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17 Home Front Expert tips, news and events from Atlanta’s home improvement community

23 Editor’s Picks Objects of desire

25 Beyond the Page What’s happening in our online communities

74 Garden Planner September’s to-do list

76 Notes from Bob & RodMan How to capture and store rainwater

79 CAHP Talk Is your water heater creating a hazard?

89 Resource Finder Information at your fi ngertips

97 Editorial Resources Contacts for more details

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Laying the groundworkeditor’sletter

Correction: The photo on p. 33 of the August 2012 issue was attributed incorrectly to Handcrafted Homes, Inc. The photo was taken by Anastasia Alkema and contributed by Innovative Construction. We regret the error.

Cabinets and countertops—some of the most essential elements of any kitchen—get a special focus this month. As kitchens have become part of our primary living spaces, cabinets and countertops are more important than ever. These building blocks set the tone for the rest of the space, from defi ning the layout to establishing style. Pairing

cabinets and countertops can seem mystifying with all the choices available, but there are some basic design rules that will help in the decision-making process. We also discuss affordable ways to refresh and improve existing cabinets and countertops. Something for everyone!

The character of a home goes far beyond the kitchen. In fact, it begins at the door. Curb appeal projects, like kitchens, are some of the best investments you can make. Just check out the dramatic before-and-after photos in our feature on inviting exteriors to see what a difference paint, landscaping and more can make.

Moving back inside, we are also taking a look at lighting this month. In several of the show homes I toured this year, the light fi xtures really stood out to me. Can and track lights were nowhere to be found. In their place were artistic pendants, table lamps and sconces that complemented the décor. So the theme of our lighting feature focuses on showcasing your personal style with light fi xtures.

Looking for more ideas and local resources for your home? The Fall Atlanta Home Show is this month, and it’s always a hit. See our home show directory for all the details on who will be there and what you can look forward to, including a talk on home and design trends that I’ll be doing on the home show stage at 3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 23. Hope you can join me!


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HGTV Stars John Gidding and Vern Yip Headline Fall Atlanta Home Show

Visitors to the Fall Atlanta Home Show will have the chance to meet and get advice from design experts and HGTV stars John Gidding and Vern Yip. Gidding, from HGTV’s “Curb Appeal: The Block” and “Designed to Sell”, will present behind-the-scenes secrets and tips for adding curb appeal Friday, Sept. 21, at noon and 2 p.m. Plus, one person will win the opportunity to have brunch with Gidding. Enter at www.atlantahomeshow.com. On Saturday, Sept. 22, at 1 and 3 p.m.Vern Yip, from HGTV’s “Design Star” and “Design Star All Stars”, will discuss affordable design trends for the home. For more on John Gidding, Vern Yip and the home show, turn to p. 35.

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will be open for tours Sept. 14-29, is located in The Park at Anderson Farms neighborhood in Marietta. Designed by Caldwell-Cline, the traditional-style 5,500 square-foot home includes three levels and 21-rooms and was recommended to the location committee by Johnny Sinclair, an agent with Harry Norman, Realtors. To make the home a true show piece, David Sinclair, of Sinclair Custom Homes, is helping the design team with high-end upgrades. Plus, visitors can shop for a variety of handmade items from local artists on the terrace level of the home. Tickets are $15 plus tax online and $20 plus tax at the door. For more information, see the event listing in our “What’s Happening This Month” section or visit www.artanddesignshowhouse.com.

Photos courtesy of (left to right) John Gidding, HGTV;Vern Yip, SEMCO Productions

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homefrontFuller Center Saves Vacant Home, Donates To Family in Need

A family of fi ve now has a place to call home thanks to a volunteer effort lead by The Fuller Center for Housing of Greater Atlanta. The project involved repairing and renovating a vacant home in Southwest Atlanta, which was donated to The Fuller Center by Chase Bank. Members of the local building community joined together to help complete the work under the leadership of Mark Galey, president of the center and owner of MRemodeling Services Inc. (www.mremodeling.net), and Chuck Whiteside, project manager and owner of Miracle Construction Services (www.miracleconstruction.com). With additional support from The Home Depot, Atlanta Home Improvement magazine and Reclaim It Atlanta, the renovated home was presented to the new owners during a dedication ceremony in June.

The Fuller Center for Housing is a non-profi t Christian charity that was founded in 2005 by Habitat for Humanity co-founder Millard Fuller and his wife Linda. As part of The Fuller Center’s annual Millard Fuller Legacy Build, Sept. 9-14, the organization will be doing major renovations on fi ve homes in McDonough along with many others worldwide. To volunteer, please go to www.fullercenter.org for details.

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◗ Chuck’s carpenters◗ ConsultaHomePro.com ◗ Eric Crow Electrical◗ Fuller Center for Housing of

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Volunteers and SponsorsPhoto courtesy of Chuck Whiteside

Local Builder Raises More Than $15K for Charity EventYou have to be tough if you want to survive in the Atlanta housing industry these days, so it’s no surprise one local builder recently volunteered to fi ght in a charity boxing tournament. “Boxing has become a huge part of my life, and what better way to raise money for a great organization than to do it over cocktails, great food, friends and maybe even a little blood?” says Kevin Aycock, of Aycock Properties (www.aycockproperties.com).

No stranger to the ring, Ayock has been boxing competitively for more than two years and has participated in several amateur boxing tournaments. However, in June, Aycock participated in a different kind of boxing competition: Atlanta Corporate Fight Night, in which members of the business community duke it out for the charity of their choice.

Aycock fought on behalf of HomeAid Atlanta, an organization that works closely with the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association to build and maintain transitional housing for the temporarily homeless. While he lost his match—against personal trainer Dexter Hampton—Aycock raised more than $15,000 for the event and received special recognition for his enthusiasm and dedication. “It was a great fi ght,” says Aycock.

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Sat., Sept. 1-Mon., Sept. 3Marietta Art in the Park10 a.m. – 5 p.m.Glover Park on Historic Marietta Square50 North Park SquareMarietta, GA(404) 966-8497www.artparkmarietta.com

Thurs., Sept. 6-Sun., Sept. 9Yellow Daisy Festival10 a.m. – 6 p.m., Thurs., Fri., Sun.10 a.m. – 7:30 p.m., Sat.

Stone Mountain Park1000 Robert E. Lee Drive Stone Mountain, GA(770) 498-5690www.stonemountainpark.com

Fri., Sept. 7-Sun., Sept. 9Scott Antique Market9 a.m. – 6 p.m., Fri.-Sat.10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Sun.Atlanta Expo Center3650 and 3850 Jonesboro RoadAtlanta, GA(404) 361-2000www.scottantiquemarket.com

Fri., Sept. 15-Sat., Sept. 29Art & Design Show House10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Wed.-Thurs. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., Fri.-Sat.Noon – 6 p.m., Sun.256 Hanson WayMarietta, GA

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Sat., Sept. 15Marietta StreetFest9 a.m. – 5 p.m.Historic Marietta SquareMarietta, GA(770) 794-5710www.mariettastreetfest.com

Fri., Sept. 21-Sun., Sept. 23Fall Atlanta Home Show10 a.m. – 6 p.m., Fri.-Sat.Noon – 6 p.m., Sun.Cobb Galleria CentreTwo Galleria ParkwayAtlanta, GA(770) 798-1997www.atlantahomeshow.com

Sat., Sept. 22-Sun., Sept. 23Sandy Springs Festival9 a.m. – 7 p.m., Sat.

11 a.m. – 5 p.m., Sun.Heritage Green 6075 Sandy Springs CircleSandy Springs, GA(404) 851-9111www.sandyspringsfestival.com

Sat., Sept. 29 NARI Atlanta Tour of Remodeled Homes10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Locations vary (770) 516-2091www.atlantaremodelingtour.com

Sat., Sept. 29Plant a Fall Vegetable Garden: Hands-On Gardening Class11 a.m. – 1 p.m.435 Oakview Road Decatur, GA(404)-371-1920www.oakhurstgarden.org

Have a home improvement question or news tip? Send to [email protected] more event listings, visit www.atlantahomeimprovement.com.

NARI Atlanta Tour of Remodeled Homes Offers Inspiration and AdviceA wide range of remodeling projects, from kitchens and baths to whole homes, will be on display during the Third Annual NARI Atlanta Tour of Remodeled Homes scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 29. The remodelers themselves, all members of the Atlanta Chapter of the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI), a not-for-profi t trade association of remodeling service providers that adheres to a code of ethics, will be on hand to discuss what was done in each home and offer advice on future projects.

“Each year the tour has grown in popularity, as we showcase the beautiful and creative home expansions, renovations, kitchens,

master suites, outdoor living spaces, green improvements and more created by local remodelers, builders and designers,” says Mark Buelow, president of Distinctive Remodeling Solutions (www.distinctiveremodeling.net), which will have a home on the tour, and chairman of the tour committee. “It is also extremely gratifying to partner with a charity and donate a portion of the proceeds to them. This year, our charity partner is the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA).”

Tickets are $10 in advance or $15 the day of the tour and will be available for purchase at www.atlantaremodelingtour.com or at the Fall Atlanta Home Show (www.atlantahomeshow.com), Sept. 21-23, 2012, at Cobb Galleria Centre. Attendees may visit the homes in any order and can download a map from the tour website.

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Interior lighting is one of the home’s most basic needs,

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Designers commonly refer to lighting as the “jewelry” of a

space—the fi nishing touch that dazzles and delights. Your

home is fi lled with special decorative pieces, and lighting

should be no exception. Now more than ever, homeowners

are turning to light fi xtures to showcase their personal style.

Clueless about how to creatively incorporate lighting into your

home? Local industry experts and designers have come to the

rescue. With these tips, you’ll never be left in the dark.

Start with fi nish The fi nish on a light fi xture is key in a well-crafted piece and a

way to showcase personal style. Some fi nishes can look dated or

stand out for the wrong reasons. One of today’s biggest trends

is fl at, matte fi nishes such as rubbed bronze and toned-down

metallics. Wrought iron is a timeless and versatile fi nish in

keeping with the matte trend. Wood adds a natural fl air and

stands out in untreated or salvaged forms. For an especially

rustic look, wire shades are playful and edgy. Glass and crystal

remain popular materials, says Yaacov Golan, of The Lighting

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Details matterForm and function also come into play when selecting statement-

making light fi xtures. Look for stylistic punches and attention to

detail, as if selecting a work of art. Some trends you will fi nd in

today’s marketplace include:

Drum shadesThe ever-popular drum shade is now modern and updated, says

Michael Fortson of Illuminations (www.illumco.com). The drum

silhouette is clean and classic, blending seamlessly with the design

of any room. Make it unique by covering a basic drum shade in

fabric, suggests Golan. If you prefer a neutral-colored shade, let

the shape of the fi xture bring the drama. Look for a pendant with

multiple small drum shades across a beam for visual interest. Judy

White, of Masterpiece Lighting (www.masterpiecelighting.com),

suggests grouping several drum pendants of varying heights and

sizes to modernize a space.

ChandeliersToday’s chandeliers frequently include crystal and glass elements,

which cause light to dance across ceilings and make entire rooms

sparkle. Unexpected uses keep things fresh. For example, don’t

be afraid to use chandeliers outside of their typical locations in

dining rooms and entryways. Why not hang a chandelier in the

master bathroom to add European-boudoir glamour or raise the

sophistication level in the kitchen? If glass and crystal are too

ornate for your tastes, consider farmhouse-style fi xtures that add a

rustic touch for an of-the-moment look.

Popular alternativesBeyond multi-arm chandeliers, orb-shaped fi xtures command

attention. Geometric shapes and textures are sculptural works of

art, says Golan. Lantern-style fi xtures are also common in today’s

homes, bringing a touch of the past into the present. Even light

bulbs have starring roles, including a major resurgence of Edison

styles with exposed fi laments, says White.

Mix, don’t matchNow that you know what’s new in the lighting world, it’s time to

incorporate these fi nds into your space. To avoid an overly match-y,

dated look, seek out fi nishes that complement, not copy, the rest

of the space. While many cabinets, doors and furnishings feature

shiny silver or chrome hardware, it’s not necessary to replicate

that fi nish everywhere. “I never worry about mixing fi nishes!” says

Fortson. “Do not be afraid to mix fl at and shiny: polished chrome

can be softened with fl attened nickel, dark bronze... anything goes.”

Just as works of art are acquired over time, statement fi xtures

should have the same “collected” look, allowing each piece to

speak for itself. Fortson says that many homes today are a mix of

updated rooms and appliances paired with traditional furnishings

and antiques. “My favorite thing to do is to put very contemporary

lighting on top of traditional furniture like a Bombay chest,” he

says. “The more contrast, the bigger the style kick.” Photo courtesy of DRS and Associates





Tie it togetherInterior designer Kerry Howard, of KMH Interiors (www.

kmhinteriors.net), has a meat-and-three design philosophy,

which is to choose key pieces of furniture and to shop for

design elements around those pieces. He says to choose your

main furniture, or the “meat,” then choose other elements

such as rugs, mirrors and wall hangings and, fi nally, lighting.

Consider the characteristics of the space when deciding how

and where to use lighting for maximum impact. “Various

rooms require different types of lighting depending on

task and function,” Golan says. “Ceiling heights require and

demand a scaled size. Bathrooms and kitchens require more

light for obvious task lighting. The various styles will create

different looks and moods in the home.”

Remember while shopping for lighting that you are buying

statement pieces and works of art. “Lighting really is the

‘icing’ on the cake in a well-decorated space,” says Howard.

“It can tie everything together beautifully.”


SilhoueMake a statement with one of the

hottest silhouettes today—the orb. These bold spheres are lighting up the

design world. Take your pick of sizes, styles and fi nishes.

tteEnergy-Saving TipsLighting accounts for

15 percent of the average

consumer’s energy bill, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. By using energy-effi cient lighting, consumers can use up to 75 percent less energy to light their home, adding up to some big savings. Here aremore tips for saving energy:

Conserve energy by using motion

sensors and occupancy sensors. With sensors, you are only using light when you are at home and in need of lighting. The color temperature of the light source also is important. A color temperature between 2700-3000 Kelvin is ideal for residential lighting. Many light bulbs come with color temperature measurements listed on the packaging.—Phil Sherer, Masterpiece Lighting

Add a dimmer to save electricity. If the light is dimmed, it’s like switching to a lower wattage bulb. Dimming a light by half can trim electric use by 40 percent over time. LEDs are four times more effi cient than conventional light sources. They last up to 10 times as long as compact fl uorescents and far longer than typical incandescents.—Bart Lawrence, Sea Gull Lighting

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to achieve without sacrifi cing

ambience or light output. LEDs will begin taking the place of incandescent bulbs and can be retrofi tted onto any existing fi xture. LEDs are more dimmable than compact fl uorescents and not as hot.—Michael Fortson, Illuminations

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AAA AUTO CLUB SOUTH ....................................... 1612

ACKERMAN SECURITY SYSTEMS ......................... 1344

ACKERMAN SECURITY SYSTEMS - CAHP ............ 1348

ADJUSTABLE PATIO COVERS INC ........................ 1010

ADR TEAK ............................................................... 1210

ADT SECURITY SERVICES ....................................... 512

AERUS ELECTROLUX ............................................. 1330

AFFORDABLE CONTRACTING ................................. 956

AFFORDABLE CONTRACTING ............................... 1056

ALADDIN INSULATION ............................................ 1536

ALADDIN INSULATION ............................................ 1635

ALAN MURPHY WINDOW & SIDING COMPANY ....... 848

ALL NATURAL DIPS/ELITE ENTERPRISES ............. 1619

ALL PHASE HOME SERVICES ................................ 1253

AMERICAN ELEVATOR OF ATLANTA INC. .............. 1506

AMERICAN GARAGE DOORS & OPENERS .............. 716

AMERICAN GARAGE DOORS - CAHP .................... 1348

AMERICA’S MATTRESS .......................................... 1224

AMERICRAFT .......................................................... 1136

ANDERSON POWER SERVICES ............................. 1432

ANGIE’S LIST ............................................................ 642

AQUAGUARD BASEMENT SYSTEMS ..................... 1618

AQUAGUARD BASEMENT SYSTEMS - CAHP ........ 1348

ARCHADECK OF GREATER ATLANTA .................... 1024

ARCLINE STUDIO LLC - CAHP ............................... 1348

ARS - UNIVERSAL HEATING COOLING & AIR PURIFICATION ...................................................... 524

ASK-KAY/FLASH ELECTRIC ................................... 1519

ASMYCA INTERNATIONAL TAIWAN .......................... 835

ATLANTA AUDIO & AUTOMATION........................... 1129

ATLANTA DESIGN & BUILD ..................................... 1006

ATLANTA HOME IMPROVEMENT MAGAZINE ......... 1634

ATLANTA HOME IMPROVEMENT MAGAZINE - CAHP .................................................................. 1348

ATTENTION TO DETAIL HOME REMODELING ........ 1035

AVI / MARVIN DESIGN GALLERY ............................ 1306

B-LEVEL SOUTHEAST ............................................ 1604

BATH FITTER ............................................................ 606

BEESNTHINGS.COM ................................................ 748

BEN HILL ROOFING & SIDING COMPANY INC. ....... 641

BORAL STONE PRODUCTS ..................................... 624

BORESHA INTERNATIONAL - BSKINNY COFFEE ..... 531

BRANDSMART USA................................................ 1636

BROWN’S POOLS & SPAS ....................................... 348

BUILDER SPECIALTIES ............................................. 405

CABINET TRANSFORMATIONS ............................. 1142

CAPITAL REMODELING INC ..................................... 951

CERTIFIED CONSTRUCTION - CAHP ..................... 1348

CHAMPION WINDOW & PATIO ROOM CO. ............. 206

CLASSIC BLINDS AND SHUTTERS ........................ 1623

CLEARVIEW MOTION SCREENS ............................ 1324

COBB COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT ........................ 105

COLE AND COMPANY .............................................. 401

COMMUNITY ONE ASSOCIATES .............................. 316

CONCRETE RESURFACING PRODUCTS ............... 1402

CONSULT-A-HOME-PRO (CAHP) ............................ 1348

COOK’S PEST CONTROL INC. ................................ 936

COOLSCREENS ....................................................... 709

COOPER MUSIC ....................................................... 144

CORONA SOLAR GROUP LLC ................................ 841

CPHB - CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL HOME BUILDERS ................................................. 416

CPI SECURITY SYSTEMS ....................................... 1232

CREATIVE CONCRETE RESURFACING .................. 1155

CSI KITCHEN & BATH STUDIO ................................. 516

CUTCO CUTLERY & COOKWARE .......................... 1044

DACO ENTERPRISES INC. ....................................... 816

DBD RENOVATIONS ............................................... 1606

DECOR WINDOWS ................................................... 344

DIGNITY MEMORIAL ................................................. 837

DIRECT BUILD HOME IMPROVEMENT ..................... 430

DIRECT BUY ........................................................... 1309

DIXIE HOMECRAFTERS .......................................... 1036

DOGGONEHANDY .................................................. 1117

DYSON INC. ............................................................. 801

EASY LIVING PRODUCTS ....................................... 1416

EASY LIVING PRODUCTS ......................................... 323

EVERDRY WATERPROOFING ................................. 1601

EVERLAST ................................................................ 736

EXOVATIONS .......................................................... 1429

FALCON RAILINGS ATLANTA ................................. 1331

FIDELITY BANK ....................................................... 1642

GARAGE FLOOR COATING INC. ............................. 620

GEMS & CRYSTALS BY ANDREW ............................ 324

GEORGIA AQUARIUM ............................................... 327

GEORGIA AWNINGS ................................................. 802

GEORGIA CENTRAL VACUUM - CAHP ................... 1348

GEORGIA FIREFIGHTERS BURN FOUNDATION ....... 105

GEORGIA LANDSCAPE ............................................ 442

GEORGIA SOLAR LIGHTING BY THE SUNSHINE BOYS ........................................ 1001

GEORGIA SPA COMPANY ........................................ 406

GEORGIAS OWN CREDIT UNION ............................. 342

GLOVER’S FLOORING AMERICA - CAHP .............. 1348

GO GREEN ENVIRONMENTAL INC. ......................... 948

GOULDING DESIGN GROUP .................................. 1640

GRANITE TRANSFORMATIONS .............................. 1510

GREEN BASEMENTS & REMODELING ..................... 628

GREEN REVOLUTION ............................................. 1436

GUTTER CREATIONS.............................................. 1610

HADCO ................................................................... 1106

HAMMER STAHL CUTLERY-SIMPLICITY GOURMET ............................................................ 644

HEALTH MATE SAUNAS/PLH PRODUCTS ............... 241

HILLTOP POOLS & SPAS INC. ................................ 1028

HOME & GARDEN DESIGN INC. ............................... 529

HOME ENERGY SOLUTIONS .................................. 1116

HOME IMPROVEMENT SOURCE LLC .................... 1230

HOPE ATLANTA THE PROGRAMS OF TRAVELERS AID .................................................... 147

HORIZONSLTD.COM ................................................ 723

HOUSLEY ENTERPRISES OF GA INC. .................... 1102

HUMANE SOCIETY OF COBB COUNTY ................... 230

IE HOME SECURITY................................................ 1016

INFINITY LIGHTS ..................................................... 1532

INNOVATIVE OUTDOORS LLC .................................. 806

INSPECTORS ASSOCIATES INC. - CAHP .............. 1348

INSPIRATIONS KITCHEN & BATH ........................... 1105

INVISIBLE FENCE BY PEACHTREE......................... 1124

IRRIGATION REPAIR GUY ....................................... 1643

IT’S GOOD ON YA ..................................................... 335

J & J PAINTING OF GEORGIA ................................. 1119

JD KITCHENS BATH & MORE ................................ 1502

JENNIFER’S GLASSWORKS LLC ............................. 424

JOHNNY RHINO KITCHENS & BATH ...................... 1329

KITCHEN CRAFT ..................................................... 1423

KITCHEN SOLVERS .................................................. 731

LANDSCAPE LIGHTING SYSTEMS INC. ................. 1115

LANDSCAPE PLANS PLUS ....................................... 442

LEAF FILTER NORTH OF GEORGIA INC. ................. 739

LEAFGUARD OF NORTH GEORGIA .......................... 636

LIGHTNING BUG ELECTRIC ................................... 1443

LIGHTNING BUG ELECTRIC - CAHP ...................... 1348

LOUD SECURITY SYSTEMS INC ............................ 1047

MA-BRI INC............................................................. 1628

MASTERSHIELD ..................................................... 1127

MATTRESS 4 YOU .................................................... 506

MATTRESS FIRM .................................................... 1406

METAL BRITE PRODUCTS ...................................... 1638

METRO MECHANICAL HEATING AND AIR ............... 916

MIKE MOORE PLUMBING - CAHP ......................... 1348

MIRACLE METHOD SURFACE REFINISHING.......... 1435

MODERN PATIO COVERS ....................................... 1223

MREMODELING ...................................................... 1531

MY PILLOW INC. .................................................... 1637

NARI - ATLANTA ..................................................... 1630

NATIONWIDE FLOORING BROKERS ...................... 1516

NATURAL POOLS BY DACOR ................................ 1202

NEHEMIAH RECONSTRUCTION LLC .................... 1444

NEHEMIAH RECONSTRUCTION LLC - CAHP ....... 1348

NEW ARCH ............................................................. 1624

NO MOLD ATLANTA - CAHP ................................... 1348

NORTH ATLANTA RV RENTALS ................................ 124

NORTH GEORGIA REPLACEMENT WINDOWS INC. .................................................... 441

OLDCASTLE SURFACES INC .................................. 143

ORANGE LUSTRE/CLIK PRODUCTS ...................... 1101

ORECK VACUUMS .................................................. 1401

PAINT WIZARDS/HOME WIZARDS ......................... 1629

PARTY TIL YOU POP ................................................ 224

PATIO ENCLOSURES .............................................. 1239

PATTEN SEED Co. / SUPER SOD ........................... 1544

PELLA WINDOW & DOOR COMPANY ...................... 906

PET LODGE PET RESORT ...................................... 1542

PHANTOM SCREENS ............................................. 1130

PIANO DISTRIBUTORS ........................................... 1524

PMC BUILDING MATERIALS ................................... 1424

POWER HOME REMODELING GROUP .................. 1335

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PRESTIGE RESTORATION SERVICES ...................... 603

PROLAND INC. ........................................................ 536

PULL OUT SHELF COMPANY ................................. 1148

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QUALITY STUCCO REPAIRS - CAHP ...................... 1348

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RELIANCE HTG & AIR ............................................. 1316

RENUEN EXPERTS ................................................... 329

RESIDENTIAL ELEVATORS .................................... 1018

RHINO SHIELD BY GEORGIA COATINGS INC ........ 1622

ROOFING INC. ......................................................... 744

ROUSSO’S REPRODUCTIONS ............................... 1244

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RPM LANDSCAPE & PAVERS ....................................................................................... 942

SAFE RACKS .............................................................................................................. 1237

SELF DEFENSE ATL ...................................................................................................... 420

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SIGNATURE SHUTTERS - CAHP ................................................................................ 1348

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SOMA STONEWORKS .................................................................................................. 729

SOMETHING NEW ........................................................................................................ 843

SOUTHEAST COATINGS - TURTLE COAT .................................................................. 1235

SOUTHEASTERN UNDERDECK SYSTEMS LLC ........................................................ 1135

SOUTHERN CLASSIC FLOORING INC....................................................................... 1206

SPACEMAKERS OF AMERICA LLC .............................................................................. 941

SPRAY FOAM SERVICES .............................................................................................. 315

STATE FARM ................................................................................................................. 602

STRUXTUR INC. ............................................................................................................ 515

SUNBELT POOLS OF GEORGIA ................................................................................... 719

SUNCATCHER OF ATLANTA AFFORDABLE SCREEN ENC. ....................................... 1247

SUPERIOR PRO HOME IMPROVEMENT .................................................................... 1318

SWEETWATER BREWING COMPANY ........................................................................... 147

TALLMAN POOLS ....................................................................................................... 1614

TAYLOR CONSTRUCTION .......................................................................................... 1515

TAYLOR CONSTRUCTION .......................................................................................... 1229

TERRAGARDENS LANDSCAPE SERVICES ................................................................ 1641

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TROTTER ROOFING AND GUTTERS - CAHP ............................................................. 1348

TWO SISTERS OLIVE AND GRAPE ............................................................................... 742

U.S. CABINETWORKS ................................................................................................ 1415

U.S. WINDOW FACTORY (GA) INC. ............................................................................ 1123

UNDERPRICED FURNITURE ....................................................................................... 1216

VARIETY OF GEORGIA .................................................................................................. 947

VELATA ....................................................................................................................... 1332

VISION PAINTING - CAHP ........................................................................................... 1348

VISION STAIRWAYS & MILLWORK LLC ....................................................................... 735

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WATERFURNACE INTERNATIONAL INC. .................................................................... 1236

WE TEACH HOUSE INSTITUTE - CAHP ...................................................................... 1348

WEATHER GUARD METAL ROOFING ........................................................................... 616

WESTSIDE FOUNDRY HOME FURNISHINGS ............................................................... 706

WICKFREE CANDLES INC. (SCENTSY WICKLESS CANDLES) .................................... 520

WINDOW GENIE ......................................................................................................... 1040

WINDOW WORLD ......................................................................................................... 724

WOOD HOLLOW CABINETS ......................................................................................... 824

WOOD RE NEW OF WEST METRO ATLANTA ............................................................. 1154

WOODMAN INSULATION - CAHP ............................................................................... 1348

WOODTRAC CEILING SYSTEM BY SAUDER ............................................................. 1231

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Surface, color, material, fi nish, layout, design, hardware, size,

style… Let’s face it, choosing cabinets and countertops can

take a design from dream to nightmare if you get lost in the

details. “The right cabinets and countertops can complement

your kitchen by fi nalizing your design and helping you get

the look you were going for,” says Becky Costa, of Stonecrafters USA Inc.

(www.stonecraftersusa.com) in Marietta. You don’t need to break the

budget, but if you’re remodeling to sell (whether right away or in the

foreseeable future), remember the old adage: Kitchens sell houses.

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Every kitchen layout, from classic L-shape to modern double-island,

defi nes and highlights the space. Most are based around the “work

triangle,” in which the sink, stove and fridge are positioned in the form

of a triangle, to eliminate extra footsteps. The U-shape kitchen often

includes a center island for prep work fl anked by cleaning, cooking

and storage areas. A two-wall, or galley, layout is a good option in tight

spaces but creates separation and often makes entertaining diffi cult.

The past several decades have seen a creative movement beyond

classic layouts. A peninsula kitchen adds a dogleg to the standard L-

shape layout and creates a small seating area, while a zone layout

offers separated wash, prep and eating areas. Double islands, in which

one island often includes a sink for prep and serving and the other is

reserved for eating, are increasingly popular and can be added to several

types of layouts.

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Karen Salyer says L- and U-shape

kitchens with at least one island

allow for overlapping work zones

and enhanced functionality. “A sink

in between the cold-storage zone

and cooking zones helps maximize

effi ciency so that the cook is better

able to prepare a meal with less

energy output,” she says.

Successful designs include prep

areas such as a small sink for

cleaning fruits and vegetables,

ample storage spaces like pot

drawers near the range and proper

cleanup zones with single-bowl

or offset sinks and rollout trays or

pullout baskets in base cabinets.

Mark Williams, founder of Mark

Williams Design Associates

(www.markwilliams-design.com)

in Atlanta and a trendspotter

for countertop manufacturer

Cosentino, says homeowners

should always consider how they

work in their kitchen. “Where do

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to the market every day? Once you

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and overlay the answers onto your

existing space, the kitchen kind of

lays itself out,” he says.

Maximizing

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You can make the most of your

space with smart planning. Again,

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options that fi t in tight corner spaces

to open up the least accessible parts

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high to 36-inch-high wall cabinets

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says Debra Bobo, of CSI Kitchen &

Bath Studio (www.csikitchenandbath.

com) in Atlanta.

Interior storage accessories often

provide the biggest upgrade

opportunities. Existing cabinets

may be modifi ed to function better

with fewer doors and various insert

options. “The right cabinet can

utilize space better both inside and

out, offering better storage solutions

and a better use of fl oor space,” says

Joshua Johnson, of J. Aaron LLC (www.

jaaronwoodcountertops.com).

Just remember, even a large kitchen

must be planned carefully to

maximize usable space. “It may

not be obvious, but even a large

kitchen can end up short on storage

if not planned correctly,” says Mark

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should plan out their storage in

both the upper and lower cabinets

ahead of time and discuss options for

increased storage and functionality.”

Making it

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Besides defi ning the architecture of

the kitchen, cabinets and countertops

also establish the style. “Next to

the shape of the kitchen itself, the

choice of cabinets and countertops

is the basis for the whole design,”

says Bobo. “They convey mood

and style. If one is looking for a

contemporary look, then a choice

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perhaps topped with cast-concrete

countertops would convey that

image. However, a choice of raised-

panel cabinets in a painted and

glazed fi nish, inset construction

and a fi gured granite could be

the foundation for a traditional

approach.”

Design choices also can help solve

challenges such as a lack of space.

“Cabinets for a smaller kitchen

should be functional all the way

around... Your colors should be lighter

and brighter to give the room a sense

of openness and clarity,” Costa says.

Lighting accessories can make a

style statement as well as set moods

and illuminate task areas, while

a new color, new fi xtures or new

decorative hardware can provide fast,

fun and easy changes. Counters can

be salvaged with a color-enhancing

sealer, and cabinet boxes can receive

a fast facelift via lacquer or simply by

replacing doors or drawers.

As always, new design trends are

emerging. Today, the emphasis is

on open-plan kitchens that connect

well to the rest of the home. Eco-

conscious homeowners can take

advantage of products like recyclable

and VOC-free countertops made with

a blend of post-consumer glass.

Whatever is changed or added,

homeowners should invest in quality.

Cabinets and countertops take up

so much space that an oversight

here can dramatically drop resale

value. “Natural stone still outsells

everything else,” Johnson says.

“Designers now have to fi nd new

materials [to] offer a different look.

Glass, wood, concrete and cast-metal

tops are all growing because of this.

If not the entire kitchen, they are

rapidly taking over surfaces like the

island top or raised bar tops.”

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First impressions are important, especially when it comes to your home. A house with an unkempt

yard, peeling paint and sagging gutters doesn’t look nearly as appealing as one with a well-maintained

exterior. Whether you plan to sell your home or live in it for years to come, sprucing up the outside will

make coming inside more inviting.

“This is your residence, where you spend most of your life. It’s part of you, so you want it to look as good as you,”

says Avi Moyal, owner of Atlanta Curb Appeal (www.atlantacurbappeal.com).

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Where to startTo transform your exterior from drab to fab, begin with an

honest assessment of what your home looks like from the

street. Survey every angle visible to passersby, and take note

of areas that scream for improvements.

When creating a budget, determine your objective: Do

you want to give the façade a mini-facelift or an extreme

makeover? Are you creating curb appeal to attract

homebuyers or to make your home more welcoming to

family and friends? If you’re planning to sell, ask an expert if

the enhancements will add to the value of your property. At

a time when home values are down and there are so many

foreclosures on the market, make sure you can recoup some

of the costs of the improvements in your selling price.

Ideas for improvementYou can make your home more attractive by doing

something as simple as installing outdoor lighting, putting

in a new walkway or garden, incorporating natural stone in

the exterior, building a new front porch or replacing garage

doors.

“People think this kind of project takes thousands of dollars,

and it does not,” says Moyal. “You can pick one thing that’s

inexpensive and make it look really nice, or you can work on

a plan and implement it in three stages.”

A major facelift that involves architectural changes to a

house can cost around $5,000 to $30,000 depending on the

project, according to Heather Shuster, project development

director for Renewal Design-Build (www.renewaldesignbuild.

com), an Atlanta remodeling company.

“One of the most important things with curb appeal is to

have a defi ned entrance,” she says. “You want to give folks

who pull up in a car or walk by a really good sense of where

to enter.”

To give the entrance a strong focal point, Shuster

recommends adding a path, a porch or an awning over the

front door. She also suggests adding molding at the front

door, windows and roofl ine to give the exterior a sense of

balance that is attractive from the street.

Don’t forget to consider art when adding curb appeal, says

Moyal, who also happens to be an artist. Any detail you can

add to your home, whether it is an abstract sculpture on the

lawn, an artsy mailbox or unique street numbers will make a

home stand out among the rest.

In addition to upgrading or improving the exterior of

the home, don’t forget the importance of a beautifully

landscaped lawn and garden. Lawns take a beating during

the hot summer months and often need additional nutrients

in the fall. Proper landscape maintenance can help turn

damaged, patchy grass plush again.

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Five more things you can do to increase your home’s curb

appeal:

1. Remove weeds from planter beds and add new mulch

and borders.

2. Repaint the house or key areas of the exterior such as

the front door, siding, shutters and trim.

3. Repair porch railings to eliminate sagging or replace a

wooden porch with brick or stone.

4. Repair cracks in the driveway and widen it with

pavers. Stain the concrete in a shade that accents the

color of the home.

5. Replace a damaged roof with a new one with

architectural shingles. The shingles come in a variety

of textures, patterns and colors. Also consider

replacing old gutters and downspouts and paint them

to match the house.

Resources for more inspirationFor more ideas on how to boost your home’s “wow”

factor, check out www.houzz.com, a website that

specializes in home design, décor and remodeling ideas.

For jaw-dropping home exteriors, enter “curb appeal”

in the site’s search engine to access more than 4,000

photos, fi nd local architects, designers and remodeling

professionals and engage in discussions with other

homeowners. The free website also enables users to

upload photos of their own homes to get ideas from

other members and create an ideabook to take to a

contractor.

Homeowners also can get ideas from online visualizers

by product manufacturers such as Ply Gem, James Hardie

and Sherwin-Williams. These online design tools are

loaded with digital renderings of a variety of home styles

that you can dress up with windows, siding, paint and

more. In many cases, you can upload a photo of your own

home to work with and generate a product list customized

with your selections to print out or e-mail to a contractor.

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path for curb appeal—with materials such as brick soldier,

asphalt and painted or stained concrete.

• Lawns are out. Try a cool

xeriscape instead, with hearty

decomposed granite boulders

and pebbles. It still looks lush

but is better for the environment

and much easier to maintain.

• Garage doors make a big

difference without a huge

investment. Due to advances in

manufacturing, today’s garage

doors are less expensive and

more high-end looking.

—John Gidding, star of HGTV’s

“Curb Appeal: The Block”

Get more curb appeal tips from

John Gidding Friday, Sept. 21,

2012, at the Fall Atlanta Home

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Visit www.atlantahomeshow.com

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Important remindersAs with any home improvement

project, be sure to do your due

diligence before hiring a contractor

to do the work. When meeting

with potential contractors, ask for

references from customers whose

projects were similar to yours or ask

friends and neighbors for referrals.

Make sure you have a mutual

understanding about how long

the project will take and what will

happen in the event of delays.

Be sure to check with your local

government about any permits

that will be required before the

work starts. If your project requires

tree removal, city approval might

be needed before they can be

cut down. All these steps—from

concept to completion—add up to

a good fi rst impression that will

attract both houseguests and future

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Hot daytime temperatures are the norm in Atlanta during September, but by mid-month, cooler evenings roll in. Weed

prevention, reseeding fescue lawns and tending to long-lasting perennials

and summer annuals will keep you busy this month!

Garden Maintenance

➤ Prevent winter lawn weeds by applying a pre-emergent weed

preventer now—safe for all lawn types, but note that if you are

reseeding a fescue lawn now, don’t apply the weed killer.

➤ Fertilize fescue lawns in mid-September. Use a starter fertilizer if you

have just planted seed. Otherwise, use a fertilizer recommended for

established fescue lawns.

➤ Fertilize Bermuda lawns with a winterizer fertilizer in late September.

All other warm-season grasses should not be fertilized until next

May. To prevent winter weeds (such as chickweed and henbit), apply a

pre-emergent weed preventer between September 15 and October 1.

Do not use a pre-emergent if you plan to reseed fescue this month.

➤ Cut back annuals and fall-blooming perennials now for continued

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Contact your county

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blooms. Deadhead late-summer-blooming

perennials such as Echinacea and Rudbeckia.

➤ Collect fl ower seeds from your garden to save for

spring planting.

➤ You can divide hosta, daylilies and iris this month.

➤ Did you move houseplants outdoors so that they

could enjoy the summer weather? They’re safe

outside until evening temperatures reach the mid-

50s. Before moving inside, inspect them for insects,

and treat with appropriate insecticides—wait two

weeks after spraying to bring indoors.

➤ As temperatures drop, your landscape needs less

water. Adjust your watering schedule based on

rainfall. Make sure that newly seeded lawns receive

enough water so that the soil remains damp.

➤ Hold off on pruning until cooler weather arrives.

You can remove dead limbs from trees and woody

ornamentals.

➤ Be sure to remove fallen leaves from your newly

seeded fescue lawn. Lightly rake them off or use a

leaf blower to gently push them aside.

What To Plant

➤ Fescue seed can be planted from mid-September

through mid-October. Before planting fescue, use a

non-selective herbicide, such as Round-Up or Finale,

to kill weeds in established fescue lawns. You will

be able to plant the seed within seven to 10 days.

➤ Plant, move and revitalize perennial fl owers in late

September through November. Soil sample. Till

beds, adding organic matter, lime and fertilizer.

Plant perennials no deeper than they originally

grew. Mulch with two to three inches of pine straw,

pine bark or other mulch. Water well after planting.

Water perennials with three-quarter inches of

water whenever the soil gets dry.

➤ Plant peonies, poppies and bearded iris now for

springtime fl owers.

Mary Kay Woodworth is executive

director of the Georgia Urban

Agriculture Council (UAC). She

previously ran Practically Gardening,

a landscape consulting fi rm, and was

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DeKalb County Cooperative Extension

Service. Mary Kay is a frequent speaker

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While giving a once-over to a prospective new home, the wife associated with the possible

purchase was confused by the plastic drain tubes connected

to the downspouts. It wasn’t that she misunderstood

their purpose or that she didn’t recognize that some of

them needed to be better fi tted to the downspouts. She

was astounded that the lines did not go to some sort of

collection point. “I’m from Sweden,” she said, “and we

always have some sort of storage for rainwater.” Her remark

was especially on target given the current rain defi cit and

the extensive and costly landscaping surrounding the home.

From the old rain barrel to underground storage systems,

supplemental water can be captured at a surprisingly

affordable rate.

Keeping it simple, we’ll start with the plastic rain barrel.

Fifty- or 60-gallon plastic rain barrels are on the market for

$200 or less. They might not add to your curb appeal when

installed at the front of the home, but discreetly located at

the back and screened with lattice or shrubbery, they are

unobtrusive. Be sure to evaluate the roof surface drained

and connect to downspouts providing the greatest volume

of rainwater. With a tap at the base of the barrel, gravity

provides the water pressure. A simple process, but the fl ow

is limited by the depth of water in the barrel. Much larger

above-ground tanks are available; the Clarkston Community

Garden installed one holding over 500 gallons. While the

tank was kept full by the rain collected from the roof of the

snack bar/rest room/ storage building, the massive container

was, at the very least, obvious.

Below-ground storage containers are more complicated but

allow collection from the whole roof system, are practically

invisible and can be fi tted with submersible pump systems

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Going green during a remodel is easier that you think, and it also can be inexpensive. The National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) suggests keeping the three “R”s—reduce, reuse, recycle—in mind. It will help you make greener decisions during a remodeling process.

ReduceReducing consumption can mean buying less of things you don’t need, whether clothes, food, cars or homes altogether. There are also proven ways to reduce your energy consumption that don’t require buying new systems (see the sidebar “Simple Ways To Conserve Energy”).

ReuseReuse can refer to something as simple as keeping your original kitchen cabinets, furniture or fl oors and simply having them resurfaced for a new look. Another way to reuse products is to scout local salvage yards to fi nd items for your home, like antique bathtubs or sinks.RecycleRecycling is sometimes a more convenient way to remodel. If you replace your cabinets, consider using them in another area of the home, such as the garage or basement. If you must buy new, try to use a product made with recycled glass or plastic. Today, many companies creatively combine recycled materials into their products, and they are not necessarily more expensive.

About the author: Morgan Zenner is the marketing and communications coordinator for the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI). Visit www.nari.org for more remodeling tips.

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With so many options out there, how do you sift through and fi nd the decorating style that is right for you? It is not surprising that many people feel overwhelmed by the endless choices currently available. With these rules you will be well on your way to a stylish home that remains timeless yet always looks fresh.

Celebrate you

Your home should be a refl ection of you, not your designer or your mother or your next-door neighbor. Think about the things that you love and want to surround yourself with. Turn travel souvenirs into an artful collection or have your children’s art professionally framed. Let your personality shine so it is clear to guests who visit your home; celebrate you.

Decorate in layers

The quickest way to date your space is to purchase a matching set of furniture. The trick is to decorate in layers, picking your big pieces—a quality sofa or rug that will stand the test of time—fi rst. Layer in smaller pieces—chairs and occasional tables—followed by lighting, textiles and accessories. Let these layers develop over time. Find pieces you absolutely love and incorporate different colors and textures. If you already own a matching set of furniture, you can break the set up into different rooms or trade with a friend.

Don’t over-decorate

Decorating is about balance. Every corner need not be fi lled or each blank wall covered. A room will be over-decorated if all colors are matched perfectly or if you have tchotchkes covering every surface. Eliminate over-decorating by reserving white space, avoiding clutter and refraining from being too matchy-matchy.

Mix old with new

A sense of history is important in design, as it helps ground your space. It is equally as important to keep the design current. So mix the old with the new, such as us-ing a fun patterned fabric on your grandmother’s chairs or pairing an 18th century table with a modern light fi xture.

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An interior designer can help focus your interests and inspirations into a design plan that is right for you, your family and your home. With a range of services offered, it’s never been easier to fi nd the right designer for your home. Keep these rules close at hand when speaking to an interior designer about your vision for your space.

Get started

Go through your home and get rid of anything dated. Make a shopping list of things that need replaced—starting with large pieces fi rst. Also think about reusing or repurposing existing pieces that are no longer working as is. Could a lamp be repainted and moved into a bedroom? Would a marble top on your coffee table update it?

Shopping trick

When shopping for your home, ask yourself the following about each item you are considering purchasing: Is it timeless, and if not, is it inexpensive enough to replace in a few years? This should keep your purchases on track with the new rules of decorating.

The bottom line

The new rules of decorating are about mixing layers, styles, textures, colors and eras to create a space that is uniquely you.

About the author

Capella Kincheloe is a residential interior designer based in Arizona, formerly of Atlanta, with clients nationwide. Visit www.capellakincheloe.com for more information.

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The Road Most Traveled New trends in driveways and walkways BY SALLY DEERING

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Driveways and walkways are the home’s welcome wagon, and how they look can say a lot about the homeowner. Trends have turned away from basic concrete or asphalt towards more stylish hardscapes featuring tiles, fl agstones and pavers to inspire an aesthetically pleasing welcome as both guests and homeowners themselves arrive.

Driveways can be simple or decorative; they can make a subtle statement or dramatic splash. Generally, a driveway’s design should complement the home’s architecture and the homeowner’s lifestyle. For instance, families with children may want pavers or asphalt to set up a basketball hoop or an area where small children can use riding toys. Empty nesters may lean toward a high-end cobblestone driveway to improve the home’s appearance and resale value.

The material worldMaterials used for driveways include concrete, brick, cobblestone and fl agstone, although most of us think of concrete slabs or asphalt when we conjure up the image of driveways. Durable and priced low, these driveway materials can be accented by a border of fl agstone, brick or cobblestone, adding beauty and charm without breaking the bank.

Pavers are extremely popular and a big trend in driveways, The key benefi ts of pavers for driveways are aesthetics, strength, fl exibility and durability. Pavers are four times stronger than concrete-slab applications and are 10 times stronger than asphalt. The cracking and wear and tear that you normally see on asphalt and concrete-slab driveways will be a thing of the past when upgrading to pavers. Pavers also resist liquid better than concrete or asphalt, which all but eliminates the presence of ugly oil stains on your driveway.

Curvacious creationsTrending now in concrete is a lot of curves, borders and fun details. Turn a drab square concrete slab into a sleek, curvy patio, complete with a stone-veneer wall. You can also create a brick walkway with sleek curves.

When planning a driveway or walkway renovation, keep in mind that your driveway and walkway are extensions of your home and lifestyle. For the best results, take a walk around your property and share your ideas with a hardscape professional.

retaining walls

Because level lots can be diffi cult to come

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walls, which can help create usable space.

They are used as both functional and

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and you can get creative with retaining

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seating, a fi replace or even a water

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tall and stand on the edge of the patio

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job.

impervious-surface restrictions

A problem that homeowners in some

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by hard surfaces or structures where

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THE FINISHING TOUCH P. 28-32 Altogether Home, (866) 402-HOME, www.altogetherhome.com. Ballard Designs, (800) 536-7551, www.ballarddesigns.com. Circa Lighting, (877) 762-2323, www.circalighting.com. Crate and Barrel, (800) 967-6696, www.crateandbarrel.com. DRS and Associates, (818) 981-8210, www.drsandassociates.com. IKEA Atlanta, 441 16th Street, Atlanta, GA 30363, (404) 745-4532, www.

ikea.com/us. Illuminations, 597 Cooledge Ave., Atlanta, GA 30306, (404) 876-1064, www.illumco.com. KMH Interiors, 1440 Dutch Valley Place, Suite 740, Atlanta, GA 30324, (678) 705-7580, www.kmhinteriors.net. The Lighting Loft, 593-B Edgewood Ave. SE, Atlanta, GA 30312, (404) 522-2074, www.lightingloft.com. Masterpiece Lighting, 774 Forrest Street NW, Atlanta, GA 30318, (404) 355-6803, www.masterpiecelighting.com. Sea Gull Lighting, (800) 347-5483, www.seagulllighting.com.

PERFECT PAIRS P. 52-65 Artisan Group, (512) 263-7625, www.artisan-collection. CSI Kitchen & Bath Studio, 6527 Jimmy Carter Blvd., C-2, Norcross, GA 30071, (770) 729-1999, www.csikitchenandbath.com. Cosentino, www.cosentino-group.net. CSI Kitchen & Bath Studio, 6527 Jimmy Carter Boulevard, Norcross, GA 30071, (770) 729-1999, www.csikitchenandbath.com. Diversifi ed Cabinet Distributors, 5250

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INVITING EXTERIORS P. 68-72 Atlanta Curb Appeal, (770) 778-1172, www.atlantacurbappeal.com. CertainTeed Corporation, (800) 782-8777, www.certainteed.com. Houzz.com, www.houzz.com. John Gidding Design Inc., 925 Garrett Street #212, Atlanta, GA 30312, www.johngidding.com. Mailbox YES!, (770) 535-0036, www.mailboxyes.com. Miller Landscape, 1630 Barnes Road, Woodstock, GA 30188, (770) 591-

5234, www.millerlandscape.net. North Georgia Brick Company, Inc., 2405 Oak Street West, Cumming, GA 30041, (770) 886-6555, www.northgeorgiabrick.com. Renewal Design-Build, 124 S. Columbia Drive, Decatur, GA 30030, (404) 586-4569, www.renewaldesignbuild.com.

Expert Q&A

A:

What kinds of

improvements

can be done to a

kitchen on a $4,000

budget?

There are a

number of things

that can be done

depending on the

scope and size of

the kitchen. Here

are some features

that could each

be done on a

budget of $4,000:

new granite

countertops and a

tiled backsplash;

cabinet refinishing

or refacing;

new lighting

and backsplash

with new paint;

adding an island

to the kitchen;

and updating

appliances.”

—Wade

Bowman,

Plantation

Renovation

(www.

plantation

renovation.

com)

Q:

homefrontExpert Tips, News and Happenings from Atlanta’sHome Improvement Community COMPILED BY KALI MALLARD

HGTV Stars John Gidding and Vern Yip Headline Fall Atlanta Home Show

Visitors to the Fall Atlanta Home Show will have the chance to meet and get advice from design experts and HGTV stars John Giddingand Vern Yip. Gidding, from HGTV’s “Curb Appeal: The Block” and “Designed to Sell”, will present behind-the-scenes secrets and tips for adding curb appeal Friday, Sept. 21, at noon and 2 p.m. Plus, one person will win the opportunity to have brunch with Gidding. Enter at www.atlantahomeshow.com. On Saturday, Sept. 22, at 1 and 3 p.m.Vern Yip, from HGTV’s “Design Star” and “Design Star All Stars”, will discuss affordable design trends for the home. For more on John Gidding, Vern Yip and the home show, turn to p. XX.

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Show House To Benefit Marietta/Cobb Museum of ArtLocal interior designers and artists have joined forces to create the Second Annual Art & Design Show Houseas a fundraiser for the Marietta/Cobb Museum of Art. The show house, which

will be open for tours Sept. 14-29, is located in The Park at Anderson Farms neighborhood in Marietta. Designed by Caldwell-Cline, the traditional-style 5,500 square-foot home includes three levels and 21-rooms and was recommended to the location committee by Johnny Sinclair, an agent with Harry Norman, Realtors. To make the home a true show piece, David Sinclair, of Sinclair Custom Homes, is helping the design team with high-end upgrades. Plus, visitors can shop for a variety of handmade items from local artists on the terrace level of the home. Tickets are $15 plus tax online and $20 plus tax at the door. For more information, see the event listing in our “What’s Happening This Month” section or visit www.artanddesignshowhouse.com.

Photos courtesy of (left to right) John Gidding, HGTV;Vern Yip, SEMCO Productions

Photo courtesy of Marietta/Cobb Museum of Art



Surface, color, material, finish, layout, design, hardware, size,

style… Let’s face it, choosing cabinets and countertops can

take a design from dream to nightmare if you get lost in the

details. “The right cabinets and countertops can complement

your kitchen by finalizing your design and helping you get

the look you were going for,” says Becky Costa, of Stonecrafters USA Inc.

(www.stonecraftersusa.com) in Marietta. You don’t need to break the

budget, but if you’re remodeling to sell (whether right away or in the

foreseeable future), remember the old adage: Kitchens sell houses.

Loving your layout Every kitchen layout, from classic L-shape to modern double-island,

defines and highlights the space. Most are based around the “work

triangle,” in which the sink, stove and fridge are positioned in the form

of a triangle, to eliminate extra footsteps. The U-shape kitchen often

includes a center island for prep work flanked by cleaning, cooking

and storage areas. A two-wall, or galley, layout is a good option in tight

spaces but creates separation and often makes entertaining difficult.

The past several decades have seen a creative movement beyond

classic layouts. A peninsula kitchen adds a dogleg to the standard L-

shape layout and creates a small seating area, while a zone layout

offers separated wash, prep and eating areas. Double islands, in which

one island often includes a sink for prep and serving and the other is

reserved for eating, are increasingly popular and can be added to several

types of layouts. Photo courtesy of Cosentino

pairsHow to choose cabinets

and countertopsBY ZACH BALIVA AND LAURA JUDY

24 ATLANTA HOME IMPROVEMENT SEPTEMBER 2012 www.atlantahomeimprovement.com www.atlantahomeimprovement.com ATLANTA HOME IMPROVEMENT SEPTEMBER 2012 25

Interior lighting is one of the home’s most basic needs,

but today’s popular fixtures are anything but basic.

Designers commonly refer to lighting as the “jewelry” of a

space—the finishing touch that dazzles and delights. Your

home is filled with special decorative pieces, and lighting

should be no exception. Now more than ever, homeowners

are turning to light fixtures to showcase their personal style.

Clueless about how to creatively incorporate lighting into your

home? Local industry experts and designers have come to the

rescue. With these tips, you’ll never be left in the dark.

Start with finish The finish on a light fixture is key in a well-crafted piece and a

way to showcase personal style. Some finishes can look dated or

stand out for the wrong reasons. One of today’s biggest trends

is flat, matte finishes such as rubbed bronze and toned-down

metallics. Wrought iron is a timeless and versatile finish in

keeping with the matte trend. Wood adds a natural flair and

stands out in untreated or salvaged forms. For an especially

rustic look, wire shades are playful and edgy. Glass and crystal

remain popular materials, says Yaacov Golan, of The Lighting

Loft (www.lightingloft.com).

Make lighting part of your decorBy Carla Schwartz

The Finishing

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Pages and pages of amazing transformations p. 21

The HGTV star talks about

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to meet him at the Home Show


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See our fabulous outdoor living space Makeover of the Month p.

®

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Pairing the perfectcabinets andcountertops p. 52

The Finishing TouchExpress yourself with statement light fixtures p. 28Inviting Exterior

Create traffic-stopping curb appeal p. 68


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3/7/12 5:56:11 PMFirst impressions are important, especially when it comes to your home. A house with an unkempt

yard, peeling paint and sagging gutters doesn’t look nearly as appealing as one with a well-maintained

exterior. Whether you plan to sell your home or live in it for years to come, sprucing up the outside will

make coming inside more inviting.

“This is your residence, where you spend most of your life. It’s part of you, so you want it to look as good as you,”

says Avi Moyal, owner of Atlanta Curb Appeal (www.atlantacurbappeal.com).

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Atlanta Home Improvement 0912

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