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

Courtney Mcquire (front) and Delta Bount ride down the 400-foot tubing hill together at Snow Mountain in Stone Mountain Park Sunday, November 26, 2017. Stone Mountain manufactures 360 tons of snow every day to accommodate...Steve Schaefer

People get in line to ride down the 400-foot tubing hill at Snow Mountain in Stone Mountain Park Sunday, November 26, 2017. Stone Mountain manufactures 360 tons of snow every day to accommodate the 400-foot tubing...Steve Schaefer

People head down the 400-foot tubing hill at Snow Mountain in Stone Mountain Park Sunday, November 26, 2017. Stone Mountain manufactures 360 tons of snow every day to accommodate the 400-foot tubing hill. STEVE...Steve Schaefer

People head down the 400-foot tubing hill at Snow Mountain in Stone Mountain Park Sunday, November 26, 2017. Stone Mountain manufactures 360 tons of snow every day to accommodate the 400-foot tubing hill. STEVE...Steve Schaefer

People ride down the 400-foot tubing hill at Snow Mountain in a large tube that can accommodate up to 8 riders at Stone Mountain Park Sunday, November 26, 2017. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJCSteve Schaefer

Kyrus Robinson organizes the inner tubes at Snow Mountain in Stone Mountain Park Sunday, November 26, 2017. Stone Mountain manufactures 360 tons of snow every day to accommodate the 400-foot tubing hill. STEVE SCHAEFER...Steve Schaefer

Colin Daniels rides down the smaller hill in the Snow Zone at Stone Mountain Sunday, November 26, 2017. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJCSteve Schaefer

Kids play in the manufactured snow at the Snow Zone at Stone Mountain Sunday, November 26, 2017. Stone Mountain manufactures 360 tons of snow every day to accommodate the 400-foot tubing hill. STEVE SCHAEFER /...Steve Schaefer

Bailey Thomas plays in the manufactured snow at the Snow Zone at Stone Mountain Sunday, November 26, 2017. Stone Mountain manufactures 360 tons of snow every day to accommodate the 400-foot tubing hill. STEVE SCHAEFER...Steve Schaefer

Colin Rottner plays in the manufactured snow at the Snow Zone at Stone Mountain Sunday, November 26, 2017. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJCSteve Schaefer

Steam rises off the head of a McEachern player during a 7A quarterfinal high school football game between the McEachern Indians and the Parkview Panthers at McEachern High School in Powder Springs, Georgia, on Friday...

A McEachern player celebrates after the end of a 7A quarterfinal high school football game between the McEachern Indians and the Parkview Panthers at McEachern High School in Powder Springs, Georgia, on Friday,...

McEachern wide receiver Jaron Hull (4) receives a kick during Friday's game against Parkview at McEachern High School in Powder Springs, Georgia, on Friday, Nov. 24, 2017. McEachern beat Parkview 43-28 to advance...

McEachern running back Paris Brown (8) runs the ball during a 7A quarterfinal high school football game between the McEachern Indians and the Parkview Panthers at McEachern High School in Powder Springs, Georgia...

McEachern player DeWayne White (1) prevents Parkview wide receiver Miles Marshall (23) from a would-be touchdown catch during a 7A quarterfinal high school football game between the McEachern Indians and the Parkview...

McEachern defensive back Nasier Currie-Sudler (13) celebrates seconds before a 7A quarterfinal high school football game between the McEachern Indians and the Parkview Panthers at McEachern High School in Powder...

A McEachern player celebrates after the end of a 7A quarterfinal high school football game between the McEachern Indians and the Parkview Panthers at McEachern High School in Powder Springs, Georgia, on Friday,...

McEachern offensive lineman Mark Bennett (69) laughs after the end of a 7A quarterfinal high school football game between the McEachern Indians and the Parkview Panthers at McEachern High School in Powder Springs...

Parkview running back Christian Malloy (24) is grabbed by McEachern outside linebacker Tony Davis (23) during a 7A quarterfinal high school football game between the McEachern Indians and the Parkview Panthers at...

An Alpharetta Raiders player is comforted after the team loss to the Coffee Trojans, 28-14, during the Georgia high school AAAAAA football quarterfinals at Raider Stadium, Friday, November 24, 2017, in Alpharetta...

Alpharetta Raiders linebacker Dane Motley (25) becomes emotional after the Raiders lost to the Coffee County Trojans during the Georgia high school AAAAAA football quarterfinals at Raider Stadium, Friday, November...

Brookwood's Cameron Barrington (13) catches a pass for a first down during a GHSA playoff quarterfinal game between Brookwood and Tift County on Friday, Nov. 24, 2017, in Snellville, Ga. (AJ Reynolds/Special)AJ Reynolds/AJ Reynolds

Brookwood's Dante Black (3) runs for a touchdown during a GHSA playoff quarterfinal game between Brookwood and Tift County on Friday, Nov. 24, 2017, in Snellville, Ga. (AJ Reynolds/Special)AJ Reynolds/AJ Reynolds

Tift County players take the field before va GHSA playoff quarterfinal game between Brookwood and Tift County on Friday, Nov. 24, 2017, in Snellville, Ga. (AJ Reynolds/Special)AJ Reynolds/AJ Reynolds

Brookwood's Matthew Hill (2) is tackled by Tift County's Julian Faulk (40) during a GHSA playoff quarterfinal game between Brookwood and Tift County on Friday, Nov. 24, 2017, in Snellville, Ga. (AJ Reynolds/Special)AJ Reynolds/AJ Reynolds

Tift County's Rashod Bateman (13) catches a pass for a touchdown during a GHSA playoff quarterfinal game between Brookwood and Tift County on Friday, Nov. 24, 2017, in Snellville, Ga. (AJ Reynolds/Special)AJ Reynolds/AJ Reynolds

Brookwood's Nick Perez (42), right, and Brookwood's Cameron Randolph (33) pray together on the field before a GHSA playoff quarterfinal game between Brookwood and Tift County on Friday, Nov. 24, 2017, in Snellville...AJ Reynolds/AJ Reynolds

Brookwood's Chris Cotter (23) prays inside the locker room before a GHSA playoff quarterfinal game between Brookwood and Tift County on Friday, Nov. 24, 2017, in Snellville, Ga. (AJ Reynolds/Special)AJ Reynolds/AJ Reynolds

Brookwood's Matthew Hill (2) is tackled by Tift County's Ron Jackson (8) during a GHSA playoff quarterfinal game between Brookwood and Tift County on Friday, Nov. 24, 2017, in Snellville, Ga. (AJ Reynolds/Special)AJ Reynolds/AJ Reynolds

Tift County's Mike Jones (14) runs with the ball during a GHSA playoff quarterfinal game between Brookwood and Tift County on Friday, Nov. 24, 2017, in Snellville, Ga. (AJ Reynolds/Special)AJ Reynolds/AJ Reynolds

Tift County's Rashod Bateman (13) scores a touchdown ahead of Brookwood's Jamison Collier (4) during a GHSA playoff quarterfinal game between Brookwood and Tift County on Friday, Nov. 24, 2017, in Snellville, Ga...AJ Reynolds/AJ Reynolds

Brookwood's Dante Black (3) runs with the ball ahead of Tift County's Julian Faulk (40) during a GHSA playoff quarterfinal game between Brookwood and Tift County on Friday, Nov. 24, 2017, in Snellville, Ga. (AJ...AJ Reynolds/AJ Reynolds

Tift County's Branden Jones (7) deflects a pass intended for Brookwood's TJ Ellis (20) during a GHSA playoff quarterfinal game between Brookwood and Tift County on Friday, Nov. 24, 2017, in Snellville, Ga. (AJ Reynolds/Special)AJ Reynolds/AJ Reynolds

11/24/2017, Alpharetta, GA - Coffee Trojans wide receiver Marquavius Jefferson (22) runs the ball after catching a pass during the first half of the Georgia high school AAAAAA football quarterfinals at Raider Stadium...ALYSSA POINTER

11/24/2017, Alpharetta, GA - The Alpharetta Trojans take the field before the start of the Georgia high school AAAAAA football quarterfinals game against the Coffee Trojans at Raider Stadium, Friday, November 24...ALYSSA POINTER

11/24/2017, Alpharetta, GA - Coffee Trojans wide receiver Raekwon Burch (21) makes a touchdown during the first half of the Georgia high school AAAAAA football quarterfinals at Raider Stadium, Friday, November 24...ALYSSA POINTER

11/24/2017, Alpharetta, GA - Alpharetta Trojans quarterback Matthew Downing (1) looks to pass the ball during the first half of the Georgia high school AAAAAA football quarterfinals at Raider Stadium, Friday, November...ALYSSA POINTER

Tift County players take the field before a GHSA playoff quarterfinal game between Brookwood and Tift County on Friday, Nov. 24, 2017, in Snellville, Ga. (AJ Reynolds/Special)AJ Reynolds/AJ Reynolds

Brookwood players in their locker room before a GHSA playoff quarterfinal game between Brookwood and Tift County on Friday, Nov. 24, 2017, in Snellville, Ga. (AJ Reynolds/Special)AJ Reynolds/AJ Reynolds

Brookwood's Amir Berry (7) takes a moment in the locker room before a GHSA playoff quarterfinal game between Brookwood and Tift County on Friday, Nov. 24, 2017, in Snellville, Ga. (AJ Reynolds/Special)AJ Reynolds/AJ Reynolds

Brookwood's Angelo DiSpigna (10) throws ahead of pressure from Tift County's Deontae Overstreet (5) during a GHSA playoff quarterfinal game between Brookwood and Tift County on Friday, Nov. 24, 2017, in Snellville...AJ Reynolds/AJ Reynolds

Brookwood players prepare in their locker room before a GHSA playoff quarterfinal game between Brookwood and Tift County on Friday, Nov. 24, 2017, in Snellville, Ga. (AJ Reynolds/Special)AJ Reynolds/AJ Reynolds

11/24/2017, Alpharetta, GA - Alpharetta Raiders running back Nolan Edmonds (3) carries the ball during the first half of the Georgia high school AAAAAA football quarterfinals at Raider Stadium, Friday, November...ALYSSA POINTER

11/24/2017, Alpharetta, GA - Alpharetta Raiders quarterback Matthew Downing (1) runs the ball during the first half of the Georgia high school AAAAAA football quarterfinals at Raider Stadium, Friday, November 24...ALYSSA POINTER

11/24/2017, Alpharetta, GA - Alpharetta Raiders wide receiver Spencer Gaddis (6) returns the ball during the first half of the Georgia high school AAAAAA football quarterfinals at Raider Stadium, Friday, November...ALYSSA POINTER

11/24/2017, Alpharetta, GA - Alpharetta Raiders wide receiver Luke Estes (80) makes a touchdown during the first half of the Georgia high school AAAAAA football quarterfinals at Raider Stadium, Friday, November...ALYSSA POINTER

Alpharetta Raiders quarterback Matthew Downing (1) passes the ball during the second half of the Georgia high school AAAAAA football quarterfinals at Raider Stadium, Friday, November 24, 2017, in Alpharetta. The...

Alpharetta Raiders defensive lineman Nick Markus (48) celebrates after making a sack during the second half of the Georgia high school AAAAAA football quarterfinals at Raider Stadium, Friday, November 24, 2017,...

Parkview players and coaches celebrate their overtime win against Newton in the first round of the Class AAAAAAA playoffs at Parkview High School Friday, November 10, 2017, in Lilburn, Ga. Parkview won 42-35 in...

Parkview head coach Eric Godfree celebrates with his two children Brooke, 12, left, and Jacob, 9, after Parkview's overtime win against Newton in the first round of the Class AAAAAAA playoffs at Parkview High School...

Parkview linebacker Ben Markiewicz (7) tackles Newton quarterback Neal Howard (10) in the first half of their first round of the Class AAAAAAA playoffs at Parkview High School Friday, November 10, 2017, in Lilburn...

Parkview wide receiver Miles Marshall (23) scores a receiving touchdown against Newton defensive back Rod Kirkland (24) in the first half of their game in the first round of the Class AAAAAAA playoffs at Parkview...

Parkview wide receiver Miles Marshall (23) scores a receiving touchdown against Newton defensive back Rod Kirkland (24) in the first half of their game in the first round of the Class AAAAAAA playoffs at Parkview...

Parkview players run onto the field before their game against Newton in the first round of the Class AAAAAAA playoffs at Parkview High School Friday, November 10, 2017, in Lilburn, Ga. PHOTO / JASON GETZ

Langston Hughes senior Algie Richardson (45) sacks Allatoona sophomore QB Dante Marshal (9) in the first half of their game at Allatoona High School Friday, November 10, 2017. Special/Daniel Varnado

Newton running back Adarius Thomas (5) runs for yards against Parkview in the first half of the first round of the Class AAAAAAA playoffs at Parkview High School Friday, November 10, 2017, in Lilburn, Ga. PHOTO...

Allatoona senior Payton Eeles (4) and Langston Hughes senior Christian Royalston (1) fight for possession of a pass in the first half of their game at Allatoona High School Friday, November 10, 2017. Special/Daniel...

Newton quarterback Neal Howard (10) attempts a pass in the first half of their game against Parkview in the first round of the Class AAAAAAA playoffs at Parkview High School Friday, November 10, 2017, in Lilburn...

Parkview quarterback Fred Payton (9) runs against Newton defensive lineman Brandon Green (58) in the first half of their game in the first round of the Class AAAAAAA playoffs at Parkview High School Friday, November...

West Hall RB Cooper Adams (28) rushes against St Pius safety Zachary Ranson (23) during the first round of a state playoff football game, Friday, Nov. 10, 2017, in Chamblee. (John Amis)

ST Pius X safety Nick Joiner (12) and running back Jacob Pajer (24) come out onto the field with the their team before a first round state playoff football game against West Hall, Friday, Nov. 10, 2017, in Chamblee...

The Allatoona Buccaneers take the field at the state of their home game against Langston Hughes Friday, November 10, 2017. Special/Daniel Varnado

Langston Hughes senior Christian Royalston (1) is tackled at the Buccaneers' end zone late in the first half of his game at Allatoona High School Friday, November 10, 2017. Special/Daniel Varnado

Allatoona junior Dawson Coltran (19) recovers a fumbled ball in the first half of his game against Langston Hughes at Allatoona High School Friday, November 10, 2017. Special/Daniel Varnado

St Pius X RB Jason Jones, left, is forced out of bounds as West Hall CB Cameron Shirley goes makes the unconventional looking tackle during the first round of a AAAA state playoff football game, Friday, Nov. 10...

St Pius X RB Jason Jones (9) rushes against the defense of LB Austin Sinclair (36) and Tackle Damien Fouts (72) during the first round of state playoff football game, Friday, Nov. 10, 2017, in Chamblee. (John Amis)

St Pius X RB Scott Braswell (2) scores a touchdown as West Hall Linebackers Austin Sinclair (36) and Cory Davis (59) defend during the first round of state playoff football game, Friday, Nov. 10, 2017, in Chamblee...

West Hall players Matthew Sinclair (71), Damien Fouts (72) Eli Bowles (79) and Hunter Rainey (89) celebrate a field goal during the first round of a AAAA state playoff football game against St Pius X, Friday, Nov...

St Pius X DE Carson Craig (57) celebrates on the sideline with team mates as their team scores a touch down on an interception in the fourth quarter during first round of a AAAA state playoff football game against...

Acworth, Ga . -- Allatoona senior Adrain Boyd (6) dives and makes a catch for a touchdown in the second half of his game at Allatoona High School Friday, November 10, 2017. Special/Daniel Varnado

Parkview running back Tommy Rogers (5) celebrates his rushing touchdown with quarterback Fred Payton (9) in the second half of their game against Newton in the first round of the Class AAAAAAA playoffs at Parkview...

Parkview running back Tommy Rogers (5) celebrates his rushing touchdown with tight end Ben Markiewicz (7) in the second half of their game against Newton in the first round of the Class AAAAAAA playoffs at Parkview...

St. Pius X RB Samuel Schwaner (26) runs as West Hall safety Cameron Shirley (16) and LB John Stoecker (27) defend during the first round of a AAAA state playoff football game, Friday, Nov. 10, 2017, in Chamblee...

West Hall players burst onto the field before a first round of state playoff football game against St Pius X, Friday, Nov. 10, 2017, in Chamblee. (John Amis)

West Hall QB Quentin Smith (18) runs against St Pius X LB Patrick Molnar (15) during the first round of a AAAA state playoff football game, Friday, Nov. 10, 2017, in Chamblee. (John Amis)

Acworth, Ga . -- Allatoona senior Adrian Boyd (6) carries the ball for yardage in the second half of his game against Langston Hughes at Allatoona High School Friday, November 10, 2017. Special/Daniel Varnado

Allatoona senior Lilton Moore (7) hits the ground after being tackled in the first half of his game against Langston Hughes at Allatoona High School Friday, November 10, 2017. Special/Daniel Varnado

Allatoona senior Brandon Nash (44) is a few yards shy of a touchdown late in the second half of his game against Langston Hughes Friday, November 10, 2017. Special/Daniel Varnado

Netherworld's proprietor, "The Collector,” likes welcoming Atlantans to his home, which is always decorated for Halloween (and we MEAN always). But if you’re looking to invest in maniacal manses, ghoulish grounds...Phil Skinner/Phil Skinner

This 1985 file photo proves that the Halloween House at Rhodes Hall in Atlanta pretty much only gets eerier as the years creep by. (Get it? “Creep” by?) Feel free to terrify the ghosts there with our awful puns...COPY

The Warren House in Jonesboro, just south of Atlanta, is said to be haunted. During the renovation of the house, hand writings from Civil War soldiers were found on many of the walls of the house. Bone up on your...JOHNNY CRAWFORD/AJC staff

'Doc' Holliday's uncle lived here: Fayetteville’s Holliday-Dorsey-Fife House is said to be haunted by John Manson Dorsey, who served with Fayette County’s first company to join the Civil War. Visit what’s called...PHILIP MCCOLLUM

As we head north of Atlanta, we come to the historic Kennesaw House, home to the Marietta Museum of History. Okay, so it’s an old cotton warehouse instead of a residence, but it’s one of the many locations in Marietta...

Folks in Decatur, just east of Atlanta, say the Swanton House, an Antebellum residence of Benjamin F. Swanton, is haunted. Drive right on by and see if you can get a gander at a ghost: 720 West Trinity Place, Decatur...COPY

Let’s compare some homes to haints on opposite sides of the state, starting in Coweta County. Bonnie Castle, a large 1896 Romanesque Revival Victorian home in the small west Georgia town of Grantville, has operated...KIMBERLY SMITH/AJC

Meanwhile, out east in Milledgeville, the Old Governor's Mansion has its own share of alleged ghosties. The mansion, completed in 1839, housed Georgia governors until 1868. Gen. Sherman liked the place so much he...Charlotte B. Teagle/AJC

The Hay House in Macon, now a museum, gets all dolled up for the holidays to welcome visitors. But folks say doors start slamming on their own and, as the Georgia Haunted Houses website states, “some have reported...Michael Dibari Jr./Special

Since we’re close to Interstate 16, which connects Macon to Savannah, let’s head on over to what’s sometimes called America’s Most Haunted City. The Kehoe House located on Columbia Square in Savannah, Georgia, was...WILLIAM BERRY

Mysterious laughter, cold spots and objects moving by themselves have given Savannah’s Pirates' House restaurant a reputation for more than food. Sounds like the resident spirits have enjoyed he old tavern’s spirits...(c)2001 Scott Warnke

Savannah’s Eliza Thompson House has seen its share of carriages since it was built in 1847. Its present owners claim on their website that it’s no stranger to “ghostly sightings, including Confederate soldiers in...PAUL NURNBERG PHOTOGRAPHY

We could stay in Savannah hunting the local haunts for... well, for at least a couple more photos. But we had to head on over to Americus in deep southwest Georgia because we think the Windsor Hotel, built in 1892...

Our friends down south at the Valdosta Daily Times wrote a fine piece in 2014 about how the Bell House, built in 1872 and named for its former owner, Dr. David S. Bell, may still house the doctor -- in some form...PAUL LEAVY / VALDOSTA DAILY TIMES

Kirk and Karen Marchisen purchased their Candler Park home in 1986 and have updated and renovated the 1920s bungalow since then. The now two-story home is 2,600 square feet with three bedrooms and three and a half...Text by Shannon Dominy/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The partially covered back patio serves as an extension of the kitchen when weather is nice. Kirk, an architect, added the retaining wall with built-in concrete steps, and the patio gives Karen ample space for container...Text by Shannon Dominy/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

An 8-seat dining room table from Domus ringed with leather Folio chairs from Crate & Barrel is the centerpiece of the dining room. The room is open on both ends to the kitchen and to the family room. A handblown...Text by Shannon Dominy/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Art by sixth-grader Halle Marchisen is displayed in the dining room of her home. The colorful art gives the space a touch of whimsey and ties in with the colors of other wall decor and the rug in the nearby kitchen...Text by Shannon Dominy/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Architect and homeowner Kirk Marchisen designed an open space that peeks into the kitchen from the stairs to create “volumetric variety.” “It was just a general desire to open up the space,” he said. The family...Text by Shannon Dominy/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The spiral staircase is one of Kirk’s favorite architectural elements in his renovated bungalow. The kitchen, which has an island, opens to a fireside.Text by Shannon Dominy/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Custom cabinets from And How! Furniture in Tucker and appliances from KitchenAid give the Candler Park kitchen its modern vibe, while green walls echo Karen’s love of decorating with live plants.Text by Shannon Dominy/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The kitchen includes a stainless steel farmhouse-style sink, and open shelving that displays bright bowls and cookware. The custom cabinetry from And How! Furniture in Tucker include frosted doors and sleek handles...Text by Shannon Dominy/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Karen picks sprigs and seasonal flowers for her array of colorful glass bottles and vases in her kitchen.Text by Shannon Dominy/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

“The island is the center of all activity,” said Kirk. The quartz countertop island is the pivot point for the flowing U-shaped living space that he designed for the lower level. The chrome and walnut veneer stools...Text by Shannon Dominy/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Homeowner Kirk Marchisen says he likes the way his living room integrates mid-century modern pieces, such as a black Breuer Wassily chair with a metal frame, side-by-side Barcelona chairs and Noguchi coffee table...Text by Shannon Dominy/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Touches of color in the rug from Wayfair are visible through the Noguchi coffee table in the living room. The glass tabletop and wood create a sculptural centerpiece for the room. “It’s nice to have a combination...Text by Shannon Dominy/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Leather Barcelona chairs placed side by side create stylish midcentury modern seating. An orchid on the Noguchi coffee table shows Karen’s love of plants.Text by Shannon Dominy/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The homeowners enjoy decorating with midcentury modern furniture and artwork by friends and family. A framed photograph by Judy Kuniansky hangs over the original fireplace.Text by Shannon Dominy/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A sectional from Room & Board creates a relaxing nook in the lower level living space. The rounded marble top table from West Elm adds texture while keeping the lines of the space soft.Text by Shannon Dominy/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A red architectural print from a trip to Venice fits with Kirk’s profession as an architect. On the other side of the room, a framed print from Queenie’s Consignment in Decatur brings the color of the throw blankets...Text by Shannon Dominy/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Kirk had travertine style tile on hand when he designed the bathrooms, so his master bathroom got a classic, natural stone finish.Text by Shannon Dominy/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Vaulted ceilings paneled with 1-by-4-inch slats and French doors that open onto a private balcony give Kirk and Karen’s bedroom a cozy and airy ambience. Bright bedding from West Elm tops the wood Calvin bed from...Text by Shannon Dominy/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

French doors lead to a charming private, partially screened balcony. The small round window was an effort to bring more natural light into the room when Kirk added the second floor in 2003.Text by Shannon Dominy/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The partially covered back patio serves as an extension of the kitchen when weather is nice. Kirk added the retaining wall with built-in concrete steps, and the patio gives Karen ample space for container gardening...Text by Shannon Dominy/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A whimsical face mirror looks back at visitors to Karen and Kirk Marchisen’s Atlanta home. The mirror came from an art festival. The sink and bathroom fixtures are by Kohler.Text by Shannon Dominy/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A custom bookshelf built by John Howe adds storage and a display area in the stairwell.Text by Shannon Dominy/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Formerly a loft sitting area, sixth-grader Halle Marchisen’s bedroom is a burst of color dominated by a cheery pineapple theme. A custom bookshelf by John Howe and a curtain serves as a screen from the stairs, providing...Text by Shannon Dominy/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The guest room is colorful and artful, decorated with paintings by Leo Gallardy, Karen’s father. The warm reds and oranges are echoed in the artwork and throw pillows from West Elm.Text by Shannon Dominy/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Homeowners Kirk and Karen Marchisen live in their renovated Candler Park bungalow with sixth-grade daughter, Halle, and their dog, Karma. Kirk is an architect at Stevens & Wilkinson, and Karen is a hair designer...Text by Shannon Dominy/Photos by Christopher Oquendo