HEIGHTS
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HOME 36
High Contrast
An eclectic mix of furnishings and artwork transforms a blank penthouse apartment into a warm and collected home 50
High in the Sky
A full-floor residence at the Waldorf Astoria boasts citywide views and well-appointed spaces 62
True to Form
Designer Nancy Izlar fashions a spirited yet sophisticated Atlanta condo
LIFE
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Simply Sublime
Calendar Happenings this month
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Naomi On high-rise living
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Dish Saints + Council
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End Note In Love With…Florals
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Editor’s Letter
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Ad Index
On the Cover INTERIOR DESIGNER WOLF DESIGN GROUP
ARTFUL ELEGANCE
ARCHITECT OLIVER CARTER
LUXURIOUS DESIGN REACHING NEW HEIGHTS
Photography by DAVID CHRISTENSEN
VOLUME 41, NO. 5
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Surrounded by bucolic views, six glamping tents serving as the 2021 Cashiers Designer Showhouse offer unique new insight on mountain living
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ARTFUL ELEGANCE
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The Great Outdoors
MAY 2022
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Property Report
ATLANTA HOMES & LIFESTYLES
AH&L reflects on a small portfolio of fan-favorite outdoor spaces from our archives
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FROM THE EDITOR
AT THE TOP our city truly is best admired from above. When not tens of stories above the city, our team remains firmly planted, spending our free time exploring Atlanta’s many fabulous neighborhoods and the verdant grounds that grace their homes. Style Editor Clinton Smith takes us on a stroll down memory lane with just a handful of Atlanta’s most coveted outdoor havens (page 12), and also introduces our inaugural Southern Ground: The Pinnacle of Outdoor Living Contest. From storybook gardens to grandiose estates, our awards will recognize exceptional outdoor spaces in Atlanta and second-home markets in the Carolinas, Tennessee and Florida. Finally, don’t miss your last chance to visit the 2022 Southeastern Designer Showhouse & Gardens before we close our doors on May 8. We hope you’ll join us!
Lauren Iverson, Editor-in-Chief
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PORTRAIT BY DAVID CHRISTENSEN
WE’VE ALL SEEN THEM: The construction cranes that have dotted the Atlanta skyline for years are a dead giveaway to our city’s rapid growth. With new office buildings, luxury condominiums, unique restaurants and an abundance of retail spaces going up every single day throughout the city, I’m certain there will never come a time where we’ve experienced every corner of Atlanta’s ever-evolving footprint. And as a transplant myself, it’s thrilling to know that locals and newcomers alike get to experience the change together. From The Charles to The Waldorf Astoria, our May issue stands tall with three stylish and sophisticated high-rise projects from designers Kelly Wolf Anthony (page 36), Harrison Design (page 50) and Nancy Izlar (page 62). Each of these residences provides a bird’s-eye view into the most luxurious side of high-rise living, confirming that
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STYLE NEWS
Island Idyll
A home on St. Simons Island by architect Tim Adams and designer Beth Webb was built with the family’s laid-back lifestyle in mind, and ample outdoor living spaces— including a pool, cabana, grilling area and screened porch—were all positioned to take advantage of the area’s surrounding bucolic, natural beauty.
SIMPLY SUBLIME
Written and Produced by CLINTON SMITH
ATLANTA IS KNOWN AS the city in a forest, and this time of year our neighborhoods’ most beautiful lawns and gardens are at their verdant, Insta-worthy peaks. To commemorate our residents’ passion for gardening and outdoor living, Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles is launching its inaugural Southern Ground contest to recognize the most exceptional outdoor spaces in Atlanta, as well as in second-home markets in the Carolinas, Tennessee and Florida. From storybook gardens to grandiose estates, winners in more than half a dozen categories will be featured in the pages of the magazine in the March 2023 issue and honored at a celebratory event. In the meantime, this portfolio of sublime spaces and fan favorites from our archives will inspire both experts and enthusiasts alike. Deadline for entries is Friday, August 26th at 5 p.m. For more information, visit atlantahomesmag.com/events/outdoorliving.
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EN PLEIN AIR
Under a large covered gazebo at a Sandy Springs residence primed for elegant entertaining, interior designer Amy D. Morris specified an overscale stone table and commanding chandelier as two of the space’s sculptural and stylish focal points.
WEBB AND MCELHENEY BY EMILY FOLLOWILL; MORRIS BY ERICA GEORGE DINES
SENSE OF PLACE
On a pastoral three-acre property in Buckhead, architect Norman D. Askins, landscape designer Carson McElheney and designer Susan Bozeman created the ultimate outdoor cooking area to complement the new home’s Southern farmhousestyle aesthetic and unique rural setting in the heart of Atlanta’s bustling metropolis.
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STYLE NEWS
THE GREAT OUTDOORS
Surrounded by bucolic views and the calming sounds of nature, six glamping tents serving as the 2021 CASHIERS DESIGNER SHOWOUSE offer unique new insight on mountain living Photography by DAVID CHRISTENSEN
Design by Holly Laughridge of Old Edwards Inn and Spa and Acorns Boutique; Tent by Diamond Brand Gear
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Holly Laughridge, Old Edwards Inn and Spa & Acorns Boutique
CHAISE LOUNGE GO Home ORIENTAL RUG Persian Point CHANDELIER Visual Comfort ARTIFICIAL ORCHID AND FERNS New Growth Designs ARTWORK Artists Guild of America BAR STAND and TABLE Jan Barboglio
Designer Holly Laughridge of Old Edwards Inn and Spa and Acorns Boutique kept the design approach of her Cashiers glamping tent simple: “I was inspired by the feeling of peace and calm,” she says. To evoke a feeling of serenity, Laughridge selected neutral fabrics accented with hints of green in accessories and plants. To tie the space to its verdant surroundings, a floral painting through Artists Guild of America serves as a focal point, welcoming guests to sit back and relax in the two chaise lounge chairs that Laughridge selected not only for their poise but for their comfort as well. And that was the goal: a place for guests to sit down and stay awhile. “I imagine someone who loves nature, but maybe not so much being outside, would enjoy this space to the fullest,” says Laughridge. “This is the perfect spot to curl up with a book and immerse yourself in the world you are reading about.” —Written by Lauren Iverson
WARM WELCOME
FURNITURE, ANTIQUES and ACCESSORIES Platt Home BEDDING Parachute, Anthropologie PILLOWS Ralph Lauren for Kravet
Parker Platt & Katie P. Jackson, Platt Home With functionality and easy living at the heart of their design, Parker Platt, principal of PLATT, an architecture, construction and interiors firm, and Katie P. Jackson, design director for Platt Home, created the perfect space for a couple to relax as well as entertain. “The inspiration was to transform what can be a primitive experience into a comfortable and somewhat luxurious environment that could accommodate all the aspects of a relaxing weekend in the mountains.” As one makes their way to the tent platform, they are greeted with an Argentine-style firepit enclosed by Westport-style Adirondack chairs. With festival lights hanging overhead and neighboring greenery by Alex Smith Garden Design, guests can share s’mores and stories while curled up next to the fire. Inside, the linen-draped walls and ceiling act as a backdrop for two beds outfitted with plush comforters and Ralph Lauren for Kravet pillows. Anchoring the furniture, a sisal rug layered with a cowhide softens the overall feel of the space. —Written by Evan Edwards 18
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FLORAL CHINTZ FABRIC Cowtan & Tout GREEN STRIPES AND CHECKS FABRIC Fabricut WOOD TWIG HEADBOARDS Full House Gallery COVERLETS Matouk RUG Looms & Lighting
BUDDING BEAUTY Tori Alexander, Alexander Interiors
When Tori Alexander pictures Cashiers, North Carolina, the recurring themes that come to mind are family, tradition and natural beauty. “My goal was to create a whimsical retreat that captures a nostalgic feeling of childhood,” she says. “Incorporating floral prints and garden accents marries nature within the space and is intended to inspire the gardener within us all.” Chintz fabric from Cowtan & Tout seen on the arm chairs, pillows and backdrop launched the design for Alexander by reminding her of her own childhood bedroom. Vintage and antique pieces placed throughout are rich with meaning, including a twig-style child’s chair, pair of twin beds and hanging garden containers, all elements inspired by each of Alexander’s three daughters. “Children love intimate spaces that inspire imaginative play,” says Alexander. “I wanted this to be a place to encourage dreaming and cultivate a love for nature’s beauty.” —Written by Lauren Iverson 19
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Work of Art
One of many pieces from the owner’s extensive art collection, a painting by artist Yu Kuang seems tailor-made for the wall over the posh bar’s built-in banquette. opposite Inspired by one of the owner’s favorite restaurants, The Lobster Bar, the bar features a groin vault ceiling covered in subway tile, dark wood paneling and bespoke furnishings.
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HIGH CONTRAST
Written by TATE GUNNERSON Photographed by DAVID CHRISTENSEN Produced by LAUREN IVERSON
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Artful Elegance
Covered in linen silk fabric, custom armless chairs surround a round metal table with ball and claw feet from 1stDibs in the spacious, light-filled living room.
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A ALTHOUGH STILL seeking out new adventures as he approached his 80th birthday, interior designer Kelly Wolf Anthony’s client was nevertheless worried that he might not enjoy living in the modern penthouse he purchased at an upscale midrise in Buckhead. Indeed, fearing it might be too sterile, he decided against selling the single-family manse where he and his late wife had raised their children. Determined to dispel his worries, Anthony and architect Oliver Carter transformed the apartment by making key architectural changes, adding custom millwork and commingling new furnishings with their client’s existing pieces and extensive art collection. Rendered in a black and white palette punctuated with strategically placed pops of color and pattern, the clean, edited design “allows the art to take center stage,” explains Anthony. “We had a complete inventory of his artwork and accessories, so we were particular about everything’s placement.” Crisp white walls and porcelain tile flooring, for example, create a gallerylike backdrop for art in the spacious living
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Bird’s-Eye View
Accented with colorful throw pillows, a pair of linen-covered sofas by Rose Tarlow through Jerry Pair create a spot to enjoy the picturesque views of Buckhead Atlanta. The antique rug is by Moattar.
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