Party on the Dark Side By: Stephanie Andrews “I dwell in a lonely house I know That vanished many a Summer ago, And left no trace but the cellar walls, And a cellar in which the daylight falls And the purple-stemmed wild raspberries grow. I dwell with a strangely aching heart In that...
What’s Happening this Weekend? And a List of 10 October To-Do's. By: Stephanie Andrews Allie putting the final touches on this year's PRIDE window. It’s October! In Atlanta, Halloween decorations abound, and the weather is gorgeous! We also celebrate Atlanta Pride in October with a huge festival and parade...
Hi Friends, Happy 4th of July!! I must admit, it's difficult for me to say that right now. As the daughter and granddaughter of a veteran, it's hard to acknowledge that the fireworks, national anthem, and flags, which always brought me a sense of pride and...
A Study in Style 50 Ways to Claim Your Personal Style by: Stephanie Andrews Happy Friday! This Saturday, June 28th, from 12 to 5 p.m., we're hosting our first Vintage Pop-Up Sale at our studio. I'm co-hosting with my friend Rebecca from House 10 Design, who has curated a...
Beauty, Order and a Whole Lotta Love by: Stephanie Andrews Hello friends, I'm thrilled to share some exciting updates about our Balance Design work studio! Over the past few weeks, we've been busy transforming our studio space, which was made possible thanks to the incredible help of some...
My Secret Garden by: Stephanie Andrews Hello Friends, It has been a while since I last wrote. The past few weeks have been challenging for me. I sadly experienced the unexpected passing of a young friend. While I didn't want to begin my note with somber news, it...
A Tail of a Mischevious Mutt. Hello friends from Paris, My view of the Eiffel Tower at dusk. This may be my favorite city in the world. It has been a tough week, but I am now in my happy place-Paris. This weekend, we said goodbye to our...
by: Stephanie Andrews Hello friends! I hope you are well and making it through this cold February with a smile, at least mostly. I often struggle with February, wanting warmer temps, a tropical vacation, and feeling a comedown from the holidays. I give February a hard...
By: Stephanie Andrews Happy Valentine’s Day, my friends. I hope my email finds you well. In Atlanta, my family, our Balance Design team, some friends, and I have been through it! (A Norovirus that acted like the worst food poisoning I have ever had.) Couple that recovery...