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Welcome to Our Studio

We are a residential design studio located on the outskirts of Atlanta, Georgia - in the City of Smyrna. The studio's primary focus is on the design of residential projects. Our residential work encompasses all things home ~ renovations, additions, custom houses, site design & design consulting.

to see what is possible for your home, please give us a call and we would be happy to guide you through the process and answer any questions.

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Our Residential Design Services

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RENOVATIONS

Transform your existing space.

Renovations entail working our magic within the existing footprint of your home. From kitchen and bathroom remodels to whole-house makeovers, we help to reimagine your existing home’s layouts, upgrade finishes, and modernize systems.

Our home renovation expertise delivers to you a refreshed home, while respecting its original footprint.

Our goal is to transform your home into a place where you love to live!

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ADDITIONS

Do you need more space?

Are you running over your dog and your child while trying to put away your laundry or go through your mail ?

Has your family grown and now you need your house to grow too?

Or maybe you just want an extra bedroom, just because.

& paired with the desire for more space, you just do not want to move. Maybe because you love your house and your neighborhood or maybe that interest rate that you grabbed during COVID is just a little too good to leave on the table.

Whatever it is that is causing you to need that extra something, but but also not want to move, then an addition is calling you.

Our Studio will design for you the extra breathing room that you crave. - we want you to love where you live.

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CUSTOM HOMES

Design your dream home.

Our studio will design your custom home that is uniquely yours and fits your lifestyle needs. We do this by carefully listening to you and what you would like for your home while simultaneously integrating your custom home’s design with your given property’s site.

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CURB APPEAL

First impressions start at the curb. We enhance your home's exterior presence through strategic updates to landscaping, architectural details, and outdoor living spaces.

From refreshed facades to welcoming front porches, our curb appeal improvements boost both your home's value and your daily joy as you pull into the driveway.

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DESIGN CONSULTATIONS

Would you like to have professional design guidance to help you decide the direction to go for your home?

Whether you're wondering what you can do to upgrade your existing space, what your site and zoning allow for an addition, or you would like help envisioning a custom home for your newly bought site, then one of our 3 design consultation packages might be right for you.

Our in-person design consultations provide you a clear direction and creative solution - to help you make that first step toward loving where you live.

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Maggie Shannon is the owner and lead designer for her residential design studio in the City of Smyrna and serving clients across the greater Atlanta area and beyond.

“The studio’s goal is to make our client’s life better through both fun & grounded design.”

Hi, I’m Maggie!

I am the owner and lead designer for my residential design studio in the City of Smyrna and serving clients across the greater Atlanta area and beyond.

Our residential work encompasses all things home from renovations & additions to furniture plans & custom homes. click here to see a more detailed list of the services our studio offers. 

We want you to LOVE where you live.

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kind words from our clients

  • “Working with Maggie was a breeze the whole way through. She was receptive to our input on the designs, and she helped navigate some of the drier aspects like permitting, surveying and dealing with the city arborist. All told, her plans were thoughtful, practical, tasteful and well articulated."

    — Grant W. Atlanta's Morningside Neighborhood

  • “If you are looking for someone to design and consult for you, call Maggie. She will not disappoint! She was thorough, creative, knowledgeable and patient."

    — Carrie M. Smyrna, Georgia

  • “We love it and are so happy with everything. We appreciate all your hard work to give us the home of our dreams.”

    — John, Pam & Greg F. Smyrna, Georgia

  • “Maggie is smart, organized, creative and a true pleasure to work with. We would highly recommend Maggie Shannon!”

    — Arin T. Sandy Springs, Georgia

  • “The home Maggie helped us create truly reflects what we want. We highly recommend Maggie and her design services.”

    — Eric N. Atlanta's Historic Grant Park

  • “Maggie is wonderful to work with! I’d recommend her over and over again.”

    — Sheryl B. Atlanta's Buckhead Neighborhood