Life + Culture

It's Snow Time!

Area residents share their photos of fun in the snow Article by Tana Poncsak | Photography by Area Residents Snowmen, Snow Angels, Snow Balls...It's a fairly rare occurrence that we get snow here in the south. But in January, we had the opportunity to experience some fun in a snowfall that turned the Atlanta area into a winter wonderland. Kids of all ages donned their winter coats and dusted off their snow gear to have some fun playing in the snow. Even our four-legged friends got in on the...

Home + Design

Renovating or Building?

Whether you're renovating an existing home or building a new home, your first call should be to a designer. Article by Tana Poncsak | Photography by Habitations LLC We sat down with Chamblee designers Robert Platt and his daughter, Aaron Michelle Platt-Baker, of Habitations LLC, to talk about the importance of hiring a designer for your construction and renovation projects. Robert explains that as someone decides they want to build a new home or renovate their existing home, most start the...

Home Services

The Real Estate Market

Whether buying or selling, here's what you can expect now. Article by Tana Poncsak | Photography by Janet Howard As the calendar flips to March, we move toward spring and into what many think of as the real estate selling season. Chuck MacPhee, team lead, at Berkshire Hathaway Level Up Real Estate Team, explains that real estate professionals have seen substantial price appreciation over the last several years, especially in the 2021–2022 timeframe. “I would say over the last year or so home...

Home + Design

Southern Skies Construction

Southern Skies Construction takes on a condo update in the Loews Atlanta Hotel. Article by Tana Poncsak | Photography by Janet Howard Keith Kenney, owner of Southern Skies Construction, says he’s always had a passion for building and architecture. “I was always building forts and go carts, and just messing around with stuff like that as a kid,” he says. So perhaps it’s no surprise that after growing up in nearby Dunwoody and attending Georgia Tech, Keith landed a job as a lead carpenter. ...

Life + Culture

How the railroad shaped Chamblee

The history behind the railroad in Chamblee and how it shaped the city we love. Article and Photography by Tana Poncsak As we are loving local in this February issue of Chamblee City Lifestyle, we want to take a look back at where the community has been to get a better idea of where it is and where it’s going. So, in this issue we’re looking at how the railroad shaped Chamblee’s history and set the community on the path for a successful future. According to the New Georgia Encyclopedia, the...

Auto + Marine

Car Care Tips

Local expert gives tips to keep your car running smoothly in winter Article by Tana Poncsak | Photography by Janet Howard As the temperature changes, the maintenance on your vehicles needs to change as well. We spoke with David Jacob, owner of MBT of Atlanta located in Chamblee, for some of his best general tips when it comes to maintaining your vehicle during the cold months of winter. Here is what he suggests to keep your vehicle running in tip-top shape. Maintaining Your Vehicle in Winter...

Arts + Culture

Loving Local Public Art

Creating space and place with public art. Article by Tana Poncsak | Photography by Janet Howard 2024 was a big year for the city’s public arts program, as they added a number of pieces and murals to the growing collection. While public art isn’t totally new to Chamblee, now that the city has a dedicated person on staff and the Public Arts Commission, they continue to make great strides in public arts. Teneisha Jones, public arts coordinator for the city of Chamblee, says having a public arts...

Health + Wellness

Mocktails Anyone?

Nuts 'n Berries adds the 'Booze Free Bevie Shop' to their healthy product offerings Article by Tana Poncsak | Photography by Janet Howard Whether you’re taking part in dry January, looking for a healthier alternative to alcohol or interested in the sober curious movement, non-alcoholic beverages, sometimes known as mocktails are making their way into homes, restaurants and bars, and other places where people gather across Atlanta. According to NCSolutions , more Americans (about 41%) planned...

Arts + Culture

Adding color to Chamblee...

One mural at a time Article by Tana Poncsak | Photography by Janet Howard If you're out and about on the Rail Trail, things may look a bit different now. In November artists participated in the Babe Walls Mural Festival, and during four days, the artists shared their talents and made their mark on the community.  If you didn't get to see the artists in action, we have a number of images here showing them as they shared their craft on specific areas along Chamblee's Rail Trail. And the good...

Fitness

CrossFit Vengeance

Move well, feel well, and be well with CrossFit Vengeance. Article by Tana Poncsak | Photography by CrossFit Vengeance As we move into 2025, and everyone is thinking about better health and fitness, Chamblee City Lifestyle spoke with Brandon and Emily Romanos, owners of CrossFit Vengeance, located in Chamblee to learn more about the gym and what CrossFit really means. How did you two become interested in CrossFit? Brandon : I’ve always worked out through sports and the like in college. I’m...