Giannina Bedford

Giannina S. Bedford is multi-faceted writer and editor. Her work covers design, travel, food and business. She’s penned Simply Buckhead’s home feature since inception and held a variety of editorial roles at the magazine. Her freelance work has appeared in Condé Nast Traveler, USA Today, Virtuoso Life, Hemispheres and TravelandLeisure.com. She also contributes regularly Atlanta Business Chronicle. Fluent in Spanish, Giannina was born in Miami and grew up in Brazil, Chile, Hawaii and Australia. She currently lives in Dunwoody with her two kids and husband.

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DESIGN & REALTY NEWS – JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2024

Building on the 50-year legacy of the former Cathedral Antiques Show, Cathedral Giving by Design…

AT HOME

Greenville’s Hotel Hartness imparts local hospitality. Greenville, South Carolina, is known for its quaint downtown,…

BABY BLUEPRINT

Interior decorator and mom Sarah Glenn Boman on nursery decor. Many parents begin scouring Pinterest…

PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT – NOVEMBER / DECEMBER 2023

No holiday party is complete without a beautifully displayed charcuterie board. An ideal hostess gift,…

Giannina Bedford
Editor’s Letter – NOVEMBER / DECEMBER 2023

When I was little, my mom planned special individual outings for my two brothers and…

WALLPAPER DOS AND DON’TS

Libby Patrick, founding principal and CEO of Buckhead interior design firm Sims Patrick Studio, shares…

GOOD BONES

A BUCKHEAD PROPERTY WITH PEDIGREE BECOMES TRAVIS REED AND MICHAEL KRIETHE’S UNEXPECTED DWELLING Travis Reed…

DESIGN & REALTY NEWS – NOVEMBER / DECEMBER 2023

Hidden Gem Restoration has opened its doors in Buckhead. The design firm’s 1,500-square-foot showroom is…

glasses by Nashi Home Resinware
PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT – OCTOBER 2023

Add some color to your next wine party with these glasses by Nashi Home Resinware.…

CAMP WITH CALM

A visit to Under Canvas is glamping at its best! I grew up camping with…

MODERN MARVEL

Ken Knight of 14th Street Modern & Vintage Home talks showroom updates and changing design…

DESIGN & REALTY NEWS – OCTOBER 2023

Interlock Tower, the second phase of West Midtown’s The Interlock development, has unveiled two works…

Yardbird is now open at Westside Provisions District
DESIGN & REALTY NEWS – SEPTEMBER 2023

Yardbird is now open at Westside Provisions District. The direct-to-consumer brand offers outdoor furniture made…

TOGETHER IN ART

A new chapter and owner at Buckhead Art & Company. Art & Company is under…

The Secret Garden Julep Hand Towel
PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT – SEPTEMBER 2023

The Secret Garden Julep Hand Towel is one of the many poly-cotton blend table linens…

The expanded quart-topped island overlooks the updated living space. photo: Erin Cantrell Photography
CURATED COMFORT

A FRESHENED-UP DUNWOODY ABODE CHECKS ALL THE BOXES! Emily and Dr. Robert Attia were searching…

Most recently renovated and reopened in 2021, Skyline Lodge offers panoramic views of the North Carolina mountains. photos: Tim Lenz
MODERN INCARNATION

Skyline Lodge resurfaces once again as a mountain refuge. Perched at 3,700 feet in Highlands,…

The Waldorf Astoria Atlanta Buckhead
DESIGN & REALTY NEWS – JULY / AUGUST 2023

The Waldorf Astoria Atlanta Buckhead recently completed a renovation, including refreshes to all 127 guest…

Electric bikes make the few inclines along the Costa dei Trabocchi easy to tackle.
ENCHANTED BY ABRUZZO

A journey to Italy’s verdant countryside! I’ve been to many of the wellknown Italian cities…

A WAY WITH WINDOWS

Expert tips on selecting shades and treatments. From keeping your home cool to giving you…

rattan beverage drink tub
PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT – JULY / AUGUST 2023

Add a picnic vibe to your outdoor soiree with this rattan beverage drink tub. The…

EDITOR’S CORNER – JULY / AUGUST 2023

My parents taught me that if you follow your passion, you’ll be successful. That mantra…

Choose from no heat to the “Shut the cluck up!!” spice level at Hattie B’s Hot Chicken. photo Nashville Guru
FIERY FOOD

Brave suped-up spice at these hot spots! Hattie B’s Hot Chicken Five heat levels go…

SPIRITED SIPS

Atlanta’s alcohol-related producers are always growing. And within each tap house or distillery, the list…

DESIGN & REALTY NEWS – JUNE 2023

Jackson Fine Art has relocated across the street from its previous location to a custom-built,…

Design firm Rockwell Group took inspiration from nature and Japanese arts and crafts to create the hotel's interior.
THE NAMESAKE

Nobu Hotel & Restaurant Atlanta delivers on its brand promise. When I heard Nobu Hotel…

Late Night Spots

When you don’t want the fun to end at dessert, head to these night owl…

Neutrals dominate the McGill's home, from the living room and kitchen to the bedrooms.
Destiny Calls

A GARDEN HILLS HOME BECOMES THE PLACE THE MCGILL FAMILY IS MEANT TO BE! Erica…

EAT LIKE AN OFF-DUTY CHEF

Buford Highway has been described as the “multicultural heart of Atlanta,” but for those who…

HEAT BUSTER

ENERGY SAVING TIPS FOR SUMMER The summer heat has our home working overtime to keep…