Photoshoot "Fav 5"

1. GT Rocker - "This Gus* Modern piece has wonderful clean lines and a sleek look. Yet it remains very comfortable and versatile, wether placed in a cozy nursery or an ultra modern living space."

2. Dorothy Goode - "These abstract panels from our Westside neighbor Emily Amy Gallery add wonderful interest and height to this space. The subtle colors work with the rustic, Beach-y feel of this room while adding a touch of drama. Contemporary art has the ability to work alongside both antiques and modern furniture, and can act as the glue that holds old and new elements together."

3. French Pottery Lamp - "I love this piece. I made this lamp years ago from a very heavy piece of French Pottery. The weight is very nice, and I love the unfinished quality of the ceramic. I never shy away from a statement piece of lighting!"

4. Tibetan Rug - "This beautiful all wool rug is handwoven in Nepal. This particular line of Pheonix-Weave rugs is exclusive to Verde Home, and each is completely customizable. The color combination shown makes me feel as if I am walking straight off of teh beach and into this airy living room."

5. Console - "This heirloom quality console is locally made of reclaimed pine. The rough hew, distressed edges make it an interesting piece from any angle. The craftsman has let the natural beauty of teh wood shine through."

Laura Walker Baird

Occupation

Principal Designer at Laura Walker Ltd. and Co-owner of Verde Home

On The Map

Based in Atlanta GA and active throughout southeast.

• As someone who has almost always been in constant contact with priceless antiques, what would be the one piece you would kill to have in your personal collection?  18th Century Italian, marquetry. A piece by Giuseppe Maggiolini.
• What is the most fascinating book you have read lately?  Sleeping with the Enemy: Coco Chanel's Secret War by Hal Vaughan.
• What color can you not live without?  Red.
• What legendary interior designer or creative mind would you most love to meet?  Billy Baldwin.
• What is your favorite historical time period, and why? 1940's. So much creativity in sleek "moderne" furniture, i.e. Jansen, and a celebration post war.
• Where will you travel next?  St. John, with the whole family for the holidays.