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H O U S T O N
T H E C O M P L E T E R E S O U R C E M A G A Z I N E F O R Y O U R H O M E
J U L Y 2 0 1 4
REMODELING & REDECORATING
Where to Go & What to Do • Shopping & Restaurants • Custom Barn Home
Designer Projects • Remodeling How-To Guide • Tips from the Pros
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W W W. C A S T L E F D C . C O M3819 Fondren Rd. (Fondren & Westpark) • Houston, TX 77063 • (832) 201-1000
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Jane Page DesignGroup remodeled onecouple's outdatedmaster bathroom tobecome an elegantretreat with increasedstorage. For tips andstory, see page 60.(Photography byLuciano Rodriguez)
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Editor’s Note
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Before & After: A Kitty Litter Box Solution
Tastemaker: Valerie Roberts
Editor’s Picks: Summer Finds
Gardening: Texas Tough Plants
Planning Your RemodelRemodeling IdeasDesigner Remdodeling ProjectsSpotlighting a Master Bedroom, Whole House, Master Shower, a Media Room and Living Spaces
Kitchen TrendsLighting Ideas
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Inside: Texas Hill Country Guide
What to Do, Where to Eat, Shopping & Nightlife
A Woodlands Couple’s Barn-inspired Home
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We’re announcing our Contest!In anticipation of our 20-yearanniversary, we decided to cele-brate by saluting the “BestProfessional Makeovers” in theHouston metro area.
The deadline to enter isSeptember 15, 2014. Winnerswill be featured in our followingDecember and January issues.
So please nominate yourfriends’ works – or honor the tal-ents of your contractor or design-er by letting us know whathe/she did at your home.Professionals and trades: nomi-nate your own company; don’tbe shy!
We have indoor and outdoorcategory information along withentry instructions on ourWeb site(www.houseandhomeonline.com). Essentially, we’d like to seethree to five “After” photos withat least one “Before.” Of course,we need your contact informa-tion as well as theirs. Email sub-missions, along with a 100-to200-word summary [email protected]
You can also get contest infor-mation on our Facebook page,titled Houston House and Homemagazine.
Speaking of makeovers, I bought a little house recently inGalveston – a booming islandtown just an hour’s drive southof Houston. It’s pictured above;although, it’s now paintedturquoise with blue trim and anorange door.
It’s not my first redo – nor mylast, I’m sure! I’m sharing myown experiences, advice and tipson page 28 if you’d like to checkit out.
We look forward to seeingyour own remodeling projects!
Enjoy your summer, Susan
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PUBLISHER ........................Mike Harrison, Ph.D.
ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER ........Susie Reisenbigler
EDITOR ..............................................Susan Fox
CONTRIBUTING WRITERS................Anne Breux,
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J U LY 2 0 1 4 A R T S • E V E N T S • M A R K E T S • W O R K S H O P S
Cool To-DosAlmost 40 residential showrooms at the Houston Design Center –which include Durango Doors, Design House, Anything But Plain,Fixtures and Fittings, Kitchen & Bath Concepts, Scene OneInteriors and more – invite the public to browse their hot newselections all day on July 14. Be sure to drop off your business cardat the showrooms for chances to win one of the many giveaways.Located at 7026 Old Katy Rd. 713-864-4735 or www.the hous-tondesigncenter.com
Head on up – about an hour’s drive from Houston – to Brenham,home of the Blue Bell Ice Cream Factory, 1101 South Blue BellRd. Tours last 45 minutes and include a serving of ice cream,Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. GeneralAdmission is $6 but discounts are available for special interestgroups. Info: 800-327-8135 or www.bluebell.com
Take the family to Schlitterbahn Galveston, 2026 Lockheed Rd.where there is something for everyone. Float on a tube though amile or more of interconnected waterways – featuring rapids, tidalwaves and relaxing currents. Tickets available online. Info: 409-7709283 or www.schlitterbahn.com/galveston-island
Class TimeRetreat inside for a paint fest. Chalk paint specialistRhonda McCleskey at The Restored Home, 1004 W. Hwy6, offers classes for DIY enthusiasts – either privately or forsmall group events. Chalk paint is low VOC, easy to use(requiring little to no prep) and perfect for inside and out-door use. Info: 281-968-7014 or www.therestoredhome.com
At the Arbor Gate, 15635 FM 2920 in Tomball, MasterGardener Stephanie Baker (www.readytogrowgardens.com)teaches children, ages 6 to 12, about “Ladybugs andMinature Gardens.” They create their own little garden. Feeis $50 per child. Space is limited. Info:www.thearborgate.com
July 4 FestivitiesThe Mayor’s Official 4th of July Celebration happens onFriday, July 4. It is six hours of music, food and other enter-tainment – at the newly renovated Eleanor Tinsley Park on theBuffalo Bayou downtown. Featured entertainer is JenniferNettles. Info: www.houstontx.gov
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At the Kemah Boardwalk, enjoy watching fireworks explode intocrowd-pleasing color over Galveston Bay. Friday, July 4, at 9:30p.m. Every Thursday there, hear some of Houston’s best tributebands that begin at 7 p.m. Plenty of dockside restaurants and shop-ping in the area. Info: www.kemahboardwalk.com
At The Woodlands’ 16th Annual Red, Hot & Blue Festival, livemusic sets by Parker McCollum and Grady Skelton, fire up the cel-ebration. Many activities scheduled, including watermelon eatingcontests, water slides, dunk tank and more. From 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.Info: www.redhotblue.org
MuseumsFree admission day. The Museum of Fine Arts-Houston joins theHouston Museum District's Museum Experience Day along withZone 3 neighbors --the Jung Center of Houston and theContemporary Arts Museum Houston --in opening doors for thepublic to enjoy exhibits. From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Info:www.mfah.org
The most interesting John and Dominque de Menil establishedtheir namesake gallery in 1987, enabling “art to be experienced in amost intensely personal way.” Three current exhibitions underway:“Memories of a Voyage: The Late Works of Rene Magritte”(through July 13); “In the Midst of Things” – works by photo-journalists and founders of Fotofest, Fred Baldwin and WendyWatriss (through July 6); and “A Thin Wall of Air: CharlesJames” (through September). Info: www.menil.org
Auction TimeLooking to getting away from cookie cutter looks? Check out localauction houses for interesting finds . . . Here are a few:* Gallery Auctions (www.galleryauctions.com) puts up English andFrench antiques on the block on July 21 at 9:30 a.m.Consignments, estate items and container shipments fill the compa-ny’s 27,000-square-foot space. Check the Web site for auctiondates. At 13310 Lathe Rd.* Simpson Fine Art & Antiques (www.simpsongalleries.com) hostsan online auction on July 13. At 6116 Skyline Dr.* Morton Auctioneers (www.mortonhouse.com), formerly MortonKuehnart, auctions off Southwestern, Texas and American art onJuly 24, at 6:30 p.m. The company is also linked to foreign auctionhouses. 4901 Richmond Ave.
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BY JOETTA MOULDEN • PHOTOGRAPHY BY JANET LENZEN
B E F O R E & A F T E R
When good friend LynnHancock called me to helpwith her bath, I was delight-ed. (See “Jack and JillRewrite”, June 2010,Houston House & Home,Before & After) And whenmy talented master carpen-ter Mike Little called me tohelp with his kitchen (See“Divinely Detailed”, March,2005 Houston House &Home, Before & After), mytalented photographer,Janet Lenzen, fell in lovewith his hidden kitty litterpan. She photographed itand filed it away as part ofmy idea file.
WHERE TO PUT THE KITTY BOX?DECORATING PET PEEVE:
BEFORE: An unattractive kitty litter panon the floor greeted guests underneaththe makeup vanity in this circa l970sbath.
AFTER: Now the litter pan is hiddenaway in the new under-sink vanity cabi-net, which is easily accessible by theowner’s cats.
BEFORE
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Kitty litter is one of life’s problems even if you have anindoor/outdoor cat. There is the litter- on-the-paws problem(not to mention the odor). Hopefully these ideas on how todeal with these problems will help others in some fashion.
TIP: With a kitty litter pan, always con-sider hiding it when decorating “that”room. Note… sometimes this involves cut-ting a hole in a cabinet.
The trademarks of Lynn’s 1970s-era bathroom includedbusy wallpaper, man-made marble-like countertops with inte-grated vanity sinks, step-back vanities, out-of-style sheet mir-rors and Hollywood makeup lighting. So I was more thanhappy to help Lynn update her rooms to reflect her personali-ty and also complement the style of her other living spaces.
Since Lynn wanted a more current, fresh and crisp look, webegan by asking contractor Rene Rodriguez to remove thedated wallpaper. She already knew she wanted soft spa-bluewalls. From the samples she had gathered, we chose MarthaStewart’s Cake Plate Blue and creamy white trim in WhitePicket Fence by Valspar from Lowe’s.
TIP: For a younger look that will improveresale value, do the work for future buyersby removing busy wallpaper.
A good friend had recommended Dupont TM Zodiaqquartz countertops from Lowe’s, so we selected the colorStorm Grey. The dark grey looks wonderful and nicely con-trasts with Lynn’s existing ceramic tile floor, white cabinets,new blue walls, brushed nickel hardware, and mirrors fromRestoration Hardware.
Great looking new brushed nickel pulls from RestorationHardware are like jewelry for the restyled vanities, and matchthe style and finish of the towel bars, mirrors and toilet paperholders. The American Standard under-mount white porcelainsinks and Kohler brushed-nickel faucets came from HomeDepot.
Since the kitty litter pan was on the floor in the kneeholespace in the “Jack” bath (also the powder room for guests), Isuggested that Rene cut an opening in the side of the undersink cabinet for the cats to use the litter pan in a more private,out-of-sight location.
“That idea was brilliant! Your suggestion to add two addi-tional shelves to the closet opposite the tub made it possible to
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store the cleaning products that I former-ly kept underneath the sink, thus makingroom for the litter pan. I am thrilled withthe result,” she says.
Lynn inherited a book from hergrandfather that had vintage black andwhite, hand-colored engravings ofamphibians and creepy-crawly thingsthat we carefully selected. I then rec-ommended she have Hobby Lobby(because they often offer great dis-counts) frame the engravings in stock-size black frames with acid-free, off-white mat board to preserve the artwork. For continuity, the framed artcontinues into the master bedroom aswell.
TIP: Take your trim paintsample with you to theframer to select a creamywhite mat that flows withthe rest of the rooms.
“Most of my friends and family said,“It’s about time!” Lynn says. She hadnot realized just how dated the bathslooked until she saw the “before” pho-tos I always take before beginning ajob.
“The comments have been verycomplimentary and all say the bath-room has a calming effect like a spa,which is exactly what I wanted.
“Professional help is always a plus,as a decorator can take a fresh lookaround and see immediate improve-ment possibilities,” says Lynn.
`“I liked your ideas right away andsince you had helped me with manyhouses before, I understood where youwere going with your thoughts. Smallinvestments and moving things aroundmake for big changes,” she explains.
The good news for Lynn had beenthat they just purchased a charmingold house in West University. The badnews, though, was that it came with
AFTER: Master carpenter Mike Little ingen-iously had created a nearby hidden kitty lit-ter cabinet in the owners’ laundry room,where their cat jumps in, uses the pan andavoids tracking litter on the tile floors.
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its original, tiny 1936 kitchen, com-plete with chipped tile countertops,worn-out stove, a solitary bare ceilinglight bulb and curling, gold linoleumfloors.
Her problem mirrored my friendand favorite carpenteR Mike Little andwife Alana’s house when they firstmoved into it.
“While we are good at buildingdetails, we struggled with decorating.We built a good room,” he says, “butwe needed help making it both fun andcomfortable.”
TIP: Create a hidden kittylitter cabinet in a tiledfloor room where a cat canjump in, use the litter panand avoid tracking litteron the floors due to aningenious wire shelf that acarpenter can install.
“A professional can tell almostimmediately if an idea will work andlook nice,” Alana explains.
“Mike removes the trial and errorfactor, which wastes money.Frustration levels seem lower when askilled person is on board, too. Wepainted the kitchen walls three timesbefore seeking assistance for the wallcolor (Benjamin Moore “Wheatfield”)we now love.”
Mike created a nearby hidden kittylitter cabinet in the couple’s laundryroom where their cat can jump in, usethe pan and avoid tracking litter on thetile floors.
Joetta Moulden offers home makeovers using your own home furnishings to create the home you’ve always dreamed of. Joetta believes your pieces collected through theyears reflect your personality and can be artfully arranged. Her ability to focus on your personal style and not let her own preferences influence the design of your homemakes her unique. See more makeovers on her Web site at www.shelterstyle.com, e-mail her at [email protected] or call 713-461-2063. If an initial appointmentor referral is booked by July 31, a 10 percent first meeting discount will be given. Shelterstyle.com holds a "Pages of Happiness" rating and, for the fifth consecutive year,a “Super Service Award” presented to 5 percent of companies that achieve and maintain a superior rating on Angie’s List.
• OLD BATH CABINETS can be rebuilt kitchen-counter height on the samefootprint with new drawers, paint and hardware. This, plus new countertopsand fixtures, updates the outdated vanity.
• GET CREATIVE. An unattractive kitty litter pan can be hiddeninside an under-sink cabinet or laundry room cabinet if a cat-sized openingis cut in the side of the cabinet.
• SOMETIMES THE MOST EFFECTIVE STRATEGY is to first rethink what’salready paid for.
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How did you come up with the name? We gave it a lot of thought. I wanted a name for the store thatwould best fit our concept, was short and to the point. We thoughtof many options, but it was my daughter who actually said, “Whatabout “dazzling or something.”
I immediately responded, “Dazzling Décor!”
When did it open and what are some items you sell? We officially opened in September 2011, but worked on theplanning, design and construction of the store for a full 9months prior to that. The goal was to offer a unique home décorshopping experience where rugs could be viewed, not only onracks, but in actual furniture vignettes as well . . . where every-thing displayed is also available for purchase. We have over 500area rugs -- from moderate priced to one-of-a-kind hand knottedones. We also sell accent furniture, lighting, accessories, and cus-tom furniture with over 1,000 fabrics to choose from.
Do you provide any type of design service? Our designers can offer guidance throughout the selection. It’spart of the in-store service. Some of our customers have design-ers, and we welcome the trade to our showroom.
What constitutes a dazzling décor? Dazzling Décor is a well-designed space that captures your per-sonality. Whether reserved, lively, playful, romantic or whimsical,we want to help you evoke a feel good feeling when you enteryour home.
Can you share some examples of dazzling décor? Dazzle your décor with color, texture or shine. We brought in acontemporary desk and matching chair that we had customdesigned in “mint green” leather. The result is funky and fun,creating dazzle with color. Or if you prefer more understatedcolorations, a subtle sheen in a shag rug or faux silk transitionalpattern can also dazzle your décor.
VALERIE ROBERTS
The rug under the table at Dazzling Decor complements the color and style
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The green leather desk and chair makes a dazzling office.
In a serendipitousmoment, ValerieRoberts says commer-cial space next door toRoberts Carpet became available right aboutthe time she had been thinking about open-ing a furniture and accessory shop. So, itwas an obvious sign – not to mention oppor-tunity – to proceed forward with the plans toopen Dazzling Décor.
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What advice can you give to those seeking their own dazzle for aroom/space? The best-designed rooms evoke an emotion. Accessorize withitems that move you. A whimsical piece of art for the playroom,a decorative metal chest for the entry, silk plant in a unique vaseor planter; and of course, makes your décor complete with thearea rugs that enhances your décor and makes a statement
How does it complement the carpet side of your business? We are a great team, best described as a sister store, right nextdoor to Roberts Carpet! Many customers come to DazzlingDécor for rugs and home décor items after purchasing wood orcarpet at Roberts Carpet. This gives us the ability to deliver theentire package.
Getting PersonalWhat local or renowned designers do you especially admire? And why? I love Jay Strongwater’s pieces. His picture frames are like jewelrytoppers for a dresser or console.
Describe your own home; what makes it dazzle? I love plants, both silk and real. Nature adds color and warmthto a room and brings the beauty of the outside into your home.I like a lot of light, so in addition to recessed lighting, I com-plement my decor with unique lamps, sconces and chandeliers.Art is important. I look for unusual pieces and have acquired afew while traveling abroad, as well as from my vendors. And of
course, rugs! From scatter size in the bathroom and kitchen, toroom size in the living areas, I have a diverse assortment ofstyles and textures. Where or how do you gain inspiration? I am inspired by things I see in everyday life, by my travels, bywhat I see and learn at furniture and rug markets as well as byitems in my own showroom. We regularly change out ourvignettes, and I love the way a rug and accessories can com-pletely transform the look.
Do you read design books? If so, which ones? Yes, currently have enjoyed the book, Interiors – “The Romanceof Design” by Suzanne Tucker.
What do you do for fun? I love being at the store and consider it more fun than work.But I also enjoy traveling with my husband. From the inlaid andcarved creations of Italy to the silk-woven scarves in Thailand, Iadmire and respect such incredible hand-craftsmanship. I alsoenjoy taking road trips through the United States, seeing thearchitecture and stopping at unique shops along the way.
Do you have family/children? Are they in the business? We have two sons and a daughter. Our daughter Alex, theyoungest, is a graphic designer. Her company is calledXandraCreative. She does design work for both Roberts Carpet& Dazzling Décor. The boys do not work in the business. Ouroldest son is an entrepreneur and lives out of state. Our middleson is an attorney here in Houston.
Valerie K. Roberts • Dazzling Décor Rugs & Accessories • 3003 Fondren Rd. • Houston, TX 77063 • 832-377-4665www.robertscarpet.com • www.facebook.com/dazzleyourdecor
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HGTV makes it looks so easy! In an hour’s time, yousee a house or space transform so effortlessly andquickly, going from yuck to wow without so much asa hiccup. Is that how it really is?
The answer, as you may expect, is no. I’ve personally been involved with several kitchen
remodels (two of which are shown here), one bathredo and two whole-house renovations. I am current-ly involved in remodeling a third house -- a 19th cen-tury tenant house in Galveston.
It might seem to some that I should be somewhat
of an expert at this. But, nope, each project has beendifferent. I always walk away more knowledgeableand a far more patient person than I previouslythought possible.
Can You Do It?The truth is every remodeling project requires a cer-tain amount of vision, a whole lot of planning, abudget range and patience.
Not everyone can “see” potential in a dilapidatedhouse, an outdated room, or beyond the existing foot-
From the Front LinesA Little Advice On Planning and Envisioning Your Remodel
(most of which also applies to new construction) BY SUSAN FOX
Old-style exterior storm windows once blocked all the light in this very small separate room. The window seat, with storage underneath,was added, and the floors were painted a brigh white. The room before was tiny, dark and neglected.
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print. If that sounds like you, then let us stop right here. You willneed to hire a contractor or designer – or both. It may soundlike an expensive idea. But remember what oilwell firefighter RedAdair once said:
“If you think hiring a professional is expensive, wait till youhire an amateur to do the job.”
When I think “amateur,” I also think of DIY wanna-bes. Noteveryone possesses that do-it-yourself – mindset. Be honest withyourself. Do you have the time, patience and skill to do whatmust be done? Do you have the budget to rip it out and startagain if things go awry?
There have been some challenges, but I can always envisionwhat I want to achieve. But even still, I consult with the profes-sionals I have hired to ensure the thoughts in my head aredoable.
This time around – and it is a first for me – I am my own gen-eral contractor. I find I need to be fairly well organized to keepone or two steps ahead of what comes next – in order to finishon time and within budget.
Think of Everything – Now The vision – Even if you cannot “see” the potential in aremodeling project, you do need to communicate to your teamwhat you hope to achieve.
Begin by clipping images from magazines, ideas from blogsand photographing the likeable conveniences at homes of friends.
If you are a visionary, sketch out the floor plan. Otherwisehire a contractor or designer do it for you. The plan will need to
be to scale and convey everything from electrical outlets, windowseats, to where the toilet sits.
You need to be exact in order to stay on budget. Note whereyou want the light switches, the electrical outlets, the recessedcans (4-inch or 6-inch?), the additional lighting fixtures, floorplugs, and if lamps need to be on switches and dimmers.
The plumber will want to know what type of water heater youwill be using. Is it electrical or gas? Will you be going tankless?What about plans for air conditioning and heating? How aboutthe location for the appliances and sink? Is there a utility room?And where is everything in the bath?
In the kitchen, what are the plans for cabinetry? Are theybuilt-in, freestanding, custom or pre-fab? You will need to decidethe layout, of course. But what extra conveniences do you wantin the kitchen? What materials – i.e. granite, marble, porcelain,tile, wood, brick – do you plan to use and where?
The Budget – The first step is to line up your team. Decideon the contractor, designer, plumber, electrician and others.Ask them to give you a written bids, in addition to a materials(grout, lumber, paint, Sheetrock, etc.) estimate.
Secondly, begin shopping for your appliances, the bathroomitems, flooring, backsplash materials and etc.
Thirdly – if you are your own contractor, do an approxi-mate schedule of when various jobs and city inspections shouldoccur. When each trade enters the work zone, utilize his/hertime efficiently.
The budget rewards you when you get the scheduling right.
This space was challenging. Three walls and an old utility room (to the right of the fridge in the Before) were removed to make way for a new galley kitchen.
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I suggest establishing a low-to-high range budget. Aim for the lower tally but beprepared to spend more on unexpected events or a change of heart, which happens.
With my own project, I am at the top of my budget. I opted for some upgradesthat I deemed important – or necessary (like unexpectedly leveling an area of thehouse). As a result, I may be doing some of the interior painting.
Make sure your budget covers what you may not be able to handle yourself(electrical, plumbing, carpentry, Sheetrocking, tile setting, roofing), especially if youare budget conscious like me.
If you do change your mind about something, know it is going to cost more.This seems obvious but not everyone knows or wants to face this fact. Talk about itup front and avoid pricing surprises. Nothing is free, especially labor.
For those, doing some or all of their own remodeling, take into account costsneeded for construction insurance and permits.
Be Prepared – Plan out your remodel before the actual work begins. Know whatyour furniture placement likely will be to determine lighting needs.
Will you be tearing down walls or removing old flooring? This is a cost. If youare your own contractor, know that it islikely you will need an interior demo per-mit from the city. (I found out when red-tagged.)
What are the plans for the kitchen? Isthe sink an under mount or will it sit atopthe counter? Will the faucets be installed atthe wall or on the counter? How large isthe sink and what height should it be? Isthe range gas or electric? How wide is thedishwasher and other appliances? You getthe picture . . . Don’t wait until it is timeto install such items; those types of ques-tions come early.
What paint colors do you plan to usefor both inside and outdoors? Before youknow it, your painters are ready to paint,and you may find them heading off toanother job if you have waited to deter-mine your color scheme.
If you are well organized and haveeverything lined up and purchased, wherewill you put these items if they are deliv-ered ahead of schedule? Storing them atthe site might not be a good idea. Thingscan walk off, or so “they” say.
Despite the craziness, the occasionaldifficulty or setback, remodeling offerssuch rewards. You have restored a homeor have updated, for a customized look,what you already own. That’s a goodfeeling.
FROM ROBERT COPLINART DIRECTOR – ON MAKING CHOICES
• If granite, marble or another solid sur-face is your counter top choice, select onewith a less busy pattern and keep the col-ors a bit more subdued for a timelesslook.
• Keep your kitchen looking fresh andyouthful by keeping to simple or lessornate fixtures. Avoid the extremes thatusually accompany passing fads.
• With all of today’s selections, it’s easyto want a little bit of everything. But it isbest to keep the look and style consis-tent throughout the house. Dif ferent floor-ing, for example, makes it feel choppy andvisually smaller.
• A medium-brown wood stain offers long-lasting appeal – more so than the ebonyor birch wood stains. Plus, the latter twoare more appropriate for specific decors.
DAVID TREESALES ASSOCIATE – WITH DIY ADVICE
• Caulking. Before applying caulking to woodor Sheetrock, apply a primer to the unpaintedwood or Sheetrock. Once dry, add the caulk-ing. This process results in a stronger bondonto the wood or Sheetrock.
• Joint Compound. Once applied, this materi-al has a drying time of 24 hours. Speed upthat time by adding a small amount (2 tbsp.)of Quik-set with the joint compound; mix thor-oughly together in a mud pan. Drying time iscut to two hours.
• Drywall tape. Follow the pre-manufacturedcrease and put the outside of the crease tothe wall. First put joint compound (mud) onthe wall, tape over it, and then apply the mudover the tape.
• Washing the paintbrush. When using latexpaint, rinse the brush under cold water untilwater comes out of brush clean. (Otherwise,the bristles will stick together when dry.)Shake brush well and rinse one more time.
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This large space was perfect for an island addition with deep pull-out drawers.The window seat was a favorite spot.
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INNOVATION, RENOVATIONSUMMER PROJECTS THAT ADD COMFORT AND VALUE BY MARSHA CANRIGHT
From the miniature to the monolithic, inside and out, Houston areaprofessionals have tips on making changes that will add value andcomfort to the place you live.
1. Put on some paint. Choose one wall in one room and make adramatic statement, says Interior designer Desiree Engram. “Trywallpaper or plaster, glazes or an accent color,” she said. It's easy onthe budget and can infuse a ho-hum space with new appeal.”
2. Reclaim a room. When your last child goes off to college leav-ing behind only a twin bed and a bulletin board, turn sparse into aspare room with oomph,” say Chuck Brehm of More Space Place.“Build a home office, a personal gym, a crafts room, or a customcloset. “Murphy beds come in all sizes, styles, and types of wood toaccommodate visiting children. They are cool and comfortable anddisappear behind the wall when the visitor is gone.
3. Try a new face. If your kitchen cabinets are decades outdated,but you can't bear the thought of a total overhaul, consider refacingyour existing cabinets. Kitchen Cabinet Refacers transform tired cab-inets at about half the cost of a redo, says Mitchell Loeb.
4. Hate that grate? Air conditioning is a given in our climate,hideous grates are not. It's a quick fix to replace those metal mon-sters with handsome, custom-fit wooden pieces. Designer DesireeEngram says it's a simple fix that all will notice. “It's like having awood carving in your ceiling.
5. In with the old. Unless you’re set on an uber mod interior,too many blank walls leave a space feeling incomplete. A collectionof artful curios creates interest and texture in a living space. Salvagerepositories like Adkins Architectural Antiques offers three stories ofplayful possibilities from a 20-foot gazebo to a drawer-pull in theshape of a dove. For Houstonians with 19th century homes, the on-site wood shop can restore or repair treasured parts and embellish-ments.
6. Get floored. If your wood floors are too scuffed for comfort,using the right, bright area rug refreshes a bland room without a
major overhaul. “Bright woven floor mats in ten individual colorscoordinate with almost any existing color scheme,” said CiaraCronin of Chilewich. They’re durable, easy-to-clean and contain anantimicrobial to inhibit stain and odor-causing bacteria.
7. Extend the crown. Get the look of wide crown molding with-out ripping out what's already in place. Extend existing crown mold-ing by adding standard trim three inches below the current crownand painting it and the space between to match, says Interior design-er Desiree Engram.
8. Play by the numbers. Pay attention to exterior details, saysV.J. Tramonte, broker of Galveston’s Tramonte Realty. “Don't putyour address on the curb and keep your front mailbox and housenumbers updated, he said. Numbers should be visible from thestreet, and you shouldn't have to squint to see the address, he said.Keep the lawn cut and edged and fill the front beds with colorfulplants and flowers.
9. Window works. Itdoesn't take much timeand the results are luxu-rious. A sun control filmcan eliminate most UVrays that fade furniture,paintings and hardwoodfloors. “Tinting windowscan knock out the heatabsorbed through win-dows, lowering your energy bill and reduces indoor glare,” saidMarty Johnston from Fine Line Glass Tinting. To avoid the annoy-ance of broken glass, Johnston swears by safety and security film,which is completely invisible. “Because it impedes quick entrythrough windowpanes or glass doors, it's a method of crime preven-tion. Most importantly, it helps to hold panes in place and mini-mizes flying glass during violent weather.
10. Plant something palatable. “Using edible and native plantsto spruce up your home's exterior is both beautiful and delicious,”said LaVerne Williams, owner of Houston's Environment Associates.To water your edible landscape, invest in cisterns or rain barrels,which add value and sustainability to your life.
11. Become a basket case. Iron baskets with their own hiddendrip irrigation are a natural source of spot color for windows andwalls. Blooms keep going with minimal care. It's a customer favoriteand a specialty of Windswept Landscaping.
12. Remember the necessaries. Some improvements lackglamor, but they’re no less important. Repairing frayed or damagedsiding, repaving the driveway or resealing the deck increases curbappeal and lowers the chance for more costly projects down the line,says V.J. Tramonte, broker of Galveston’s Tramonte Realty.
Copper accent.
Window tinting reduces indoor glare and lowers utility bills.
A WOODLANDS COUPLE’S BARN-INSPIRED FREDERICKSBURG HOME HILL COUNTRY EXPLORER GUIDE
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Where prairie land finds the EdwardsPlateau 200 miles west ofHouston, the Texas Hill Country is
a finespun pocket on a pearl snap shirt. The progeny of German settlers have kept
the heritage alive with bratwurst and dancehalls, polka music and Sunday “hauses.”
Longtime town business owners andinspired newcomers have opened hip farm-to-table cafes, food trucks, art galleries andoddity shops that celebrate the region’s cul-tural history in a modern way.
To do justice to the 25-county circle ofrolling terrain takes more than just a coupleof days and a Louis and Clark-sized appetitefor adventure. Explore the twisting countryroads and you’ll find friendly Texas artisans,music industry landmarks and a bit of respitefrom the bedlam of Houston.
Where to EatBlanco Bowling Club Cafe - This nine-pinbowling alley is also known for its dessertmenu --namely the knockout pies. (310 4thStreet, Blanco, 830-833-4416, blancobowl-ingclub.com)Comfort Pizza - After a generous slice ofwood-fired pizza, take advantage of the bikesfor let out front and explore Comfort’s lime-stone architecture on two wheels. (802 HighStreet, Comfort, 830-995-5959, comfortpiz-za.com)
Cooper’s Old Time Pit Barbecue - If theHill Country is a barbecue state, the originalCooper’s is its capital city. If you’re not intobrisket, opt for a world famous Big Chop,cooked cowboy style over the scaldingremains of mesquite branches. Pit masterTerry Wootan opened a new branch of thefamily business in nearby New Braunfels.(694 W. Young Street, Llano, 325-247-5713, www.coopersbbq.com)
Farm Haus Bistro at the FredericksburgHerb Farm - A historic rock residence, builtin the late 1890s houses the FredericksburgHerb Farm’s Farm Haus Bistro. (405Whitney, Fredericksburg, 830-997-8615,www.fredericksburgherbfarm.com)
The Gristmill River Restaurant & Bar -On the banks of the Guadalupe River, theGruene cotton gin processed crops until afire destroyed the wooden structure in 1922.All that remains of the mill today is the three-story brick boiler room, now the GristmillRiver Restaurant & Bar, which has great foodand an even greater view. (1287 GrueneRoad, New Braunfels, 830-625-0684,www.gristmillrestaurant.com)
High’s Cafe and Store - The mod- brickfacade of High’s Cafe and Store is laced withliving walls of ivy and orangey red industrialstools line outside tables. This cool factor is
no accident. Owners Brent Ault and DeniseRabalais originally moved to Comfort to startan interior design boutique, but shoppersliked Ault’s refreshments so much that theirbusiness plan changed. Open everyday,except Wednesdays. (726 High Street,Comfort, 830-995-4995, highscafeand-store.com)
The Leaning Pear - Hill Country inspiredcuisine. Owners Rachel and MatthewBuchanan took their Texas roots and Aggiedegrees and built an eatery that celebrates theregion. (111 River Road, Wimberley, 512-847-7327, www.leaningpear.com)
Otto’s German Bistro - Pays homage toFredericksburg's German heritage with localingredients, stellar presentation and a creativespirit. (316 East Austin Street,Fredericksburg, 830.307.3336,ottosfbg.com)
Redbud Cafe - Across the street from theold Blanco Courthouse, this lunchtimefavorite has a menu of soups, sandwiches andsalads made fresh daily. If you have a hanker-ing for something seasonal order from thespecial menu, which is thought up each weekbased on the best looking and best tastinglocal produce. (410 4th Street, Blanco, 830-833-0202, redbud-cafe.com)
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The Turtle Restaurant - Like it’s namesakemascot, the Turtle Restaurant is all aboutslowing down and enjoying good companyover a table of good food. (514 CenterAvenue, Brownwood, 325-646-8200,theturtlerestaurant.com)
Welfare Cafe and Biergarten - Chef andowner Gabriele McCormick is upscaling herOma’s recipes inside the kitchen at theWelfare Cafe. (223 Waring Welfare Road,Boerne, 830-537-3700,www.welfaretexas.com/welfare-cafe/)
What to DoBecker Vineyards - Richard and BunnyBecker are putting Stonewall, Texas, on themap – wines produced on their on the 46-acre estate have made appearances at theWhite House and the James Beard House.(464 Becker Farms Road, Stonewall, 830-644-2681, www.beckervineyards.com)
Gorman Falls at Colorado Bend StatePark - Hike a rugged, 1.5-mile trail toGorman Falls, one of the Hill Country’smost stunning natural wonders. (830-628-3240, tpwd.state.tx.us)
Hill Country Lavender Farm - Twentydollars a head buys lunch and a lavender lec-ture by owner Tasha Brieger. Served under alive oak with views of the lavender fields.Friday - Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m., SundayNoon-4 p.m. (4524 281 North, Blanco,830-833-2294,www.hillcountrylavender.com)
Marburger Orchard - June marks the startof peach season in Texas. Pluck one of 13varieties that ripen in stages from June untilearly August. (559 Kuhlmann Road, 830-997-9433, www.marburgerorchard.com)
National Museum of the Pacific War -Built to honor the Hill Country’s nativeson, Fleet Admiral Chester Nimitz. VisitorsJuly 5-6 can bear witness to a reenactmentportraying the harsh realities of combat liv-ing in the Pacific. Tickets are $7.50 foradults, $5.00. (340 East Main Street,Fredericksburg, 830-997-8600, www.paci-ficwarmuseum.org)
Pedernales Falls State Park - A haven foroutdoorsmen, on land and in the water. Forhikers, bikers and equestrians, a 10-mile trail
winds through the hillsides and down intothe park. Swim, tube or fish for Perch andCatfish in the river. (2585 Park Road 6026,Johnson City, 830-868-7304,tpwd.state.tx.us)
Real Ale Brewing Company - Founded inthe basement of an antique store in Blanco,Real Ale started with three recipes and nowbottles several seasonal ales and nine year-round brews including Fireman’s 4. Thetasting room is open Fridays from 2-5 p.m.,with tours starting at 3 p.m. and 4 p.m.(231 San Saba Court, Blanco, 830-833-2534, realalebrewing.com)
Sophienburg Museum and Archives -Learn about Hill Country forefathers andtheir settlements at the edge of IndianTerritory. (401 West Coll Street, NewBraunfels, 830-629-1572, www.sophien-burg.com)
Texas Tubes - Rent a tube on the shore ofthe Comal River and enjoy a lazy day ofsunning and funning. The shop is openfrom 9 a.m.-8 p.m. May-September. (250Meusebach, New Braunfels, 830-626-9900,www.texastubes.com)
Wimberley Zipline Adventures - Get abird’s eye view of Hill Country vistas whilesliding down a 15-mile guided zipline rideover canyons and creeks. Open seven days aweek. Tours begin at 9 a.m., 11 a.m., 1p.m., and 3 p.m. (300 Winn Valley Drive,Wimberley, 512-847-9990, www.wimber-leyzipline.com)
EventsNew Braunfels Farm to Market - Rain orshine, you will find a trail of vendors sellinglocal ingredients, but it is not all about thegroceries. There is also live music, chefdemonstrations and even a free morningyoga class. Saturdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. (186 S.Castell Avenue, New Braunfels, 830-629-2223, nbfarmersmarket.com)
Freedom Art Show - Members of theFredericksburg Art Guild will share theirinterpretation of freedom in celebration of Independence Day. Opening reception onJuly 4th, 4 to 8 p.m. Show runs until July27. (308 E. Austin Street, Fredericksburg,830-997-4949, www.fredericksburgart-guild.org)
Night in Old Fredericksburg - Calling allcow polkas. Head to the Gillespie CountyFairgrounds for two days of German meetsTexan family fun. July 19, 1 p.m. to mid-night. (530 Fair Drive, Fredericksburg, 830-997-8515, www.gillespiefair.net/niof)
Hill Country Food Truck Festival - LiveAmericana music and 25 Texas Hill Countryfood trucks. Aug. 2, noon to 9 p.m. $15per person, kids 12 and under are free. (412Luckenbach Town Loop, Fredericksburg,www.luckenbachtexas.com)
Indian Artifact Show - Exhibitors fromacross the state showcase collections of jew-elry, ceramics and other artifacts. Aug. 9, 9a.m. to 4 p.m. (300 S. 281, Lampases, 512-556-5172)
Lone Star Gourd Festival - Meet the arti-sans who are turning simple gourds intoworks of art. Hosted by Texas GourdSociety. Aug. 14-17. (390 S. Seguin, NewBraunfels, 512-431-6030, http://texas-gourdsociety.org)
Gillespie County Fair and Festival - Theoldest, continuously running county fair inTexas. Carnival, livestock and agriculturalexhibits and arts and crafts aplenty. Aug. 21-24. (530 Fair Drive off TX-16, 830-997-2359, www.gillespiefair.net)
LBJ Birthday Celebration - Celebrate withold-time games, such as marbles, tops, jacksand stick horses at the LBJ State Park &Historic Site. Aug. 27, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. (199Park Road 52, Stonewall, 830-644-2252,www.tpwd.state.tx.us/state-parks/lyndon-b-johnson/park_events)
ShoppingBlackbird Antiques & Interiors - Doglover Karen Frias opened this High Streetstaple, which is chock full of vintage furni-ture, boho bedding and projects waiting tohappen. (509 High Street, Comfort, 830-995-2550, blackbird-home.com)
Clint Orms Engravers & Silversmiths -What do Tommy Lee Jones and George W.Bush have in common? They both slingtheir belt loops with a handcrafted piecefrom Clint Orms’workshop. (229b OldIngram Loop, Ingram, 830-367-7949,www.clintorms.com)
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Gunslinger Dry Goods - If Rodeo Drivehad a western wear shop, it would look a lotlike Gunslinger. (1107 Cypress Street,Bandera, www.gunslingerofbandera.com
Red - A well-curated mercantile of modernmeets vintage home goods, housed in for-mer Buick dealership. (307 East Main,Fredericksburg, 830-990-0700,redinfred.com)
Shop the Treehouse - One-of-a-kind homewares sold alongside candles by Voluspa andIllume. (13615 Ranch Road 12, Wimberley,512-722-3315,www.shopthetreehouse.com)
Schreiner Goods - This hip take on thedowntown department store is de rigueurfor stylish locals. (214 Earl Garrett Street,Kerrville, 830-315-5000, www.schreinergoods.com)
Wimberley Glass Works - Canadian ownerTim deJong came to Texas on vacation in1991 and fell in love. Within a year, heopened shop just south of the village and itis still hot more than 20 years later. (6469Ranch Road 12, San Marcos, 512-213-4148, www.wgw.com)
Vaudville Living - A bistro, market, galleryand upscale oddity shop under one roof.(230 East Main, Fredericksburg, 830-992-3234, www.vaudeville-living.com)
NightlifeBlue Rock Artist Ranch and Studio - Thispastoral recording studio lets the listenersinto the loop at regular live music showings.(Wimberley, 512-847-7440, www.bluerock-texas.com)
Comfort Meet Market - Housed in a for-mer meat market, it’s where the locals go fora cold beer. (714 High Street, Comfort,210-367-7087)
The Dudley’s Wine Bar and Tap Room -Bringing a selection of microbrews to small-town Dripping Springs. (211 Mercer Street,Dripping Springs, 512-858-9463, drippin-wine.com)
Gruene Hall - Music legends and newbieshave played under the high pitched tin roofat one of Texas’ most famous venues. (1281Gruene Road, New Braunfels, 830-606-1281, gruenehall.com)
Lincoln Street Wine Market - A wine andcigar bar with live music nights. (111 SLincoln Street, Fredericksburg, 830-997-8463, www.lincolnst.com)
Luckenbach, Texas - A hill country hamletwith its very own ballad. Blacksmith shop,post office, beer joint, dance hall and cottongin. (412 Luckenbach Town Loop,Fredericksburg, www.luckenbachtexas.com)
Outlaw Food Truck at the WhitewaterAmphitheater- Owned by country musicfrontman Randy Rogers, this roving kitchenis known for feeding crowds of hungry con-certgoers. The only thing sweeter than thelineup – which includes Dwight Yoakham inAugust – is the smell of pulled pork tacos.(11860 FM 306, New Braunfels, 830-305-5044, www.outlawfoodtruck.com)
Where to StayAustin Street Retreat - John and MariaWalter’s 1867 homestead was lovinglyrestored in 1976. The original structure andadditions are joined by a series of courtyards.Five suites each with a private terrace. (408 West Austin Street, Fredericksburg,866-427-8374, austinstreetretreat.com)
Camp Comfort - A historic bowling alleyturned hipster lodge. Guest rooms are highon style and – you guessed it – comfort.(601 Water Street, Comfort, 830-221-6090, www.camp-comfort.com)
Escondita Spa & Resort - A stately, luxuri-ous Mexican-style hacienda. (23670 Hwy.16 N., Bandera, 888-589-7507,www.escondidaresort.com)
Paniolo Ranch - Four luxury private cot-tages. A to-die-for breakfast comes with.(1510 FM 473, Boerne, 866-726-4656,www.panioloranch.com)
River Road Tree Houses - A footbridgetakes visitors to one of six modern dwellingsin a canopy of 80-foot Cypress trees.(12660 River Road, Canyon Lake, 888-993-6772, www.riverroadcabins.com)
Sinya on Lone Man Creek - High atop aridge overlooking Lone Man Creek, a safari-inspired, glamping retreat for two. (428Deer Lake Estates, Wimberley, 713-502-3997, www.hillcountrysinya.com)
Sunday Haus Cottages at FredericksburgHerb Farm - Guest quarters pay homage toweekend cottages first built by German set-tlers to use when they came to town tostock the kitchen and attend Sunday Churchservices. (405 Whitney Street,Fredericksburg, 830-997-8615, www.fredericksburgherbfarm.com)
Vaudeville Living in Fredericksburg
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ighteen miles north of Fredericksburg above a valley flanked by the famous Pinta Trail, Bret Cope built his Hill Country retreat. The Pinta Trail is the historic road that once led Native Americans, Spaniards, and later, pioneer settlers across the Edwards Plateau.E
A Room with a Hill Country ViewWoodlands Dentist Builds a Dream Retreat
A stone house rises from a stark 300-foot ridge with a 30-mile vista in each direction.
What began as a barn for the 50-acre retreat evolved intothe property's principal dwelling.
“It has open visibility and a modern, industrial feel, andyet, the silhouettes of the house and outer buildings are atribute to forms of the past,” says Richard Laughlin whoworked closely with the owner as the project’s designer and builder.
The simple structure is built of cream-colored limestonefrom a Kerrville quarry and timbers of Texas Yellow Pine.The house sits on a base of hand-waxed concrete.
It's called the Barns at Cherry Springs, after its nearbynamesake, a tiny farming hamlet founded by German immi-grants in 1852.
Measuring 22 feet from base to peak, the house is toppedby a galvanized, standing seam roof edged with its own sys-tem for rainwater collection.
Rolling barn doors provide access into the 1,500 squarefeet of open, living space.
“The doors are made of red cedar and forged iron,” headds. They were designed by Laughlin and built on site bylocal craftsmen.
Inside, a wash of natural light streams through the wall of windows and fills the upper reaches of the 9- to-22-foot ceiling.
“The views are incredible,” Laughlin says.The sheer granite globe of Enchanted Rock is among the
distant panoramas visible through a 10-foot arched window. Four glass garage door windows, 12-feet-high and 10-feetwide, and two smaller ones, open the interior to a living landscape.
“The use of light and shadow are part of what's exception-al about this place,” Laughlin says.Crisp white walls and dark wood furniture allow wood grainbeams to shine.
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Opposite: Looselymodeled after theinterior of a dairybarn with itswhite plank walls,the house is a bal-ance of light andshadow with visi-ble beams of yel-low pine and asleek modern feelwith rusticaccents. Thearched windowframes a view ofEnchanted Rock.
Right: Dining inseems like diningout. Enormouswindows tie theliving spaces tothe abundantnatural world.The sliding barndoor is made ofred cedar andforged iron.
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“The interior is loosely modeled on a dairy barn withwhite plank walls, and exposed timbers,” explains Laughlin.
The furnishings and color palette are intentionally mini-mal with a balance between dark and light.
In the kitchen, a porcelain farmhouse sink is inset into a painted pine shelf, and a dark wood bar is topped in white glazed concrete; in the master bedroom a dark woodantique bed is fitted with crisp white linens; and the rusticfarmhouse table stretches toward a soft white pillow laden couch.
Rustic embellishments like an antler chandelier and farm-style metal fixtures give homage to the farming legacy.
For entertainment, the kitchen is equipped with its ownkegerator for cool beer on tap.
In 2010, Laughlin added two additional structures to theproperty. Both are fashioned from galvanized panels coatedwith Lexan.
“This creates a soft glow and highlights their historicshapes,” Laughlin says.
At night under a wide starry sky, the hayloft and a tractorbarn glow like luminaries on the hillside.
Though it supports 12 Boer goats – a 4H project ofCope's middle school daughters – this is no traditionalfarm. Dr. Cope is a dentist with a practice in TheWoodlands.
From the beginning, low-maintenance and minimalupkeep were a primary consideration for the weekend getaway.
Laughlin used prefinished siding to offer years of mainte-nance-free cladding, and the stone is virtually carefree. It is also resistant to fire, always important in a rural setting.
Native plants like agave and sotols were used along withcrushed granite, river rock and boulders from the site are in tune with the natural landscape,” says designer Joe Crossof Land-Flo.
“We attempted olive trees on the south slope, because theowner wanted to try, but they didn't make it,” he says.
Rainwater is collected from the metal roofs, stored in two
Farm charm. The open kitchen has a broad white porcelain farm sink set in painted pine with open shelving on the countertop. The dark wood float-ing bar has a white glazed concrete top, It holds the kegerator for beer on tap.
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2,000 gallon tanks, and provides adequate water fordrought-resistant vegetation. The property has liveoaks and various grasses that do well without an irriga-tion system.
It's an impressive landscape, dynamic, windy, andwith a definite sense of place, he adds.
“In time the native landscape will allow the buildingsto blend into the surroundings allowing the family toenjoy native wildlife in a rural setting,” he says.
Dark and light: Exposed beams and white walls create a loft-like appearance. A dark antique bed is topped with soft white linens.
ResourcesBuilderLaughlin Homes & RestorationFredericksburg, TXwww.hillcountrybuilder.com830-997-4974
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ABOUT THE BUILDER: Richard Laughlin is a third generation builder raised in Houston. He began hisFredericksburg business in 1984, building custom homes and renovating historic properties. He has been recognized with
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DesignerRemodeling Projects
Spotlighting a Master Bedroom, Whole House,Master Shower, a Media Room and Living Spaces
BY SUSAN FOX
Observe and learn. That’s the best way to cultivate an eye for design. When you run across a room or home you like, seriously study the com-
position. What drew you in? Take note of the color palette, the focal point, and the integration of materials and style. We invited four of Houston’s best designers to share some recent Before and After remodeling projects. We expect each to
inspire optimal results in your own homes.
Meg LonerganPrincipal of LeSueur Interiorswww.lesueurinteriors.com
The Project: Living and Dining RoomsA young couple relocated to Houston to begin their lawcareers. They bought an older 1920s West University areahome, which needed a bit of work. We had a $25,000 budgetto furnish and decorate their dining and living room – pluseight weeks to get it all done.
The Plan & Purchases:We started with items that were available by catalog and stores;items we could get in a hurry since we had a time factor tohonor. We began with the patterned rug from West Elm forthe living room, and then decided on the statement wallpaper
by Osborne and Little to create the biggest impact possible forthe dining room. We kept the costs down by keeping the exist-ing wainscoting in the dining area. The living chairs camefrom Jayson Home and Garden (www.jaysonhome.com), andthe living room tables came from Wisteria (www.wisteria.com).We also added custom drapes with a pleated edge to the din-ing area, and the blue Robert Abbey lamps(www.robertabbey.com) for pops of color in the living room.
Tips:• Good lighting and a fresh coat of paint can provide the biggestbang for the buck change in a home. • New kitchen appliances and upgraded hardware easily trans-formed the kitchen.• Custom drapery makes a home feel more finished – and cozy.• If using a light paint color and you have kids (Lonergan hastwo) and a dog, choose an eggshell finish. It’s easier to keeplooking clean and fresh.
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Designer Meg Lonergan stepped into help a young couple with a modest budget achieve a fresh, professional look. It allbegan with the patterned rug from West Elm. (Photo by Katie LeSueur.)
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• If you have a small budget, pick one or two items to splurgeon (as with the rug and wallpaper) and that will make a “state-ment.”
The Project: A Media RoomWhen I saw the Boulevard Oaks owners’ gorgeous slategray Roche Bobois sofas, I immediately had a vision fortheir media room, where they primarily watch TV andmovies.
I chose to douse the room in that exact color to create acontemporary cocoon-like experience and to minimize dis-tractions from the entertainment playing on the big screen.
Because the owners have a passion for state-of-the-art
home entertainment equipment, we incorporated it all intoone design element – a gray-linen-covered wall that istrimmed in a custom tape.
We also chose a gray Stark carpet with a geometric pat-tern to add texture and added a custom paint color on thecabinet and pocket doors.
On the ceiling, we wanted something unexpected andwhimsical. We chose this David Hicks hexagon paper.
The Knoll table lightens up the space and evokes a moremodern vibe.
The finishing touch is the art, created by CristinaGuerro, who is a Spanish artist one of the owners foundwhen traveling. It gives the room a vibrant pop of yellow.
BEFORE BEFORE
The “wow” fac-tor in thisWestUniversity din-ing room isthe Osborne &Little wallpa-per. Bothrooms, leftand right, areby LeSueurInteriors.
Designer MegLonerganwanted themedia roomabove to beelegant yetconducive towatchingmovies with-out distrac-tion. (Photosby KatieLeSueur)
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EricaBarczak,ZachDearbonneandGregWamhoffBy Design Interiorswww.bydesigninteriors.com
Project: A Whole HouseAfter raising their family on thisbeautiful plot of land in north-west Harris County, the clientsdecided that they wanted toupgrade their home. Without los-ing the home’s character, ourclients wanted to modernize andupdate their floor plan, squarefootage, and fixtures and finishes.From start to finish, it took oneyear.
(The project won the presti-gious Greater Houston Builder’sAssociation’s (GHBA) 2013Houston’s Best Prism Award forWhole House Renovation.)
The Challenges:Firstly and importantly, the addi-tion they wanted had to seamless-ly match the existing interior andexterior portions of the house.Brick and brickwork, windows,roof lines and cedar beams werejust a few of the exterior elementsthat needed to converge perfectlywith old.
The home’s new floor planalso needed to accommodate alarge number of people while alsomaintaining a cozy and warmfeel.
Lastly, everyday maintenanceneeded to be kept at a minimum.We selected user-friendly plumb-ing fixtures and appliances, aswell as lighting and entertain-ment equipment controlled viaiPhones and iPads.
Since this homepays homage tothe West andoutdoors, thecolor paletteremains neutral.They chosedurable fabrics,and split-facedScabos for thefireplace. (Photoby Brad Carr)
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Tips:• Collect photos of rooms you love. Soon, you will see a pat-tern in what you like.• Research materials before buying. For example, naturalstone requires more care than porcelain.
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The owners wanted By Design Interiors to seamlessly connect the “old” with the new, updated floorplan.
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What Was the Starting Point:We established the floor plan; each area had to have a practicalpurpose. Each cabinet and kitchen drawer has a specific func-tion. Storage was a key.
Then came the aesthetics. Each material was selected tohighlight beautiful natural materials. Split-faced Scabos stoneadorn the two-sided fireplace. The stained cedar alder cabinetsspotlight the natural wood grain. Every space pays homage tothe outdoors. A combination of leather, warm fabrics and rus-tic metals pulls it all together.
The stained clear alder cabinets show the wood’s natural grain. Small copper tiles are on the backsplash. (Photos above and below by Brad Carr)
Every kitchen drawer (above) has a function. The home, below left, won theGHBA “Best Prism Award for Whole House Renovation in 2013.
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Project: Master BathroomOur client stressed the need for storage. Because of the limitedspace, we used all the wall area to achieve her design directives.
By creating a shallow cabinet below the necessary knee spaceat the vanity, our client was able to have both storage and kneespace. A corner cabinet accessory unit was introduced to theright of the sink base cabinet on “her” side to make sure nospace went un-used.
Lighting design played an important role here as well. Three,three-paneled mirrors were installed on top of the wall-to-wallmirror over each sink and over the knee space. The large numberof mirrors reflects light from every possible angle.
Our client also wanted a larger shower as well as additionalstorage to the left of the large window. We were limited on thespace on the left wall, so centering the tub under windows wasnecessary. We used a freestanding tub to gain space on either sideto accommodate the shower and other needs.
Materials Used:Contemporary touches of metallic tiles, coupled with light-colored countertops and a granite wall covering and modernlighting helped to transform this space. It is now a very cohe-sive space. The custom-designed window with textured glassfollowed the same line as the the mosaic tiles that ran aroundthe room.
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Metallic tiles and light-colored countertops helped to transform this space. (Photos by Luciano Rodriguez)
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Gilbert PerezPrincipal, Bungalow Revivalwww.bungalowrevival.com
Project: A Master BedroomWe totally transformed a very dated 6,000-square-foot homewith popcorn ceilings, Corinthian columns and Roman-inspired painted ceilings. Our directive was to make it reflect amore rustic modern style. The single owner also wanted toopen up the floorplan for entertainment purposes.
Tips:• Opt for a color palette that is more neutral and soothing forlong-lasting effects.• Always allow space on each side of a window so thatdraperies can nicely stack.
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Vibrant, energetic colors in kitchens took top billing when itcame to trend spotting 2014 remodeling projects.
Kitchens remain a top-remodeling project among home-owners, according to Member Profile Study data from theNational Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI).
The use of color in kitchen designs was identified as one ofthe themes emerging from the association’s 2014 CotYAwards program, which recognizes the top national projectsin 25 categories that totaled nearly $73 million worth ofremodeling projects.
This year in the kitchen, design experts agree it is all about
color and creating contrasts – from pairing classic with con-temporary styles to infusing touches of color into the timelesscombination of black and white. Since most appliances arebasic black, white or stainless steel, bold bursts of color areappearing on other surfaces.
Color is often used to highlight the base of island or penin-sula cabinets. Owners and designers also are electing to gowith colored stone for the countertop and backsplash tiles.
For some homeowners, adding touches of color can updatean existing look while, for others, it can be the starting pointfor a total remodeling of the space.
Industry Professionals Say The Use of Color is The Top PracticeKitchen Trends
According to industry experts, kitchens remain a top remodeling project -- andone that usually offers one of the best returns on investment.
Homeowners are getting creative with the backsplashes by introducing subtleand distinct color into the designs.
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“Bright colors are very trendy, especially in contemporarykitchens,” says George Edwards, NARI Awards chairman.
“Color is a great way to create harmony, especially in open-concept kitchens that flow into other parts of living and diningroom spaces.”
In many of this year’s winning CotY kitchen designs, boldercolors such as blues, oranges, sunny yellows and avocadogreens complement stainless steel and darker cabinet colorswith neutral white finishes.
What is making color trends different is fusing themtogether in fresh and inventive ways. Colors found in nature,such as relaxing silver blues, gray/greens and earthy browns,remain popular, but are now being integrated with bursts ofpoppy, vibrant pink, daiquiri green or purple.
Additionally, warm yellow and red shades continue to be
popular in kitchens because of their comforting and subtlehues.
Coppery browns and Aztec clay colors—such as henna, gin-ger and gold tones—are especially popular in backsplashes,where homeowners are inspired to use a variety of colors topersonalize their kitchens and create a distinct décor.
NARI is the source for homeowners seeking to hire a professional remod-eling contractor because members are full-time, dedicated remodelers whofollow a strict code of ethics, observing high standards of honesty, integri-ty and responsibility.
Consumers may visit www.NARI.org to find a qualified professionalwho is a member of NARI or call NARI National at 847-298-9200and request a free copy of NARI’s brochure, “How to Select a RemodelingProfessional.”
Buttery yellow walls complement the blues and greens in this kitchen.
This retro kitchen with a checkerboard-patterned floor and bright yellow touches is a 2014 National CotY Award winner.
A CotY-Award Winner, featuring vibrant blue.
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There’s a reason it’s called mood lighting; when properly channeled, lightdirects attention, defines space and creates atmosphere.
“Designers spend a slew of money on tile and upholstery, but it's reallynothing until it's lit properly. Lighting can change the look of somethingdrastically,” says Betsy Robinson, a lighting designer at LIGHT.
While a chandelier delivers on “wow” factor, the secret to a well-lit roomis in the layers --of ambient, task and accent lighting.
“Lighting is both functional and aesthetic. In certain rooms, like kitchensand offices, you may want more task out of lighting, but in master bedroomsand dining rooms, more ambiance,” says Ann Morgan, a principal at theLighting Gallery.
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-PLANDon’t underestimate the complexity -- or the budget -- it takes to light yourplace.
“I remember when we built our first house in 1987, thinking I had a gen-erous lighting plan only to find out that the ‘plan’ had to cover recessedlights, fans, switches and the like. I had budgeted enough to buy an entrychandelier and that was it,” Jill Brown says, owner of Brown.
-THROW OUT THE RULE BOOK.Instead of adhering to the cardinal rules of scale, make room for imagina-tion.
“People are stepping out of the box. It's more about what fits your per-sonality, the style of the space and what looks good color and palette-wise,” says Betsy Robinson, a designer at LIGHT.
-DON’T RUSH ITNo matter the budget, it doesn’t pay to go careening for the finish.
“It just kills me when customers rush around buying lights to pass inspection and then say they will replace them later. I would rather have nothing thansomething just to make do,” says Brown.
-EMBRACE THE LOOK OF LEDThe industry is a hotbed of products that are high on originality and low-impact.
“People are jumping on the technology bandwagon.Obviously LED is the new thing in lighting, but it seems like it's becoming more
and more acceptable as far as the actual look of the fixture goes. You can see thediodes and all of the workings,” says Robinson.
-ASK THE PROSSince lighting is a science and an art, consider adding a lighting designer to yourteam or at least consulting one.
“I tell all of my clients we all have iPhones, so take a few pictures, bring them inand we can help you incorporate a light fixture for the design of your room,”says Ann Morgan, principal at the Lighting Gallery.
The industry’s custom niche catersto individual taste and even the tricki-est space. It isn’t nearly as simple asflipping a switch – custom lightingdesigners have to consider how thespace is used, the objects being illumi-nated and a room’s feel while under-standing environmental constraintsand how to properly apply technolo-gy.
“Lighting has to flow with every-thing you’re doing in a room, withflooring, colors and texture. In manyof the custom projects I do, nothingis the same in any of the rooms,because no room is the same,” addsMorgan.
Because the market is utterly subjective, the trend report varieswith two glaring exceptions: adaptive design and energy efficiency.
“People are retrofitting lights so they can turn them to LED, orthey're coming out with newer versions of lights that used to be inhalogen or incandescent and now they're LED,” says Robinson.
When designing her country house in Bellville, Jill Brown ofHouston used the best of both camps, a combination of storiedfixtures and LED lights.
“As I try to count them in my head, there are 65 interiorsconces, pendants and chandeliers,” she says.
At her namesake boutique in Houston, Brown curates a collec-tion of lighting oddities, many of them American-made.
“I like slight imperfections, the mark of the maker and theunique -- curious lights the French make from farm implements,copper pot kids, fish poachers and anything that is folky andauthentic,” she says.
For Brown the mark of a standout fixture is summed up in itsrelevance to the individual.
“Lights are one of the most personal and effective ways to makea house a home. Fixtures should have a personal connection. Thatcould be a family piece, one that has been in a previous home orone that you really thought about before you purchased it,” sheexplains.
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What is your design philosophy? My process begins withinspiration and inspiration begins with the client. Whether it’splanning new construction or starting a remodel, the processcan be completely overwhelming even for the most designsavvy client. It helps to have a seasoned professional at the helm—one that takesa custom approach and really understands the vision for the space.
How do your clients’ tastes or personalities influence design projects?Uncovering the clients personal style is key to a successful project. I begin byunderstanding the client’s style, needs and budget. I get to know who they are andhow they want to live or work in their surroundings by asking questions and gettinga good feel for the client’s requirements and personality. Then I implement ashared vision precisely and beautifully.
What’s the first thing you ask a client when starting a project? How can I helpyou make the dreams for your project come true?
What initially drew you to interior design? I realized my passion for designafter building five homes and decorating many family and friends’ homes.Following a fashion industry career, I earned a degree in Interior Design from the Art Institute of Houston.
How can a potential client know if a particular designer is a good fit for theirproject? A potential client will know they have met a designer that is a good fit forthem when they have a strong shared vision and the designer has a passion fortheir project along with the organizational skills to implement the dream.
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What is your design philosophy? My design philosophy is that interiordesign must be breathtakingly beautiful and unique, but also functionaland comfortable. My main goal in any project is to provide a timelessdesign that is uniquely tailored to that specific client’s needs and desires.It’s really all about giving people a personal, welcoming refuge that theylook forward to spending time in.
How do your clients’ tastes or personalities influence design projects?A well-designed interior should speak the homeowner’s language down tothe smallest detail. Every client has an amazing story to tell, but may notknow where to start. My job is to get to the heart of their true style andtranslate that into spaces that withstand the test of time.
What’s the first thing you ask a client when starting a project?How do they want the space to feel? Do they want it to be super comfort-able and kid-friendly, or do they want a high-end luxurious space? Thishelps to guide me in selecting finishes and furnishings that are appropriatefor the project. Part of this discussion involves knowing how they wouldlike the room to function and what their budget is for the project.
How can a potential client know if a particular designer is a good fitfor their project? There are several signs that a designer will be a goodfit to work with. First of all, the client should be excited to work with thedesigner, should love their work, and should trust them. They should alsofeel that the designer “gets” their vision for the room and will be able toprovide it within their timeline and budget needs.
Michelle WilliamsInside Story Interiors832-594-6390 • [email protected]
What is your design philosophy? Creating a space specific to a client requires partnering with them, reflecting their needs and tastes and helping them past their limitations through professional expertise. Specialty wall finishes and artwork play amajor role in accessorizing an exceptional space.
How do your clients’ tastes or personalities influence design projects? A successfulproject must fulfill the client’s needs functionally and aesthetically, as well as personally. The selection of artwork and/or decorative paint finishes to renew walls, furniture and built-ins that appeal to the client is as important as enhancing the overall design of a space.
What’s the first thing you ask a client when starting a project? Because I provide multiple services as an interior designer, decorative painter and artist, I ascertain the specific services desired and their perceived overall vision. Understanding that, a beautiful cohesive interior can be created incorporating customized elements with rich and unique finishes and art.
What initially drew you to interior design? I grew up in a home full of creativity, inspired by a selftaught and very gifted mother. When coming home from college my first adventure was to tour our hometo discover what she had bought, refurbished, reupholstered, what room she had wallpapered or painted.
How can a potential client know if a particular designer is a good fit for their project? Clients canensure a good fit by candidly expressing their needs, desires, expectations and important issues such asbudget, timeline, tastes etc. The client should feel comfortable with the designer’s, personality, design philosophy, management style and past experience. Referrals and site visits can be requested.
Bari Jenks – Arterior Dimensions 832-647-6076 • www.arteriordimensions.com
What is your design philosophy? A designermust remain true to theclient and subject matter,rather than to lift oneself up through a “signaturestyle.” Then and only thencan a truly great design be created.
How do your clients’ tastesor personalities influencedesign projects?
The client greatly influences the end result. I think it is important to get to know and understand who the client is and what they are trying toachieve. The resulting design, while both beautiful and functional, shouldultimately be an extension of the client and thus tell their story.
What’s the first thing you ask a client when starting a project?I always want to know what they envision the end result to be and the topitems on their list of dislikes.
What initially drew you to interior design? My family traveled a lotwhen I was young. So early on, I developed a love for historical architec-ture and unique places. What I found most interesting was how differentplaces could evoke different feelings based on the details of the space.That’s when I decided I wanted to create spaces for people that couldtranslate their essence to any visitor.
How can a potential client know if a particular designer is a good fitfor their project? I think it ultimately comes down to what the client isafter. Some clients want a designer’s “signature style”. Others are lookingfor a unique result. There are designers out there that fill both of these categories and I think the best results come from good pairings.
Desiree EngramDSI Designs979-571-0074www.dsi-designs.com
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meet the designersmeet the designersKeron WeatheredOut of the Box Design, LLC713-269-5475 • www.keronoutofthebox.comWhat is your design philosophy? I named my company after my design philosophy: Out of the Box Design. I am passionate about creating unique spaceswith an unexpected edge. My projects blend elegant looks and intricate details witha distinctive flair. My strength is my imagination.
How do your clients' tastes or personalities influence design projects? It’s crucial to understand my clients’ likes and dislikes at the outset of a project. This helps narrow themassive selections available into choosing specific items that fit their personalities, lifestyles or offices.
What's the first thing you ask a client when starting a project? I ask a lot of questions about them;what do they do, what do they like, what does beauty mean to them? This helps me really know myclients and create a design concept that is unique only for them.
What initially drew you to interior design? I’ve always been an artist and enjoyed touring beautifullydesigned homes so I decided to go to Houston Community College and earned an Associate Degree inApplied Science and Interior Design. After gaining incredible experience and collecting valuableresources over the years, I took the ultimate step and opened Out of the Box Design, LLC in 2010.
How can a potential client know if a particular designer is a good fit for their project? Does the designer listen to your needs? Do they have interesting and unique ideas you hadn’t thoughtof before? Do they invite you to be a partner in your own project? And most of all: look at the designer’sportfolio of finished work. By then you’ll know in your gut whether the designer will be a perfect fit.
What is your design philosophy? Good design does not need to breakthe bank! Each client has individual needs, desires, and budget and it ispart of our job as designers to honor those.
How do your clients’ tastes or personalities influence design projects?The client is the most important piece of the puzzle when designing aspace. Communication between the client and designer is critical to bringall the pieces together and loving the results.
What’s the first thing you ask a client when starting a project? I askmany questions about their life, how they utilize the space they dwell in,and what they find aesthetically pleasing. It is vital to be able to transformthe interior into what the client envisions, not just leaving a designer'sstamp on the space.
What initially drew you to interior design? Interior design is part of myDNA. The passion for creating aesthetically pleasing interiors came as ayoung girl. My precious parents would often wake up to a living room thathad been redesigned! Today I use my gifts and talents to assist clients increating a space that reflects their dreams and visions.
How can a potential client know if a particular designer is a good fitfor their project? It's important to know that the designer is listening toyour needs. I would ask myself other questions like; Is the designer stay-ing on budget or trying to up sell me? Is the designer flexible aboutchanges and schedules? Does the designer display good character? Isthe designer able to accept honest feedback?
Ann SchambergerDwell In [email protected]
What is your design philosophy? “Let the client’s personality and sense of style shine through.” I try to guide and advise my clients on what I feel will work best, but in the end, I’m really a facilitator to assistthem with their project.
How do your clients' tastes or personalities influence design projects?It's very important that a client’s personal taste be considered and high-lighted in the end result. I am hired for a reason, however, so it’s myresponsibility to give them the best design advice and resources availableto achieve a very personalized goal.
What's the first thing you ask a client when starting a project? I askhow they visualize using the space. Do they want the living room to be amore formal or casual space? How do they like to entertain? Could thedining room double as a library, or will it be strictly for dining? Get to theessence of how they prefer to utilize the space.
What initially drew you to interior design? As a child, I was forever re-arranging my friends’ bedrooms as well as my own family’s home(much to the annoyance of the adults, I might add). I’ve always lovedunique objects and works of art. My love for design grew from that, and I set off for college to get my degree in interior design.
How can a potential client know if a particular designer is a good fitfor their project? Interview more than one designer and see how youconnect. Working on someone’s home becomes very personal, so it’simperative that you feel comfortable and secure with your designer.
Lynne T. Jones Interior Design281-437-3307 www.lynnetjones.com
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Sharon Staley, FASIDSharon Staley Interiors713.668.9689www.sharonstaleyinteriors.comWhat is your design philosophy? Provide designthat best suits the clients’ needs by creating aspace that is well-developed in style, quality, color,texture, personality, and function.
How do your clients' tastes or personalitiesinfluence design projects? Each client brings their own flavor to thedesign process: styles or colors they are drawn to, needs they have foreach space to make it the most successful for them.
What's the first thing you ask a client when starting a project? What is the most important thing you wish to accomplish?
What initially drew you to interior design? My father owned successfulfurniture stores here in Houston and was also president of the FurnitureAssociation, so I grew up in the industry, sharing my father’s passion forquality design.
How can a potential client know if a particular designer is a good fitfor their project? A client will know they’ve found the right designer forthem when they feel truly “heard”. A good designer listens to what the clientwants and applies her talent, knowledge & experience toward making aspace tailor-made for the client.
ASID 2013 “Designer of Distinction” • NAPW 2013 “VIP Woman of the Year”
What is your design philosophy? My design philosophy is about creating elegant environments that exude comfort. Livability is thekey to my design. Luxurious rooms are great, but exceptional if you and your family can actually enjoy them. I believe understandingthe client’s lifestyle is essential for creating a living environment they truly love.
How do your clients’ tastes or personalities influence design projects? I listen very closely to what it is the client wants to achieveand customize my design to fit their goals. I make sure to incorporate his or her personal life intoevery project. Whether I am designing for a couple, a family, pet owners, I make sure to create anenvironment that is fitting for their lifestyle. I like to know what the client is passionate about andincorporate it into my designs.
What’s the first thing you ask a client when starting a project? When you walk into your home,what is it that you want to see and feel? What do you want others to see and feel? What do youwant to come home to?
What initially drew you to interior design? I cannot even remember a time before I wanted to bean Interior Designer. I was always very interested in my environment as a little girl. My room wasalways different than the rest of my house. It was unique, full of colors and patterns. It emulated mypersonality, the things I was interested in and passionate about.
How can a potential client know if a particular designer is a good fit for their project? I thinkthere is an instant chemistry that exists between the client and designer when they are a greatmatch for each other. Communication is key. I like to let the client express his or her wants andneeds before starting a project in order to ensure an amazing outcome.
Roseanette Navarro – Roseanette’s Interior Designs 713-854-8899 • www.roseanettesdesigns.com
What is your design philosophy? Never be too fussy. And never beafraid to make decisions in the moment. Some of the greatest successesare when I made a decision with a client in the spur of the moment.
How do your clients’ tastes or personalities influence design projects?They are my number 1 concern. They know what it takes to live in theirhome every day. I will definitely speak up if I think they are making thewrong decision. But otherwise, it’s always a collaborative process and thatis such a great thing.
What’s the first thing you ask a client when starting a project?Whether it’s a young family or business professional, I always ask what isa typical day in this room like. That usually gives me the clues I need.Immediately my client tells me everything they dislike about their currentspace. Then I ask what the perfect day in this room would be. Aspirationturns into inspiration on how I can give them a comfortable space thatworks for their lifestyle.
What initially drew you to interior design? I think my parents knew first.When I was 8 I kept shoving the furniture in my room from wall-to-wall anddemanding that they repaint.
How can a potential client know if a particular designer is a good fitfor their project? It’s all about the relationship that you establish withyour client. If there’s an immediate rapport the first time I talk to someone,I know that everything else will work out. And they will have the room oftheir dreams.
Heather Alyce,Heather Alyce Designs713-443-5599www.heatheralycedesign.com
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KEEP ON GRILLINGThis one is perfect for apartment balconies or other limit-ed yard spaces. The added benefit of the George ForemanGrill is that is easily portable, allowing you to use it insideor outdoors, rain or shine. It can be placed on a countertop, table or atop its own 2.5-foot pedestal. Perfect forsteaks, burgers, shrimp, chicken, veggies…. The nonstickgrill surface means you use a minimum amount of oil inadditional to enjoying quick cleanup. Price: $79-plus.Available at Target, Walmart or visit www.georgeforeman-cooking.com
MEET ZOE IIFMW|fablab, a Houston metal design laboratory, is pleased to intro-duce the Zoe II console table. As the name would suggest, Zoe II hada predecessor, the Zoe I table. While Zoe I was entirely wood, the ZoeII is composed of aluminum and 100+-year-old antique long-leafheart pine from Houston’s own historic East End. She stands 30-inch-es tall and is 13.5 inches wide and 31 inches long. Price: $750From FMW fablab: www.FMW fablab.com or call 832-304-3691.
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Turnera cannot be beat if you want something bigger. Making asturdy 4-inch mound of 2-inch golden blooms ALL summer andfall-- often into December --it loves extreme heat and pool soils.
'St. Elmo's Fire' Russelia is the new kid on the block. Talk aboutTOUGH; this rugged perennial will bloom non-stop for fullmonths per annum. This fairly new hybrid is tighter, brighter andnot as messy and floppy as his father, the old, "Firecracker Fern."Also, it is a butterfly and hummingbird magnet!
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