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LOCAL RESOURCES AND DISCOVERIES FOR SUSTAINABLE LIVING
EARTH IN MIND

LOCAL RESOURCES AND DISCOVERIES FOR SUSTAINABLE LIVING! As green shoots of grass and new blooms…

Jeff Dinkle, president of Eco Custom Homes, says being eco-friendly sets him apart from other builders.
BUILD IT BETTER

Changes big and small can impact energy efficiency! In 2020, when most of the world…

Maintaining a healthier home is easier than you think. photo: AleksandarGeorgiev
10 EASY SWITCHES TO MAKE YOUR HOME LESS TOXIC

Local experts share tips for creating a healthier home! Parabens, phthalates and pesticides, oh my!…

Buckhead's EcoManor, one of the first LEED Gold-certified homes in America photo: Creative Solar USA
ECOMANOR’S ENDURING APPEAL

Laura Turner Seydel’s sustainable home, 20 years later! Laura Turner Seydel calls her father, Ted…

5 sustainable living practices and fun activities for children
GREEN KIDS

5 sustainable living practices and fun activities! Teaching children to care for and respect the…

Simply Buckhead Fresh Starts Cover Story
FRESH STARTS

LIVE YOUR BEST LIFE WITH HEALTHY NEW HABITS! “New Year, new you” feels like an…

UP FRONT

Monday Night Brewing’s Peter Kiley and Butter.ATL’s Brandon Butler are the duo behind the 404 Fund.
MORE THAN AN AREA CODE

404 Fund supports Atlanta’s nonprofits. Brandon Butler of online culture hub Butter.ATL, and Peter Kiley,…

FORTH Hotel's living room-like lobby begs you to hang out.
FOUR-WARD MOTION

FORTH Hotel Atlanta enhances the draw of O4W! When I moved to Atlanta in 2006,…

Wondermakers, co-founders and volunteers show off a batch of cookies.
CREATING A SPACE

In-house bakery supports nonprofit. “At age 22, adults with intellectual disabilities age out of K-12…

Dubai's skyline is dominated by the world's tallest building, Burj Khalifa.
A WHOLE NEW WORLD

Dubai calls with dreamy allure! Often, the main point of travel is getting outside of…

Sandy Springs residents and visitors are invited to dine at the city's more than 120 restaurants along Roswell Road.
A FREEWAY OF FOOD

SANDY SPRINGS LAUNCHES ITS RESTAURANT ROW. Visit Sandy Springs has introduced Restaurant Row in an…

Event founder Chris Glavine, CURE Executive Director Kristin Connor and broadcaster Jill Becker.
HONORING MOTHERS

CURE Childhood Cancer marks Quiet Heroes anniversary. CURE Childhood Cancer is set to celebrate the…

Philanthropist Marian Goldberg and Thompson Atlanta’s DeMarco McMillan host brunches to raise funds for nonprofits.
GIVIN’ BACK

Monthly brunches highlight charities! When DeMarco McMillan became the director of sales and marketing at…

Diorshow 5 Couleurs Couture Eyeshadow Palette
COLORS OF SPRING

Spring brings the promise of a fresh start. It is the season for rejuvenation and…

Less than four hours away by car, Charlotte makes a great weekend destination.
QUEEN CITY IS FOR THE GIRLS

Charlotte fits the bill for a moms’ getaway! As a mom, I relish rare moments…

The Atlanta History Center's new Goizueta Children’s Experience is designed to introduce kids to several iconic Atlanta landmarks.
A WHOLE NEW WORLD

ATLANTA HISTORY CENTER INTRODUCES NEW IMMERSIVE CHILDREN’S EXPERIENCE! The Atlanta History Center in Buckhead will…

Chancey Timmons Wilson and her husband Miguel Wilson founded Ride to the Olympics to empower kids through equestrian sports.
COMBINING LIFE AND LEGACY

Introducing polo to a new demographic. Miguel Wilson and Chancey Timmons Wilson are tightly woven…

The LaGrange town square is a beautiful place to relax and unwind.
FINDING BALANCE

Fun for the whole family in LaGrange! Now that I’m a parent, I’ve noticed travel…

The luxury tents, imported from Johannesburg, South Africa, check all the boxes in style and comfort.
CLOSE ENCOUNTER

Georgia Safari Conservation Park offers unique experiences for animal-lovers! Seeing animals roam in their native…

Elizabeth Burdette founded Bloom, a woman's giving circle.
BLOOMING TOGETHER

Empowering women through philanthropy. Elizabeth Burdette was living in Austin going through a difficult divorce…

John Patton founded Street Charity to help feed hungry people with dignity.
DIGNITY FOR THE HOMELESS

New way to help those who are hungry! For Buckhead resident John Patton, founding Street…

Perched on one of Lisbon's seven famous hills, the elegant Four Seasons Hotel Ritz offers panoramic views of the historic capital.
CITY AND SEA

Portugal is a wonderland of culture, history and natural beauty. Travel can be lots of…

Atlanta Vintage Books: Collectibles
NEW YEAR, NEW HOBBY

At the beginning of every January, people devote themselves to the gym, attempt to cut…

THE PIEDMONT AT BUCKHEAD USHERS IN A NEW ERA OF HOSPITALITY

Stepping into the role of Executive Director at The Piedmont at Buckhead in August 2024,…

Shark's Tooth Golf Course and Camp Creek Golf course, both accessible for Camp Creek Inn guests, were designed by Greg Norman and Tom Fazio, respectively.
CROWD-FREE CHARM

Camp Creek Inn on 30A is blissfully calm. I’ve been keeping an eye on Camp…

The hotel's exterior has retained its centuryold charm post-renovation.
NEW KID ON THE BLOCK

A historic Midtown property is transformed into a hotel gem. If you need a local…

Former All-American golfer Matt Russell of Parsons Xtreme Golf introduces BlazeSports' kids to the sport.
TEAMWORK

Learning new adaptive sports skills. A partnership between Parsons Xtreme Golf and BlazeSports youth athletics…

BRITTNI DONALDSON
BRITTNI DONALDSON

Atlanta Hawks’ first female assistant coach has embraced the twists and turns of her career!…

Nayara's connecting family tents makes it easy for friends or grandparents to come along.
BUCKET LIST LOCALE

A not-to-be-forgotten stay at Costa Rica’s Nayara Tented Camp. Traveling anywhere with three young kids,…

Eagle Creek PACK-IT Starter Set Travel Bags
TRAVELERS’ ESSENTIALS

It’s the “most wonderful time of the year,” and with all the excitement comes opportunities…

Charessa Sawyers created a campaign to provide mental health services to cancer patients.
EMPOWERING CANCER WARRIORS AND CAREGIVERS

Restoring smiles. When Charessa Sawyers’ mother, Barbara Nobles, was diagnosed with breast cancer, it took…

Catherine Lautenbacher is passionate about creating strong community leaders.
LEADING LADIES

Training today’s leaders. Leadership Perimeter (previously known as Leadership Sandy Springs) recently graduated its inaugural…

WELCOME TO BUCKHEAD VILLAGE
WELCOME TO BUCKHEAD VILLAGE

THREE NEW-TO-MARKET SHOPS! Buckhead Village has seen a slew of openings over the past several…

ADAM DORFMAN - SHORTBARREL BOURBON
ADAM DORFMAN

Chastain resident turned his passion for bourbon into a “full proof” business! There is always…

Outdoor Pre-Lit Faux Pumpkings
SPOOKY SEASON

Ghosts and ghouls guard the entryways of homes all around Atlanta this month. But festive…

Mary Cotta Reed, board chair of Life House Atlanta cuddles her daughter Catherine in her specially equipped bedroom.
RESPITE RELIEF

Lifeline for caregivers. Caring for a child with a life-limiting illness is a labor of…

FAMILY

A PATENT ADVANTAGE

Intellectual property attorney shares tips for securing a patent! In 2024, the U.S. Patent and…

Brandi B. Kenner, CEO, and Eudon Robinson, CTO, are co-founders of Village Nanny.
IT TAKES A VILLAGE

A new app offers vetted childcare for families’ diverse needs. Entrepreneurs Brandi B. Kenner, Ph.D.,…

WELCOME HOME

Introducing pets to your new bundle of joy! Pets are a part of the family.…

POINTED PRESCRIPTION

Acupuncture for your pet! Just as a growing number of humans turn to acupuncture to…

PIERCING PLAN

What to know about getting those first real earrings! Ear piercing is common in cultures…

The company sends out three seasonally themed boxes per year. Each comes with three shows and a surprise gift.
LITTLE FOOT FORWARD

Local entrepreneur Anne Arwood launches kids’ shoes subscription service! Kids outgrow their shoes in record…

The hurdles and rewards of being a veterinarian
A GRATIFYING PROFESSION

The hurdles and rewards of being a veterinarian. Becoming a veterinarian takes time—at least a…

SWEET PEACH WAX & SUGARING STUDIO photo: Deagreez
WAX OFF

Buckhead wax and sugaring artist offers tips for your first hair removal experience. The holidays…

CHANGING COURSE

Buckhead expert helps others manage career change. Bob Lewis was 36 years old when he…

RUFFIN’ IT

Outdoor adventures are even more fetching with Fido! Heading off to an adventure in the…

A beginner’s guide to orthodontics
BRACE YOURSELF

A beginner’s guide to orthodontics! Have you noticed that kids today are going to the…

Hiring a professional pet sitter
PET PEACE OF MIND

Hiring a professional pet sitter is good protocol! Our fur babies are members of our…

School of Rock Atlanta in Buckhead
MUSICAL NOTES

Advice on lessons for kids! Bringing music into a child’s life in different ways, from…

How to plan an estate sale with support from a professional
LET IT GO

How to plan an estate sale with support from a professional. Sara Schenck knows what…

ReadiVet Atlanta mobile vets spend a dedicated hour visiting with clients. photo: Courtney Eckdahl
MOBILE VETS FOR PETS

Eliminating the stress of a wellness visit! Most pets do not enjoy a trip to…

Kids at Play Areas Atlanta Buckhead
KIDS AT PLAY

5 local spots to let them loose! It’s summertime, and the living is not always…

GET SMART

Enhance your lifestyle with today’s home automation options! The Jetsons may have lived in Orbit…

SPLISH SPLASH

Local pools and lessons for summer swim time! Summertime madness has begun! There’s nothing like…

“loud budgeting” social media trend
THINKING OUT LOUD

Try the new “loud budgeting” social media trend with tips from a Buckhead wealth advisor.…

GRIEVING PET LOSS photo: Lightspruch
GRIEVING PET LOSS

How to get the support you need after saying farewell. Anyone who’s lost a furry…

Atlanta Pet Resort in Dunwoody keeps pups active with plenty of indoor and outdoor play spaces.
DOG’S DAY OUT

Fabulous daycares and boarding for your priceless pooch. Whether you travel frequently or work in…

entrepreneur Zoe Oli
WHAT A DOLL

12-year-old entrepreneur Zoe Oli lifts up other girls. When Zoe Oli was 6, she did…

Homes, Atlanta
THE HOME MARKET

How to navigate a purchase or sale this year! Whether you’re hoping to buy a…

UNDERSTANDING ADDICTION
UNDERSTANDING ADDICTION

From gaming to substances, a psychotherapist weighs in. Addiction can be both hereditary and a…

DARE TO DELEGATE

Outsource common tasks in your daily life! There are 24 hours in a day, but…

PAW-FRIENDLY DWELLINGS

Including your four-legged friends in your home design. Today, homeowners’ fur-buddies’ needs have garnered a…

PORTABLE PETS

Prepping your cat or dog for long-distance travel. Although it may be easier to board…

HAVE PLAN, WILL TRAVEL

Arrange your journeys for the coming year! According to Stephanie Oprea, platinum senior planner and…

CONSCIOUS TUTORING

Set your kid up for success! Could your child benefit from a tutor? Fostering their…

LIVING

Quintessential Kitchens and Collaborations by Matthew Quinn: Volume Three
DESIGN & REALTY NEWS – MARCH / APRIL 2025

Atlanta-based designer Matthew Quinn has released his third book, Quintessential Kitchens and Collaborations by Matthew…

The charming living room is a cozy spot for the family to gather.
ENDURING CHARM

A FOREVER HOME IN PEACHTREE HILLS CARRIES HISTORICAL PANACHE AND INTENTIONAL CHOICES! When Nicole and…

PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT – MARCH / APRIL 2025

Get a taste of spring delivered to your doorstep with Via Citrus, a brand founded…

Brandon Barnett and Cameron Dotson help Atlantans embrace—and care for—greenery.
PLANT LIFE

Nerdy Plant Co. co-owners help Atlantans keep their house plants green and growing! People hire…

WILD SIDE

Local designer launches jungle-inspired rug collection. Atlanta designer Kevin Francis O’Gara founded his eponymous product…

Fisher Weisman Scroll Game Table
DESIGN LIKE IT’S 1999

The aesthetic of the late ’90s and the early 2000s has finally come full circle.…

Sarah Ebert Pressed Floral CEO
PRESERVING TIME

Pressed Floral CEO shares how she captures memories through flower mementos! Sarah Ebert was only…

Outfitted in Bosch appliances, the kitchen was freshened up with white cabinetry, contrasting dark countertops and reeded wood accents.
SMALL BUT MIGHTY

A ONE BEDROOM BUCKHEAD CONDO IS TRANSFORMED INTO A SOPHISTICATED GEM. Jessica Alexander has lived…

PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT – JANUARY / FEBRUARY 2025

Cloak yourself in a flower-dyed quilt this winter. By Athens-based Aloka Home, these colorful throws…

Construction Resources CEO Mitch Hires.
DESIGN DESTINATIONS

Construction Resources expands its footprint! Decatur-based Construction Resources is expanding with new locations in Buckhead…

Laura Park Designs Spice Market Pillow
A GLOBAL GROOVE

The Southeast Asian fabric dyeing technique of ikat has been a colorful and vibrant way…

Boll & Branch
DESIGN & REALTY NEWS – JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2025

Sustainably minded bedding company Boll & Branch is open at Westside Provisions District. The newest…

Basement Inspiration from Travis Kelce’s “Iceberg House”

Crawl Space Basement: What to Know Before Converting a Crawl Space into a Basement Inspired…

Breville Barista Touch Impress
IT’S ELECTRIC

Trick out your small appliance collection with the latest and greatest kitchen gear. These pint-sized…

A Visual Comfort light fixture hangs above the glass dining table and brass bamboo chairs.
THE LONG GAME

INTERIOR DESIGNER SOMERS ZAYCHIK’S COLLIER HILLS HOME IS A VISION COME TRUE! Somers Zaychik is…

High-end design home design arrives in Buckhead
BENVENUTA FENDI CASA

High-end design home design arrives in Buckhead! Home design brand Fendi Casa has made its…

Antigua Drum Chandelier from Visual Comfort
PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT – NOVEMBER / DECEMBER 2024

Transport yourself to the islands with this Antigua Drum Chandelier from Visual Comfort. Designed by…

Interior Designer Summer Loftin - photo: Nick Burchell
A BEAUTIFUL FINISH

Summer Loftin brings dramatic flair to her interior and antiques businesses. Mississippi native Summer Loftin…

PARTNERS IN DESIGN

Maison Venu Joins Forces with Design Social Studio. Textile company Maison Venu recently partnered with…

AJ Madison, a family-owned online kitchen appliance retailer
DESIGN & REALTY NEWS – NOVEMBER / DECEMBER 2024

AJ Madison, a family-owned online kitchen appliance retailer, has opened a showroom in Sandy Springs.…

The kitchen island, painted Russian Olive by Behr, speaks to the couple’s personality, and Megan’s preference for green, which she says is her go-to color.
MORE THAN LORE

A BUCKHEAD COUPLE SOLIDIFIES THEIR STYLE AND STARTS THEIR FAMILY IN A CHASTAIN PARK TOWNHOME.…

Atlanta Art Fair follows similar events in Seattle, San Francisco and New York. photo: Courtesy of AMP Art Fairs
ATLANTA ART FAIR DEBUTS

A celebration of the city’s art scene. The inaugural Atlanta Art Fair descends on Pullman…

Julie Neill for Visual Comfort Farfalle Large Semi-Flush Mount Light
WASH THIS WAY

We spend more time than we’d probably like attending to our clothes, so why not…

Aquafire's faux flames
PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT – OCTOBER 2024

Aquafire’s faux flames add ambiance to your space without the dangers of open fire or…

sculpture titled Metaphysica
DESIGN & REALTY NEWS – OCTOBER 2024

This summer, Chamblee and MARTA unveiled the city’s latest public art, a sculpture titled Metaphysica.…

Kimberly Bartlett and Tess Dean, founders of Stash
WORKING SMARTER NOT HARDER

Kimberly Bartlett and Tess Dean are streamlining household management. In the past 15 years, Kimberly…

Spot Page House’s Meredith Page and Liz Livingston at Serenbe Showcase from Sept. 27 through Oct. 20.
ON A PEDESTAL

Lifelong friends are making Atlantans’ abodes feel like home again. Our strengths complement each other…

Tips for setting up a home rainwater harvesting system. Photos: Audra Melton
RAIN AS A RESOURCE

Tips for setting up a home rainwater harvesting system. Water is a precious resource, so…

Noir Herringbone Sideboard
ON THE BONE

A herringbone pattern brings sophistication. Fabric, tile, textiles and case goods are easy ways to…

BEACONS OF CHANGE - Michal Spiegelman
SOUL WORKER

Michal Spiegelman helps you get unstuck. When Michal Spiegelman became a social worker 30-something years…

DELICIOUS

Sommelier Remy Loet loves the wines of Amevive Winery to pair with spring. photo: Eaton Social
SEASONAL SIPS

Springtime in a bottle! Spring is the season of renewal (think green shoots erupting in…

Erica Tuggle tackles the age-old question of what’s for dinner
MEALTIME MADE EASY
Yucatán-style barbecue pork comes with an array of deeply flavored accompaniments.

TORTILLA TIME

DIG INTO FIERY FUN AT ALMA COCINA BUCKHEAD! Among my life philosophies: Everything tastes better in a tortilla. At Alma Cocina Buckhead, I persuaded my husband to split a lunch order of…

CULTURE

HAPPENING

Big John’s Christmas Trees Celebrates 75 BIG Years

A Christmas tale… The real life story behind Big John’s Christmas Trees would make the perfect plot for a Hallmark movie. The hero, Jimbo Livaditis, and the heroine, Leigh Ann Childers, met…

Diamond Classics
The Best Holiday Gifts For Everyone On Your List

With the holidays around the corner, Diamonds Direct is thrilled to launch their annual holiday gift guide! It is one of the most exciting traditions, thoughtfully curated with you, your budget, and…

Porsche Experience Center Atlanta
SOUTHERN HOSPITALITY MEETS PORSCHE PERFORMANCE.

Porsche Experience Center Atlanta  Just a ten-minute drive from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, the Porsche Experience Center (PEC) Atlanta is a truly unique playground for car enthusiasts and thrill-seekers where you can…

LATEST

How to Recognize the Signs of Menopause
Take Charge of the Change: How to Recognize the Signs of Menopause

When it comes to menopause symptoms, we’re all familiar with the common ones – hot flashes, irregular or heavy periods, and a low sex drive. But for many women, it’s the unexpected…

LOCAL RESOURCES AND DISCOVERIES FOR SUSTAINABLE LIVING
EARTH IN MIND

LOCAL RESOURCES AND DISCOVERIES FOR SUSTAINABLE LIVING! As green shoots of grass and new blooms appear, it’s only fitting that our thoughts turn to the natural world around us. If you’re also…

FOOD NEWS – MARCH / APRIL 2025

Omakase Table’s Michelin Award winning chef Leonard Yu has opened a new Japanese concept, Ryokou, in West Midtown. An eight-course tasting menu of small plates pays homage to various regions of Japan.…

FORTH Hotel's living room-like lobby begs you to hang out.
FOUR-WARD MOTION

FORTH Hotel Atlanta enhances the draw of O4W! When I moved to Atlanta in 2006, my first apartment was in the Old Fourth Ward. My roommate and I picked the location for…

Monday Night Brewing’s Peter Kiley and Butter.ATL’s Brandon Butler are the duo behind the 404 Fund.
MORE THAN AN AREA CODE

404 Fund supports Atlanta’s nonprofits. Brandon Butler of online culture hub Butter.ATL, and Peter Kiley, brewmaster at Monday Night Brewing, may seem like unlikely partners, but they have a similar mindset when…

Quintessential Kitchens and Collaborations by Matthew Quinn: Volume Three
DESIGN & REALTY NEWS – MARCH / APRIL 2025

Atlanta-based designer Matthew Quinn has released his third book, Quintessential Kitchens and Collaborations by Matthew Quinn: Volume Three. The 344-page edition includes 16 kitchens, baths and other spaces designed by the well-known…

CHARITABLE

HAVINAGALA

In late January, more than 400 guests filled The Carlyle in Buckhead to show their support for PAL, an initiative of the Jewish Family & Career Services of Atlanta. Proceeds from “Havinagala,”…

STARFISH BALL

For the last 20 years, the nsoro Educational Foundation has gathered supporters of youth aging out of foster care with a gala event. The Starfish Ball 2025 kept the momentum going, with…

EMORY WINSHIP GALA

The 360 guests who attended the Emory Winship gala at the St. Regis Atlanta did more than enjoy a November evening of cocktails, dinner and entertainment. They raised a remarkable $1.8 million…

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