Fall in Atlanta. The temperatures lighten up. The foliage gets gorgeous. Your entertaining calendar heats up…especially if you have planned out the ideal fireplace or firepit area.    Hot Trends So what to choose? An outdoor fireplace or a firepit?

Plato himself said, “We can easily forgive a child who is afraid of the dark; the real tragedy of life is when men are afraid of the light.” Sure, this ancient philosopher may have said this centuries ago. Also, he

This remarkable kitchen is definitely a reflection of its owners and their passion for all things European. The 21’ x 6’ room elegantly blends older pieces collected throughout the years from Europe with modern features like the beautiful Taj Mahal

Stately maples, towering pines and sturdy oaks are valuable assets for the Atlanta homeowner. They provide shade and beauty while offering cool spots to relax and play in the yard. Fragrant spring blossoms and vibrant fall foliage can also brighten

Many older homes seem designed to hustle visitors from the front door straight to the living or family room without ever encouraging them to linger in the entryway. After all, this utilitarian space usually didn’t have much to offer in

A singular buzzword permeated the conference, expo and event scene at this year’s Kitchen and Bath Industry Show. It defines the ideal American kitchen and bath and can be interpreted in a myriad of ways. The word is: clean. It

Thanks to higher standards and stricter building codes, many of today’s new-built homes already feature environmentally friendly materials, appliances and operating systems. Unfortunately most – if not all – older homes aren’t so lucky. Rarely were features and materials like

You might not initially think of hardscaping as the “coolest” part of your yard to makeover. Splashy furniture paint and garden beds full of flowers seem much more fun and rewarding.  But in reality, hardscapes actually make a huge impact on

Expert: Nathan Jonesinfo@northhighlandpaint.comWebsiteNorth Highland PaintQ: How do I begin to start painting my accent wall?A: The first step to painting the perfect accent wall, or any wall for that matter, is to pick a premium painters tape. It is important

So…you’ve watched all the home improvement TV shows. You have your Pinterest boards nice and organized. Heck, you even know your color wheel! So why should you bother hiring an interior designer? This month, a few of Atlanta’s top interior