Our Best of May
Make the most of May—enjoy warmer weather and springtime events across the city
Design by UpCountry Home, Photo by David Christensen
Through May 10 | There are only a few more weeks to visit Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles’ SOUTHEASTERN DESIGNER SHOWHOUSE. The 8,750-square-foot Chastain Park home is a collaboration between architect Linda MacArthur Architect, builder Hask Custom Homes, landscape architect Floralis Garden Design, and interior specifications designer Claudia Stimmel, plus many acclaimed designers across the Southeast. Curved walls in a plaster finish and herringbone floors guide the homeowners and guests from the entry to the open family room, living room, breakfast area, and kitchen. The 4,000 square-foot basement is a hub for wellness—with a gym, infrared sauna, steam room, and a cold plunge—and for entertaining, with the wine cellar and bar, golf simulator, and game room primed for lingering conversations, friendly face-offs, and lasting memories. Proceeds benefit Solidarity Sandy Springs. southeasternshowhouse.com
Artwork by John Cleaveland
May 2–October 31 | Take a day trip outside the city to Madison, Georgia, for an artful getaway! In celebration of their 50th anniversary, The MADISON-MORGAN CULTURAL CENTER presents Experience and Intersection, an exhibition featuring the work of artist John Cleaveland and his late University of Georgia instructor Richard “Ole” Olsen, a veteran of the Vietnam War. The show revolves around the student and teacher’s shared trip to Vietnam. mmcc-arts.org
Courtesy of Derby Day
May 2 | Located at the Chastain Horse Park, gear up for DERBY DAY, Atlanta’s biggest Kentucky Derby-themed fundraising event. This popular event is filled with fancy hats, seersucker suits, mint juleps and lots of fun. Guests will enjoy food, drinks, lawn and casino games, music, and of course the big race. One of the Shepherd Center’s most beloved traditions, Derby Day is the signature fundraiser for their donor-funded Recreational Therapy Program. Since 1983, Derby Day has raised an incredible $5.5 million for Shepherd Center’s Recreation Therapy program. donate.shepherd.org
Rosé Double Mannequin
Through May 3 | Celebrate spring with FLEURS DE VILLES FLORA, a curated collection of floral installations throughout Mall Level 1 at Phipps Plaza. The flower show features the brand’s signature fresh floral mannequins, each brought to life by a local floral designer. Thousands of blooms will be transformed into original couture-inspired creations, blending fashion and florals into a vibrant expression of the season. Participating floral designers include Botanica Floral, Ebonee Benson Designs, Gresham’s Florist of Atlanta, La Fleur Chick, Lena E’liz, LUA Floral, Megan Corbat Design, Parker’s Petals, Rose Jasmine, Studio Orange Moon, The Social Pedigree, Summer Breeze Flowers & Gifts, Terry Furuta Designs and The Design Haus. Throughout the show, visitors are encouraged to vote for their favorite floral mannequin for a chance to win a prize package including a two-night stay at Nobu Hotel Atlanta, a $250 Phipps Plaza gift card, and a $1,000 gift certificate for the Porsche Experience Center. fleursdevilles.com
Design by Melanie Turner Interiors, Photo by Mali Azima
May 14 | The 45th Annual ASID GEORGIA DESIGN EXCELLENCE AWARDS are here! The esteemed American Society of Interior Designers event honors the most talented interior designers and architects in the state. The elevated evening consists of recognition, inspiration, and connection with the industry’s top professionals, plus, be the first to congratulate the winners! The contest contains residential, commercial, and student categories. asid.org/events
