Gallery wall in our living room as seen in Atlanta magazine HOME. Photo credit: Anthony Masterson Photography Cirque by Steve McKenzie which will be at Spotlight on Art Jill with a favorite painting by Elias Rivera. Photo Credit: CatMax Photography From a relaxed rehearsal dinner to a special bridal shower to a themed party, Dot […]
For this Library Friday feature, steve mckenzie’s team member, Xavier Neuner is back – and this time he brings a debate! Xavier Neuner Xavier selected “Jackson Pollock: A Biography,” as his choice this Library Friday, and offers some unique insight into the work of this timeless artist… Hello avid steve mckenzie’s readers, This week’s Library Friday topic […]
We have a treat for you all today! We’re thrilled to feature the husband-wife team that is Anthony-Masterson. This dynamite team specialize in photography and filmmaking. And their work is almost as fantastic as they are… Steve and Jill have gotten to know Owen and Christine by working with them on a number of design projects […]
Large but oddly trapezoid shaped island looks like it would be great but…it wasn’t! The flow is pretty good on this side. Opposite the island and there was a dance floor of empty space in-between! Inviting and invigorated kitchen island |photo by Christina Wedge Photography Not only updated but added storage and warming drawer. Love […]
Sometimes We Need a Little Motivation This year, we are motivated to be present in the moment, thanks to a recent sermon from our minister, Dr. Bill Burch. Present in the moment means focusing your attention on your companion, your conversation, your surroundings, and not checking your phone. All kinds of good things happen […]
Our space in this year’s Design, Wine & Dine Showhouse, supporting the Historic Macon Foundation is finally complete! While we’re delighted with the way the dining room by McKenzie Design turned out, we’re even more… More Macon, GA is currently undergoing a bit of a revitalization. Like many historic downtown areas in the Southeast, Macon […]
MidCentury design has always resonated with us. From Jill’s early years working in her parent’s Scandinavian modern furniture stores, to Steve’s appreciation for modern art, it’s no wonder Leslie Williamson’s book, Modern Originals: At Home with MidCentury European Designers found its way onto the shelves at steve mckenzie’s. Williamson’s book features the homes of many iconic, and […]
Folks frequently ask about Steve’s studio – and lucky for us, he loves sharing his happy place with others! It’s perfectly situated to fuel his creativity. Back in April, Paige Minear shared a visit to Steve’s studio on her blog, The Pink Clutch. We thought we’d take this opportunity to share some of the same tour […]
If you’ve been out of touch for a while, you may not have heard… Wallpaper is back in a BIG way. Chances are, you already know this and have been seeing the wonders of wallpaper just about everywhere you look. We were inspired to share the wonders of wallpaper with you, thanks to a fantastic […]
Delightful dahlias American Leather Comfort Sleeper Sofa at Verde Home As our family had the privilege of recently hosting our own rehearsal dinner, I want to share some thoughts while they are still fresh in my mind. Traditionally, the rehearsal dinner is held the night before the wedding and hosted by the groom’s family. It’s […]
In honor of the launch of the new Florence Broadhurst collection by Selamat, this Library Friday is about the fantastical life – or lives – of the Australian handprint wallpaper designer, Florence Broadhurst. Florence Broadhurst Florence Broadhurst: Her Secret & Extraordinary Lives is a dazzling portrait of one woman’s flair for the theatrics in life […]
In continuation of our love of cloth napkins, and in celebration of the spring entertaining season, we felt it was high time we help bring back the art of the folded napkin. Sure, there are plenty of creative napkin folds out there, many daunting and overly executed. And, while we don’t think your napkin folds […]
You may recall when Steve and the team worked to create a truly memorable and inspiring home for a deserving family here in Atlanta with Dwell with Dignity. It was a remarkable project – and talented group of professionals to work with – providing a warm and welcome place for a local family to thrive […]
This past Friday was “National Pack Your Lunch Day” (yes, it seems there’s a day for everything) and it inspired us to get thinking about more creative ways to get us excited about lunchtime. Forget the boring brown bag – we’re revitalizing lunchtime with some fun additions to pump up your basic lunch from home […]
