The Tudor-style home, which has 3,900 square feet, will be on the Avondale Estates Christmas Tour of Homes on Dec. 9. The chairs are from Intown Ace Hardware-Decatur, and the salvaged wood trees are by Dryads Dancing...Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Reynolds Rogers

The Tudor-style home will be on the Avondale Estates Christmas Tour of Homes on Dec. 9. The family's pets include Luna, a Weimaraner.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Reynolds Rogers

West Elm is the homeowner's go-to store for classic, comfortable furniture with clean lines, including the gray sectional in the living room. There's bit of sparkle in every room, with accessories from Sugarboo...Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Reynolds Rogers

The advent calendar is as old as the homeowner's 16-year-old son. In each door are fabric ornaments that the family opens and put on the tree on top. Text by Lori Johnston/Fast Copy News Service.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Reynolds Rogers

The Santa on the mantel, flanked by lanterns and reindeer statues, was on the homeowner's mantel when she was growing up. "I love that he's woodsy and rustic," Jen Newman said.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Reynolds Rogers

The kitchenette provides easy access to snacks and sodas when her kids have friends over. Text by Lori Johnston/Fast Copy News Service.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Reynolds Rogers

The layout has spaces for her kids to hang out with their friends to watch movies or play video games. The couch is from West Elm, and the color fits with the homeowner's love for red during the holidays. Jen Newman...Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Reynolds Rogers

Holiday decorations with a rustic flair fill the white built-ins and mantel in the fireside family room. Text by Lori Johnston/Fast Copy News Service.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Reynolds Rogers

Seasonal decor and folk art infuse color, while throws and pillows bring in a cozy, lodge look. The walls are painted Sherwin-Williams' Agreeable Gray.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Reynolds Rogers

The homeowner's favorite piece of furniture is the table made out of salvaged pieces: exterior barn walls for the top and banisters from a home for the legs. Homeowner Jen Newman, who previously owned a Decatur...Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Reynolds Rogers

The kitchen's clean and neutral palette, with granite countertops and subway tile backsplash, was just what Jen Newman desired. "You can add your own sense of style to it. I think your accessories should speak,...Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

For a high-low purchase, she mixed and matched the island stools. Two are made from gears by a local artist and purchased from Kudzu Antiques, and two are from World Market. She also was surprised to find that the...Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Reynolds Rogers

The "bright and happy" main space is where Jen Newman and her kids often hang out together. "We cook, chat, dine and lounge together in this special place," she said.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

When the weather is nice, Jen Newman often opens her kitchen door to the back deck she added after she purchased the home in 2016. Text by Lori Johnston/Fast Copy News Service. Photo by Reynolds Rogers/Fast Copy...HANDOUT

Fresh flowers and candles - two key ingredients in the home's holiday attire - decorate a table that the homeowner commissioned from an artist, using salvaged barn wood.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

The home was renovated by previous owners in 2014, who added the staircase. "I love how there is the open staircase in the middle of the house. It's one of my favorite parts of the house," said Jen Newman.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

For Christmas, homeowner Jen Newman blends favorite elements, including a handmade soy Himalayan candle, fresh flowers, photos and sparkle. The home is on the Avondale Estates Christmas Tour of Homes on Dec. 9.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

Salvaged materials, including a window, lend a primitive air to a handcrafted table in the living room, topped with a vase and small tree from Intown Ace Hardware-Decatur.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

Homeowner and mom Jen Newman snagged the creamy "cuddle chair" from HomeGoods. "When you get in it, it hugs you. We all fight over it," she said. The rest of the open living space has a mix of handcrafted items...Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

During the year, the interiors are comfortable and classic with touch of eclectic, said homeowner Jen Newman, with furniture from West Elm, HomeGoods and handcrafted items. For the holiday season, she brings in...Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

Shabby chic sets the scene for daughter Lilly Newman's room. She designed her bedroom with a pink palette, fuzzy pillows, and whimsical accessories and art. Text by Lori Johnston/Fast Copy News Service.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Reynolds Rogers

The master bedroom's decor is contemporary yet cozy. "I think color changes the mood. For me, blue, and gray, is really soothing," she said. She built the headboard by drawing and cutting the pattern on plywood...Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Reynolds Rogers

Jen Newman and her children, Lilly, 12, and Jake, 16, live in Avondale Estates with their pets including dogs, Luna, a Weimaraner, and Drew "Breesy," a Boston Terrier, and a cat, Daphanie. .Text by Lori Johnston/ Photo by Reynolds Rogers

The Alden, 5070 Peachtree Blvd., Chamblee. "...Keep an eye on Jared Hucks. Even if he doesn’t always reach them, he is a chef capable of great heights.” -- Wyatt WilliamsHenri Hollis

Anh's Kitchen, 855 Peachtree St. NE, Suite 2. Atlanta. "Sure, you can get better Vietnamese at other spots around the city. (I’m thinking of Buford Highway’s Pho Dai Loi on the low-budget end; Guy Wong’s elegant...HANDOUT/Wendell Brock

Annie Mae's Pantry, 1700 Northside Drive, Suite A7, Atlanta. "Andra Hall has lovingly crafted a Southern gem that’s eye-catching and unexpected: a slice of the sweet life on Northside Drive. You can bet her grandmother...HANDOUT/Annie Mae's Pantry

Ari Korean Steakhouse, 9700 Medlock Bridge Road, Johns Creek. "This isn’t a steakhouse or a Korean barbecue restaurant, at least as I know them. That’s exactly why I’ve grown fond of Ari." -- Wyatt WilliamsHenri Hollis/Henri Hollis

Bulla Gastrobar, 60 11th St. NE, Atlanta. "You’ll have no shortage of reminders of Bulla’s proper pronunciation. It’s a good word to remember, mostly because it is key to ordering the best plate of food you can...Henri Hollis

Cafe Raik, 1160 Old Peachtree Road, Duluth. "Only losers split an $8.95 shawafel. Tell your buddies to order their own and leave you be so you can scarf it down all by your lonesome." -- Wendell BrockHANDOUT/Wendell Brock

Chai Yo, 3050 Peachtree Road NW, Atlanta. “It’s about exploring possibilities. The outlook is as fresh as the food.” -- Ligaya FiguerasHenri Hollis

Coalition Food and Beverage, 50 Canton St., Alpharetta. “There are plenty of spots on Canton and Main in downtown Alpharetta, but the wings at Coalition are calling my name.” -- Ligaya FiguerasHenri Hollis

El Super Pan, The Battery, 455 Legends Place, Atlanta. "Maybe it is greedy of me to say I want more, a longer menu, but the truth is that I’d take anything I could get from this place. I’m just glad it isn’t a...Henri Hollis

Euro Gourmet Grill, 488 Gwinnett Drive, Lawrenceville. "I plan to keep going back on the hopes of getting stuffed peppers, cabbage rolls and sirnica. What a happy day that will be." -- Wendell BrockHANDOUT/Wendell Brock

Ghion Cultural Hall, 2080 Cheshire Bridge Road NE, Atlanta. "Both times that I left Ghion Cultural Hall after dining there, I experienced the same feeling of satisfaction and for the exact same reasons." -- Ligaya...HANDOUT/Ligaya Figueras

Golden Eagle: 904 Memorial Drive, Atlanta. "At the end of the evening, do yourself a favor and take his dessert advice: order the platter of cookies. It’s a spread of little things, chewy gingerbread and powdery...Henri Hollis

Irie Mon Cafe, 1800 Peachtree Street, Atlanta. "I’m not sure, though, how anyone could walk past the smoky aroma of that jerk chicken without wanting to go home with a plate of it. That’s what I’ll be coming back...Wyatt Williams / For the AJC/Wyatt Williams

Jok Ga a Dong Chim, 3751 Satellite Blvd., Number 600, Duluth. "But the dish that blew my ever-loving Southern white-boy mind was the spicy sea snails with cold noodles. You can get it paired with trotter, a setup...HANDOUT/Wendell Brock

La Imperial Tortilleria y Rostiseria, 6316 Buford Highway, Norcross. "La Imperial Tortilleria y Rostiseria (you will also find it online as Tortilleria Avorrate Imperial) is a one-stop shop in Norcross for all things...HANDOUT/Ligaya Figueras

La Mixteca Tamale House, 1185 Old Peachtree Road NW, Unit D, Suwanee. "As far as I’m concerned, the tamale bowl started at La Mixteca. Don’t dare pass this place by." -- Wendell BrockHANDOUT/Wendell Brock

Madras Mantra, 2179 Lawrenceville Highway, Decatur. “I’d say stick with the flavors as the kitchen suggests them. Order the chole bhatura and you’ll be delivered a large platter bearing two deep-fried bhaturas...Henri Hollis

Mariscos El Sazon del Kora, 7130 Buford Highway, Doraville. "The shrimp cocktail is, like almost everything on the menu, served in very generous portion. The goblet is loaded with a thick red sauce and thick chunks...HANDOUT/Wyatt Williams

Mary Hoopa's House of Fried Chicken & Oysters, 2371 Hosea L. Williams Drive, Atlanta. " On a busy night, stay on the ship at Mary Hoopa’s and you’ll arrive, eventually, at a plate of fried chicken worth the journey...Mia Yakel

Mission + Market, Three Alliance Center, 3550 Lenox Road, Atlanta. “Despite looking a lot like its peers, Mission and Market is an uncommon place, indeed.” – Wyatt WilliamsHenri Hollis

Molly B’s, 1414 Andrew Young International Blvd., Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta. “I’ve had some fried chicken better than what is served at Molly B’s and plenty worse. On the other hand, I’ve never dined in a room...Henri Hollis

Momonoki, 95 Eighth St. NW, Atlanta. "Actually, (the husband-and-wife team of Jason Liang and ChingYao Wang) have created a pair of conjoined spaces that go together like his and hers towels: a restaurant and cafe...Mia Yakel/Mia Yakel

Mushi Ni, Global Grub Collective, 477 Flat Shoals Ave. SE, Atlanta. "As it turns out, a couple of the most impressive offerings are vegetarian. The cauliflower bang bang, a bao stuffed with glazed, fried sweet...HANDOUT/Wyatt Williams

Next Door, 2131 Pleasant Hill Road, Number B3, Duluth. "As Atlanta’s Korean-American community grows, it’s delightful to explore a cuisine that is so much more than just table-top barbecue. " -- Wendell BrockHANDOUT/Wendell Brock

Noona, 3550 W. Lawrenceville St., Duluth. Sure, you can tuck in for a steak and a twice-baked potato. Or you can chill out at the bar as you sip an Asian Medicine and scarf down some kimchi fried rice. There are...Henri Hollis

Public Kitchen & Bar, 3500 Peachtree Road, Atlanta. “As I’ve noticed over the course of my recent meals, Public Kitchen’s sophisticated, stylish environs somewhat belie the fact that this is a middlebrow restaurant...Henri Hollis

Rose + Rye, 87 15th St. NE, Atlanta. "It is disconcerting that the service here can be so unreliable, because the food coming out of the kitchen is much better than that." -- Wyatt WilliamsHenri Hollis/Henri Hollis

Snackboxe Bistro, 6035 Peachtree Road, Doraville. "I look forward to watching this restaurant’s menu grow, though I think I’ll always be having a plate of nam khao. " -- Wyatt WilliamsHANDOUT/Wyatt Williams

Tiny Lou’s, Hotel Clermont, 789 Ponce de Leon Ave., Atlanta. “Still, I’ll be coming back to Tiny Lou’s. I’ll just be hoping that off nights like that go the way of the Clermont’s bad old days." -- Wyatt WilliamsTiny Lou's

The White Bull, 123 E. Court Square, Decatur. “Aspects like house-made everything, guaranteed freshness and vegetables that take center stage are areas where the kitchen, too, demonstrates capability and aspiration...Henri Hollis

Won Won Seafood Restaurant, 1600 Pleasant Hill Road, Duluth. "If I lived nearby, I would be a lunch and dinner regular. For now, dim sum is what makes Won Won worth the trip." --Wendell BrockHANDOUT/Wendell Brock

Slipcovered furniture, weathered pieces and vintage chandeliers are among the shabby chic interiors, in the neoclassical home, which has arched windows and 15-foot ceilings.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Transoms and chandeliers, antique furniture and a custom dining table made from reclaimed wood are among the home's shabby chic interior design. The walls are painted Valspar's Summer Gray.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The couple often hosts dinner parties and envisioned a large table made of reclaimed wood. When they couldn't find one with the length they desired, they worked with artist Patrick Toups to make the iron base, and...Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Pocket doors, wainscoting, fireplaces and arched windows are a few of the architectural features that captivated the homeowners. "There's something that's so intrinsically beautiful about the house that it alleviates...Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The dining table fuses the work of artist Patrick Toups, who made the iron base, with a reclaimed wood top created by homeowner Jeff Eliason.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

One of the home's four bedrooms features a charcoal accent wall with white trim. Artwork, such as a streetscape of Paris over the fireplace, represents their travels, says homeowner Angela Fusaro.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

There's something inviting about a pink room, said homeowner Angela Fusaro. "You can have a space that is welcoming and calming and still be a badass," she said.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Exposed brick wraps around a sunroom decorated with an antique rocking chair and dried flowers from significant bouquets, such as their wedding and friends'€™ weddings.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The organ was handed down from the previous owners, and the artwork is a scene from the couple's wedding captured by an artist.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The photo wall is a focal point showcasing significant moments and people in the couple's life.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Lighting with a vintage industrial look, from Parrot Uncle, sets the scene for movie watching in the media room. Text by Lori Johnston/Fast Copy News Service.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

White subway tile from Floor & Decor with dark gray grout envelops the remodeled kitchen. The 10-burner stove was existing in the home, and the vent hood was custom by artist Patrick Toups. The whitewashed shiplap...Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The modern kitchen opens to a media room. The homeowners used white quartz countertops for the island and black granite for the perimeter, from Artistic Granite and Cabinet Designs.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

An original chandelier, crown molding and a medallion on the 15-foot ceiling, along with mirrors from Scott Antique Market, are eye-catching elements in the living room.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Slipcovered couches from The Dump, a trunk table from Paris On Ponce, movie set lights, and custom chairs and mirrors from Scott Antique Market convene in the shabby chic living room.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

An original chandelier, crown molding and a medallion on the 15-foot ceiling, along with mirrors from Scott Antique Market, are eye-catching elements in the living room.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Homeowner Jeff Eliason collects records and plays them on a gramophone in the home's living room.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The movie set lights fit with the surreal nature of the home, which is an East Lake landmark dating to 1910. Plus, the architect of the home later designed Atlanta's Fox Theatre. "To some degree, the house is grand...Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

"We take things that are old and give them a flair and repurpose it," said homeowner Angela Fusaro.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

When the owners renovated the early 20th century Atlanta home, they tried to salvage existing items, such as the sconces. They look for opportunities to use reclaimed and repurposed items in the architecture and...Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A dog wash area is built into the laundry room, which brings in brick from other areas of the home and subway tile that's also used in the kitchen. The homeowners blended their last names for a unique touch in naming...Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Bunk beds, built-ins and exposed brick create a charming room for guests' children. The lighting is from Ikea.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The master bathroom balances modernity with the past. The existing tub and the fireplace, now part of the oversized shower, join quartz countertops from Artistic Granite and Cabinet Designs and a rain showerhead...Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The neoclassical home in Atlanta's East Lake neighborhood has about 8,000 square feet, four bedrooms and seven baths. Designed by P. Thornton Marye, the Gentry-McClinton House was built in 1910 and is on the National...Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo Photography

Four wood Doric columns and front portico with a coffered ceiling are signature architecture elements at the entrance to the 1910 home. "It's hard not to be impressed when you see it from the outside,"said homeowner...Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

These days, the intersection of Buford Highway and Plaster Road (and the very close-by Dresden Drive) is a lot busier than this scene from 1951. LBGPNS2-098b, Lane Brothers Commercial Photographers Photographic...

Shrimp, shrimp and more shrimp with chips and various sauces and soup at Marisco Landia, which was at 4300 Buford Highway, in 1998.John Spink/AJC

Ho Hai prepares the pho at the newly opened Pho Hoa at 5150 Buford Highway in 1993.Renee Hannans/AJC

Businesses along Buford Highway on January, 28, 1991. Kimberly Smith/AJC

The shopping center at 5805 Buford Highway had an adult movie theater and Rooster's Barnyard adult entertainment nightclub next to each other when this photo was taken on August 20, 1993. These days, you’ll find...

Expanding commercial areas blossom with signs along Buford Highway in Chamblee in 1967.

Spring Rolls at Pho 79* restaurant at 4166 Buford Highway (Plaza Fiesta), in Chamblee on Nov. 19, 1996.Frank Niemeir/AJC

Buford Highway was a rough stretch of road back in 1953. This section had been patched and repatched many times.Ed Bator/AJC staff)

This is what the intersection of Buford Highway and Lenox Road looked like in 1960. It’s quite a bit different these days.AJC staff

Colonial Stores supermarket at the intersection of Clairmont Road and Buford Highway in 1955. LBGPNS3-076a, Lane Brothers Commercial Photographers Photographic Collection, 1920-1976. Photographic Collection, Special...

Cars turn onto Buford Highway, as the camera looks south at Jimmy Carter Boulevard on Sept. 4, 1998, in Norcross. LOUIE FAVORITE/STAFF

Plaza Fiesta on Buford Highway as it was on July 21, 2000.Renee' Hannans/Staff

Doraville signage on Buford Highway on May 22, 2000.Renee' Hannans/Staff

Buford Highway in Doraville on May 22, 2000.Renee' Hannans/Staff

Demolished buildings on Buford Highway, 1965. According to the info listed with this photo, it was at 2901 Buford Highway NE, which puts this near the intersection with North Druid Hills Road (across from the Rusty...Tracy O’Neal

Ricardo Hernadez holds a shrimp dinner plate (left) and oysters outside Marisco Landia, a Mexican Seafood restaurant at 4300 Buford Highway. This was taken in 1993. 5 De Mayo Mexican Restaurant and Pupuseria is...John Spink/AJC

An array of signs greet visitors on Buford Highway at the entrance to Doraville in 1966.AJC file

A large shrimp cocktail sits next to a plate of two soft tacos (carnitas and adobado) at  Las Americas, a Mexican taqueria at Shallowford Road and Buford Highway, in 1998. William Berry/AJC

Construction at the intersection of Lenox Road and Buford Highway, which is visible in the distance, in 1954. Van Toole/AJC staff

The Buford Highway Farmer's Market in 1998. This market is even more bustling today, and carries a huge array of food items from all over the world. Alicia Hansen/AJC

Some offerings a the Buford Highway Farmer's Market in 1998.Alicia Hansen/AJC

This is where Buford Highway (extreme top), North Druid Hills Road and I-85 met in 1973. Bud Skinner/AJC 

Northeast Plaza Shopping Center, Buford Highway, in July 1958. N06-040_01, Tracy O'Neal Photographic Collection, 1923-1975, Photographic Collection. Special Collections and Archives, Georgia State University.

Phillips 66 automobile service station at Buford Highway and Clairmont Road in August 1955. LBGPNS2-099a, Lane Brothers Commercial Photographers Photographic Collection, 1920-1976. Photographic Collection, Special...

A house is moved up Buford Highway toward the intersection of Jimmy Carter Boulevard in Norcross on July 22, 1999.Richard Fowlkes/AJC 

Thai Giao, 18, stocks chopsticks in the dining area at Pho Hoa, which was in Asian Square at 5150 Buford Highway for many years.

Playland Roller Skating Rink at 4405 Buford Highway in 1966. This is near the intersection with Bragg Street. LBSGPNB1-140a, Lane Brothers Commercial Photographers Photographic Collection, 1920-1976. Photographic...

Dim sum steam tray at Happy Valley on Buford Highway in July 2002.William Berry/AJC

An array of signs along Buford Highway in Norcross in 1998.Alicia Hansen/AJC

The description on the back of the photo, from June 1, 1957, reads: "Another Link-- a 2 1/2-mile extension of the Buford Highway section of Atlanta's Expressway System was opened formally in ceremonies Friday,...Frank Beatty/AJC

Businesses along Buford Highway on January, 28, 1991. Kimberly Smith/AJC

March 1964 -- The Kmart store at 4070 Bankhead Avenue. Atlanta area photographer Tracy O’Neal took a variety of pictures of Kmarts and, in the early ‘60s, Kresge stores around the metro area. Here are some of them...

March 1964 -- The Kmart store at 4070 Bankhead Avenue. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

May 1964 -- The Marietta Kmart store. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

May 1964 -- Interior of the Marietta Kmart store. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

November 1964 -- Night view of the large Kmart Plaza sign during the opening of the Cleveland Avenue SW store in Atlanta. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

November 1964 -- Exterior view of the new Kmart Plaza during the opening of the Cleveland Avenue SW store in Atlanta. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

November 1964 -- The staff poses for a group photo before the opening of the new Cleveland Avenue SW Kmart. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

November 1964 -- The Kmart Plaza store opening at Cleveland Avenue SW in Atlanta draws a large crowd. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

November 1964 -- Interior of the new Kmart at Cleveland Avenue SW in Atlanta during its opening. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

November 1964 -- Clerks help a shopper at checkout during the opening of the new Cleveland Avenue SW Kmart. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

November 1964 -- Clothing for sale at the Kmart store on Cleveland Avenue SW in Atlanta. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

July 1966 -- The Kmart Auto Service Center at 5925 Roswell Road. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

July 1966 -- Cash registers inside the Kmart at 5925 Roswell Road. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

July 1966 -- Interior of the Kmart at 5925 Roswell Road. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

July 1966 -- Records and paper towels for sale inside the Kmart at 5925 Roswell Road. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

July 1966 -- Interior of the Kmart at 5925 Roswell Road. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

The predecessors to Kmart were the S.S. Kresge Company stores. In 1899, Sebastian Spering Kresge founded what would become one of America’s largest discount retail chains. At its peak in 2000, Kmart operated 2,171...

1960 -- An S.S. Kresge Company store under construction. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

1960 -- The new Kresge store as it looked when completed. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

May 1960 -- Kresge Stores employees pose for a photo at the North Decatur Road store in Decatur. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

1960 -- Interior of the Decatur Kresge store. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

1960 -- Interior of the Decatur Kresge store. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

1960 -- Interior of the Decatur Kresge store. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

1960 -- Interior of the Decatur Kresge store. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

1960 -- Interior of the Decatur Kresge store. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

1960 -- Interior of the Decatur Kresge store. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

1960 -- Interior of the Decatur Kresge store. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

1960 -- Interior of the Decatur Kresge store. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

1960 -- Interior of the Decatur Kresge store. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

1960 -- The Decatur Kresge store’s snack bar. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

1960 -- The lunch counter at the Decatur Kresge store. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAHIC COLLECTION / GSU

1960 -- The kitchen at the North Decatur Road Kresge store. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

1960 -- Another view of the Kresge luncheonette area. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

Pavers and slate chips created a modern geometric look in the backyard, which was updated with a treehouse (to the left) and a deck.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The Craftsman bungalow in Atlanta's Candler Park neighborhood was built in the 1920s.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Like other homes in Candler Park, the bungalow has a deep front porch, columns and a railing with modern lines.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The dining room table and chairs were both Craigslist finds. When they sanded the top, Stephanie Andrews said they found the table was made of two types of wood. "It created this really cool stripe that you can...Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Homeowner and designer Stephanie Andrews describes the interior design style as global and collected. The Craftsman bungalow's modern vibe comes from the burst of color, such as blues and greens, in the home.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The dining room table and chairs were both Craigslist finds. When they sanded the top, Stephanie Andrews said they found the table was made of two types of wood. "It created this really cool stripe that you can...Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

In the galley-style kitchen, they repainted the cabinets and added absolute black granite honed countertops, an undermount sink and a new faucet.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Instead of replacing the cabinets, Stephanie Andrews had them repainted in a creamy tone and removed the doors for open shelving.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Homeowner and designer Stephanie Andrews describes the interior design style as global and collected. The Craftsman bungalow's modern vibe comes from the burst of color, such as blues and greens, in the home.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

An eggplant velvet sofa, colorful rug and olive green fireplace are set against the dark window sashes, doors and black lacquered mantel in the living room.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The live-edge coffee table has been in Stephanie Andrews' family for years: her grandfather made it in the 1970s and it's a favorite piece.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Hues such as eggplant, olive, black and white blend with patterns in the living room, Maggie, their dog, lays on a vintage Turkish rug from Designer Rug Warehouse.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A key architectural feature is the curved arch ceiling in the master bedroom, which reminds the homeowners of a ship. The low mid-century modern furniture fits with the dimensions of the upstairs space.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The front porch's rattan sofa is often a napping and reading spot. Colorful accents include the turquoise front door.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The backyard's colorful and modern makeover replaced a brick patio with a deck that offered room for dining and gathering.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The tree house rises and connects to the loft over the garage. It's among the updates that modernized and reclaimed the backyard, which previously had a small hill and water issues. The retaining wall also designated...Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The treehouse, equipped with a hammock, was added to the backyard several years ago and continues to be used by the family.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Edward and Stephanie Andrews built the treehouse several years ago in their Candler Park backyard. Edward is works for UPS, and Stephanie is the founder of Balance Design.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Sandy Richman (left), Eric Richman, Christie Dust and Don Dust (right) look over artwork while at the Yellow Daisy Festival at Stone Mountain Park on Sunday, September 9, 2018. (Photo: STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL...

Kristina McFadden plays peekaboo with 11-month-old Benjamin Buffington while at the Yellow Daisy Festival at Stone Mountain Park on Sunday, September 9, 2018. (Photo: STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC)

Drue Robidoux looks over the clothes she made for a Wonder Woman doll during the Yellow Daisy Festival at Stone Mountain Park on Sunday, September 9, 2018. (Photo: STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC)

People make their way past the many artists' booths during the Yellow Daisy Festival at Stone Mountain Park on Sunday, September 9, 2018. (Photo: STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC)

Artist Shane Flexer (right) explains his woodcarving techniques to Harry Udell, 6, during the Yellow Daisy Festival at Stone Mountain Park on Sunday, September 9, 2018. (Photo: STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC)

Fall-themed artwork was on display at the Yellow Daisy Festival at Stone Mountain Park on Sunday, September 9, 2018. (Photo: STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC)

Jackie Mattews calls people over to try some fudge samples at the Ginny's Fudge and Nuts booth during Yellow Daisy Festival at Stone Mountain Park on Sunday, September 9, 2018. (Photo: STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL...

Sr. Iofre Santa Creu, a performer from Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament, walks through the Yellow Daisy Festival before his show at Mountain Park on Sunday, September 9, 2018. (Photo: STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL...

Jon Mraz sits among his wall art while waiting for customers during the Yellow Daisy Festival at Stone Mountain Park on Sunday, September 9, 2018. (Photo: STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC)

Singer Graig Gleason performs at the Yellow Daisy Festival at Stone Mountain Park on Sunday, September 9, 2018. (Photo: STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC)

Donna Ross (left) makes cotton candy for Limberly Moriarty and her daughter Lily during the Yellow Daisy Festival at Stone Mountain Park on Sunday, September 9, 2018. (Photo: STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC)

The guest house's board and batten walls are painted Upward by Sherwin-Williams. Golf clubs and balls and a statue of a female golfer harken to the property's location near East Lake Golf Club and a history with...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Brick details and 12-foot ceilings are favorite features in the great room, where the homeowners watch golf on TV.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The East Lake sun design on the transom leading to the great room matches the sun design above the front door.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The kitchen was renovated to include an island and leathered granite countertops. The appliances are by GE. The exposed beams separating the kitchen from the great room were found in the attic during the renovations...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A stained glass transom featuring the sunny East Lake neighborhood logo welcomes people into the the late 19th century home. The original hardwood floors and trim are among the homeowners' favorite details.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A second stained glass transom decorates the entryway to the great room. The brick originally was on the exterior before Rick Baldwin and Lisa Walker purchased the home in 2013 and renovated it.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

One of the three bathrooms is updated with granite counters and subway tile.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The bathrooms in the 1890s home are updated for today, with subway tile, a walk-in shower and granite countertops.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The East Lake backyard includes a casual seating area with ferns and flowers. The house is on the Sept. 15-16 East Lake Tour of Homes.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The flagstone patio, which has repurposed granite and brick from the foundation and chimney used for its perimeter, includes room for a teak dining set. The double-sided fireplace connects to the screened patio...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The front porch has painted brick in a hue that fits with the neighborhood logo. The bricks were believed to be made on the property when it was constructed, according to information that homeowner Rick Baldwin...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Rick Baldwin and Lisa Walker are the husband-and-wife team who own Rick Baldwin Homes with Keller Williams Metro Atlanta. (Christopher Oquendo Photography)Fast Copy News Service

The property originally was composed of two buildings - a home and separate cottage - that were connected during renovations in 2013-2014. The 1898 building was originally a boarding house while the 1894 cottage...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The screened patio contains colorful seating and Atlanta-themed art and accessories, such as a reproduction Coca-Cola cooler from Scott Antique Market. When they thought about connecting the cottage to the home...

A planter is filled with flowers and woodsy touches, such as the owl accessories.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The window from the dining area to the kitchen is original to the house.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Brick details and 12-foot ceilings are favorite features in the great room, where the homeowners watch golf on TV.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The flagstone patio, which has repurposed granite and brick from the foundation and chimney used for its perimeter, includes room for a teak dining set. The double-sided fireplace connects to the screened patio...Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

DeKalb County, Ga: Business section of Brookhaven whose population is on the increase...growth is so rapid that existing facilities become inadequate almost overnight. Nov. 1949.Unknown/AJC staff

Playland Roller Skating Rink at 4405 Buford Highway in 1966. LBSGPNB1-140a, Lane Brothers Commercial Photographers Photographic Collection, 1920-1976. Photographic Collection, Special Collections and Archives,...Lane Brothers Commercial Photogr

Dekalb-Peachtree Airport, more commonly known as Peacthree Dekalb, in 1976.Joe Benton/AJC

Undated but early photo of the Capital City Country Club, originally known as Brookhaven Country Club, and built 1927.AJC file

Bob Hope and Jerry Colonna on horseback making a publicity appearance in Brookhaven, 1943. LBP22-043e, Lane Brothers Commercial Photographers Photographic Collection, 1920-1976. Photographic Collection, Special...Lane Brothers Commercial Photogr

Though there was a date of 1940 attached to this shot of Brookhaven, it seems much more likely that it's in the early 1950s. The billboard on the left appears to be advertising a new 1953 Ford. LBGPF8-052a, Lane...Lane Brothers Commercial Photogr

Brookhaven Pharmacy in 1954. LBCB040-003a, Lane Brothers Commercial Photographers Photographic Collection, 1920-1976. Photographic Collection, Special Collections and Archives, Georgia State University Library...Lane Brothers Commercial Photogr

A Brookhaven street scene from 1955. LBGPF8-049a, Lane Brothers Commercial Photographers Photographic Collection, 1920-1976. Photographic Collection, Special Collections and Archives, Georgia State University Library...Lane Brothers Commercial Photogr

A Brookhaven street scene from 1942. LBGPF8-051a, Lane Brothers Commercial Photographers Photographic Collection, 1920-1976. Photographic Collection, Special Collections and Archives, Georgia State University Library...Lane Brothers Commercial Photogr

A Texaco station on Peachtree Road in Brookhaven in 1952. LBGPF8-050a, Lane Brothers Commercial Photographers Photographic Collection, 1920-1976. Photographic Collection, Special Collections and Archives, Georgia...Lane Brothers Commercial Photogr

Shops in the commercial district of Brookhaven, 1949.AJC file

Expanding commercial areas blossom with signs along Buford Highway in Chamblee in 1967Donna Warner

These days, the intersection of Buford Highway and Plaster Road (and the very close-by Dresden Drive) is a lot busier than this scene from 1951. LBGPNS2-098b, Lane Brothers Commercial Photographers Photographic...Lane Brothers Commercial Photogr

Chamblee's Wallace and Warnock's general store was established in what later became Masonic Hall. In this photo from 1983, it's the Treasure Mart.Unknown

First of the stores in the old business district of Chamblee, GA stand across the street from the railroad tracks. (Dwight Ross / AJC staff) 1965Dwight Ross/AJC

Chamblee Plaza in 1963. LBGPF1-055a, Lane Brothers Commercial Photographers Photographic Collection, 1920-1976. Photographic Collection, Special Collections and Archives, Georgia State University Library.Lane Brothers Commercial Photogr

Chamblee Plaza shopping center, 1965. N30-159_01, Tracy O'Neal Photographic Collection, 1923-1975, Photographic Collection. Special Collections and Archives, Georgia State University.Tracy O'Neal

Students rehearsing at the Chinese Community Center in Chamblee for the Chinese New Year celebration in 1992.Jean Shifrin/AJC

Cheerleading team from Chamblee High School, DeKalb County circa 1962.William Black Collection/DeKalb Historical Society

Colonial Stores supermarket at the intersection of Clairmont Road and Buford Highway in 1955. LBGPNS3-076a, Lane Brothers Commercial Photographers Photographic Collection, 1920-1976. Photographic Collection, Special...Lane Brothers Commercial Photogr

Brookhaven Fire Department in 1947. LBGPOA2-039b, Lane Brothers Commercial Photographers Photographic Collection, 1920-1976. Photographic Collection, Special Collections and Archives, Georgia State University Library...Lane Brothers Commercial Photogr

Eastman Kodak Company, Chamblee, Georgia, circa 1954. LBCB045-060a, Lane Brothers Commercial Photographers Photographic Collection, 1920-1976. Photographic Collection, Special Collections and Archives, Georgia State...Lane Brothers Commercial Photogr

WW1 scene at Camp Gordon in Chamblee. The training camp was abandoned in 1921. During World War II, the former Camp Hancock near Augusta was renamed Camp (leter Fort) Gordon.AJC file

Locomotive after a collision, Chamblee, Georgia, 1948. Damaged negative. N02-043_01, Tracy O'Neal Photographic Collection, 1923-1975, Photographic Collection. Special Collections and Archives, Georgia State University...Tracy O'Neal

A surprised Margaret Mitchell at her favorite Brookhaven swimming spotSPECIAL COPY WORK

McElroy Memorial Presbyterian Church at 3593 Clairmont Road NE, in August 1962. N20-074_01, Tracy O'Neal Photographic Collection, 1923-1975, Photographic Collection. Special Collections and Archives, Georgia State...Tracy O'Neal

Production crew and actress look over script before filming, circa 1940s, somewhere in Chamblee.Carolyn McKenzie Carter/AJC

Oglethorpe University benefactor John T. Lupton and his wife, Elizabeth Patten Lupton at an on-campus ceremony in the late 1920s. LBGlass - 057, Lane Brothers Commercial Photographers Photographic Collection, 1920-1976...Lane Brothers Commerical Photogr

Oglethorpe University in 1941. LBGPF4-033b, Lane Brothers Commercial Photographers Photographic Collection, 1920-1976. Photographic Collection, Special Collections and Archives, Georgia State University Library...Lane Brothers Commercial Photogr

Peachtree Road and Club Drive, Brookhaven, Georgia, 1955. Looking north. N04-193_01, Tracy O'Neal Photographic Collection, 1923-1975, Photographic Collection. Special Collections and Archives, Georgia State University...Tracy O'Neal

Phillips 66 automobile service station at Buford Highway and Clairmont Road in August 1955. LBGPNS2-099a, Lane Brothers Commercial Photographers Photographic Collection, 1920-1976. Photographic Collection, Special...Lane Brothers Commercial Photgra

Dominick Blaylock is a wide receiver at Walton High School. Blaylock is Cobb school’s first Super 11 selection since Tyren Jones and Brandon Kublanow in 2012.Jenna Eason/AJC

Andrew Booth is a cornerback at Archer High School. Booth is the Gwinnett school’s first super 11 selection since Dylan Singleton in 2015.Jenna Eason/AJC

Kyle Hamilton plays safety at Marist. Hamilton is Marist's first Super 11 selection since Bartley Miller in 2001.Jenna Eason/AJC

Jadon Haselwood is a wide receiver at Cedar Grove High School. Haselwood in Cedar Grove's first Super 11 selection since Antwuan Jackson in 2015.Jenna Eason/AJC

Chris Hinton is a defensive and offensive lineman for the Greater Atlanta Christian School. He is the Gwinnett school's first Super 11 selection since Kyler McMichael in 2017.Jenna Eason/AJC

Ramel Keyton is a wide receiver for Marietta High School. He is Marietta's first Super 11 selection since Derrick Tinsley in 2000.Jenna Eason/AJC

Trezmen Marshall is a linebacker at Clinch County High School. Marshall is the first Super 11 selection from the Homerville, Ga., school.Jenna Eason/AJC

Harry Miller lines up at center for Buford High School. Miller is the Gwinnett school's first Super 11 selection since Korie Rogers in 2013.Jenna Eason/AJC

Owen Pappoe is a linebacker for Grayson High School. Pappoe is Grayson's first Super 11 pick since Deangelo Gibbs and Jamyest Williams in 2016.Jenna Eason/AJC

Jalen Perry is a cornerback for the Dacula High School. Perry is the school’s first Super 11 selection since Des Williams in 2002.Jenna Eason/AJC

Travon Walker is a defensive tackle for Upson-Lee High School. Walker is the first Super 11 selection from the Thomaston, Ga., school.Jenna Eason/AJC

The 6,300-square-foot Dunwoody home includes five bedrooms and five-and-a-half baths. The Colonial home, which was built in 1974, will be featured in the Sept. 15 National Association of the Remodeling Industry...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo Photography

The blue dining room in the Colonial home has a formal air, with molding, an ornate mirror and china.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The breakfast nook, with a vaulted ceiling, is flooded in natural light in Steve and Caron Morgan's Dunwoody home.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A collection of Minton china from homeowner Steve Morgan's grandmother decorate the dining room walls, which feature a blue patterned wallpaper. The gold mirror was owned by Steve's mother and the tray was inherited...Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Bells and Bibles are displayed on the secretary in the living room.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Wine-toned walls set the scene for music in the formal living room, which includes velvet king and queen chairs and a Persian rug.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The foyer is the setting for a pump organ and a painting by Gary Tonge Latimer.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

An unexpected foyer feature is the pump organ, which the couple inherited from Caron Morgan's great aunt.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A commissioned painting by English artist Gary Tonge Latimer was inspired by a photo of the marsh in Florida near Cape San Blas, their favorite beach, said homeowner Caron Morgan.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The stage is set up for the homeowners’ granddaughters to dress up and perform. The backdrop is used a print of Dunvegan Castle on the Isle of Skye, Scotland, of the Clan of MacLeod (enlarged and printed by Pixers...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The family room also has a vaulted ceiling, which provides room for large-scale pieces such as the hutch.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Steve and Caron Morgan's basement renovation, completed in 2017 by Weidmann & Associates, will be on the Sept. 15 National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) Atlanta Tour of Remodeled Homes. The quartzite...Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The earth-tone bathroom in the basement connects to the guest room. The countertop and shower seat were fabricated by Art Rock Creations.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo Photography

The basement has two full bathrooms, including this sea-inspired space that is below the sunroom and serves as a changing room when using the pool.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The basement is complete with a playhouse."This child-friendly environment is piquing their curiosity, igniting their creativity and stimulating their imagination just as we had hoped it would," Caron said.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Retired teacher Caron Morgan designed the basement playroom with areas for exploration and hands-on learning for her granddaughters.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo Photography

The vaulted sunroom, completed in 2011, includes a pool by Endless Pools. Kauffman Design was the architect and project manager for the sunroom.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Steve Morgan said their granddaughters like to play in the stream bed when they wet it by the hidden pipe and valve. "We move the rocks and look under them for creatures," Caron Morgan said.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo Photography

Decks & More built the deck, which has furniture from AuthenTEAK Outdoor Living.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo Photography

Caron and Steve Morgan purchased their Dunwoody home in 1993. Caron is a retired teacher and Steve is a retired dentist.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo