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MODERNISM CLASSICISM A N E V O LV I N G R O M A N C E Architect Bobby McAlpine invited us into his personal Atlanta residence for a conversation on the catalysts behind his work, a tour of his home and insight into this issue’s cover home located at 4371 Northside Drive. Brimming with candor and eclectic splendors, guests invited into Bobby McAlpine’s home can catch a glimpse of his soul. Bobby’s curated collections of found objects contrasted among the gilded antiques, and set against a background of rustic modern finishes perfectly encapsulate his iconic style. The story for Bobby often goes in extremes; a narrative combining modernism and classicism allowing for an exciting and contradictive love affair. Admittedly a romantic, McAlpine continues to evolve and reinvent ideas, which keeps him on the progressive edge. His personal home in Midtown delivers an engaging modern exterior while the inside breathes the 58 B E AC HA M SE R I E S ™ SP R I N G 2 0 2 0 McAlpine style — hence, the creation of romantic modernism. The guest-level’s white plaster floors feel anti-gravity, and the unanchored beds in the center of the rooms offer a uniquely calming experience. McAlpine creates an environment his guests will never forget, just as he does with clients. In spring of 2021 McAlpine’s fifth book will be released by Rizzoli Publications, taking note of his recent work all over the world. Going forward, we can be sure Bobby will continue to fuse contradictions, and pull clients out of their comfort zone. As he says, “Jump off a cliff with me.”