Home + Design

Indoor-Outdoor Living with HammerSmith

Timeless trends in springtime design for a home everyone wants to visit. Article by Natalie Fox | Photography by John Wachs With spring around the corner, indoor-outdoor living is top of mind for many Decatur residents. Sunshine is calling, and one of the best ways to enjoy the bounty of our backyards is by blurring the lines between the interior and exterior. There are many ways to accomplish this blending holistically: utilizing the same stone flooring in your living room and on your patio...

Arts + Culture

Streamline Moderne, Writ Pink

The renovation of the Historic Blair Building in Downtown Decatur is concluding. Article by Ashley McClure | Photography by Drew Perlmutter The whimsical musings of the Art Deco style, and its sleeker denomination of Streamline Moderne, are visible only in limited doses throughout the area. That’s one reason why the Blair Building, constructed on Church Street in 1939 at the height of the movement, is so noticeable. The other reason is its optimistically bright pink exterior, which provides a...

Home + Design

Interior That Tell a Story

A peek inside interior design firm, The Georgian Goose. Article by Cortney Wilbanks | Photography by Angie Webb Photography In the heart of Decatur, The Georgian Goose is helping locals design and craft homes that tell stories.  Trish, the brand visionary, combined her love for her late grandmother, Gigi, and her beloved French Bulldog, Goose, who tends to believe he is the king of England. She also drew from the beauty of the state where the company was founded. These influences inspired...

Home + Design

Catching Up with Wachs Woodcraft

Custom Pieces Made Locally Article by Sable Massingill Martinez | Photography by Jonathan Wade Originally from Alabama, John Wachs now calls Decatur home; that includes his Avondale Estates workshop, where he creates beautiful custom wooden pieces.  Growing up, he was always building and working on DIY projects with his father and brother. As he trickled out of his work in the film industry, he decided to take furniture making seriously and launched Wachs Woodcraft three years ago.  “It was...

Wellness

Businesses We Love

Article by Natalie Fox Bleu Hanger provides personal styling with a dose of encouragement for an uplifting shopping experience. Meldora Milon was experiencing a tough season of life when she decided to open Bleu Hanger. She needed an outlet and quickly realized that on her worst days, she loved to visit boutiques and look at the gorgeous clothes. A hairstylist and salon owner for over twenty years, Mel had a natural knack for uplifting words and the personal touch that now defines her...

Arts + Culture

A Positive Legacy

How seventy-seven acres of historical land are strengthening the Decatur community through environmental preservation, recreation programs, and honoring the arts. Article by Natalie Fox | Photography by Jenn Allen Decatur Legacy Park grew out of the needs of the city. Previously a home for children who could not be safe with their families, the 77-acre land retains many historic buildings, including an awe-inspiring chapel, an orchard, a community garden, a lake, and wide-ranging trails. This...

Arts + Culture

Beyond the Paint Brush

How Paint Love fosters healing through art. Article by Cortney Wilbanks | Photography by Elle Wood Photography, LLC Tucked in the cozy neighborhood of Decatur, local nonprofit Paint Love uses art, movement, and breath to help individuals improve their mental well-being. We sat down with Executive Director Laura Shaw to understand more about Paint Love’s mission. What does Paint Love bring to the Decatur community?  We provide art programs for kids while prioritizing children who face...

Food + Beverage

Romantic Decatur Restaurants

Celebrate Valentine’s Day All Month Long at these Quintessential Date Night Spots in Decatur Article by Sable Massingill Martinez Regardless of who you might be celebrating Valentine’s Day or weekend with this month, there is no shortage of cozy, inviting, and delicious restaurants to spend the season of love here in Decatur. Our city offers creative date night options for all, from Italian classics to steak and seafood to Spanish tapas. Not only is the cuisine itself delicious and varied...

Fitness

Life Behind the Barre

Questions Answered from Decatur's Barre Experts Article by Pure Barre Decatur Barre provides a unique workout that engages the whole body! What is Pure Barre and how is it similar or different from other workouts? Pure Barre is a full-body workout that transforms you physically and mentally. Our musically driven group classes focus on low-impact, high-intensity movements that strengthen and tone your body in 50 minutes or less. Beyond the workout, we offer a supportive, inclusive and...

Fitness

Move with Clarity

Come home to your body and find fitness liberation in an inclusive, intentional environment. Article by Natalie Fox | Photography by Jonathan Wade Clarity Fitness is not your average gym; it is a sanctuary from societal body pressures dedicated to making movement fun again. Here, working out is not about aesthetics or a number on the scale. In fact, there is a massive wall display of smashed scales at the entry of their luxurious locker rooms, an impactful reminder of where true health is...