Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles Design Blog » Summerour and Associates http://blog.atlantahomesmag.com Your online source for stylish Atlanta interiors and design. Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:20:04 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0.4 Dreaming up the perfect vacation home http://blog.atlantahomesmag.com/designing/dreaming-up-the-perfect-vacation-home/ http://blog.atlantahomesmag.com/designing/dreaming-up-the-perfect-vacation-home/#comments Thu, 08 Apr 2010 15:37:16 +0000 Sejal Bhima http://blog.atlantahomesmag.com/?p=2372 This week I’m working on a feature about a couple’s second home in Key West. Although I’m really excited to be writing the piece, part of me is brimming with envy. The house looks absolutely amazing and has me wishing for a vacation home of my own in a sunny locale next to the water. But since I haven’t even purchased my first home yet, I guess I’ll have to hold off on the second one. Until then, I can keep dreaming of what it may look like. For that, I took a look at two gorgeous vacations homes AH&L has featured in the past.

I find myself flipping through the pictures of Bill Musso’s Alys Beach home over and over again. I can’t get over how beautiful it truly is.


This courtyard is absolutely picture perfect. That lounger is calling my name!


This entrance leaves no question that you’re about to enter a charming and relaxing retreat.

This next home is the 2008 AH&L Designer Show House on Lake Keowee, designed by Beth Webb and Nancy Pendergrast.


I can imagine myself cozying up with a book and swinging away for hours on this porch.


This fresh, airy kitchen would be the perfect spot to eat, mingle and play cards—one of my family’s favorite group pastimes.

Where would you build your dream vacation home? What would you include in it?

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Amy Morris Bath

The first one was designed by Amy Morris and, not surprisingly, was a winner in our 2009 Bath Contest. From the moment I laid eyes on it, I’ve been obsessed with adding a fabulous mirror and chandelier to my own master bath. Amy found this 19th-century French mirror at Foxglove Antiques and the chandelier at Edgar-Reeves. So, when the time comes, guess where I’ll be starting my search for the perfect pieces?

Summerour Bath 

Next on my wish list is a bathroom like the one in architect Keith Summerour‘s Meriwether county residence. A soaking tub flanked by soft lighting, the rug underfoot, a spectacular view–this is my idea of the perfect bath in a country retreat. (Just one small detail: I’ll have to buy my place in the country first.) 

Williams Powder Room 

Last but not least, I’d replicate the powder room Mimi Williams created in her Highlands getaway in a heartbeat. I love her expect-the-unexpected design point of view. What’s more, I’m a big advocate of decorating with personal style and this mirror made of wine barrel staves is, if you’ll pardon the pun, a reflection of my appreciation for fine wine.

These are just a few of my faves. What are some of the AH&L baths you’ve liked best?

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