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The Diversity of Amish Furniture

Amish furniture offers something for every taste—and it’s built to last for generations Article by Alpharetta City Lifestyle staff When most people think of Amish furniture the first thing that usually comes to mind is Mission-style furniture. This simple style consists of straight lines, exposed joints, and flat panels. While this is the most well-known design, it only scratches the surface of what Amish furniture has to offer. Amish woodworkers keep up with modern designs, and one can find...

Home + Design

Spaces Reimagined

Turning your vision for your space into a reality Article by Wendy Edwards Hans Schuon comes from a long line of furniture craftsmen. His grandfather, father and uncles worked tirelessly for decades in furniture making and have brought new meaning to the words precision, care and customer service. Together, they have built a legacy and the inspiration behind Schuon Kitchens and Baths, one of the Atlanta area's most sought after remodeling companies. Mr. Schuon relays,” I truly believe that I...

Travel

Indulgence and Adventure

Just a short car ride away, you can curate treasured memories at these savored southern getaways. Article by Kim Costa   Whether it’s a grand historic Inn in South Carolina low country, a storied Old Florida Inn, a charming North Georgia bed and breakfast, or an elegant Tennessee farm- turned-resort in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, exceptional experiences await. With your best road trip playlist cued, hop in the car beside your travel buddy to experience the utmost southern...

Sports + Recreation

Signed for Success

High School Athletes Turn Dreams into Reality on Signing Day Article by Tran Bui High School Signing Day was a proud moment for local athletes as students from Roswell High School, Centennial High School, and Blessed Trinity Catholic High School committed to advancing their athletic and academic careers. Four Roswell High football seniors—Kobby Sakyi-Prah (University of South Carolina), Ethan Gurela (James Madison University), Synkwan “Bop” Smith (University of Pittsburgh), and Ryder Duffy...

Event Planning + Services

GOCA's strong commitment to Georgia women

Roswell Resident, Cindy Derso A Portrait of Strength and Resilience Article by Sean O'Keefe “I turned 61 when I learned that I had ovarian cancer”, said Cindy Derso, a Roswell resident. Cindy had an annual physical, after her doctor asked if there was “anything else?” “Yes,” look at my distended stomach!” The OBGYYN suggested Beano for 6-8 weeks, knowing the difference between gas and sever distention of abdomen, his suggestion did not sit right with her. Cindy made an appointment with her...

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

A Jeweled bathroom remodel

Trending luxury with function for a unique bathroom experience Article by Roswell Citylifestyle Staff ATL Designs provided this homeowner a total bathroom remodel including all the latest trends throughout. There were design challenges and requests such as enlarging shower, adding a free standing jetted tub, separate vanities, one with a makeup area and vanities to look like real furniture and a door proximity issue. But, Angie was up for the task and added a lot of gems and...

Entertainment

Roswell Fire Departments' Tradition

Recognizing Leadership in Service and Safety Excellence Article by Jeffrey Fischer | Photography by Submitted by Roswell Fire Dept Roswell Fire Department: A Beacon of Excellence in Service and Safety The City of Roswell, Georgia, boasts a fire department renowned for its unwavering dedication to protecting the community and advancing excellence in training, education, and innovation. With a long-standing tradition of service, the Roswell Fire Department (RFD) exemplifies the principles of...

Education

From Sandwiches to Solutions:

Tackling Hunger, One Loaf at a Time Article by Tran Bui In the spring of 2020, a small group of friends turned their hunger to help into something extraordinary. “It started simply as making sandwiches, socially distant but connected in friendship and purpose, in a garage,” says Marcy Louza, co-founder of The Sandwich Project (TSP). The initiative began as a grassroots effort to combat food insecurity in Atlanta during the COVID-19 pandemic. "As the number of sandwiches started to increase...

Life + Culture

Roswell looks forward to incredible 2025!

Mayor Kurt Wilson and Roswell leadership deliver an electric State of the City address Article by Roswell City Lifestyle Staff Roswell's State of the City 2025:Tradition meets Innovation Roswell is committed to honor its rich traditions while embracing bold innovations and forward thinking initiatives was the theme of the January 17th event... It's an exciting time in history for the City of Roswell! This year's state of the City's address and presentation held at the Roswell Cultural Arts...