Home + Design

Co-Create Your Space

Robert Koch Designs delivers on stylistic dreams. Article by Natalie Fox | Photography by John Wachs As a young, prospective architecture student, Robert Koch was shown an image of Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater. Designed in 1935, the Pennsylvania house sits atop a waterfall and is widely considered a masterpiece of organic architecture. Koch was deeply impacted by how the structure pushed boundaries in a way he had never seen before. This moment of inspiration created a reverence for...

Home Services

Latina-Led Luxury Construction

How Claudia De La O is redefining high-end construction with heart, expertise, and accessibility. Article by Brooke Felder | Photography by John Wachs Crafting and curating a forever home takes time, attention to detail, and expertise that often feels unattainable. Claudia De La O, the founder and creative director of D&D Total Construction, understands this and redefines what it means to create well-executed construction without exorbitant costs. "I want to add value to the properties I work...

Arts + Culture

Art in the Heart of Atlanta

Find artistic connection and expand your collection at The Sun ATL. Article by Natalie Fox | Photography by Caroline Ficken Shawn Vinson describes himself as “drawn to the image.” You might know him from the Different Trains Gallery in downtown Decatur. Opened in 2017, it’s an intimate operation where they show one or two artists at a time and provide personal art consultations. Longtime collector Sarah Garvin always dreamt of living in a gallery and purchased the townhome with a work-live...

Home + Design

Tidy is Trending

Organizing is necessary and unavoidable and for some, impossible.  Article by Sue Collins 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 that isn’t all bed and pillows.  Turning to the experts in custom organization and...

Life + Culture

A Model of Authenticity

Han Pham empowers women to step into leadership - on their own terms. Article by Natalie Fox As Executive Director of Her Term for the past three years, Han Pham speaks on the vital importance of female lawmakers with highly educated passion and verve. This commitment to community building doesn’t stop at her day job. From founding Bad*ss  Asian Women to spearheading the Decatur Lunar New Year Festival, Pham’s dedication is on hyperdrive. She models authenticity and resilience while...

Arts + Culture

The Symphony at Sixty

Celebrating the 60th season of the Dekalb Symphony Orchestra. Article by Brooke Felder No matter the year, the DeKalb Symphony Orchestra's mission has remained the same: enriching the lives of the community through the power of music. This year, the DSO celebrates its 60th season, bringing decades of classical favorites and new works for an ever-evolving audience right in our own backyard. Founded alongside DeKalb College in 1964, the DSO was first considered the college's...

Wellness

Cultivating Diversity in Education

The Friends School takes a holistic approach to learning. Article by Brandon Malcolm | Photography by John Wachs Amongst the myriad of school and sports team stickers seen on cars across Decatur, you’ve no doubt noticed at some point a purple burning candle logo reading “The Friends School of Atlanta”.  Serving Decatur and its surrounding communities since 1991, The Friends School of Atlanta is the only Quaker school in Georgia. “Our Quaker values set us apart,” says Dot López, Head of...

Finance + Legal Services

With Heart in Every Case

Hendrick & Henry Law delivers justice with care, compassion, and a personal touch. Article by Josh Cornwall Love is in the details—and for Hendrick & Henry Law, the commitment to the details makes all the difference for their clients. Whether guiding clients through personal injury cases or advocating for fair outcomes in criminal and civil matters, the nimble law firm on McDonough approaches each case with care and compassion while promising personalized service. Led by Troy Hendrick and...

Home + Design

How To: Valentine’s Day Bouquet

Jill Joyner shares her process and time-honed tricks for creating and maintaining flower arrangements. Article by Natalie Fox | Photography by Caroline Ficken Jill Joyner started Pop Up Flowers in a streak of inspiration. She calls that time period a “mid-life reidentification of self” and it led to a life filled with what she loves most: arranging beautiful flowers amidst a community of creatives with the flexibility to care for her loved ones. She also loves to teach and has shared tips on...

Food + Beverage

Cupid's Cocktails

Libations for lovers, crafted by Nathan DeWitt with Decatur Package Store. Article by Decatur Package Store | Photography by Blythe Coker Romance is in the air with these cocktails perfect for setting the mood of a romantic evening on Valentine’s Day. Pair these cocktails with dinner or enjoy a happy hour at home before dinner. Any missing ingredients from your bar are available at the Decatur Package Store!   The Rosey    1.5 oz Gin .75 lemon juice .75 simple syrup  2-3 muddled...