It’s in our blood to be drawn toward a roaring fire or babbling brook, because, in fact, we’re hardwired for …
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Gone are the days when newly turned 16-year-old teenagers race to the DMV. Only 20 years ago, 87 percent of …
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What if we labeled unwalkable neighborhoods “unsafe” like we do with cigarettes? Ten percent of preventable deaths are due to …
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The desire for exotic plants is coming at an enormous price. Over 50,000 non-native species in our ecosystems have cost …
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Itching to feel younger? Surround yourself with shrubbery. A recent Toronto study found that having an average of 10 or …
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Public health – once thought to be the responsibility of scientists and doctors – is now becoming a major crux …
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Nestled on the corner of 15th and Peachtree in the heart of Midtown is a tiny green oasis, complete with …
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Buckhead has some of the finest dining, skyscrapers, shopping and homes in Atlanta. Unfortunately, Buckhead doesn’t have as much green …
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I learned the basics of Photoshop in college, but am still effectively a beginner with the program. Photoshop has so …
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Every day, Buckhead visitors and residents admire the Charlie Loudermilk statue, eat lunch in Charlie Loudermilk Park and grab dinner …
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As 1,800+ students graduate from Macon’s Mercer University this weekend, many will take memorable graduation photos on Cruz Plaza – replete …
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The Brain Science Behind Customer Experience and the Beer, Bocce & Banter Meetups were a hit, so mark your calendars …
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Designing around the sun is not a new idea. Virtually every culture in civilization has adapted its building to the …
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Barrington Hall Vernacular style in building is essentially derived from the local climate, materials and building traditions. It is practical …
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Though this nostalgic and romantic style flourished in the late 19th century, its name comes from Queen Anne of Great …
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Concrete has been in use for millennia. Its discovery was likely by accident when limestone was “cooked” by fire and …
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Here are a few thoughts on why you might NOT renovate your home. 1. A renovation is disruptive – a …
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Homeowners often ask architects if they should renovate their existing home or move elsewhere. Well, that depends. Ask yourself a …
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photo by Jeff Roffman The Decorators’ Show House and Gardens tour, an annual fundraiser for the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, this …
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Of the many sacred spaces found in Atlanta, the Cannon Chapel at Emory University stands out. Located on campus on …
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An easily overlooked architectural gem can be found in historic West End: the Westview Abbey. According to the cemetery’s …
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The word “Palladian” describes a style of ornamental window – typically tall, classically detailed with a round top. But …
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Renowned architect Henri Jova passed away in January at 94. Jova brought a new design sensibility to our city – …
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In architectural terminology, the frieze refers to the trim placed immediately below the roof eave but it is really …
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Fans of architecture know of Frank Lloyd Wright – America’s uniquely famous architect. Did you know that Wright was …
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Georgian architecture style is derived from the English Renaissance and refers to the reigning period of Kings George the 1st …
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The Egg and Dart is a classical decorative molding detail. It was adopted into Roman architecture and became a prevalent …
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