Harrison Design Associates News

Island Retreat featured in Trends Magazine
February 6th, 2012

The latest issue of Trends magazine is running a beautiful spread about one of our projects on St. Simons Island, Georgia.  This Arts and Crafts style home (PDF) represents a great collaboration with Rob Marett Custom Homes, Lisa Torbett Interiors and two incredibly dynamic clients.  Congratulations to the HDA team which included William ‘Bill’ Harrison, Jasmine Chulacharitta, Chad Goehring, Derek Hopkins and Steven Markey.

Deborah Hodge Harrison named Fernbank Museum of Natural History's Chairman of the Board of Trustees
January 10th, 2012

Deborah Hodge Harrison has been named the 2012 Chairman of the Board of Trustees for the Fernbank Museum of Natural History.  Deborah has been active with the museum since 2000.  She has served in various capacities, including as a Trustee and has chaired A Timeless Affair, the museum’s signature fundraiser.  In her role as Chairman, Deborah will continue to build upon the museum’s mission to inspire life-long learning of natural history through dynamic programming to encourage a greater appr...

Bill Harrison among the 50 top people who are defining Atlanta style today.
October 25th, 2011

Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles’ November issue includes Bill Harrison as one of the most influential people making an impact on Atlanta design.

AJC features the renovation and greening of a 1920s Tudor
August 15th, 2011

HDA’s Rick Hatch, and contractor Robert Soens of Pinnacle Custom Builders worked closely with the Ruediger family to renovate and restore their 1920s Tudor home.  In addition to creating better flow and expanded space, the house is now platinum-level EarthCraft certified.

Preservation through Relocation
August 10th, 2011

Come learn about our exciting endeavor to save a magnificent Catholic basilica by relocating it from Buffalo, New York to Norcross, Georgia. The Southeast Chapter of the Institute of Classical Architecture & Art is hosting this informational forum in Buckhead at 6:00 pm on Monday, August 15th at The Cathedral of Christ the King Catholic Church, Parrish Center.  Father Dye of Mary Our Queen will lead a lecture, with contributions by Bill Harrison of Harrison Design Associates, and Dean Michael...

HDA featured in Traditional Home
August 4th, 2011

Read all about the elegant and family-friendly home of former Atlanta Brave, Jeff Blauser, and his family.

Charlie Loudermilk Statue Unveiled in Birthday Surprise
July 18th, 2011

Congratulations to our friend Charlie Loudermilk on the dedication of a new statue in his honor.  Friends and family gathered on Tuesday, July 12th at the Buckhead park bearing his name, to celebrate the 84th birthday of one of Atlanta’s greatest business leaders and philanthropists.  Invited guests, which included Mayor Kasim Reed, Ambassador Andrew Young, and Bill and Deborah Harrison, surprised Mr. Loudermilk with the statue depicting him in his inimitable ‘thumbs up’ stance.  Created by t...

Bernard Austin featured in New York Times
July 15th, 2011

Bernard Austin, managing principal of the firm’s New York office, lends his expertise to an article about new homes that seem timeless.  The article is entitled, ‘Building New, Looking Older.’ 

River Dwelling is featured on Ultimate Hides
July 11th, 2011

Located on the banks of the Toccoa River in Blue Ridge, Georgia, HDA has created a vacation home that defines modern mountain living.  Ultimate Hides, a web site that features the best in architecturally designed holiday houses from around the world, recently honored River Dwelling as one of its selected ‘hides.’ You can find out more information or make reservations by visiting the Ultimate Hides or the River Dwelling web sites.

HDA Designs Display Space for PGA Exhibit in John’s Creek
July 5th, 2011

Harrison Design Associates recently designed a display space at the John’s Creek Welcome Center to house the PGA’s new traveling exhibit, "A History of the Season's Final Major," which traces the history of the Championship and its winners – from 1916 to 2010.  Located just a few miles away from the Atlanta Athletic Club, the exhibit, housed at the Johns Creek Welcome Center in Johns Creek Walk, 11030 Medlock Bridge Road, is open to the public through August 14th. 
The exhibit is open on Tuesd...

2011 Bath of the Year
June 28th, 2011

HDA's winning Bath of the Year is featured on the July cover of Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles

HDA's Modern Portfolio is now on YouTube
June 9th, 2011

Harrison Design Associates presented a showcase of the firm's most recent modern residences at the MA2011 Kick-Off Party last Tuesday night.  For those who were not able to attend this tremendously successful event, we have posted a video of the presentation.

Modern Studio Exhibit at MA 2011 Kick-off Party
June 1st, 2011

Harrison Design Associates' Modern Studio is exhibiting at the Modern Atlanta 2011 Kick-off Party taking place June 7th.  Come join us for a fantastic party celebrating the best of local and international modernity.

Join Bill Harrison and HGTV’s Candice Olson at Phipps Plaza
May 18th, 2011

HGTV star Candice Olson is moderating a panel discussion about high-end kitchen design this Saturday, May 21st, from 2:30 – 3:30.  The panel, featuring Harrison Design Associates’ founding principal Bill Harrison and seven esteemed colleagues, will take place at the Atlanta Homes and Lifestyles Luxury Living Kitchen in Phipps Plaza’s Monarch Court.  The presentation is sponsored by Thermador and hosted by Inspirations Kitchen & Bath.  Admission is free and all are welcome to attend.

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Harrison Design and Santa Barbara's Chamber of Commerce
May 6th, 2011

Harrison Design has been added to Santa Barbara's Chamber of Commerce directory and listed as the city's business of the week!

Anthony Grumbine explores Santa Barbara's architecture
March 21st, 2011

See the latest installment in an on-going series of articles exploring Santa Barbara’s distinct architectural styles.     Click here for more information.

William H. Harrison to Chair 2011 Arthur Ross Awards Jury
November 3rd, 2010

Founding principal William H. Harrison will serve as Chair of the 2011 Arthr Ross Awards Jury for the national organization of the Institute of Classical Architecture and Classical America (ICA&CA). 

Having served on the board of the national ICA&CA for the past six years, Harrison was bestowed the honor based on his lifelong practice in the classical tradition – his firm now having built work from coast to coast and abroad; his ongoing philanthropic support; and his diligence in growing the...

HDA and the City of Santa Barbara Partner to Improve Architecture
November 3rd, 2010

Harrison Design Associates is working with the City of Santa Barbara to develop three important tools that will improve the quality of the city's architecture.  They include a style guide, training videos, and television segments covering the area's 15 most prevalent historic styles.  Click here for more information.

HDA Wins Regional Sub-Zero and Wolf Kitchen Design Contest
October 15th, 2010

Harrison Design Associates’ Karen Ferguson, ASID was selected as a Regional Winner in the prestigious 2008/2009 Sub-Zero and Wolf Kitchen Design Contest (KDC).  Working in collaboration with Dawn Bennett, AIA of Dawn M. Bennett, Architect and Shirley McFarlane, CKD of McFarlane Design, Inc., Ferguson’s kitchen design was one of 50 regional winners selected from a pool of more than 1400 national and international entries. Click here for more information.    

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