Home + Design

Putting Your Best Floor Forward

Alpharetta’s Trusted Flooring Experts  Article by Corinne Cummings | Photography by Aleks Kapett Partners Mimi Mulugeta and Michael Barrows’ of Atlanta Flooring Studio provides expert assistance to customers in North Georgia looking to update their homes. According to Mulugeta, “We both love working with our customers to create something special in their home.” Since their grand opening in 2024, they’ve collaborated with clients to create environments that Mulugeta says have ranged from...

Life + Culture

Yaissuri Saligan

A story of Strength and Resilience Article by Sean O'Keefe | Photography by Jolie Loren Photography Yaissuri Saligan, originally from Colombia, moved to the United States at 16 years old. “I was diagnosed with stage 3 ovarian cancer in March 2018,” says Yaissuri, “I fought through it with strength and resilience.” Yaissuri is the proud owner of Piso Floors and Remodeling, “I’m passionate about design and entrepreneurship.” Yaissuri is committed to spreading positivity, helping others, and...

Home + Design

Turnkey Interior Design

Dream it and designers make it happen Article by Sue G. Collins | Photography by Courtesy of Trifecta The design world is embracing a bold new era, where moody hues , rich textures , and classic lines take center stage. This is just in from the designers at Trifecta Home Furniture, where they believe these elements aren’t just trends—they're the foundation of enduring style.  “At TRIFECTA, every piece we offer embodies at least one of these defining qualities, ensuring our collections...

Home + Design

Personality Plus

Article by Sue G. Collins | Photography by Catrina Maxwell | CatMax Photography For interior designer Cristi Holcombe, this was a dream project. Along with the homeowner, she and her team created the looks from the ground up. The new construction for a fantastic young family of four provided a dreamy blank palette. "The wife, who’s in real estate, brought so much vision to the project," says Cristi. "We focused on making it elegant yet totally livable, perfect for the gatherings she loves to...

Home Services

Tidy is Trendy

Neat organization solutions beyond the bedroom closet. Article by Sue G. Collins | Photography by Provided Organizing is necessary and unavoidable and for some, impossible.  I spend hours tidying and reorganizing my bedroom closet each spring and the laundry room gets a makeover once a year before the kids come home from college (and again when they leave). I long for shelving in the garage dedicated to my outdoor gear, for cubbies in my office to hide my knitting and crafts, and a guest room...

Home + Design

The Buyer's Eye

What homebuyers are hot for NOW Article by Alpharetta City Lifestyle staff Following real estate market trends often means holding on tight for a speeding rollercoaster ride.  Home offices, first-floor primary suites and curb appeal have often been at the top of a buyer's list.  For what's hot now, we turned to Tammie Carter of Engel & Völkers Atlanta North Fulton. Buyers are increasingly seeking homes with a flat, walkout backyard that includes a daylight basement for added functionality."...

Arts + Culture

Explore, Transcend and Inspire

Alpharetta Arts Center fuels local talent Article by Alpharetta City Lifestyle staff Reinilda Blair’s work exists as a vibrant exploration of identity, spirituality, and connection to the natural world. Born in the Dominican Republic and raised in New York City, she weaves together the cultural richness of her Taíno heritage with the dynamic energy of contemporary life. “Each brushstroke carries the echoes of my history, a celebration of resilience, and the enduring spirit of my ancestors.”...

Travel

The Beautiful Old French Broad

Views for miles at Asheville River Cabins, on one of the world's oldest rivers. Article by Sue G. Collins | Photography by Sue G. Collins & ARC Waking up at Asheville River Cabins, I didn’t hear a thing.  Ok, maybe a few birds chirping, but otherwise, not a peep. I sat up and looked out the window to see the French Broad River rolling by, one of the very oldest rivers in the world and one of the few that flows north.  The peace.  The quiet.    Asheville River Cabins is Asheville’s only...

Real Estate

Heavenly Sleeps

Valentine dreams, mountain style Article by BuckHaven City Lifestyle staff Do you dream of a darkened room or enjoy waking to the sunlight flooding the room?  We love these bedrooms, all in the Blue Ridge area, brought to us by Laura Elleby. More than just a place to retire to at the end of a day in the mountains, this primary suite is a retreat with a private sitting area around an outdoor fireplace with endless views. The spa-like en-suite bath offers a 13x7 shower/tub sanctuary with...

Health + Wellness

Playing with a Purpose

Peter Krause and Amanda Vail give from the heart to benefit Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation Article by Sean O'Keefe | Photography by Jolie Loren Photography Peter Krause, President & CEO of Marsh McLennan Agency (MMA) Southeast and Amanda Vail, Chief Operating Officer are making a difference in the lives of many, right here at home in Alpharetta and across the United States.  Their heroic support and advocacy of the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation (PBTF) Butterfly Fund sets them apart from...