A Welsh-Inspired Manor Rises on a Serene Ravine Property in Roswell

This 11,000-square-foot Roswell home by Alison Baker Design and Bradley E. Heppner Architecture blends English charm, reclaimed materials, and thoughtful design

Written by Alyssa Bird Photographed by David Christensen Styled by Yvonne Orchard

November 2025

Anchored by sculptural millwork by architect Brad Heppner, artwork by Jane Ingols centers above the fireplace in the living room.

A butterfly sculpture by Claire Crowe and a vintage bench welcome guests in the foyer. The chandelier is from Visual Comfort & Co. and the rug is from Paige Albright Orientals.

Brick house with slate roof, arched entryway, and large windows.

The English-inspired residence features a gracious entry court.

Living room with light blue sofas, wood paneled walls, ornate china cabinet, and bird art.

The oak-paneled sitting room off the main living area includes eye-catching architectural detailing on the ceiling and can be closed off with iron-and-glass sliding doors.

Gray laundry room with farmhouse sink, brass hardware, and paneled cabinets.

The spacious laundry room sits steps away from the primary bedroom for ease of use.

Kitchen with marble island, wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lights.

Designed by Heppner with Morgan Creek Cabinetry, stained white oak cabinetry and a blue-gray island add visual interest to the kitchen. A steel hood with brass straps calls to the Lacanche range, while Walker Zanger quartzite countertops and backsplash dazzle.

Dining room with large windows, wooden table, chairs, and vases.

The dining area includes a custom banquette and a table and chairs from Theodore Alexander.

Hallway with stone and wood floor, large windows overlooking brick house and garden, hanging

In a breezeway, a bluestone-and-wood floor laid out in a classic diamond pattern complements the surrounding natural materials.

Blue vanity with fluted drawers, marble countertop, and brass faucet. Pink flowers in white vase.

A playful blue hue adorns the powder room’s custom vanity, walls, and window trim.

Bedroom with a grey upholstered bed, teal curtains, and a sunburst mirror.

All the couple’s needs are located on the main floor, including the primary suite. The rug is from Paige Albright Orientals and the bedside lamps are from Accentrics Design.

White bathroom with freestanding tub, dual vanities, and patterned marble floor.

A pair of custom vanities by Morgan Creek Cabinetry flank a soaking tub in the primary bath. The marble tile is from Traditions in Tile & Stone.

Wooden sauna with glass door, black heating panels, and tiered seating.

A sauna adjacent to the primary bathroom entrance gives a spa-like appeal at home.

With its undulating wooded topography that includes a water-filled ravine, it’s no wonder the owners of this Roswell property were immediately drawn to the idyllic 5-acre site. “The clients didn’t come to me with a specific program, so our focus was doing right by the land,” explains architect Brad Heppner of the collaboration with interior designer Alison Baker and construction firm Garrett & Ingols. “We did our best to find the most sensitive place to build the house. It’s far enough back from the road to preserve privacy and close enough to the ravine to enjoy the view.”

While the homeowners gravitate toward the English Arts and Crafts style and country manors, the new 11,000-square-foot structure’s aesthetic wasn’t fully cemented until Heppner secured a stockpile of reclaimed bricks with the perfect patina. “Finding these bricks quickly established the character and feel for the house and led to the Welsh-influenced architecture,” says Heppner, who paired the bricks—which still have traces of green and blue paint—with slate and copper roofing and limestone terraces. “We chose low-maintenance materials that will age beautifully.”

The timeless materials palette extends to the interior, which features custom oak paneling and cabinetry, reclaimed ceiling beams and flooring, and slate and steel accents. To help carry out the English aesthetic, the couple called on Baker, with whom they had collaborated on other residences.

“It was my job to work hand in hand with Brad to match his vision,” says Baker, who designed a custom banquette for the dining area with an arm detail that mimics an archway Heppner devised.

Classically-inspired case goods that could easily be confused for antiques lend to the home’s historical feel, while streamlined upholstery in textured performance fabrics alludes to the owners’ desire for laid-back spaces to relax with their children and grandchildren.

Because the family favors blue, green, and natural tones, Baker created a soothing mix of the palette and infused the hues throughout, from the serene first-floor primary bedroom to the sophisticated living room and adjacent oak-paneled sitting room—a space the homeowners utilize daily. “You feel like you’re in your own little cocoon there,” notes the designer, who strove to incorporate items that would hold meaning for the couple. “We commissioned a few paintings from artist Jane Ingols, including the heron paintings and a landscape inspired by their property in the living room.”

The finished product is elegantly understated and perfectly unique. “The goal was to create something that’s comfortable rather than formal or stuffy. The house has a rather grand exterior, but it doesn’t feel that way inside. It’s simply warm and inviting.”

INTERIOR DESIGNER Alison Baker, Alison Baker Interior Design, (678) 867-0310; alisonbakerinteriordesign.com ARCHITECT Brad Heppner, Bradley E. Heppner Architecture, LLC, (404) 745-9339; bradleyeheppner.com BUILDER Garrett & Ingols, (404) 402-3009; garrettandingols.com LANDSCAPE DESIGN Bellwether Landscape Architects, (404) 996-1232; bellwetherla.com

Alison Baker, Alison Baker Interior Design, Bellwether Landscape Architects, Brad Heppner, Bradley E. Heppner Architecture, Garrett & Ingols