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Lifestyle Letter

Chime in Johns Creek!

NOVEMBER 2017

H Dior, me and Cornell Lewis from Deka Lash at a recent Lifestyle Pubs happy hour.

ave you voted yet? Everyone here at Johns Creek Lifestyle is pretty excited about our first ever Readers’ Choice contest, where you speak up and let the world know all your favorite places to shop, eat and do business in our community. This month, go to our website, click the link and vote for your fave. Winners will be splashed out in our February issue. Do you have a go-to coffee shop? A must-see medical provider? A car dealer you return to again and again? Let us know. Head to our website when you’re done reading this juicy issue and have your say! Voting ends 5 pm November 30 (which is my birthday, so I'll be celebrating, helping tally your votes...the next day).

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Jim Newman | Jnewman@LifestylePubs.com EDITOR

Sue Collins | Scollins@LifestylePubs.com SENIOR ACCOUNT MANAGER

Karyn Slovin | Karyn.Slovin@LifestylePubs.com CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Dennis Malcolm Byron CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Jeff Herr, Kendall Stowell

In the meantime, enjoy this issue. We chatted with interior decorators to find out how their process works. Diane Johnson takes the time to interview her clients and is a whiz at translating their tastes (which are not always easy to verbalize) into furnishings that express personality plus function.

My home is full of our collections of books, vintage games, antique Chinese checkerboards and cool old gumball machines. One of my favorite pieces of furniture is an antique Chinese trousseau cabinet we picked up when we lived in Hong Kong.

The merchant explained that the bride's family would pack her personal items and collected home furnishings in this cabinet and her brothers would carry it to the happy couple's new home. We use it as a bar cabinet storing glassware and booze... perhaps my own personal trousseau?

Enjoy November and have a Happy Thanksgiving. Don't forget to head to our website and vote! xo

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Lifestyle Calendar

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Parting Thoughts

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Diane Johnson renovates a Windward home.

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Around Town

AROUND TOWN

Let us know. Head to our website when you’re done reading this juicy issue and have your say! JohnsCreekLifestyle.com

NEW DOC AT DENTAL ZONE Johns Creek Children's Dental Zone welcomes Dr. LaGree.

He completed his undergraduate education at the University at Buffalo with a Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences and a minor in pharmacy and toxicology. Dr. LaGree continued on to receive his Doctor of Dental Surgery with a Pediatric minor from the Buffalo

SMART GIRLS

School of Dental Medicine. Then spent two years specializing

Girls Who Code is a national club created with one goal: to close

in pediatrics at the Children's Hospital of Michigan in Detroit.

the gender gap in technology. This club is open to girls in grades 6

Throughout his education he has been very active in community

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service and held leadership roles in multiple outreach focused

to erin.parks@fultoncoun-

organizations. These organizations include being the co-founder

tyga.gov to join. Due to

of the UBSDM Pediatric Club, Buffalo Outreach and Community

limited computers in the

Assistance, and ASDA at Buffalo. Dr. LaGree has a keen interest

library, participants are

in technology, he built his first computer when he was just 15

asked to bring a personal

years old. This interest in technology contributes to his interest

laptop if one is avail-

in technological advancements throughout dentistry. Outside of

able to them. Saturdays,

the dentist office, in his free time, he also enjoys many different

November 18 - December

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ART AND GIVING

offsite kitchen and are delivered to the store daily. They offer break-

Art For Art has teamed up with an international charity to bring

fast, lunch, dinner, snacks and kid's meals all using high quality

Atlantans a unique opportunity this Thanksgiving: take home your

ingredients, with no

favorite works of art produced by talented student artists from under-

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served communities in Africa and support the students’ visual arts

Each meal's label

classes in Africa. The “Art For Africa” Exhibition opens on Saturday,

lists the ingredients

November 25, in the exhibition space at The Ballog, an artisans mar-

and macros, and is

ket in Serenbe. On display will be artwork from Africa, which visitors

scan-able into nutri-

can take home. Admission is free, and visitors are encouraged to con-

tion tracking apps.

nect not only with the drawings and paintings, but also with the stu-

Based on your life-

dent artists who created them, through short bios that are included

style needs, you can

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Johns Creek Lifestyle is thrilled to announce our first ever

or you can choose

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know all your favorite places

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Monthly

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the fourth Wednesday of each month.

Interest groups are created that meet around a common interest or activity including book clubs, Bible study, bunco, couples nights, cooking classes, girls' night out and more. The group's focus is philanthropy and their first beneficiary is Wellspring Living. Join them this month. JohnsCreekWomensClub.com

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Business Builders, will feature Ella Carter with ProActive Payroll and Linda Gober with LDG Accounting Services as they present, “Are You Ready for Year End?” Join us as they educate small businesses about payroll and reporting the “dos and don’ts” for year-end reporting, employee set-up, understanding withholding,

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Hot Spot

Lobsta, Johns Creek Style LOCAL RESTAURANT NAMED ONE OF GEORGIA'S "100 PLATES LOCALS LOVE" ARTICLE SHELBY MARZEN

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athleen’s Catch of Johns Creek has been awarded the 2017/2018

and Indian, to Cuban and Greek – or just that classic, can’t-go-

“100 Plates Locals Love” distinction by Georgia Department

wrong burger – there's always a new dish to discover.

of Economic Development’s Tourism Division (GDEcD). Georgia

“Culinary experiences continue to be one of the top drivers of visitor

Tourism’s third annual list of “100 Plates Locals Love” is featured in

interest when planning a vacation,” says Kevin Langston, deputy commis-

the state’s culinary guide, Georgia Eats.

sioner for tourism at the Georgia Department of Economic Development.

Different from the average restaurateur, Kathleen Hulsey, owner

“Georgia offers visitors unique food and beverage experiences in every

of Kathleen’s Catch, opened her fish market to provide fresh seafood

corner of the state, and the Georgia Eats guide makes it easy for visitors

options that aren’t available in a grocery store. Her passion for quality

and locals to discover the many flavors of Georgia.”

is behind everything she sells. “I use only fresh lobster meat, which

The Georgia Department of Economic Development’s Tourism Division

means that I don't sell lobster rolls year round,” says Hulsey. “We start

highlights the state’s culinary greatness in the official guide Georgia Eats.

up in June and go through the end of the year. I would rather make the

The Tourism Division creates this informative and inspiring guide to entice

perfect lobster roll half a year than serve mediocrity all year long.”

visitors to sample the state’s world-class cuisine. Georgia Tourism created

Johns Creek was a natural fit when choosing a location for her busi-

“100 Plates Locals Love” as a way to provide visitors with locally sourced

ness, keeping her commute short (she lives in the city!) and allowing

suggestions, the same way we would recommend restaurants to our family

her to work with neighbors and friends on a daily basis. “It's a great

and friends. As a part of the “100 Plates Locals Love” designation, each

area for a store like mine,” says Hulsey. “People here appreciate the

restaurant is featured in the Georgia Eats culinary guide, which is distrib-

unique aspect of Kathleen's Catch and they love fresh fish. They’re

uted via the 12 Visitor Information Centers statewide; on the state’s con-

very quick to support small business and the city government itself is

sumer tourism website ExploreGeorgia.org; and on Explore Georgia’s

very business-friendly.” Johns Creek is home to one of the store’s two

social media channels.

locations, with the second market located in Milton.

This year, more than 750 “plates” were nominated via

Hulsey’s lobster roll is just one of many unique dining expe-

ExploreGeorgia.org and evaluated by a panel of judges. The

riences in Johns Creek. The city is a foodie’s paradise, home to

third annual list of “100 Plates Locals Love” features favorite

more than 125 restaurants representing 25 countries. From Italian

dishes from across the state.

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Artist’s Palette

ARTICLE SUE G. COLLINS

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“4

0 over 40” is an tion

presented

by

venue in Chamblee. Exhibition

invitational

exhibi-

EBD4, the new art dates are November

11- December 15, with an opening celebration on November 11.

Beginning with the Pop Art movement, there has been a prevalent cultural misunderstanding that new and visionary ideas belong only to the young. The truth is, that as artists age, the chances increase for brilliant new expressions with a marked richness in their art.

The premise of the “40 over 40” invitational exhibit is to show that fresh ideas and talent come from people of all ages, and that artists with decades of life experience have even more to offer.

"40 over 40" presents works by Atlanta–area artists ages 40 and over, whose careers range from newly discovered to seasoned.

Under the curatorial efforts of Elyse Defoor of Buckhead, the exhibit offers fresh counterbalance to the art-world ageism faced by many artists during their later years. "When considering the impressive art made by famous older artists later in life such as Georgia O’Keeffe, and the many well-known mature contemporary artists such as Kara Walker, Anish Kapoor, and 100-year-old Carmen Herrera, this show champions artists who continue to take risks, explore, and do the work that they are meant to do,” says curator Defoor.

“40 over 40”, at EBD4, opens with a celebratory reception on Saturday, November 11, 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm. Gallery hours are noon – 6 pm on Saturdays and by appointment; EBD4 can be reached by phone at 404-667-1902 or by email at ebd4@bellsouth.net.

The gallery is located at 2382 Chamblee Tucker Rd. Chamblee.

For more information about EBD4 visit online at EBD4.com.

EBD4 is a new exhibition/event space in Chamblee, Georgia that is pushing art out into the metro area, on Chamblee Tucker Rd. in a creative industrial space across from the CDC and Peachtree Dekalb Airport.

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Conversation

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on Design

ARTICLE SUE G. COLLINS PHOTOGRAPHY CHRISTY LEE

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CONVERSATION ON DESIGN (CON TI N U ED)

W

hen

Diane

Johnson

finished

renovating this 9,000 sq. ft home

on Lake Windward two years ago, the homeowner kept the Alpharetta designer on speed dial. Ms. Johnson and her team managed the design during a total home renovation. Builders took the home down to the studs and even replaced the entire outer facade of the house. “The homeowner loved her lot, and didn't want to move homes, but just wanted a dramatic change,” says Diane, whose firm redesigned the two main floors now ranging from traditional to transitional with modern art. The terrace level now is contemporary and opens up to the outdoor terrace overlooking the lake.

For Diane, conversation is crucial to her suc-

cess--and her clients’ happiness. When Diane started the project, she sat down with the client and discovered the family does a lot of entertaining, hosting company functions and parties. She asked about color and style preferences and together they chose grays and yellows, with subtle silver and gold accents.

On the terrace level, a wall of doors open completely to extend the living space, spilling out into the inviting terrace outside.

Custom details grace the home throughout, like the handrail on the catwalk and front stairwell and stone staircases and fireplaces that warm the transitional home.

DianeJohnsonInteriors.com

770.740.8414

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3121 Peachtree Parkway Suwanee, Georgia 30024

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*Wine of the Month* The guest bathroom with its lavish soaking tub shows beautifully, and makes a beautiful presentation with custom-made drapery above the tub.

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Dr. King, D.D.S. Dr. Lulu, D.M.D.

Specialists in Pediatric Dentistry

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Renovate & Refine

finishing

A

ccentrics is the brick

her

sister-in-law

+ mortar shop Alison

Baker, her mom Carol, and collaborate

Laney

on.

Family

TOUCH ARTICLE SUE G. COLLINS | PHOTOGRAPHY JEFF HERR AND KENDALL STOWELL

owned and operated, It is in the heart of Johns Creek

on

Old

Alabama

Road and Jones Bridge Road.

Alison's

20-plus

years of experience, her unique vision and passion for design keep her in high demand. She works in many different styles, whether it is traditional, contemporary, or transitional to achieve a perfect fit for each client. Alison lives

with

her

husband

Brian and son Braedon in Suwanee and her daughter Bridgette just started at the University of Alabama in

their

interior

design

program (hopefully to con-

Antique Sconces, Fortuny Fabric Seat Cushion

tinue this family tradition!).

Find Alison Baker Interior Design + Accentrics at Accentrics-Home.com.

For a home in Chastain Park, the clients came to Alison when they were in blueprint stage and invited her to collaborate with the architect (Harrison Design) and builder (Monte Hewett) to perfect the house plans. They then launched into the interiors marrying the classic architecture to the interior details. The homeowners really wanted something classic – yet unique.

"We were able to incorporate their request with interior architectural details, wood paneled library, barrel vaulted rooms down to the

Custom Hand Painted Grisaille Mural, Jim Thompson Silk Fabric on Chairs

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Wesley Hall Sofa, Emerson Bentley Cocktail Table

in the Dining Room," says Alison. "We

then

layered

the soothing color palette of mocha, shades of blue, cream Collected Space. Cabinets by Kingdom Woodworks

and terracotta with carefully selected

furnishings

and

textiles to complement and encompass the entire home.”

For a home on Berkley Lake near Johns Creek, Alison also met the clients during construction. " They were to the point of being overwhelmed with many ing

decisions

regard-

construction

and

interior finishes such as lighting, flooring, cabinet and

counter

selections

and more." Alison's team helped pursue the interior layout

of

furniture

and

followed through to the furnishing selections. The homeowners

were

look-

ing for an architecturally interesting house with a sophisticated eclectic and collected look. " We feel Custom designed Headboard by ABID, antique bedside chests

European eclectic feels like home

that

this

was

achieved

above and beyond, and the clients were ecstatic with the results,” says Alison.

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SUMMER NEVER ENDS AT GOLDFISH! "Back to school" doesn't have to mean "out of the pool!" At Goldfish Swim School, our pool is always 90 degrees, and our 30-minute lessons make it easy to work into your busy schedule. So enjoy some summer fun year-round at Goldfish!

Experience for yourself what makes our members LOVE Goldfish: Professional, trained and certified staff Kids get weekly feedback and constant monitoring of their development Have to miss a class? We offer free make-up lessons

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Realty Report

Johns Creek and Lake Lanier Realty Report NEIGHBORHOOD

ORIGINAL PRICE

SOLD PRICE

% LIST SOLD

DOM*

BEDS

BATHS

Country Club of the South

$1,145,000

$1,025,550

90%

170

6

6.1

Thornhill

$950,000

$866,500

97%

97

7

6.1

St Ives

$869,900

$840,000

97%

122

4

4.1

Winthrop Park

$845,000

$800,000

95%

190

4

4.1

St Ives

$829,900

$723,000

87%

182

5

5.2

The Falls of Autry Mill

$849,000

$720,000

85%

170

6

4.2

Sugar Mill

$655,000

$608,000

93%

205

7

4.2

St Ives

$629,900

$610,000

97%

37

7

5.1

Seven Oaks

$595,000

$595,000

100%

1

4

4.1

Double Gate

$579,900

$577,900

99%

2

6

5

Lake Lanier - Forsyth

$1,499,000

$1,417,500

95%

559

5

4.1

Lake Lanier - Hall

$1,290,000

$1,225,000

95%

49

5

5

Lake Lanier - Dawson

$1,195,000

$925,000

77%

190

5

3.2

Lake Lanier - Forsyth

$850,000

$817,875

96%

85

4

3

Lake Lanier - Gwinnett

$850,000

$842,000

99%

21

6

4.2

Lake Lanier - Forsyth

$830,000

$800,000

96%

48

3

2

Lake Lanier - Hall

$679,900

$650,000

96%

412

4

2.1

Lake Lanier - Hall

$649,900

$620,000

95%

82

4

3

Lake Lanier - Hall

$649,900

$595,000

92%

459

3

3.1

Lake Lanier - Hall

$625,000

$571,000

91%

89

3

2.1

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and awareness for preventing sight-stealing conditions and diseases in Georgia. Guests will enjoy an evening of cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, catered by Affairs to Remember, and live music entertainment from the Macular Degenerates. Georgia.PreventBlindness.org

NOVEMBER 8 MAKING HEALTHY TRANSITIONS NORTHEAST SPRUILL OAKS LIBRARY A support group for women navigating through changes in parenting, relationships, and balancing work and households. The facilitator, Sona Tank, a Certified Life Coach from Life Purpose Institute, uses effective and evidence-based tools to help them make healthy transitions. karen.swenson@fultoncountyga.gov

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Parting Thoughts

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ARTICLE SYDNEY LINDSEY

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been one of the only con-

hen many think of

home, they imagine

a single city or dwelling. They

sistent things. I moved to

Chicago excited to explore

Sydney and Pogo

a novel, vibrant city, eager to

are instantly flooded with memo-

absorb some of its culture into

ries of riding bikes down the same

my persona. This sense of seek-

streets, growing up in the same house

ing new places also led me to move

since birth, driving past the same strip malls and parks. My definition of home is a bit more convoluted.

Having grown up in three different houses in two differ-

to London during college. Now as an adult, I find moving to new places a stimulating adventure and a rewarding challenge.

Now living in Atlanta, I look back on the cities I’ve

ent states, I never really grew up with the same neighbors or the

called home as the puzzle pieces of the wonderful life I’ve lived

same surroundings. I remember envying my friends who had the

so far. Each city built a part of my personality; each new city

same house from birth to high school graduation. I was jealous

uncovered a new aspect of myself. My parents did me the ulti-

of the familiarity they had created and the bonds they had made.

mate favor by raising my siblings and me in different locales.

After living in two different houses in the San Francisco Bay Area,

They made us citizens not of one town, but rather, of the world.

then moving to a new home in Columbus, Ohio, all I ever craved

Today, it is even more important to consider ourselves a part of

during my childhood and teenage years was some semblance of

our greater surroundings.

consistency. I wanted to know my neighbors on a deeper level

I am so thankful that home, for me, isn’t a single brick and mortar

than waving hello while driving by. I wanted to be the trusted

entity. Home is fog that rolls over the hills. It is the salty sea air. It is

neighborhood babysitter, not the unknown new girl.

watching deer dance in the first snowfall. It is being surrounded by

I really have no right to complain, as I am incredibly fortunate to

skyscrapers that comfort like friendly giants. And most importantly,

have been raised in great homes in safe areas throughout my child-

home for me is being surrounded by my family: the related and

hood. Many are not as fortunate. But I always remember wishing I

unrelated humans who give me love and comfort, making home a

lived somewhere for long enough that I was ingrained in the area.

state of mind and heart, rather than another address.

It wasn’t until recently that I became thankful that this was how I

Sydney Lindsey is a second-year student in the Copywriting

was raised. When it came time for me to choose a college, I didn’t

program at The Creative Circus in Atlanta. Home for her now is an

fear moving somewhere completely new. In fact, I knew I wanted to

apartment on the north side of Atlanta, with her adorable dachs-

explore a new city. Throughout my life, moving to new places has

hund hound, Pogo, by her side.

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