Updated residence in century-old building mixes new and old,

One of Drew Lohoff’s favorite ways to entertain in his Midtown condo is to host weekend brunch. And he has just the spot for it — his balcony in the historic building. “We all stand out there, have drinks and look out over the city. It’s really just a co

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Resident: Drew Lohoff, a director of compliance, and his Doberman pinscher, Sascha Location: Midtown Size: 1,500 square feet, two bedrooms, two baths Year built/bought: 1907/2015 Architectural style: Victorian Original architects: Gottfried L. Norrman and John Faulkner for the Palmer House building with Lohoff’s condo; architects Hal Hentz, Neel Reid and Philip Trammell Shutze designed a separate building now attached to Palmer House. Favorite architectural

elements: Lohoff ’s unit is one of only two with original balconies. Other exterior features include a stone base and Flemish bond brickwork, pointed gables, and arched and rectangular windows, according to the Atlanta Urban Design Commission.

Renovations: Lohoff removed built-ins (bookcases, a buffet, a hutch and even bed frames) throughout to create room for furniture. Then he added custom-designed elements, such as paneling and a mantel. He replaced the crown molding, refinished the floors, repainted throughout, and updated the bathroom fixtures and kitchen backsplash. In the bedroom, he created a closet masked by custom sliding doors.

Design consultants: Perry Walter of Walter Studio Interior Design and contractor Jon Creason of Black Canyon Environmental & Building Services Interior design style: Updated traditional Favorite interior design elements: The mix of new modern furniture with antiques, such as a hand-carved walnut cabinet from the 1700s (a housewarming present from Lohoff ’s grandfather), English reproductions and a Waterford crystal chandelier (from his home in New Orleans). Favorite outdoor elements: The views of Midtown from the balcony, which once was enclosed and now is outfitted with a couch, table and chairs, fan and speakers. Piedmont Park is about five blocks away. “What I love about Midtown is the sense of community,” Lohoff said.

Resources: Room & Board, RH, Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams, Crate and Barrel, Howard Miller Furniture, Vanguard Furniture

CHRISTOPHER OQUENDO PHOTOGRAPHY/WWW.OPHOTOGRAPHY.COM PHOTOS The balcony, overlooking Midtown, is often a place for Drew Lohoff and his friends to gather for weekend brunch. To make the area comfortable year-round, Lohoff decorated the balcony with a table, chairs and a couch, as well as a fan and speakers.

Having space for a desk adds everyday function to the guest bedroom in Drew Lohoff’s Midtown Atlanta condo. The room was decorated in a clean, contemporary style, with added personal touches such as artwork he picked up during a trip to Cuba hanging...

Upon moving in, homeowner Drew Lohoff replaced the kitchen backsplash with simple white tile and painted the cabinets white. The kitchen is decorated in a clean, modern style with dark granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, while...

An armoire in the breakfast nook reveals a stocked bar. The bar is useful when homeowner Drew Lohoff hosts cocktail hours or weekend brunch with friends. The bar was purchased from Howard Miller Furniture.

A separate dining room can be difficult to find in a Midtown Atlanta condo. Drew Lohoff decorated it in grandiose style with the Waterford crystal chandelier he brought from his New Orleans dining room acting as the centerpiece.