Atlanta has some of the prettiest homes in the country, and I love perusing the city’s real estate listings. When I saw today’s featured home, I recognized it instantly as it was highlighted by Holly of Things that Inspire in 2013 when it was for sale by different owners. Located in Buckhead and reimagined by architect Stan Dixon, it was a “non-descript 1950s ranch house that was totally and thoroughly renovated to create the classical proportions and elegant street appeal,” said Holly. The transformed French Provincial home was also taken down to the studs and renovated inside. Dixon won the prestigious Shutze Award in 2008 for this residence under 4,000 square feet. It has been a favorite on my Pinterest board all these years, and it was fun to see how the new owners decorated with interior design by Phoebe Howard. The description from the listing is below…
“Magnificent home and gardens located on one of Atlanta’s most sought after quiet streets in the heart of Buckhead. Renovated by R. Stanley Dixon, known for his attention to detail, this is truly a jewel of a home. Current owners have spent years enhancing the gardens with crushed slate paths throughout the raised beds for fruits and vegetables and flowers. Every room opens to the outside through sets of French doors, making the home ideal for entertaining as well as perfect for everyday living. Gorgeous sunlit Tiffany blue circular entrance hall invites you in. Home boasts beautiful formal living and dining rooms with high ceilings and hardwoods, and also a wonderful white kitchen with honed marble counters and three pantries. The garages open right into the kitchen for ease with groceries. Adjacent to the kitchen on one side is a beautiful vaulted ceiling breakfast room and on the other, a cozy fireside family room. The main level also has two master bedrooms that share one large bathroom and walk in closet. The extra master bedroom could also make a great office. Upstairs are four bedrooms sharing two bathrooms in a Jack and Jill set up. There is also an upstairs sitting room. One bedroom is used as a gym currently. The terrace level has the most charming media room/family room you have ever seen (with a full bath). This space opens onto a wonderful large screened porch that leads to the beautiful lower gardens and play yard. Truly a very special property and a treat to see!”
So lovely and proof that bigger isn’t always better when it comes to square footage. Images are from the real estate listing and Phoebe Howard’s portfolio. Click here to see the home as it was previously decorated.
