Transmitting Raw Emotion Through Subject and Technique

“Every child is an artist,” picasso said. The question is how to remain an artist as a grown-up. It was never an issue for Kristin Thorsen, who was blessed with two highly creative parents whose example and encouragement helped lay the groundwork for an adult career. Not to mention a husband and daughter who are […]
The Artisanship of Fine Cabinetry

Marcel Olariu, along with his wife, Mirela, founded Kingdom Woodworks 26 years ago to design and build luxury custom cabinetry. Born in Romania to a carpenter, he emigrated to the United States when he was just 12 years old, and he embodies the American entrepreneurial spirit. “I became a proud citizen of this country at […]
The Art of Discovery

Judy Walters’ path to becoming an artist wasn’t quick or direct, but her story embodies the magic that can happen when you embrace change, challenge and self-discovery. From her early life in Pikeville, Kentucky, to her rise as a sought-after painter of Lowcountry landscapes, Walters’ journey is a testament to the power of following your […]
Design Dream

When Atlanta Style & Design caught up with entrepreneur Milton Roberts, owner of Interiors Market, he was elbow-deep in paint and gilding. His passion for helping designers and homeowners source just the right items for their homes extends to refinishing special pieces for his clients. At the moment we reached out to him, he was […]
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 […]
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 […]
SECOND ACT

Amille and Omar Hasan had been living in a high-rise condo for the last decade. “I love being in town, where everything is walkable, and I told Omar the only way he could get me to move was if we bought a historic home that was also in town,” Camille Hasan says. When they found […]
TIMELESS DESIGN

Alejandra Martinez Dunphy is a renowned interior designer with two decades of experience creating interiors for projects around the world. Dunphy has built a reputation for creating spaces that blend sustainability, functionality and beauty. As the founder and creative director of A+D Studio, she brings her passion for design, art and architecture to every project. […]
Fresh Take at the Lake

For a couple looking for their forever home, the community in which they’d been living for a little more than a decade—Reynolds Lake Oconee—was the place they wanted to remain. They wanted a new home, however, that addressed their current needs and those they anticipated in the future. Stylistically, their tastes had changed, but they […]
Better Together

Picture your best friend. she has your back at all times. She is unwaveringly supportive during the good times and the bad, invests time in deepening the relationship and helps you overcome the obstacles life throws your way. She’s the dependable go-to person who always answers the phone when you call for help while giving […]