In December 1962, Parsons, Brinckerhoff, Quade & Douglas presented the Metropolitan Atlanta Transit Study Commission with this plan for moving the metro Atlanta area into the age of modern mass transit.MARTA Archives at GSU

Some things never change: Even in 1962, Atlanta’s traffic was notorious. Too many people trying to drive too many places at the same time through the same crowded roadways.MARTA Archives at GSU

With the exception of what is now the MARTA Red Line to North Springs in north Fulton, this plan for heavy rail lines should look familiar to you, especially if you ride MARTA trains. Although the Cobb, Gwinnett...MARTA Archives at GSU

In fact, a close look at the proposed rail lines shows that MARTA actually extended the original lines in some places. The Blue Line now reaches east to Indian Creek and the Gold/Red Lines extend through College...MARTA Archives at GSU

Here’s a 1950s-era transit map of Atlanta from the old Atlanta Transit Company, which operated in Atlanta from 1950-72. MARTA purchased ATC in 1972 for $13 million.MARTA Archives at GSU

Now to the lookahead at some designs that became reality. Here’s a blueprint for a proposed MARTA elevated rail line. (Look familiar?)MARTA Archives at GSU

This is the 1968 plan for what was then called Transit Center Station, the MARTA rail hub better known by its current name -- Five Points Station.MARTA Archives at GSU

Here’s the 1968 plan for typical stations with an at-grade station side platform with remote concourse general view.MARTA Archives at GSU

From 1968 -- This is how Five Points Station was supposed to look at and below street-level.MARTA Archives at GSU

From 1968 -- Typical Stations, Subway Station Side Platform GeneralMARTA Archives at GSU

From 1971 -- Five Points Station, General ViewMARTA Archives at GSU

From 1968 -- Typical Stations, Embankment Station-Side Platform with Concourse Under General ViewMARTA Archives at GSU

From 1968 -- Typical Stations, Aerial Station-Side Platform with Concourse Under General ViewMARTA Archives at GSU

From 1971 -- Five Points Station, North-South Longitudinal SectionMARTA Archives at GSU

The Monroe Drive branch of Atlanta-based Trust Company of Georgia as it looked in February 1962. LANE BROS. COMMERCIAL PHOTOGRAPHS / GSU

Joel Hurt was among the founders of what would become Trust Company of Georgia. SPECIAL/ATLANTA HISTORY CENTERSpecial/Atlanta History Center

The old Trust Company building in 1960. LANE BROS. COMMERCIAL PHOTOGRAPHS / GSU

The Trust Company of Georgia building overlooking Woodruff Park in downtown Atlanta was completed in 1972. AJC PHOTO ARCHIVES/ GSU

1963 -- Trust Company announces construction of its new Chattahoochee branch.  TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHS / GSU

Trust Company Bank lobby, Atlanta, Georgia, January 23, 1956 LANE BROS. COMMERCIAL PHOTOGRAPHS / GSU

Monroe Drive branch building under construction, Atlanta, Georgia, November 13, 1961. LANE BROS. COMMERCIAL PHOTOGRAPHS / GSU

Inside the sleek lobby of the Monroe Drive Trust Company branch, 1962. LANE BROS. COMMERCIAL PHOTOGRAPHS / GSU

Another look inside the lobby of Trust Company of Georgia, 1956. LANE BROS. COMMERCIAL PHOTOGRAPHS / GSU

Trust Company East Atlanta Branch, Georgia, March 13, 1962. LANE BROS. COMMERCIAL PHOTOGRAPHS / GSU

Trust Company employees at work, Atlanta, Georgia, June 21, 1954. LANE BROS. COMMERCIAL PHOTOGRAPHS / GSU

The ultra-modern Trust Company branch on Monroe Drive remains an iconic landmark of the area. LANE BROS. COMMERCIAL PHOTOGRAPHS / GSU

Trust Company employees at work, Atlanta, Georgia, May 25, 1956. LANE BROS. COMMERCIAL PHOTOGRAPHS / GSU

Trust Company employees counting securities, Atlanta, Georgia, January 21, 1953. LANE BROS. COMMERCIAL PHOTOGRAPHS / GSU

The Monroe Drive Trust Company sign overlooking the Northeast Expressway, early 1960s. LANE BROS. COMMERCIAL PHOTOGRAPHS / GSU

Trust Company employees in a bank vault, Atlanta, Georgia, January 21, 1953. LANE BROS. COMMERCIAL PHOTOGRAPHS / GSU

Tellers and other bank employees at work in a Trust Company branch. LANE BROS. COMMERCIAL PHOTOGRAPHS / GSU

Another view of the modern Trust Company lobby at the Monroe Drive branch, early 1960s. LANE BROS. COMMERCIAL PHOTOGRAPHS / GSU

Trust Company of Georgia million dollar display. LANE BROS. COMMERCIAL PHOTOGRAPHS / GSU

Trust Company of Georgia parade float, unidentified parade. LANE BROS. COMMERCIAL PHOTOGRAPHS / GSU

Trust Company of Georgia processing facility. LANE BROS. COMMERCIAL PHOTOGRAPHS / GSU

Trust Company of Georgia Trusco Club "Special". LANE BROS. COMMERCIAL PHOTOGRAPHS / GSU

Trust Company switch board operators, Atlanta, Georgia, June, 21, 1954. LANE BROS. COMMERCIAL PHOTOGRAPHS / GSU

Trust Company teller cages, Atlanta, Georgia, April 25, 1956. LANE BROS. COMMERCIAL PHOTOGRAPHS / GSU

Honeysuckle Gelato. Looking for something sweet to end your romantic night? Honeysuckle in Ponce City Market is offering a milkshake for two made with Strawberry Shortcake gelato topped with whipped cream and two...Honeysuckle Gelato

Doughnut Dollies. Look for brioche Xs and Os, heart-shaped filled doughnuts and a $30 St. Valentine Floral doughnut box featuring six flavors including hibiscus, chamomile cream and lemon lavender. 724 Cherokee...Doughnut Dollies

Looking for a kick in your Valentine's Day? Docent Coffee is offering a special coffee and pastry pairing for $20 from Feb. 12-17, featuring three coffees and sweets including flourless chocolate cake with mixed...Docent Coffee

Auntie Anne's is offering original and cinnamon sugar heart-shaped pretzels on Feb. 14. Multiple locations.Auntie Anne's

Buca di Beppo. The Italian chain is serving up heart-shaped lasagna as part of its Lasagna Love Feast for 2 on Feb. 14. 2335 Mansell Road, Alpharetta, 770-643-9463.Buca di Beppo

Duck Donuts. The doughnut chain is offering a Love Assortment through Feb. 28, which features doughnuts with Valentine’s Day-inspired sprinkles, Heath toffee crunch topping and two large candied roses. Locations...Duck Donuts

Xocolatl. The chocolatier is offering a variety of Valentine's Day-themed chocolate packages, including the vegan Berries & Cream Hearts ($18), white chocolate hearts made with almond milk and swirled with dried...Xocolatl

California Pizza Kitchen. The pizza chain is serving up heart-shaped pizzas from Feb. 13-17.CPK

Hard Rock Cafe. Enjoy a Sweetheart Shake for Two, a boozy shake made with Absolut Vanilla vodka, vanilla ice cream, strawberry and lemon flavoring and strawberry-infused whipped cream, served with a straw for two...Hard Rock Cafe

Bojangles. The biscuit chain is offering its Bo-Berry Biscuits in a heart shape through Feb. 14. Multiple locations.Bojangles

King of Pops. Get your sweetheart a Valentine’s Day Pop Box, with 12 King of Pops flavors and a personalized card, to be delivered during the holiday week. Flavor options include Box of Chocolates (chocolate sea...King of Pops

Olive Garden. Looking for something unique to give your beloved? Get a Breadstick Bouquet from Olive Garden -- order breadsticks to-go, print and cut out the custom bouquet wrapping square of your choice, roll up...

Pretzelmaker. Look for pretzels and pretzel bites in Pink Cinnamon Sugar through Feb. 28. Customers who wear pink on Feb. 13, will receive a free pink cinnamon sugar pretzel when they say “On Wednesday, we wear...Pretzelmaker

Krispy Kreme. Tell your beloved how you really feel with candy conversation heart doughnuts sporting phrases such as “DM ME,” “ALL THE FEELS,” and “BE MINE.” The doughnuts -- filled with either cake batter, strawberries...Krispy Kreme

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A trellis with climbing roses frames the oversized stained cedar doors on the garage, which now has a bonus room above it. The exterior uses Sherwin-Williams' Worldly Gray on the board and batten, Behr's Drift Gray...Text by Kat Khoury/Photos by Reann Huber

The home in Marietta's Indian Hills Country Club has 4,500 square feet, six bedrooms, five-and-a-half baths. Built in 1972, it was renovated in 2015, and the 8-foot mahogany front door with glass panes is where...Text by Kat Khoury/Photos by Reann Huber

The shed was made out of salvaged pieces of the original house. The doors, roof and even the porch lights were kept and reused from the Marietta renovation.Text by Kat Khoury/Photos by Reann Huber

The Williams wanted a room anyone in the family could use as a hangout space. They built it on top of the relocated garage so noise wouldn't be an issue. With a sectional from Rooms To Go, a puzzle table from Wayfair...Reann Huber

On the landing, Ikea shelves are fitted to look custom next to a craft table that Valerie and her grandfather made out of reclaimed wood from the North Carolina mountains and a vintage Singer sewing machine. The...Text by Kat Khoury/Photos by Reann Huber

The oriental rug and wooden desk in Chris' office are heirlooms. The pops of color and accessories lend an eclectic look to the office decor.Text by Kat Khoury/Photos by Reann Huber

The guest bathroom was part of the original house, but it needed a coat of paint and new mirrors and accessories.Text by Kat Khoury/Photos by Reann Huber

One of Valerie's favorite spaces in the renovated Marietta house is the two-story foyer with an antique crystal chandelier and a mahogany French doors. The antique English table is from Park West Vintage. Text by...Reann Huber

Valerie Williams' father made several lamps out of old fire hydrants when he was a newlywed, and they're now featured in her family's Cobb County home.Text by Kat Khoury/Photos by Reann Huber

During the renovation, the Williams added an office for Valerie. Her acrylic desk is from HomeGoods and the sunburst mirror is from Cost Plus World Market.Reann Huber

Valerie Williams achieves a transitional style by using antiques and heirlooms, such as the side tables, alongside more modern furniture, like the Wayfair coffee table and chairs. A fiddle-leaf fig tree in front...Text by Kat Khoury/Photos by Reann Huber

The added butler's pantry is essential for entertaining. The space has a Sub-Zero wine fridge, an ice maker and a small sink. Text by Kat Khoury/Fast Copy News Service. Photo by Reann Huber/Fast Copy News Service...Reann Huber

Carrera marble subway tile used for the backsplash carries the tones found in the Colonial White granite countertops. Lighting is from Ballard Designs. The renovated space has double ovens and dishwashers. Text...Reann Huber

Valerie Williams found a vintage sink at Rejuvenation and mounted it on subway tiles in the laundry room for added convenience. Text by Kat Khoury/Fast Copy News Service. Photo by Reann Huber/Fast Copy News Service...Reann Huber

In the powder room, Valerie Williams turned an heirloom bachelor's chest into a vanity. The marble backsplash and countertop were custom made.Text by Kat Khoury/Photos by Reann Huber

Valerie Williams said she loved the way the way her friend, interior designer Kristin Jackson, decorated the master bedroom, and it inspired the design style she carried out in the home, particularly with the use...Reann Huber

In daughter Ashlynn's bathroom, Valerie Williams mixes metals to create a bold look balanced with delicate floral art and a white marble countertop.Text by Kat Khoury/Photos by Reann Huber

Among the top priorities in the renovation was the desire for separate wings to give the girls space as they get older. Adyson's headboard is from Wayfair and the textiles are from Ballard Designs.Text by Kat Khoury/Photos by Reann Huber

In the keeping room, a faux tortoise shell, from RH, hangs over a wood-burning gas fireplace. The Williams matched the flooring to the original, 2-inch-thick oak floors. The chairs and ottoman are from Wayfair while...Reann Huber

Orbs from Ballard Designs are among the ways Valerie Williams brings metals into her transitional decor.Text by Kat Khoury/Photos by Reann Huber

A guest bedroom is made cozy for guests with a bed from Z Gallerie and linens from Bed Bath & Beyond.Text by Kat Khoury/Photos by Reann Huber

Chris and Valerie Williams moved into the 1972 ranch in 2015 with their daughters Ashlynn, 9, and Adyson, 7, and their 10-year-old golden retriever, Georgia. Chris works for Autodesk and Valerie works in medical...Text by Kat Khoury/Photos by Reann Huber

Gonzalo "Pity" Martinez told assembled press Friday, Jan. 25, 2019, that “Atlanta is a club that’s winning titles. I’m someone that likes to compete for titles” during a press conference at the Children's Healthcare...Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

Gonzalo "Pity" Martinez (center) with MLS Atlanta president Darren Eales (left) and vice president and technical director Carlos Bocanegra, holds a team uniform during a press conference Friday, Jan. 25, 2019, at...Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

Atlanta United technical director Carlos Bocanegra (left) listens as the team's newest player, Gonzalo "Pity" Martinez, addresses the media Friday Jan. 25, 2019, at the Children's Healthcare of Atlanta in Marietta...Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

Gonzalo "Pity" Martinez told assembled press Friday, Jan. 25, 2019, that “Atlanta is a club that’s winning titles. I’m someone that likes to compete for titles” during a press conference at the Children's Healthcare...Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

Gonzalo "Pity" Martinez (right) looks on as Atlanta United technical director Carlos Bocanegra speaks during a press conference Friday, Jan. 25, 2019, at the Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Training Ground in Marietta...Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

Atlanta United's Darren Eales (from left), Gonzalo "Pity" Martinez and Carlos Bocanegra find their place during the introductory press conference for Gonzalez Friday, Jan. 25, 2019, at the Children's Healthcare...Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

Gonzalo "Pity" Martinez (right) looks on as Atlanta United technical director Carlos Bocanegra speaks during a press conference Friday, Jan. 25, 2019, at the Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Training Ground in Marietta...Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

Bistro VG, previously known as Van Gogh's, opened at 70 W. Crossville Road in Roswell in 2006.Adrienne Harris/Adrienne Harris/Special

Chef/owner Marla Adams has been serving up French classics at 471 North Highland Ave. NE in Virginia-Highland since 1992.Becky Stein/Becky Stein

Petite Auberge, which had been open in Toco Hill since 1974, merged withFrench restaurant Violette at 2948 Clairmont Road in Atlanta in early 2017.ADRIENNE HARRIS/Adrienne Harris/Special

Douceur de France Bakery, currently located at 277 South Marietta Pkwy SW in Marietta, has been serving up petit fours, pastries and croissants in since 2001 and also has a location at 1173 Alpharetta St. in Roswell...JOHN SPINK/AJC file photo

La Petite Maison started serving Southern French food at 6510 Roswell Road in Atlanta in 2007.Phil Skinner/AJC file photo

Alsatian fare has been at the menu at Cafe Alsace at 121 E. Ponce de Leon Ave. in Decatur since 1997.Brant Sanderlin/AJC file photo

Casual southern French bistro Anis Cafe & Bistro has been open at 2974 Grandview Ave. in Buckhead since 1994.Becky Stein/AJC file photo

Buckhead Life restuarant Bistro Niko opened at 3344 Peachtree Road in Buckhead in 2009.HANDOUT/AJC file photo

Atmosphere opened at 1620 Piedmont Ave. NE in Ansley Park in 2002.Becky Stein/Special

Henri's Bakery is not only the oldest French bakery in Atlanta, but also one of the city's oldest businesses. The bakery, which opened in 1929, was previously located at Peachtree and 10th streets, Rhodes Center...LOUIE FAVORITE/AJC file photo

Au Rendez-Vous opened in Brookhaven in 2002 and moved to its current location at 4102 Clairmont Road in Chamblee in 2013.AJC file photo

Atlanta Airport parking lot, February 1969. N48-002_01, Tracy O'Neal Photographic Collection, 1923-1975, Photographic Collection. Special Collections and Archives, Georgia State University.Tracy O’Neal

The original caption from October 1969: "Atlanta Stadium was packed for the playoffs...the Braves were cheered on by supporters like (left to right) Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Montgomery and Mr. and Mrs. Mills B. Lane...AJC file

The Ambassador Restaurant at 3850 Roswell Road (just north of Powers Ferry Road) in September 1969. N48-005_a, Tracy O'Neal Photographic Collection, 1923-1975, Photographic Collection. Special Collections and Archives...

Braves ticket requests pile in as office workers sort through the mail before the World Series, September 1969.Marion Crowe/AJC

The original caption from November 1969: "The heart of Georgia's rugged defense goes over the latest report on Auburn's credentials. Sitting: David McKnight (from left), Tim Callaway, Lee Daniel. Standing: Steve...Charles Bennett/AJC

Carnegie Library (Atlanta Public Library) in downtown Atlanta, 1969. It stood on the site of the current Central Library and was torn down in 1977.Hugh Stovall/AJC

Ron Reed (right) and Orlando Cepeda (back to camera) celebrate in clubhouse after winning the National League West division in September 1969.AJC file

The Atlanta Chiefs, seen here in July 1969, included Boy-Boy Motaung (from left), Nick Papadakis, Everald Cummings, Freddie Mwila, Emment Kapengwe, Graham Newton and Mike Ash.Robert Connell/AJC

The original caption from July 1969: "Hippies and police eye each other cautiously as tension rises in the 10th Street district. Both the officers and the 'Freaks' claim they are being harassed -- by each other...

The original caption from September 1969: "Tear gas rises over Piedmont Park field as police hurl canisters into angry group of hippies. Crowd of 1,000 on hand for folk music concert. Melee erupts when youth arrested...Noel Davis

The original caption from September 1969: "Police nightsticks swing in Piedmont Park melee. 35 to 40 policemen called to subdue crowd at concert.” Escalating tensions between police and the hippie community centered...Noel Davis

Fine Arts Cinema  (later the Garden Hills Cinema) at 2835 Peachtree Road NE.  N48-111_a, Tracy O'Neal Photographic Collection, 1923-1975, Photographic Collection. Special Collections and Archives, Georgia State...Tracy O’Neal

Hank Aaron and Mayor Ivan Allen Jr during an interview in the locker room, 1969AJC file

Hank Aaron, 1969Floyd Jillson/AJC

The original caption from December 1969: "It is the first Christmas away from home for some hippies. Older residents will string beads for them as Christmas presents."Charles R. Pugh Jr./AJC

In April 1969, Atlanta Mayor Ivan Allen puts a wreath on the grave of Martin Luther King Jr. one year after his death.Marion Crowe

Atlanta Braves' players Clete Boyer, Phil Niekro and Orlando Cepeda, May 1969.Marion Crowe

Piedmont Hospital gift shop, June 1969. LBSCB13-091a, Lane Brothers Commercial Photographers Photographic Collection, 1920-1976. Photographic Collection, Special Collections and Archives, Georgia State University...Lane Brothers Commercial Photographers

The original caption from December 1969: “Smiling Jack Franco to close delicatessen. Shop sandwiched between hippie businesses.”Joe McTyre/AJC

The original caption, from December 1969: "Here's Our New Runway: Atlanta Airport's newly completed main runway stretches 10,000 feet into the distance, making cars and trucks (foreground) look tiny by comparison...AJC file

Students from the Teasley School fly some kites they made in Smyrna, March 1969.Marion Crowe/AJC

This photo accompanied a story about Southwest Atlanta for Progress (SWAP) taking a survey of neighborhood racial percentages in October 1969. The caption noted that 96 percent of the students at Southwest High...Chuck Vollertsen/AJC

Old Grist Mill at Stone Mountain in 1969. The mill's original site was near Ellijay. It was moved to Stone Mountain Park in 1965.AJC file

Traffic congestion on the Downtown Connector, looking southeast towards the Equitable Building in downtown Atlanta in May 1969.J.C. Lee/AJC

Traffic on Atlanta’s Downtown Connector looking south from 5th Street on April 17, 1969.J.C. Lee

Robert W. Woodruff on horseback, hunting at his Ichauway plantation in Southwest Georgia near Newton on January 9, 1969.AJC file

Set of baseball tickets for the Braves in the World Series, 1969. The Braves missed out, though, losing to the New York Mets in the National League Championship game.AJC file

The original caption from November 1969: "Lights Go On. Atlanta's Christmas season is now official. The lighting of the giant tree at Rich's, an annual event, was witnessed by a crowd of more than 100,000. A 500-voice...Dwight Ross Jr.

A garage with a bedroom on top was added to the house, connected by a breezeway with wooden swings. For the architectural design, the Porches hired David Doran of Classical Concepts.Text by Kat Khoury Photos by Reann Huber

The Porches bought the 1972 Marietta ranch in 2017, starting renovations the day they closed with the help of Jason's father Clark Porche, owner of Monogram Homes. The home has 4,500 square feet, five bedrooms and...Text by Kat Khoury Photos by Reann Huber

The Porches covered the raised patio next to the pool to make the space easier to enjoy in the heat. They added skylights in order to allow the natural light to come inside.Text by Kat Khoury Photos by Reann Huber

The house now has the look of a modern farmhouse, but it retains reminders of a split-level ranch, with a few stairs separating each of the four floors.Text by Kat Khoury Photos by Reann Huber

A landing on the top floor doubles as an office with a corner desk from Pottery Barn. The space is open to the rest of the house, and texture was added with grasscloth wallpaper. Text by Kat Khoury/Fast Copy News...HANDOUT

The Porches renovated two houses, if you count this playhouse from Costco that they turned into the chic "Porche City Market" for their two young daughters. The market is in a playroom next to the basement den.Text by Kat Khoury Photos by Reann Huber

The basement sunroom was added by the previous owners. The Porches made adjustments to the built-ins to accommodate a flat-screen television. Outfitted with a couch and chairs from Pottery Barn, and a table from...Text by Kat Khoury Photos by Reann Huber

A custom kegerator built by Jason Porche completed the basement bar, along with decor from Target, a prep sink from Sinkology and faucet from Pfister. Text by Kat Khoury/Fast Copy News Service. Photo by Reann Huber/Fast...Text by Kat Khoury / Photos by Reann Huber

Woven stools from Ballard Designs draw the natural wood tones from the floor upward and the dark metal legs match the pendants from Shades of Light. Text by Kat Khoury/Fast Copy News Service. Photo by Reann Huber/Fast...Text by Kat Khoury/Photos by Reann Huber

With a kitchen island spanning 13 feet, the renovated white kitchen has become a natural gathering place for the family and guests. The pendants are from Shades of Light and the woven bar stools are from Ballard...Text by Kat Khoury / Photos by Reann Huber

The style of the chandelier lighting, like this Pottery Barn light fixture above the dining room table, brings a touch of farmhouse style to the Porches' interior renovations.Text by Kat Khoury / Photos by Reann Huber

The girls' rooms are connected by two mirror-image bathrooms. Since the window seat area is narrow, doors from Swinging Cafe Doors provide privacy for the toilets without blocking the space with full doors.Text by Kat Khoury Photos by Reann Huber

Avery's upholstered bed is from RH, and her room enjoys the same soft glow as Hadley's with Crystorama wall sconces from Build.com.Text by Kat Khoury/ Photos by Reann Huber

In the girls' bathrooms, the vanities and floor tile are from Lowe's and the mirrors from HomeGoods. A chandelier from PBteen marks the center of the shared bathrooms. The wall sconces are from Pottery Barn.Text by Kat Khoury/ Photos by Reann Huber

Crystorama wall sconces from Build.com surround Hadley's daybed with a soft glow.Text by Kat Khoury/ Photos by Reann Huber

As part of the renovations, the Porches expanded and upgraded the laundry room. In addition to the Samsung appliances, they added a copper sink from Sinkology and a drying rack from Pottery Barn.Text by Kat Khoury/ Photos by Reann Huber

While Emily Porche maintained a neutral palette, relying mainly on shades of white and cream, the brown tones in features like the mantel, exposed beams and leather armchairs add contrast. The furniture is from...Text by Kat Khoury/ Photos by Reann Huber

A deep RH couch in the master sunroom is paired with a custom ottoman. The draperies and rug are from Pottery Barn.Text by Kat Khoury/ Photos by Reann Huber

Skylights bring in the wooded view and light, while a beamed ceiling and chandelier from RH fit with the modern farmhouse interior.Text by Kat Khoury/ Photos by Reann Huber

The tufted bed from Ballard Designs and a rug from Pottery Barn bring the modern farmhouse feel into the master bedroom.Text by Kat Khoury/ Photos by Reann Huber

The renovation opened up the main floor so that the kitchen is connected to the rest of the living spaces. The kitchen also enjoys unobstructed views of the pool and the Indian Hills Country Club golf course.Text by Kat Khoury/ Photos by Reann Huber

Emily Porche is a marketing professional who also blogs about interior design (theporcheplace.com). She and her family moved into their Marietta home in 2017.Text by Kat Khoury Photos by Reann Huber

2 Sistas Soul Food sells tostones rellenos, adorable little cups of fried plantain filled with meat and served with a fresh cilantro-garlic sauce. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Henri Hollis

The samosa pav from Cherians International Grocery. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Atlanta Restaurant Scene

The brisket sandwich and other dishes at Pit Boss BBQ.Ligaya Figueras

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The Chile Colorado at Agavero Cantina will have you thinking Mexican next time you're caught in cold weather. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Henri Hollis

The bacon, fig and brie tartine at Amélie's French Bakery & Café. PHOTO COURTESY OF AMELIE'S FRENCH BAKERY & CAFEHenri Hollis/Atlanta Restaurant Scene

Pastry chef Lasheeda Perry created the Biscoff Cream Pie at Bar Margot after she was inspired on a flight to Atlanta. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Atlanta Restaurant Scene

The Monday special at Bone Garden Cantina is a plateful of chimichangas. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Atlanta Restaurant Scene

Botiwalla lamb burgers at Ponce City Market feature pronounced Indian flavors. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Atlanta Restaurant Scene

Shrimp remoulade at Bread & Butterfly is light and elegant, but packed with plenty of flavor. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Henri Hollis

The elote creamed corn at DAS BBQ captures the flavor and flair of Mexican street corn. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Atlanta Restaurant Scene

Chili con Queso Compuesto at the El Felix adds brisket, pico de gallo and guacamole. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Atlanta Restaurant Scene

The densely-packed falafel wrap at Grecian Gyro will only cost you $6. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Atlanta Restaurant Scene

Squid ink spaghetti with calamari, Calabrian chiles and Thai basil pesto at La Tavola Trattoria. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Atlanta Restaurant Scene

The Tom Ka coconut soup at Little Bangkok is served in spectacular fashion. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Atlanta Restaurant Scene

The simply-named Empanada de Pollo at Loca Luna belies the complexity of flavors found inside. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Henri Hollis

The Blue Christmas at Miracle on Highland is actually a refined and delicious crab cake. COURTESY OF PARISH

The Pitssburgher at Roswell's Peach & the Porkchop. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Atlanta Restaurant Scene

The plantain empanadas at Porch Light Latin Kitchen have a decidedly rustic appearance. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Atlanta Restaurant Scene

The brown stew chicken with rice and peas and collard greens at Rodney's Jamaican Soul Food. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Atlanta Restaurant Scene

The mirza ghasemi at Rumi's Kitchen in Sandy Springs. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Atlanta Restaurant Scene

The Extra Spicy Dragon Toes at Six Feet Under may sound intimidating, but they're surprisingly well-balanced. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Henri Hollis

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The Pork Sung Roll at Sweet Hut is almost a brunch unto itself, and it's only a couple of dollars. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Henri Hollis

The bone-in curry goat combination meal with warm roti at Tassa Roti Shop in Marietta. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Atlanta Restaurant Scene

The Dat Ish Wrap from Tassili's Raw Reality is the size of a burrito and packs a heavy punch in terms of both flavor and satisfaction. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Henri Hollis

Terri's Cafe loads its Kitchen Sink burger with toppings on a feta- and spinach-stuffed turkey patty. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Henri Hollis

The Baltimore Pit Beef sandwich at the Brake Pad in College Park. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Atlanta Restaurant Scene

The Imperial in Oakhurst goes all in with their Poutine de Georgia, french fries topped with pimiento cheese, beef gravy and bacon. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Atlanta Restaurant Scene

A poké bowl topped with the PokéSpot's signature avocado boat. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Atlanta Restaurant Scene

The Boerewors Sandwich is a traditional sausage hoagie from South Africa. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Henri Hollis

The delightfully messy potato and chorizo pambazo from Tortas Factory del D.F. on Buford Highway. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Henri Hollis

The squash pie at True Food Kitchen is made with a filling of smooth, surprisingly creamy butternut squash, and is both vegan and gluten-free. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Henri Hollis

The Kitchen Sink Pizza at Urban Pie is a local take on the classic supreme pie. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Atlanta Restaurant Scene

The top-line menu item at Yumbii is the delicious Asian Rib-Eye Beef with Korean chili sauce and soy-sesame vinaigrette. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Henri Hollis

Lobster Chowder, Puff Pastry at Marcel. CONTRIBUTED BY ANDREW THOMAS LEE

The Forbidden Rice bowl at Flower Child is like a guiltless, but still very tasty, version of your favorite Asian takeout. PHOTO COURTESY OF FLOWER CHILD

Chefs from Chai Pani prepare Pani Puri, with a sackful of empty puri waiting to be filled. COURTESY OF CHAI PANI

The Campfire S'mores Concrete from Shake Shack uses dark chocolate from Atlanta-based Xocolatl, making for an excellent autumnal treat. PHOTO COURTESY OF SHAKE SHACK

A hotpot meal with herbal broth (left) and the vegetarian entree (right) at J's Mini Hotpot Deluxe. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Atlanta Restaurant Scene

Meatball Tagine at Marrakech Express / Photo by Wyatt WilliamsLigaya Figueras/Atlanta Restaurant Scene

Cheese Puffs at Sushi Itto, a neighborhood restaurant at the intersection of Briarcliff and Lavista roads. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Atlanta Restaurant Scene

The BO-Mi, one of the more classic takes on the banh mi at a new Vietnamese joint called Bun Mi in south Buckhead.HANDOUT/Henri Hollis

Canoe's Peppercorn Crusted Kangaroo is balanced with playful Asian ingredients like wasabi and ginger. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Henri Hollis

The Grateful Veg sandwich at Milton's Peace Love & Pizza doesn't reinvent the wheel, but it nails the formula for a great vegetarian sandwich. CONTRIBUTED BY HENRI HOLLISHenri Hollis/Henri Hollis

Mofongo at Buen Provecho / Photo credit: Wyatt WilliamsLigaya Figueras/Atlanta Restaurant Scene

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