Home + Design

Custom Designs' Danish Inspired Kitchen

East Cobb-Marietta Build: The Heart of the Home Article and Photography by In 2006, husband-and-wife team Russell and Stephanie Ives merged their professional skill sets to found Custom Dwellings. Four kids and an impressive business venture later, the company is now one of Marietta’s only family-owned design-and-build firms. Each a master of their craft, the duo combines Stephanie’s architecture degree from Georgia Tech with Russell’s business management degree from Mercer to create a...

Home + Design

Restful Outdoor Spaces

Brawner Renovations helps you create gorgeous outdoor gathering spaces that invite all to enjoy. Article by Wendy Edwards A deck is more than just an extension of the home - it’s a gathering place where cherished memories with family and friends are made.  Whether it’s evenings by the fire pit, scrumptious meals from the grill, or a quiet cup of coffee, a beautiful deck provides the perfect backdrop for togetherness. With Georgia’s temperate climate and open landscapes, outdoor living can be...

Life + Culture

Chalktoberfest - A Legacy of Art and Giving

A Festival of Color, Culture and Community Article by Rei Kaiser | Photography by Brian Weaver, Wayne Renshaw, Sharyn Chan On the second weekend of October, between 80,000 and 100,000 people flock to Marietta Square for its annual Chalktoberfest, which combines eccentric chalk art with eclectic craft beer and wine selections to support the Marietta Cobb Museum of Art (MCMA). Prior to its formation, one of the MCMA board members attended the Sarasota Int'l Chalk Festival in Sarasota, Florida...

Style + Beauty

Jewelry Artisans

Bringing you couture designs, timeless pieces and industry expertise. Article by Wendy Edwards | Photography by Pena Rose Studios When Jamie Kresl entered the world of custom jewelry 35 years ago, he could never have imagined the path that would lay before him. From assisting in management, to becoming a leader in the industry, Jamie Kresl, sole-proprietor of Jewelry Artisans located in Dunwoody and his highly skilled team have become one of Atlanta's premier jewelers through skill, vision and...

Food + Beverage

Georgia Food + Wine Festival: A Feast for Every Sense

A beloved celebration of flavors, chefs, and community where every guest finds something to savor Article by Rei Kaiser No matter your palate’s persuasion—whether you crave the smoky embrace of slow-cooked barbecue, the delicate artistry of handcrafted pastries, or the fiery thrill of global spices—one thing is certain: everyone is a foodie at heart. And there may be no better place to indulge that truth than at the Georgia Food + Wine Festival, returning this spring with a three-day...

Food + Beverage

Mountain Man Brings the Heat

Georgia Pitmaster Kyle Bryner Wins Food Network’s Coveted “Master of ‘Cue” Article by Gracie Waylock | Photography by Green Olive Media If you drive through Dillard, Georgia, a blink-and-you-miss-it town tucked into the folds of the Southern Appalachians, you might catch the scent before you spot the source. Sweet hickory smoke drifts over the road, pulling you toward a low-slung building with picnic tables out front and a hand-painted sign: Blue Hound Barbecue. Behind the pit, you’ll usually...

Life + Culture

The Fun Side of Fall

Best places to enjoy Georgia's beautiful fall weather with exciting hikes and picturesque pumpkin patches. Article by Wendy Edwards North Georgia truly comes alive in the fall. Brilliant leaves blanket the landscape, the weather hovers at the perfect temperature, and outdoor adventures for families are endless. From scenic hikes to enchanting pumpkin patches, you don’t have to travel far as these favorites are all within an hour of Marietta. Sleepy Hollow Farm In Powder Springs, Sleepy...

Beauty

Aura Introduces something unique

A special collaboration between professionals produces a fresh and innovative concept for North Fulton Article by Wendy Edwards | Photography by Fr3deR1ck and Lena Song If you have never walked into Aura Salon & Spa you are most definitely in for a treat! The mixture of style, beauty and fashion come altogether in one location right around the corner.  Passions and talents sometimes come together to bring an extraordinary mix of people with shared interests that when working together can...

Style + Beauty

STYLE IN EVERY DETAIL

13 Hub Lane Brings Curated Living to East Cobb Article by East Cobb City Lifestyle Staff | Photography by Albright Photgraphy Step inside 13 Hub Lane, and you’ll discover more than just a boutique—you’ll experience a lifestyle. Due to an ever-growing demand, this “go-to home decor store" has expanded beyond its original vision, now with two full-service Atlanta locations in East Cobb and Roswell. These thoughtfully curated destinations blends home furnishings, apparel, and interior design...

Life + Culture

Still Putting Cobb First!

The Auto Accident Attorneys Group is building a legacy of care, advocacy, and community connection Article by Rei Kaiser When Ali and Jamie Salimi planted roots in East Cobb to launch The Auto Accident Attorneys Group, they weren’t just building a law firm — they were investing in a community. Celebrating an important milestone a decade later, their firm — affectionately known as  The AAA Group  — continues to build on its legacy of care, advocacy, and community connection.  This top-rated...