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THE BEST SUMMER GRILLING

gtTHE TOP KITCHEN TRENDSfor your renovation

SUMMER 2011

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FEATURES

20 kitchentrendsFive key directionsmdashfrom streamlined cabinets to eco-friendly materialsmdashto inspire your own kitchen design

26 californiadreaminrsquoJessica Capshaw star of Greyrsquos Anatomy and family give us an exclusive tour of their new Santa Monica guesthouse and pool

34 healthychildhealthyhomeIdeas from a groundbreaking Chicago showhouse to help you create a healthier safer home

44 grilledtoperfectionChef Daniel Darvell cooks up the perfect menu to show off your gardenrsquos or farmersrsquo market bounty and indulge in the pleasure of cooking on the grill

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ONTHECOVERJessica Capshaw and her baby Eve enjoy their new guesthousePhotograph by Dominique VorillonStylist Kim Wong

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If Iweretodescribethisissueinonewordit would be FRESH And who doesnrsquotlove fresh Fresh-picked strawberriesfreshly washed sheets freshly paintedwallshellipthe list goes on and on Therersquosjustsomethingaboutsummerthatmakesa person want to freshen up and shakeoff any cobwebs that have inevitablyappearedoverthewinterOur cover story is a prime example of fresh AND beautiful Jessica Capshawand her husband Christopher Gavigan

along with their children Luke and Eve share with us theirgorgeousguesthouserenovationJessicaandChristopherrsquoschoiceof CambriathroughoutistheperfectmatchfortheirdiscerningtastesindesignandnaturallivingOnthenoteof naturallivingwealso feature theHealthyChildHealthyHome showhouseinChicagoatrueshowcaseof beautifuldesignsproductsandideasEvenour regular features screamFRESHhellippork chopsgrilled to perfection with a lotus root salad the perfect wineandbeerpairingsforanythingyoumayhaveonthedocketthissummerandfreshdesigntipsforyourhomefromBillyBesonas he gives us the lowdown on lightening up your look Pluswersquove added a new feature this roundhellipLocal Scenehellipwhichshowcasesthebestof thebestintwoselectcitiesWatchforitineachissueaswetravelaroundandgiveyouinsidertipsonwhatto eat where to shop and what to see Speaking of travelingdonrsquotforgettocheckoutourlatestWordontheStreetgivingyouabirdrsquoseyeviewof whatCambriahasbeenupto(includingMOREnewcolorshellipyouarenrsquotgoingtobelievetheseuntilyouseethem)Whether you are reading a physical copy of our magazine orclickinglinkstoyourfavoriteproductsonourdigitalversionmdashwe hope that you are inspired and enjoy reading the issue asmuchasweenjoyedcreatingitforyou

Cheers

LouAnnBerglundHaafEditor-in-Chief

LETTERFROMTHEEDITOR

President and CEOMartin Davis

Creative + Publishing DirectorLouAnn Berglund Haaf

Creative ManagerMatthew McCoy

EVP Marketing + Residential SalesPeter Martin

Senior Marketing DirectorRandy Meier

Director of Brand ManagementSummer Kath

Chief Executive OfficerSteve Farbman

President Jim McEwen

Senior Vice PresidentDavid Jensen

EDITORIAL

Executive EditorJill Kirchner Simpson

Senior EditorReed Richardson

Art Director Barbara Chilenskas

Photo Editor Alan Gottlieb

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STYLE UPDATE

7 stylereportFrom clever gadgets to iconic chairs to beautiful lightinggreat design can enhance your kitchen

10 livingstylishlyUpgrade your bath with these timeless classics

11 livingwellA next-generation activity monitor bath potions fresh off the farm and other ideas to help you live your best life

THINGS TO LOVE

12 thepicnicBeautiful accoutrements for enjoying one of summerrsquos classic pleasures

15tablescapesSet a gorgeous shimmering summer table

16 localsceneCambria partners recommend some of the best things to see do buy and eat in Seattle and Toronto

18 designerstyleBilly Beson shows how to lighten up your deacutecor for summer

DEPARTMENTS SUMMER 2011

7 18FOOD

40perfectpairingsA sommelier and cicerone share their secrets for pairing wines and beers with summer foods and offer their top five picks

42 navigatingthefarmersrsquomarketChefs reveal how to be a savvy shoppermdashand make the most of the seasonrsquos freshest offerings

WHATrsquoS NEW

48 wordonthestreetOne hundred Cambria colors Plus the latest Cambria

news and connections

LAST LOOK

50 ahhhsummerDonrsquot let the season slip away before yoursquove had a chance to relish some of the simple joys of summer

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StyleReport

New ClassicsFrom new takes on icons to reinventions of kitchen basics great design can enlighten your kitchenDestined

To Be a ClassicReminiscent of a turn-of-

the-century marble countertop but with all the modern

benefits of quartz Praa Sands from Cambriarsquos new

Waterstone Collection is sure to become a classic with its inherent strength

and maintenance-free qualities

1 The Perfect GlassFinnish designer Timo Sarpanevarsquos classic tumbler is heat-resistant and cone-shaped to fit the hand easily with a tapered top to prevent dishwasher damage Now it comes with an outer layer of spiraled silicone for a better grip and insulation from hot or cold Set of 4 Timo Termo glasses $69 or original glasses $32 from wwwDesignHouseStockholmUSAcom

2 Make a WishDanish designer Hans Wegnerrsquos iconic Wishbone chair designed in 1949 is surprisingly comfortable thanks to its curved top rail and broad seat Itrsquos now available in 36 colors and finishes $750 at wwwhivemoderncom Vintage metal dining table from Canvas wwwcanvashomestorecom

3 Clever Kitchen HelpersTwin British designers Richard and Antony Joseph take a fun yet functional second look at common kitchen gadgets Their Elevate line of kitchen tools features integrated rests to keep the working (messy) end of utensils off the counter Tongs $12 Double Dishrsquos curvy double-walled bowl handily hides pista-chio shells or olive stones $18 And the stainless steel ldquoRockerrdquo crushes garlic cloves and cleans up easily $15 wwwjosephjosephcom

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Utilitarian Beauty

Even the most basic elements in your kitchenmdash from a timeless teapot to island lightingmdash can bring a dose of pleasure

2 New HeightsIn 1958 Norman Cherner fashioned plywood into this sleek sculptural chair A modern classic the Cherner chair is now available in counter-height and bar-height stools for modern island seating $699 wwwzincdetailscom

3 Itrsquos a GrindAn old-fashioned mortar and pestle still comes in quite handy for grinding spices making pastes pesto and other kitchen tasks Classic English Cornishware first produced in the 1920s has been reintroduced by TG Green amp Co $55 wwwdragonflydrygoodscom

1 The Light FantasticWhy settle for staid pendant lighting when you could add a splash of style Oilorsquos cylinder shade adds modern pattern and color above a table $199 The shapely silhouettes of Jamie Youngrsquos hand-blown seeded glass pendants would make a stylish trio over an island $213 - $225 All are available from wwwlaylagracecom

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Tea for Two

Shapely vintage pieces made by Bauer Pottery in Los Angeles

in the 1930s and 40s are now being reissued as Bauer 2000 This charming beehive teapot

holds 32 oz $70 from wwwbauerpotterycom

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Make an EntranceCarve out a corner of your kitchen or entry to create a mini mudroom

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1 Chalk it up to forgetfulnessmdashor friendly reminders writ large The bold scale of this chalkboard gives sophisticated presence to your grocery lists Color code your familyrsquos to-dorsquos with colored chalk Marseilles Chalkboard 4 to 8 feet tall from $349 wwwrestoration hardwarecom

2 Stylish Storage Between this clever bench and shelf fitted with hooks and cubbies your storage needs are covered from backpacks to jackets baseball caps to bootsmdashplus a place to sit and tie your shoes Samantha Entryway Collection $229 to $549 wwwpotterybarncom

3 Stash everything from basketballs to umbrellas to flip-flops in these useful and beautiful handwoven rattan baskets Assign one to each member of the house for a tidy-up catchall $55 to $110 wwwrestoration hardwarecom

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LivingStylishly

The Well-Appointed BathThe essentials need not be simply functional Classic and timeless is our mantra when it comes to outfitting the bath Crystal apothecary jars silver hand mirrors and horn combs are bound to become heirlooms

1 Instant EleganceDecantyourlocally-sourcedsoapsandoilscottonswabsandpuffsinthesegracefulfacetedglassapothecaryjars$28eachwwwanthropologiecom

2 Look beyond the drugstoreforgroomingacces-soriesthataddtothebeautyofyourbathsuchasthishorncomb$75wwwtheartofshavingcomAtortoiseshelltoothbrush$4andintricatelydetailedhandmirror$48recallthedressersetsofyorewwwanthropologiecom

3 The morning shavetakesonnewlifewithagoodshavingbrushandrazorThishornshavingsetisnotonlytimelessinformandmaterialsbutergonomicallybalancedandequippedformodernMach3bladesAuthentichornhandlesbadgerbrushandnickelstand$450wwwtheartofshavingcom

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Step by Step

LivingWell

Juice cleansesare all the ragemdashto detox your body jump-start a weight-loss regimen or just feel bet-ter BluePrintCleanse offers three levels of intensity based on your current diet (you drink six bottles of juice per day on each) and also a ldquoJuice lsquoTil Dinnerrdquo optionmdashand their juices actually taste good $65 a day To make your own order their bookThe 3 Day Cleansewwwblueprintcleansecom

Farm-Fresh Essentials

1 Look No FurtherYoursquod never guess that Furtherrsquos fragrant hand soap started life as waste grease from restaurants Owner Marshall Dostal refines used cooking oil to create biofuel to power cars and then scents the glycerin byproduct with bergamot olive oil and grasses to create eco-amazing soap lotion and candles wwwfurtherproductscom

2 Farmaestheticsrsquoproducts are as notable for what they donrsquot containmdashpreservatives petroleum products synthetic fragrances dyes or talcmdashas for what they domdashorganically grown herbs flowers oils and grains all grown on American family farms Check out their pure and simple cleansers moisturizers and remedies at wwwfarmaestheticscom

3 Want a naturalalternative to shaving cream Try Soaptopiarsquos richly moisturizing shaving soap with castor avocado macadamia nut and jojoba oils $11 wwwsoaptopiacom

Try handmade soapsmdashtypically made from natural oils such as olive coconut palm or avocado and scented with herbs flowers and essential oilsmdashfor a cleanser that looks and smells good enough to eat

Just as the farm-to-table movement is inspiring us to eat local and

organic for both environmental and health reasons all-natural farm-grown

skin and bath products let you do the same for your grooming regimen

Visit the farmersrsquo market to search for local purveyors or try one of these

homegrown companiesrsquo wares straight from the farm or kitchen

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Need a nudge to get more exercise DirectLife from Philips is an itty-bitty activity monitor that tracks your progress and even offers an online personal coach $149 wwwdirectlifephilipscom Keep track of what you

eat and your exercise with easy-to-use websites and apps such as wwwLoseItcom and ldquoMy Platerdquo on wwwlivestrongcom

Step by StepNeed a nudge to get more exercise DirectLife from Philips is an itty-bitty activity monitor that tracks your progress and even offers an online

easy-to-use websites and apps such as

10 CAMBRIA STYLE

Things to Love

ThePicnicWhen it comes to summerrsquos purest peasures picnics top our

list Add some panache to yours with a classic basket and dishes that look more like family heirlooms than picnic ware

When it comes to summerrsquos purest peasures picnics top our list Add some panache to yours with a classic basket and dishes

that look more like family heirlooms than picnic ware

When it comes to summerrsquos purest peasures picnics top our list Add some panache to yours with a classic basket and dishes

that look more like family heirlooms than picnic ware

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Beyond PaperAs pretty as Provenccedilal pottery but made of lightweight shatterproof melamine these plates can be your go-to choice for summer entertaining Set of 4 $5995 Benidorm by Le Cadeaux wwwwilliams-sonomacom

Slice it RightThe Batard folding knife and corkscrew is a picnic classic Keep it on hand to slice bread and cheese or open a bottle of wine $2199 from wwwcheftoolscom

Quite a SpreadFrom Top Chefrsquos Tom Colic-chio come savory spreads that can turn any sandwich into gourmet fare Sweet Caper Mustard Balsamic Onion Marmalade and Green Olive Tapenade $14 each set of 3 $37 wwwwilliams-sonomacom

Wine to GoThe traditional Spanish leather wine pouch makes it simple to transport a jug of wine Handcrafted by Jesuacutes Blasco $7999 wwwwinebotascom

Blanket StatementEasy to fold tote and spread out on this bright woven cotton blanket with a built-in handle creates the perfect picnic spot 60rdquo square $2499 wwwworldmarketcom

Game OnBocce dates back to the Roman Empire but itrsquos easy and fun to play anywhere This tourna-ment-quality set includes 9 sturdy resin balls and a wood carrying case $140 wwwbocceballsetscom

The Ultimate BasketThe Rolls-Royce of picnic hampers this classic willow basket includes everything from china and flatware to corkscrew cutting board and SampP shakers $319 at wwwbrookstonecom

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All thats required are good friends good food and a beautiful day

Beyond PaperAs pretty as Provenccedilal pottery but made of lightweight shatterproof melamine these plates can be your go-to choice for summer entertaining Set of 4 $5995 Benidorm by Le Cadeaux wwwwilliams-sonomacom

Slice it RightThe Batard folding knife and corkscrew is a picnic classic Keep it on hand to slice bread and cheese or open a bottle of wine $2199 from wwwcheftoolscom

Quite a SpreadFrom Top Chefrsquos Tom Colic-chio come savory spreads that can turn any sandwich into gourmet fare Sweet Caper Mustard Balsamic Onion Marmalade and Green Olive Tapenade $14 each set of 3 $37 wwwwilliams-sonomacom

Wine to GoThe traditional Spanish leather wine pouch makes it simple to transport a jug of wine Handcrafted by Jesuacutes Blasco $7999 wwwwinebotascom

Blanket StatementEasy to fold tote and spread out on this bright woven cotton blanket with a built-in handle creates the perfect picnic spot 60rdquo square $2499 wwwworldmarketcom

Game OnBocce dates back to the Roman Empire but itrsquos easy and fun to play anywhere This tourna-ment-quality set includes 9 sturdy resin balls and a wood carrying case $140 wwwbocceballsetscom

The Ultimate BasketThe Rolls-Royce of picnic hampers this classic willow basket includes everything from china and flatware to corkscrew cutting board and SampP shakers $319 at wwwbrookstonecom

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All thats required are good friends good food and a beautiful day

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Tablescapes

A luminous beach-inspired table thatrsquos also earth-friendly

A SUMMER SETTINGThis beautiful shimmering summer table set-ting has a practical side All the beach-glass-like pieces are handcrafted in the US from recycled glass Even the napkin ring is an upcycled vin-tage fork its tines twisted into octopus-like swirls Cambriarsquos White Cliff tabletop with its decora-tive edge and polished surface complements the settingrsquos sparkling translucent hues A woven

sandy-colored placemat and cloth napkin are the perfect neutral addition Interior designer Ruth Delf of Susan Fred-man Design Group in Chicago who designed the table setting for us notes ldquoEco-friendly design is also about preserving and layering in pieces you already ownrdquo whether itrsquos your grandmotherrsquos antique plates or simple white everyday dishes

More tips for the table from Ruth Delf ASID and LEED Green Associate of Susan Fredman Design Group

COLOR THEMEStart with a color palette whether itrsquos based on the room your china the flowers or the season Those colors can weave their way through table linens china and flowers as desired Focus on a few key pieces and keep everything else simple and light

MIX AND MATCHldquoEverything doesnrsquot have to matchrdquo advises Delf Flea-market finds your own every-day china and your motherrsquos crystal goblets can all mix together The key is choos-ing a common thread that unites the different elements whether itrsquos color style or a material such as wood or pressed glass

NATURAL ELEMENTS Use elements from nature or from the meal itself for decorationmdashperhaps a bowl of lemons pots of herbs or flow-ers from your garden in small vases at each place setting Tie napkins with rustic twine or wrap a flower or herbs around each napkin and pin to secure

GLAMOUR Add nightime glamour with floating votives in vases of different heights Opt for eco-friendly unscented soy can-dles which are not petroleum-based and are clean-burning

Make It Your Own

ldquoScallopedrdquo hand-wroughtstainless steel flatware Mantra $320 for four place settings wwwsusanfredman athomecom

ldquoAdriftrdquo bowl in ldquoJewel Icerdquo Hudson Beach Glass $110wwwhudson beachglasscom

Reclaimed fork napkin rings $36 for set of 4 at Moss Envy wwwmossenvycom

ldquoForagerdquo dinner plate in ldquoJewel Icerdquo Hudson Beach Glass $80 wwwsusanfredman athomecom

ldquoForagerdquo dinner Recycled glass goblet Fire amp Light $2995 wwwfire andlightcom

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Local Scene

SeattleWhen in Rome When in Seattle coffee is a must Grab a cup of joe at local institutions like Caffe Ladro voted best in Seattle or Caffeacute Vita and stroll around the artsy Fre-mont neighborhood advises Sarah Stanhope residential sales manager with Cambria dealer Fine Line Pacific in Seattle You canrsquot turn a corner without taking in a beauti-ful statue or stunning architecture along with a mix of boutiques gal-leries and pubs Psst Check out the giant troll under the Aurora bridge

TO BUY

1 ChukarCherrieswwwchukarcomWashington State is known for its cherries and these delicious chocolate-covered dried cherries have become a local institution

2BhhoneyBallard Bee CompanywwwballardbeecompanycomFrom the historic and hip neigh- borhood of Ballard comes golden unfiltered honey

SIGHTS

3MuseuMofGlass1801 Dock St Tacoma 866-468-7386 wwwmuseumofglassorgWatch live glassblowing in the Hot Shop and marvel at Dale Chihulyrsquos Bridge of Glass

4PikePlaCeMarketFirst Ave and Pike St 206-682-7453wwwpikeplacemarketorgldquoAmericarsquos premier farmersrsquo marketrdquo over a century old features more than 200 stalls along with crafts-people street performers and cafeacutes

STORES

5 Watsonkennedy finelivinG

Inn at the Market courtyard86 Pine St 206-443-6281wwwwatsonkennedycomFind the perfect gift or just browse the tablewares treats and one-of- a-kind finds

CAFEacuteS

6 CafeacuteJuanita9702 NE 120th Place Kirkland 425-823-1505 wwwcafejuanitacomThe Pacific Northwest pioneered this kind of locally-sourced organic cooking Try the grilled octopus and rabbit

Caffeladro452 N 36th St 206-675-0854 wwwcaffeladrocom

Caffeacutevita4301 Fremont Ave N 206-632-3535 wwwcaffevitacom

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TorontoldquoToronto is a dynamic multicultural city with a lot of European influencerdquo says Sara Rooney district manager for Cambria Canada in Toronto She recom-mends the Yorkville neighborhood for strolling with department stores like the flagship Holt Renfrew and boutiques and cafeacutes along Yorkville and Bloor Streets Best explored on foot ldquocharming court-yards and alleyways make you forget yoursquore in the cityrdquo Another top pick The Distillery District (above) is a pedestrian-only neighborhood of brick-lined streets and restored Victorian industrial build-ings jam-packed with theaters boutiques and galleries

STORES

1 distillGallery 55 Mill Street Link Building 416-304-0033wwwdistillgallerycom See the work of more than 100 emerging Canadian artists and craft-speople under one roof

2 teatroverde98 Yorkville Ave 416-966-2227 wwwteatroverdecomFrom curios to couches this Toronto original houses a wide selection of gifts accessories and furniture

TO BUY

3loWProfileBoWlswwwkatherinemorleycomArtist Katherine Morley created this series of cameo-like bowls honor-ing ldquogreat but under-celebratedrdquo Canadians such as author Pierre Berton $120

4aroMaCholoGyfraGranCe

wwwmyaromachologycomCreate a custom-blended perfume based on your personality and favorite scents from $60

5radioCanadakitBaGwwwredcanoebrandscomRed Canoe honors Canadian heritage with aviator-inspired clothing and bags Can$130

RESTAURANTS

onerestaurantHazelton Hotel116 Yorkville Ave416-961-9600wwwonehazeltoncomTry the ldquoLobster Spoonsrdquo and an updated Chicken Cobb Salad on the patio at One in Yorkvillersquos stylish five-star Hazelton Hotel

taPPoWineBarandrestaurant55 Mill Street Building 3 647-430-1111 wwwtappocaSit at the bar and sip wines from around the world or sample Italian and Mediterranean fare in this soaring rustic space in the Distillery District

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Designer Style

Up

Sheers and mirrors invite more light into a room Sheer fabrics from left ldquoFifth Avenuerdquo from Rodolph wwwrodolphcom ldquoRing Bearerrdquo from Kravet wwwkravetcom Rodolphrsquos ldquoDemurerdquo ldquoFringe Benefitsrdquo from Pollack www pollackassociatescom

Lightenby Billy Beson ASID bull Photography by Steve Henke

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Mirror MirrorMirrors are masterful magicians that I rely on fre-quently to reflect light and open up a space If you put a bouquet of flowers in front of a mirror yoursquove essentially doubled the size of the bouquet

bullPlace a mirror opposite a window wall to reflect light back into the room bullOne mistake people often make is choosing a mirror thatrsquos too small A grand mirrormdashsay six feet tall and three feet wide propped against the wall (like my dramatic mirror framed in Cambria quartz right) really extends the space visually bullItrsquos also a common mistake to hang a mirror over a mantel Unless itrsquos hung very low what you see reflected is simply the ceiling Better to hang a painting above the mantel and place a mirror where you can look into it or where it reflects something beautifulmdasha view out the window or a pretty part of the room bullA large mirror can help a cramped or dark space like an entry or long hallway feel more spacious But according to feng shui principles you donrsquot want to place a mirror directly opposite your front door or money and positive energy will flow out of your home bullYou can buy a mirror ready-made or you can create your own by finding a molding you like at your favorite framerrsquo s and having it fitted with a mirrorbullLook for frames at flea markets and tag salesmdashif you hate the painting you can ditch the Elvis on velvet and salvage the frame (as I did opposite) Have a mirror cut to fit by a glass cutter or at the hardware store If you donrsquot like the finish on the frame spray-paint it high-gloss white and brighten up the room Or try brilliant yellow or orangemdasha little jolt of color to wake up the space bull Even mirrored surfaces like a mercury glass vase or a mirrored table (pictured opposite) can help add light and glamour to a space

Sheer Genius Sheer draperies are coming into vogue because people want light-filled rooms while still having some sense of privacy The range of beautiful new sheers includes

gorgeous embroideries burnout patterns printed sheers and modern takes on eyelet Theyrsquore available at every price point from $5 to $500 a yard and in a wide range of weights and translucence from a whisper of cotton lawn to supple lightweight wool bullSteer away from sheers that are pure silkmdashthey will disintegrate over time from sun damage bullIf you have an unattractive view or a bank of windows close to a corner consider hanging sheer draperies floor-to-ceiling and wall-to-wall That will camouflage off-center windows or an airshaft view while still letting in lots of light

Interior designer Billy Beson spotlights 3 trends that will help lighten brighten and refresh your rooms for summer

bullOn the other hand I also like to frame windows that have a beautiful view in sheer draperies If you have heavy drapes with lots of swoops and scallops the first thing that does is stop your eye from looking out at the view bullSheers can also feel modernmdashthere are great subtle geometrics contemporary takes on lace and microfibers that are crisp and clean One of my favorite fabrics is a lightweight wool challismdashit has a substance and body to it that synthetics and cotton donrsquot

WallpaperWallpaper is another design element that is enjoying a resurgence in popularity

Patterned wallpapers had fallen out of favor with the recent emphasis on spare neutral rooms but now theyrsquore back and better than ever The newest wallcoverings have large-scale simple or stylized graphics in a pared-down two- or three-color palette often with white (That also makes them less expensive than intricate scenic papers with twenty color screens) Here are a few simple ways to tap into the ldquowowrdquo factor of wallpaper bullPaper an entire powder room including the ceiling Donrsquot be afraid to use a boldly scaled paper in a small spacemdashthat will give it even more impact bullUse wallpaper to cover just the bedheadboard wall in a bedroom If you really want to have fun you could upholster the headboard in a matching fabric if you align the patterns carefully You can paper an accent wall such as the wall behind a buffet in the dining room just as you might paint an accent wall bullIf yoursquore adding a new color with wallpaper the trick is to repeat that color elsewhere in the room so it ties into your existing interior Add some throw pillows linen napkins plates a piece of art or just some fresh flowers or a big bowl of fruit that pick up on the new hue

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Modern floral wallpapers from top ldquoBenvardenrdquo and ldquoWild Chrysanthemumrdquo from Osborne amp Little wwwosborneandlittlecom ldquoCabriole Goldrdquo from Designers Guild wwwdesignersguildcom

Designer Billy Beson head of Billy Beson Company in Minneapolis framed a large-scale mirror in Cambriarsquos ldquoMinerardquo to brighten and open up a room

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THE NEWEST IDEAS IN KITCHEN

DESIGN CAN HELP INSPIRE YOUR

OWN SUCCESSFUL CHOICES

WHEN IT COMES TO KITCHEN DESIGN think Nicole Kidman not Lady Gaga

When yoursquore designing something as expensive and long-lasting as a kitchen itrsquos important to think classic with

staying power not fad of the moment But whether yoursquore renovating building new or just looking to freshen up the

kitchen you already have itrsquos helpful to stay on top of the trends And by trends we mean not ldquoflash in the panrdquo but

the long-term directions that will influence whether the kitchen you design today will still look great five years from

now We talked to top kitchen designers across the country and sifted through reports compiled by the National

Kitchen and Bath Association which regularly polls its members and teases out trend information from their presti-

gious annual design awards Here are five key trends we see happening now or coming up on the horizon raquo

trends by Jill Kirchner Simpson

kitchen

raquo Completely open to the family room this ldquosocial kitchenrdquo invites everyone to hang

out togethermdashwhether on comfy couches or island bar stools The island and painted

drop-down ceiling above it are the only subtle demarcations between spaces CO

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Cambriarsquos Darlington

countertops wrap the

island above providing

a light counterpoint to the

sleek dark wood cabinets

Cabinets are stacked to

maximize storage and

reduce the number of

upper cabinets overall

so floor-to-ceiling

windows can flood the

room with light

dark wood cabinets streamlined designWhile white kitchens and cabinets are not going out of favor any time soon there is a pronounced interest in rich deep woods such as walnut and mahogany and ebonized or dark-stained cherry oak and alder according to designer Jennifer Gilmer a Certified Kitchen Designer (CKD) in Chevy Chase Maryland and creator of KitchenDesignOnlinenet Therersquos also growing interest in exotic wood

veneers including engineered veneers which are made from wood that is dyed and stained to mimic more expensive or endangered species These exotic species include wenge Macassar ebony sapele and more Medium-toned species such as teak quartered cherry bamboo and eucalyptus and lighter species such as anigre sycamore beech and birch are rising in popularity as well ldquoItrsquos important to balance dark woods with white or lighter accentsrdquo points out Gilmer ldquoLaminates are also coming back and I have been using exotic wood veneers paired with white gloss laminates in the same kitchenrdquo Cabinet styles are becoming simplified with full-overlay frameless slab doors simple square edges and less ornate hardware If doors are paneled they often feature simple recessed panels rather than elaborate raised panels with corbels and moldings In contemporary kitchens integrated finger pulls and self-closing cabinet hardware such as that made by Blum create a streamlined look with less visual clutter ldquoSimpler more evenly textured countertops such as Cambria quartz are the perfect companions to the stronger-grained woodsrdquo notes designer Lyn Peterson of Motif Designs in Westchester New York author of Lyn Petersonrsquos Real Life Kitchens

fewer upper cabinets = open airier designFewer upper cabinets more windows and open shelves or glass-fronted cabinets are helping break up the claustrophobic feel of unrelieved banks of cabinets ldquoWe are definitely using fewer upper cabinetsrdquo says Peterson ldquoClosed upper cabinets are good for items like sippy cups and mismatched

raquo Cabinetry banked on one wall streamlines this galley-

style kitchen right Frosted glass doors on the front of the

island add lightness while obscuring whatrsquos inside

kitchen trends

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coffee mugs but wersquore putting sets of dishes and glassware as well as serving bowls pitchers and platters (which are often too deep for shallow upper cabinets) on display on open shelvesrdquo Foodstuffs are often now stored in a pantry whether itrsquos a walk-in closet or a deep pull-out pantry cabinet Gilmer agrees ldquoI am taking out the small window over a sink and replacing it with a set of two or three windows We make up for that storage by putting in a tall pantry cabinetmdashjust one of those can replace what three or four wall cabinets would holdrdquo This more open airy look also helps the kitchen fit in more seamlessly with a great room or dining room as open-plan kitchenliving areas continue to be the norm

the social kitchenldquoWersquove seen this for a long time but today what I call the lsquosocial kitchenrsquo has reached a whole new dimensionrdquo says Susan Serra CKD a Long Island New York designer and blogger who is introducing a new line of cabinets called Bornholm Kitchen ldquoThe kitchen is no longer just about cooking More and more activities are taking place there itrsquos the center of everythingrdquo According to Serra this blending of cooking and living space means that ldquoupholstered furniture is moving into the kitchen along with real artwork sconces and other living-room-like accoutrements so therersquos a more seamless transition between the kitchen and other roomsrdquo This trend is also reflected in the continued importance of the kitchen islandmdashwith seating for friends room to do homework and space for multiple cooks ldquoI truly believe that in years to come this trend is going to make dining rooms obsolete in the typical homerdquo says Jennifer Gilmer

naturally greenWhether environmental concerns weigh into your kitchen decisions seems to depend in large part on where you live ldquolsquoGreenrsquo is definitely big in Oregonrdquo says Martha Kerr a Certified Master Kitchen and Bath Designer who is vice president of Neil Kelly Design in Portland ldquoOur company as well as our customers are very focused on the environment which includes evaluating the com-pany and its manufacturing processes in addition to

laquo In this eco-

friendly renovation

of a 1902 home

the luminous

green backsplash

of Fireclay

recycled tiles

steals the show

A wide stretch

of open shelving

below with simple

white dishes and

clear glasses

breaks up the

upper cabinets

and lightens up

this kitchen

ldquoItrsquos important to balance dark woods with white or lighter accentsrdquo notes designer Jennifer Gilmer

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the product itself Cambria is our number one quartz countertop not only because itrsquos an antimicrobial no-maintenance nonporous product but also because itrsquos made here in the US and doesnrsquot have to be shipped across the oceanrdquo says Kerr ldquoWersquore choosing floors that are sustainable such as cork bamboo and Marmoleum as well as wood because wood floors have a very very long lifetime Our cabinetmaker uses Agriboard which is made from agricultural byproducts such as wheat for the cabinet boxes and low-VOC finishes lsquoGreenrsquo can extend as far as choosing a foot pedal or motion-sensor faucet to reduce water use or recessing a compost bin into the countertoprdquo Designers in St Louis and New York however say environmental concerns are still on the periphery except in the area of energy efficiency Energy Star appliances WaterSense faucets and LED lighting are becoming must-haves for consumers who realize they can save money while also helping save the planet

distinctive materialsldquoThere is an explosion of new materials availablerdquo says Susan Serra which is a factor that dovetails nicely with peoplersquos desire to create a more individual personalized kitchen Some of the newer materials designers are experimenting with include back-painted glass for seamless backs-plashes in custom colors metallic tiles and trims and Lumicor and 3Form resins which have materials such as leaves shells grass and more embed-ded in them ldquoThin stacked stone tiles are also becoming popular for back-splashes and glass in larger tiles or intricate mosaics continues to gain momentumrdquo says Jennifer Gilmer

INDUCTION COOKTOPSGas is still most peoplersquos

first choice but at the

higher end and for those

with electric these versatile

cooktops are gaining notice

ldquoTo me itrsquos a no-brainerrdquo

says Serra ldquoMy next cooktop

will be induction by choicerdquo

Induction cooktops which

use electromagnetic energy

are much more efficient than gas or even electric They

are also more responsive and precise allowing you to

instantly adjust the heat to a low simmer or a rolling boil

And they win high marks for safety because the heat is

transferred directly to the pot leaving the flat ceramic

glass cooktop cool to the touch and easy to clean

BEVERAGE CENTERS While refrigerator drawers

are rather pricey many

people are setting up

satellite beverage centers for

entertaining and to minimize

traffic in the main work area

These beverage centers

might include undercounter

refrigerators icemakers

wine coolers andor built-in

coffeeespresso makers

STEAM OR SPEED OVENSldquoSteam ovens can cook

by steam convection or

both and are also great for

warming and reheatingrdquo

explains Jennifer Gilmer

ldquoTheyrsquore ideal for steaming

healthy veggies fish even

pasta Steam combined with

convection cooks food that is moist inside and crispy

outsidemdashlike delicious roasted potatoesrdquo There are

also speed ovens made by manufacturers like Miele

and Sharp that combine a convection oven and

microwave ldquoThis makes a great space-saving second

ovenrdquo she notes

Herersquos what designers are starting to spec in cutting-edge kitchens

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the product itself Cambria is our number one quartz countertop not only because itrsquos an antimicrobial no-maintenance nonporous product but also because itrsquos made here in the US and doesnrsquot have to be shipped across the oceanrdquo says Kerr ldquoWersquore choosing floors that are sustainable such as cork bamboo and Marmoleum as well as wood because wood floors have a very very long lifetime Our cabinetmaker uses Agriboard which is made from agricultural byproducts such as wheat for the cabinet boxes and low-VOC finishes lsquoGreenrsquo can extend as far as choosing a foot pedal or motion-sensor faucet to reduce water use or recessing a compost bin into the countertoprdquo Designers in St Louis and New York however say environmental concerns are still on the periphery except in the area of energy efficiency Energy Star appliances WaterSense faucets and LED lighting are becoming must-haves for consumers who realize they can save money while also helping save the planet

distinctive materialsldquoThere is an explosion of new materials availablerdquo says Susan Serra which is a factor that dovetails nicely with peoplersquos desire to create a more individual personalized kitchen Some of the newer materials designers are experimenting with include back-painted glass for seamless backs-plashes in custom colors metallic tiles and trims and Lumicor and 3Form resins which have materials such as leaves shells grass and more embed-ded in them ldquoThin stacked stone tiles are also becoming popular for back-splashes and glass in larger tiles or intricate mosaics continues to gain momentumrdquo says Jennifer Gilmer

INDUCTION COOKTOPSGas is still most peoplersquos

first choice but at the

higher end and for those

with electric these versatile

cooktops are gaining notice

ldquoTo me itrsquos a no-brainerrdquo

says Serra ldquoMy next cooktop

will be induction by choicerdquo

Induction cooktops which

use electromagnetic energy

are much more efficient than gas or even electric They

are also more responsive and precise allowing you to

instantly adjust the heat to a low simmer or a rolling boil

And they win high marks for safety because the heat is

transferred directly to the pot leaving the flat ceramic

glass cooktop cool to the touch and easy to clean

BEVERAGE CENTERS While refrigerator drawers

are rather pricey many

people are setting up

satellite beverage centers for

entertaining and to minimize

traffic in the main work area

These beverage centers

might include undercounter

refrigerators icemakers

wine coolers andor built-in

coffeeespresso makers

STEAM OR SPEED OVENSldquoSteam ovens can cook

by steam convection or

both and are also great for

warming and reheatingrdquo

explains Jennifer Gilmer

ldquoTheyrsquore ideal for steaming

healthy veggies fish even

pasta Steam combined with

convection cooks food that is moist inside and crispy

outsidemdashlike delicious roasted potatoesrdquo There are

also speed ovens made by manufacturers like Miele

and Sharp that combine a convection oven and

microwave ldquoThis makes a great space-saving second

ovenrdquo she notes

Herersquos what designers are starting to spec in cutting-edge kitchens

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A dual-level Cambria countertop adds sculptural curves to this island The stacked stone wall fitted with a pizza oven provides rustic contrast

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In years to come the expanding kitchengreat room is going to make dining rooms obsolete believes Jennifer Gilmer

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JESSICA CAPSHAW OF ldquoGREYrsquoS ANATOMYrdquo WANTED A GUESTHOUSE TO DOUBLE AS A FAMILY SPACE CAMBRIA IS JUST WHAT THE DOCTOR ORDERED

When Jessica Capshaw and her husband Christopher Gavigan bought their 1927 Spanish Colonial home in Santa Monica

Calif in 2007 they got something else in the bargain a dilapidated garage slumped on a cracked concrete slab behind the house They lived with the eyesore for years while restoring the main house allowing the shack to ldquotell them what it wanted to berdquo ldquoWe always knew we were going to do something with it but we had to figure out what that wasrdquo says Jessica who plays the feisty pediatric surgeon Dr Arizona Robbins on ABCrsquos hit show ldquoGreyrsquos Anatomyrdquo and

is also known off-screen for her Hollywood lineage as actress Kate Capshawrsquos daughter and director Steven Spielbergrsquos stepdaughter Four years later Jessica and Christopher have their answer Their former eyesore has become a chic guesthouse that will double as an open airy play area for their son Luke three and daughter Eve seven months as they grow up It wasnrsquot easy to get to this point They began demolition in July 2010 scrapping 95 percent of the original structure and keeping only the footprint They completely re-landscaped the spacious back yard the concrete slab that had encroached on much of it was history

BY LOUISE MORGENSTERNPHOTOGRAPHER DOMINIQUE VORILLONSTYLIST KIM WONG

HAIR ROD ORTEGAMAKEUP JAMIE GREENBERG

LEFT Jessica cuddles with the kids in the guesthousersquos airy studio The wall of French doors behindthemopenstotheyardandpoolgivingthespaceanindoor-outdoorqualitythewholefamilylovesABOVEWithitsearth-toneldquoSussexrdquoCambriacountertopsreadytowithstandrepottingpruningandtrimmingaworkshopservesaspottingshedforflower-lovingJessicaVintage stool ladder watering cans and clay pots from Rolling Green Nursery

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JESSICA CAPSHAW OF ldquoGREYrsquoS ANATOMYrdquo WANTED A GUESTHOUSE TO DOUBLE AS A FAMILY SPACE CAMBRIA IS JUST WHAT THE DOCTOR ORDERED

When Jessica Capshaw and her husband Christopher Gavigan bought their 1927 Spanish Colonial home in Santa Monica

Calif in 2007 they got something else in the bargain a dilapidated garage slumped on a cracked concrete slab behind the house They lived with the eyesore for years while restoring the main house allowing the shack to ldquotell them what it wanted to berdquo ldquoWe always knew we were going to do something with it but we had to figure out what that wasrdquo says Jessica who plays the feisty pediatric surgeon Dr Arizona Robbins on ABCrsquos hit show ldquoGreyrsquos Anatomyrdquo and

is also known off-screen for her Hollywood lineage as actress Kate Capshawrsquos daughter and director Steven Spielbergrsquos stepdaughter Four years later Jessica and Christopher have their answer Their former eyesore has become a chic guesthouse that will double as an open airy play area for their son Luke three and daughter Eve seven months as they grow up It wasnrsquot easy to get to this point They began demolition in July 2010 scrapping 95 percent of the original structure and keeping only the footprint They completely re-landscaped the spacious back yard the concrete slab that had encroached on much of it was history

BY LOUISE MORGENSTERNPHOTOGRAPHER DOMINIQUE VORILLONSTYLIST KIM WONG

HAIR ROD ORTEGAMAKEUP JAMIE GREENBERG

LEFT Jessica cuddles with the kids in the guesthousersquos airy studio The wall of French doors behindthemopenstotheyardandpoolgivingthespaceanindoor-outdoorqualitythewholefamilylovesABOVEWithitsearth-toneldquoSussexrdquoCambriacountertopsreadytowithstandrepottingpruningandtrimmingaworkshopservesaspottingshedforflower-lovingJessicaVintage stool ladder watering cans and clay pots from Rolling Green Nursery

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Now light floods the 950-square-foot guesthouse through three large skylights making the white walls and whitewashed ceilings glow Overhead a hefty beam bisects the soaring 15-foot cathedral ceiling in the living space dubbed ldquothe studiordquo Along the main wall four sets of French doors open to the backyard A newly built outdoor banquette surrounds a fire pit filled with volcanic rock a small stand of olive trees shades one area beyond a pool shimmers Adjacent to the studio is a guest bedroom and pristine all-white bath as well as a pocket ldquokitchen barrdquo In a compact space it manages to house a sink under-counter refrigerator and dove-gray cabinet topped with Sussex gray Cambria counters perfect for the needs of weekendmdashor weeklongmdashguests Through a separate entrance on the other side of the guesthouse is a small potting shed and workshop also fitted with a sink shelves and Cambria counters In a stroke of genius Jessica and Christopher decided to build a cozy loft for extra sleepover space above the studio safely tucked away behind banisters On an outside wall begonia climbs up a corner next to

an open-air copper shower with an oversized rainfall showerhead The highest praise Because it took its exterior cues in color detail and trim from the main house the structure looks as if it has always been there Jessica barefoot and dressed casually in white jeans and striped top points out that while the guesthouse will obviously see its share of visitors children will be its main inhabitants day to day ldquoWe wanted to have a safe place where the kids could play and bring their friendsrdquo she says ldquoThe loft space is for sleepovers and such And with the refrigerator the kids can grab drinks and snacksrdquo Christopher envisions the studio as a space for family entertaining as well as whatever the kids dream up playing music art projects putting on plays There will be a 60-inch flat-screen television on one wall for movie-viewing parties and impromptu summer evening screenings ldquoWe can open up the French doors all the way the kids can sit outside on the lawn and it will be like having a drive-in movierdquo explains Jessica clearly delighted at the prospect Christopher 37 is an entrepreneur and former executive director of Healthy Child Healthy World

IntheguesthousersquosmainlivingspacebrightcolorshandwoventextilesandoversizedupholsterymaketheroomcomfyandcasualAnantiquebarnladderleadsthewaytoldquoLukersquosLoftrdquoSustainable furniture and accessories from Cisco Home Susani throw Duet Interior Collections Art Rolling Greens Nursery George Peterson wood bowl from OK

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A spacious outdoor banquette surrounds the pool as well as a volcanic outdoor fire pit for cooler evenings mdashfor California living at its best

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JessicaandChristopherenjoypajamatimewithLukethreeandEvesevenmonthsonweekendmorningsInthemainhousethestunningfloorsaremadeofipewoodasustainablyharvestedBrazilianwoodimportedfromWashingtonStateBarefeetorslippersarederigueurinthehousetokeeppollutantsfrombeingtrackedinside

OPPOSITEThe25rsquox12rsquonon-chlorinepoolisforplaybutitalsoservesasChristopherrsquosldquoexerciseroomrdquoequippedwithaRiverFlowsystembyCurrentSystemsthatsuppliesresistanceforlapswimmingCeramic garden stool from Potted See Design patterned pillows from Brentwood General Store

a nonprofit dedicated to inspiring parents to protect their children from harmful chemicals (see page 32 for more information) and the author of Healthy Child Healthy World Creating a Cleaner Greener Safer Home Both Jessica and Christopher believe that children are uniquely vulnerable to toxic exposure They are dedicated to raising awareness on the subject and maintain a chemical-free household themselves It was important to them that the new guesthouse not just be pretty but also built carefully and consciously using healthy safe and eco-friendly materials and processes And there was one more requirement ldquoI embrace the idea that we have to live sustainablyrdquo explains Jessica ldquobut I am also eternally about aesthetics and things looking beautifulrdquo That caveat led the couple to Minnesota-based Cambria ldquoWhen Chris brought the Cambria book home I couldnrsquot believe such a beautiful product also met all of our environmental criteriardquo says Jessica The couple chose Cambria for the guesthousersquos stylish gray

counters in the kitchen and workshop as well as the crisp white shower wall and sink in the bath The material meets all the stringent requirements they had set It is completely natural made domestically with no chemical sealers (and wonrsquot ever need any) food-safe and stain-resistant It is certified for both GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality and GREENGUARD for Children and Schools In addition to the product itself they were taken with the companyrsquos deep commitment to sustainability which matched their own ldquoI was incredibly impressed with how they conduct themselvesrdquo remarks Christopher ldquohow they reuse water in their own facilities how they recycle their own materials It was an easy choicerdquo For her part Jessica at one time referred to herself as ldquoa different shade of green than Christopherrdquo but if that was ever true she has made up for lost time ldquoI started recycling and went up from thererdquo she says The couple now composts uses only environmentally safe products and insists shoes be removed at the door

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to keep petroleum resins and other chemicals at bay They avoid furnishings mattresses and carpets that contain VOCs (volatile organic compounds) such as formaldehyde that can release toxins into the air They put their commitment into practice every day The childrenrsquos toys are free of PVC BPA lead and phthalates The pool is chlorine-free and uses an ozone filter system Jessica feels that families are making progress however gradual in learning how to remove toxins from their lives ldquoPeople are starting to understand what they need to do to live sustainably even on a small levelrdquo she says

The couple also subscribes to the notion that reusing something is as green as you can get They searched for salvaged or recycled materials for example reusing an original cast iron sink from the 1920s in the workshop They also scooped up scraps of dinged red and white ldquoutility oakrdquo from flooring companies that were discarding them By crafting the scraps into an ingenious herringbone pattern they managed to create a custom floor throughout the house from these bits and pieces Personal touches add to the overall appeal A barn ladder from Missouri Jessicarsquos home state provides access to the loft

Born in Columbia Mo to parents who were educators Jessica moved to New York City when she was three so her mother Kate Capshaw a special education teacher could pursue a career in modeling and acting Her parents split up shortly afterward ldquoWe had to move around a lot

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to keep petroleum resins and other chemicals at bay They avoid furnishings mattresses and carpets that contain VOCs (volatile organic compounds) such as formaldehyde that can release toxins into the air They put their commitment into practice every day The childrenrsquos toys are free of PVC BPA lead and phthalates The pool is chlorine-free and uses an ozone filter system Jessica feels that families are making progress however gradual in learning how to remove toxins from their lives ldquoPeople are starting to understand what they need to do to live sustainably even on a small levelrdquo she says

The couple also subscribes to the notion that reusing something is as green as you can get They searched for salvaged or recycled materials for example reusing an original cast iron sink from the 1920s in the workshop They also scooped up scraps of dinged red and white ldquoutility oakrdquo from flooring companies that were discarding them By crafting the scraps into an ingenious herringbone pattern they managed to create a custom floor throughout the house from these bits and pieces Personal touches add to the overall appeal A barn ladder from Missouri Jessicarsquos home state provides access to the loft

Born in Columbia Mo to parents who were educators Jessica moved to New York City when she was three so her mother Kate Capshaw a special education teacher could pursue a career in modeling and acting Her parents split up shortly afterward ldquoWe had to move around a lot

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A tree swing is the perfect place to rock baby Eve or let Luke find his wings

as my mother took acting jobsrdquo Jessica recalls In 1983 Steven Spielberg cast Kate in ldquoIndiana Jones and the Temple of Doomrdquo and eight years later the two married Jessica is now part of an extended clan that includes five biological and adopted siblings On being part of such a high-visibility family Jessica says simply ldquoIt doesnrsquot feel any different from anyone elsersquos family My parents just happen to be people strangers would knowrdquo Jessica graduated from Brown University in 1998 with a degree in English and studied at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts in London She made her way through a series of guest appearances on TV shows and acted in several minor films before her big break in 2002 Playing ambitious Harvard grad Jamie Stringer in ldquoThe Practicerdquo she stayed with the series until it ended in 2004 More guest-starring roles followed including in 2009 the intractable but charming Dr Robbins on ldquoGreyrsquos Anatomyrdquo She joined the cast as a series regular the following season With the show on hiatus for the summer Jessica gets a break from the grueling 10- to 18-hour-a-day schedule she keeps when the series is shooting On weekends family life tends to be a low-key affair built around nap schedulesmdashand relaxation for the grown-ups ldquoWe stay in pajamas as long as possible and hang out in the yard ldquo says Jessica ldquoWe live 18 blocks from the beach so we might go there come back for lunch then pop the kids in bed for a naprdquo Recently Luke an animated blond charmer helped his mother plant the familyrsquos raised organic vegetable garden (pesticide-free of course) ldquoWe put in strawberries mint parsley cilantro carrots lettuce and even corn which I thought was kind of ambitious but wersquoll seerdquo says Jessica Whatever Jessica and her family undertake they put sustainability and health first During the course of building their guesthouse they were happy to see they had company in that mission ldquoThe good news is that there are folks like Cambria in the world doing the right kind of workrdquo says Christopher ldquoItrsquos like an insurance policy Yoursquore investing in your childrsquos futurerdquo

The 1927 Spanish Colonial had been occupiedby only two previous owners before Jessicaand Christopher bought it in 2007 A 14-monthrenovationbroughtitupto21st-centurystandards

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HEALTHY CHILDA Chicago showhouse demonstrates how anyone can

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HEALTHY HOMEcreate a healthier (and more beautiful) home

Photography by Bob Coscarelli

Styled by Diane Ewing

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HEALTHY CHILDA Chicago showhouse demonstrates how anyone can

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HEALTHY HOMEcreate a healthier (and more beautiful) home

Photography by Bob Coscarelli

Styled by Diane Ewing

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hether your home more closely resembles a quiet sanctuary or a three-ring circus there is one role

we all want our homes to playmdashthat of security blanket These days that means more than just

safety whether or not our homes are healthy has become increasingly important as well What

exactly constitutes a ldquohealthyrdquo home can be confusing and overwhelming however Thatrsquos where

the Healthy Home showhouse comes in It was designed to make those decisions both visible and

simple Created by Healthy Child Healthy World a Chicago-based nonprofit organization dedicated

to promoting cleaner greener and healthier indoor environments the house was designed using

the latest green technology and healthy materials to show families they can create a home thatrsquos

not only safe but stylish as well

From pesticides lurking in our manicured lawns to chemicals from plastics leaching into our food to volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from paints stains and sealers filling the air we breathe no one can afford to assume that their home is always a healthy place to live The Environmental Protection Agency estimates that indoor pollutants can be two to five times higher than those outdoorsmdasha sobering sta-tistic when you consider that people spend approximately 90 percent of their time indoors The genesis of Healthy Child Healthy World began nearly twenty years ago when founders Nancy and James Chuda sadly and unexpectedly lost their four-year-old daughter Colette to cancer Convinced the disease was the result of some kind of environmental exposure the Chudas have dedicated their lives to sponsoring scientific studies on environmental risks to children research that eventually linked Colettersquos cancer to Nancyrsquos exposure to pesticides while pregnant

Victoria Di Iorio Healthy Child Healthy Worldrsquos education out-reach coordinator decided there would be no better way to educate people about how to create a healthier home than to build one from scratch using the healthiest materials and processes both indoors and out Last fall that idea came to fruition when Healthy Child Healthy World opened the doors to the Healthy Home showhouse This five-bedroom 5800-square-foot house in suburban Chicago is the first home in the country to be built according to the GREEN-GUARD Environmental Institutersquos Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) standards for residential construction In addition an advisory board of six experts in environmental design drew up new Healthy Interiors Guidelines to guide the selection of the homersquos design ele-ments and furnishings During the homersquos six-month-long exhibi-tion period the Healthy Home hosted numerous public tours builder forums and educational visits from design and architectural industry groups spreading the word about how to make homes healthier

By Reed Richardson

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OVERLEAF The Healthy Home kitchen features numerous environmentally-friendly design elements including GREENGUARD-certified Cambria countertops low-VOC paints and stains on the cabinets furniture made without added chemicals and lighting fixtures manufactured within 30 miles of the house

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VOLATILE ORGANIC COMPOUNDS Organic chemicals such as formaldehyde acetone and isopropyl alcohol that are widely used in thousands of household products from paints and lacquers to industrial glues and adhesives to cleaning supplies According to the EPA VOCs have been linked to both short- and long-term adverse health effects such as eye nose and throat irritation headaches nausea and liver kidney and nervous system damage For more information on VOCs go to wwwepagoviaqvochtml

GREENGUARD A nonprofit environmental institute founded in 2001 GREENGUARD advocates for better indoor air quality and reduced exposure to chemicals and pollutants through the promotion of healthy sustainable building standards GREENGUARD also certifies products (such as Cambria) for low chemical emissions testing for more than 10000 chemicals to ensure that products are safe and healthy for indoor environments Visit wwwgreenguardorg

OFF-GAS This is the process by which VOCs slowly evaporate into the air from solid and liquid products In some cases off-gassing can continue virtually undetected for years after a product is purchased and installed exposing consumers to ongoing health risks

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The kitchenrsquos energy-saving induction range left and vent hood are Energy-Star-rated the backsplash tiles from Ann Sacks below are made from recycled materials Cambria countertops were used in the kitchen and pantry right Benjamin Moorersquos zero-VOC Natura paints were used through-out the house including the rich red in the sitting room below right

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Avoid pesticides Eliminate pesticides from your lawn care to lessen exposure to chemicals that have been linked to diseases such as asthma and some forms of cancer Take off your shoes when you come inside the house to avoid tracking in pesticide and pollutant residues

Use nontoxic products Try using homemade cleansers made from vinegar and baking soda or green alternatives to harsh cleansers And look for products like Cambria which donrsquot require chemical cleansers or sealants to maintain them

Improve indoor air quality Take a few minutes each day to open your homersquos windows even in winter for better ventilation Adding more houseplants to your home will also help recycle stale air

Eat whole foods Create a wholesome diet built around simple unprocessed foods that are free of preservatives pesticides and hormones

Be choosy about containers Avoid plastic food and drink containers which can leach chemicals into your food especially when microwaving Instead try to serve store and reheat foods and beverages using glass or stainless steel products

5 EASY STEPS YOU CAN TAKE RIGHT NOW

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The Chicago-based Susan Fredman Design Group designed the homersquos interiors and furnishings ldquoWe approached this as if we were designing a traditional home for a family with childrenrdquo says Fred-man designer Ruth Delf ldquoWe wanted to create a feeling of luxury and comfort and not have it be the typical granola-style design you see in a lot of green homesrdquo The Healthy Home project features pes-ticide-free landscaping outside the house and natural and untreated materials inside it with a particular emphasis on minimizing the amount of chemicals stains and glues on furnishings and choosing low and no-VOC paints and finishes

When it came time to choose countertop surfaces for the home Di Iorio says the one product that satisfied all of their rigorous cri-teria was Cambria ldquoIt really is the best of the best Not only is it GREENGUARD-certified safe for food preparation its manufac-turing process is environmentally responsible and itrsquos made here in the United States The fact that Cambria never needs a sealer elimi-nates any worries about VOCs a huge plus for a healthy homerdquo Co-designer Kathy Hoffman notes that she normally doesnrsquot choose just one product for all the countertop surfaces in a home ldquoBecause of all the choices Cambria affords designers in terms of colors edge profiles

This childrenrsquos playroom above features a multicolor pinstriped natural-fiber area rug which adds warmth to the room without worries of chemical off-gassing from the glues used to install wall-to-wall carpets

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backsplash designs and stone patterns we had no problem using it through-out the entire houserdquo she explains ldquoIt really is the perfect example of a prod-uct that is green healthy and beautifulrdquo The house isnrsquot just about new or high-tech materials however it also fea-tures many antiques ldquoThey are obviously green because itrsquos reusing some-thing already maderdquo explains Hoffman ldquoPlus you know that any paint or stains used on them have long since off-gassed They can add a feeling of style and age that you donrsquot always find in newer homesrdquo She also points out the use of area rugs which add warmth to a room without the concerns about adhesives that often accompany wall-to-wall carpet installation ldquoThe rugs we chose were not only luxuriousrdquo she says ldquothey were also green and healthy made from all-natural wool and silk and colored using vegetable dyesrdquo In other words you really can have it all says Delf ldquoThe message here is that there are lots of stylish healthy and green choices out there that anyone can use in their next home project or renovationrdquo Perhaps the best proof of this are the things one didnrsquot notice in the Healthy Home ldquoIt was really refreshing to walk into a new home and not smell any chemical odors from paints glues or stainsrdquo notes Hoffman ldquoDuring tours of the home we specifi-cally had to point out the green features because they didnrsquot intrude on the overall design It just felt like a warm comfortable family homerdquo Make that a warm comfortable and healthy family home

raquo When updating or designing a kitchen look for energy-efficient and healthy products like Energy Star appliances WaterSense faucets and nonporous GREENGUARD-certified countertop surfaces such as Cambria

raquo For an alternative to paints stains and conventional wallpaper try natural wall coverings such as grass hemp or clay These can give a room a cozy earthy feel and are chemical-free If you paint walls or stain kitchen cabinets choose a product that is low- to no-VOC or low-formaldehyde

raquo Reclaimed hardwood floorsmdashalso with a low- or no-VOC finishmdashwill last a century or more and can be resanded and refinished as needed

raquo Choose window treatments made from organic fabrics that allow in plenty of natural light to reduce energy costs But consider pairing them with heavier interlined curtains that can be used during the cold winter months to retain heat

raquo New low-e windows will save energy and reduce heating and cooling costs but they can make a house so airtight that you donrsquot get enough fresh ventilation Consider investing in an ERVmdashenergy recovery ventilation systemmdashto bring in fresh air and improve indoor air quality A screened-in porch also offers well-ventilated living space naturally

raquo Basements should be waterproofed with regular use of a dehumidifier to prevent the buildup of toxic mold

raquo Visit wwwhealthyhome2010com and click on ldquoProductsrdquo and ldquoResourcesrdquo for detailed listings and explanations of all the healthy products and materials used in the showhouse Keep up with the latest research and resources at wwwhealthychildorg

DESIGNING A HEALTHIER HOME

The ultra-deep overflowing Kohler SOK bathtub which is WaterSense certified is ensconced within a luxurious tub surround of Cambria quartz

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PERFECT(Confused about pairing beer and wine with food

by Michael AgnewCertified CiceroneA PERFECT PINT

THIRST QUENCHER

312 Urban Wheat Goose Island Brewing CoSmooth bready sweetness is followed by a zippy but gently spicy hop bite while whiffs of citrus float in the background

PACK FOR A PICNIC

Eliot Ness Amber Lager Great Lakes Brewing Co Sweet caramel and toasted bread crust dominate with moderate bitterness to balance A crisp dry finish keeps it light and drinkable

GREAT FOR GRILLING

Oasis Tallgrass Brewing Co Grassy hops are the star of this Extra Special Bitter (ESB) but not enough to hide the rich caramel-malt backbone Refreshing yet bold enough to stand up to grilled meats

ROMANTIC GETAWAY

30th Anniversary Charlie Fred and Kenrsquos Bock Sierra Nevada Brewing Co Big and dripping with caramel and honey with light notes of citrus Spicy hops bring it to an agreeably bitter crescendo The elegant cork-finished bottle adds to the romance

EVENING SIPPER

Glissade Sierra Nevada Brewing Co Herbal almost minty hops offer a fresh counterpoint to the honey-tinged malt Itrsquos just bitter enough to keep it from seeming too sweet

beer Start with intensity Lighter foods need lighter beers More flavor-intensive foods require heavier beers Be sure to consider the whole preparation not just the main ingredient Sauces and spices can easily turn that lightweight grilled chicken breast into a heavyweight

Consider light and dark By ldquolightrdquo and ldquodarkrdquo I donrsquot mean color Irsquom talking about the quality of flavors in both the dish and the dram Light flavors are bright and refreshing with a touch of acidity like fish with fruit salsa These foods call for dry crisp beers with those same fresh fruity and spicy qualities Koumllsch pilsner wheat beers and citrusy pale ales Dark-flavored foods are redolent with roast toast and earthy savory goodness such as mushroom risotto These foods pair well with dark flavored beers like porters bocks and funky biegraveres de garde

Look for complements and contrasts The sweet caramelized maltiness of a German doppelbock is a great complement to roasted sweet potatoes or baked winter squash Salty foods do well with the contrasting fruitiness and light citric acidity of a hefeweizen

Hops intensify heat malt calms it down As a general rule bitter beers with high levels of hop flavor will pump up the volume on spicy foods while sweeter malt-balanced beers envelop them in a flame-taming blanket

Carbonation and hops clear the palate Like acidity in wine carbonation and hops in beer will clear away the tongue-coating fat of rich foods and creamy cheese They leave your palate clean for the next bite

5 Great Summer Beer Picks

Snap this code for ldquoThe Perfect Pourrdquo with your favorite beer Go to getneoreadercom on your smartphone or visit wwwcambriastylecomsummer2011

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5 Super Summer Wine Picks

( PAIRINGSTry these quick tips and yoursquoll be pairing like a pro

by Leslee MillerWine Sommelier

AMUSEacuteE

Donrsquot choose wines based on the color of your food Just because yoursquore having fish doesnrsquot mean you have to drink white and red meat doesnrsquot mean you should always reach for red wine Consider the preparation of your food as well as any sauces Light flavors and broiled or grilled meats and fishes work well with whites but blackened or Cajun fish or a lively chile sauce will point you more toward red A Pacific Northwest Pinot goes beautifully with a cedar-planked salmon and a thick rich Napa Chardonnay can stand up to a charbroiled Porterhouse steak

What grows together goes together This rule of thumb is an easy way to create natural pairings If yoursquore making a classic Tuscan dish why not pair it with a classic Tuscan wine such as a Sangiovese

or Chianti And if yoursquore selecting a cheese from a particular region choose a wine from the same area

Serve wines with dishes that feature similar flavors The best way to approach this is often to check the back label If it says ldquobright green and grassyrdquo for example serve something like-minded like a fresh green-bean salad

Still not sure Want a little more guidance (or a great hostess gift) Pick up a copy of What to Drink With What You Eat by Andrew Dornenberg and Karen Page This is one of the best references on food and wine (and beer and spirits) pairings From Cheetos to Chateaubriand this book has you covered

THIRST QUENCHER

Ameztoi TxakolinaThis Spanish favorite is zippy zesty and vibrant lovely paired with a fresh summer salad or all by itself $18ndash$22

PEOPLE PLEASER

Ponzi Vineyardsrsquo Pinot GrisKnow someone whorsquos on the fence about wine This is a no-fail palatable people-pleaser round with notes of sun-kissed summer fruit yet crisp $16ndash$18

GREAT FOR GRILLING

Zero Manipulation by Peterson WinerySmokinrsquo hot charred and right off the grill deserves a wine with similar attributes This dark-fruited mouthful is a combination of Carignan Petite Sirah Syrah and Zinfandel I love it $15ndash$17

ROMANTIC GETAWAY

Franciacorta Brut from Carsquo del BoscoSurprise that special someone with a bombshell bubbly from the Lombardy region of Italy This sparkles with a full rich luxurious palate $35ndash$41

PACK FOR A PICNIC

ForeFront by Pine Ridge Pinot NoirI really enjoy this price-friendly Pinot from Napa Valleymdasha slightly smoked-cherry supple red $19ndash$23

wine

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Snap this code for great tips on which wine gadgets are worth the

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wwwcambriastylecomsummer2011

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FARMERSrsquo MARKET

BRING BAGS Keep farmersrsquo costs to a minimum (and be green) by coming prepared with baskets totes or small containers for the most delicate produce

GO EARLY The day begins with the best selection and the best parking spots Supplies are limited for in-demand itemsmdashlike first-of-the-season tomatoes and strawberriesmdashso be prepared to beat the crowd

TAKE A LAP Whatrsquos in season this week Whorsquos that new vendor Whorsquos selling similar productsmdashand whatrsquos the difference Chart a course to pick up the items needing refrigeration last

ACCEPT IMPERFECTIONS If you demand flawless conformity in your food stick with the robo-produce offered by giant supermarket chains But for the best flavor from the freshest source look past the little holes in the lettuce leaves and choose local

ASK ABOUT THE SOURCE Farmers are usually more than happy to tell you how and where their products were grown Ask for a farmerrsquos email or phone number if you have questions that canrsquot be answered in the bustle of the market Be suspicious of goods that seem odd for your climate or carry telltale source stickers

ACCEPT THAT YOU MAY PAY A BIT MORE Small farmers canrsquot beat the large discount chainsrsquo pricesmdashtheyrsquore not getting rich off farmersrsquo markets Yoursquore eating fresher and helping to sustain the local food supply chain If a product is beyond your budget wait a week Prices come down if supplies grow

TRY SOMETHING NEW Chef Seth Caswell says he loves the surprises he finds at markets in the Northwest from obscure apple varieties to lesser-known breeds of cherries and cranberries grown for the export market Not sure how to prepare something Ask the farmer for ideas

So many tables so many offeringsmdashwhere to begin It can be intimidating to enter a farmersrsquo market with artisanal this and organic grass-fed that But the reality is much more simple just trust your nose and taste buds and follow a few basic rules to be a friend to your local farmers and get the most from your visit

TIPS FOR FORAGING

NAVIGATING THE

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Find farm-fresh food near you

Find a farmersrsquo market or CSA At wwwLocalHarvestorg you can search by city state or ZIP Code for a farmersrsquo market or CSA (Community Supported Agriculture farm) near you CSAs are tak-ing off all over the countrymdashbuy a share and work a few hours to take home a box of local produce from spring to fall

Add an App For $299 the Locavore iPhone App can pinpoint the markets closest to you and even show whatrsquos in season and whatrsquos coming soon

Friend your farmers Many farms on Facebook are giving on-the-ground reports from the birth of spring lambs and the ups and downs of weather to previews of whatrsquos ready to go to market

FOLLOW THE PROS

Seth CaswellChef and owner emmerampryeSeattle 206-282-0680wwwemmerandryecom

WHERE HE SHOPS University District Market Ballard Market Queen Anne Farmersrsquo Market Columbia City Farmersrsquo Market Phinney Ridge Market

FAVORITE SEASONAL ITEMS The all-too-brief strawberry season Washingtonrsquos diverse array of apples purple orange and green cauliflowers a gigantic banana squash

COOLEST THING FOUND From the Northwestrsquos Hmong and Japanese-American small-scale farmers locally grown tamarind ginger root bamboo shoots and bok choy

Marc BrownGoldChefmanager Swarthmore Food Co-op Swarthmore PAwwwswarthmorecoop

WHERE HE SHOPS Blooming Glen CSA Doylestown Farmersrsquo Market Swarthmore Farmersrsquo Market Stockton (NJ) Farmersrsquo Market

FAVORITE SEASONAL ITEMS Solebury Farmsrsquo white peaches None Such Farmrsquos white corn wild ramps (also known as wild leeks)

COOLEST THING FOUND Spring yellow and Vidalia onions from Blooming Glen ldquoThey have a sweet pungency especially when you grill them Irsquove never seen or tasted anything like themrdquo

Daniel DarvellExecutive chefculinary director Kitchen WindowMinneapolis 612-824-4417 wwwkitchenwindowcom

WHERE HE SHOPS Minneapolis Farmersrsquo Market St Paul Farmersrsquo Market Hmong markets in Minneapolisrsquos Frogtown district The Bistro Farm CSA (Clear Lake Wisconsin)

FAVORITE SEASONAL ITEMS Hmong farmersrsquo flowers fingerling potatoes fresh out of the ground Harrelson apples and during a short spring window mdashramps He puts them in compound butters in eggs and even pickles them

COOLEST THING FOUND Four pounds of really small gherkins which he pickled to make his own cornichons

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Find farm-fresh food near you

Find a farmersrsquo market or CSA At wwwLocalHarvestorg you can search by city state or ZIP Code for a farmersrsquo market or CSA (Community Supported Agriculture farm) near you CSAs are tak-ing off all over the countrymdashbuy a share and work a few hours to take home a box of local produce from spring to fall

Add an App For $299 the Locavore iPhone App can pinpoint the markets closest to you and even show whatrsquos in season and whatrsquos coming soon

Friend your farmers Many farms on Facebook are giving on-the-ground reports from the birth of spring lambs and the ups and downs of weather to previews of whatrsquos ready to go to market

FOLLOW THE PROS

Seth CaswellChef and owner emmerampryeSeattle 206-282-0680wwwemmerandryecom

WHERE HE SHOPS University District Market Ballard Market Queen Anne Farmersrsquo Market Columbia City Farmersrsquo Market Phinney Ridge Market

FAVORITE SEASONAL ITEMS The all-too-brief strawberry season Washingtonrsquos diverse array of apples purple orange and green cauliflowers a gigantic banana squash

COOLEST THING FOUND From the Northwestrsquos Hmong and Japanese-American small-scale farmers locally grown tamarind ginger root bamboo shoots and bok choy

Marc BrownGoldChefmanager Swarthmore Food Co-op Swarthmore PAwwwswarthmorecoop

WHERE HE SHOPS Blooming Glen CSA Doylestown Farmersrsquo Market Swarthmore Farmersrsquo Market Stockton (NJ) Farmersrsquo Market

FAVORITE SEASONAL ITEMS Solebury Farmsrsquo white peaches None Such Farmrsquos white corn wild ramps (also known as wild leeks)

COOLEST THING FOUND Spring yellow and Vidalia onions from Blooming Glen ldquoThey have a sweet pungency especially when you grill them Irsquove never seen or tasted anything like themrdquo

Daniel DarvellExecutive chefculinary director Kitchen WindowMinneapolis 612-824-4417 wwwkitchenwindowcom

WHERE HE SHOPS Minneapolis Farmersrsquo Market St Paul Farmersrsquo Market Hmong markets in Minneapolisrsquos Frogtown district The Bistro Farm CSA (Clear Lake Wisconsin)

FAVORITE SEASONAL ITEMS Hmong farmersrsquo flowers fingerling potatoes fresh out of the ground Harrelson apples and during a short spring window mdashramps He puts them in compound butters in eggs and even pickles them

COOLEST THING FOUND Four pounds of really small gherkins which he pickled to make his own cornichons

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perfectionCome summer the best cooking is done outdoors on the grill with dishes that make the most of the seasonrsquos fresh bounty whether itrsquos from your garden or the local farmstand Try these flavor-full recipes created exclusively for us by Daniel Darvell executive chef and culinary director of Kitchen Window in Minneapolis

Summertime Goose Island Brewing Co This Koumllsch-style beer is crisp and refreshing Great with summer salads or grilled fish

Tallgrass Oasis Higher alcohol and fuller body make this an Extra Special Bitter (ESB) good with roasted meats like the pork chops

Vina Mayor Tinto Roble Spain This Tempranillorsquos supple smoked cherry and vanilla tannins snuggle up to smoky grilled peppers

Archery Summit Premier Cuveacutee Pinot Noir The dark berry fruit of this sexy Pinot from Willamette Valley Oregon pairs lusciously with the pork chops

Method

1 Preheat a grill with both high heat and low heat zones

2 Bring a medium pot of water to boil and prepare a medium- size bowl of ice water

3 Blanch the broccoli rabe in boiling water for 12 seconds Quickly remove the broccoli rabe and transfer to the bowl of ice water

4 When the broccoli rabe is cool remove from the ice water and squeeze out any remaining water from the broccoli rabe

5 Place the broccoli rabe in a food processor along with the garlic and Parmesan Add approximately 13 cup of oil the juice of 12 a lemon 1 12 teaspoons kosher salt and 12 teaspoon of pepper

6 Blend the mixture until incorporated

7 Taste and adjust seasonings as needed

8 Season the pork chops with sea salt and smoked pepper

9 Sear the pork chops on both sides over high heat approxi-mately 3-4 minutes per side Transfer the chops to the low heat zone on the grill and cook until the center reaches 145˚F Remove the chops from the grill and let rest for 5-10 minutes

10 Before serving top each pork chop with a few tablespoons of the broccoli rabe pistou

What to Drink

Snap this code for a wine and beer pairings video from sommelier Leslee Miller and cicerone Michael Agnew Go to getneoreadercom on your smartphone or visit wwwcambriastylecomsummer2011

Frenched Pork Chop with Broccoli Rabe PistouPistou is a Provenccedilal sauce similar to pesto made with summer vegetables olive oil and garlic Here it adds piquant flavor to grilled pork chops ldquoFrenchedrdquo pork chops have the meat cut away from the end of the bone like a rack of lamb but any good pork chops will do

Ingredients

4 8-ounce bone-in pork chopsGray sea saltSmoked black pepper

Pistou

4 cups broccoli rabe 4 cloves garlic12 cup Parmesan grated13 cup extra virgin olive oilLemon juiceKosher saltBlack pepper

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Lotus Root Salad with Cucumber and ShallotsMethod1 Combine vinegar water sugar salt and bird chili in a sauce

pot and bring to a boil2 In a large bowl add 6 cups of cold water and the juice of 2

lemons3 Lightly scrub the lotus roots under cold running water Trim

and discard both ends of the root Peel the lotus root and immediately plunge into lemon water

4 Taking one root at a time slice crosswise into 18-inch-thick disks Return sliced disks to lemon water

5 When the pickling liquid has come to a boil drain the water from the lotus root and combine the root cucumber and shallot into a heat-proof container

6 Pour pickling liquid over lotus root cucumber ribbons and shallots then cool in a refrigerator for 2-3 hours until fully chilled

Makes 6-8 servings

Ingredients

2 lemons juiced2 pounds lotus root (available at Asian markets or some farmersrsquo markets) 14 cup shallots sliced thin (2-3 shallots) 1 pound cucumbers peeled into ribbons or sliced into coins (2-3 medium cucumbers)

PICKLING LIQUID

1 cup rice vinegar3 cups water1 cup sugar2 tablespoons kosher salt1 red bird chili cut in half

Showcase the lacy sil-houette of the lotus root in this simple salad Lotus root is available in Asian markets or farmersrsquo markets with Hmong or Cambodian vendors Itrsquos crunchy in texture with a sweet-tangy flavor the lemon water will keep it from turning brown until you pickle it

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Honey-Ricotta Cheesecake Using fresh ricotta from a farmersrsquo market or artisanal cheese shop (I like Minnesotarsquos Star Thrower Farm) rather than commercially packaged ricotta makes all the difference in the taste and texture of this light fresh cheesecake Ingredients

8 ounces graham cracker crumbs6 tablespoons unsalted butter melted12 ounces fresh ricotta drained 1 pound Neufchacirctel or cream cheese room temperature34 cup sugar14 cup orange blossom honey1 teaspoon orange zest4 large eggs

Method

1 Preheat the oven to 325˚ F

2 In a food processor combine the melted butter and graham cracker crumbs Firmly press the crumb mixture in the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan

3 In a clean food processor blend the ricotta and Neufchacirctel until smooth Add the sugar honey and orange zest and process until evenly incorporated Add the eggs and pulse just until blended

4 Pour the cheese mixture into the graham cracker crust in the springform pan Place the springform pan into a large roasting pan Add enough warm water into the roasting pan to come halfway up the sides of the springform pan

5 Bake until the center of the cake moves slightly when the pan is gently shaken about 1 hour and 35 minutes (the cake will firm up more after refrigeration)

6 Transfer the cake to a cooling rack and allow to cool for 1 hour then transfer to a refrigerator and chill for a minimum of 4 hours

Makes 8 servings

Grilled Garden-Vegetable Stuffed PoblanosIngredients

3 poblano peppers halved34 teaspoon kosher salt12 teaspoon smoked black pepper1 red bell pepper grilled then finely diced1 yellow bell pepper grilled then finely diced1 green bell pepper grilled then finely diced1 yellow onion sliced into 12 -inch slices grilled then finely diced1 zucchini sliced into 14-inch-thick planks grilled then finely diced1 yellow squash sliced into 14-inch-thick planks grilled then finely diced3 ears corn husk removed grilled then stripped3 Roma tomatoes seeded 14-inch diced4 tablespoons butter melted2 cloves garlic pressed2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs (such as basil thyme parsley oregano)1 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs)1 cup jack cheese grated12 cup Parmesan cheese grated Oil (grapeseed safflower or canola)

Method

1 Prepare grill Soak hickory wood chips or chunks for 30 minutes Preheat grill to medium high with wood chips in smoker box

2 Cut poblanos in half lengthwise right through the stem leaving some of the stem attached to each half Cut out the cores and remove the seeds and ribs from the interior Season the inside of the pepper with salt and smoked black pepper

3 Grill bell peppers onions squash and corn over medium heat then dice

4 Combine bell peppers onions squash corn tomatoes butter garlic herbs breadcrumbs and cheeses in a bowl and toss

5 Lightly coat the outside of the poblanos with oil

6 Fill poblano peppers with mixture

7 Grill over indirect heat until peppers are cooked and filling is heated about 20 minutes

Makes 6 servings

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This spring Cambria unveiled new colors and the Waterstone Collection This collection inspired by the fluidity and movement of water over stone is reminiscent of the classic look of marble and granite with all the benefits of Cambria with its strength and maintenance-free surface The second color launch in six months these new colors once again prove Cambriarsquos commit-ment to offering the widest color selection in the industry including colors and styles not found anywhere else

As part of a new

partnership with

legendary country music drummer WS Hol-

land a longtime member of Johnny Cashrsquos

band Cambria is teaming up with Nashvillersquos

landmark radio station WSM-

AM the broadcast home of

the Grand Ole Opry Cambria

is sponsoring the ongoing

radio series ldquoStories from Life on the Road with

Johnny Cashrdquo Told in his distinctive Tennessee

drawl Hollandrsquos short vignettes offer an inti-

mate behind-the-scenes look at his forty years

of playing and recording with American music

icon Johnny Cash and others such as Carl

Perkins Elvis Presley and Jerry Lee Lewis

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This past fall Cambria was honored to spon-sor Traditional Home magazinersquos sixth an-nual ldquoClassic Woman Awardsrdquo The awards honor the spirit of vol-unteerism through six women ldquowhose exem-plary and extraordinary volunteer efforts have made their communi-ties a better place to liverdquo These real-life superwomen have ldquoput their heart and soulrdquo into causes like pediatric cancer research creating schools in Cambodia and EKG testing for teens to discover hidden heart disease At the inspiring awards luncheon at the Manda-rin Oriental Hotel in New York Cambria ambas-sador Mariel Hemingway co-hosted the event with Traditional Home editor Ann Maine Mariel presented each honoree with a $2500 donation from the magazine to put toward their volunteer initiatives To learn more about these remarkable women visit wwwtraditionalhomecom

Healthy living proponent and Cambria ambassador Mariel Hemingway recently walked the red carpet with members of the environmental organization Healthy Child Healthy World at the debut of their Healthy Home showhouse As a presenting sponsor of the Healthy Home project Cambria donated all of the kitchen and bathroom surfaces for the 5800-square-foot home The home was constructed using the highest building standards for safe indoor air quality and stylish green living Pictured alongside Mariel at the event are Jill Salisbury (President el furniture) James Chuda (Co-Founder Healthy Child Healthy World) Nancy Chuda (Co-Founder Healthy Child Healthy World) and Victoria Di Iorio (Healthy Home Project Director) For the full story on this project see page 32

CHOICE OF THEAs part of a complete suite-level upgrade this past winter the Milwaukee Brewers chose Cambria for all eighteen of the Founders Suites at its home field Miller Park All told nearly 1200 square feet of countertops tabletops walls and flooring were installed in the Cambria colors Charston and Victoriamdashand you can also see Cam-bria prominently displayed behind home plateROAD TALES

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WITH LEGENDARY DRUMMER WS HOLLAND

CAMBRIA SPONSORS CLASSIC WOMAN AWARDS

HEALTHYKITCHENHEALTHYHOME

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LASTLOOK

SummerahhhThis is the summer to build a treehouse

This is the summer to run that marathon

This is the summer to have family picnics

This is the summer to build window boxes

This is the summer to grow your own vegetables

This is the summer to invite your friends to a backyard soireacutee

This is the summer to hang your clothes outside to dry

This is the summer to walk the dog every day

This is the summer to explore your city

This is the summer to enjoy an outdoor play

This is the summer to learn how to skip rocks

This is the summer to hang a hammock and use it

This is the summerto jump off the end of the dock running all the way

Join us on Facebook and tell us what you will do this summer

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Waterstone CollectionTM

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