At the Forefront
Marylene Briere is never afraid of a challenge. in fact, being in the midst of something new and out of the ordinary serves as the basis of her ambition in life and business. She originally came to this country 31 years ago with $400 in her pocket. Moving here from her native France, she didn’t […]
Hello, Europe
Atlanta Design Group (ADG) may be celebrating 48 years in business, but this pioneering company stays as fresh and dynamic as any new player on the scene. As the Southeast’s largest to-the-trade design showroom, ADG blends decades of expertise with innovation, offering interior designers comprehensive resources to elevate their projects from good to exceptional. With […]
The Queen of Custom
When lighting designer Laura Premak wants to experience Christmas morning any time of the year, she takes a trip to her factory in the Deep South. There, she can watch coppersmithing artisans create handmade, one-of-a-kind copper lanterns and chandeliers in an age-old process that’s rooted in history. Coppersmithing has been practiced for thousands of years […]
The West’s Best
When spending the day browsing the shops in the Westside Design District, make sure to save time to visit Peridot West. Founded by Atlanta native Dina Woodruff, Peridot West has a 35-year history of providing the widest range of furniture, vintage finds, home décor and gifts that Atlantans could want under one roof. Atlanta’s Westside […]
From the Ground Up
During the 1950s, Gene Myers began buying scraps of carpet from local mills and reworking them into stair treads and small rugs to sell through area chenille stores in “Peacock Alley” on Highway 41. The world was still in its post-war bubble; Americans were prosperous and optimistic, with a baby boom that led to the […]
ARTISTIC INSPIRATION IN MARIETTA
Donna McDonald and Judy Goldberg joined forces to open Muse & Co. fine art gallery in Roswell in 2010. After a decade in the business, and due to many factors, such as soaring rents, the co-owners decided to move the gallery to Marietta in the heart of historic Marietta Square, a place where they always […]
Where Classic Meets Contemporary
For over 40 years, Kudzu Antiques, now Kudzu Antiques + Modern, has been famous for its legendary 24,000-square-foot showroom in Decatur, Georgia. The store has even won awards and been featured in national media. What began in the 1980s as a mom-and-pop antiques store evolved into a beloved destination and eventually spawned a sister store […]
AHEAD OF THE CURVE
Lighting is arguably the most crucial design element in a room. The proper lighting sets the mood and ambience; controls the emotion, energy and flow; and even makes small spaces feel more expansive. Though often an afterthought, lighting influences a room’s atmosphere more than any furniture or accessories. Nobody knows this better than Riki Lent, […]
A Complete Package
With an unwavering commitment to quality and a knack for evolution, Construction Resources stands as a premier partner for builders, designers and homeowners across the Southeast. As a company founded on family values and driven by a spirit of innovation, Construction Resources is more than just a business—it’s a legacy. The story of Construction Resources […]
Ready, Set, Go MOD
Rob Gini’s passion for both modern and mid-century modern (MCM) design echoes the world’s fascination with a design style that will never go out of fashion. He and business partner Felipe Florez are bringing homeowners a new opportunity to shop both styles in one location. The popular Direct Furniture Modern Home located in the West […]
