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Simply Buckhead Cover Story - EXPLORE GEORGIA
DISCOVER THE PEACH STATE

EXPLORING GEORGIA’S DESTINATIONS, NATIONAL PARKS AND UNDISCOVERED TRAVEL GEMS! It’s exciting to explore a far-flung…

The Funeral Mound at Ocmulgee is part of the history of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation and its predecessors going back 17,000 years.
TRAIL OF YEARS AT OCMULGEE

Amid push to become Georgia’s first national park, Macon mounds offers history and nature now.…

Spend a long weekend searching for one-of-akind antiques in Thomasville.
FINDING TREASURE IN THOMASVILLE

South Georgia is a honey hole for antique-hunters! Why compete to antique in Atlanta when…

Columbus, the third-largest city in Georgia, is known for its abundance of outdoor activities.
ADVENTURE OUTDOORS IN COLUMBUS

Get outside around Georgia’s third largest city! Columbus was once known as the last “frontier…

Grant's Lounge is a live music venue, restaurant and bar where musical giants and newcomers regularly perform. photo: Russ Cambell Photohtaphy
ON THE MUSIC TRAIL IN MACON

Step into record history in central Georgia! Little Richard, Waylon Jennings and Dickey Betts are…

A visit to downtown Athens includes several lively and delicious stops.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT IN ATHENS

Pack your day—and plates—with an eating tour around the Classic City! Rich in musical heritage…

Secluded Intown Treehouse Airbnb
ON HIGHER GROUND IN BUCKHEAD

A whimsical treehouse continues to draw visitors almost a decade after its first guest! When…

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…

UP FRONT

Fashion a Cure chairs Ashley Whitehurst, Jennifer Roulet and Lynn Rankin
A STYLING EVENT

Fashion show celebrates people touched by cancer. In 2013, members of Friends of Winship were…

On May 10, the Betty League celebrates its fifth year of competition raising money for Crohn's & Colitis Foundation.
PLAY BALL

Hitting home runs year after year! Soon after Buckhead resident Amy Douglass’s 10-year old daughter,…

Board the Dollywood Express for a 20-minute trek through the foothills of the Great Smokies. All photos: Courtesy of The Dollywood Company
A TRIP DOWN DOLLY LANE

Exploring Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg as a family of four. As a native Floridian, I…

Backbone One Game Controller
POWER UP

Function meets flair with these luxe, gamer-approved accessories. Backbone One Game Controller ($99.99] For gamers…

Just a two-hour drive from Atlanta, Cloudland at McLemore Resort feels a world away.
IN THE CLOUDS

Pick your vacation speed at Cloudland at McLemore Resort! The closer we got to our…

Atlanta Women's Fund founder Kari Love conceived unique fund raising method.
EMPOWERING WOMEN AND GIRLS

Addressing barriers to success! In 1986, 10 women donated $10,000 each and founded the Atlanta…

The National Theatre is the capital's home for touring Broadway shows.
AROUND THE HOUSE

A weekend in D.C. revolves around sights near the White House. The highlights of Washington,…

WEDDINGS ON THE WEB

FILMING MEMORIES FOR SOCIAL MEDIA-SAVVY BRIDES! Lacee Tarter, president and founder of marketing firm Kay…

THE BEST LUXURY GETAWAY TWO HOURS FROM BUCKHEAD

Spring is in the air, and there’s no better place to experience the beauty of…

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…

FAMILY

Order Up Design organizer Mary Kathryn LaVallee in a client's garage.
A PLACE FOR SPACE

How to keep your garage tidy this spring. One of the greatest joys of spring…

How to help your elderly pets live their best lives
SENIOR STATUS

How to help your elderly pets live their best lives. We love our cats and…

Recruitment consultants help navigate sorority life
SISTER, SISTER

Recruitment consultants help navigate sorority life! Nowadays, many young people outsource stages of college prep…

Fix Georgia Pets
MOVING MOUNTAINS TO FIX GEORGIA

Most people don’t know that Georgia is ranked fifth throughout the United States for the…

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…

LIVING

Jaipur Living’s Iconic rug
CHOCOLATE HIP

Pantone’s Color of the Year, Mocha Mousse, is the first shade of brown to gain…

Montreal Rattan Hanging Egg Chair
PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT – MAY 2025

Add whimsy to your outdoors with this Montreal Rattan Hanging Egg Chair. Woven around a…

Milieu founders Lizz and Chris McKay in their ADAC showroom
GAME-CHANGER

Milieu’s tables make game night gorgeous! Recreation rooms have been upgraded thanks to Buckhead-based game…

How to create an effective mood board. photo: Creativebird
DESIGN EFFICIENCY

How to create an effective mood board! Starting an interior design project can be daunting,…

The Belenkys spend most of their time in the living room, where most of the furnishings are new.
THE RIGHT FIT

SANDY SPRINGS EMPTY NESTERS FIND THE IDEAL SPACE FOR THEIR NEXT CHAPTER! Erik and Sally…

Swan Coach House Gallery
DESIGN & REALTY NEWS – MAY 2025

From May 15 to July 31, the Swan Coach House Gallery is hosting The Summer…

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…

DELICIOUS

Canoe celebrates 30 years on the bank of the Chattahoochee River
MILESTONE ANNIVERSARY

Canoe celebrates 30 years on the bank of the Chattahoochee River. A scenic, fine dining…

Sucré, a New Orleans-based patisserie
FOOD NEWS – MAY 2025
Ashley Nonalcoholic concoctions get the same consideration as traditional cocktails at The Select, including the chai espresso martini.

SPIRIT-FREE

Zero proof is a menu standard with all of the flavor and none of the booze! Zero-proof drinks are becoming commonplace on restaurant and bar menus, with offerings included alongside wine and…

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…

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Simply Buckhead Cover Story - EXPLORE GEORGIA
DISCOVER THE PEACH STATE

EXPLORING GEORGIA’S DESTINATIONS, NATIONAL PARKS AND UNDISCOVERED TRAVEL GEMS! It’s exciting to explore a far-flung destination, but there’s so much to enjoy closer to home. The Peach State boasts miles of coastline,…

Fashion a Cure chairs Ashley Whitehurst, Jennifer Roulet and Lynn Rankin
A STYLING EVENT

Fashion show celebrates people touched by cancer. In 2013, members of Friends of Winship were looking for positive, uplifting ways to raise funds for research on cancers that affect women when they…

QUIET HEROES

A 19-person host committee that included Simply Buckhead Publisher Joanne Hayes welcomed about 550 guests to the 20th Annual Quiet Heroes benefit for CURE Childhood Cancer in late March. Held at Flourish…

Tips to lower the risk of heart disease!
MEN, TAKE THIS TO HEART

Tips to lower the risk of heart disease! Heart disease is the No. 1 health issue for men (and women) in the United States. Its name refers to several types of heart…

On May 10, the Betty League celebrates its fifth year of competition raising money for Crohn's & Colitis Foundation.
PLAY BALL

Hitting home runs year after year! Soon after Buckhead resident Amy Douglass’s 10-year old daughter, Ella Perry, was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease, she met friends for lunch at The Betty in Buckhead.…

The Funeral Mound at Ocmulgee is part of the history of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation and its predecessors going back 17,000 years.
TRAIL OF YEARS AT OCMULGEE

Amid push to become Georgia’s first national park, Macon mounds offers history and nature now. A bipartisan effort is making progress toward turning Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park into Georgia’s first national…

CHARITABLE

QUIET HEROES

A 19-person host committee that included Simply Buckhead Publisher Joanne Hayes welcomed about 550 guests to the 20th Annual Quiet Heroes benefit for CURE Childhood Cancer in late March. Held at Flourish…

ENCORE GALA

A new celebration of the arts debuted in February when the first Encore Gala took over the Studio and the Byers theatres at the Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center. The event began…

A CURE IN OUR LIFETIME

It’s been 10 years since A Cure in Our Lifetime was launched to support breast cancer research. In March, this special anniversary of the annual event brought together more than 350 guests…

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