Even though few things can top spending the holidays in a luxury Atlanta condo with fabulous views, residents at 1010 Midtown make the most of the season by taking in all the local sights and sounds. If you’re a new resident or still searching for the perfect home, here are some of the activities available during the holidays.

With winter weather moving in, you’ll probably want to stay indoors near the fireplace. But what about food? 1010 Midtown is convenient to more than 100 restaurants, many of which are within walking distance. This means you can still enjoy a hot meal without worrying about driving or fighting through traffic.

Of course, if winter is your favorite season, ice skating at Piedmont Park is also within walking distance of the building.

Because 1010 Midtown is convenient to so many of Atlanta’s top destinations, there is no shortage of holiday-themed performances and plays happening throughout December.

• At night, the Atlanta Botanical Gardens come alive with the Garden Lights – Holiday Nights celebration.
• “A Christmas Carol” is being performed at the Alliance Theatre until Dec. 22.
• See the Atlanta Ballet perform “The Nutcracker” at the Fox Theatre until Dec. 24.
• “Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer” is being performed at the Center for Puppetry Arts until Dec. 31.

These are just some of the events happening in Atlanta this holiday season. And when you live in a luxury Atlanta condo at 1010 Midtown, you won’t have to miss a single performance!

To learn more about all of the exciting destinations within walking distance of 1010 Midtown, visit the website.

The 12th & Midtown development team has some exciting news for residents of 1010 Midtown: Mi Cocina is coming to the Midtown Mile in Fall 2012. This renowned Dallas-based Mexican restaurant is a wonderful addition to an all-star lineup of restaurants that includes STK, Ri Ra Irish Pub, RA Sushi, Piola and the recently announced Cucina Asselina.

Mi Cocina offers plenty of traditional Mexican dishes along with modern favorites. By combining fresh ingredients with warm customer service, this restaurant guarantees a fantastic dining experience with every visit. The M Crowd Restaurant Group is excited to bring its landmark restaurant to Atlanta.

“Long considered an ‘institution’ in Texas with its critically acclaimed reviews and loyal customer base, we feel privileged to bring Mi Cocina to Atlanta.  They will, undoubtedly, be a very exciting and complementary addition to the burgeoning Midtown dining scene”, said Shirley Gouffon, Senior Vice President, Selig Enterprises.

Mi Cocina will occupy the landmark northwest corner of Peachtree & 11^th Street, in Phase 1 of 12^th & Midtown.  The custom-designed, two-level restaurant features a significant outdoor dining component.

Aside from Mi Cocina, residents of 1010 Midtown can enjoy over 80 unique restaurants, all within walking distance of their luxury Atlanta condos. Whether you’re looking for a quick bite or a gourmet meal, you won’t be disappointed by the wealth of culinary experiences available.

If you’re searching for a luxury Atlanta condo in Midtown, stop by 1010 Midtown and tour one of our beautiful models. You’ll be able to see the unparalleled location for yourself and see what makes these condos truly unique.

For more information, visit the 1010 Midtown website.

Life at the luxury Atlanta condos of 1010 Midtown just keeps getting better, especially for those with a taste for fine dining. The One Group, the New York City based hospitality company behind STK steakhouse, recently announced plans to open a smaller version of its Ristorante Asellina at the Loews Hotel.

Cucina Asellina will make its home next door to STK Atlanta. The new restaurant will serve light Italian fare – flat breads, pizzas and pastas. While it is still unclear which Ristorante Asellina menu items will make the transition, the end result is sure to be exquisite.

According to Devon Mosley, national director of marketing for The One Group, Cucina Asellina will open sometime after STK. The new trendy steakhouse is scheduled to open by the end of November.

Cucina Asellina and STK are just two of the fabulous restaurants located near 1010 Midtown. In fact, there are over 80 restaurants within walking distance of these luxury Atlanta condos. This access to an unparalleled dining experience combined with world-class shopping makes 1010 Midtown the prime destination for those who want access to everything Atlanta.

To learn more about the lifestyle available at 1010 Midtown, visit the website.

There was good news last week for those in the market for a new home. The average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage has fallen below 4 percent for the first time in history. On Thursday, Freddie Mac announced that the rate on 30-year fixed mortgages fell to 3.94 percent while the average rate on 15-year fixed loans fell to 3.26 percent.

If you are ready to buy a new home, there’s never been a better time than now. And if you’re looking for a place in the heart of Midtown, consider 1010 Midtown.

1010 Midtown has luxury Atlanta condos with convenience that few ever even dream of. Over 80 restaurants are within walking distance, and the building is surrounded by the shops of the Midtown Mile. Plus, some of Atlanta’s top entertainment and cultural destinations are mere minutes away.

Buyers can choose from a variety of one, two and three-bedroom floor plans with prices starting in the $190′s. Interiors feature 10-foot finished ceilings, expansive window walls, granite countertops, wood cabinetry, hardwood flooring, tiled baths and more.

Amenities at 1010 Midtown include a state-of-the-art fitness center, club room, 24-hour concierge, sparkling swimming pool and manicured gardens.

Life on the curve is calling, and with historic low rates on mortgages, there’s never been a better time to buy!

For more information about these luxury Atlanta condos and to schedule a tour, visit the 1010 Midtown website or call 404-815-4622.

Do you love art exhibits? If so, the High Museum of Art has a special treat for you. From now until April 29, 2012, visitors can view Picasso to Warhol, a brand new collection borrowed from The Museum of Modern Art in New York. For the first time ever in the Southeast, you can view the works of 14 iconic artists in one place.

Picasso to Warhol will present nearly 100 works of 20th century art that explore each artists’ role in shaping modern art. Highlights of the exhibition include: Pablo Picasso’s Girl Before a Mirror, 1932; Jasper Johns’s Map, 1961; Andy Warhol’s Self-Portrait, 1966; Constantin Brancusi’s Bird in Space, 1928; and Jackson Pollock’s, Number 1A, 1948.

The work of Henri Matisse, Piet Mondrian, Fernand Léger, Giorgio De Chirico, Joan Miró, Romare Bearden, Alexander Calder and others is also featured in the exhibit.

While you’re at the High Museum, be sure and check out other exhibitions from Kiki Smith, Howard Finster and Grainger McKoy (just to name a few.) Every time you visit the museum, a new adventure awaits!

Wouldn’t it be wonderful to live minutes from the High Museum and be able to plan a trip at a moment’s notice? This luxury can be yours when you live at 1010 Midtown, a collection of high-rise luxury Atlanta condos that is anything but ordinary. In addition to fine art, you’ll enjoy easy access to several theaters, shopping, and more than 80 restaurants.

Don;t miss out on Picasso to Warhol, and while you’re in the area, stop by 1010 Midtown and tour one of the gorgeous model homes!

Fall is here and the Atlanta Botanical Garden is celebrating in a big way. If pumpkins are your favorite fruit (and even if they’re a close second), don’t miss these great events:

Scarecrows in the Garden: Oc.t 1 – Oct. 30. Atlanta’s favorite fall tradition is back! Visitors to the Atlanta Botanical Garden will find more than 100 scarecrows that have been hand-crafted by individuals, schools, businesses and other organizations. Bring your kids to this unique art exhibit and enjoy a variety of fall crafts and games in the Children’s Garden on weekends. These activities are available from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and are free with your Garden admission.

Fest-of-Ale: Every Thursday in October from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., adults can celebrate the season with live music and a collection of fine brews. Enjoy Fort Collins Chocolate Stout, New Belgium Brewing Hoptober Golden Ale, Full Sail Session Fest Lager and others!

Goblins in the Garden: Bring the little ones to the Garden on Oct. 23 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for this fun Halloween event. There will be a costume parade, games, train rides, pony rides, storytelling, crafts, pumpkin decorating and more.

Pumpkin Carving Contest: Come out on Oct. 27 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and watch local celebrity chefs square off in a pumpkin carving contest. This event will take place during the Fest-of-Ale, which means you can enjoy dinner and a show.

For more information about these great fall events, visit the Atlanta Botanical Garden website.

With dramatic views and unbelievable design, 1010 Midtown has quickly become the best-selling condominium building in Atlanta for 2011. If you’ve been curious about what makes this collection of luxury Atlanta condos so unique, there is now a new model home available for you to tour.

This two-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath home showcases everything that homeowners love about 1010 Midtown. It features a gorgeous Midtown view and all of the luxuries that buyers expect – expansive window walls, hardwood flooring, granite countertops, 10-foot ceilings, a tiled bath with a garden tub and more. Click here to see photos of this amazing condo.

Of course, photos don’t do this home justice. To get the full effect, you need to visit 1010 Midtown in person. While you’re here, you can take in sights, sounds and tastes of the Midtown Mile. With over 80 restaurants within walking distance, as well as entertainment and shopping, you can experience the lifestyle that 1010 Midtown residents enjoy every day of the year. Plus, you can tour the community’s fine array of amenities. A club room, state-of-the-art fitness center, sparkling pool, manicured gardens and 24-hour concierge service await.

All of this and more can be yours when you live life on the curve. With one, two and three-bedroom floor plans available from the $190′s, having the home of your dreams is easier than you think.

For more information about these luxury Atlanta condos and to schedule a tour of the new model, visit the 1010 Midtown website or call 404-815-4622.

Are you ready to enjoy a weekend previewing home decor, one-of a kind jewelry, eclectic art or enriching entertainment in one of Atlanta’s most historic locations? The 2011 Atlanta Arts Festival takes place on September 17th and 18th in Piedmont Park. Ranked among the top 200 art festivals in the country in sales for both fine art and fine craft by the Art Fair Sourcebook in 2009, Atlanta Arts Festival brings to the drawing board 200 local and nationally recognized artists from an eclectic mix of 12 mediums, including jewelry, painting, photography, ceramics and sculpture, leather and metal, glassblowing and more – all in one weekend! For more information visit www.AtlantaArtsFestival.com.

This is just one of the many excursions you can take if you live at 1010 Midtown. For more information about all of the perks that come with living at 1010 Midtown, visit the website.

Exhale Mind Body Spa is inviting active Atlantans to celebrate National Yoga Month and the relaunch of its yoga program. To commemorate the occasion, you can attend NamasDay on Thursday, Sept. 22 and enjoy an unforgettable event filled with all sorts of goodies.

NamasDay attendees can choose from the following complimentary yoga classes:

• 7:15 a.m. | exhale Vinyasa Flow with Brianna Norton
• 12:00 p.m. | exhale Vinyasa Flow with Leigh Mallis
• 5:30 p.m. | Core Fusion Yoga with Stephanie Johnson
• 6:00 p.m. | Music Yoga Flow with Brianna Norton + Live DJ
• 7:00 p.m. | Absolute Beginner Yoga with Shannon Sliger

In addition to the complimentary yoga classes, there will be a fabulous Yoga Bash with beverages provided by Dirty Blonde Cocktails and healthy snacks provided by Cafe in the Garden. While you’re there, get a mini spa therapy that includes Reflexology, a chair massage, foot massage and mini facial.

There are also plenty of great prizes to win – goodie bags, a 10-pack of Mind Body classes, a one month Mind Body Membership and a night at the Loews Atlanta Hotel.

NamasDay will also feature trunk shows with Asha Patel, Ali & Byrd and Lisa Jill.

To sign up, visit the Exhale Mind Body Spa front desk or go to http://exhalespa.com/namasday.

Exhale Mind Body Spa is one of the more popular places in the Midtown Mile, a mixed-use development with one million square feet of existing and proposed retail. 1010 Midtown is the cornerstone of the Midtown Mile and is the perfect place for anyone interested in luxury Atlanta condos. With over 80 shops and restaurants within walking distance, homeowners here know that a relaxing massage or gourmet meal is always just minutes away.

Are you ready for the most beautiful cocktail party in Atlanta? Come to Cocktails in the Garden at the Atlanta Botanical Garden every Thursday in September. If you’ve already been to a few of these parties, there are still plenty of reasons to keep coming back and mingling with fellow Atlantans.

Each Cocktails in the Garden party features complimentary lite bites from a gourmet restaurant and a full cash bar. This month, the lineup of restaurants includes Buckhead Diner, Bocado, 4th and Swift, Spice Market and no246. Live music will be provided by Lethal Rhythms Atlanta DJs. Finish the night off with dinner at MetroFresh in the Garden.

On September 8, the Atlanta Ballet will be in attendance for a pop-up performance, and the Atlanta Opera will make an appearance on September 15.

Cocktails in the Garden is free for Garden members. For guests, the cost is $18.95.

For residents of the luxury Atlanta condos at 1010 Midtown, Cocktails in the Garden is a great example of all the events that are just minutes away. You don’t have to worry about fighting through traffic or arriving late. Plus, a cocktail party may be the perfect way to end a night of shopping on the Midtown Mile.

If you’ve always dreamed of being within walking distance to the hottest spots in Atlanta, don’t hesitate to check out 1010 Midtown today.

For more information, visit the 1010 Midtown website.