Photography sets tone for Ed Roland's retreat

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Photography sets tone for Ed Roland's retreat

Ed Roland, the lead singer of Collective Soul, shares an artful and comfortable Buckhead retreat with his wife, Michaeline, and son, Lindsey.

Portrait of Michaeline and Ed Roland in their Buckhead townhome. Ed is the lead singer of Colletive Soul, and Michaeline is an executive recruiter.

Shep the dog strolls through the living room.

The dining room's bold colors make the photography pop.

One of two floral photographs by Robert Mapplethorpe in the dining room. The Mapplethorpe photos were some of the first Ed purchased.

The downstairs is a grand living space, with each room opening to the next.

A photo of Ed's father, Eddie Roland, who was a Southern Baptist minister, sits on a Bible on the piano.

This is the area where Ed likes to write music. On the wall is a set of photographs by Vik Muniz. The piano was a gift from Elton John.

Guitars and a photography book titled "Sumo" by Helmut Newton. Only 10,000 copies of the book were printed.

A Polynesian wishing vessel rests on the piano.

This Henri Cartier Bresson photo is part of Ed's photo collection.

Another view of the living room, which is downstairs.

Lindsey's bedroom.

Lindsey's room includes a 'Love Sack' sofa.

Ed poses with the guitars that are a yearly birthday gift to his son, Lindsey.

A photograph of Ed's son, Lindsey Kris Roland, by photographer Angela West hangs above the Australian walnut fireplace in the master bedroom. The master bath is in the background.

Family moments in the master bedroom include a Father's Day gift painted by son Lindsey, who has an artistic streak.

The master bedroom includes a custom-made headboard of Australian walnut. It is also a favorite hangout for Shep the dog.

This signed Paul McCartney photo was a wedding gift from Michaeline's uncle.

Texture is what makes the master bath special.

A photogram of a doll dress by photographer Todd Murphy.

Ed's guitar collection includes about 75 guitars, some of which are displayed in the house.

Ed and Michaeline, who loves to cook, look over recipes from The Flying Biscuit cookbook. The famous breakfast spot is one of their favorite Atlanta spots.

Dark woods play off the rich granite counters in the kitchen.

The appliances are stainless steel.

A painting by Kojo Griffin on a wall adjoining the kitchen area.

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Portrait of Michaeline and Ed Roland in their Buckhead townhome. Ed is the lead singer of Colletive Soul, and Michaeline is an executive recruiter.

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