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There’s no doubt that contemporary gets people talking like no other design style. Whether it’s generating compliments or criticisms, this genre with its sleek surfaces and lack of ornamentation, certainly gets the conversation started.

While for the most part the Midwest still clings to its traditional roots, a contemporary influence is spreading to homes and design studios across the country. Evidence of this trend is seen at the National Kitchen and Bath Industry Show where each year, Housetrends’ staffers witness a definitive swing to clean lines by cabinet makers, appliance manufactur-ers, and bath fixture companies such as Kohler and Moen.

This style’s growing popularity is making itself known in the Columbus area as well. Our cover story is a case in point. In a major remodel, these homeowners transformed their conservative kitchen to a style that they call “organic contemporary.”

In Dublin, a young couple used their home’s tall, sloped ceilings, wide-open floor plan, and walls of windows as the perfect backdrop for their intensely appealing collection of contemporary art. Should their space inspire you, we’ve included a feature on understanding this category of art with tips from local experts on how, what and where to buy.

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contents greater columbus | vol. 7, issue 1

features 18 SPLASHES BY THE RIVER Colorful bursts of artwork

add fun touch to waterfront home

29 TABLE TOUCHES Eight tips you can use

to set the stage for dining with style

37 IS YOU IS OR IS YOU AIN’T MY ARTWORK?

When buying contemporary art for your home, you should buy what you love

47 GAdGETS ANd GIzMOS Power up your home

with these tech-savvy products

trends 48 KITCHEN TRENdS Organic in Nature Kitchen renovation blends

contemporary elements with natural materials

57 dECORATING TRENdS Frankly dear,

I Prefer Contemporary Today’s contemporary window

treatments are “simply” beautiful

departments 10 FRESH FINdS The latest finds in furniture,

flooring and lighting

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Splashesby the River

Colorful bursts of artwork add fun touch to waterfront homeBy Jaron M. Terry

Photos by Daniel Feldkamp/Visual Edge Imaging

Just as a cardinal flashing

from tree to tree adds a brilliant

punch of color to Ohio’s gray

winter palette, the contemporary

art collection of a young Dublin

couple adds dazzling hues to the

restful, monochromatic furnishings

of their riverfront home.

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OPENING SPREAD: The riotous color of the Matteo painting cannot be quelled by the soft dove tone of the buffet table that graces the dining room. THIS PAGE: The family’s American Blue Pitbull, Ghost, blends right in with the neutral décor. OPPOSITE LEFT: The homeowner describes this painting by William McCarthy as a piece “that one can seemingly walk right into and just keep walking.” OPPOSITE RIGHT: The Robert Livsey-Wells oil-on-linen painting hangs above cherished family photos.


“Megan has her own style and flair which made it such a delight in helping the couple select artwork that reflects their youthful, fun approach,” says Muse Gallery owner Caren Petersen. “Although many collectors choose art based on its investment value, the most important decision point when selecting pieces for one’s home is to find something that speaks to one’s heart,” she adds.

Nestled among birch, elm and other native Ohio species, Megan and Josh’s home—with floor-to-ceiling windows that welcome the surrounding woods—is a warm and comfortable backdrop for the colorful paintings they love.

“When we moved near the river, we chose this location not only for its quiet-ness and because Josh enjoys fishing, but also because we love being surrounded by nature,” says Megan who, along with her husband, has made art a priority.

Josh’s mother, a long-time art collec-tor, had gifted the then newlyweds with two Robert Livsey-Wells pieces that cre-ate focal points in the family room. With those paintings, the couple declared them-selves “hooked” on collecting.

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“I especially love the color, texture and motion of Livsey-Wells’ work and how everyone who views it sees something dif-ferent because it’s so interpretive,” Megan notes. “My husband’s favorite pieces, by Zhigang-Cui, literally bedazzle the eye, especially with their vivid boldness set against a soft gray wall,” she notes.

The neutral browns, grays and taupes of the trees and the river are echoed throughout the home. In the second kitchen that was added to accommodate Megan’s home-based catering business, Fresh Start Catering, granite countertops, birch cabinets and leather bar seats are all a reflection of nature.

River rock, featured in the floor and one wall of the spacious shower of the couple’s bathroom, truly brings the outdoors in. Set against glass tile, the idea of contrast-ing elements is again displayed.

“In furnishing their home, the transi-tional style Megan and Josh chose is clean and simple,” says Tamara Amstutz-Roop, a designer with Darron’s Furniture who assisted them in selecting comfortable fur-niture that complements their passion.

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“I especially love the color,

texture and motion of Livsey-Wells’

work and how everyone who views

it sees something different because

it’s so interpretive.”

Birch cabinets were chosen in homage to the river birch that grow along the adjacent

waterway. Bamboo flooring, finished in a darker hue, contrasts with the tranquil blue and green of the fishes painted by

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Skylights fill the master bathroom with natural light. OPPOSITE TOP: Behind glass walls, river rock and glass tile meet in the shower. OPPOSITE MIDDLE: One of the two paintings by Asian artist Zhigang-Cui which are displayed in the Dublin couple’s master bedroom.



ResourcesArtwork: Muse Gallery; Kitchen and bath cabinetry: Miller Cabinet Company; Granite: Konkus Marble and Granite; Furniture: Darron’s Furniture

“Everything has really exciting lines that—when rendered in the tone-on-tone palette Megan favors—really con-trasts with bolder colors of the artwork,” Amstutz-Roop says. “For example, the occasional table from Johnston Casuals that holds a gathering of family portraits is functionally artistic. Finished in indus-trial gloss and featuring graceful arches, it is the perfect combination of form and function, and well as the perfect comple-ment to the beautiful painting above,” she adds.


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tabletouchesEight tips you can use to set the stage for dining with style

By Karen BradnerSometimes it’s fun to make a fuss. When

you step out of your routine and take others along with you for the ride, wonderful

things can happen. ✽ When hosting a dinner party, making extra effort with the

dining room table lets guests know you value their company and sets the

tone for the evening. if this all sounds like fun, we’ve got some ideas to get

you started. Whether it’s a refresher on which spoon goes where, a few new

company-worthy recipes, or decorative touches that take the excitement level

up a notch, here’s a feast of ideas to inspire your next gathering


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tip1: Place settings should be layered in the

same order that the meal

is served: soup bowls

on salad plates on top

of dinner plates. Include

a separate salad plate

if your dishes feature a

sauce.New Wave collection photo courtesy of Villeroy & Boch

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Forks should be placed to the left of the plate and knives and spoons to the right. The idea is to work from the outside in, so the salad

fork should go to the left of the dinner fork, and the spoon to the right of the knife. Keep the blade of the knife pointing toward the plate.

tip2 :

salad fork

dinner fork

plates

napkin

dinner knife

teaspoon

wine glass

water glass

Did you

know?

You indicate you are finished with

your meal by placing your fork and

knife together, diagonally across

your plate (from the 10 to 4

o’clock positions).

soup spoon


tip3 :Linens are a great way to add a punch of color, although if the surface of your table is attractive and can take some drips and possible spills, it’s fine to skip the tablecloth. Rhapsody in Blues collection photo courtesy of Waterford Wedgwood


Did you

know?

You indicate you are finished with

your meal by placing your fork and

knife together, diagonally across

your plate (from the 10 to 4

o’clock positions).


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tip4 : Use your favorite collectables, such as vases, candlesticks, or your child’s artwork, to add personality to the table, but don’t get carried away with too many objects.

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If you have a glass tabletop, consider placing a fun touch beneath

it—like ribbons, flowers or glitter.Photo by JE Evans

tip6: The classic, simple rectangular folded napkin can be placed under the knife and spoon or at the center of the place setting and topped with a place card or decorative accent.

tip5:

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Photo by JE Evans

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Before your guests arrive, sit

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Allow a minimum of 15 inches

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is you is or is you ain't MyArtwork?

Art experts agree: when buying contemporary art for your home, you should buy what you love. But, as with life, how do you know

if it’s true love or just a passing fancy?By Nina Kieffer

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Untitled by Jim Dine. Photo courtesy of Keny Galleries

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Your home is a labor of love. To create an environment

that embodies your outlook on life, you sweat the

details: flooring, wall and window treatments, lighting,

furnishings, accessories, color schemes. But of all the

objects that make a home a truly enjoyable and inter-

esting space, nothing contributes more impact than

original art. And contemporary art, with its immediacy

and current perspectives, speaks volumes about the

personality of a home and its inhabitants.

The sum of its partsContemporary art is relevant to our lives, and generally has some-thing to say beyond the visual elements of the work. Not that the visual elements aren’t important. What the work conveys visu-ally impacts us as much as the message. An immediate visceral response, whether positive or negative, tells us much about how a work affects us on a subliminal level. We might not know what it is that we instantly love or dislike about a piece of art, but there are forces at work called the formal elements of art (line, shape, color, value, texture, space, mass and volume) and the principles of art (movement, emphasis, unity, harmony, variety, balance, contrast, proportion and repetition) that artists employ to influence the viewer’s observation of the work. Content (subject matter), style, and medium also interact with these visual cues, along with the artist’s intention and skill. Although knowledge of art theory isn’t necessary to look at art or even to appreciate it, experts agree that if you are going to buy art, you should educate yourself about it in order to help make intelligent purchasing decisions. You can’t invest too much time on homework and legwork.

Art school confidentialThe more art you take in, the more you will discover what kinds of art and artists appeal to you. A plethora of contemporary art venues exist in museums, art galleries, art fairs and temporary pop-up exhibits. Museums and art galleries work constantly to entice the public with events of all stripes: special exhibits, open-ings, artist meet and greets, lecture series, performances by musi-cians, dancers and other artists, socials, docent- and curator-led tours, trunk sales and more. When you travel out of town, make it a point to visit local museums and galleries.

Analyze art that appeals to you. Take a moment to look care-fully. What is going on in the artwork? What do you see that makes you think that? What aspects do you find interesting and/or enjoyable? No observation is unimportant. Each is a valid response to the work.

Looking at art that you don’t think you’ll like is another great way to develop and hone your tastes. What is it that you don’t like about it? Does it have any redeeming qualities in your eyes? What are they?

Engaging with others while looking at art can be enlightening. It’s amazing what other people see. Listening to others’ perspec-tives can broaden your own. Share your art junkets with family and friends. You’ll learn something about yourself and them.

Art history books are a good resource, and you can spend many a pleasurable hour browsing through the art section of your local bookstore and museum gift shop book selections. The continuum of art history is long, complex and interconnected. Developing a background in the evolution of art will help you to understand why and how art has come to be what it is today. Much art is a response, on a personal and historical level, to the art that has

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Not just a pretty faceBut, what, you may ask, is contemporary art? Literally, contemporary means

present-day, current. However, different organizations variously define contempo-

rary art as art produced since World War II or the 1960s or 70s. The Cincinnati

Art Museum pinpoints 1960 as its starting place for contemporary art, accord-

ing to Associate Curator of Contemporary Art, Jessica Flores. Flores notes that

there is confusion among the public over the term. Many think contemporary is

synonymous with modern, although modern art is generally considered to be art

produced from the late 1800s through the 1970s that breaks with traditional art

forms and techniques of the past. (Examples of modern art include Impressionism,

Cubism, and Abstract Expressionism.) Art historian Marilyn Stokstad comments

that by the 1970s, all the rules had been broken, signaling the end of an era.

Because abstract art was such a high profile example of modern art that is still

prevalent today, many people erroneously believe that abstract art and contem-

porary art are one in the same. Although abstract art can be contemporary, all

contemporary art is not abstract.

Some define contemporary art as any art that is produced by currently living

artists, but a common thread running through much contemporary art is social

consciousness, a connection to some social issue such as imperialism, global

trade, feminism, AIDS awareness, etc. Flores believes that the value of contem-

porary art is diminished when it does not include an element of present day

concerns and issues, which acts as a reflection of our current culture and the

human condition.

come before it. There are also many books on the market that provide advice on buying contemporary art, for example “The Art of Buying Art: An Insider’s Guide to Collecting Contemporary Art” by Paige West, an avid collector who developed her passion into her own gallery, website and this practical book on what to collect, how to collect it and how to incorporate it into your home.

Many museums have “Friends Groups” for museum members. These organizations are like clubs that organize events such as visiting private collections and artist studios, behind the scenes gallery tours with curators and other art experts, cultural outings to other art venues and more. It’s a great way to meet other art enthusiasts and develop those all-important contacts with those in the know.

Art auctions are a fascinat-ing way to educate yourself on what people are paying for art and what art is on the market in your locale. Many auction houses post results of past auctions on their web-sites, as well as pieces avail-able for purchase in upcoming auctions.

As you delve into experienc-ing art, you’ll learn to assess its qualities and become more comfortable discussing it with others. Your personal taste will become more manifest. You may already have inclina-tions and interests that you can now identify, quantify and justify.

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ResouRces: Art Design Consultants www.adcfineart.com; Art

History by Marilyn Stokstad; Cincinnati Art Museum www.cincinnatiartmuseum.

org; Dayton Art Institute www.daytonartinstitute.org; James Gallery www.james

gallery.net ; Keny Galleries www.kenygalleries.com; Muse Gallery www.amuse

gallery.com; The Art of Buying Art: An Insider’s Guide to Collecting Contemporary

Art by Paige West; Visual Thinking Strategies www.vtshome.org

Eliminating buyer’s remorseGood art is always an investment, just like a major piece of furni-ture. Like any other investment for your home, you should always buy the best quality that you can afford. It’s also important to buy the best example of that type of work that you can, and to buy innovative rather than derivative works.

Cultivate relationships with experts you can trust. Other col-lectors, art brokers, dealers, and curators all have unique perspec-tives and specialties. Reputation is important. An expert you trust can help school you in the ins and outs of buying art for the long term (it’s not an easily liquidated commodity) as well as recognizing art that is not just the latest fad, but can withstand the test of time.

One of the beauties of purchasing contemporary art is that in many cases, you have access to the artists who created it. Getting to know living artists, discussing with them their motivation, techniques, history and artistic struggles will help you develop a meaningful affinity for particular artists and their work.

It is entertaining to get online and read about what is hap-pening in the world of the art glitterati—who is Charles Saatchi insulting now? What outrageous prices are being paid for high profile works of art? And although the Internet is useful for many

TOP: Painting by Tom Bardner Photo by Chris Bucher BOTTOM: Sculpture by David HostetlerPhoto by J.E. Evans

of the tasks involved in pur-chasing art, like keeping you apprised of events, reading pertinent blogs and visiting websites of museums, galler-ies and artists, most experts advise that you only purchase art that you have seen up close and in person.

Importantly, you don’t have to be a millionaire to buy good art. Collecting art used to be the province of the wealthy, but today art galleries abound, as do talented artists creating exceptional, unique artwork. Art that speaks to you and is in your budget exists and is readily available.

Art buying is dependent upon other personal factors such as the size and style of your home. Some galleries will bring art to your home so you can see it in your native environment. Some also have programs for trusted clientele that include installing a poten-tial purchase in your home for a period of time to make sure it is a good fit for you.

If you arm yourself with re search, knowledge, experi-ence, exposure and trusted advisers, it will aid you in your quest to recognize and acquire the art that you truly love, and surround yourself with, for years to come.



the art badge of courageJim Keny, long time co-owner of Keny Galleries in German Village, is a firm believer in surrounding oneself with visually and intellectually challenging art. It takes a bit of courage to buy contempo-rary art, but there’s a payoff in the edgy excitement the art can generate. Contemporary art should capture the essence of current-day life and address the universal human condition in order to be relevant in years to come. That’s a tall order, but one Keny feels is necessary to distinguish the fads from the art whose value has staying power.

Along with its group of regional contemporary artists of national caliber, Keny Galleries specializes in historic American paintings and works on paper as well as works of nationally prominent artists from Ohio. A list of historic American art-ists that Keny Galleries has handled (including Mary Cassatt, Winslow Homer, John Singer Sargent, James Whistler and Georgia O’Keeffe) reminds us that what is now historical was once contemporary. The gallery also has expertise in the area of 19th and 20th century American folk art.

When you’re looking to build a collection, having well respected experts in your corner can make a difference. Keny recommends getting to know curators, art dealers and other experts. Keny Galleries takes its role as advisor to art buyers very seriously, and has developed long-standing relationships with private and museum clients. But with private collec-tors, Keny still stresses “homework, homework, homework!” Investing in art requires knowledge of art history in general and particular knowledge in the collector’s areas of interest, includ-ing its comparative value with similar art and artists. Art you buy should resonate personally with you and should reflect your aesthetic sensibilities and personality.

Keny Galleries, 300 East Beck Street, www.kenygalleries.com

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5.cultivate your sense of aes-thetics. It’s impor-tant to understand the formal elements and principles of art and understand your preferences for certain types of art.

buy the best examples you can afford, buy innovative rather than derivative work, and above all, buy what you love.

2.Work on your knowledge of art.

establish relationships with experts you can trust. Trust is important in this business!

develop an understanding of the value of the art you are interested in—what it’s selling for at auction and in retail markets.

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Jim Keny’s tips for getting started:Photos courtesy of Keny Galleries.

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Kitchen renovation blends contemporary elements with natural materials

By Melanie Circle Brown

Photos by Daniel Feldkamp/Visual Edge Imaging

Location, location, location—everyone knows it drives real estate values. This

location is quiet, wooded, and commands a 52-acre lake view. F “It’s the

view that sold us,” say the homeowners who were already living in the same

neighborhood when this house became available. They moved quickly to buy

it. F Before moving, they spent a year of transformation since the 14-year-old

structure needed updating. The homeowners were looking to change the style

too, from conservative to “organic contemporary”—blending natural materials

like granite and wood and accentuating the view. F “Our inspiration was to bring

the colors, movement and textures of the lake, landscape and sky inward,” says

the wife.

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“We gutted the entire house inside and out,” she says. A high priority was installing floor-to-ceiling windows with transoms to maximize the view of the lake. The water and seasonal changes are themselves a design element. The couple used the palette of nature to achieve their organic contemporary style.

For the renovation they tapped the talents of interior designer Laura Einstein of Ultimate Interiors and Dave Norton of Ellis Kitchen and Bath Studio.

The homeowners’ two children are in college and they wanted a family retreat for the kids to kick back and relax when

home from school. Entertainment space was also a key factor in the renovation.

Rooms with a view“I love to cook creatively,” says the home-owner. She collects recipes and takes the hobby seriously.

The kitchen is part of an open space that includes dining and informal seating areas. Wide Asian walnut planks connect the rooms. “The vibrant, but soothing, color palette provides an organic richness and depth,” notes the homeowner.

Because of the time the family spends in the kitchen, Dave Norton oriented the

layout around the lake. For example, the Wolf cooktop faces the cook toward the water. For ventilation, they selected a Modern-Aire hood for its high power and clean rectilinear lines.

The island is large and seats seven. Norton says the goal was to create a buffer between the working part of the kitchen and guests so he designed two tiers: a higher countertop to rest elbows and hors d’oeuvres and a lower level for the cook.

“We also designed separate work zones, each anchored by a sink, to allow two people to work in the kitchen simultane-ously,” says Norton.



The back wall of the kitchen is anchored by a Miele freezer on one end and a Miele refrigerator on the other end. The wall also has double ovens which are raised so the cook doesn’t have to stoop to open the doors.

A butler’s pantry has a Sub-Zero wine storage unit and glass front cabinets. Nearby are a built-in coffee station, addi-tional cabinets, and a warming drawer.

Movement and flow“The name of the kitchen island granite is ‘Renoir Blue’. It truly evokes impres-sionism,” says the wife. “It brings to mind

“ The name of the kitchen island granite is ‘Renoir Blue’. It truly evokes impressionism.It brings to mind water and sky with blues and purples. It almost looks like moving water.”

OPENING SPREAD LEFT: The island granite has a freeform shape and soft edges. The support pieces for the counter are inverted pyramids covered in a series of stacked wood trim with the same espresso finish as the cabinets. BELOW LEFT: Colorful pendants anchor each end of the seven-seat island. BELOW RIGHT: Mosaic tiles create an eye-catching backsplash.

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water and sky with blues and purples. It almost looks like moving water,” she observes. The countertop also flows—it has a freeform shape and soft edges.

“There is a trend in kitchens for a more contemporary feel,” notes Norton. “We see that manifested here in the cabinets, the counter shape, and the hardware,” he adds.

The cabinets are by Bentwood, which Norton describes as a high-quality cus-tom manufacturer with the flexibility to accommodate specific design requests. One large drawer and cabinet are designed to look like two stacks of small drawers by

using dummy drawer heads. It adds visual interest and breaks up expanses of large cabinet fronts.

Also adding visual interest are the supports for the island countertop. The inverted pyramids are covered in a series of stacked wood trim with the same espresso finish as some of the cabinets. The mold-ing is geometric creating shadows and the appearance of different colors.

“The hardware has movement too, almost a wave to it,” says the homeowner. The stainless steel pulls by Richelieu all are the same style but in three different sizes.

TOP LEFT: A coffee station is built into the “espresso” finished cabinetry. TOP RIGHT:

The cooktop is in the island so the cook can enjoy the view of the lake. The hood was selected for its high power and rectilinear lines. Left of the cooktop is a Wolf micro-

wave drawer. OPPOSITE: The homeowners’ pets, Lincoln and Maverick, take a break by the fire. The original painted brick fireplace

surround was replaced with tile. The mantle is limestone, painted to complement the

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Resources Kitchen designer: Dave Norton, CMKBD, Ellis Kitchen & Bath Studio; Interior designer: Laura Einstein, Ultimate Interiors; Contractor: Joe Sniderman, S&G Services Galore, Inc.; Cabinetry: Bentwood, Ellis Kitchen & Bath Studio; Flooring: Bella Cera; Countertops: Mees Marble and Granite; Backsplash: Trend Mosaics, Mees Marble and Granite; Sinks: Elkay, Eastway Plumbing Supply; Faucets: Moen Ascent, Eastway Plumbing Supply; Cooktop: Wolf Frenchtop, HH Gregg Finelines; Oven: Wolf; Refrigerator: Miele; Faux painting: Melissa Martz, Artistic Interiors; Lighting: Justice chandelier, Access pendants from Northern Lighting

Designer Laura Einstein selected eggplant amethyst colored pendant lighting for over the island. The shape, size and placement of the lights fit the grand scale of the kitchen and reflect the homeowner’s color and style preferences.

Clean and freshThe laundry room off the kitchen was also renovated. Norton streamlined the design by adding open shelves under the wall counter for baskets and dog beds. The built-in iron-ing board has a door which slides to the side instead of hinging open.

In keeping with the organic spirit of this home, the homeowners recycled the former cabinets and some plumbing to Habitat for Humanity. For more information on this program contact www.habitatcolumbus.org.

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Home SourceInteriors ReceivesAngie’s List Super Service Award

The prestigious 2011 Angie’s List Super Service Award for Window

Treatments has been awarded to Home Source Interiors. The winners of Angie’s List Super Service Award meet

strict eligibility requirements including an exemplary rating from customers and abiding by Angie’s List operational guidelines. Home Source Interiors founder, Cheryl Garrett was quoted thanking all of their clients that reviewed Home Source. “We value their trust and high opinion of our company and its values.” Members of Angie’s List can find the 2011 Super Service Award logo next to business names who received the award in search results on angieslist.com.

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Area LandscapeCompany WinsStatewide Award

The Ohio Nursery & Landscape Association’s (ONLA) presented The Clearwater Group with a Grand Award at the Central Environmental Nursery Trade Show (CENTS). This award is for excellence in landscape design. The award was in the category of residential landscape over 100,000 dollars. Jennifer Gray, ONLA Associate Director said about the winners, “they provide exceptional landscape designs, services, and innovations… I can think of no better place to honor these landscape award winners and green industry scholars than during CENTS, among peers who appreciate the quality and dedication of each individual’s contribution.” The ONLA Landscape Awards Program’s mission is to show how quality landscaping can improve the environment and property values by recognizing those who take action through landscaping and quality workmanship. The recipients are recommended and evaluated by a jury of professionals in landscape architecture, education, and horticulture. Fourteen Ohio companies were honored among the 25 total. Scholarships were also awarded to horticulture students representing Ohio schools. For more information, visit onla.org or call 614-899-1195.

Stained Glass For Beginners

Franklin Art Glass Studios is now offering beginner classes on stained glass. The class teaches the beginning techniques and fundamentals of stained leaded glass. When the class is finished students will have knowledge of both copper foil and lead techniques. Students will have three completed projects by the end of the class session. This is a beginner’s class only.

Franklin Art Glass Studios, Inc in German Village222 E Sycamore St, Columbus, Ohio 43206 • 614.221.2972 www.franklinartglass.com

Home-On-High Short North Adds Décor Retailers

COLUMBUS, Ohio – Five home décor retailers have been added to Home-On-High, a collaborative marketing effort of nineteen retailers developed to build awareness about home décor and furnishings shopping opportunities in central Ohio.

“The Short North continues to expand as a Home décor destination, it is an ever changing landscape. In addition to the eight stores that have been in the Short North for many years, ten home décor retailers have come to the Short North in the past two years. Two retailers Karavan and Tigertree have more than doubled their store footprint to add more home decor.”

“Our goal is to spread the word that we have a core of home furnishings stores in the Short North, and build awareness about the ease of shopping here throughout the month, especially on Sundays,” said Timothy Friar, design veteran and owner of Grid Furnishings, a modern furniture gallery that opened in 2010 at 944 N. High St.

“Previously many stores in the Short North were not open on Sunday and it was thought of as a Saturday destination. This partnership has the potential to change the way shoppers view the Short North,” said Sharon O’Brien owner of GrandView Mercantile at 873 N. High St. For additional information, visit HomeOnHigh.co

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Frankly DeaR, I Prefer ContempoRaRy

Today’s contemporary window treatments are “simply” beautiful!

By Kelly Z. Clark

like many fashion and home decor trends, our window treatments have run the gamut from complicated

creations to simple statements. In the past we’ve seen elaborate curtain designs that incorporated yards and yards of

fabric lavished with embellishments, and presented on stately curtain rods with carved finials. These window treatments

were almost as opulent as a ball gown. Just ask Scarlett. Scarlett O’Hara was a complicated Southern belle who lived

a charmed life, so it’s no wonder she wore her grand window treatments when she fell on hard times. And many can

remember the classic Carol Burnett Show spoof of Gone with the Wind, where Carol also dons her window treatments,

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The simplicity of today’s contemporary trends in window treatments wouldn’t do for Scarlett, but for many of us the look is a welcomed change. According to Millie Hammond, senior stylist for Fabricut Inc., a worldwide distributor of decorative fab-rics, people have embraced the cleaner aesthetic of contemporary design as their lives have gotten busier. Companies like Fabricut are working hard to provide designers with contemporary fabrics and accessories their clients will feel at home with. For those who prefer the non-custom option, retailers are also offering contemporary ready-made win-dow treatments.

It’s too loud, can you tone it down, pleaseColor is what has changed most significantly in fabric designs for contemporary settings. By just reducing the number of colors in a fabric, manufacturers have captured designs that are more fitting to the quiet, serene look that is so popular today. Fabric with a large-scale design can appear somewhat understated and fitting to the scheme when the number of colors is limited and the tones are muted. Even intricate patterns such as Fabricut’s “Sister Sister” and “MacGyver” have a contemporary vibe when they are presented using simple, muted color combinations.

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BELOW: The designer chose white draperies to add to his calming palette of grays, creams and browns in this condominium. Photo by Joe Traina

OPPOSITE TOP TO BOTTOm: Fabricut fabric samples: Fresh Prince, macGyver, mad About You, Sister Sister, Tomko. Photos courtesy of Fabricut

OPPOSITE FAR RIGHT: This tone-on-tone treatment between the window treatments and the walls is a striking look. Photo by Joe Traina




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ABOVE: Designer Roller Shades offer features such as battery-

powered motorization, a cordless lifting system and a comprehensive

fabric collection. Photo courtesy of Hunter Douglas

RIGHT: Silhouette window shadings in Chateau fabric feature

richly textured vanes with a coordinated colored face sheer.

Photo courtesy of Hunter Douglas

OPPOSITE: Soft stripes in neutral shades adorn this breakfast room.

Photo by Johan Roetz



For those who prefer to limit their use of patterns, you can never go wrong with a solid curtain panel. Trendy colors range from white/cream to organic shades such as mushroom, jute, gravel and ash. What makes solid curtain panels so visually desir-able is the use of fabrics with a texture.

Adding texture must be done thought-fully, says Cheryl Garrett, co-owner of Home Source Interiors. “Different textures will pull your design in different direc-tions. Fabrics with a sheen such as satins

and silks tend to pull your room towards a more formal feel. If you’re going for casual and comfy, select a knubby linen or che-nille,” she says. “I like to always add an ele-ment of surprise though. Nothing is more striking than juxtaposing a formal fabric in just the right place in a casual room.”

Less is more in the actual design too, of course, so rather than pinch pleats or over-laying swags, the top of contemporary treat-ments feature straightforward folds attached to slick, unobtrusive drapery hardware (cur-

tain rod, rings and finials). If it sounds too simple to be stylish, it’s not. The contempo-rary person will appreciate the restrained, classy presentation and how it becomes a beautiful element within the room.

Pull the shadesNot a fan of curtains, but still want a win-dow treatment? Shades and blinds lend themselves beautifully to contemporary rooms because they are streamlined and can fit within the window. Fashion aside,

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blinds and shades are also functional treat-ments that provide light control and pri-vacy. Hunter Douglas’ design trend expert, Sally Morse, recommends the Silhouette and Pirouette shade systems to finish a contemporary window. To play up the contemporary look, Morse says, “If it has a slat, vein or louver, always select the wider slat for the cleanest look because you will have half as many slats and a better view to the outdoors.” Morse also suggests that you can use the optical illusion created by the horizontal lines of shades and blinds because they tend to elongate the look of a window when your eye follows the horizontal line. “No one ever asks for their windows to appear smaller,” Morse says.

Morse also suggests the Skyline Gliding Window Panels which are super sleek and can be used to dress even the largest window expanse. These sliding panels are installed on a two-channel track that can split and open in the center or at the left or right side of the window. Hunter Douglas offers a large selection of sheer and opaque fabrics for the system in natural and woven grass options.

Believe it or not, roller shades have made an impressive comeback. If the last time you saw a roller shade it was white, plastic and in your grandma’s house, then you will want to see the latest in this window covering. Today’s roller shades come in a plethora of custom fabrics that include organic, woven looks and textured finishes that result in an uncomplicated but “wow” appearance for windows.

So maybe Scarlett did get her curtain “swag” on, but today’s contemporary win-dow treatments are so classy and stylish, they’re enough to rival Scarlett in all her ball gown glory.

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LEFT: Skyline Gliding Window Panels overlap for a clean, crisp look with continuous coverage. TOP: Pirouette window shadings resemble the classic look of a hobbled Roman shade, but offer 21st-century light control options. Photo courtesy of Hunter Douglas BOTTOM: A linen sheer is always a classic choice. Photo courtesy of Fabricut


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