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contents Photos courtesy of (left) Brian Patrick Flynn, photography by Sarah Dorio; (right) Scripps Networks Interactive / Flynnside Out Productions.

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2016 Guide to Interior Design

HGTV Star Brian Patrick Flynn Walks You Through Your Best Room Design Ever

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Profile: American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) A Treasure Trove of Interior Design Resources

Consumer Buying Guide All About Paint—Hot Colors for 2016

Consumer Buying Guide

Photos courtesy of (top to bottom) Sherwin-Williams; Square Feet Studio, photography by Andrew Thomas Lee.

Carpet: More Than Meets the Feet

Real Homeowner’s Story Game On in Basement Redo

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Design Notes John and Vivian Bencich of Square Feet Studio Capture the Spirit of Atlanta in Their Urban Designs

Beat the Heat Great Ways to Keep Cool When the Temps Rise

ON THE COVER: Brian Patrick Flynn’s vibrant, joyful kitchen remodel combines rustic elements, like the wood ceiling and countertops, with vintage lighting and dinnerware. He chose the bright teal curtains and paint accents to create an informal and inviting space for the whole family. Photo courtesy of Flynnside Out Productions.

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12 Just Spotted Gardening on Our Mind

15 Home Front

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55 Garden Inspiration Small Space Makeover: From Front Porch Junk Pile to Jaw-Dropper

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I guess I shouldn’t be surprised by my lifelong interest in homeimprovement projects. When I was a kid, my father was the vice principal at our local middle school, and he would take me to the school with him occasionally on weekends when he had work to finish in the office. He had the keys to the kingdom and would open up the gym so my little sister and I could shoot hoops, hit tennis balls against the wall or play chase up and down the bleachers. That’s quite a perk for a 10-yearold, but even better were the days when he would take us to

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Wood Shop Memories

the school’s wood shop. I can still remember the smell when we entered the room—sawdust and wood glue and paint, all mixed together in one glorious woodcrafting perfume. He allowed us to take on small wood-working projects when he had time to supervise. Some of them took months of weekends to complete—like the cutting board I made for my dad’s BBQ or the dollhouse we made for my sister’s Christmas surprise one year. My dad’s home-improvement crowning achievement, though, was remodeling our basement. A good buddy of his helped him carry the heavy slabs of drywall down the stairs (the definition of a true friend); then he let my sister and me have a try at the hammer and nails he used to line the concrete walls with studs. When he was done, the room had custom built-in bookshelves, a kegerator and soffits with can lights—tres mod in the 1970s. He laid the carpet himself (and says his knees have never forgiven him), painted and wallpapered the entire room, too. Pretty fancy! If only he’d had an Interior Design Planner, like the one on p. 19, he could’ve really unleashed his imagination.

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Coming in August In our 15th

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Lights, Camera, Action! • Think about each room as a movie set. Yes, each room can host its own feature film. But what kind of movie is it? Action? Drama? Romance? Comedy? • What kind of action will take place on your set? Is this a high-traffic living area with kids and pets running about or a serene sitting room for quiet conversation? Is it a serious office with sophisticated technical requirements or a casual work area? What about a big family kitchen, ripe for a sitcom crowd or a glamorous gourmet spread made for entertaining? Are you seeking a romantic boudoir in which to luxuriate or a cozy retreat where you’ll crash at the day’s end? • Who are the lead actors, the supporting roles, the extras? What pieces “carry” the whole story of the room? What works with them to enhance their appeal? • How do you want to feel in this room? Get in touch with your emotions here. • Where are your focal points? What’s one thing you want to notice when you enter the space?

Plot Twists Secure the budget. Everyone on the project needs to know what’s reasonable. Once you have a budget and a vision, then it’s time to look at the value-engineering. This is like a giant game of Tetris, maneuvering line items and price-points to decide how much money can be spent on each element. Allot the bigger portion of the budget to the “stars” that will carry the show. This is all about balance.

Baby, You’re the Star! Everyone has a personal style. But not everyone has clearly

When you spot items in a store that interest you, ask yourself: • Do I LOVE this? • Does it fit in the budget? • Does it have the right balance, scale and proportion for the room?

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Focus on these three questions as you shop or look for

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In the planning stage, magazines and Pinterest are really useful for mapping out ideas and beginning to define your own style. Start file folders and Pinterest boards showing rooms and projects you like— these will help you establish the baseline. Design is imminently

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Step 1: Now that you know your design style, fill out the following workbook-type questionnaire. Then use it to jumpstart your own design consultation.

Plan It Out

Do you have any pets?

yes

If yes, what kind? ____________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________

The Basics

______________________________________

What type of space are you looking to design? (For multiple spaces, copy this page and fill it out for each room.)

______________________________________

Foyer

Living area

Kitchen

Dining area

Bedroom

Bathroom

Office

Laundry room

Mud room

Closet

Do they shed?

yes

If yes, what color is their fur? ______________________________________ ______________________________________

Recreational space Other: _______________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________

If yes, please describe: _______________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________

What are the dimensions of the room? (width by length by height)

______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________

Do you have any allergy or health concerns that the design should yes no accommodate?

Gym/workout area

List and describe any other architectural elements that you’d like to keep in the space, either leaving as-is or changing to complement the new design? (e.g., cathedral ceiling, wainscoting, moulding, trim, etc.)

_______’ _______” x _______’ _______”

Describe the room’s location within your home: __________________________

Why do you want this room designed/ redesigned?

x _______’ _______”

______________________________________

What is your budget for the makeover of this space?

______________________________________

Construction: $ ______________________

Detail the number, type and location of the room’s exterior windows and doors. (if any)

______________________________________

Windows: # __________________________

______________________________________

Type: ________________________________

______________________________________

Interior Design: $ ____________________

List the age and gender of every person that resides with you, and check those that will primarily use the space: Age: __________

Male

Female

Age: __________

Male

Female

Age: __________

Male

Female

Age: __________

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Age: __________

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How will the completion of this project impact you and your family? ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________

Location:_____________________________ ______________________________________ Doors (leading outside): # _____________ Type: ________________________________

Do you have a specific deadline for the completion of this project? (e.g., wedding, baby, holiday, parent moving in, etc.) yes no

______________________________________

If yes, what is the event and when is it happening?

______________________________________

Location: ____________________________

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List and describe any lead and supporting actors and/or extras you currently own (furniture, room features or decor, for instance) that you’d like to appear in the space being designed. Circle the item if you’d like it to serve as inspiration for the design of the room.

Item: _____________________________________________________________________

Color: ____________________

Description: ______________________________________________________________ Item _____________________________________________________________________

Color: ___________________

Description: ______________________________________________________________ Item: _____________________________________________________________________

Color: ____________________

Description: ______________________________________________________________ Item: _____________________________________________________________________

Color: ___________________

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Inspiration

Think about all the homes you have lived in or visited. Describe the style that has been the most influential on your design preferences: _______________________________________ _______________________________________ _______________________________________ _______________________________________ _______________________________________ In any of the homes you’ve lived in or visited, what is your favorite room? Describe it. ___________________________ _______________________________________

Step 3:

Details

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_______________________________________

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In any of the homes you’ve lived in or visited, what is the room you’ve disliked the most? Describe the room and why you disliked it.

New furniture

_______________________________________ _______________________________________ Is the space you’re looking to design open to any adjacent rooms? yes no If yes, describe what the adjacent space is and what it looks like: ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ List three adjectives describing how you’d like the room to look (e.g., expensive, modern, homey, etc.) ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________

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Stone

What is your wall-covering preference? Paint

Wallpaper

Decorative paint treatment I don’t have a preference Will there be a television in this room? yes no If yes, what screen size? _______________ Would you like it hidden?

______________________________________ ______________________________________

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If you had to describe your ideal color palette for this project in five words, what would they be?

______________________________________

____________________________________

Are there any patterns and/or textures that you want to incorporate into this space (e.g., chevrons, faux fur, grasscloth, etc.?) If so, list them here:

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______________________________________ List three adjectives describing how you’d like the room to feel (e.g., cozy, elegant, energized, etc.) ______________

_______________________________________ _______________________________________

New flooring

_______________________________________

_____________________________________

_______________________________________

Are there any specific colors or patterns that you definitely DO NOT want in the room’s design? If so, list them here:

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Pick My Match There are two main factors to consider when purchasing carpet: what fiber material it is made of and how that fiber is woven to create a surface. Each material offers unique characteristics and provides various benefits, including durability and stain resistance. Once you understand what the differences in materials and surfaces are, you can make an informed decision and choose a carpet that will fit your needs.

All Tied Up Carpet fibers can be natural, like wool, or they can be synthetic, such as acrylic, nylon, olefin or polyester. A carpet made with wool fibers has a deep, rich appearance and excellent resilience and durability. Acrylic is wool’s closest imitation and is known for a wide color selection and color stability, even in bright sunlight. The most common carpet material, nylon, has the strongest fiber, making it an excellent choice for hightraffic areas. Then there is polyester, which is stain resistant, but is not as durable as nylon—it’s easy to clean and significantly less expensive than other materials. If you need serious moisture resistance, consider olefin (also called polypropylene), which was originally designed for outdoor carpeting and basements.

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casual, almost disheveled look. Plush carpets have longer pile lengths and

Fiber

The carpet material

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Pile

The height and surface of the fiber

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Density How closely strands of fiber are packed; a higher density means a stronger carpet Weight Measured in ounces per square yard; face weight is the amount of fiber on the surface, a higher face weight means a higher quality

Ask your retailer about carpet pad options, too—this layer underneath the

Texture Determined by the ways fibers are cut, looped and twisted

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Twist

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3. Wine Cellar Creativity The new wine cellar is artfully tucked underneath the staircase. A custom steel and glass door was a splurge the homeowners love. 4. Being Knotty Rather than replace the knotty pine kitchen cabinets, the remodeling team patched them, then painted them and accented the entire kitchen area with a new glass backsplash.

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Design Notes

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Urban Designs Capture the Spirit of Atlanta John and Vivian Bencich of Square Feet Studio By Katherine Michalak

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ohn and Vivian Bencich have left their

architecture and design firms for over a decade before

mark on Atlanta. All over Atlanta. From

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incredible commercial spaces to sleek

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Vivian, who are schooled in both architecture and

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The design for the Delta Sky 360 Club inside the Woodruff Arts Center exudes the sophisticated appeal of theater, art and travel.

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integral part of your outdoor space, and it can be a good investment that allows you to get the maximum use out of all of your outdoor spaces.”

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in outdoor kitchens and patios,” says Jesse Gibson of

flooring and drapery from sun-exposure damage.

Progressive Lighting. “Fans can make these spaces more

Choosing a retractable awning gives you options, as the structure is installed on the side of your home, but

comfortable and usable for more of the year, especially in a warmer climate like [metro Atlanta].”

can be pulled in when not needed. And, depending on

The key to choosing the right outdoor fan is to

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understand which one will function properly in your

the awning deploy manually or automatically (using an

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outdoor environments, while the latter should be installed under a covered roof (such as in a covered porch or a three-season room). “Both wet- and damp-location fans have all-weather blades that will not droop when exposed to humid Atlanta summers,” he says. And outdoor fans are even getting the high-tech treatment of their indoor counterparts. Haiku fans, which feature electronically controlled DC motors and the innovative SenseME technology, which reacts automatically after detecting motion and slight changes in temperature and humidity, are

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Getting the interior of your home to feel nice and cool is just as important as beating the heat outside. However, an indoor ceiling fan is only one element of what you need to achieve your goal. “Have

in a variety of ways to protect them from the elements, like using automotive-grade paint to add protection from UV discoloration.

Get a Little Misty You don’t necessarily have to take a dip in the pool to really cool off this summer. An evaporative mist cooling system can cool your outdoor space dramatically by atomizing water into a fog-like mist. The mist is sprayed from nozzles installed on your home and can be directed toward any area in your yard, from a deck or patio, to the pool area. In many cases, the cooling effect can be as much as 30 degrees and allow you and your family to enjoy your outdoor space even during the hottest hours of the day. Even better, because the droplets created are so small, you won’t feel like you’re getting drenched (unless you

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gardeninspiration Small Space Makeover: From Front Porch Junk Pile to Jaw-Dropper These homeowners were missing an opportunity to showcase the entryway to their home with this overlooked front porch. Once the bric-a-brac was cleared away, the porch was converted from shabby to chic with the addition of several inexpensive, creative and eco-friendly design elements. To define the space, old window frames were purchased at a salvage yard, painted glossy white and hung from the ceiling to mimic an actual window. An antique chandelier’s central bowl was filled with seashells, rustic earth-toned ceramic pots were planted with shadelovers like Chinese Evergreen, and a wood bench was rescued from a garage sale. The beach cottage theme was reinforced with the display of a seashell collection throughout the porch. The only new items purchased were the Adirondack chairs and outdoor rug—all made from recycled plastic— along with colorful new pillows and cushions in bold hues. Window box-type rectangular containers with self-watering reservoirs were placed on the front wall and accented with cheerful flowers.

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