Author Jackson Pearce's office space looks out to the backyard and her "chicken fortress." The paneled walls are painted with Behr's Gentle Rain.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A collection of prints top a green cabinet, which was a Facebook Marketplace find and now is in the dining room of the Decatur home.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A mug collection is on display next to artwork featuring bighorn sheep, which were found on Craigslist.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The wall decor is one way author Jackson Pearce brings whimsy into her home office. She lightened up the dark pine paneling with Behr's Gentle Rain.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Homeowner Jackson Pearce refinished the dining room table, which was passed down from fiance Nelson Dean' grandmother. The room's decor includes a poster from "The Great War," a YouTube series on World War I and...Christopher Oquendo Atlanta Phot

An archway opens the dining room in the 1950s ranch home into the renovated kitchen.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

An "I love this town" screenprint by InkyMixtape hangs next to a Craigslist-purchased bookshelf. A robot created by Michael Klapthor stands on top. The pair of dining room chairs was bought off Facebook and the...Christopher Oquendo Atlanta Phot

A pair of Rifle Paper Co. prints featuring the Fox Theater in Atlanta and the Eiffel Tower and Arc de Triomphe in Paris are side-by-side in the Decatur home. "I love color, references to the city itself, and personality...Christopher Oquendo Atlanta Phot

The renovated kitchen now has marble subway tile and repainted cabinets, and the blue tile counter was replaced with Ikea butcher block countertops. Homeowner Jackson Pearce's father make the countertop cuts, which...Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A farmhouse sink purchased on eBay was installed during the renovations in Jackson Pearce’s 1950s ranch house in Decatur. "I love that it has clean lines without looking especially modern or sterile," she said...Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Whimsy flows into the master bathroom with a model boat and an illustrated sea design from ModCloth. The ship on the shelf is a miniature replica of the Cornelia Marie from the TV series, "Deadliest Catch."Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The master bedroom furniture was acquired in a number of ways. One of the dressers is from a dance studio estate sale, while another dresser is a family antique and a nightstand is an old typewriter table.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The”B” is from the Borders bookstore, where homeowner Jackson Pearce said she wrote her first book as a high school student. “I will never part with my Borders  B,’”she said.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The “chicken fortress” is Decatur homeowner Jackson Pearce’s favorite outdoor feature. Pearce built the coop using a plan from TheGardenCoop.com before adding her own additions. Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo 

The "chicken fortress" is Decatur homeowner Jackson Pearce's favorite outdoor feature. Pearce built the coop using a plan from TheGardenCoop.com before adding her own additions.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The chicken coop and run now houses seven chickens that her fiance, teacher Nelson Dean, named after females in history, including Eleanor of Aquitaine and Frida Kahlo.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A rooster decoration hangs from the chicken coop in author Jackson Pearce's Decatur backyard.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The three-bedroom, one-and-a-half bathroom ranch home, with a front garden, was built in 1955 in Decatur.

Jackson Pearce, an author of middle grade and young adult books, has taken on DIY projects since purchasing her Decatur home.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The UGA Savannah River Ecology Laboratory Herpetology Program (http://srelherp.uga.edu) offers everything you need to know to stay safe around snakes. Make sure you visit their website for everything you’d ever...

SCARLET SNAKE -- They’re small and skinny and yes, it’s understandable that folks might mistake them for coral snakes, which are highly venomous. You won’t see them during the day since they’re active at night....

BLACK RACER -- Found from southern Maine to Florida, black racers are active during the day, make their homes in a variety of Southeast habitats and snack on insects, birds, rodents, amphibians, etc. But if you...

RINGNECK SNAKE -- As the name suggests, this common snake has a distinguishing ring around its neck and may have a yellow or orange belly. Northern ringnecks are found in the mountains while the southern subspecies...

EASTERN INDIGO SNAKE -- In Georgia, you’ll have to head south to find this large blue-black snake, the longest native to the U.S.. They’re active only in the daytime and they enjoy a nice buffet of varied prey --...

CORN SNAKE -- This is a juvenile, which looks quite different from...

... an adult. CORN SNAKES get a raw deal (or the business end of a hoe) thanks to often being mistaken for venomous copperheads. But look closely -- the corn snakes blotches are square; the copperhead’s are hourglass-shaped...

RAT SNAKES may be black, yellow or gray and have a wide range throughout the eastern and midwestern U.S. You’ll find them throughout the state of Georgia.  They also thrive in a variety of diverse habitats, from...

Here’s a juvenile RAT SNAKE, whose favorite snacks include small rodents and frogs as well as lizards. INFO BY: J.D. Willson.

The yellow RAT SNAKE is found along the Georgia coast. INFO BY: Trey Dunn - edited by Whit Gibbons.

You’ll find gray RAT SNAKES along the Savannah River in southern South Carolina and in south Georgia. INFO BY: Trey Dunn - edited by Whit Gibbons.

MUD SNAKES rarely come out of  the water, preferring to hide in the aquatic vegetation and various wetlands that make up their habitat. In Georgia, you’ll mostly find them to the south in the Coastal Plain. Amphibians...

This young MUD SNAKE has a vibrant red and black coloration. INFO BY: J.D. Willson.

RAINBOW SNAKES are, like mud snakes, rarely seen outside of the swamps and other water sources in which they live. As their name suggests, these snakes are multi-colored with black, red, pink and yellow scales....

With the nickname “puff adder,” the EASTERN HOGNOSE SNAKE sounds dangerous  and puts on quite a show when threatened, hissing and lunging as it spreads its head and neck skin like a cobra. But these non-venomous...

The SOUTHERN HOGNOSE SNAKE is far less common, found in the sandy and coastal areas of North and South Carolina, Georgia, Florida and some parts of south Alabama. They also enjoy snacking on toads and put on a threat...

The MOLE KINGSNAKE, though rarely seen, makes its home throughout the PIedmont region of the Southeastern U.S. While they spend  most of their time out of sight, you may run across them in open areas like fields...

If you fear venomous snakes, consider yourself lucky if you have a resident EASTERN KINGSNAKE in your yard. These big snakes eat copperheads, rattlesnakes and cottonmouths, along with other snakes, rodents and turtle...

The SCARLET KINGSNAKE is often mistaken for the venomous Eastern coral snake due to its coloration. As SRELHerp writes on its site, these snakes “typically have alternating bands of red, black, and yellow in which...

EASTERN MILKSNAKES , too, are often mistaken for venomous snakes -- specifically, the copperhead. But these harmless snakes are beneficial to anyone looking to keep rodent populations down. You’ll likely find them...

If it’s daytime and it’s hot, you may come across a COACHWHIP -- unless you’re in the North Georgia mountains. These long, slender snakes love sandy soils, such as those in the Georgia Coastal Plain region, and...

The RED-BELLIED WATERSNAKE makes its home in a large swath of south Georgia, excepting the deep southeastern area of the state. They’re found in lakes, creeks, rivers, wetlands and swamps. Amphibians and fish are...

Another non-venomous snake often mistaken for the copperhead is the BANDED WATERSNAKE. These snakes are harmless, however, unless you’re a fish or an amphibian and it’s a banded watersnake’s lunchtime. These water-lovers...

Here’s another look at the banded watersnake.

The GREEN WATERSNAKE is found primarily in Florida, but you’ll find them also in deep south Georgia and along the Savannah River area near the far southern tip of South Carolina. Swamps and marshes are their habitat...

NORTHERN WATERSNAKES are regularly mistaken for the venomous cottonmouth (water moccasin), but these hefty watersnakes are non-venomous. While cottonmouths are generally found only in Georgia’s Coastal Plain, northern...

BROWN WATERSNAKES are large, hefty snakes. Because they prefer fish as prey, they’re more likely to be found in reservoirs and other areas that are permanent water sources. These watersnakes live in the Piedmont...

You’ll find ROUGH GREEN SNAKES climbing in vegetation on the hunt for the insects and spiders they eat. These long, thin snakes are found throughout Georgia and are a protected species in the state. INFO BY: J.D...

Although non-venomous, PINE SNAKES are a threatened species in Georgia and are protected. They’re big, heavy-bodied burrowing snakes that will strike when approached. Pine snakes are found in Georgia’s Coastal Plain...

The STRIPED CRAYFISH SNAKE is found only in a small part of extreme southern Georgia and is a protected species. Rarely seen, these aquatic snakes mostly feed on hard-shelled crayfish (hence their name) or shrimp...

GLOSSY CRAYFISH SNAKES are more prevalent in Georgia’s Coastal Region than the striped crayfish snake, but are similarly water-loving and secretive. Like their striped cousins, they eat mostly crayfish and are rarely...

QUEEN SNAKES also primarily feast on newly molted crayfish, avoiding the hard-shelled variety. Less secretive than their glossy and striped cousins, queen snakes are mostly active during the day and are often found...

Rare in Georgia, the PINE WOODS SNAKE is found mainly in Florida and is also scattered along the Coastal Plain of the southeastern US. They prefer wetland margin areas and woodland habitats, eat other snakes along...

Unless you’re spending your days in boggy, highly-vegetated wetlands you’ll probably not see the BLACK SWAMP SNAKE. These small, black aquatic snakes with bright red bellies are found throughout Florida and along...

Odds are, you’ve come across a BROWN SNAKE while gardening or mowing the lawn or generally being outside in the spring and summer here in metro Atlanta. These shy, harmless snakes are unfortunately often mistaken...

REDBELLIED SNAKES make their home throughout the eastern US, excepting the Florida peninsula. Although related to the brown snake, redbellied snakes are creatures of the forest, generally spurning the suburbs where...

Small and similar in appearance to the brown snake, the FLORIDA BROWN SNAKE is far less widespread than its cousin. They’re found only along the extreme southeastern coast and Okefenokee area of Georgia and are...

SOUTHEASTERN CROWNED SNAKES are distinguished by the black bands on their heads. You’ll find them in a variety of southeastern US states, but they are absent from southern Georgia and the Florida peninsula. They...

Where the Southeastern Crowned Snake is absent, the FLORIDA CROWNED SNAKE is prevalent. They’re mostly found in peninsular central Florida (hence their name) and has been found in only a few extreme south Georgia...

EASTERN RIBBON SNAKES resemble their cousins, eastern garter snakes, but are more slender and are differently striped. They’re found throughout the eastern US, excepting the Appalachian Mountains. Semiaquatic, these...

It’s easy to see how EASTERN GARTER SNAKES and their cousins, eastern ribbon snakes, are confused. Both are distinctively striped, both prefer habitats near water and both feed on fish and amphibians. But garter...

In Georgia, the ROUGH EARTH SNAKE makes its home mainly in the central and southern areas of the state. It’s rare in the Piedmont region and is absent from southwest Georgia and peninsular Florida. These small,...

The SMOOTH EARTH SNAKE is a heavy-bodied snake with a pointed snout. More prevalent throughout the state of Georgia and the southeastern US, the smooth earth snake is, like its rough-scaled relative, absent from...

The 1920 neoclassical home contains 6,000 square feet, four bedrooms, four baths and two half baths. The home, located on 2 acres, was on the 2018 Druid Hills Tour of Homes. Text by Marena Galluccio/Fast Copy News...Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Dining chairs with gingham upholstery encircle a table in the eat-in kitchen. Crystals dangle from the sconces next to windows with views of the Japanese maples on the Druid Hills property.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The 1920s sleeping porch was converted into the home office. An antique gaming table from Antiques Gallery of Sarasota, a vendor at Scott Antiques Market, and acrylic chairs are placed on an antique Persian rug...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A turn-of-the-century Italian chandelier is a glamorous addition in the renovated kitchen. The countertops are quartzite, and the cabinets were custom built by now-retired David Couture.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Homeowners Judy and Tony Ragunas designed, installed and painted the coffered ceiling with herringbone inlay in their home office.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

During the 2014 renovation, plaster molding was installed on the ceiling to enhance the room's European flair, and a plaster mantel and surround were added to the fireplace. The wood flooring was custom cut and...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

An early 20th century cowbell from Switzerland hangs on the wall in Tony and Judy Ragunas' kitchen.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The neoclassical home's interiors include a mix of antiques and collected works of art. The trio of early 20th century paintings on wood in gold frames are from Venice. At the stair landing is an oil on linen painting...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The salon's standout elements include a RH chandelier with faceted crystal spheres and the fireplace surround. The French doors lead to the sunroom.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The renovation of Judy and Tony Ragunas' 1920 Druid Hills home includes the family room with paneled walls. The plaster cove crown moldings, however, are original to the home.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Hand-painted chinoiserie Gracie wallpaper lends the dining room to an Asian design.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Keith Abney's "Spring on the Dale" (right) and a piece by David Kidd are among original art throughout the home.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A Louis XVI French trumeau shows the homeowners' appreciation for European antiques in their neoclassical home in Atlanta.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The fireplace surround in the salon is original to the house, but homeowner Judy Ragunas said a previous owner painted it.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The master bath was expanded by using a former sitting room off the master bedroom. Murano glass chandeliers and sconces join raised metal sinks with fleur de lis detailing. The bathroom also has original heart...Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The renovated sunroom features a coffered ceiling and herringbone limestone floor. The Venetian chandelier was purchased at Vetreria Artistica Gritti, a Murano glass factory in Italy.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A trio of bar chairs pull up to the granite countertop in the kitchen of the pool house.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A canopy daybed from Pottery Barn, along with a hanging rattan chair from Pier1, are one of the many places to sit around the pool.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

More than 15 Japanese maples were added to the 2-acre Atlanta property, which now contains more than 60 Japanese maples, including several that are over 50 years ago, say the homeowners. Tony and Judy Ragunas created...Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A spa was added to the pool after the homeowners moved in during 2012, to further give a resort-feel to the backyard in Atlanta's Druid Hills neighborhood.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

In the summer, the original indoor fountain was replumbed to convert it from a faucet spigot that ran down the drain to a recirculated pump system.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Homeowners Tony and Judy Ragunas and their children, Madeleine and Vince, moved in 2012 into a 1920 neoclassical house in Atlanta's Druid Hills neighborhood. Tony works in private equity, and Judy is a stay-at-home...Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The 4,878-square-foot Atlanta home was built in 2018 with six bedrooms and five-and-a-half baths. David Goldschmidt, principal at DiG Architects, designed his personal home and worked with Post + Beam Builders.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The home' minimalist design brings in light and various views of the landscaped yard by using windows at various heights. A pair of white Panton chairs from Vitra are ready to be pulled up at the table, underneath...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A glass dining table with a geometric wood base from Sovet is surrounded by white plastic Panton chairs from Vitra. Wood paneling borders the wall in the open kitchen and dining area.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The minimalist kitchen features an island of Caesarstone quartz countertops and a half dozen stools from CB2. The oven is by Miele. The backsplash tile is Caesarstone quartz.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The living room is David Goldschmidt's favorite room in the minimalist Atlanta home he designed because of its natural light and calming wooded view, he said.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The Velux skylights in the living room and dining room are a favorite feature, said Atlanta homeowner and architect David Goldschmidt, because of the "shifting light patterns throughout the day."Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The floors are white oak with Rubio Monocoat, an all-natural oil wood floor finish.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The Wiggle Side Chair by Frank Gehry is David Goldschmidt's favorite piece because it is a "simple, sculptural and made of an unusual material," which is cardboard.

A pair of deep maroon Marmaris chairs offer seating around a glass and chrome coffee table from sohoConcept in David and Debra Goldschmidt's minimalist home. Built-in bookshelves are lined with books on history...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A vanity with dual sinks and a pair of frameless mirrors continue the minimalist interiors in one of the five-and-a-half baths in David and Debra Goldschmidt' Atlanta home.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A bamboo Buden bed by Stem with gray bedding is joined by a red chair from Vitra in one of the children's bedrooms. The dresser displays Lego sets, including Big Ben and a Lego Technic Porsche.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The basement recreation room is filled with a collection of seating, including a pair of white leatherette Nova Metal arm chairs from sohoConcept and a sofa. The rust brown Voido chair, designed by Ron Arad from...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A baby grand piano is placed near the grand staircase by Image Design Stairs that homeowner David Goldschmidt said is like an M.C. Escher sketch.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The breezeway serves as a spot for gathering and viewing the terraced garden and home's exterior walls made of fiber cement board and Ipe wood. The contemporary outdoor furniture is from Vondom and Vitra.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The One Night Stand sleeper sofa in Edwards light gray from Blu Dot is among the modern furnishings in the new Atlanta home. The blue West Elm carpet appears to pick up the tones of the hardscaping seen through...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A photograph by John Richter brings a burst of red into the stark foyer with a piano. Text by Marena Galluccio/Fast Copy News Service.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The house is composed of two bars that sit on top of one another, architect and homeowner David Goldschmidt said. One area is for public spaces, including the garage and guest suite, while the other area is for...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The exterior features natural Ipe wood and gray fiber cement board paneling. Core Landscape designed the terraced garden.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

David and Debra Goldschmidt built their minimalist home in Atlanta's Toco Hills in 2018. David is the principal of DiG Architects and Debra is a journalist. (Christopher Oquendo www.ophotography.com)Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

White curtains give a casual, breezy look to the front porch of Andy McKeegan's Kirkwood bungalow. He painted the ceiling haint blue, which is a Southern tradition. The two-bedroom, two-bath Craftsman bungalow was...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Homeowner Andy McKeegan purchased the home in 2013 and renovated the bungalow. Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

One seating area on the Kirkwood front porch has a pair of white rocking chairs around a table made by Andy McKeegan out of a pallet.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The gun cabinet in the foyer contains a collection started by Andy McKeegan's grandfather and continued by McKeegan.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The 1922 Craftsman bungalow will be one of the homes featured in the Kirkwood Spring Fling and Tour of Homes on May 19-20. (Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com)Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Homeowner Andy McKeegan's pets are his 20 chickens that hang out in the coop and chicken run in his Kirkwood backyard. "I eat their eggs, but I do not eat them," McKeegan said. "They're lots of fun."Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The chicken coop, made with beadboard on the exterior and a red door, matches the architecture and palette of the Craftsman bungalow.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Andy McKeegan's favorite piece is his 19th century ice chest, which Kara O'Brien Renovations found. It's now used as a bar in his Kirkwood bungalow with supplies like copper mugs and bourbon.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A pair of antique French doors, found by Kara O'Brien Renovations, open into the dining room of Andy McKeegan's Craftsman-style home. McKeegan built the dining table out of lumber salvaged from an old cotton mill...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A map of Atlanta neighborhoods, including the Kirkwood community, and a gavel, an antique store find, rest on the mantel of an original fireplace in Andy McKeegan's Craftsman home.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The wall between the kitchen and the dining room was removed, and the entire kitchen was renovated to include marble countertops, subway tile and a Samsung range.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Eggs from Andy McKeegan's 20 chickens are in wired baskets along the leathered Alba Vera marble countertops. The upgraded kitchen was part of the $100,000 in renovations to the 1922 home.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A pair of birch tree branches, a cow hide and chicken throw pillow are among the country chic decor.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Andy McKeegan's love for his chickens comes out of the coop and into the home with accessories like a chevron throw pillow on a leather and wooden chair with nailhead trim.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The living room is Andy McKeegan's favorite renovated space in his 1922 Kirkwood home. "I had the fireplace and chimney restructured to burn wood as well as restoring the casement windows and building in the bookcases...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A bowl sink and pitcher top the chest of drawers-turned-sink stand in the guest bathroom.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A rustic chest of drawers was converted into a vanity with a bowl sink in a bathroom of the Kirkwood home. Beadboard travels around the space under blue walls.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Andy McKeegan's master bedroom has one of the three restored fireplaces in the renovated Craftsman home, which is on the Kirkwood Spring Fling Tour of Homes on May 19-20.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Andy McKeegan stands in front of his chicken coop in his backyard in Atlanta's Kirkwood neighborhood. Andy is a real estate agent for Keller Williams Realty Atlanta Intown.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

When Deana Kingsbury purchased her Druid Hills home in 2015, she spotted her birthdate stamped on the exterior bricks. The 4,200-square-foot house, which was built in 1926, contains five bedrooms and four-and-a-half...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The doorway composed of repurposed bricks from the home's exterior leads to the master bedroom. Additional details include white shiplap on the ceiling.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Electric yellow-green drapes hang around palladium windows, and a teal sofa sourced by Wolf Design Group infuses jewel tones.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo/ www.ophotography.com

Deana Kingsbury's sunny contemporary sitting room features a teal sofa and yellow-green drapes. Multi-colored accent pillows bring in texture, while the agate and stained brass sconces bring in a natural element...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo/ www.ophotography.com

Blue faux leather barn doors with gold nailhead trim separate the living space from the sitting room in Atlanta's Druid Hills neighborhood.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Kingsbury found the wooden and red metal bench bench at Kudzu Antiques + Modern.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The table, from Kudzu Antiques + Modern, has a top made from the reclaimed wood of a bowling alley floor, homeowner Deana Kingsbury said.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The dining room is painted teal with a patterned tile floor and a glass chandelier and artwork in keeping with the home's contemporary interior design style. Text by Marena Galluccio/Fast Copy News Service.(Christopher...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The dining room is painted teal with a patterned tile floor and a glass chandelier and artwork in keeping with the home's contemporary interior design style.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The 10-foot island's quartzite was selected because homeowner Deana Kingsbury said it looks like Vincent Van Gogh's "The Starry Night" painting.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The kitchen has a number of striking elements, including a white professional-grade Viking range, blue cabinetry and a white-and-gray countertop in a waterfall style. The iridescent backsplash tile contains blues...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo/ www.ophotography.com

The stone fireplace by Francois & Co. was inspired by the style of the limestone header of the front door in the 1926 home in the Atlanta neighborhood.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Deana Kingsbury's sitting room in her Leila Ross Wilburn-designed home is filled with contemporary pieces like a sputnik-style fixture, curved teal sofa and gold-leafed coffee table.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

White subway tile encompasses the renovated master bathroom in the 1926 Druid Hills home. A walk-in shower with frameless glass doors includes unlacquered brass hardware.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A vaulted ceiling with white shiplap adds extra interior in the master bedroom. The navy bedding and wood headboard ground the space, while the sunburst mirror is a shape found elsewhere in the home.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The porte cochere is a key architectural element in the 1926 residence, which was designed by Atlanta architect Leila Ross Wilburn.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The carriage house is now a one-bedroom studio apartment with a kitchenette above the garage. The building, with a Spanish barrel tile roof, was renovated byText by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo/ www.ophotography.com

The outdoor fireplace was renovated as part of overall changes to the home and property in Atlanta's Druid Hills neighborhood.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A wooden outdoor dining table with chairs provides a place to dine in Deana Kingsbury's Druid Hills backyard, which has astroturf.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo/ www.ophotography.com

Deana Kingsbury's backyard contains a pool, outdoor fireplace and dining area. "It always looks like summertime in our backyard," she said.

Deana Kingsbury, who is a portrait photographer, purchased her 1926 Leila Ross Wilburn-designed home in 2015. The home is on the 50th anniversary of the Druid Hills Tour of Homes & Gardens on April 20-22.

 Mark Ware poses for a photograph by a large cross before the start of the 74th annual sunrise service on top of Stone Mountain Sunday, April 1, 2018 STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC

People gather around a large cross as a full moon shines down on them before the start of the 74th annual Easter sunrise service on top of Stone Mountain Sunday, April 1, 2018. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC

Frank Fore, checks his phone before the start of the 74th annual Easter sunrise service on top of Stone Mountain Sunday, April 1, 2018. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC

 Kating Ware and her daughter Shavonia Heyward take a photograph together after the end of the 74th annual Easter sunrise service on top of Stone Mountain Sunday, April 1, 2018. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC

Amiah Hartman (L) and Camille Cox watch the morning service during the 74th annual Easter sunrise service on top of Stone Mountain Sunday, April 1, 2018.STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC

A large crowd gathers for the 74th annual Easter sunrise service on top of Stone Mountain Sunday, April 1, 2018. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC

Cyndi Kalafut (C) with her two children Jonah (L) and Olivia watch the morning service during the 74th annual Easter sunrise service on top of Stone Mountain Sunday, April 1, 2018. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC

The Community Choir sings as a full moon shines down on them at the start of the 74th annual Easter sunrise service on top of Stone Mountain Sunday, April 1, 2018.STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC

 People fill the top of Stone Mountain during the 74th annual Easter sunrise service on top of Stone Mountain Sunday, April 1, 2018.STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC

Lisa and Mike Hackett enjoy the beautiful morning after the 74th annual Easter sunrise service on top of Stone Mountain Sunday, April 1, 2018. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC

Leslie Morgan sings along with the choir during the 74th annual Easter sunrise service on top of Stone Mountain Sunday, April 1, 2018.STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC

The Community Choir sings at the start of the 74th annual Easter sunrise service on top of Stone Mountain Sunday, April 1, 2018. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC

This home was built in 1998, but Rothman + Rothman renovated the porch, living room and kitchen, which is on the Junior League of Atlanta's Tour of Kitchens on March 24-25.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Italian-inspired tile from Specialty Tile bordered white wood planks and the Bertazzoni range and hood create a dramatic focal point in the renovated Brookhaven kitchen.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo/ Christopher Oquendo www.ophoto

The breakfast nook features a table and chairs from RH and a drink bar with a Miele coffee system and Monogram wine storage units.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo/ Christopher Oquendo www.ophoto

The breakfast nook in Lori Holt and Brian Chandler's home doubles as a coffee and wine bar. Dual wine storage by Monogram holds 48 bottles each. A Miele coffee system also is built in, on marble countertops with...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo/ Christopher Oquendo www.ophoto

The black-and-chrome Bertazzoni range is Brian Chandler's favorite piece in his renovated kitchen by Rothman + Rothman. The six-burner cooktop is among the new appliances in the kitchen.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo/ Christopher Oquendo www.ophoto

The appliances are from Guy Gunter. White wood planks and thin candle-like sconces by RH frame the cooking area.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo/ Christopher Oquendo www.ophoto

The brick traditional Brookhaven home was purchased by Lori Holt and Brian Chandler in 2009. The home, built in 1998, has three bedrooms, two-and-a-half baths and about 3,500 square feet.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo/ Christopher Oquendo www.ophoto

The homeowners and their guests can perch on a trio of wooden and metal bar chairs from Wayfair at the new island. The Superlative marble is from Stone Connection.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The modern living room also was part of the renovation. The built-ins were existing, but the designers updated the fireplace, which now has honed black granite. The recliners and sofa are by Mitchell Gold and Bob...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo/ Christopher Oquendo www.ophoto

A leather chair from Stanton Home Furnishings is covered with a reindeer pelt throw next to an accent table, also from Stanton. The rug is from Steve McKenzie's.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A velvet sofa by Mitchell Gold and Bob Williams adds jewel-toned pizazz to the living room.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo/ Christopher Oquendo www.ophoto

Mounted antlers bookend the arched living room entryway with a transom. A pendant light hangs over an round, spindle-leg table atop a hide rug in the Brookhaven home.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A sofa with a zebra-inspired fabric is paired with a trunk that doubles as a coffee table in the Brookhaven home. The Louis XV chair and table are ready for a game of chess at any time.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A mounted unicorn head inspired by Dr. Seuss' book, "And To Think That I Saw It on Mulberry Street," and a Sawfish sculpture add whimsy to the stairway. "Those are very dear to us," said Lori Holt.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The clawfoot tub in the master bath is one of Lori Holt's favorite updates in the renovations. The refinished cast iron tub is from the 1930s.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo/ Christopher Oquendo www.ophoto

Below a decorative window is a recreation of "Cat Detective in the Wrong Part of Town" by Dr. Seuss. It was adapted posthumously from the 1969 original pencil and watercolor on illustration board.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The space is outfitted with an outdoor sofa, chairs, ottomans and coffee table.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo/ Christopher Oquendo www.ophoto

Lori Holt and Brian Chandler purchased their Brookhaven home in 2009. Brian manages the technical support desk for Northside Hospital. Lori is senior vice president of fuels and co-owned assets for Oglethorpe Power...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo/ Christopher Oquendo www.ophoto

The brick traditional Brookhaven home was purchased by Lori Holt and Brian Chandler in 2009. The home, built in 1998, has three bedrooms, two-and-a-half baths and about 3,500 square feet.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo/ Christopher Oquendo www.ophoto

Students at Inman Middle School in Virginia-Highland display protest signs. AMANDA COYNE / AJC

In Clayton County, Mundy’s Mill Middle School seventh grader Deonte Barkley created a poster for the protest. MITCHELL NORTHAM / AJC

In Cobb County, a group of about 40 Walton High parents and community members observe a moment of silence outside the school at 10 a.m. VANESSA McCRAY / AJC

DeKalb County: Students at Decatur High show solidarity with Parkland (Fl.) students. 

In Cobb County, Sprayberry High School resource officers and teachers were posted outside to make sure students would not leave the campus. JOHN SPINK / AJC

Atlanta City Councilmembers and City of Atlanta employees participate in #nationalwalkoutday in support of the students of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Fla. and the nationwide protest. ATLANTA...

ATLANTA PUBLIC SCHOOLS: Students at Washington High planned a silent protest by taking a knee and bowing in the hallways to honor 17 victims in the Marjory Stoneman Douglas shooting. LATISHA GRAY / TWITTER

GWINNETT COUNTY: The protest scene at Lambert High School in Suwanee. TWITTER-SUBMITTED

FULTON COUNTY: Northview High School students show protest posters. KRISTEN HAROLD / TWITTER

West Forsyth High students carry balloons as part of their protest. FROM TWITTER

COBB COUNTY: Marietta High students participate in the walkout. MARIETTA CITY SCHOOLS / TWITTER

Sylvan Hills Middle School students made signs for the protest. FROM TWITTER

More from the scene at Sylvan Hills Middle, an APS school. FROM TWITTER

The stadium at Westlake High in Fulton County was packed for the walkout. FULTON COUNTY SCHOOLS / TWITTER

Atlanta City Council members and city employees participate in the walkout. ATLANTA CITY COUNCIL / TWITTER

Students at Bunche Middle School in Atlanta take part in the walkout. DR. ISIS MANBOARD / TWITTER

Katie Hemsworth wrote on Twitter: “Biked over to Grady HS to show my support on #NationalWalkoutDay. Impressed by the student-led speeches, chants, and demands for action at community and governmental levels.” KATIE...

DEKALB COUNTY: Lakeside High students take part in the protest on campus. MARLON A. WALKER / AJC

Atlanta Public Schools Superintendent Meria Carstarphen (front) takes a selfie with student protesters at Inman Middle School. AMANDA COYNE / AJC

Rep. Erica Thomas, D - Austell, leads House Democrats out of the chamber to start their walkout. House and Senate Democrats staged a "walkout" this morning in support of the school walkout in protest of gun violence...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com

Rep. Erica Thomas, D - Austell, speaks in support of the student walkout.      BOB ANDRES /BANDRES@AJC.COMBob Andres/bandres@ajc.com

Democratic State House and Senate members hold photos of Parkland school shooting victims during their press conference. BOB ANDRES /BANDRES@AJC.COMBob Andres/bandres@ajc.com

Rep. Bee Nguyen, D - Atlanta, holds a photo of Peter Wang, 15, one of the Parkland school shooting victims during the Democrats’ press conference. House and Senate Democrats staged a "walkout" this morning in support...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com

Students react as each 17 Florida high school shooting victims' name was called during a walk out protest calling for action on gun violence outside Lakeside High School on Wednesday, March 14, 2018. National School...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

Hundreds of students from Lakeside High School participate in a walk out calling for action on gun violence outside Lakeside High School on Wednesday, March 14, 2018. National School Walkout was held Wednesday morning...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

At 10 a.m. students head out to participate in a walk out protest calling for action on gun violence at Lakeside High School on Wednesday, March 14, 2018. Students across the Metro Atlanta area held walkouts to...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

At 10 a.m. students head out to participate in a walk out protest calling for action on gun violence at Lakeside High School on Wednesday, March 14, 2018. Students across the Metro Atlanta area held walkouts to...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

Sixth grade students from left to right; Abby Morris, Callamei Chan, and Leyla Cooke form a human chain surrounding as much of the school as they can during the National School Walkout Day at Inman Middle School...Jason Getz

Eighth grade student organizer Malori Switzer uses a bull horn to lead chants during the National School Walkout Day at Inman Middle School Wednesday, September 29, 2017, in Atlanta. The activities align with the...Jason Getz

Eighth grade student organizer Malori Switzer wears a shirt designed by a fellow student to wear during the National School Walkout Day at Inman Middle School Wednesday, September 29, 2017, in Atlanta. The activities...Jason Getz

A middle school student holds a sign reading, "Are We Next?" during the National School Walkout Day at Inman Middle School Wednesday, September 29, 2017, in Atlanta. The activities align with the national call for...Jason Getz

Cross Keys High School students hold a school walkout in Atlanta, on Wednesday, March 14, 2018.They rallied outside and some students spoke demanding to authorities a better gun control. Students across the Metro...Miguel Martinez/Miguel Martinez/MundoHispanico

Senior Tayler Batts gave a speech outside Cross Keys High School were hundreds of students participate in a walkout in Atlanta, on Wednesday, March 14, 2018. Students across the Metro Atlanta area held walkouts...Miguel Martinez/Miguel Martinez/MundoHispanico

Noel Wheatley (left) and Nick Galenkamp attend a rally with other area students at Liberty Plaza by the Georgia Capitol after their school walkouts on Wednesday, March 14, 2018, in Atlanta. At the conclusion of...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Area students hold letters and signs to deliver to their representatives while attending a rally in Liberty Plaza at the Georgia Capitol after their school walkouts on Wednesday, March 14, 2018, in Atlanta. At the...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Students march to their representatives’ offices to deliver letters and discuss gun violence at the conclusion of a rally in Liberty Plaza at the Georgia Capitol following their school walkouts on Wednesday, March...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Druid Hills High School students Virginia Hudspeth (from left), Callie Weidman, and Ellie Welsch attend a rally in Liberty Plaza at the Georgia Capitol after their school walkouts on Wednesday, March 14, 2018, in...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Druid Hills High School students Callie Weidman and Ellie Welsch (left), along with other area students, attend a rally in Liberty Plaza at the Georgia Capitol after their school walkouts on Wednesday, March 14...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Local students look on while Druid Hills High School junior Anabette Vellines speaks out against gun violence during a rally in Liberty Plaza at the Georgia Capitol after their school walkouts on Wednesday, March...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Area students and parents attend a rally in Liberty Plaza at the Georgia Capitol after their school walkouts on Wednesday, March 14, 2018, in Atlanta. At the conclusion of the rally many attempted to meet with...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

At 10 a.m. Marist School students were invited to leave their classrooms and congregate in alumni plaza. MARIST SCHOOL / FACEBOOK

A Westlake student holds a protest sign during the walkout. FROM TWITTER

Students and a few adults confront House Public Safety Committee Chairman Alan Powell, R-Hartwell, in a crowded Georgia State Capitol hallway to seek action on an assault weapons ban bill. MARK NIESSE / AJC

Not all student protests were held during the school day. Duluth High School students led an afterschool walk to the Town Green. ARLINDA SMITH BROADY / AJC

Players gather around North Gwinnett High School kicker Cameron Clark, center, after he kicked the game winning field goal against Colquitt High School during a Class AAAAAAA football championship game, Friday,...Branden Camp/Special

North Gwinnett High School players celebrate after kicker Cameron Clark (93) kicked the game winning field goal against Colquitt High School during a Class AAAAAAA football championship game, Friday, Dec. 15, 2017...Branden Camp/Special

North Gwinnett High School kicker Cameron Clark (93) after he kicked the game winning field goal against Colquitt High School during a Class AAAAAAA football championship game, Friday, Dec. 15, 2017, in Suwanee...Branden Camp/Special

Fans and players storm the field after North Gwinnett High School kicker Cameron Clark (93) kicked the game winning field goal against Colquitt High School during a Class AAAAAAA football championship game, Friday...Branden Camp/Special

North Gwinnett High School players celebrate after kicker Cameron Clark kicked the game winning field goal against Colquitt High School during a Class AAAAAAA football championship game, Friday, Dec. 15, 2017, in...Branden Camp/Special

Colquitt County's Daijun Edwards (3) avoids tackle by a North Gwinnett High School player during a Class AAAAAAA football championship game, Friday, Dec. 15, 2017, in Suwanee, Ga.Branden Camp/Special

Colquitt County's Ty Leggett (31) makes the catch before being tackled by North Gwinnett High School's Nicholas Pucciarello (37) during a Class AAAAAAA football championship game, Friday, Dec. 15, 2017, in Suwanee...Branden Camp/Special

North Gwinnett's Tyler Goodson (5) runs the ball during a Class AAAAAAA football championship game against Colquitt High School, Friday, Dec. 15, 2017, in Suwanee, Ga.Branden Camp/Special

Colquitt County quarterback Steven Krajewski (8) is tackled by North Gwinnett High School's Jayden Mcdonald (8) during a Class AAAAAAA football championship game, Friday, Dec. 15, 2017, in Suwanee, Ga.Branden Camp/Special

North Gwinnett quarterback Jimmy Urzua passes the ball during a Class AAAAAAA football championship game against Colquitt High School, Friday, Dec. 15, 2017, in Suwanee, Ga.Branden Camp/Special

North Gwinnett's Tyler Goodson (5) celebrates with teammates after scoring a touchdown against Colquitt High School during a Class AAAAAAA football championship game, Friday, Dec. 15, 2017, in Suwanee, Ga.Branden Camp/Special

North Gwinnett's Tyler Goodson (5) takes the snap during a Class AAAAAAA football championship game against Colquitt High School, Friday, Dec. 15, 2017, in Suwanee, Ga.Branden Camp/Special

Colquitt High School running back Daijun Edwards (3) scores a touchdown against North Gwinnett High School during a Class AAAAAAA football championship game, Friday, Dec. 15, 2017, in Suwanee, Ga. BRANDEN CAMP/SPECIAL

Colquitt County running back Daijun Edwards (3) avoids tackle by North Gwinnett High School's Joshua Shuler (32) during a Class AAAAAAA football championship game, Friday, Dec. 15, 2017, in Suwanee, Ga.Branden Camp/Special

Colquitt High School running back Ty Leggett (31) is taken down near the goal line during a Class AAAAAAA football championship game against North Gwinnett High School, Friday, Dec. 15, 2017, in Suwanee, Ga. BRANDEN...

Colquitt County's Daijun Edwards (3) avoids tackle by North Gwinnett High School's Joshua Shuler (32) during a Class AAAAAAA football championship game, Friday, Dec. 15, 2017, in Suwanee, Ga.Branden Camp/Special

December 15, 2017 - Atlanta, Ga: Blessed Trinity linebacker Jake Rudolph (32) kisses the trophy after their win against Marist during the Class AAAA Championship game at Marist School Friday, December 15, 2017,...

Blessed Trinity lineman Jack Filipowicz (53) celebrate after their win against Marist during the Class AAAA Championship game at Marist School Friday, December 15, 2017, in Atlanta. Blessed Trinity won 16-7. PHOTO...

Blessed Trinity players celebrate after their win against Marist during the Class AAAA Championship game at Marist School Friday, December 15, 2017, in Atlanta. Blessed Trinity won 16-7. PHOTO / JASON GETZ

Blessed Trinity coach Tim McFarlin gets dunked with gatorade after their win against Marist during the Class AAAA Championship game at Marist School Friday, December 15, 2017, in Atlanta. Blessed Trinity won 16-7...Jason Getz/Photo

Blessed Trinity coach Tim McFarlin celebrates with players after he got dunked with gatorade after their win against Marist during the Class AAAA Championship game at Marist School Friday, December 15, 2017, in...

Blessed Trinity coach Tim McFarlin celebrates with his wife Kay after their win against Marist during the Class AAAA Championship game at Marist School Friday, December 15, 2017, in Atlanta. Blessed Trinity won...

Blessed Trinity players celebrate after their win against Marist during the Class AAAA Championship game at Marist School Friday, December 15, 2017, in Atlanta. Blessed Trinity won 16-7. PHOTO / JASON GETZ

Marist defensive back Eric Boyd (31) watches as Blessed Trinity fans rush the field after Blessed Trinity defeated Marist in the Class AAAA Championship game at Marist School Friday, December 15, 2017, in Atlanta...

Marist's Dean Johnson (22) is consoled after Marist's loss to Blessed Trinity in the Class AAAA Championship game at Marist School Friday, December 15, 2017, in Atlanta. Blessed Trinity won 16-7. PHOTO / JASON GETZ

Marist linebacker James Calhoun (49) consoles linebacker Joseph McDermond (41) after their loss to Blessed Trinity in the Class AAAA Championship game at Marist School Friday, December 15, 2017, in Atlanta. Blessed...

Marist players run onto the field before their game against Blessed Trinity during the Class AAAA Championship game at Marist School Friday, December 15, 2017, in Atlanta.Jason Getz/Photo

Blessed Trinity running back Elijah Green (21) runs for yardage in the first half against Marist during the Class AAAA Championship game at Marist School Friday, December 15, 2017, in Atlanta.Jason Getz/photo

Blessed Trinity running back Steele Chambers (22) is tackled by Marist defensive end John Fitzpatrick (87) and defensive back Dean Johnson (22) on a short gain in the first half of the Class AAAA Championship game...Jason Getz/Photo

Blessed Trinity wide receiver Ryan Davis (6) catches a touchdown pass in the first half against Marist during the Class AAAA Championship game at Marist School Friday, December 15, 2017, in Atlanta.Jason Getz/Photo

Blessed Trinity running back Elijah Green (21) is tackled by Marist defensive back Eric Boyd (31) after a run by Green in the first half of the Class AAAA Championship game at Marist School Friday, December 15,...Jason Getz/photo

Marist defensive back Eric Boyd (31) makes an interception intended for Blessed Trinity wide receiver Ryan Davis (6) in the first half of the Class AAAA Championship game at Marist School Friday, December 15, 2017...Jason Getz/Photo

Marist wide receiver Kyle Hamilton (10) is tackled by Blessed Trinity linebacker Jake Rudolph (32) after a catch by Hamilton in the first half of the Class AAAA Championship game at Marist School Friday, December...Jason Getz/photo

Marist quarterback Chase Abshier (11) attempts a pass under pressure from Blessed Trinity defensive back Steele Chambers (22) in the first half of the Class AAAA Championship game at Marist School Friday, December...Jason Getz/photo

Blessed Trinity quarterback Jake Smith (9) is tackled by Marist defensive back Eric Boyd (31, bottom) and defensive end John Fitzpatrick (87) in the first half of the Class AAAA Championship game at Marist School...Jason Getz/photo

Fans begin to fill the stands before the game between Blessed Trinity and Marist during the Class AAAA Championship game at Marist School Friday, December 15, 2017, in Atlanta. Six of the eight Georgia state football...Jason Getz/photo

University of Alabama ornaments dangle from one of the eight trees in the Avondale Estates home of Toby and Megan Martin.. The fan-inspired tree is in the recreation space of the renovated basement. A pool table...Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com

The Martins' home was built in 1954 and renovated in 2013. The basement was turned in to a recreation room.Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com

The home was built in 1954 and renovated in 2013 with a new second floor. HouseSensationsArt in Lincolnton made the custom steel wreaths with a peace sign motif. Homeowner Megan Martin said she wanted a non-traditional...Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com

The porch overlooks the wooded neighborhood and shows the home's modern prairie design.Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com

Reclaimed wood from the family's original home serves as accent in the mud room. Holiday-inspired plaid peace cushions decorate the bench seat.Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com

The custom chairs from RH, slipcovered in a graphite-color Belgian linen surround the dining table, The dining room opens to the great room, where metal details include the collection of mirrors and an orbital chandelier...Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com

The great room showcases modern style with a custom RH sofa and chairs made of acrylic and fabric. The art piece above the fireplace is Samsung's "The Frame" television in its art view.Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com

The Luca fabric chair from RH Modern, designed by Milo Baughman, has acrylic panels, brushed brass rivets and custom Belgian linen cotton. The gold-cast trunk side table also is from RH Modern.Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com

Red pillar candles are decorated with holly berries and greenery in the great room. Megan Martin's holiday decor includes a wicker sleigh next to the fireplace and a pewter Nativity scene passed down from her mother...Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com

The renovated kitchen is modern and is open, a feature Megan Martin said she appreciates. The family can be in the same room when she's cooking and when the kids are doing homework or playing on their iPads, she...Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com

Festive plates and placemats, and reindeer on a green-and-red table runner bring the holidays into the kitchen.Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com

The modern stair rail, made of cables, gets a holiday update with garland and berries for the tour.Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com

The three-levels give Megan Martin plenty of areas to decorate and display her eight trees for the family's first Christmas in the home.Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com

Six-year-old Mary Helen's pink room has festive flair with it's own tree. The tree is decorated with purple ribbon and shoe ornaments from the Metropolitan Museum of Art. It is one of eight trees in the home, which...Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com

The guest room features festive green and white Pottery Barn bedding, with artwork from Ikea featuring a Volkswagen Bug. Custom-made peace wreaths are hung outside the windows.Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com

The family enjoys visiting New Orleans, and beads from past Mardi Gras parades spill over a white tree in one of the home's five bedrooms. A reindeer pillow adds to the festive decor, while a peace wreath can be...Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com

The "gene" tree showcases ornaments from both sides of the family and pays respect to Toby Martin's mother, Jean. Some ornaments, which are more than 100 years old, belonged to her, while some of the new ones were...Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com

A Disney-inspired Christmas tree and a red-and-white holiday quilt continue the seasonal decor into Royal's bedroom. The tree is composed of momentos like Magic Bands and lanyards from trips to the Disney parks...Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com

The master bedroom features modern furnishings mixed with traditional holiday decor. Megan Martin brings her love for Christmas trees into the room with one decorated with burgundy and gold ornaments.Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com

Original artwork includes a signed lithograph by artist Harry Wysocki that Toby Martin's parents purchased in the San Francisco Bay area in the 1960s. It hangs over the Oviedo chaise from RH covered in cocoa Italian...Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com

The renovated master bathroom mixes modern and vintage styles. The pendant light above the tub is from Ikea. Dual vanities were added in the 2013 renovation, which also included a custom closet by California Closets...Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com

Floor-to-ceiling marble with gold veining surrounds the fireplace, and two gold LED holiday trees from RH infuse modern style into the home office, one of two in the Avondale Estates home.Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com

The eight-light Columbus sputnik chandelier by Trent Austin Design, with Edison filament bulbs, brings an industrial element to the home office. The metal noel sign is among the holiday accents in the room.Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com

Toby and Megan Martin live in their Avondale Estates prairie-style home with their children, 9-year-old Royal and 6-year-old Mary Helen, and cats Chocolate and Ethan. Toby Martin works in sales for SecureWorks,...Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com