Atlanta home tour: Edgewood craftsman is an eco-friendly treasure

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Adding eco-friendly features didn’t mean that Mara Dodson had to lose the original touches in her 1920s Craftsman bungalow.

The gray cabinets pick up the veining of the Cambria quartz countertops. A stainless steel range by Samsung, vent hood and refrigerator are also Energy Star-approved. Open shelves break up the cabinets, complimented by and allow red and copper dishware and glassware.

The Craftsman bungalow, built in 1925 and renovated in 2016, is now an award-winning home in Atlanta's Edgewood neighborhood. It features eco-conscious elements such as Icynene foam insulation and sheetrock while keeping certain original aspects of the home, such as the hardwood floors and fireplaces.

"The living room is where we spend most of our time and we love the cozy homey feeling," said homeowner Mara Dodson.

A built-in bookshelf topped with columns separate the living room from the dining room. A marble and wooden side table from Target is decorated with a metallic dish.

A geometric pillow and a Georgia's home pillow decorate a Macy's burnt orange leather lounge chair, which offers relaxation next to one of the home's two original fireplace. The built-in bookshelf separates the living room and the dining room.

A three-pendant chandelier hangs over the inherited dining table in Mara Dodson's and Doug LeGette's dining room. A white runner with black dots is speckled with jade tableware. The dining chairs were purchased through the Houzz website.

A sliding barn door hides the closets in the master bedroom and serves as a divider to the bathroom.

One of Mara Dodson's favorite pieces in her Atlanta home is her grandmothers china cabinet, which is filled with books and photos. An"Edgewood" subway sign hangs above the entryway to represent her neighborhood.

A collection of decorative red and gray pillows and throws adorn the bed in a guest room. In lieu of a traditional nightstand, a small wood table holds a lavender bouquet. Text by Marena Galluccio/Fast Copy News Service. (Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com)

While the restored original fireplace is no longer in use, a pair of black iron lanterns with white candles provide a fresh glow.

A modern spider-like light from Houzz is an eye-catching fixture in Mara Dodson's and Doug LeGette's living room.

Dior: Glamour by Mark Shaw rests on a marble and wood coffee table from Target in the living room. A woven blue-and-white rug offers a geometric pattern in contrast to the marble top and was purchased online at AllModern.

Greenery is brought into the guest bedroom with a tree-inspired rug and the bookshelf. The antique vanity with perfume bottles was passed down in the family. (Christopher Oquendo/www.ophotography.com)

The mid-century modern design is evident through Mara Dodson and Doug LeGette's master bedroom with the fretwork pattern on the chests by CTH Sherrill Occasional from Lenoir Empire Furniture in Tennessee.

Dressers with fretwork in a honeycomb-like design by CTH Sherrill Occasional, with a pair of metallic lamps from T.J. Maxx, flank the bed.

One of Mara Dodson and Doug LeGette's favorite rooms is the modern master bathroom in the 1920s Craftsman bungalow."Our master bathroom is a wonderful upgrade for us and includes two sinks and a great shower space that feels open and airy," Dodson said.

Mara Dodson and Doug LeGette sit in their living room with their dog, Buddy. Mara is a consultant for The Moss Group while Doug is a special education teacher. Their Craftsman bungalow in Atlanta's Edgewood neighborhood was built in 1925 and renovated in 2016 by Joe Thomas of Elemental Green Homes .

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The gray cabinets pick up the veining of the Cambria quartz countertops. A stainless steel range by Samsung, vent hood and refrigerator are also Energy Star-approved. Open shelves break up the cabinets, complimented by and allow red and copper dishware and glassware.

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