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We scouted Atlanta for the best interior decor products for this spring's trending style: the modern revival of granny floral.

Butterfly chairs come in eight faux furs, from mink to Mongolian lamb. The Devyn Tufted Tête-à-Tête bed has upholstered head- and footboards for gab fests.

A few years ago I boldly announced to my family and friends that when they gave me gifts, I’d prefer things that weren’t going to stick around for the duration—in other words, things that could be used up, recycled, or repurposed.

I realize that holiday-themed china is about as hip as Santa Claus sweaters and not nearly so ironic. Nonetheless, every year about this time, I switch my everyday dishes for the Christmas patterns.

Tim Hobby is back in the furniture business. The veteran Atlanta designer and former retailer has opened a Minotti showroom at ADAC (suite 317). His business partner, Jennifer Astrop, had most recently been independently representing modern furniture lines. Now the two have joined forces and dubbed their new venture Hobby Astrop Modern.

Atlanta has a new kitchen showroom. The MUSA Kitchen Hub, located in Tucker, recently opened its doors and will host a grand opening reception on May 15. The 2,000-square-room space carries laminate countertops, cabinetry, sinks, hardware, and faucets.

Drawing inspiration from books, animals, art museums, and vintage book covers, Lamb’s whimsical designs reflect recurring themes of what she calls “magical realism”: moody landscapes in faded blues, animal menageries in warm terracottas, and playful rabbits in hues of melon and sage.

Smart Glass Art founder Kathleen Plate—famous for slicing and upcycling beverage bottles into jewelry, wall hangings, and even runway fashion—has introduced a new line of affordable, semicustom light fixtures.

Over a round of beanbag toss at a Thanksgiving get-together in 2014, brothers-in-law Dwain Cox and Chris Jones decided they could elevate the humble lawn game, which is usually associated more with “frat party” than fine craftsmanship.

Frequent Atlanta Magazine’s HOME contributor Emily J. Followill recently released her first book, The Southern Rustic Cabin (Gibbs Smith), which explores 13 log homes across five states.