Roswell, GA March 2024

BEST EXTERIOR PRICING OF THE YEAR!

Plus FREE COLOR CONSULTATION FREE PRODUCT UPGRADE!

RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR PAINTING GUTTERS AND FLOORING

HIS & HER SEXUAL HEALTH

Debuting the His & Hers shots. This process has been known to increase blood flow and aid with conditions such as ED and bladder incontinence.

STEM CELL & PLATELET RICH PLASMA (PRP)

Treatments with stem cells and PRP can support healing by regenerating, repairing and increasing blood flow to injured and damaged tissue such as with osteoarthritis or sports injuries.

PEPTIDE & IV HYDRATION

Directly targeted and customized treatments for maximum results

HORMONE REPLACEMENT

TRT - Testosterone Replacement for Men Bio-Identical Replacement for Women

Provider guided semaglutide or tirzepatide programs

Rediscover Confidence

Photography by: Matt Hernandez

Welcome to Our Spring Home Issue

Home. So much contained in that little four letter word. Home is our grounding. Our base. Our launchpad. It’s where we start and end each day. And while it looks different for each of us, the meaning and value for all of us is undeniable.

Author Wendy Wunder said, “The magic thing about home is that it feels good to leave, and it feels even better to come back.” As we thought about home, we wanted to highlight what makes it special to our readers. That of course includes the food and drinks, the aesthetic and design, and much more.

I love coming home at the end of the day, pouring a glass of wine and sitting by a fire, or reading some good daily mantras to relax.

We feel blessed to learn more about the businesses in Roswell and hope the small lens into their lives and work spark an interest for you, our readers. As you flip through the pages of this issue, we hope you’ll feel encouraged and connected to the many stories from them about design, trends and all things home!

Every month, we hear from our readers who keep this magazine for longer than just the month labeled on the cover. They say they hold onto it for months as coffee table art or an accessory in their home. We feel proud to create a resource that is valued in our community and strive every month to deliver the value you expect. Thanks for letting us be a part of your home.

Hope to see you around our great town of Roswell and we encourage you to continue to support our local businesses featured throughout our pages. They are instrumental in helping bring our magazine to life each month!

With love,

LISA THIBAULT, PUBLISHER @ROSWELLCITYLIFESTYLE

March 2024

PUBLISHER

Lisa Thibault | lisa.thibault@citylifestyle.com

EDITOR

Sue Collins | scollins@citylifestyle.com

ACCOUNT MANAGERS

Lan Pham | lan.pham@citylifestyle.com

Karyn Slovin | karyn.slovin@citylifestyle.com

PUBLISHER ASSISTANT

Abby Ramsey | abby.ramsey@citylifestyle.com

ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

Chelsea Manning | chelsea.manning@citylifestyle.com

SALES MANAGER

Kelly Lobuglio | kelly.lobuglio@citylifestyle.com

MARKET AREA COORDINATOR

Tran Bui Smith | tranbsmith@gmail.com

SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATOR

Mike Thomas | mike@mikethomasgroup.com

COPY EDITOR

Stacy Conde

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Stacy Conde, Kim Costa, Rhiannon Johnson, Sean O'Keefe

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Wayne Albright, Amy Alvarez, Jeremy Pentsil

Corporate Team

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER Matthew Perry

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF HR Janeane Thompson

DIRECTOR OF FIRST IMPRESSIONS Jennifer Robinson

TECHNICAL DIRECTOR Josh Klein

AD DESIGNER Whitney Lockhart

LAYOUT DESIGNER Eva Tucker

MEET OAKLEY!

Oakley was born in China in March of 2014. She was found in a baby box, and taken to the orphanage. Oakley has Spina bifida. Her medical file looked really complex and scary, but the moment her family saw her picture, none of it mattered and they adopted Oakley. Because of her Spina bifida, Oakley is paralyzed mid thigh down. She uses a wheelchair but when she is at home, she likes to be out of her chair, so she will scoot around using her arms. Oakley is the happiest, most joyful child you will ever meet. She’s the one who reminds her family to be grateful, and to find joy in everything. Oakley’s parents were carrying her in and out of the house and also having to lift her into a tub and help her with everything in the bathroom. Sunshine on a Ranney Day, with a sponsorship of Gas South and amazing design by Linen & Flax, revealed a new accessible bathroom and wheelchair ramp. Now Oakley is able to gain independence and experience even more sunshine in her life!

Mary has been a part of the 30A community for over 20 years. Having moved to the area from the Atlanta suburbs she knows how important it is to have a home away from home to call your own.

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Want to be seen in the magazine?

1: Kelly Lubiglio, Donna Sullivan, Cathy Treible, Jennifer Weaver at Country Club of Roswell trivia night 2: Welcome to Roswell, Naked Mind Yoga Studio staff and owner Brandi Runnels! 3: Niky, Peggy and Laura of Brewable, at the Polar Bear Plunge fundraiser which raised $9,000 4: Mayor and council named U.S. Air Force Master Sergeant Martina Schmidt, “Esteemed Veteran of Roswell” 5: East Roswell welcomes BodyBar Pilates. This

owner Shannon Renegar’s second location. 6: Behind the scenes at the shoot for this month’s story on Lexie Delaney 7: Yoga Six opened its doors in Roswell last month at 1570 Holcomb Bridge Road

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Work with Flawless Painting, Support CURE

Roswell’s Flawless Painting announces its new community impact program and has designated CURE Childhood Cancer as its beneficiary. For all work contracted by Georgia customers, Flawless Painting will donate a portion of their gross revenues each month to CURE to support families and children during treatment. Flawless Painting founder Scott Csaszar was inspired to work with CURE after his wife Trina volunteered at the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta.

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Collaborations Against Crime

The Roswell Police Department (RPD) is proud to announce the launch of “Connect Roswell,” a voluntary community camera registry program aimed at enhancing the efficiency of public safety incident response efforts through the collaborative use of technology. Register the location of your camera or integrate your camera feeds. To register a device free of charge, residents or business owners provide their contact information and the location of their cameras. ConnectRoswell.org

It's Been Fun!

Jim Powell, a Roswell native and University of Georgia graduate, has announced his retirement as the iconic voice of Braves baseball. His departure marks the end of an era for Atlanta sports fans. He reached out to fans on social media, saying, "It has been an honor to broadcast so many great games in my own hometown. I feel like I have benefitted from knowing so many great professionals through this experience."

William R. Mitchell III

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New Turf Fields Underway at Groveway

The City of Roswell hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of two new turf fields at Groveway Community Park. The event marked the completion of yet another transformative project funded by Roswell’s Bond Program. The new turf fields will provide the best combination of durability and safety over the next decade. The lower field received an ADA accessibility improvement with a new sidewalk leading from the ADA parking area to the field.

Clean Beans in Town

Baristas at The Human Bean will begin pouring coffee and other specialty beverages at 2000 Holcomb Bridge Road beginning Spring 2024, featuring a drive-through with specialty-grade

coffee, real-fruit smoothies, whole-leaf teas, hot breakfast items to-go and the Human Bean’s new signature energy drink, Bright Energy® - clean caffeine sourced from green coffee beans.  Local owners Aaron Nickelson and his long-time friend say the staff look forward to providing above-par products and exceptional customer service.

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National Merit Scholarship Winners

Five Roswell High School students have qualified as semi-finalists for the National Merit Scholarship, a national program offering an annual academic competition among high school students for recognition and college scholarships. Pictured (L to R): Nori Liang, Jack Blecker, Marina Richey, Shelton Whigham, and Abi Sivanandan

Coming in June

Roswell Junction is located on the former site of the Atlanta Street Baptist Church, which sold the property and moved to Woodstock as part of the Historic Gateway Project. Expect eight different food concepts, three bars, including an indoor/outdoor bar, an open concept space with garage doors leading outside to the bandstand and a covered patio with a vintage arcade, big screen TVs, outdoor games, a children’s play area, and a fenced dog area.

Photo by Neal Barr

GEORGIA Ovarian Cancer ALLIANCE

ARTICLE BY SEAN O’KEEFE PHOTOGRAPHY BY JOLIE LOREN PHOTOGRAPHY

AWARENESS AND EDUCATION

LEADS

The Georgia Ovarian Cancer Alliance (GOCA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to raising awareness about ovarian cancer, providing support to survivors and their families, and funding the nationally recognized “Bag of Hope” program. Through community outreach, events, and resources, the alliance strives to empower women with knowledge about symptoms and risk factors leading to early detection.

My work has made me realize that everyone has a voice in the prevention of this disease and that we all need to be advocates for awareness and early detection. Clearly, ovarian cancer is a women’s disease, but men can play a crucial role in educating people about ovarian cancer by raising awareness and fostering open, thoughtful conversations. Supporting female partners, friends, and family members in seeking regular check-ups and discussing women's health openly helps break down the social taboos surrounding ovarian cancer.

Men can participate in awareness campaigns, share information through social platforms, and encourage a proactive approach to healthcare, ultimately contributing to early detection and improved outcomes for ovarian cancer. Empathy, shared experiences, and a commitment to advocacy create a powerful bond, making community a stronghold for those navigating the complexities of ovarian cancer, promoting awareness, and driving positive change.

Please join us as we celebrate at the GOCA 2024 Shaken, Not Stirred Gala at the Georgia Aquarium on Saturday, March 9. Your support of and belief in the GOCA mission and your attendance at the Shaken, Not Stirred Gala, is the reason this event is one of the premier ovarian cancer awareness events in the country.

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"EMPATHY, SHARED

EXPERIENCES, AND A commitment TO ADVOCACY CREATE A powerful bond , MAKING COMMUNITY A STRONGHOLD FOR THOSE NAVIGATING the complexities OF OVARIAN CANCER."

Opposite: Gailtricia Fogg and Kim Emory (survivors), laughing it up with Sean O'Keefe

Above Left: Evelyn Orenbuch and Stuart Napshin celebrating their auction win!

Above Middle: Aleah James and guest enjoying the gala.

Above Right: City Lifestyle publishers Jennifer Conforti, Lisa Thibault, and Dianne Kaseta

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Fitness, Family, Fine Food and Oh Yes, GOLF!

The Country Club of Roswell is a welcoming community with a friendly and healthy lifestyle for all ages with a fun, active, and engaged membership, where everyone comes to play. Anchored by a gorgeous 18-hole golf course, 13 well-maintained tennis courts, casual and fine dining, members and guests can join special events, youth activities, and more. We sat down with Membership Director, Mike Dooda to find out more.

WHAT ARE MEMBERS' FAVORITE ACTIVITIES IN MARCH AND APRIL?

Our members thoroughly enjoy attending our monthly trivia nights, the spring wine dinners and our staple club brunches, like Easter brunch, which hosts over 400 members, friends, and guests in our Grand Ballroom; and our deck opening party, which welcomes our members to enjoy our Azaela Deck in warmer temperatures and brand-new spring menu offerings!

WHAT ARE THE NEWEST ADDITIONS TO THE CLUB?

The newest additions to the club that we are really excited about are our pickleball program, recently renovated event and dining space, a newly upgraded sound system in the Grand Ballroom and upgraded pool furniture and amenities.

TELL US ABOUT YOUR FAN-FAVORITE TEAM MEMBER.

Our members love Lisa Trombino, who is a fixture on the beverage cart during golf outings and tournaments and at the Magnolia Bar as our lead bartender during dinner service or member events. She’s been at the club for over 15 years and has become a beloved member of our staff and a great team leader.

WHAT DOES CHEF HAVE UP HIS SLEEVE FOR MARCH AND SPRING?

Aside from our member favorite event that we regularly host, we are also excited about our motherdaughter high tea, our Paddy’s & Pints event for St. Patrick's Day, and a special Master’s themed dinner.

WHAT ELSE WOULD YOU LIKE TO SHARE WITH READERS?

Our summer camp program registration is now open for members and guests. This is eight weeks of summer fun filled with activities and special guests and themes.

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Reach out to Mike Dooda with questions and to find out more.

919.368.2027 | MDooda@ConcertGolfClubs.com

ARTICLE BY KIM COSTA

BE BOLD

Move over minimalism, whites and grays, and cool monochromatic tones, and make way for cozier, warm, earthier color schemes, more daring pops of color, statements of individuality through design, and dare I say… the boldness of authenticity expressed in our homes. Like a colorful, statement piece of artwork on a neutral wall color, we can feel free to be vibrantly authentic from the foundation of our home environments.

HOW DO WE START ADDING SOME SPICE TO OUR LIVING ENVIRONMENTS?

1. Move away from pale grays and stark whites by incorporating an all-over off-white paint color with a strong touch of your favorite undertone, such as apricot, green, or blue.

2. Place more colorful artwork, throw pillows, and accent pieces in your existing white and gray rooms for a less permanent and possibly more cost-effective change.

3. Afraid to go too bold too fast? Use a midtoned hue paint color on a larger area, like your kitchen cabinets or a wall color in one room.

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4. Want to dip your toe into the bold waters? Choose a vibrant wallpaper for a bathroom, bedroom, or dining room. Pick a paper that expresses the motif of a favorite destination, a splash of your favorite colors, or reminds you of an activity you enjoy most. Express your life desires in the wallpaper.

5. Go all in on one room and make it your “trendy room.”  For example, your primary or guest bathroom could be a retreat filled with your favorite warm colors in the tile, wood, and textiles. I bet when you entertain, everyone will want to visit your bathroom!

6. For all-over inspiration, pick a multi-colored rug or piece of artwork with your favorite colors and coordinate the wall color, fabrics, and accessories to carry the theme of that piece throughout that room or even your whole house.

Leah Alexander of Beauty Is Abundant, an Atlantabased design firm, says, “I see the appeal of gray and white kitchens and endless beige bouclé tapering off in favor of vibrance, saturation, and increasingly edgy color combinations.” Seeing people's lifestyles and homes come alive with personality, individuality, and authenticity is exciting. Like consciously building the layers towards self-actualization in Maslow’s Hierarchy, color and self-expression aesthetically layered upon the foundation of a secure and comforting home show us that we are collectively climbing to a better place. Let’s celebrate our transcendence from challenging times and invite each other to live boldly and brilliantly.

TOP 5% ATLANTA REALTOR ® CREATOR OF THE “WHEEL HOUSE” LIFESTYLE ASSESSMENT ROSWELL RESIDENT

A long-time resident of Atlanta with local expertise and global connections, Kim comes to every real estate consultation with business savvy, innate insight, and the ability to procure the perfect lifestyle for each client.

678-873-6299

Atlanta Fine Homes | Sotheby’s International Realty 1125 Sanctuary Pkwy, Ste 400, Alpharetta, GA 30004 www.kimcosta.atlantafinehomes.com kimcosta@atlantafinehomes.com

Lifestyle Foundations

821 Atlanta St Roswell, GA 30075 www.lifestylefoundations.com kim@lifestylefoundations.com

The Star House Foundation

ARTICLE BY ROSWELL CITY LIFESTYLE STAFF

ROSWELL BEER FESTIVAL IS MARCH 2

The Roswell Beer Festival is one of Georgia’s leading beer festivals. Presented by STAR House,100% of the proceeds benefit local kids in need. The event offers unlimited 3-ouncepour beer tastings with access to over 350+ different beers. The festival is organized by style rather than by brewery, which is one of the attendees' favorite aspects!

STAR House is a Roswell-based 501(c)(3) that provides after-school programs to at-risk students, at no cost to their families.

Are you a VIP?

With the 2024 VIP Experience, VIP entry opens at 1:00 p.m., featuring exclusive access to an exquisitely furnished VIP tent. Enjoy beers created exclusively for the event, complimentary food by incredible local restaurants, $10 in festival tokens, and deluxe restroom facilities.

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• 20,000+ kids live in poverty in North Fulton, despite being one of the most affluent areas in Georgia.

• 9,000+ students in our primary service area are not meeting third grade reading standards.

• 300,000+ children in Georgia are unsupervised from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. (juvenile crime peak time).

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LEXIE DELANEY

ARTICLE BY TRAN BUI | PHOTOGRAPHY BY WAYNE ALBRIGHT, AMY ALVAREZ, JEREMY PENTSIL & DELANEY FAMILY

A VOICE FOR KINDNESS AND BEAUTY BEYOND APPEARANCE

Photo by Wayne Albright

In a world where beauty is often confined to the surface, 16-year-old Lexie Delaney of Calhoun emerges as a powerful voice for kindness and a passionate advocate for the beauty that lies within each of us.

Lexie admits, “There are times I wish I could look different or that I would not get bullied.”

Lexie was born with Treacher Collins Syndrome, an inherited condition where bones in the face do not form. She’s been in and out of hospitals all her life, and has had 211 procedures and surgeries so far. All of this was too much for her biological parents, so Amy and Derron Delaney adopted her, adding to their family of 10 children - six with special needs. Lexie’s story mirrors the challenges faced by Auggie Pullman, the fictional character from the popular book and movie Wonder.

Photo by Jeremy Pentsil

“When I was first born, I didn’t look so great. I was also mute because I couldn’t hear, so I learned sign language," says Lexie. "When I finally got hearing aids, another world opened for me and I started to use my voice.”

Little did she know her voice would grow stronger and her impact greater. Lexie is embarking on a journey to share her unique perspective, becoming an ambassador for Make-A-Wish Georgia and spokesperson for the non-profit Be THE Voice, based in Roswell.

“It has changed the way I see myself and given me confidence,” explains Lexie. “I’m more than just a teenager navigating this world. I’m an advocate for people who may feel forgotten or different.”

"As Lexie’s parents, we have been blessed with seeing miracles firsthand," says her proud mom Amy. “Lexie’s compassion for others, evident even during her own pain, sets her apart.”

Lexie Delaney stands as an inspiring voice, reminding us to embrace our uniqueness and uplift others along the way.

“Bad thoughts are never good,” adds Lexie, “but here’s a reminder to always be yourself no matter what, even if people are not being nice to you.”

Follow Lexie on Instagram @lexiesviewofbeauty

Venue: SmartMED

Hair & makeup: Nahla Hannah

Stylists: Nic Blaize & Julie Wojenski

Photoshoot contributors: Tonya McLarty, Stacy & Luke Lathrop, Nick Rhodes, Zuri Johnson, Buffie Jubard

“Lexie’s compassion for others, evident even during her own pain, sets her apart.”

Photo by Jeremy Pentsil

Design IN SAVANNAH

THE KIMPTON BRICE HOTEL

ARTICLE BY SUE G. COLLINS

The Davenport House Museum

Dating back to the 1860s, the storied buildings that are now the Kimpton Brice Savannah Hotel housed a livery stable, cotton warehouse, foundry and machine shop, wholesale grocer and Coca-Cola bottling plant, before becoming The Mulberry Inn in 1982. When transformed into the Brice in 2014, the Savannah gray color palette was used throughout the property to provide a calming and neutral envelope for more contemporary layers of interior design elements that are welcoming, charming, sophisticated and playful.

The story behind the general design was to maintain a sense of wonder – ethereal, dreamy and magical – while also uplifting

furnishings and finishes to feel curated with a European sensibility. The color palette is soft and subdued with rich textures and a newly added bookcase to tie back to Savannah’s literary history. The art featured throughout the property is a collection of local and national pieces.

You’ll want to take the fun fringe chairs in the lobby home with you. A metal screen pays homage to the iron gates that can be found walking through stately neighborhoods surrounding the Brice.

My favorite nearby historic building is The Davenport House Museum. In 1955, the c. 1820 Isaiah Davenport House was set to be demolished to be made into a surface parking lot. It was saved by a group of seven intrepid women, who blocked the demolition, purchased the property, and formed the Historic Savannah Foundation

(HSF). The House opened as a museum in 1963. The HSF saved it and preserves it still today. Be sure to include a tour when you stay at the Brice, which is off the beaten track in historic downtown Savannah, steps from the revitalized riverfront and all the fun, but without the noise and frivolity.

There’s a sweet hidden garden where you can have morning coffee or work (if you must). The hotel restaurant, Pricci, serves southern-inspired Italian classics. We liked the étouffée and southern biscuits for breakfast and short rib marsala for dinner. The menu is impressive and surprising. And, there’s nothing better than a gorgeous meal in your hotel and a nightcap by the pool before wandering up to bed.

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The Davenport House Museum

STUNNING

HOMES and Unique

FIND INSPIRATION IN THESE FOUR NEW RELEASES.

ARTICLE BY RHIANNON BANKES

It takes a lot of work to make a house a home. A home reflects your personal style, functions to meet your goals, and provides relief from the outside world. However, unless you are a design professional, you likely need a bit of guidance to turn your thoughts and ideas into reality. One way to create a sanctuary that combines all the elements of your dream home is by immersing yourself in the advice and visions of award-winning architects and designers.

Flip through the gorgeous, glossy, photo-filled pages of these beautiful books and apply their lessons to your own home.

Learn how to integrate elegant timelessness, celebrate bold colors and eclectic patterns, or embrace the past while living stylishly in the present. You can then combine this global range of influences, unique perspectives, and aesthetic applications to create your own original design plan.

Whether you’re building a new home, planning a renovation, or your home is simply a constant work in progress, these four new releases are sure to provide the inspiration you need to transition your house into your dream home—whatever that may look like and wherever that may be. Enjoy!

HOME: THE RESIDENTIAL ARCHITECTURE OF D. STANLEY DIXON

Atlanta-based architect Stan Dixon has received tremendous media attention since the founding of his firm D. Stanley Dixon Architect, Inc. in 2006. His highly-anticipated debut book showcases thirteen projects from across the country. From a relaxed Jupiter Island coastal retreat to an elegant Englishmanor-inspired South Carolina home, each project varies geographically and stylistically, highlighting a variety of different aesthetic components.

OUR WAY HOME: REIMAGINING AN AMERICAN FARMHOUSE

The defined style of cozy and simple living has led to a rise in American farmhouse design in

“Learn how to integrate elegant timelessness, celebrate bold colors and eclectic patterns, or embrace the past while living stylishly in the present.”

recent years. Interior designer Heide Hendricks and architect-builder Rafe Churchill show how they have brought twenty-first-century living to their late nineteenth-century New England farmhouse. This husband-and-wife team combined their talents to create a historic home that is both a personal retreat designed for everyday life and a constant source of inspiration for their other projects.

VILLA D'ESTE: LEGEND ON LAKE COMO

In 1568 Tolomeo Gallio commissioned a grand villa overlooking Italy’s magnificent Lake Como. After two centuries in the Gallio family, Villa d’Este became home to multiple members of the aristocracy before being transformed into an elegant five-star resort in 1873. After 150 years of catering to an endless array of famous guests wishing to immerse themselves in “la dolce vita,” Vila d’Este stands as an example of blending tradition and modernity to create absolute luxury.

PALM BEACH STYLE: THE ARCHITECTURE AND ADVOCACY OF JOHN AND JANE VOLK

In the 1920s, American royalty wanted to establish a winter retreat and show off their newfound wealth. Building grand homes inspired by European palaces, they created one of the world’s most famous resort towns. Commissioned to design over 2,000 projects during his sixty years of practice, John Volk’s legacy as one of the “big five” architects of Palm Beach, can now be seen on almost every street.

Local Favorites

COASTAL BAR, GRILL & CHILL

Food enthusiasts can embark on a delightful journey through Gulf Coast cuisine, beverages, and culture in a relaxed, inviting neighborhood destination, elevated by the ambiance of a beachside retreat and a menu that transcends expectations.

Coastal offers daily culinary and beverage delights, punctuated by special events like Tuesday night trivia and live music performances. And, for loyal fans of original Houck’s, no need to worry, Coastal’s menu features many dishes that have won hearts over the past 35 years along with the same owners, staff and service you’ve come to expect.

Among the enticing additions, Stuart is enthusiastic about the “Ray Bob,” a Southern twist on the timeless Reuben sandwich, as well as Mexican molotes, thin-sliced fried catfish served with gluten-free hush puppies, a modern take on a Southern favorite. CoastalRoswell.com

ELITE SKILLZ SPORTS AND FITNESS

They have one goal, to empower children through active programs to become the best version of themselves. They offer after-school, school break camps, evening classes, birthday parties, parent’s night out, and a ton of free community events throughout the year! Weekly Skillz classes include karate, tumbling, dance, sports, art, yoga, and ninja parkour, providing a variety of enrichment options for kids in a safe, clean, and affordable place where parents can trust to send their children. Registration for summer camp 2024 is now open! Call or text 678.674.4663 today to save your child’s spot!  EliteSkillzSportsAndFitness.com

PET BAR BOUTIQUE

A locally owned, upscale dog bathing and grooming boutique that offers all of the standard services you expect: bathing (professional and self-wash), grooming, nails, special shampoos, special hair treatments, specialty everything! It will be an experience that pet and pet parents will all enjoy. Try their unlimited Bath & Brush monthly membership program along with convenient and precise scheduling. PetBar is a full-service and self-service dog boutique. Appointments are not necessary for the self-service wash section, and if you choose full-service wash or a groom, their professional dog bathers and groomers will make your pups look their best!PetBarInc.com/locations/Roswell

NUTRISHOP

Their in-store experience is very consultative, unique and custom to everyone. There is not one plan, one supplement, or one supplement stack to fit all individuals and their needs. Staff takes the time to educate you and make sure you are as confident in your nutrition program as they are. In addition to top-quality nutritional supplements, find complimentary composition assessment Evolt 360 Scan, free meal plans and vital nutritional support/guidance that you can’t get online. Locally owned and operated. NutriShopUsa.com

BODY FIT TRAINING, BFT ROSWELL

This is the place where you will get stronger, period. Strength training is something we should all do for the rest of our lives to help with quality of life. What better way to do this than with a welcoming community, personal trainers, and progressive programming? Scan the code and book your first class on them. Call 770.759.0880 BodyFitTraining.com/location/roswell

CUBANAS ATL/ROSWELL

Breakfast, lunch, dinner, dessert and specialty drinks are all served with a side of salsa lessons at Cubanas ATL. New to Roswell, they serve overnight oats, Cuban toast, ham and cheese croissants, and Cuban and specialty coffee drinks. Enjoy mojitos, daiquiris, Cubanritas, beer, and wine in the afternoons/evenings. Inside or on the open patio you can enjoy salsa lessons, dominoes tournaments and one-night-only dinners of Cuban paella or grilled tomahawk steaks. Don’t forget dessert: caramel flan and tres leches cake. CubanosATL.com

Wine Time

ARTICLE BY SUE G. COLLINS

When families gather, good things happen.

The renovation of this bonus room in a downtown Roswell home now offers a sophisticated and warm gathering space for the family, with fine wine as the focus.

“The mix of materials helps the wine room feel like a cellar, but at the same time gives some warmth and elegance to the space,” says Scott Blair, managing partner of Rainey Blair Weidmann. “The warm wood shelves help break up the strong stone wall. The shelves also give a place to add some personal character to the room.”

Ranney Blair Weidmann added dark cabinets and dark quartz countertops to help bring in a transitional ambiance. With a strong showing of stone and tile in the room, the added wood backdrop to the cable wine system helps soften the tone.

Smart use of exterior rated steel and glass doors helps to keep the party noise from escaping upstairs. “While the doors help separate the space, they also offer a stunning greeting as you walk down the stairs into this magnificent wine room,” says Scott. Perfect!

“While this project is beautiful, the events around this project and family taught us a lot more. They taught us to cherish every moment with our families and loved ones. Celebrate their lives and recognize their influence in the world is more than meets the eye,” notes Scott.

Peter Ranney, Dan Weidmann and Scott work from their showroom and design center on Oak Street. They are passionate about creating a rewarding and enjoyable experience for clients, employees, and trade partners.

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READY TO REMODEL?

A successful project starts with a good fit of client, project, and contractor. The best relationships begin with a candid conversation.  The discussion focuses on your goals and objectives for the project and the contractor relationship, as well as the approach to the design and development.

Fueled by Family

ARTICLE BY SUE G. COLLINS

Two successful real estate professionals

Cathy Treible and Donna Sullivan are dynamic businesswomen. Their partnership with Ansley Real Estate and Christie's International Real Estate means they have a national and international reach for and with clients. For them, it's about more than comprehensive and professional marketing, sophisticated technology, and expert market knowledge, supporting the highest standards of service.

"We care deeply about our clients' individual situations, goals, and dreams. Real estate is so much more than buying, and selling houses," says Cathy.  "Everyone desires love

and connection in a home and community and it’s our passion to connect clients to the perfect place where they can share their lives with those they love."

The real estate market is so exciting and challenging right now with the current inventory shortage. "We have great connections with both community members and agents that allow us to stay ahead of what’s coming to market, what’s shifting, and how to help our clients win," says Donna. "To play our part - whether it’s finding an amazing off-market listing, winning out on multiple offers for a

first-time home buyer, securing the dream lake house or connecting to the luxury $3 million mountain homes - our secret sauce is that we love what we do."

For sellers, it’s about return on investment, engaging and effective marketing and managing the stress of the process. Donna and Cathy have a keen eye for design along with connections to the best contractors, stagers and painters who will make a home shine.

"Recently, one of our luxury listings was previously listed with another firm. The over $2 million home was masterfully styled by our expert stager, which allowed us to increase the last offer price from the previous listing," explains Cathy. "The incredible home received multiple, full-price offers in just 3 days!"

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Donna Sullivan and her daughterin-law Sarah Sullivan

Their clients become their friends as they navigate the journey together. "The reason clients choose us is because we are experienced, honest, connected, compassionate and we are skilled negotiators. We surround ourselves with industry experts and love to have fun," says Donna who grew up in Dunwoody. Cathy lives in downtown Alpharetta and is also a proud Lake Lanier homeowner.

"Atlanta has so many fabulous communities, all with unique personalities. We are blessed and grateful to be trusted real estate advisors to many and love helping people 'Love Where You Live,'" they say.

The two are the duo behind last year's Tour of Homes benefiting The Cystic

Fibrosis Foundation. Donna’s daughter Erin Sullivan passed away suddenly at the age of 17 from complications of cystic fibrosis, a progressive, genetic disease. Donna’s son Keenan suffers from cystic fibrosis metabolic syndrome as well as cerebral palsy. In people with CF, a defective gene causes a thick, sticky buildup of mucus in the lungs, pancreas, and other organs. In the lungs, the mucus clogs the airways and traps bacteria leading to infections, extensive lung damage, and eventually, respiratory failure. When Erin died, the Willow Springs Community

sprang into action. Homeowners opened their homes and the home tour was launched. Follow Cathy and Donna to find out more about the next tour.

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“We have great connections with both community members and agents that allow us to stay ahead of what’s coming to market”

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Berries and Basil

MAKE A REFRESHING SPRINGTIME COCKTAIL OR MOCKTAIL. IT’S ONE OF MY FAVES.

How about a Basil Berry Mojito? This spring you can enjoy a cool and fresh cocktail or mocktail made right at home. It's easy and tastes so good. From my home to yours.

INGREDIENTS:

• 2 oz white rum

• 1 oz fresh lime juice

• 1 oz simple syrup

• 6-8 fresh strawberries, hulled

• 8-10 fresh basil leaves

• Soda water

• Ice

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Muddle the strawberries and basil leaves in a shaker.

2. Add rum, lime juice, and simple syrup to the shaker with ice.

3. Shake well and strain the mixture into a glass filled with ice.

4. Top with soda water for some fizz.

5. Garnish with a strawberry slice, lime, lemon and a sprig of basil.

6. Enjoy your refreshing Basil Berry Mojito!

Feel free to adjust the sweetness, add more herbs to suit your taste or leave out the rum altogether for a cool fresh mocktail. Cheers!

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Spring trends for a more joyful home

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1. Add a dash of personality to a room by painting the ceiling and doors in colors different from the walls.

2. Textured and patterned tiles are replacing white subway tiles in bathrooms. Hanging tiles vertically is a fun twist.

3. Chrome is making a comeback. Black fixtures popular in the modern farmhouse look are out, and high-shine is in.

4. The move away from the farmhouse look means that color is back, even on walls!

5. Pattern on pattern. Designers are wild about fun patterns this year. Express yourself!

6. Dopamine decor and joyful aesthetics. Lots of pops of bright colors and fun shapes trigger happiness and delight.

7. Curvilinear and flowy furniture are appealing. Curved sofas and upholstery pieces, organic shaped coffee tables and end tables.

8. Bouclé fabric offers texture and motion, popular for a few years and still gaining fans.

9. Brown is back in the color pallet. Bring pops of it into your home through accessories, pillows, and linens.

10. The texture, tones, and contrasts of a burlwood piece makes any room look luxurious.

11. Classic furniture with arched accents lets you bring the curvature trend into your home on a more traditional piece.

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Sunshine on a Ranney Day team and the designers at Sunny & Ranney shared trends they are excited about this spring.

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A curated selection of on-trend designer furniture and home decor while supporting SOARD.

Your Home, Your Way

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As a member of Roswell Rotary for several years, Ken Carter felt the strong sense of community that permeates throughout Roswell’s businesses and neighborhoods. When he started looking for a business to purchase, one of his main criteria was that it had to be based in Roswell. He purchased the Roswell location of Floor Coverings International® in 2022 with the mission to bring that same sense of community to their way of doing business. Here’s how they do it.

Traveling from showroom to showroom can be overwhelming and feel like a chore. Looking at floor samples in a store, without the benefit of seeing them in your home, is challenging.

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Ken Carter, owner of Floor Coverings International in his "office," his mobile showroom.

“THERE’S NO DOUBT THAT YOU’RE GETTING THE ‘A-TEAM’

ON

YOUR FLOORING PROJECT.”

Floor Coverings International in Roswell kicks travel and guesswork to the curb, literally, with their concierge experience that brings everything to your doorstep.

Book a free, in-home consultation and the Mobile Flooring Showroom® van comes to you with thousands of samples and an expert design associate. Owner Ken Carter and his team work with customers through every step of a flooring project, from selection to installation. They are proud of the work and service they deliver, to the point that their motto is “We are not happy until you are happy!” At the conclusion of a project, they like to schedule a final walk-through to make sure customers are 100 percent satisfied. With nearly 100 Google reviews at 4.9 stars, those are some pretty happy customers!

The collaboration starts with an in-home consultation. The length of an appointment varies, based on the customer’s design plans. There are no hard sales tactics and no one-size-fits-all approach in Floor Coverings International’s process. A three-story home may need different flooring for bedrooms, kitchen and living room, while one flooring choice throughout may suit a one-story, ranch-style home.

During the consultation, a design associate will discuss the customer’s vision for their new floors and then pull samples from the Mobile Flooring Showroom to bring into the home. Ken Carter explains, “We don’t ask our customers to come out to our van to see samples. Part of the concierge experience is spending time with them to understand their flooring problem and their vision for new floors.” Different flooring types and colors can be reviewed in the room they are intended for - set within the home’s environment with lighting and current decor. There’s no better way to plan an interior design project than having abundant samples at hand, in-home, with a design expert.

The Floor Coverings International Mobile Flooring Showroom is stocked with more than 3,000 flooring options. There are 110 different carpet styles alone, along with samples in every major flooring

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Design Associate, Mike Ryan and owner, Ken Carter believe shopping for flooring should be done in the home, surrounded by the furnishings it will complement,, not in a showroom.

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Your flooring is often the first thing visitors notice upon entering your property or residence. Quality flooring can do wonders for the aesthetic of your home, as well as enhance its value. Whether you are interested in exotic-looking hardwood floors, or affordable carpet installation services, your local flooring installers at Floor Coverings International Alpharetta will help you find the look and feel that is perfect for you.

Ken’s company has the best customer service rating for the industry. “We strive to build trust from our first interaction with you,” says Ken. “Our Design Associates work with you to ensure you have all the facts about the product you choose and the details for your flooring installation.”

Floor Coverings International® goes the extra mile in customer service, by returning to your property after installation to inspect and make sure your new floor is impeccable.

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category, from major suppliers like Shaw, Mohawk, Dreamweaver, Cali Floors, Bruce, Durato and many more. There is something for every style and budget. If the van doesn’t have what the customer is looking for, design associates can work with them to locate other options, get more samples and schedule follow-up appointments. Ken says, “We will find the perfect floor to meet our customers’ vision and we will keep coming back to their homes until they are satisfied with their decisions.”

Style and color may be the driving factor in choosing new flooring, but maintenance is just as important when choosing the right material for a home. Care is specific to the product and type. For example, some laminate flooring is steam mop-approved, but this is not the case for all laminates. Some carpets are treated with a stain-resistant finish. Proper cleaning methods can be discussed and demonstrated in-home during a consultation.

Trends in flooring for 2024 include increased durability, affordability and… the comeback of carpet! Ken says, “We are seeing products that are more durable and more economical. For instance, there are hybrid floors that are waterproof, but yet have a real wood look and feel. Another exciting trend for 2024 is the comeback of carpet. With more people staying home, they are looking for that soft, warm feel of carpet beneath their feet.”

Floor Covering International’s expert installers are craftsmen who have decades of experience and specialize in specific flooring products. Every installer is a vetted member of Ken’s extended team and they deliver quality work every time. There’s no doubt that you’re getting the “A-team” on your flooring project. “We don’t have one guy who can lay any type of floor,” Ken explains. “The carpet team specializes in carpets and stair runners. Another team focuses on floating floors such as Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP) and laminates. We have another team that is solely dedicated to new hardwood floors and sand/refinishing, and we have another team dedicated to tiles.” Ken, design associate Mike Ryan, installation coordinator Kelli and the whole team at Floor Coverings International bring their design expertise and a Roswell community spirit to everything they do.

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Ken Carter keeps his up-to-date samples meticulously organized to make his customer's home shopping experiences even easier.

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Here To Stay

Wallpaper and pops of color make life better.

"What I’m most excited about, especially midway through what seems to have been a long and dreary winter, is a return to vibrant colors, bold patterns and earthy textures," says Ryan, "all reflected in fabrics, wallpapers, art, rugs, and accessories."

"Wallpaper is as strong as ever and it doesn’t appear to be going away anytime soon," says Ryan. This month, she shares looks that evoke spring's awakening.

Interior designer Ryan Williams is ready for spring.

Opposite: Artisan Design Studio is owned by principal designer, Ryan Williams. She has been practicing interior design for almost 20 years. Right: Artisan Design Studio Artisan-Studio.com 678.569.4700 1088 Canton Street, Suite 200

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- Teresa, daughter

TONE + TEXTURE

STYLE YOUR HOME IN TONES AND TEXTURES WITH DESIGN HELP FROM HOUZZ INTERIOR DESIGN EXPERTS

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WOVEN + KNOTTED

LIVING BOHO-CHIC WITH WOVEN TEXTURES AND MACRAMÉ

Decorate your space with handmade textures such as the modern, maker revival of 1970s macramé and year-round tropical feel of wicker. MACRAMÉ Made through knotting instead of weaving, macramé can add a unique touch in many various ways. Houzz contributor Laura Gaskill suggests incorporating it as nursery decor, plant hangers, wall hangings and modern fiber arts. WICKER According to Houzz contributor Yanic Simard, “the best way to really embrace the luxury-cottage appeal of wicker and rattan is to combine different forms of the two in one space... Look for other unexpected places to add a natural twist to your home with a new material woven into your palette.”

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TIPS FOR DECORATING WITH NATURAL MATERIALS

Houzz contributor Katie Treggiden offers many ways to incorporate natural materials and natural-state timber into your home, including using wood to cover one wall in a home for a pleasing accent wall; featuring your firewood as a striking, stacked display; and mixing different types of wood and different finishes in the same space. “A simple way to incorporate the wood trend is to expose structural wooden beams already present in your home,” Katie says. “Instead of painting them or boxing them in, leave them raw or give them a coat of wax to enrich the tones.”

ADDING TASTEFUL POPS OF COLOR TO YOUR WHITE ROOM

Do you feel like your all-white room is missing something? Houzz contributor Kelly Porter bets what’s missing is energy.

“The best way to add a spark to any space,” she says, “is with bright color.”

Kelly says green is one of the easiest colors to live with, looking organic even in its more vivid tones.

“When searching for the perfect bright green, think springtime—fresh green grass and newly sprouted leaves,” she says. “These greens have lively undertones that will look comfortable and warm in your white space.

Other colors Kelly recommends adding as accents are yellow, royal blue, orange, blue-purple, red-purple and sky blue.

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Honoring Our Roots

Roswell Roots Festival is a community-wide, monthlong celebration to highlight education, and cultural and historic awareness here in the City of Roswell.

This year, the festival features local and national visual artists, musicians, poets, historians, and more telling the story of Black art, education, and culture, while highlighting the historical significance of Black history in Roswell and beyond.

This month, you can catch the  Cultural Spotlight Series with author and poet Sandra B. Taylor, a Roswell native on March 2.

All programs and events during the festival will take place at city-owned facilities and venues across the City of Roswell.

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The City of Roswell Presents

Profiles in Leadership

Roswell’s Beckie Hawkins combines her passion for history, theatre, the arts, and recreation in her new leadership role with the City.

It’s 2 p.m. on a typical Wednesday afternoon, and Beckie Hawkins has already traversed the many and varied artistic and historic landscapes of Roswell, Georgia—well, at least in terms of the meetings she attended.

She started her day at Mimosa Hall to discuss upcoming improvements, then headed to the Cultural Arts Center to work through the details of the next season of productions. Before lunch, she met with staff to strategize about active adult and adaptive programming before sitting down to prioritize capital improvement projects. Navigating smoothly among the realms of history, art, and recreation is all in a day’s work for Roswell’s Deputy Director of Recreation, Parks, Historic, and Cultural Affairs.

“My days are busy, but exciting and meaningful! I feel like the work I’ve done at the City of Roswell has been the most authentic work in my career. I am able to focus on the things I love—art, history, community, nature—and do so with a dedicated and talented team,” says Beckie.

Growing up in nearby Marietta, Beckie became interested in theatre and art early in her life. She started performing in stage productions when she was in third grade, sparking a lifelong interest in the way the arts impact people. Her favorite role to date was as Anne Frank.

“Something about art and its connection to the human experience always spoke to me. How people could express themselves through different artistic methods and how it connects us—it’s fascinating to me.”

Beckie stayed active in the theatre and arts all throughout her early school years. After graduating from Sprayberry High School, she spent two years at the College of Charleston, studying theatre and art history, before undertaking a college internship experience at Walt Disney World, where she learned about the business side of the entertainment world and the dynamics of working for a large corporation.

Beckie continued her education at Flagler College in St. Augustine, where she resumed her theatre major, with a minor in communications. During summer break, Beckie worked as a camp counselor at the Chattahoochee Nature Center. She was so successful in this role that the Nature Center hired her as the full-time camp coordinator once she graduated from Flagler. Beckie became fully immersed in creating vibrant and memorable experiences for campers and becoming more connected to the Roswell community.

After detouring to an Architect and Engineering firm for a couple years, Beckie connected with Steve Stroud (now executive director of Roswell Inc.), who invited her to work for what was then the Roswell Business Alliance (RBA). Beckie orchestrated operations and communications and helped transition the RBA into Roswell Inc. She also launched creative, community-wide initiatives like Roswell Restaurant Week and Summer Sippin’.

During this time, Beckie became a founding board member for the Roswell Arts Fund, which reconnected her to a true passion of the arts and its impact on the community. Through this process, she fell in love with the rich historic, cultural, and artistic assets Roswell offers. So, when the City’s Cultural Arts Manager position opened up in 2016, Beckie jumped at the chance to work for the City of Roswell.

Beckie spent seven years as Cultural Arts Manager, overseeing the City’s cultural and arts programs and facilities, including the Roswell Cultural Arts Center, Art Center West, Roswell Visual Arts Center, and Roswell Performing Arts. In January 2024, Beckie was promoted to Deputy Director of Recreation, Parks, Historic, and Cultural Affairs focusing on the Cultural, Historic, and Recreation Services divisions.

“Roswell is rich in history. We have a special responsibility and opportunity to be innovative, comprehensive, and equitable in how we are interpreting and sharing our past and considering how our community moves forward.”

Beckie is excited to see what the future holds for Roswell, but one thing is for sure: she has ultimate faith in her team to help the City achieve its goals.

“The City’s Recreation, Parks, Historic, and Cultural Affairs team is exceptional, and I want the whole community to know that,” says Beckie. “We’re putting creativity and heart into everything we do. At the end of the day, we strive to foster a rich sense of community and connection through culture, heritage, and impactful programs. We want to ensure everyone who calls Roswell home has a place to engage at one of our parks and facilities—and we’re well on our way to achieving that!”

Beckie is a recent graduate of the Atlanta Regional Commission’s Culture & Community Design program. Beckie and her partner, Joey, can frequently be found enjoying activities such as paddling the Chattahoochee, playing with their dogs, cooking, tending to their flock of chickens, reading, or working in the garden. One of Beckie’s most cherished titles is being Aunt B to her incredible nephew.