Vintage Meets Modern in an Atlanta Home With Just the Right Amount of Masculine Style

Owner of hip Atlanta shop Brick + Mortar, and curator of all things vintage, David Kowalski took on a fixer upper with charming architectural details and transformed it into a home chock-full of character.

A master of mixing vintage treasures with modern decor, David made his house a home, one piece at a time. He cleverly laid two desktops across antique sawhorses to create a massive dining room table that can comfortably accommodate more than a dozen guests. A midcentury pendant hovers above a collection of flea market finds pulling the eye toward the room’s gorgeous built-ins and coffered ceiling.

David, the homeowner, is a big fan of collecting items, then grouping them to great effect. These candlesticks are the perfect example. They provide an interesting focal point during the daytime and a beautiful glow in the evening.

Mixing in natural elements like plants, baskets, fruit or, in this case, taxidermy helps a space feel warm and storied. The mix of masculine elements with the flowing drapery, table linen and brass accents keeps it from feeling like a hunting lodge.