This year the Southeastern Showhouse is located on 6 private, wooded acres in Buckhead, and is considered one of the “most sought-after in Buckhead.” Bestowed with the name Villa Flora this 11,000 square foot residence was originally designed for the late Charlie Ackerman, a prominent real estate and security industry figure described as “an iconic Atlanta civic leader.”

Designer/ McKinnon & Harris-Photographer/ David Christensen

With a distinctive upscale Southern California vibe, Villa Flora may be as close to Southern Californa as you can get without hopping on a plane. And if you enjoy the greater outdoors you can take a walk through the wooded paradise punctuated by original sculptures, or escape the steamy southern heat by relaxing in an outdoor oasis complete with a pool and spa (with a tall cool glass of your favorite beverage).

Villa Flora was renovated in 2020 by developer Benecki Homes, SOURCE, Linda MacArthur Architect, Cole Construction, with 15 of the Southeast’s top interior designers transforming the interior of “this inspiring, light-filled residence” in painstaking detail. This one of a kind retreat is open Thursday-Sunday through June 28th and for more information you can visit here

If you can’t make this year’s Showhouse just scroll on to see photos of this incredible estate!

Designer/ Boxwoods-Photographer/ David Christensen

Designers/ Caracole & Topography Home/ Photographer-David Christensen

Designer/ Josh Pickering-Photographer/ David Christensen

Designer/ Tara Dennis-Photographer/ David Christensen

Designer/ Cydney Mitchell & Brittany Stafford-Photographer/ David Christensen

Designers/ Cydney Mitchell & Brittany Stafford-Photographer/ David Christensen

Designers/ Cydney Mitchell & Brittany Stafford-Photographer/ David Christensen

Designer/ Amy Morris-Photographer/ David Christensen

Designer/ Brittany Cason Johnston-Photographer/ David Christensen

Designer/ Jared Hughes- Photographer/ David Christensen

Designer/ Melanie Turner-Photographer/ David Christensen

Designer/ Robert Brown-Photography/ David Christensen

Designer/ Wolf Design Group-Photographer/ David Christensen

Designers/ Niki Papadopoulos & Mark Williams-Photographer/ David Christensen

Designer/ Land Plus-Photographer/ David Christensen

Designer/ Design Atelier-Photographer/ David Christensen

For more information on the Southeastern Showhouse including hours of operation and tickets visit here

All photography by David Christensen provided with permission of Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles.

The post The Jaw-Dropping Southeastern Showhouse Spotlights 15 Designers From Across The Region appeared first on The Ace of Space.

Designers have long considered wallpaper a game-changer for its endless versatility whether you are papering an entire room or just an accent wall. One of the most memorable (and our favorite) wallcoverings are wallpaper murals. With varying designs from tropical jungle styles to mellow meadow scenes, murals provide a sense of luxury and serenity in a variety of rooms. And because of the amount of detail that goes into each piece of art new elements are seemingly are unveiled each time you look at it.

Wall murals are a memorable way to express your individual style.

One company that has captured our attention is Amsterdam-based interior design studio, Sir Edward. Founded by Clare Oei and Hans Erik Wagenaar in 2018 the company was started after the talented duo created several wallpaper murals for their own home and not surprisingly other people began requesting it. Their style of stunning antique landscapes has been heavily influenced by the wall paintings commonly found in old castles, colonial mansions, and canal houses. Striking details from old paintings and drawings are used as inspiration to create imaginary worlds from tropical jungles to mellow meadow scenes.

The murals created by Sir Edward are undeniably captivating and adventurous and below we are sharing just a few of our favorites.

Ocean Wonders

Leopard Landscape

Hummingbirds Hedge

Botanical Beauty

Blue Wild Meadow

To see more murals by Sir Edward visit here

The post Nature Inspired Wallpaper Murals Fit for A Castle appeared first on The Ace of Space.

Upstate New York is considered one of the hottest real estate markets.

The region is also considered one of the hottest real estate markets as hundreds of New Yorkers flock to the country to escape the heat of summer while indulging in more refined pursuits such as polo matches, shooting clubs, and wine tastings at some of the best vineyards outside of Provence.

Look inside one of the most desirable properties in Millbrook, New York

One of our favorite pastimes on weekends is looking at some of the most sought after properties on the market from horse farms to charming cottages, and this one certainly caught our eye. So grab a tall cool glass of your favorite beverage, pull up a chair (preferably poolside), and join us on this virtual tour of one of the most desirable properties in Millbrook, New York, Grace Hill Farm.

This picturesque English style main house is set on 150 secluded acres with 6 ponds, stream, and miles of trails for walking and riding. Well maintained gardens guide you around the main house mixing with the natural landscape before merging with fenced paddocks, grand Prix field, and a recently built state-of-the-art equestrian facility which includes a 14-stall stable, an indoor arena and luxurious viewing room splendidly appointed to accommodate large gatherings.

The home features a swimming pool, pool house, guest cottage, state of the art equestrian center, and a recording studio.

The post Tour this Impressive One of A Kind Equestrian Estate appeared first on The Ace of Space.

The overall design intent was to establish a space that would accommodate the needs of the grandparents whose mobility is limited while allowing the family to maintain an active lifestyle. That meant deconstructing the galley kitchen to a more appropriate, open scale, raising the sunken living room to meet the kitchen floor for ease of use, adding more storage to aid in decluttering, and installing multiple overhead lights to brighten up the entire level. The open plan kitchen now overlooks an enlarged breakfast nook and emphasizes the dining room’s oversized-picture window.

The post This Multigenerational Home Beautifully Blends Modern and Traditional Styling appeared first on The Ace of Space.

One of our favorite accents in a landscape is a fire feature, they not only provide a beautiful visual but also create a warm, lighted place for us to share food, stories, music, and experiences. And if you are looking for truly unique fire features that will “dazzle the senses” then consider the fire sculptures at Fire Features (and they are stunning). Recently, I spoke with Elena Colombo founder of the design and build firm about her fire sculptures which “are often the defining element of a landscape accentuating a space while giving it a unique character.”

Photo courtesy Elena Colombo

Photo courtesy of Elena Colombo

Elena has turned what she calls her “healthy pyromania” into a booming business where she creates stunning fire, water, and wind features that adorn the landscapes of private homes, hotels, and resorts worldwide. Colombo is a classically trained sculptor and an architectural designer who works in bronze, steel, stone, concrete, and bone. Her designs extend architecture further into the landscape by creating forms that are at once ancient and modern, simple and elegant. Providing a way to satisfy our deep need to interact with the elements.

Reflecting on the inspiration behind “Fire Features” Eleana states “I am ever inspired by the elemental nature of fire and the primal need we have for it. Fire serves both our need for beauty and our instinct to gather around a warm lighted place; it is a destination wherever it burns. For nearly 700,000 years we have shared food, stories, and experiences around the fire; during the last hundred, we seem to have abandoned the hearth as the focus of the community. I would like to restore the hearth as a ceremonial place and as a point of convergence.” And without a doubt her designs reflect this goal.

Photo courtesy of Elena Colombo

Photo courtesy of Elena Colombo

Ahead, Elena shared some tips for designing an outdoor space that will draw people around for conversation, warmth, and happy memories!

• String lights and lanterns add festive flair and ambiance to an outdoor space while creating a warm and cozy environment long after the sunsets.
• Invest in comfortable seating that weathers the outdoors. No Adirondack chairs of any kind! There are many outdoor seating options available, create a space that is unique and inviting. Invest in quality pieces for the long term.
• Bench seating is great for kids and smores around the fire. Add cushions in outdoor fabric for added comfort.
• Make sure your outdoor area is as near as possible to the house so you can access food, drinks, and the powder room.
• Plan for low light path lights to avoid trip hazards.
• Include a fire feature.

Photo courtesy of Elena Colombo

Photographer/ Aaron Leimkuehler-Courtesy of Elena Colombo

Photo/ Courtesy of Elena Colombo

For more of Elena Colombo’s stunning fire features you can visit her website here.

The post A Must Have Accent For Your Landscape appeared first on The Ace of Space.

However, on the outskirts of town lies the historic district, and if you are into historic preservation it’s worth getting in your car for a little sight-seeing. As you drive down treelined streets through idyllic neighborhoods you will see stunning homes with colonial, craftsman, and revival influences.

The 2019 Junior League of High Point Showhouse was located in the historic Dalton Bell Cameron House.

Located in one High Point’s historic homes was the 2019 Junior League of High Point Showhouse. The Dalton-Bell-Cameron house was one of the first examples of the Craftsman style in High Point. Built-in 1913, the home survived several fires and a scheduled demolition, and fortunately with the creative vision of 21 talented designers the home was rebuilt and painstakingly preserved for future generations.

The home was a virtual Pinterest board full of ideas and inspiration.

And last years Showhouse was certainly worth the drive, a virtual Pinterest board full of inspiration layered with eye-catching textiles and one of a kind finishes. An homage to the art deco and arts and crafts designs motifs and colorways. Each of the beautifully finished rooms reflective of the individual designer’s creativity and talent, from the modern-day “Dining Study” designed by Scot Meacham Woods to the classic charm of the young lady’s retreat by Kristen McCory.

The bedroom retreat was a masterful mix of accented neutrals.

One of my favorite spaces, and there were many, was the bedroom retreat. McCory masterfully layered a”calming palette of accented neutrals” from the custom wallpaper to the rich textiles. A nod to “vintage elegance,” it was a room I could imagine curling up in with a good book or getting ready for a high society soiree.

If you weren’t able to attend the showhouse, I’m sharing pictures of the stunning space, full of ideas and inspiration to help you create your own bedroom retreat!

Designer/ Kristen McCory-Photo/ Vicki Gladle Bolick

A masterful mix of neutrals anchors the space while providing a sense of serenity.

Designer/ Kristen McCory-Photo/ Vicki Gladle Bolick

Custom drapery frames the window providing the perfect backdrop for a vanity. It’s all about the mix in this retreat, modern furnishings are skillfully juxtaposed with vintage pieces.

Photo courtesy of Kristen McCory

The tabletop is layered with pieces that speak of faraway places…

Photo courtesy of Kristen McCory

A chair upholstered in rich velvet adds visual depth to this quiet corner…

Photo courtesy of Kristen McCory

A peek a boo lining and contrasting trim adds stylish detail to the custom drapery.

Photo courtesy of Kristen McCory

A collection of vintage objets d’art provides a sense of history…

Photo courtesy of Kristen McCory

The bedroom retreat is beautifully layered in all the details you would expect in a space designed for rest, relaxation or simply curling up with a good book…

I’ll be sharing more rooms from the showhouse soon so check back!

The post This Bedroom Retreat Puts A Spin on Classic Charm appeared first on The Ace of Space.

The concept of working from home has become the new normal and for many, the only option. And with that we are having to rethink our workspaces, some home offices are thoughtfully designed while others need to be recreated—particularly if you don’t have a permanent set-up, or you find yourself sharing space with others. So if you are going to be spending a lot of time in your home office, it’s important to have a beautiful, functional yet inspiring space to work in.

Ahead, Wade Weissmann, founder and principal of Wade Weissmann Architecture is sharing essential design tips on how to create the perfect home office.

Photography/ Alyssa Rosenheck

1. Integrate color into your workspace

 “Color!  This cannot be overstated.  Bringing color into your home is a great way to invite the outside in.  Color also has a lot to do with mood and with eliciting creativity.  Whether it is with paint or furniture, I highly recommend finding a way to integrate color into your workspace.”

Photography/David Bader

2. Play with texture.

 ” I love to use something such as wood in a home office.  It feels professional but it is not stuffy.  It is another way to bring the outdoors in.”

Photography/ David Bader

3. Find a room with a view.

“If your space happens to have a view, be sure to take advantage.  It’s easy to begin to feel isolated when working at home.  Having a view of the outside world provides that connection.  Additionally, nature provides a sense of calm.”

Photography/ David Bader

4. Incorporate unique elements.

“Incorporate unique elements, things that make it feel like your own space.  For example, a gallery wall.”

Photography/ David Bader

5. Hang art in your home office.

“Speaking of galleries, hanging art in your home office is another recommendation.  Since it’s your home office, you have the ability to pick pieces that really speak to you, which is an ability you may not have in a shared space.”

Photography/Alyssa Rosenheck

6. Light is an important part of your home office.

“A dark space is not the most conducive to creativity.  If you’re at an early enough stage with your home office, I would recommend having several windows installed.  If you’re at a later stage, I recommend adding fun lighting fixtures or lamps.  If you live in a cold climate, a fireplace can be a unique addition to your home office.  This will provide warmth, light and a peaceful atmosphere.”

Photography/ Alyssa Rosenheck

7. Include natural elements in a home office.

“I love to include natural elements in a home office.  Flowers, for example.  You can include elements that are more unique to your geographical location.  Perhaps you live in an area where pinecones are prevalent, and you can include these in your home office.  This is another way to be creative with your space.”

Photography/ David Bader

8. Create spaces that are flexible.

“Most traditional offices will have a single desk and a chair.  I like to add additional furniture in the home offices I design.  This can be a way to get a fresh perspective for yourself, sitting in a different spot in your office.  This can also be useful for encouraging creativity amongst your team.  Under normal circumstances, this is a great place to gather.  I believe in creating spaces that are flexible and that you would want to gather in even when not sitting at your desk or working.”

Photography/ David Bader

9. Incorporate items that provide inspiration.

Lastly, I think it’s nice to have items that provide inspiration.  If you’re into music, include a retro record-player and records in your office.  If you love to read, add books to your shelves that get your creative juices flowing.

Photography with permission of  Alyssa Rosenheck and David Bader.

For more information about Wade Weissmann visit his website here.

The post 9 Essential Design Tips For Creating the Perfect Home Office appeared first on The Ace of Space.

Whether it’s hand-loomed textiles or furniture hand-crafted by small companies operating out of a garage. There are so many dedicated creatives whose sole purpose is to make our homes feel uniquely ours.

Yet the world has changed over the past few months. We are facing uncertain times which is affecting so many businesses and livelihoods.

And we want to do our part, to support the design industry through a new Series on the blog “Spotlight on Art & Design.” The goal is simple-to to highlight businesses and bring awareness to those who make our world a beautiful place to live in. So whether you are looking to connect with a designer virtually, buy a new piece of artwork or are looking for a new wallpaper source, I hope you”ll check out their websites and follow them on Social Media.

Yates Desgyn

The work of Yates Desgyn speaks to a continual and careful balance between constraints, function, and aesthetics. Each project expands on a sense of human experience to unite beauty and purpose, emotion and environment, and people and space.

The resulting spaces exude a sense of warmth and light while maintaining a modern aesthetic that fits in the context of surrounding architecture. Both interior and exterior areas are thoughtfully functional and visually engaging in equal measure.

2101 Midway Road Suite 200 Carrollton, Texas 75006

www.yatesdesygn.com

956.367.2254

Debra Somerville

Debra was born in New York and raised on the shores of Long Island. She lived and worked in New York and Paris as a fashion model before becoming a photographer. She attended the prestigious ICP (International Center for Photography) where she developed her craft as a fine art photographer and later honed her skills in the field of journalism and commercial work.

After freelancing in New York, Debra moved to Connecticut and established a thriving commercial business for almost 20 years at her studio in Westport. Debra has recently relocated to Palm Beach City, Florida and opened her new studio and gallery in the Pineapple Grove Art District in downtown Delray Beach. Debra has enjoyed a successful career in commercial photography, shooting fashion, product, beauty as well as architecture and interiors.

Debra Somerville Photography

606 SE 4th St. Delray Beach, Florida 33483

Tel: 203-434-9499

debra.somerville@gmail.com

www.debrasomerville.com

Given Campbell

 www.givencampbell.com

Steven Favreau

Pure Design Inc.

Ami Mckay, the top Vancouver interior designer and creative director at PURE Design Inc., is known for setting design trends in Canada and the United States with her sustainable product design, contemporary interiors, and gorgeous, healthy spaces. She has been recognized as a top interior designer and a visionary entrepreneur for her work in building one of Vancouver’s top interior design firms.

Chatelaine Magazine calls Ami McKay one of “Canada’s Top Five Interior Designers” and Rue Magazine named her one of the “Top 5 Designers to Watch in 2016.” Ami is also the recipient of the Woman of Distinction award for her many years of success in business and spent two years as an interior designer and host of HGTV’s “Makeover Wish,” for which she was nominated for a Leo Award.

Pure Design Inc.

711 E. Hastings St.

Vancouver, BC Canada

Tel: 604-757-6631

https://purebyamimckay.com/

Mitzi Beach

website: mitzibeach.com

phone: 316-650-8610

AuthenTEAK

AuthenTEAK Outdoor Living is proud to provide their customers with industry-leading brands, design expertise and superior customer service and support. We offer a wide range of products that create beautiful and functional outdoor spaces to enjoy year-round. Whether you’re looking for a cozy retreat for family and friends or a grand outdoor space to entertain a crowd, they can help you select the furniture, accessories, grills, umbrellas and fabrics to bring your outdoor style to life.

alison@authenteak.com

www. authenTEAK.com

Tel: 470-698-2505

Patricia McLean Interiors, Inc.

Founded by Patricia McLean in 1985, Patricia McLean Interiors, Inc. is located in Atlanta in the heart of Buckhead. Considered a true, traditional designer, Patricia specializes in the customization of paint colors, finishes and fabrics and layering of antiques and accessories. Guiding clients architecturally through construction to ensure the “bones” are correct for furniture placement and flow is paramount to her design philosophy.

Patricia McLean Interiors has been highlighted in several books including Scalamandré Haute Décor, Luxurious Interiors,  Show Houses 3, Interiors Southeast and Spectacular Homes of Georgia, and in numerous magazines including Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles, Atlanta Magazine, Better Homes and Gardens, Southern Home, Southern Style, Southern Lady, Traditional Home, and Victoria. Patricia has also appeared on the television programs “Better Mornings” and “Good Day Atlanta.”

678.429.0006
www.mcleaninteriors.com

Laura Hildebrandt

Laura grew up in Annapolis, MD.   She has a BA from the College of Notre Dame of Maryland and attended Harvard University and the Interior Design Institute. Laura has always been passionate about interior design.   As a child, Laura frequently redecorated her house with her mom.  Laura honed her skills moving frequently to support her military spouse.  She was able to share her skills with other friends and neighbors while allowing the locale to influence the design.   Laura also drew on her love of travel to influence her design style. It is out of this passion for design that Laura started Interiors by LH in 2013. Interiors by LH has won Best of Houzz for Design in 2015, 2016 and 2017.  Laura also participated in the 2015 Home of Distinction in Potomac, MD. Laura has been featured in several design blogs and is a regular contributor to Home and Design magazine. Laura resides in Vienna, VA with her 3 children.

Laura Hildebrandt
Interiors by LH
571.334.6476
www.interiorsbylh.com

Ashley Finnemore

A Georgia Native, Finnemore studied Art History and French At Schiller International University in Strasbourg, FR and graduated with a Bachelors in Fine Art from the Art Institute of Atlanta focusing on Interior Design. She has returned to her hometown of Cartersville, with her husband, to raise two girls of her own. Making a conscious effort to slow down and be present has allowed her to see the world anew through the eyes of her children wide with wonder. “Rules and restrictions that have slowly accumulated are fading, and the goodness I once believed to be truth has returned,” says Finnemore.

Finnemore works primarily in paint and non-traditional materials. Returning to simplicity experienced through bare feet, loads of questions, and a reverence for goodness, her connection to the natural world is evident in her hones, uninhibited expression one may see in her abstract work, and in the focus of her Chiaroscuro pieces.

This piece was sold through Holland MacRae but is shown here on display in a space designed by Sean Anderson at Birmingham’s Antiques in the gardens.  titled “running in the shadows” because sometimes the shadows confine is more than the chains.

100 Cook Street No. 102

Cartersville, GA 30120

Tel: 1-770-547-8070

https://www.ashleyfinnemore.com

If you are in the Design Industry and would like to be featured send an email to Vicki@theaceofspaceblog.com

The post Spotlight On Art & Design appeared first on The Ace of Space.

Before the Kips Bay Decorator Show House Palm Beach made its debut in February, it was a breathtaking residence designed and owned by world-renowned antiques dealer and designer, Lars Bolander and his artist wife, Nadine Kalachnikoff. Built over a decade ago, the Plantation style home known as ‘Bamboo Hill’ was inspired by Dutch and African architecture. A tribute to openness and light.

The Plantation style home is a tribute to openness and light.

Nearly all the rooms in the 8751 square foot home open to the outdoors, a seamless integration between the inside and outdoor spaces. The interior was a thoughtfully layered homage to the couples travels, from one of a kind antiques to a curated art collection. Currently listed for sale, ‘Bamboo Hill’ is a beautifully narrated design story whose chapters are continuing to unfold.

A beautifully narrated design story.

Ahead, I’m sharing the stunning” befores” of the Kips Bay Decorator Show House Palm Beach, and here you can see the”afters.”

Designer/Lars Bolander-Photographer/ Thomas Loof

Nearly every room opens to the outdoors overlooking the lush landscape.

Designer/Lars Bolander-Photographer/ Thomas Loof

A Balinese style daybed with Indian textiles is tucked into a quiet corner.

Designer/Lars Bolander-Photographer/ Thomas Loof

The expansive loggia has defined seating areas providing the perfect space for entertaining. 

Designer/Lars Bolander-Photographer/ Thomas Loof

The living room is an eclectic mix of objets d’art from the couples world travels. The sculpture on the console and to the left are by Dominque Pollas.

Designer/Lars Bolander-Photographer/ Thomas Loof

The kitchen features Austrian plank flooring, Belgian soapstone counters and a 19th-century refractory table.

Designer/Lars Bolander-Photographer/ Thomas Loof

A tobacco-colored glaze warms the Master bedroom adding romantic overtones and providing a striking backdrop for the collection of European antiques.

Designer/Lars Bolander-Photographer/ Thomas Loof

The outdoor spaces are a delightful mix of exoticism paired with modern charm.

Photos with permission of Thomas Loof

The post A Home Well Traveled, Lars Bolander’s Stunning Palm Beach Estate appeared first on The Ace of Space.

The post This Montana Home Puts A Refined Spin on Western Style appeared first on The Ace of Space.