ART THAT ENDURES

All art is meant to evoke emotion. paintings, sculptures and other creative works serve to beautify a space, pique one’s curiosity or kindle the imagination. But there is a difference between art that is pleasing versus art that endures. Avery Gallery specializes in the latter, offering a world-class selection of paintings and limited edition prints […]

Belle of the Ball

Shannon Lunseth Kotze celebrates 12 successful years in business this year as the owner of high-end women’s clothing and accessories boutique BELLE | MODE. While it may appear that her marketing background is the impetus for the boutique’s success, it is something much simpler that endears Metro Atlanta and nationwide shoppers to BELLE | MODE. […]

CUSTOM(ER) SERVICE

In today’s world, it’s all about speed. fast fashion, overnight shipping, instant gratification—trends that are in today and out tomorrow. At Berkeley Architectural Interior Woodworking, they get that. Their large facility is outfitted with the most up-to-date machinery and computer programs, but that will never outpace customer service and the skills honed by generations of […]

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 […]

Elevate Your Game

For years, Chris and Lizz McKay have been fighting against an idea. Or maybe it’s more accurate to say they’ve been fighting against a lack of ideas. Brilliant, thoughtful, creative interior design might be found everywhere throughout a home, but when you say the words “game room,” ideas about elevated design often stop. Game room. […]

All the Little Treasures

Tucked away in a quiet courtyard at Ansley Mall in Midtown is Odd McLean, an unassuming gift shop filled with chic accessories and decorative gems for the home. Tabletop displays showcase handblown glassware from Copenhagen, whimsical salt and pepper grinders, delicately stitched cloth cocktail napkins and fragrant skincare products imported from Greece. “When you walk […]

Where Service Meets Selection

Twenty-four years ago, Allen Jones wanted a refrigerator in his garage. He found such a great deal that he decided to sell it for a profit instead. As a former stock market professional, Jones saw a larger opportunity. He started buying discounted appliances from showrooms around Atlanta and selling them on eBay from his garage. […]

Timeless Glow

Maurice Chandelier is a destination for anyone captivated by the elegance and history of Continental antiques, especially lighting. Spanning an impressive 15,000 square feet, this showroom has a treasure trove of meticulously restored chandeliers, sconces, clocks, statuary, furniture and decorative items. The company’s story begins in 1986 with Armando Delgado, who gave up being a […]

Visual Art Virtuoso

By his own admission, Mark Carson English wasn’t a good student during his formative years. “I didn’t even have good grades in art class because I didn’t follow the rules,” he says. That self-proclaimed unruliness, which followed him throughout a host of odd jobs over the years, may have been the characteristic that ultimately gave […]

Bespoke Brilliance

Lilly Porter Fine Jewelry is a full-service jewelry house that specializes in creating distinctive pieces while incorporating each client’s unique style. Whether a custom engagement ring or sophisticated pair of cuff links, Lilly Porter creates jewelry that empowers families to pass down stories for generations in the form of a bespoke heirloom. Bess McLean, the […]