July 2009
Natural Beauty 2009
It’s hard to compete with the romantic country vistas at Persimmon Creek Vineyards, but the recent addition of three charming cottages on the property have upped the ante.
Paint Panache
Atlantan Byron Blake may have studied English and psychology at the College of William & Mary but—as a decorative painter and designer—he’s completely self-taught. A voracious reader of design publications, he uses his knack for color psychology and his gift for words to address clients’ needs, picking the perfect shades and superbly articulating every design decision along the way. This screen porch floor, a recent project in Decatur, is the perfect example; its chic and mod vibe perfectly suits the home’s new look.
Splish Splash!
Whether it’s a powder room or a master sanctuary, a beautiful bath is all about the details. So after sifting through more than 50 submissions from our 3009 Bath Contest–and revisiting a few of our features from the past year–we turned the spotlight on some favorites. Here, we take an up-close look at elements that can take a lavatory to the next level.
Baths!
For the past 20 years, Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles has been celebrating the best baths in the city with our…
Shore Thing
An Atlanta couple works with designer Liz Williams to create a peaceful Amelia Island retreat
Ideal Escape
Two Atlantans design their dream vacation home along the crystal waters of Florida’s Gulf Coast