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ON OUR COVER: Antique Foo Dogs make a statement with their pop of color and jaunty stance; their whimsy was captured by Eli Warren. The story written by our Editor in Chief, Lynn Greenlaw, is on pg 64.

The Homes

52 Welcome to the Neighborhood When Hartness became its own development, it made perfect sense for Mary Lou and Pat Hartness to build their next-chapter home.

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20 A Place to Know and Be Known Shannan and Jeff Wren built a home rich in design with minimal furnishings and collections, exactly the way they choose to live.

67 gvlMOD Greenville’s tour of the Midcentury returns after a pandemic pause with architecturally significant homes and church design in the Mid-mod era.

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Natural Habitat A design collaboration, from architect to builder to decorator, created a family home in Acadia centered on bringing the outdoors in.

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CONTENTS

“Spring is the time of plans and projects” —Leo Tolstoy, Anna Karenina

TRIFECTA: Antique Vessel

39 32. INSPIRATION Mood Boards 36. ASKED & ANSWERED Alternative Lawns 47.

PANTRY Spice Blends

79. TABLETOP Sterling Flatware

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COMPOSITION Artist Annie Koelle

DESIGN PLAYBOOK Barbara Dalton

93. TRADE FOLIO Paint and Wallpaper 101. IN THE GARDEN Madcap Cottage 116. WHAT TO DRINK NOW Spanish Wine

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ON THE TABLE Village Kitchen

NOTES FROM HOME

"It’s Spring again And birds on the wing again Start to sing again The old melody."

— Cole Porter

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‘LL ADMIT IT. I’m a huge fan of spring and I look

forward to its arrival each year. Some would say that it’s because of the feeling of rebirth that it provides.

I would wholeheartedly agree with that if we’re talking primarily of the colorful flowers, blooming shrubs and the bright green color that highlights our landscapes.

That’s what I long to see when the temperature warms, the spring rains arrive, and the flowers burst forth. Ok, let’s include the arrival of the birds and their sweet songs too just to make Mr. Porter happy.

Colors are abundant in this issue starting with the cover. What’s not to love about turquoise Foo Dogs?

Find more of them in varying colors in Treasure. Our Composition article sings with the colorful work of Annie Koelle and her ceramics. A new article addition, Trade Folio, will introduce you to several expert interior designers and decorators who introduce us to their favorite paint colors and wallpaper patterns. The witty Madcap Cottage fellows are back to update us on their plans for their garden at The House of Bedlam.

We all know that spices have enticing colors and you’ll find out how to blend them for a ridiculous taste treat in Pantry. Speaking of food, don’t miss On the Table for creating colorful and very tasty offerings of Mediterranean style for a patio or covered porch entertaining.

The featured homes are more neutral in color range, but they certainly shout out style. Each one embodies the selective approach by all those involved in their creation. Plus, good news… the gvlMOD home tour returns this spring celebrating Midcentury modern homes. You’ll get a peek at what to expect to see should you choose to attend in April.

There’s more. Read on and soak in all the feelings of spring is this issue.

Enjoy!

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A Place to Know and Be Known Enveloping its owners, their artwork and style, recalling the past and what makes them comfortable in the now, the home of Shannan and Jeff Wren opens its doors, invites one in, offers rest, nourishment and spaces to gather.

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building weaves its own tale, of the hands that created it, the teamwork of masons, roofers, glaziers, architects, designers, homeowners; a delicate, careful orchestration of skill and communication. It can’t be easy to take a vision inside someone’s head and apply it to paper and raise it up from the ground, but when it works, when each note and skill works in harmony, hand over hand, the result sings.

This particular orchestration of vision, talent and conviviality finds its happy crescendo in Jeff and Shannan Wrens’ home nestled in the Cleveland Park neighborhood.

Accustomed to a life of travel and adventure, the couple had specific ideas in mind for their retirement home: walkability, access to nature, and as much natural light as possible.

A wooded lot along the edge of Cleveland Park means that the couple is steps away from downtown and the Swamp Rabbit Trail. Jeff and Shannan’s memories brim with time in Europe, Colorado and Atlanta, where instead of acquiring mementos and a lifetime of furnishings and knickknacks, they continued to pare down with each until reaching a minimalist’s standard.

For the Wrens, the architectural details of the building itself became a personal testament to the life they’ve lived to surround them for the years yet to come.

With several moves and renovations between them, the couple approached this project with a specific vision. “We wanted a home that blends a touch of modern a touch of character from the past,” Shannan says. “We lived in the city while in Belgium and everything from the windows to the cobblestone streets inspired us and found a place in our home’s design.”

To blend old and new in a way that doesn’t jangle with disjointedness demands an architect with vision and passion, which the Wrens found in Mitch Lehde of MHK Architecture & Planning - The Carolinas. Their architect’s commitment to the entire design process impressed Jeff. “Mitch spent days off experimenting with mortar to get just the right old-world feel for the brickwork, took time to visit the site throughout construction to see that the initial vision was brought perfectly to fruition.”

A true collaboration, the personal touch is a highlight of the building process for the Wrens.

Archways throughout the property are a beguiling motif, mixing Old World warmth with the clean lines of modern minimalism. The outdoor entryway arch may be the most dynamic of all, a statement rooted in problem solving. Since they preferred not to build a garage in the back of their steeply graded lot, a clever entry perfectly disguises front facing garages while offering a warm arched entry from the street, framing the front door across a cobblestoned drive. Because of this, the Wrens enjoy a courtyard feel, transforming a design obstacle into a show stopping focal point.

Through the remainder of the home, arches add movement and warmth to linear spaces, bending around the patio, and framing a soaking tub.

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In contrast to the softness of archways, black clad modern windows soar two stories high in some places, serving as walls rather than openings, allowing light to pour into rooms, providing those within uninterrupted landscapes of verdant trees and landscaping. A bold choice with a bolder payoff: the windows lend an airy nature to the home where a traditional Old World design might feel dim and cramped.

One of the Wrens most used rooms isn’t even a room at all, at least not in the traditional sense. “We chose to forgo a traditional dining room and use our patio,” Shannan says, “off the kitchen through accordion French doors serves as such most of the year.”

The wide wooden table here is one of their few souvenirs from Europe, formerly used in an ancient monastery.

The inspiration for the kitchen was lifted from their former home in Atlanta, featuring an oversized island. “It seems to always be the place everyone gravitates to,” Shannan says.

The Old World feel of the range hood is a concrete-look plaster framed in reclaimed timber; the counters are a polished dark platinum Quartzite and the Wrens requested a dark gray wash brushed over white cabinets in order to disguise wear over time. Dark grout around herringbone tile backsplash mimics sleek hardware pulls and dramatic Restoration Hardware pendulums, which illuminate the island.

If the Wrens kitchen is from Atlanta, then their floors are from Brussels. “We really loved the cobblestone streets in Belgium,” recalls Jeff.

Using Benjamin Grey Limestone tumbled 8x8 tiles, the Wrens were able to complement oak flooring by Europeanbased brand Stuga with cobbled floors in their mudroom, butler’s pantry and powder room. Better than any postcard, the family is reminded of their time overseas daily.

With feet on the cobbled tiles, the eye is drawn to roughhewn reclaimed beams spanning the living area’s elevated ceilings. For MHK’s interior designer Maggie Madarasz, this remarkable detail became a labor of love. The reclaimed timber came from a barn in rural Ohio and were carefully selected for each location. “The framer who installed them along with our site superintendent laid them all out in the garage and rotated each one so I could decide which side was facing down and which were tucked against the wall based on their natural characteristics,” she says.

The effort is the grace note of the home’s design, stitching together old and new flawlessly.

Hand in hand from conceptualization to finish, Jeff and Shannan Wren cannot seem to say enough about the joyful experience of creating their home. A true collaboration of artisans with a design paying homage to a life well lived, while raising a glass to retirement to be enjoyed to the fullest. For all that has been, for all that will be, here in a home with story yet to be told.

Both the mantel piece and beams in the Wren’s living area are crafted from a barn in rural Ohio. Designer Maggie Madarasz with Ridgeline Construction positioned each beam to showcase the original notches and wear, going as far as staining the end cuts to match the original patina. Architect Mitch Lehde of MHK Architecture & Planning spent weekends perfecting the thick layer mortar in the brickwork to create an authentic antique look.

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(Top)Middle Ages meet modern day in the ongoing use of archways throughout the property. A creative solution to disguising a garage transforms the Wren’s front entry into a welcoming series of stone arches leading visitors to the front door.

(Bottom)The main entry boasts a clean-lined modern arched set of French doors, melding old and new. The expansive two-story stairwell window allows natural light to fill the entire room and appeals to the Wren family’s urban sensibilities.

The couple and their two sons often find themselves gathering around the expansive quartzite kitchen island.

The inspiration for the kitchen design came from a former home in Atlanta. Pendants from Restoration Hardware mimic the lines of the black-framed windows throughout the home, based on similar pieces the couple enjoyed in their Brussels home.

A plunge pool is a welcome spot to cool off after a run on the nearby Swamp Rabbit Trail, and doubles as a water feature when not in use. “We sometimes call it a really nice fountain with a filter,” Shannan laughs.

The patio area with arched portico, antique table, and accordion French doors into the kitchen make for a dining area that quite literally brings the outside in. It’s the Wren’s most used “room” in their new home.

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A deep soaking tub in the primary bath is tucked inside another archway, framed by custom made floated shelving. The shelves were fabricated out of the same hardwood floor material by the builder’s trim carpenter so that they were guaranteed a perfect material match. The baseboards and trim are painted to match the walls throughout which is a more transitional detail rather than the typical white semi-gloss trim.

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The pages present timely aspiration for a room refresh, party decor and living with what Gore calls “creative style.”

by Audrey Gore Herb infusions Herb infusions aren’t just for aren’t just for cocktails. cocktails.

Rosemary, thyme Rosemary, thyme and mint are all and mint are all in season and in season and the perfect the perfect herbatious herbaceous addition to a addition to a spring spring gathering.

Mixing and matching wallpaper patterns is a fun way to add interest to a space without having to use just one print.

The first signs of early spring inspired this mood board. Outside greens are budding about, pink blooms awaken us from our long winter’s nap, and as the days grow, the sun glows with a warmer hue of yellow gold.

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The first signs of early spring inspired this mood board. Outside greens are budding about, pink blooms awaken us from our long winter’s nap, and as the days grow, the sun glows with a warmer hue of yellow gold.

Local artist and textile designer Teresa Roche captures spring like no one else. Find her pieces at Art & Light Gallery or consider enjoying her art artist and and textile in the formLocal of fabric designer Teresa wallpaper.

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Kicking Grass to the Curb

If you’re tired of the care of a traditional lawn, consider new alternatives including moss. Our expert, Brian Hillman, owner of Hillman’s Landscape, LLC, says it’s not only possible but desirable for many modern homeowners.

Q. What is a moss yard and how do you care for it?

A. Moss occurs naturally in a yard that is compacted from either tree roots or traffic, typically with a lot of shade or a pH issue.

Q. How would I convert to a moss lawn?

A. If you’d like to convert grass to an all-moss

yard, which we have helped clients do, the best course of action is to conduct a pH test (best at 5.5 for moss growth) and make necessary adjustments to the soil. You would want to both kill the grass and dig it up and typically wait two weeks before planting anything else, moss included. Making a slurry with buttermilk can work to get moss started, but it does not always work especially for a large area.

Q. How do you care for a moss yard?

A. The homeowner will need to water the moss lightly 2-3 times a day for 2-4 minutes during hot periods. But there’s no mowing involved.

Sheet moss (Hypnum Cupressidorme) or fern moss (Thuidium delicatulum) works well as a yard replacement in the Greenville area.

Mondo grass, though it naturally forms clumps, will slowly knit together and provide attractive texture in mass.

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Q. What are some other hardy ground covers to plant in place of grass?

A. My go-to choices to use as hardy ground

coverage in place of grass are dwarf mondo or mazus. Both works very well in either part sun or part shade situations. They also will thrive well with irrigation systems.

Q. What about weed control for non-grass yards?

A. Hand pulling is the best option for weed

control in non-grass yards, especially when the material is younger and unsettled. Some chemicals can be used once the yard is better established and settled.

Mazus

Q. What is the best non-living material to replace grass in our region?

A. Mulch is the best non-living material to

choose to replace grass in our climate because it adds nutrients to the ground. It will need to be dressed every 12 months. My preference is hardwood bark double ground mulch.

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Joy in the Everyday Don’t save the good stuff for one day, instead breathe new life into a treasured heirloom by using it. Here’s how, in three parts.

by Beth Brown Ables photography by Forrest Clonts

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f we are to learn anything from the past two years, let it be that the time to enjoy what we have is now. No more waiting for a solitary special occasion to pull out grandmother’s china, the hand-me-down linens, your great aunt’s candlesticks, or the silver service nobody wants to polish.

Perhaps you have a piece tucked away like this Chinese famille verte vase. A gorgeous classic antique, yes. But other than display, what can you do with it? If you own a vase like this but it’s languishing away in a cupboard or sequestered on a shelf, set it free.

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irst, use it. A vase is a vessel meant to be filled.

Before your next gathering, whether that’s a Friday night intimate dinner or a pull-out-all-the-stops soiree, present your favorite vase to a respected floral designer and ask them to create a centerpiece. Here, designer Kelly Ford, who along with Megan Runion helms floral pop-up Shoppe Field South, fills an antique vessel to the brim with blooms. Hellebores, anemones, garden roses and citrus cascade out and over the porcelain rim creating a still life worthy centerpiece bold and classic enough to complement its container. The result is nothing short of fine art.

Alas, flowers fade, and perhaps you’re craving a more permanent transformation. Bring your treasured vase into the light—literally—and turn it into a lamp.

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n the hands of a professional like Phil Waters at Rock House Antiques, adapting a vase into a lamp is a simple and rewarding task. The trickiest step is drilling the bottom of the piece for wiring, and any lamp repair person will double check with you to ensure you are aware of the possibility of breakage. Then it’s quick work attaching wiring, a base, socket, and harp to create the lamp body. Select a shade to complement your vase, a finial for the top of the harp, and enjoy your handsome, one-of-a-kind lamp for years to come.

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nother enjoyable use for a large, handsome vase is to hold another collection.

Walking sticks and canes, polished and roughhewn, varnished and stubby with bark, brass and glass finials gleaming, all gathered in one container create a sculptural, stunning display. Set in the corner by a doorway or tucked into a hall, your vessel comes alive and tells the story of the people who used them, the walks and hikes enjoyed, the history they hold.

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VISIT HART NESS TODAY TO DISCOVER A LIF E TO LOVE We often depend on inspiration to help us savor life. We foster the connections that sustain us and champion the experiences that renew us—making the most of every moment. Yet, finding a Greenville home that’s serene and harmonious with our day-to-day lives is rare, to say the least.

That’s why Hartness created a neighborhood that makes it easy to embrace beauty, find balance, and make memories with the ones you love. Rather than spending valuable time looking for places to go and things to do, at Hartness you simply just step out your door. With boundless natural wonders and limitless options for relaxation, recreation, and fun, Hartness makes it easy to live the life you love.

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Spice Blends Mix your own seasoning for flavorful grilling to add a tapestry of flavor.

by Jonathan Ammons

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I always suggest batching your own spice blends for a number of reasons. If you don’t already have all the spices needed, it helps to build a properly stocked pantry. It is more economical and lets you breathe new life into spices that might be aging on the shelf. And lastly, it allows you to customize the mixture to your taste, so that you always have exactly the flavor you are looking for instead of relying on some store-bought brand.

One thing that sets a homemade blend apart is to refrain from adding salt. By adding salt to food separately, you can be sure that your spice blends pack as much punch as possible without over salting a dish. It also facilitates hand-salting throughout the cooking process to develop a richer, more nuanced flavor, something I highly recommend during grilling.

It is best to use a mortar and pestle or spice grinder to achieve a desired consistency, particularly when using a mix of whole and pre-ground ingredients. While grinding whole spices always ensures a more fragrant blend, it is still best to use up what you have on hand. I personally just use a separate coffee grinder for my spices with a label that reads “for spices only.”

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Taco Magic for everything that goes in a tortilla Taco Magic is a copycat of Taco Bell seasoning. What makes its flavor so unique is the use of flour and bouillon in the seasoning, which gives an additional browning to meat while making it an umami bomb.

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tsp dried onion flakes tsp all-purpose flour tsp beef bouillon granules tsp garlic powder tsp cumin tsp smoked paprika tsp chili powder tsp cayenne pepper tsp sugar

Baharat for kabobs of all kinds Warm weather cultures tend to make the best flavors for grilled foods and the time-tested Middle Eastern staple of Baharat seasoning is perfect on beef, lamb and chicken.

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Mediterranean Seasoning for fish and vegetables Pescatarians and the veg-leaning in the house will enjoy this blend, ideal for trout, salmon or any veggie on a stick.

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Tbsp basil Tbsp oregano Tbsp thyme Tbsp parsley flakes Tbsp dried minced onion Tbsp black pepper tsp garlic powder

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Welcome to the Neighborhood PAT AND MARY LOU HARTNESS START A NEW CHAPTER IN A SPACE MADE FOR INTER ACTION .

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Set at a prominent location within the Hartness Community’s attractive pedestrian-friendly village, amidst the backdrop of an unspoiled natural setting, Pat and Mary Lou Hartness’ home is helping to shape and inform the civic goals of the town they are creating.

“The development of Hartness is really to foster that sense of community,” says Mary Lou, “where neighbors can walk to each other across a common lawn. It’s attractive and appealing.” As a Traditional Neighborhood Development, every feature from the width of sidewalks to height of the porches is purposefully scaled.

Appealing enough that Mary Lou and her husband Pat realized that if they were going to promote this lifestyle of New Urbanism, they should also live it. “It seemed logical and desirable for us to become a part of that and to build a new house,” she says, “with this development that we’re involved in.”

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During the pandemic, the front porches proved invaluable. They allow neighbors to stay connected and visit across the common lawns. The facade is a mixture of Greek Revival and Northern French Farmhouse. The cream and black limestone checkered pattern that starts on the porch follows through inside the house and was inspired by stonework from the 18th century.

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The main living area is warmed by a custommade stone fireplace

by DeSantana Stone Company. Above the fireplace is a painting of an American lake out West that was a gift from the homeowners’ four adult children. It reminds them of their hiking trips and is very meaningful to the family.

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The study gets the biggest splash of color in the hue of a vibrant Caribbean teal, an ideal backdrop for the large painting by Janina Tukarski Ellis.

Many of the interiors are characterized by handcrafted built-ins.

The kitchen and dining area is an open floor plan with plenty of natural light. “We decided to forgo a traditional dining room which in many homes ends up only getting used twice a year,” Mary Lou says.

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The Hartness’ former home will become part of the community’s new boutique hotel with plans to open in fall of 2022. It offered Mary Lou and Pat the opportunity to downsize and enjoy a literal front porch view of the development they started creating with land purchases several decades ago.

Completed in 2020, the home faces the grand lawn, a unique community feature that creates an expanse of grass and trees connecting all the estates in this phase.

“We were living pretty isolated before,” says Mary Lou, “except for deer and other animals.”

They were excited to enjoy close neighbors in the village-like atmosphere designed by Lew Oliver Inc. “The Hartness family is a pleasure to work with because they are a very enlightened family,” Oliver says. “We hope to leave an exemplary legacy project that creates a true model for human happiness.”

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The neighborhood boasts 15 miles of walking trails and 180 of the 450 acres that make up the community will remain a nature preserve. Creating connected communities surrounded by nature has been a life’s passion for Oliver, whose bio describes him as an urbanist, master planner and designer. He’s been involved with the design of about 75 Hartness homes so far, including the footprint for this one.

“We have open porches, shared sidewalks, there’s a sense of neighborliness and the ability to connect,” says Mary Lou. When they’re not socializing, the Hartness family enjoys an intimate, Charleston-scale courtyard with a water feature and garden. Graham Kimak Landscape Designs did the plantings, irrigation, and exterior lighting. The home’s u-shape plan allows the interior rooms to revolve around this private outdoor area. Every living space has either French doors that open out or large windows to bring the natural light in.

Greenville architect Tom Felton of Studio 511, who has worked on many homes for the Hartness family, worked on the finishing details for the home. The ceilings, cabinetry and built-in bookshelves display elegant woodwork. Archways connect the foyer to the main living areas and the ceiling detail in the dining area is reminiscent of the Regency Period.

[opposite page] The bathrooms continue the limestone checkered floor pattern, while the blue ceiling evokes not only clear skies but a ceiling color found in luxury homes from the Charleston waterfront to the Caribbean. For a similar colorway, check out the Historic Charleston Foundation Collection for Sherwin Williams.

[below] The guest rooms are a perfect size and decor for visiting grandchildren, with a mix of eclectic wall decor and traditional antique furniture.

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Perfectly sited, the Hartness home overlooks the verdant grand lawn of this attractive community. There is easy access to tree-lined sidewalks, numerous green spaces suitable for recreation, and walking trails through forested areas.

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Felton executed a blend of Arts and Crafts, English vernacular, a French-Norman slate roof along with bit of Greek Revival influence for entryways and the portico to create something very American, a comfortable amalgamation of historical context and influences.

The Hartness family brought with them pieces from their previous home, including several mirrors designed

by Sarkis.

The interior is peaceful and neutral with a consistent warm tone. The walls are painted Benjamin Moore Navajo White as suggested by interior designer Sarah Chastain. “I wasn’t sure I’d love it, but I find it very livable and pleasant,” Mary Lou says. The study breaks away from the monochromatic with a flourish of Caribbean teal, a color Mary Lou took note of in a magazine years ago. “I thought, this is the place for that color because it’s not a large room.” The small study boasts grand views of the nearby mountains.

The floors alternate between French white oak hardwoods and a checkered charcoal and cream limestone that also carries out onto the curved front porch. And it’s there, on the porch, watching children play tag in the green space, neighbors walking by with their dogs or seeing a father and son practice their golf swing on the common lawn that the true impact of what’s happening here comes into view.

An outdoor dining terrace looks out on the private Charleston-scale garden courtyard.

Graham Kimak Landscape Designs did the plantings, irrigation, and exterior lighting.

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Dogs Don’t Bite Foo dogs add style and luck to home décor.

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TODAY WE call them foo dogs but their

beginnings in China harken to the Han Dynasty (206 BC - AD 220). They were known as guardian lions or “shishi,” which translates literally as stone lion.

Carved from stone and placed in pairs in front of imperial palaces, imperial tombs, government offices, temples, homes of government officials and the wealthy, it was believed the sculptures held mythic, protective powers. As they were introduced to other cultures, the lion sculptures were also made from marble, granite, bronze and iron.

The iconography of foo dogs became adopted by nearby Asian countries and eventually shifted from lions to dogs, primarily due to their resemblance to the Chow Chow and Shih Tzu breeds. Smaller paired versions were created utilizing jade, marble, bronze, ivory and of course porcelain.

A pair always consists of a male and a female. The female represents yin, protecting the people dwelling inside the home, and the male represents yang, protecting the structure itself. Additional symbols involve the male holding a ball in his paw often thought of as the world; the

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female dog holds a puppy, a nod towards nurturing nature. Typically, the female has a closed mouth to depict the inward breath of creation and the male has an open mouth to repel bad luck with his spiritual roar and the outward breath.

Foo dogs are wonderful decorations for the home and come in a variety of colors and materials. To make sure that your home does not become vulnerable to bad luck, dishonor or evil spirits, display pairs in the same room, with the male on the right and the female on the left. If you follow this pattern, you will be guaranteed a happy home.

Whether perched on a mantle, given pride of place on a special shelf, on a console table in the foyer or at the ends of a buffet in the dining room, foo dogs will be noticed and admired by all who view them.

LOOKING FOR A FOO DOG PAIR? These beauties are local from The Rock House Antiques. For a selection of antique and vintage dogs, check out Chairish and 1stDibs, both online. A variety of dogs can also be found on Etsy and Ebay and newly produced ones on Wayfair and Amazon.

If you have a pair of foo dogs or have inherited a pair and would like to know their value, connect with Miller Gaffney, a certified appraiser in South Carolina, at millergaffney.com.

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I F YO U ’ RE I NTE RE STE D in Midcentury modern, then Jeff Soladay is definitely the man to talk to; the Iowa native and owner of Shindig Furnishings describes the form of architecture and furnishings as a passion for both himself and his wife, Joan. "We are both really particularly drawn to the clean lines of the Midcentury modern style,” he says.

Soladay credits his grandfather and mother for his early interest in furnishings, "My grandfather taught me how to restore furniture that my mom would bring home after a day of antiquing.” Over the years the couple have embarked on multiple Midcentury home tours including several in Palm Springs, California, a city Soladay describes as the mecca for Midcentury modern.

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The Palm Spring tours were the inspiration for the Soladays to bring a Mid-mod tour to Greenville. The inaugural gvlMOD Collection Home Tour was held in September of 2019 and featured six properties. The tour quickly sold out.

As our conversation turns to the rising popularity of this particular form of architecture and furniture, Soladay points to the fact that many people are looking to simplify their lives and the Midcentury modern structure is one that touts function-over-form with minimal ornamentation and a blurring of lines between indoors and outdoors. I mention that I am drawn to so many of the pieces because they conjure up memories of my childhood photos and snapshots I have seen of my parents living room and bedroom. He agrees that nostalgia is a selling point for many.

While Palm Springs may be the mecca for Midmod homes, Greenville is home to an impressive number as well. The neighborhoods of Stone Lake, Botany Woods, Stratford Forest and Terra Pines all have significant homes with Midcentury architecture. Greenville also boasts a home designed by renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright. That home is only one of two homes designed by Wright in South Carolina. The other is located in Yemassee.

Built-ins are a very common feature in Midcentury homes.

The built-in bookcase in the living room of the Soladays’ home is original to the house and features cabinets with minimal ornamentation.

[Below] The bright entryway to the Messenger/Gillis home features the clean straight lines so prevalent in Mid-mod. This can be seen in both the doorway and the built-in bookcase to the left. The divider between the entryway and living room provides an openness characteristic of Midcentury.

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With popularity soaring for the genre, Soladay and the committee for the MOD Tour are thrilled to once again showcase Midcentury properties in Greenville since the tour last year was canceled due to the pandemic. The gvlMod 2022 Collection Home Tour will be held on April 24. It will include five homes and a church that was built in 1959; Soladay’s own home is on tour, which was purchased just a little over a year ago.

Unlike many other home tours, visitors will be able to walk through interiors and the owners will be present to discuss any past or future renovation plans. Volunteers will also be available at each house with information about the home's history, architecture and other interesting facts.

The airy entry hall of the Shelnutts’ home includes a step down into the living room, which features shelving with clean lines and minimal ornamentation and a pop of color in a turquoise straight-edged couch.

Follow gvlmod on Instagram to find out how and when to purchase tickets.

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Tour Greenville’s Mid-mod homes Soladay Home Founders of the gvlMOD tour, the Soladays are excited about this year's showcase of homes, including their own. Tour goers will be thrilled to see the original architectural elements throughout the home. look for

the original mahogany ceiling and corner windows in the living room and dining room.

Marshall/Gilliam Home The windows at First Church of Christ, Scientist, built in 1959, are simple in construction but feature prominent Mid-mod design.

The home features a wonderful example of the "blurring of the lines" between the indoors and outdoors with large bay windows along with notable wormy cedar paneling and trim. look for

the home's lush Asian influenced front courtyard.

Shelnutt Home Tour organizers are excited for visitors to see all the modern updates that have been done throughout the Shelnutt home. look for

the original house plans which note the “Maid’s Bathroom” within the carport among other interesting details.

Messenger/Gillis Home The home retains almost all of its original features from the 1950s and original architectural elements have been preserved, including a center stairwell to the lower level, walnut paneling and built-ins. look for

lovingly preserved original bathrooms in the home.

First Church of Christ, Scientist

The outside corner of the Marshall/Gilliam home features a deep overhang with clean lines, minimal ornamentation and wrap-around windows seamlessly pulling the outside in.

One of the highlights of this year's tour is the inclusion of a non-residence, a church.

This addition shows that Mid-mod style is present in all types of structures. The church is nearly unchanged from its roots in 1959.

Some of its features include original, simple stained glass with Frank Lloyd Wright-style exterior window grilles and scripture in Neutraface font (named for the well-known architect from California) in the sanctuary. look for

the built-in library seating and stylized desk in the office.

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3 Layers of cream and white pair with gray blue to create a classic French design for the condo at Park Place on Main. Trim is painted China White and the walls are Oyster Shell, both by Benjamin Moore, which Dalton calls a wonderful backdrop.

The focal point of the room is the bed. Dalton’s clients requested a real footboard, a tall order for a tufted king-size bed. This one, by Century, fit the bill with a walnut frame and Crypton linen fabric.

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Night chests and a sunburst mirror boast a French painted patina finish. The mirror was selected to add interest over the bed and to complement the custom floral bedding.

Polished nickel swing-arm sconces take the place of the lamps; these allow for each side to switch on and off the other side.

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Table Bling Mix sterling silver pieces with fresh abandon.

by Stephanie Burnette

Silver flatware was once the ultimate wedding gift and completing twelve place settings a goal for many brides. How times have changed, but the loveliness of a table set with sterling has not diminished.

Many of us inherited some sterling from various relatives of differing patterns and eras and in odd quantity. Before you sell it off for far less than it’s worth, consider a change of heart, especially if you’re willing to bust a few outdated myths.

My t h # 1 Do n’t pu t sterling in t he dis hwas her Gone are the days that sterling had to be hand-washed. You can safely wash sterling and china on a delicate setting in the dishwasher, sometimes called a “light setting” or “glass setting” or you can throw it in with everything else on the normal setting and let it be washed. Sterling is so infrequently used that a trip through the dishwasher a few times a year is perfectly fine.

The only exception is a hollowhandled serving piece since water can get inside it.

My t h # 2 Five pieces make a place -s et t ing A separate, tiny butter knife feels unnecessary. Most of us entertain by buffet line and many guests will bypass a roll.

Sterling knives are useless too, unless they have a serrated edge. But sterling forks are a different story; they are heavy in the hand and spear food with aplomb. I guarantee a meal tastes better with a silver fork. And, no, it doesn’t matter if they are dinner size or what’s called luncheon size.

My t h #3 Sterling ne e ds to be po lis hed Sterling can be stored tarnished; it can even be used tarnished. In every other category of antiques, it’s called “patina” so it’s okay if your silver isn’t blindingly bright. It takes a long time for sterling to get darkly patinaed so use it as-is and polish it every now and then. Fill a sink with really hot water and let sterling soak for 15 minutes.

Clean it with baking soda and sponge. You need nothing else.

My t h #4 Do n’t mix ste r ling and stainles s A sterling fork and a steel knife on a cloth napkin is my preferred table setting. Use sterling forks just for dessert or sterling serving pieces that are pretty in hand and perfectly sized to scoop a side dish or slice a pie. There are no rules to break, only dinner parties not thrown.

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Francis First and Old Maryland Engraved The combination of the highly ornate Reed & Barton pattern aside Kirk Stieff’s stem engraved flatware makes for stunning table.

Strasbourg and Repousee Gorham’s most popular pattern with its perimeter arcs is an ideal accompaniment to Kirk Stieff’s heavy embossed, all-over florals.

Buttercup and Royal Danish The sweetness of Gorham’s open-faced flowers pairs well with the geometry of International Silver’s linear pattern.

Rose Point and William & Mary The unmistakable pattern by Wallace is matched in beauty by the subtle embossed edge of Lunt’s iconic hand.

Selling the Good Stuff So, you’ve decided to divest of the family sterling, but how do you go about selling it? It’s a tradeoff of time and money. To garner the most for your sterling, sell it piece by piece. If time is short, then do the research and locate a buyer who wants it all for a much lower price. eB ay The go-to for selling sterling piece by piece, eBay can offer you the option of an online auction or a buy it now offering.

Use eBay’s pricing tools for what’s selling at the moment and it’s best to include shipping inside your price.

E t sy Consider Etsy for sterling pieces, especially for breaking up a mass of sterling into sets, such as six forks or two serving spoons. Mention other pieces available in your listings. Etsy tends to attract regional antique dealers.

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The Heart of the Home One of the neat things about designing renovations for mature homes is the contemplation of the life – and the lives – that any particular house has witnessed. The old adage, ‘If only these walls could talk,’ is generally used in a pejorative sense, but if walls could talk they might have a lot of warm and uplifting, as well as sad and even traumatic, stories to tell.

This is especially true of a house that is 80+ years old; several generations have occupied that structure, sometimes even from the same family but most often different families.

Homes in need of renovating may be compared to physical bodies that need rejuvenating, and as the most important organ in the body is the heart, so the most important room in the house is the kitchen. It is the heart of the home, and its location in any particular house gives a great deal of insight of how life was lived in that home over the years.

Some houses have their kitchen tucked off the back corner of the main floor, behind a swinging door and isolated from the rest of the living space. This is the ‘servant’ layout; it speaks of the provision of food as a serving function and not integral to the life of the family.

‘Life,’ as it were, didn’t start until the swinging door swung open and the meal was carried to the dining room table. It is one of the great advances of modern residential architecture that the kitchen has been brought ‘front and center,’ where it belongs. The classic old example of this ‘family’ layout is the farmhouse, with the large country kitchen, the informal dining table, and often a large fireplace with cozy seating – pretty much room for everyone in the family and few guests or relatives to boot.

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The NativeStone bathtub, made of a concrete composite material, is the perfect place to take in the lush views of Acadia, near the Saluda River.

Natural Habitat A MODERN CUSTOM BUILD CHECKS ALL THE BOXES FOR ITS FAMILY, INSIDE AND OUT. / by Leigh Savage / photography by Inspiro 8 Studios

When Matt Tindall of Tindall Architecture Workshop got to work on his first house in Acadia, he knew it would be a fun one. The clients, a couple from Portland, Oregon, wanted a modern farmhouse concept, and they “wanted it to feel like they were in a treehouse,” he says.

The site, in a newer section of Acadia that backs up to the Saluda River, dictated much of the design, as it sits on a beautifully wooded lot. “We wanted to take out the fewest trees we could, and not disturb the landscape,” he says. Wrapping the home in windows maximized light and leafy views.

Homeowners Carrie Dale and John Hammes say the finished home hit the mark and then some. “Definitely,” Dale says. “It’s like living in a spa or luxury treehouse. The entire home has an incredible, luxurious, nature vibe to it.”

A lot of people like the sound of modern farmhouse, but there are numerous iterations of the style, so the team had to clarify what the couple was looking for. “They found one online, and while this house is nothing like that house, there were a lot of design ideas we got from it,” Tindall says, including the exterior colors, the style of stone veneer and the home’s overall symmetry.

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The challenge: combine a soaring fireplace, built-ins, firewood storage and a door to the primary bedroom along one wall.

The solution: custom-stained white oak built-ins and a Nova Blue Limestone fireplace stretching to the 24-foot ceiling.

Amy Emery of Amy Emery Interior Design agrees that the home hews to certain elements of farmhouse, but Dale and Hammes didn’t want a direct interpretation. For example, there is no white. “They wanted it to be earthier and warmer,” she says, describing it as “organic modern,” full of warm woods, stone, concrete and natural colors.

Hammes’ home office, with its second story windows, blends seamlessly with its surroundings. “The view of the river with all the leaves off the trees and snow on the ground in winter is incredible,” he says.

One of Tindall’s favorite features is the open, modern staircase near the entryway. “Other than being in the bedroom, you experience that from every room,” he says.

There was a lot of discussion about the staircase and how it worked among the design/build team, not to mention the nearby wall that features a soaring fireplace, custom-stained oak built-ins, wood storage and door to the bedroom.

Andrew Coln of Coln Construction built the home. He says the entire family room is a noteworthy feature, with its seamless flow from the kitchen, and calls the staircase a showstopper. The 24-foot ceilings trimmed with white oak showcases the design team’s talent. “They did an amazing job mixing materials and colors to complement each other,” he says.

Emery loves the choice of a concrete tub, made by NativeStone, in the primary en suite bath. “It makes a gorgeous statement,” she says. A reclaimed teak stool sits next to it, and it’s flanked by a massive window with forest views.

The angular rear patio, made of bluestone, offsets the organic landscape and windows fill the back wall to take advantage of the verdant setting.

“It’s like living in a spa or luxury treehouse,” says homeowner Carrie Dale.

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Machinist Pendants from Restoration Hardware hang above a spacious quartz-topped island flanked by Cherner counter stools, a classic mid-century design.

“Our favorite spot changes almost daily depending on the season, weather, sun and moon.”

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The bath is a favorite of Dale’s too. She refers to it as spalike. “The entire home has an incredible, luxurious, nature vibe to it,” she says.

While white kitchens are trending, the homeowners requested a darker shade, allowing Emery to select a deep charcoal blue that she describes as different yet timeless.

The color, Cyberspace by Sherwin Williams, combines beautifully with creamy quartz countertops, brushed brass accessories and natural wood open shelving. Machinist pendant lights from Restoration Hardware hang above the island, which is flanked by Cherner counter stools, a Midcentury modern classic designed in 1958.

The one room that brings pattern into the mix is the powder room, which involved searching through scores of wallpaper samples to find just the right print. Foret by Hygge & West hit the right note. “It’s very whimsical, but still neutral in color,” Emery says.

Tindall enjoys the opportunity to work with customers who bring a new aesthetic to the Upstate. “We’ve seen an influx of clients from other areas who might be more contemporary-minded, and that has led to some fun, unique design projects,” he says. “The pandemic created the Great Migration, so probably right now 80 percent of our client base is from San Francisco, Chicago, Portland,” and other cities nationwide.

Every home style requires unique skills and materials, and Coln values them all. “Modern styling dictates perfect framing because there is less trim and moldings to cover mistakes,” he says. “Open concepts require diligence in the pre-construction process to ensure proper structural designs.”

Custom cabinets by Hall Handcrafted are painted in Cyberspace by Sherwin Williams. Open shelving and brushed brass accents add to the organic modern vibe.

Wherever they hail from, clients continue to ask for open floor plans with lots of access to the outdoors. “That’s a consistent request we don’t see changing,” Coln says. “And our climate is such that eight or ten months out of the year, you can be outside sitting on a covered porch. That’s inherent in the designs we are doing.”

For the bluestone patio, a curvier design was considered before the team decided on a straight, square structure. “You have the organic part, with woods and the river, so this was a nice juxtaposition and gave a bit of contrast,” Emery says.

The spaces around the home are as well-designed as the home itself. “Families want to not just enjoy one aspect of the home, they want each space to be crafted around how they want to live that is unique to their lifestyle,” Coln says. “Creating a space to dwell, not just live in, has become a necessity.”

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In the primary bedroom, white oak flooring and a picture frame window are the stars of the show. “Our favorite spot changes almost daily depending on the season, weather, sun and moon locations, but there is no least favorite spot,” says Carrie Dale, who owns the home along with husband John Hammes.

“Families want to not just enjoy one aspect of the home, they want each space to be crafted around how they want to live that is unique to their lifestyle. Creating a space to dwell, not just live in, has become a necessity.”

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The powder room is a great place to experiment with pattern, says designer, Amy Emery. The wallpaper is Foret by Hygge & West, a nice complement to the sink set atop a reclaimed chunk of wood.

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Interior designers and decorators share top picks for paint colors and wallpaper, from classics to what's hot.

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e queried design experts for go-to colors, wall treatments and more; questions we get asked from our readers issue after issue. From standout neutrals to wallpaper that makes a statement, the next several pages are chock full of know-how. You could call it tricks of the trade or simply that good taste never goes out of style.

Louise Hane of Louise Hane Interior Design says the ultimate iconic wallpaper is Schumacher Citrus Garden in the colorway Primary because it’s a great balance of whimsy with a modern flair. "It’s an enchanted retreat when you are surrounded by this incredible pattern."

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The ultimate iconic wallpaper pattern Gracie Antique Peony is timeless and will last the test of time. It will fall off the wall before it would ever become passe.

-Caroline Brackett, Caroline Brackett Studio of Design

I love Galbraith and Paul’s Little Lotus in Paprika.

It brings a pop of color and creates fun for a lively powder room or laundry.

-Barbara Dalton, Dalton Interiors

Schumacher’s Queen of Spain in every colorway.

The history of this pattern reads like a fairy tale. I love using it in big spaces and small spaces.

-Sandra Cannon, Sandra Cannon Interiors Teresa Roche's Basketweave Golden is the pattern that I feel like has become iconic in our books.

It's a new pattern but I feel like we could so easily put it in every project we are working on, and it would just work perfectly everywhere!

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Punch of color paint for an interior I love Farrow and Ball Teresa’s Green. It’s like the most perfect blue green. I use it on walls but also love it as an accent trim color.

-Whitney McGregor, Whitney McGregor Designs

Golden Cherry by Benjamin Moore. I love how well it stands on its own, it rarely feels too random from color scheme to color scheme.

-Amanda Louise Campbell, Amanda Louise Interiors

Farrow and Ball Oval Room Blue makes a statement and yet is sophisticated and timeless.

-Barbara Dalton, Dalton Interiors

We love Sherwin Williams Moscow Midnight. It shows up bright in the daytime, and then at night it darkens to make a space more intimate.

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Go-to neutral paint for an interior Greek Villa by Sherwin Williams. It’s a warm, white color that goes with cool or warm tones, no matter where you put it.

-Robbie Randolph and Drew Cauley , Design Resource Gallery I have fallen in love with Winds Breath by Benjamin Moore. It is a great neutral base with the perfect touch of warmth for a bright yet cozy effect.

-Amanda Louise Campbell, Amanda Louise Interiors White Dove by Benjamin Moore. As trim, it works with almost any wall color, and we love the clean look it offers as trim and walls. It is not too white and not too creamy, but still feels warm and versatile.

-Caroline Brackett, Caroline Brackett Studio of Design One of my favorite neutral wall colors is Benjamin Moore's Swiss Coffee. Some paint colors change drastically throughout the day, depending on where the sunlight is hitting the room, but Swiss Coffee doesn't do that as much as other neutral paint colors do.

Current wallpaper crush Phillip Jeffries Modern Moon in Blooming Pink or Venetian Glam Grass.

-Sandra Cannon, Sandra Cannon Interiors Currently, I am super into anything trompe l’oeil. I am thinking of papering my living room in Schumacher Marcel in Stone.

“My long-time wallpaper crush has been on Mulberry Home’s pattern Game Birds in the colorway Multi. It has such intense colors, and the scale is perfect in this small powder room.”

—Louise Hane, Louise Hane Interior Design

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-Whitney McGregor, Whitney McGregor Designs

Phillip Jeffries Velvet Cocoon in Forest Green and we would love to put it in a study.

-Caroline Brackett, Caroline Brackett Studio of Design

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Diary of Two Madcap Gardeners John Loecke and Jason Oliver Nixon of Madcap Cottage offer a peek into their garden projects.

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illustrations by John Loecke

“People are nice, but plants are just so much more amenable.

And, unlike children, they don’t have to go to college.”

- John Loecke We are smitten with anything English.

Well, almost everything. Hence, we aspire to transform our 1930s-era Regency-style Carolinas home into a jewel box that looks like it was plucked from an estate in the heart of the bucolic Cotswolds.

A Rose is a Rose is Not a Rose This spring we are turning to our friends at exceptional Brit-based rose growers David Austin for stunning climbing roses to run up the front façade of our home, the House of Bedlam.

We have attached wire supports to the white brick in readiness for the thorn-free Zephirine Drouhin bare-root varietals that will soon spread their tendrils and deep pink flowers in preparation for the summer ahead. Gorgeous blooms. Easy maintenance.

And the David Austin catalogue and website truly make selecting the perfect rose for your garden a snap.

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We can’t wait to install this gloriette and really get the rig a rocking.

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We have the U-Haul rented and shall be making a road trip to see our talented horticultural pals at River Road Farms in Decatur, Tennessee, to stock up on espaliered stunners. That will be us tooling along Highway 75 south of Knoxville with glorious shrubs poking out here and there.

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Mark Maker

Annie Koelle demonstrates an acuity to delight.

by Faith Adedokun

photography by Eli Warren

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Artist Annie Koelle has long been known for alluring renderings of subject matter ranging from nudes to watermelons, birds to bananas and for some, perhaps most memorably, her devilishly tantalizing ceramic cakes and eclairs that could tempt even the most austere admirer of her work to look on with mouth-watering, stomach grumbling adoration.

Koelle’s evocative imagery is bolstered by a playfulness and paradox that flows through her work. A meeting place for both the quixotic and the deeply contemplative.

The colorful and the subdued. But no matter the subject, delight is at the heart of it all.

“I cannot get away from delight and curiosity. I think at a point, I did kind of feel self-conscious that I was not a dark, melancholy artist. Or that I wasn’t going to be taken seriously. But I’ve come to accept this is what comes out of me,” she says.

The shift in the focus of her work has happened over time and Koelle has decided to simply trust her subject matter. “If I’m drawn to it and I’m coming to these pictures or narratives, it’s not that I’m

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special or there’s something there that I can trust that other people won’t be drawn to as well. There’s a reason outside of me that gives it meaning.”

This is beautifully demonstrated in Koelle’s most recent work: a collection of ceramic vessels and plates suffused with bright colored, Matisse-esque imagery of faces, flowers, and pastoral scenes. If the images weren’t conduit enough to experience the inescapable delight of Koelle’s work, it also includes a herd of tiny ceramic sheep.

Beyond their awe-inducing cuteness, the sheep have marked a shift for her creatively as well. “I’m definitely moving more into forms and mark making. With paint, it’s very much about the brushstroke, leaving a trail,” she says. “So, I’m excited about moving into clay which has mark-making as such a huge tradition. Ultimately, I think I’m a mark maker. It’s a record of movement, and there’s something primal about it that feels good.”

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Ceramics are far from new territory.

Koelle has often used her drawings as a reference for ceramics, sometimes turning an image into sculpture and then back again. “My curiosity has been how to turn drawing into clay. How much linework do I do versus how much sculptural work, so I don’t lose the sense that it’s an animated drawing. My reference point to clay is that I know there is an overlap in how I interact with paint and the way it takes up space and in the way it reacts.”

Though painting was Koelle’s starting point as an artist–her 2005 degree focused on the medium–it has been tabled for the time being. “I know I’ll probably paint again someday, but for now, I feel I am able to move deeper into ceramics and learn more about the ceramics craft.”

This is indeed good news, because like every medium she touches, Koelle’s skill in creating wonder, whimsy, introspection, and delight continues to shine.

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VI LL AG E LI FE Afternoon wine and snacks are the way to entertain, Mediterranean style. recipes by CHEF TANNER MARINO

by STEPHANIE BURNETTE photography by FORREST CLONTS

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erienda is a bit like our happy hour. In southern Europe, especially Spain and Italy and parts of Portugal, merienda is a light meal or a heavy snack consumed with a glass of wine with friends. It nearly always includes something sweet, like a cookie or a small pastry. And, for sure cheese, meats and all the Spanish accompaniments.

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Cheese and Charcuterie Board Chorizo, Serrano ham, two types of aged Spanish Manchego, Drunken Goat, a red wine soaked semi hard goat cheese, olives and Marcona almonds Country Ham and Green Pea Croquettas Bechamel-based fritter with southern ham and local spring peas Pan Con Tomate Crusty bread topped with tomato made into confit Bizcocho A Spanish inspired shortbread cookie topped with house-made strawberry jam

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panish food lends itself to a gathering of people,” says chef Marino. “Dishes are quick and easy, seasonal and fresh. It’s not a chore to make a nice spread for a group. Spring is all about eating outside, it’s not cold and yet it’s not the heat of summer.”

Chef says it’s a season to think about using peas, ham, strawberries, spring onions and leeks, the end of mushroom season and a time to plant tomatoes.

Marino partners with Mission Grape Co. to source farmer-grown and biodynamic wine for Village Kitchen. “I really like Spanish wine for its light acidity,” Marino says. “It goes well with the tomato but also can cut the richness of the croquettas.”

It’s nice to open a bottle of both red and white, particularly from Northern Spain, where the wines produced have a bright, light mouthfeel. A sparkling water is a good addition to cleanse the palate between bites.

This is the type of entertaining ideal for a patio or a screened porch. Everything can be made the day before; simply fry the croquettas as guests arrive.

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CO U N T RY H A M A N D G R E E N P E A C RO Q U E T TA S YIELD: 16

2 Tbsp unsalted butter 2 Tbsp olive oil ¼ cup onion, chopped 7 Tbsp all purpose flour ¾ cup whole milk 6 Tbsp country ham, diced small 2 oz. grated cheese, Manchego or parmesan 3 large eggs 1 ½ cups fresh breadcrumbs ½ cup spring peas, blanched 1 gallon vegetable or canola oil for frying Salt and pepper, to taste HEAT butter in a medium saucepan

over medium heat until melted.

Add onion and season with salt and pepper. Cook until onion is translucent, stirring occasionally.

ADD flour, stir and cook for about one minute. Whisk in milk and bring to a boil. Add diced ham and cheese (reserve a small amount of

cheese) and season with salt and pepper to taste. Let simmer while whisking for about 3 minutes.

Transfer mixture to a glass baking dish and allow to cool completely.

TO MAKE THE EGG WASH , whisk together the eggs in a bowl with a small amount of water. In separate bowl combine the remaining cheese with the breadcrumbs to make the dry breading for the croquettas.

PORTION out the croquettas and

form them with floured hands into a small ball shape. 1 by 1 dip the balls in the egg mixture and then the dry mixture using the same hand for dry and wet. Set on a separate sheet pan lined with parchment paper.

HEAT up oil to a temp of 375 degrees

and then fry the croquettas one by one flipping them once, about 2 minutes, until golden brown. Using a slotted spoon transfer croquettas to a paper towel lined sheet pan.

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1 cup lard (do not substitute shortening) 1½ cups all purpose flour 1 tsp salt 1 cup sugar, divided ½ Tbsp cinnamon 2 tsp anise seed 1 egg yolk ½ cup white wine or fruit juice 2 tsp cinnamon, for tossing Strawberry jam

PREHEAT oven to 350 degrees. Beat the lard until creamy.

MIX the wine or fruit juice with ½

cup sugar, ½ tablespoon cinnamon and anise seed. Add to lard and mix with wooden spoon. Add the egg yolk, mixing well. Add enough flour to make soft dough, roll out to ½ inch thick and cut in desired shapes and place on greased cookie sheet.

BAKE 15 minutes, checking often to prevent burning.

MIX the remaining ½ cup of sugar

and 2 tsp cinnamon and coat the cookies in the mix while still warm.

Press your thumb into each cookie after leaving the cinnamon/sugar mix and add a dallop of your local strawberry jam.

LET SIT at room temperature to cool.

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CUAT RO VI Ñ OS These four Spanish wines are great on their own, but really shine with food.

Many wine drinkers, myself included, often forget about Spain. And that’s a shame. Spain has a long and storied history in wine production and has terroir that is conducive to producing great grapes. France and Italy may dominate our minds when thinking about Old World wines, but Spain is right up there. In fact, it’s the second-largest producer of wine in the world, behind only France, and ahead of Italy.

There are two things I really love about Spanish wines: they are foodfriendly, and they are typically a great value. These four wines, all from northern Spain, are no exception.

As I sampled these wines with light appetizers, their balance and finesse was hard to ignore. The icing on the cake? Three of the four retail for $20 or less.

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by PETE MARTIN photo by FORREST CLONTS

Mission Grape Co. sources many farmer-grown wines for Greenville restaurants and bottle shops, including these picks from Northern Spain, photographed at Village Kitchen and paired with apps by Chef Marino.

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The Chan de Rosas winery incorporates grapes from small, independent growers who, in some cases, are cultivating vines more than 70 years old. Combining grapes from multiple sites produces a balanced wine that truly offers honest insight in to the Salnés region of Spain.

This wine presents a nose of gardenia, peaches apricots and citrus. On the palate, this white wine is fresh, with medium body and a hint of salinity on the finish.

It’s a people-pleaser that would pair nicely with smoky cheese or seafood.

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Viura isn’t a super-common varietal, at least in the United States, but it is widely planted in the Rioja region, making it the second-most-grown white grape variety in Spain. Typically, it is blended with other varietals, or made into fresh, young wines.

That’s what we have here.

Although it presents with a pale-yellow color in the glass, this is a very mild and nicely balanced wine, with great mouthfeel and just a hint of tartness. It would go with almost any light seafood, pasta or cheese; just be sure not to overpower its delicate flavors.

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This is Rioja at its best. This wine is 80% tempranillo, moderated with three other varietals, including viura. Grapes from old vines planted in clay soils make up this somewhat young-tasting wine that, despite its vintage, could be cellared for five or more years. But in its present state, it is a wonderful red, with a nose of spice, leather and earth.

On the palate, dark red fruits dominate with hints of green pepper. There’s also nice acidity and smooth tannins, as well as an obvious influence of the 18 months of aging in French and American oak. Pair this wine with big dishes, but it also would work well with appetizers such as bold cheese or cured meats.

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