At Home Fall 2019

A magazine for Upstate Living

Fall 2019

THE ELEMENTS OF SOUTHERN STYLE

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Hey There Pumpkin

P H OTO G R A P H Y BY C A R T E R T I P P I N S

Why employ a candle when a miniature gourd fits just at well; our cover story is home to a family that takes note of the changing season, inside and out. Katherine Brooks has a talent for styling, ever altering the surfaces in their restored Victorian. The historic home houses TEN fireplaces and each mantel is lovingly curated with natural elements and whimsical touches.

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CONTENTS Fall 2019

FEATURES

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A Funny Thing Happened Relocating to Charleston took a turn when a designer home checked all the boxes

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A Home Place One of the most recognized addresses in the town of Central is being restored room by room

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Riverview Luxury Only views of the Reedy can match the splendor of this RiverPlace penthouse

8. THRESHOLD 14. NOTES FROM HOME

The Collection: items and ideas to inspire 25. IN BLOOM Amaranth en Masse 28. SAVE THESE DATES Fall Events 32. ASKED & ANSWERED Goodbye Critters 34. OFF THE SHELF Coffee Table Books 38. STYLE SPOTTER Arts & Crafts Design 43. COMPOSITION Christina Cohen 46. HOW TO Hand-Lettered Style

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53. NOOKS Built for Technology 58. OPEN TABLE Etiquette 60. DETOURS The Pecan Trail 64. TRANSITIONS Looking Ahead

Modus: methods for home and life 121. TREASURE Brass Candlesticks 124. WHAT TO DRINK NOW Wine Dive 126. JUST DESSERT Creme Caramel 131. ON THE TABLE Bread Bowls 134. PANTRY Garlic 136. GREEN LIVING Composting Options 138. DIGS Ultimate Coop 141. SHOP Advertisers' Index 144. BEHIND THE WALL Chalkboard Discovery

ON OUR COVER: The dinner table is place for family and friends, old and new, and its warmth was adroitly captured for our cover by photographer Carter Tippins.

“A September to remember. An October full of splendor. A November to treasure.”

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C LO C K W I S E F R O M TO P : C H E L S E Y A S H F O R D ; C H E L S E A L A N E P H OTO G R A P H Y; L ATOYA D I XO N S M I T H

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Our Attention to Detail Leads to an Uncommon Renovation Experience

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Guests Are Coming!

My mother taught me an adage regarding the proprieties of overnight visits: Three nights with friends; two with family! Of course this is meant in jest (depending on the family), but many a truth is spoken thus. We have probably all heard horror stories of guests or family members who overstayed their welcome by days, weeks, and sometimes even years. If we were to design against this possibility in our renovations, the guest suite would be bare cell with a cot – just to encourage folks not to stay too long!

But in reality we use the guest suite as a showpiece, partly to make our visitors feel welcome and comfortable, and partly to impress.

There are also times when an extended stay is not only not a problem but is a huge help. For instance, when the first baby comes (who is perhaps the first grandchild as well), an extended stay by the grandmothers in turn is a welcome extra pair of hands for the new parents and a wonderful time for the grandmothers as well. But this scenario also highlights an important feature in designing where the guest(s) will stay: the need for some privacy and downtime. Grandparents haven’t had sleepless nights and crying babies for several decades; their tolerance levels may have dipped a bit, and a quiet place to retreat and recuperate will make the stay more enjoyable for all.

AJH Renovations, LLC gets that, and designs accordingly.

Enter the en-suite or, as some refer to it, the second master. This increasingly popular design feature finds a place in the house for a separate bedroom fully equipped with its own en-suite bathroom. The purpose of this suite is to both welcome the guest and to make their stay as comfortable as possible, giving them a place to take a break from inevitable stresses of an away-from-home visit. This also relieves stress on the hosts, as well, so it’s a win-win situation.

The components of the guest suite are fairly standard, though the design theme will vary from home to home. A large bedroom allows for a sitting area and a separate TV; a medium-sized closet (walk-in, not just bifold doors) keeps the guest from having to live out of a suitcase their whole visit. We try to throw in a balcony if possible. But it is the bathroom that is the key feature: attached to the bedroom for extra privacy, this room will have a spacious, tiled shower, a vanity with extra countertop space, and perhaps even a free-standing tub for a relaxing soak at the end of the day. This guest haven is always a challenge to fit into a planned renovation, but at AJH Renovations, LLC we have been finding room under roof gables and over garages to create this warm & welcoming space. We leave it to you to figure out how to get your guests to leave.

Notes From Home

Fall is a southerner’s reward for having survived summer. — James Farmer

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Lynn Greenlaw Editor-in-Chief Contact me at lgreenlaw@communityjournals.com or call 864.679.1200 and leave me a message. I always welcome your comments and suggestions.

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Editor-in-Chief Lynn Greenlaw on the Brooks family's porch.

This engaging story is aptly titled A Home Place. And, see even more of all three of our featured homes on our website atHomeupstate.com

ave you survived the summer? Bravo! We certainly can relate to James’ quote since this year it has been a blazer.

But…now on to Fall. It can’t come quickly enough so we have rounded up lots of great articles to get you fully in the mood for another wonderful Southern autumn.

Our feature homes lean toward the epitome of Southern style. Our cover home might not be exclusive to the South, but it is a classic. And the homeowners have done an incredible job of restoring it to its former glory while adapting it to fit their lifestyle needs.

Then there’s the Charleston-style home, it’s definitely a classic in the South, whose owners have brought a totally different vibe to the interior décor. It’s elegant and glamorous.

Who wouldn’t want to live where they could have a river view and easy access to everything offered in downtown Greenville? The owner of our penthouse condo feature wanted that option and engaged his favorite interior designer to create a beautiful environment for him.

They had a good start since the home was previously owned by one of the family members who created a treasured entertainment complex, the Peace Center.

There’s a whole different type of house that you won’t want to miss in Digs. It’s truly unique and, I’m guessing, one of a kind.

Some fabulous recipes will whet your appetite for autumn in On the Table and you’ll see some treasured items from another era to light the table in Treasure. Check out the perfect sideboard for your dining room too in Style Spotter.

Plan ahead for all the party invitations and cards that you’ll be addressing soon as you learn all about the art of hand-lettering in How To. And if you’re headed to the coast soon, make a stop in Florence to stock up on pecans for the holidays. You’ll learn more about this interesting city in Detours.

Don’t forget to glance through the Calendar too for a list of events to look forward to in the next few weeks.

Have a wonderful fall season and we’ll be back with more in November. Meanwhile…enjoy!

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This home features an open living-dining-kitchen space, a large master suite, and two additional bedrooms on the main level. A spacious laundry room with access from the garage and master closet provides an excellent storage solution for this family. The upstairs features two additional bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a large open loft space for additional living.

A custom home provides opportunity to create spaces that are specific to your individual family needs. We specialize in creating beautiful and functional spaces for wonderful families to reside in for years to come!

Take a look at our blog to see more of this family and their home and learn more about our process in designing this comprehensive home design.

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Items and ideas to inspire

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_ Calendar: Events of Note _ PG. 32 Asked & Answered: Critters

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_ Off The Shelf: Table books PG. 38 _ Style Spotter: Arts & Crafts PG. 43 _ Composition: Christina Cohen PG. 46 _ Skills: Hand-lettering PG. 34

IN BLOOM

Provenance Fresh from the field, Amaranth pays homage to fall's abundance.

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The Collection In Bloom

The Single Life One flower, heavily grouped, makes a statement.

F LOW E R S S O U R C E D A N D S T Y L E D BY PAU L VAU G H N O F F LOW E R L I N A .

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aybe it’s the ease of how quickly this is accomplished, but the trend of a single flower arrangement feels fresh in all the right ways.

Household items contain these blooms best; crocks or pitchers, old or new, feel at home in our spaces, be it the kitchen counter or a dining room sideboard. A simple glass pitcher with straight lines is a good choice for a modern aesthetic. Old pottery with a slurry glaze adds a good dose of south to a room, field flowers in ceramic portraying simple romance.

It’s key to trim a good amount of leaves from stems when arranging a single bloom bouquet, keeping it from looking like a bush in a vase. Quantity is important too. You’ll likely need more stems than expected and employing a frog is always a good idea to keep some sprays more upright than others.

Think about asymmetry when putting a single variety together. Allowing your arrangement to drift to one side en masse can create

noticeable drama. Adding a natural element like willow can offer some structure or height without distracting from the milieu.

We think Amaranth hits the right note for this trend as late summer fires up impending autumn color. Its velvety flowers, both the upright variety and those heavy with cascading tassels, offer richly saturated color to a room. It is considered a short-lived herb, with about 60 known species. The Aztecs utilized both its blooms and seed for ritual ceremony believing it offered superhuman powers, imagine that.

Its name comes from a trait that homeowners will admire, from the Greek word for unfading. Amaranth holds its shape and color long after most arranged flowers (up to two weeks). If cut and slowly dried, the tassels can retain their hue for months. Its unexpected form and nontraditional blooms seem to bridge what’s best about the season, a time of abundance.

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The Collection Calendar

SAVE THE DATE S E P TE M BE R

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CHOW CHOW ASHEVILLE

The inaugural year of the culinary event kicks off with a bevy of talks, tastings and events by some of the Carolinas most celebrated chefs and makers.

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I N DI E CR A FT PAR AD E TIMMONS ARENA

The 10th Indie Craft is moving to Furman with more makers (and more food) than ever before. Don’t forget to bring your gift list.

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From food & wine to home & garden, and of course art & design, fall is the season to mark your calendar.

O C TOBER

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AN T I Q U ES, F I N E A RT & DESI G N W E EKEN D GCMA

The 34th annual weekend includes an antique show, luncheon and nationally acclaimed speakers on high design.

Two dozen dealers bring fine wares from across the country.

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View the newest holiday décor along with delicious libations at this popular Greenville evening out. Grab your friends and make a tradition of it.

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AP P L E HA RV EST F EST I VA L WAYNESVILLE, NC

One of the “10 Best Fall Harvest Festivals in the Nation” is just up the road for all things apple: food, crafts, cider and music.

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HIGHLANDS, NC

Jianna, Butcher & Bee, Never Blue and more of your favorites are heading to the mountains to toast everything Highlands has to offer.

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Visit over 145 artists as they open their studios to the public across a 15-mile radius.

Look for Sommelier Laurie Forster to peel back the labels with a fantastic rosé tasting along with culinary and music events all weekend long including the gorgeous Sunday Supper.

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SOUTH ERN HO M E & GARD E N S H OW GREENVILLE CONVENTION CENTER

This beloved three-day annual event is the largest home and garden show in the state chock full of ideas, innovation and experts to query.

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Q. W hat can you do if you discover bats living in attic spaces?

A. Th ere are 14 native species of bats living in SC, but the Mexican Free Tailed bat is the most commonly encountered species living in structures. Due to the health risks, such as rabies and other disease pathogens, we recommend hiring a trained professional to remove the bats. Typically, an “exit only” exclusion device will be installed so the bats can leave the building unharmed during nightly feeding trips. Once the bats are out of the structure, we will seal all entry points.

Q. W hat's the difference between a squirrel and a chipmunk and do I care?

A. The eastern gray squirrel is the most

common species in our area with their long bushy tails and are often seen running up trees occupying large-leaf filled stick nests high in the canopy.* Chipmunks, sometimes called ground squirrel or striped squirrel are about one third the size of a gray squirrel and dig holes in the ground for nesting. Both species can cause damage by their persistent gnawing of wires, wood trim, and even outdoor furniture. The word rodent is derived from a Latin term and means “to gnaw”.

Q. What about moles in my yard?

A. Moles are small mammals that

The foothills of the Upstate provide four seasons of natural beauty, which sometimes can find its way into our homes, out buildings and yards. Squirrels, bats, bees and more can happily share the neighborhood says our expert and be kept away from where their antics are less than desired.

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Critter Capers

dig shallow burrows to find their favorite food of earthworms. This burrowing can be unsightly as well as separate the grass roots from the soil and cause turf damage. There are a few EPA labeled bait products formulated to kill moles and multiple lethal traps on the market specifically designed to catch moles.

They are territorial and will multiply quickly in areas with available resources.

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The Collection Off the Shelf

Stunning and Smart Coffee Table Books that earn their space / by A.K. Freeland / photography by Eli Warren

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hether you are looking for a gift or a statement piece for your table, these collections offer magnificent photographs with equally enthralling narrative. These books are sure to serve as a centerpiece for the room and a gorgeous reference tool.

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Fashion's Passion Coveted and collected, Hermes scarves are fashion legend. Since the first scarf in 1937, the House of Hermes has produced more than 2,000 different designs. Each square of silk is a work of art created in stages by artisans reflecting current fashion and a nod to the heritage of Hermes. Not just an accessory, each scarf makes a statement of mood and tells a story. Though French, the scarves range with global motifs, many featuring the Hermes equestrian theme. At once, playful and sophisticated, like its subject, this collection inspires admiration and intrigue.

The Hermes Scarf: History and Mystique By Nadine Coleno • Thames and Hudson Publishing • $95

Living History Sit back, sip some iced tea, and take a tour of thirty plantation homes in South Carolina. Representing a bygone era, these opulent homes are a source of intrigue and admiration. Filled with history, Confederate or Union Troops occupied many of these homes. With tales of domestic, military, and architectural history, the walls are talking in these homes. Featuring homes and landscapes from South Carolina’s Coastal Region, Sandhills Region, and the Piedmont Region, this book may serve as an itinerary for a South Carolina road trip, or feel like you have already taken one.

AU T U M N M AG I C S OY C A N D L E BY M AG N O L I A S C E N T S BY D E S I G N ; PA I N T I N G O N B OA R D BY J E F F R E Y L E D E R F R O M A R T & L I G H T G A L L E RY: B O O K S F R O M C AC H E & CO .

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Paths for Two Wheels Michael Blann, photographer and cyclist, has gathered one hundred seventy-three breathtaking photographs of Europe’s most staggering cycling climbs. More than a visual record, Blann also sought to capture how cyclists feel about the individual mountains. He includes race locations of intense rivalry, which, in his opinion, marks the perception of the area for other elites and amateur cyclists alike. Equal parts tour, history, and bucket list, the gorgeous vistas will inspire the cyclist and generate admiration in the spectator.

Mountains: Epic Cycling Climbs By Michael Blann • Thames and Hudson Publishing • $50

Color's Influence Catherine Legrand has spent twenty years traveling and researching indigo textiles. This book features her vast knowledge of indigo clothing traditions, patterns, and ancient techniques, exploring the production of indigo textiles throughout America, China, India, Africa, Central Asia, Japan, Laos, and Vietnam. This fascinating collection features 500 beautiful photographs and drawings telling the story of the fabric and the people behind the textile and clothing traditions from around the world. Each place has created an ethnic character stamp to indigo.

Indigo: The Color That Changed The World By Catherine Legrand • Thames and Hudson Publishing • $65

Amassing Art Peggy Cooper Cafritz a Washington activist, philanthropist, and co-founder of the Duke Ellington School of the Arts, amassed one of the most important art collections of work by people of color in the country, featuring more than 300 works of African, African American and Caribbean art. However, nearly the entire collection was destroyed when a fire consumed her 15,000-square-foot residence in 2009.

Almost a decade after that tragedy, this new volume showcases the treasures that Cafritz lost and the new collection she assembled in its wake.

Fired Up! Ready to Go! Finding Beauty, Demanding Equity: An African American Life In Art—The Collections of Peggy Cooper Cafritz. By Peggy Cooper Cafritz and Charmaine Picard, editors • Rizzoli Electa Publishing • $75

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It's the late 1800's England and notable persons such as designer William Morris, architect Phillip Webb, and painters Ford Madox Brown and Edward Burne Jones were less than enamored with the mass-produced and rather banal decorative arts that were a product of the Industrial Revolution.

Together they rallied a group of interior decorators and manufacturers to return to the quality and spirit of medieval craftsmanship.

Their dedication produced an array of handcrafted metalwork, jewelry, wallpaper, furniture, and books. The movement thrived in England and moved to America (where it later became known as Mission Style) and Japan where each country added its own impression of the style.

Our Arts and Crafts focus is on pieces that have a place in any decor and are available through Old Colony Furniture. With the holidays heading our way soon, any one of these classic examples would be an artistically lovely addition to your home.

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“The Arts & Crafts design is rooted in comfort and uncompromised quality making it a beautiful addition to any room. ” — Ashlee Arata

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In America, Gustav Stickley created the Stickley Company and became the preeminent provider of affordable furnishings in the style that began in England and found its place in the homes of America. The Stickley Company still exists and collectors prize its furniture.

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1. 2019 COLLECTOR EDITION CONSOLE TABLE This console table is uniquely Stickley. Beautiful handcrafted Motawi Riverscape tiles and American hardwoods give this piece its natural charm. $1995.

2. DESMOND WALLPAPER The intricate repetition of this Thibaut wallpaper offers an unexpected nod to the classic pattern we love from this design period. $97. Per roll 3. HARVEY ELLIS COCKTAIL TABLE The Viking ship inlay motif of this table is a stunning example of Stickley’s craftsmanship. $1595.

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4. MAYBECK TABLE LAMP The cool tones in this Tiffany style lamp help soften the weight of traditional Arts and Crafts pieces without losing the aesthetic. $399.

5. NASH DRINK TABLE Hand-hammered and shaped by the skilled craftsmen of Charleston Forge, this small but mighty drink table integrates style without stealing the show. $595.

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6. PRENTIS SIDEBOARD Gracefully tapered legs and the streamlined look of this Nicols and Stone piece offer subtle design that compliments the masculinity of most Arts & Crafts pieces. $2530.

Already a fan of Arts and Crafts style? Or just becoming one?

Check out the annual show at the Omni Grove Park Inn in Asheville, N.C. in February for a chance to learn more and purchase antique and contemporary craft items.

Visit www.arts-craftsconference. com for all the information about the event.

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The Water Bearer Christina Cohen captures southern life in watercolor. / by Tasha L. Harrison /photography by Latoya Dixon Smith Leaving Christina Cohen’s downtown Greenville home with a half dozen, still warm eggs is the perfect punctuation on an afternoon spent with the watercolorist. Her light-filled home and the studio space just beyond it would inspire almost anyone. For Cohen, it seems to be the ever-elusive key to making creativity the center of her life.

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Irish born and Bronx raised, Cohen’s love for watercolors was cultivated at The High School of Art & Design in New York City where she experienced people from all cultures and walks of life.

“Taking that bus and train into Manhattan opened me to a whole new world. It really felt as if I’d finally found my people,” she says. Later when she attended college, Cohen tried everything from oil painting to printmaking, but always came back to watercolors because it of its portability.

Her education at the School of Art & Design played a big part in creating a mindset that always kept art at the center of her life, however, like most, the pressure to convert art into dollars was difficult to escape (especially when Cohen sold her first piece while still in high school).

“Selling your work does validate your creativity in a way but creating just to sell can be problematic. Art is often deemed unimportant and undervalued and that can taint your work. But for me, if I can create something that makes someone feel something; the gratitude for that moment is why I do it,” Cohen says.

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It’s that gratitude that allows Cohen to approach her painting with new eyes, and new motivations.

Cohen chose watercolor for the exact reason why so many artists find it difficult: the fluidity. “It’s just so fascinating. I love how the washes flow. You never know what you’re going to get. In some way, you can control it, but it’s the unexpected that’s beautiful,” she says.

A skilled watercolorist is one that can not only embrace the unpredictability of the pigmented water as they craft their piece, but also harness it. As a lifelong learner, Cohen is constantly curious to attempt different techniques. “There’s just so much out there that I didn’t know before. I’ve learned so much about how something as simple as brushes and the type of paper you use can change the freshness and luminosity of each piece.” The artist believes that challenging herself is an integral part of her process.

Cohen also chooses challenging subjects, the aforementioned chickens being chief among them. She never set out to paint chickens or have a coop for that matter, but the brick cottage she

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and her husband bought in North Main just a few years ago came with both a large coop (designed by architect Jennifer Gosnell) and several heirloom variety hens.

“Chickens are so amusing to watch. I would get right down in the coop and sketch them,” she says.

With a steady brush, Cohen creates expressive and almost human-like renderings of the chickens in her backyard coop as well as a few pups who will sit still long enough to let her capture their countenance.

The beauty of Cohen’s work lies in its unique qualities. How she plays with transparency, opacity, pigment density are as distinctive as the artist herself, but most of all, it’s how Cohen lets go and finds a balance between controlling and freeing the paint to become something beautiful. “If I have a piece of advice it would be to do art every day.

Paint every day. No matter how little it is, make art a part of your everyday life.”

Christina Cohen’s fuzzy chickens and captured scenes of Greenville in watercolor are available at UrbanDigs and christinacohenart.com. Eggs from the coop are not for sale.

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Hand-Lettered The craft of modern calligraphy. / by Kim Buffington /photography by Chelsea Lane Photography

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eing greeted by a hand-penned message feels really good. Perhaps it’s because the technology around us demands that we scroll and tap and swipe, that handwritten details are so charming and unexpected.

Hand-lettering garners attention because it is its own unique font. It makes you look.

Enthusiasm for modern calligraphy is happening and this craft has high appeal. The technique itself is extremely personal because letters are created with a series of hand strokes – each letter takes on a personality of its own as the pen dances across the paper. The act of changing the pen’s pressure and connecting the strokes is relaxing and addicting. To the creator, the formation of letters and words feels free flowing and rhythmic.

When it comes to putting this revived art form to work the results are very personal, too. Hand-lettering is ideal for all sorts of DIY endeavors, especially those that necessitate a meaningful touch. Party and wedding favors are at the top of the list – invites, place cards and menus assume keepsake status when they are penned by hand.

Creating very specific even quirky décor is also a clever way to showcase hand-lettering. Framed words and quotes make one-of-a-kind statements in a space or on a gallery wall (think names, favorite words, places). And, while paper is the most popular surface for modern calligraphy, wood, glass, chalkboard and other materials are also candidates for personalizing.

Perhaps the best part about modern calligraphy: it’s fun to do with friends. There is a real social aspect to handlettering and something almost cathartic about doing it alongside others. No two calligraphers will interpret letters in the same way and that’s what’s significant about the process and the hand-lettered pieces that are created.

Area classes are now being offered in the Upstate by a company named Sip & Script. You can master modern calligraphy strokes while enjoying a cocktail with other lettering enthusiasts or even better, ask about private lettering events.

The season is soon upon us for holiday gatherings, teambuilding exercises and parties with your best pals (not to mention addressing holiday cards).

Stephanie Elmerick, a local Sip & Script artist, loves to see creativity bloom in her classes. “Attendees learn and practice basic strokes using letter guides, and then put them to use. It’s fun to experience all the positive energy,” she says.

This positivity is not surprising. I had a short practice session with Stephanie and was a bit giddy to see the letters rolling easily across the page. Were they all perfect? Not quite. But they were all mine.

Getting Started A calligraphy pen, ink, nibs and card stock paper are basics. Tracing paper and lettering guides are great for practicing stroke work.

Paint markers and brushes are also options. These supplies are easy to find at craft stores and online.

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Luxury Tech Step inside the Upstate’s smartest bath at the Inspiration Home. / by Brendan Blowers / photography by TJ Getz

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[above] Good design is often found in the details, like with these push open custom cabinets that form the foundation of the luxurious double sink vanity. Each door smoothly pops open with the softest touch, while being smartly inset from the Cambria quartz countertop, so there's nothing to catch a robe on when leaning over the sink. [right] While the waterproof control panel offers fingertip control of every aspect of the shower experience, traditional hardware, like the polished chrome cross handle faucets keep a touch of the familiar.

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“SHE’S LISTENING right now,” says Jerry Fay, co-owner of Milestone Custom Homes, builder of the Inspiration Home at Hartness.

“She” is Alexa, the smart home device that powers almost everything inside this home including the bath fixtures that make this master bath a marvel of modern elegance.

Milestone Custom Homes worked with Kohler on this bathroom which showcases the brand’s Kohler Konnect line. Behind two glass doors is a shower system where lighting, color, sound and water can all be controlled through an app accessed via a waterproof touchscreen mounted to the wall or by simply saying to the speaker in the room, “Alexa, start my morning shower.”

Kohler Konnect can be configured to work with any smart home system such as Alexa, Google Home or Apple’s Siri and aims to leverage artificial intelligence to create the most personalized shower and bathroom experience ever. “You can set it for music to come on, the shades to come down, the tub to fill at 120 degrees, you customize it for the function you want,” says Fay. With technology getting more efficient than ever before, it’s an exciting time to be building custom homes. Gone are the days of needing an entire extra room to hold a computer “brain” to power all of this intuitive tech; this bathroom’s data is stored in the cloud. “In the last three to five years, we’ve really transitioned to technology that is more affordable and really easy,” says Fay. While voice-controlled faucets and lights are cool and fun to control, it’s the coupling of great function and design that elevates this bathroom’s status to wow. The shower head and tub combo are part of an entire wet room surfaced with Carrera marble floors and porcelain tile walls sourced through Clayton Tile and all are watertight and easy to maintain.

There are no cumbersome curbs or dividers to deal with and the crown jewel is the Kohler 775-jet “real rain” gravity head in the ceiling, which can be told to fall light, heavy or as a deluge of water that flows into the

low-profile drain in the floor. “Alexa, make it rain.”

In addition to the wet room, there are two sinks in a natural quartz countertop by Cambria with inset maple drawers. Fay chose quartz for the zero maintenance he says. “Looks like marble, performs like stainless steel.” A real plus in a hardworking master bath.

Inside a water closet across from the shower sits a Kohler Veil Comfort Height dual-flush toilet. It’s a sleek one-piece intelligent unit that can be partitioned off by a gently sliding pocket door.

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doesn’t have to take up a massive space. Fay says, “What have we solved with this bath? Showing you can get everything you’d ever want in a smaller footprint.” And, he points out that while this design works to perfection in custom-built construction, the spa-like features can be retrofit to any home, old or new.

Technology today is becoming more about freedom of choice; the freedom to have every desirable feature simply by having the right tools at hand.

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Is Etiquette Dead?

No Ma’am An essay about minding our manners.

I ONCE READ THAT the origin of the phrase ‘cold shoulder’ involved placing a cold mutton shank on the hearth to signal guests it was time to leave. Can you imagine? Meat’s up, time to go folks! While I was grateful that the custom was dated, I was both entertained and intrigued and found myself delving into the world of protocol.

I knew the basics but wanted to learn about the origins of etiquette and how to navigate more complicated situations. What happens if the person next to you at the table uses your bread plate? This is obviously hypothetical as having two non-keto people at dinner is no

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longer a possibility, but what if? I enrolled in a long weekend etiquette certification class at the Protocol School of Washington to find out more.

I was studying etiquette, the rules that govern social practices. As a refresher, protocol refers more narrowly to the guidelines for national and international government culture and ranking. The term manners envelopes how one behaves toward others, so manners include not only action, but also attitude and intent. In other words, heart.

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more important than eating a roll. I wanted to teach children that. You can have perfect etiquette and prickly manners. Etiquette is a set of rules to play the game, but manners are the skills to be a good sport.

If the game were the same in every community, we’d all be set, right? However, they aren’t. You can board a plane and suddenly your ‘yes ma'am’ becomes not only unnecessary but patronizing. In travel, local custom may contradict your tradition. Gather all of the boys in your family for this one: burping after a meal expresses delight and gratitude in some parts of the world. Learning the basic rules of etiquette is a way to learn the language of respect unique to a culture. And, each relationship.

Mary Oliver said, “Real attention needs empathy; attention without feeling is just a report.” Isn’t that what respect is all about, real attention? Handwriting a note is delightful not because of a rule, but because it represents acknowledgment.

In the etiquette classes I later taught, we spent most of the time acting out scenarios they had learned at home: practicing introductions, situational meals or how to ask a forgotten name. In one class, I had ten boys ages eight to eleven, each dressed in blazers with sailor brass buttons. The lesson for the day was titles.

For the demonstration, one boy drew “Dr.” out of the box and his classmate needed to introduce him with his title and chosen last name. The shy eight-year-old accidentally said, “I’d like to introduce to you Mr. Evil.” The quick-witted ten-year-old quickly corrected, “Uh that’s Dr. Evil to you. I didn’t pay $100,000 in medical school to be called mister.” It was a good laugh and an unplanned lesson.

While a social corrector makes for an entertaining character in novels, the presence of a behavior police at a gathering precludes authentic connection. Critique drums up superiority and reveals the critic as a dolt, no matter how correct. How we behave toward others offers an opportunity to show respect, offer graciousness. I believe manners are the WD-40 of relationship.

As culture and social rules evolve, this lubrication is needed. Rules change, so research and discernment are indispensable… cell phone etiquette, text speak and writing in print or cursive all come to mind. “Know your audience” is a good start, but respect your audience is the end goal, right? The best-mannered person in the room is someone who knows how to make everyone feel at ease.

Is etiquette dead? No, just elastic.

P.S. One thing still holds true. “Please” and “thank you” should never, ever, be abbreviated.

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Nuts for Florence There's much to experience along SC's Pecan Trail as well as a graciousness that's home grown. / by Sandra Woodward / illustration by Tatjana Mai-Wyss

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AS THE MIDPOINT between New York City and Miami on I-95, Florence gets a lot of outof-state traffic. But the largest city in the Pee Dee region is a great destination for us locals, too. The area’s antebellum history is preserved in The Columns, a plantation that can be toured by reservation, and in two beautifully restored hewn-timber cabins on the Francis Marion University campus. The downtown area is home to the award-winning Florence County Museum and Francis Marion University’s exciting new performing arts center, and two top-quality hotels.

The 55-acre Pee Dee State Farmers Market celebrates the region’s rich and diverse agricultural heritage with a fabulous array of produce and food products in a unique drive-through space. Florence is also the hub of the South Carolina Pecan Trail, and we suggest topping off a tasty lunch at Julia Belle’s at the farmer’s market with their justifiably famous White Russian Pecan Pie. Nearby Young Plantations Pecans offers samples of the tasty nut in numerous flavors and an array of pecan-related items, and local chefs throughout the area feature pecans in sweet and savory menu items.

From antique malls to quaint boutique storefronts, Florence offers shoppers a wide variety of options, and there are plenty of selections for accommodation if you decide to stay overnight.

TWO GIRLS TREASURES AT THE PEE DEE STATE FARMERS MARKET Fabulous finds of vintage furniture and home goods and decor. The friendly owners greet you with typical Southern hospitality while leaving you to browse to your heart’s content. They carry a nice line of supplies for refreshing and reimagining your treasures.

2513 W. Lucas St. 843-230-9877 twogirlstreasure.com CONSIDER THE LILIES In the heart of downtown, this unique shop offers fresh flowers and floral designs. In addition, gifts and accessories such as Kew pottery and Dana Gibson porcelains are available.

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THIEVES MARKET A favorite plunder spot with antiques, kitsch and fun finds for home and garden. Take your time to sort through the vast array of architectural elements and other ephemera that makes visiting this warehouse-size horde a true adventure.

1820 E. Palmetto St. 843-664-8103 YOUNG PLANTATIONS PECANS Nationally a household name, Young Pecan has been selling the south’s favorite tree nut since the 1920s. This flagship store offers 16 varieties of flavored pecans as well as an in-house bakery that’s perfect for lunch, baked goods, pecan pie and tons of kitchen wares and gifts.

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Where to eat (and retreat) in Florence, SC The Hotel Florence is a restored inn featuring spacious, updated rooms.

Victor’s (in the Hotel Florence) as well as nearby Town Hall offer fine-dining menus while maintaining casual Southern charm and notably both are home to SC Chef Ambassadors. In addition to music, Jazz on Dargan is perfect small-plate fare and cocktails and Tubb’s is a renovated gas station where fresh seafood and local craft beer fuel a happy crowd just outside of town. King Jefe is great for tacos and drinks, and of course it wouldn’t be South Carolina without barbecue on the menu, so check out Wholly Smokin’ Downtown.

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Future Perfect Two families crack the code on their family’s next step / by Leigh Savage /photography by Rebecca Lehde, Inspiro 8 Studios

IN THE WORDS OF YOGI BERRA, If you don’t know where you’re going, you’ll end up someplace else. With the future in mind, two families with Upstate aspirations took action now designing homes they use occasionally but consider their permanent homes in the near-ish future.

JUST OUTSIDE CITY LIFE Jeff and DeAnn Moser have lived in Charlotte for thirty years and have enjoyed vacationing at their lakeside home at Keowee Falls South for the past decade. As the couple began eyeing retirement, they knew the Cliffs ticked all the right boxes. “We love the focus on health and well-being, the golf, the social activities. I love riding bikes and motorcycles; DeAnn loves tennis and we both love hiking,” says Jeff.

While their Keowee home gave them access to all of these amenities, they fell in love with the location of the Cliffs at Mountain Park, a spot tucked between Greenville and Asheville. “It’s beautiful and active and reminds me of Charlotte when we moved there 30 years ago,” he says. “It’s quiet but not secluded.”

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[left] A perfectly positioned and fully equipped screened porch overlooks not only a picturesque pond but the Mountain Park golf course.

Once they zeroed in on the lifestyle and location, the stars aligned when they discovered a new section in Mountain Park. The Village consisted of ten lots along the back nine of the golf course devoted to Italian-style villas; the stucco structures with red clay tile roofs offered just the right amount of space, with a master on the main and a smaller-size yard.

The home built by Fairview Custom Homes includes multiple outdoor spaces and stunning lakeside views and they worked with Catherine Talkington of Ca’Shae Interior Design in Atlanta to outfit their villa to Italianate perfection.

The Mosers are relishing the idea of living at the Mountain Park full-time. “When I retire, there won’t just be one or two benefits, but there will be several things of a wonderful nature,” Jeff says.

“I’m working on that transition.”

PLANNED IN-TOWN LIVING Bill and Janet Rogers spend most of their time in Bradenton, Florida but with three grown children in the Upstate they like having a place to stay when they’re in town and chose to build at Hartness with Milestone Custom Homes, a logical choice as their son, Chris Rogers, founded the company.

Milestone was able to customize the home to the couple’s needs, creating a stone facade with copper [left] Natural light is in abundance in the living room of the Moser's Villa home. Pops of vibrant blue blends well with the more neutral tones of walls, furniture, carpet, and hardwood floors.

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[left] An open-air porch on one end of the Rogers' stone home overlooks the Grand Lawn at Hartness. [bottom] Adding a vaulted wood ceiling in the dining area expands the open concept feeling of the kitchen and dining spaces.

downspouts on the corners. Their daughter, Jacque Rogers Foster, hired Christa Sorauf and Gregorie Bylenga of Duo Design Studio, to create high-tech interiors that are also light, bright and comfortable. While in Florida or traveling, Bill Rogers can control everything at the Greenville home via an app on his phone.

“They needed a place to stay when they come here, but I think eventually they will end up here,” Foster says. “My dad wanted it to be as technologically advanced as possible, so he can say, ‘Alexa, start my day,’ and the blinds go up and the music starts playing.”

For now, the Rogers siblings let friends and extended family use the space when they visit and guests rave about fun features like the remote control that lowers the large television to ideal viewing height.

The Rogers look forward to all they’ll have access to at Hartness: the expansive greenspace, pool, clubhouse and pickleball courts and the ability to walk to the coffee and retail shops popping up within the neighborhood. “That will be really nice for my dad, because he is really social, and he can go and see all of his neighbors,” Foster says.

The home is two levels, but Foster says the couple can enjoy first-floor living if needed thanks to the spacious master suite on the main level. “They had that in mind when they designed it,” she said. Planning for the future led to a great space that can be enjoyed now and will keep paying dividends well into the future.

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Gold wallpaper by Clarence House works in tandem with the drapes and bold velvet seating to lend an unexpected cosmopolitan vibe to the interior of the living room.

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A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to Charleston

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stone’s throw from Pelham Road sits a quintessential Charleston-style home.

Welcoming pineapple statues lead to a side-facing privacy porch, Georgian features, rich wood accents and a lush secret garden.

The house is owned by two creative New Yorkers, but the story of this home is a layered collage, much like the green, gold and silver place setting of the antique dining table that sits under a shimmering chandelier.

The house wasn’t supposed to be here; at least, that’s what Linda Derector and her partner Sonia Col thought. The women had reached a point in their lives where they wanted a place that would serve as an exit strategy from the hustle of New York City and assumed the perfect Southern home would be discovered next to its counterparts South of Broad on Charleston’s storied Battery. “We fell in love with Charleston,” Derector says, but life has a way of writing detours into welllaid plans.

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The black and white entry features cheetah-print carpeting on the stairs that compliments a zebra portrait brought back from a visit to South Africa.

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A chance meeting with a Clemson alum in Saks Fifth Avenue led to Derector learning of the Upstate. “My mother could live anywhere in the world, but when she retires she’s going to move to Greenville, South Carolina,” the Clemson grad had said. The bold statement piqued Derector’s interest and after convincing Col it was worth a visit, they packed up their BMW 750 and aimed it more west of the coast and the promise of a place worth relocating to.

The realtor who showed Derector and Col this Charleston design home, knew it would be the best one they would see. Designer Eric Brown had been renting the house at the time. “We walked in and it was a total show house,” Derector says.

It was literally and figuratively miles away from the cookie cutter homes of Levittown, Long Island where Derector grew up. The couple are both from humble, working-class families. Col, who is Brazilian, has always been a risk-taker; she’s a New York immigration lawyer representing corporate finance and multinational organizations and is fluent in Portuguese, Spanish, Italian, and English.

In Manhattan, Derector worked for nearly forty years in the fashion industry selling menswear, then women’s wear, even Italian fabrics for a time. For five years, she ran a luxe eyeware boutique in Nolita (Linda Derector Out of the Ordinary Eyewear) and counted Sean Combs among its clientele.

Derector had met Col as a personal shopper at Bergdorf Goodman, on the “ready to wear” floor. The two hit it off and have complemented each other’s talents ever since. When Col leaves New York to come back to Greenville, she relaxes more, immersing herself in sensual and tactile comforts including cooking, gardening and painting. Derector says the house speaks to her.

A brilliant blue butler’s pantry adjoins the dining room and is a perfect placement for a bar during the parties that Linda and Sonia enjoy hosting.

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The stylish décor theme continues in the dining room with a bold floral wallpaper and zebra-print rug.

An antique table and acrylic backed chairs blend beautifully.

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oday Derector runs the household dayto-day with their two dogs, Pucci and Gigli, by her side. She curates the home’s eye candy with the same full spectrum attention she used to use styling New York’s most distinguished shoppers.

Col and Derector enjoy hosting parties. An evening often begins with cocktails in the living room, one of several spacious parlors where a classy bar cart sits cornered. Just being in the home makes guests feel properly indulged (even the bathrooms and butler’s pantry are elegant).

Assuredly, great stories have begun here. The strength of a Charleston-style home lies in its versatility. Half of the space is grand enough to serve even large parties, while the back den and upstairs quarters are more insulated. High ceilings, thick moldings and Grecian columns wrapped inside of a solid brick exterior can feel heavy, but the right amount of personal

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[above] Off the classically appointed kitchen is a cozy banquette that overlooks the walled patio and gardens. One step down leads to a casual, beautifully furnished sitting area. [left] A dramatic powder room, near the kitchen, reflects Linda and Sonia’s love of South Africa.

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The black, white, and vibrant blue color scheme continues into a master bedroom that contains an abundance of built-in storage.

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Linda, with Pucci, and Sonia, with Gigli below, were headed for Charleston, but found their ideal Charleston-style home in Greenville instead.

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Elegance and style define the sumptuous master bath.

It too hides a wealth of creative storage features.

expression has balanced the home’s interiors. Art by Amy Leigh Carstensen in the living room and Yuroz in the master bedroom add the right amount of flair to the more formal lines. A portrait of Derector by Brooklyn artist Mary Ann McGinnis captures the confident personality of its subject. To give the rooms a fresh face, Derector handpicked wallpaper by Clarence House, Fornasetti and Mario Russo. Fitzpatrick rugs soften and break up the wide-plank wood floors.

When merchandising her eyewear store, Derector recalls organizing the frames by color rather than brand.

She treated her collection like museum pieces and the fashion-conscious that came through her doors appreciated the approach. She’s always designed things her way, not paying too much attention to trends. She brought this same attitude to decorating their Greenville house but wasn’t above getting help from expert interior designers James Wood of SW Design Consultants in New

York and Renee Johnstone of RL Interiors, locally. What was achieved is a traditional Charleston home dressed up with smart tech and a splash of twenty-first-century glam.

Col and Derector developed their broad appreciation of art, fine furniture, fabrics and custom handiwork from their tapestried life, entrepreneurial spirit and travel to culturally rich places such as South Africa, Brazil and Miami’s South Beach. Over the years, they’ve grown to appreciate all of the beautiful things they’ve picked up along the way. In the past they have owned a home on Long Island’s Sag Harbor as well as a 167-acre ranch in Brazil.

Over time, the fine things they’ve collected have become treasures and support the greatest work of art anyone can hope to achieve: a fascinating life. Col and Derector are captivating women and their home represents them well.

“When we moved here, we didn’t know a living soul.

What brought us here was this house.”

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Central, SC took its name from its creation in 1873 as the geographic midpoint on the railroad between Atlanta and Charlotte, and the railroad played a significant role in the town’s early history until the titans of industry moved the headquarters elsewhere. However, any visitor will note that the railroad is still a visual focal point for the town if not an economic one. Trains run straight through town daily, including numerous freight trains and AMTRAK’s Southern Crescent line that runs from New York to New Orleans.

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around the turn of the last century, a rambling storybook white Victorian with gingerbread trim has stood on Gaines Street as one of the most recognizable homes in the small town of Central, SC (pop. 5,179).

Overlooking the railroad tracks and a main thoroughfare beyond, the big white house has always been an object of curiosity for residents and visitors alike. Its size, location and certain details (such as sinks in many unexpected rooms and a somewhat puzzling layout) suggest a boardinghouse catering to either employees and passengers of the railroad or college students, given its proximity to both Clemson University and Southern Wesleyan University; yet its provenance shows it has been occupied by families as often as not. As is always the case, each occupant has made its mark, painting walls, changing flooring, adding or removing details (those sinks), sometimes with intentions that were perhaps better than execution.

When Katherine and Tripp Brooks purchased the house three years ago, they were veteran renovators living in Greenville with several major projects under their belts; they also had two daughters under the age of three. This Central house, with its many rooms and deep, shady five-acre property, spoke to them of not just physical space but the small-town family life they could build.

The transformation Katherine and Tripp have accomplished is a 21st-century revitalization of a house honoring its origins yet incorporating the practicalities necessary for living comfortably. And, while the thought of taking on a project of such magnitude could be overwhelming, the Brooks’ approach was to eat the elephant one bite at a time. Every inch of the house was ruthlessly evaluated and prioritized for attention on a realistic schedule that would make it possible for them to live in the house while work was being done.

The wide plank floors were stripped and refinished in a dark stain before the Brooks family moved into the former Victorian boarding house.

One of ten hearths in the home, this one cleverly shares space for cookbooks and wine bottles in the kitchen at the back of the house.

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FIRST THINGS FIRST The easiest way to live through renovation is to get some of the major work done before move-in, and first up was replacing the HVAC system. They also wanted to take the floors down to their original hardwood and knew that, given the layers of carpet, tile, linoleum and other surfaces that had accumulated over a century, that process would be easier before they stepped foot in the door. In addition to its timeless beauty, the resulting rich, dark-chocolate wood flooring that now flows throughout the home creates a clean, unifying visual.

“For me, getting the dirty stuff taken care of first was critical,” Katherine says. “Old houses tend to be dusty and musty and the new HVAC system and stripped-down floors helped a lot with that.”

Along with getting the girls’ rooms in order so that they immediately felt at home, the kitchen was a priority. The Brooks decided early on that this home renovation would not involve any major structural changes, such as moving walls, so location of appliances and cabinets for an efficient work area was a challenge, especially finding a spot for the refrigerator!

The decision to use only base cabinets with open shelving above emphasizes two of the home’s most outstanding qualities: its abundant natural light and the vertical space afforded by the high ceilings throughout. Hex tile used above the kitchen cabinets adds texture to the walls, and its above-average height offers a unique look.

The idea of open shelving can give many a homeowner fits about what to do with the canned goods and cereal boxes, various coffee mugs and food storage tubs. In this kitchen, that problem was solved by an adjacent room where cabinets could be added for the non-picturesque overflow, as well as a darling butler’s pantry with a glass Dutch door between the kitchen and the dining room.

There’s something about taking a sledgehammer to your home and having the results be something new and beautiful.

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The original dutch door with antique glass-paned windows separates the dining room from a walk-through butlers pantry connecting the kitchen.

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And, when you make mistakes, you learn from them, too. You learn to be flexible, to think on your feet and sometimes you learn to just live with your mistakes.

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Reworking the kitchen fireplace to expose the original brick flue turned a nondescript wall into a focal point that’s also functional, though not for its original intent. Using the opening as a combination cookbook library and wine rack is only one example of the creative way in which the 10 hearths (yep the house has 10 original fireplaces) have been reimagined. In the dining room, an asymmetrical grouping of plates joins a pertinent quote from Virginia Woolf above the original fireplace opening. Katherine painted and stenciled this fireplace surround, which was once a solid mass of forest green tile. The front office fireplace is covered by a trompe l’oeil “bookcase” wallpaper. In the playroom, a chalkboard was inserted under the mantle-boards, and in one of the girls’ bedrooms faux stacked wood fills the opening.

If the thought of ripping out and completely changing fireplaces or any major DIY undertakings makes you queasy, Katherine offers reassurance: it’s only scary the first time.

“There’s something about taking a sledgehammer to your home and having the results be something new and beautiful. You gain experience but also confidence in your judgment about what’s possible,” she says. “And, when you make mistakes, you learn from them, too.

You learn to be flexible, to think on your feet and sometimes you learn to just live with your mistakes.”

Katherine cleverly backed the bookshelf to the left of the fireplace in the living room with plaid wallpaper, which required only a roll or two.

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My goal was to create a cozy retreat where the whole family can relax together and where grownup guests feel welcome too.

—Katherine Brooks

A HOME PLACE, NOT A SHOWPLACE It’s always the personal touches that make a house feel like home, and Katherine’s timeless taste and talent have added her signature to every room. Her use of soft neutrals and understated color throughout the house creates a warm, welcoming environment. An inveterate shopper of antique and consignment shops, she also stalks internet sources and big-box stores for family-friendly furnishings.

Each room features unique finds such as a trio of empty Gothic-inspired frames, a faux bull’s head “trophy” on the office wall, a row of stadium seats in the guest room (at least they were there on a recent visit). Katherine confesses to a penchant for moving things around on a whim.

Follow her on Instagram and you’ll discover she often asks for input on placement, furnishings, paint colors and more. Watching her pull treasures out of attic storage to stage a dresser or a bookshelf can be a real treat. The content on her account, as well as a website she maintains about the home, is organic in a way that’s contagious (but be warned, following along can result in your own spontaneous DIY project).

In the master bedroom, a king-sized bed sits amidst magnificent bay windows. Throughout the house window treatments are apt and understated to celebrate the natural light, while lamps and light fixtures have been carefully planned and positioned to counteract the darkness that can often plague high-ceilinged rooms.

The living room is probably the most formal room in the house. Blue velvet chairs and a pair of sofas front the fireplace. Soft lighting and an “inglenook” Katherine created from an inexpensive unpainted pine bench, add to the warmth and intimacy. A bookcase is backed with navy plaid wallpaper and a game table nestles in a bank of windows. It’s a room that Katherine refers to as her grandma room. “My goal was to create a cozy retreat where the whole family can relax together and where grownup guests feel welcome, too,” she says.

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Groupings are a hallmark of the Brooks' interior like an antique frame special enough to be its own work of art.

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In her own words . . .

For even more detail about this project, follow Katherine’s Instagram account, @design_central_project. In her uniquely witty and warm style, follow along as she sources materials and décor choices, candidly shares inspirations and mistakes, and lovingly documents the transformation of a big old house into a warm and inviting family home.

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The children's playroom is home to yet another fireplace, so the Brooks covered it with a useful chalkboard.

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We could have waited until the children were older or until we had more money.

We would probably have found another house, but it wouldn’t have been this house.

—Katherine Brooks Living with small children requires flexibility, a sense of humor and sensitivity to their personalities, and the Brooks home features many imaginative elements: mermaids populate the girls’ bathroom, fairies, unicorns and princesses can be found in their bedrooms and the playroom, and what child (or adult, for that matter) would not enjoy a staircase where the steps are numbered? A big art table in the playroom is an old library table found in the house when they bought it and cut down to kid size. The original stained glass window panel, a colorful geometric rug, comfortable seating and even a couple of hiding places make this space an imagination incubator.

While there were many reasons why the timing might have been better for the Brooks family to undertake a renovation such as this, they don’t regret the decision.

“We just feel so lucky to get to live here,” Katherine said.

“We could have waited until the children were older or until we had more money. We would probably have found another house, but it wouldn’t have been this house. I don’t believe there is one ‘forever’ house. People move all the time. But this feels like home.”

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The clever salvaging and painting of a vintage shutter added a movable bit of privacy to a powder room near the kitchen.

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Bright pops of turquoise accent the clean, white palette selected for this downtown penthouse. Framed intaglios frame the fireplace, which boasts an original mantle brought over from France by Mary Peace Sterling, the home’s original owner. The sitting area beyond is a favorite space for relaxation.

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Riverview Luxury / by Allison Walsh / photos by Inspiro 8 Studios

Penthouse living struck just the right note for Phil Gregory.

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hil Gregory is doing his part for downtown Greenville’s thriving culinary scene. “I eat out three meals a day,” he says. “Downtown is what’s happening.”

Gregory has called downtown home for 10 years and counting, first in a South Main Street condo and more recently in a RiverPlace penthouse overlooking the Reedy River and the Peace Center complex. Restaurants were a big part of what initially drew him to the downtown area, and eventually to his riverside home.

“South Main was a lot of fun, but I wanted to be down on the river. It seemed like everything was moving in this direction,” he says. “I walk just about everywhere I go - no need to have a car really when you live here.”

The master suite of his new home overlooks the dining room of Hall’s Chophouse below, and Gregory jokes he can post a sign in the window indicating what he would like for dinner and have his meal waiting for him on arrival.

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[opposite page] Gigi’s favorite perch is on the back of the sofa below this piece by Greenville artist Janina Tukarski Ellis. [below] The dining room is a delight to the senses, thanks to a sweeping view of the downtown skyline and the stunning botanical print of the hand-painted Gracie wallpaper.

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e had his eye on RiverPlace for years before one of the coveted 10 units finally came available. As it happened, the condo was originally owned by the late Mary Peace Sterling, one of Greenville's prolific benefactors of the arts. “A wonderful lady,” Gregory says. “She bought the shell and built it out to what it is now for the most part. We came in and did minor changes, more cosmetic than anything.”

To guide the design, Gregory enlisted Barbara Dalton of Dalton Interiors. The two had worked together previously and Dalton was thrilled to be able to add her touch to what they both describe as Mary Peace Sterling’s exquisite taste. “We were very fortunate. This is a designer’s dream to come into and have all this already done,” Dalton says. “We didn’t move any walls or change any of her footprint and we kept all of her beautiful moldings and details.”

The living room is anchored by a marble fireplace Sterling acquired from France and in the dining room they were able to preserve an exquisite hand-painted wallpaper by Gracie. Original lanterns grace the hallway, with sconces added for supplementary lighting. The walls of the powder room are upholstered in a silk damask to dramatic effect and Dalton and Gregory saw no need to toy with it. Dalton oversaw painting walls and trim throughout, selecting a lighter palette to take advantage of the abundance of natural light that fills the space.

“This is different for Phil,” Dalton says. “In his other place, things were much deeper in color and in this home he wanted things lighter.”

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Gregory had the balcony encased with tempered glass to keep Gigi safely ensconced without compromising the view of the river, the Wyche Pavilion, and the Peace Center beyond.

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Comfortable sitting areas were a priority in the design for the condo, and the master suite is home to another in the same pleasing palette of whites and blues.

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ark terra cotta floor tile in the kitchen was removed in favor of hardwoods and this project turned out to be the most ambitious undertaking of the redesign. In an effort to avoid moving the cabinets and breaking up the existing marble countertops, the tile was cut down at the cabinet edge and torn out. The butcher block island was refinished in a lighter tone and new lighting was added. Steadfast in his commitment to dining out, however, Gregory opted to preserve the pint-sized stove customized to the previous owner’s diminutive stature.

“Mrs. Sterling was very, very petite, and Phil doesn’t cook anyway, so we decided to leave it as a neat little feature,” Dalton says.

Gregory loves downtown, but his castle is ruled

by Gigi, his seven-year-old Shorkie - part Shih tzu, part Yorkshire Terrier. “She loves downtown,” Gregory says. “She goes out and plays with the geese when they’ll let her. Living on the river, she’s experienced a lot of things she’d never seen before.”

Gigi can keep an eye on her riverside

playground from home, too, thanks to a tempered glass screen Gregory had custom built to keep her safely ensconced on a patio perch.

When Gregory does return home, he wants to sit and unwind with his furry friend by his side.

“One of the things Phil wanted was to be sure he had a few places that were very comfortable and inviting for him to be able to relax and enjoy, in addition to his entertaining areas,” Dalton says.

Dalton obliged with two gorgeous sitting areas in the front and rear of the home. “This is my favorite space; a good place to read and watch TV,” Gregory says of the handsomely appointed lounge adjacent to the living room, where sumptuous sofas are flanked by built-ins bearing books and other treasures. “Gigi likes it, too.

She has her spot right on the back of the couch.”

After a few more finishing touches, Gregory will be ready to share his bird’s eye view of Greenville with friends. Rest assured these will be catered affairs. “Carl and Rick do a great job,” he says (referring to Carl Sobocinski and Rick Erwin). “No need to try and compete.” at Home | FALL 2019

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Designer Barbara Dalton used shutters to create the illusion of a second window in order to orient the bed symmetrically in this serene guest room.

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Autumnal Cue the candles, fresh baked bread and neighbors knocking.

It's time to entertain, indoors and out, because prime time in the South is back. Early evening, we've missed you.

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Antique Glow Brass candlesticks, in groups or pairs, add gracious patina to living spaces. / by Stephanie Burnette / photography by Eli Warren

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andlesticks lit the homes of the 18th and 19th century and their once largescale production means that fine examples of these necessary household objects still abound.

They may be the heartiest and most affordable antiques available today, but collectors cherish them for their warm glow and pleasing architecture atop tables, mantles and ledges.

Early candlesticks (often Queen Anne era) were cast in two vertical pieces, so seaming will be evident. Many period candlesticks were sold by weight and the most affordable bore much lighter bases. Victorian candlesticks also were crafted from two parts, with the stick as a single piece and the base another, most often riveted together. Many Victorian era pairs feature a “push-up” device underneath the base to literally eject spent wax.

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English candlesticks can sometimes be identified by their base shape. Octagonal bases were popular, especially with attractive clipped corners. The craft of manufacturing candlesticks in America did not find its stride until around 1820.

The color of the brass and its feel can differ widely with age.

Often truly older brass will resemble the metal of a church bell; modern brass is brighter in color and finish. If you’re lucky enough to inherit a pair of brass candlesticks, you may decide to cherish their long-earned patina.

Most brass needs nothing more than a warm soapy wipe down with a soft cotton cloth.

The Rock House Antiques hosts more than 60 dealers of antiques and interior elements and is where we spied these beautiful examples, all priced between $40-200. [left to right] • Continental candlestick, 19th Century • Push up candlestick with beehive design, English, 19th Century • Barley twist candlestick, English, 19th Century • Figural candlestick, French, 19th Century • Push-up candlestick with beehive design, English, 18th Century • Danish Baroque candlestick, 19th Century • Push-up candlestick, English, 18th Century • Federal style candlestick, American, 19th Century • Square-based Regency candlestick, American, 19th Century

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A Flight for All Wine Dive thinks these five wines are ideal for the season. / written and photographed by Pete Martin

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ometimes, it’s not just about what to drink. It’s about where to drink.

With that in mind, don’t let the casual, laid-back vibe of Wine Dive fool you (that is once you locate it). The owners of this unassuming business, tucked away a few blocks off Pleasantburg Drive, are serious about wine. They just don’t think enjoying wine needs to be a stuffy, pretentious affair.

Visiting Wine Dive is like getting together at a friend’s house for a casual tasting. There are snacks, good conversation, lots of laughter and, obviously, wine. It feels like a bit of a secret spot, though it’s open to everyone, and Wine Dive’s entertaining Instagram account also keeps its clientele updated on additional hours and special events.

“We are serious wines for not-so-serious people,” says Liz Skomra who, along with Scott Butler, Jesse Moses and Esther Hall, owns Wine Dive. The four (all of who have 9-to-5 jobs in corporate America) first connected 10 years ago through a local wine meetup. When they formed a business a few years back to host monthly wine-centric events, however, they had no plans for a brick-and-mortar location. That quickly changed, and Wine Dive was born this past January. Inside, witty anecdotes mingle with wine names, prices and tasting notes on its walls.

“We really wanted to make it very organic and funky and fun,” Skomra says. “And we can’t be a dive if we have a big neon sign. We’re OK being under cover. It’s part of our shtick.”

Wine Dive is open just three days each week from 4-8pm on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, and focuses on weekly wine flights for $15, though wines by the glass are also available and bottles can be purchased for on- or off-site consumption. Moses is responsible for selecting most of the wines and constantly brings in new bottles. “I strive to have variety,” he says.

With fall upon us, I asked Moses to suggest a flight suitable for cooler weather and Butler chimed in with tasting notes.

DRINK IT: to start off an evening

Champagne is wonderful, but it often isn’t cheap. Step out of the Champagne region and many great French sparkling wines can be found. This crémant d’Alsace is made very much in a Champagne style but costs a lot less. “This is a very good starter wine for the evening,” Butler says. “It cleanses the palate.” This wine is bone dry, with hints of minerality and spice.

Mount Eden Vineyards 2016 Edna Valley chardonnay, $20

DRINK IT: with grilled chicken, or by itself

Whites can still work during cooler weather, but it’s a time to explore wine with a little more mouthfeel, body and richness.

“A chardonnay with a little bit of oak fits the bill,” Butler says. “We absolutely love this wine. To me, it’s the fall style of white wine.”

This highly regarded wine hails from California’s Central Coast.

Expect a palate of stone fruit, lemon and a hint of oak.

Loring Wine Co. 2016 Santa Barbara County pinot noir, $33

DRINK IT: because it’s a great pinot

This wine is a blend of grapes from various vineyards in California’s Santa Barbara region. “If it’s a cooler day, this will fit the bill perfectly,” Butler says. As pinots go, this one is fairly big and bold, full of dark fruits such as black cherries. There’s a hint of spiciness, but the wine is extremely well-balanced. It would be perfect for a cooler fall day.

Bibbiano 2015 Vigna Del Capannino Chianti Classico Gran Selezione, $44

DRINK IT: with pasta and red sauce

Moses’ pick is a highly regarded Italian Chianti, a versatile food-friendly wine. “It’s a good pizza wine, but it’s also a great pasta wine,” Butler says. “This wine can help you transition from the warmer months to the cooler months.” Expect notes of black cherry, pepper, tobacco and spice, with a touch of minerality.

Alpha Box & Dice Tarot 2017 grenache, $20

DRINK IT: if you’re newly exploring red wine

Fall is often still too warm for heavy reds. This Australian grenache is light and refreshing, though its lack of tannins makes it seem a bit sweeter than it really is. “It’s a lot lighter style than you would think of with an Australian red,” Butler says. He’s right. If you’ve been unimpressed by Australian reds, give this one a try. Notes of red cherries, earth and minerality make the wine interesting.

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Seasonally Sweet Chef Heather Gressett thinks crème caramel may be a perfect dessert. / by Stephanie Burnette / photography by Matthew Westmoreland

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A hot early fall, still replete with sweaty iced tea glasses, roars toward winter and its citrus notes.

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ith pastry experience at both The Publican and Avec in Chicago, Chef Heather Gressett moved to Asheville to head up dessert for Chestnut and its sister restaurant, Corner Kitchen. She’s fallen hard for the western Carolinas, its sense of community and its climate, of course.

“Developing a really strong dessert menu is challenging, let alone two,” says Gressett, “but I knew right away we’d be creative at Chestnut.”

The result is a seasonal play on a bevy of standards: something chocolate, something fruit forward, both with fresh ice cream, and always a custard dessert such as crème brûlée, pots de crème or crème caramel. “I think something sweet and cold should be a part of every dessert,” Gressett says.

Aside from making ice cream- which she calls a true passion- custard is a current obsession for the dessert menu at Chestnut. She recalls ordering flan at the local Mexican restaurant as a child and a quiet smiling server delivering it each time. “I felt like it was her way to tell people that she cared about them. I just want to make people feel that way all the time.”

What Gressett has found to be true is that Mexican flan recipes have more whole egg, whereas the French crème caramel utilizes more yolk. She says her version is a marriage of both styles because the texture she likes is a happy medium of the two. The custard makes its own rich sauce. She incorporates peach tea with it and garnishes the set with shaved kumquat and puffed black rice for crunch. “Every dish should have a crispy component,” she says. “I want every bite to be a perfect one.”

The pastry chef is an advocate for mental health within the F&B community, something she has struggled with while building her career. Gressett underwent surgery for Cushing Syndrome earlier this year, which had gone largely undiagnosed, but has made her way back to the kitchen full-time, crediting the ownership at Chestnut for their emphasis on work/life balance as a big part of her recovery.

She’s making inspired plates once again and hopes they can have their own place in peoples’ lives. “Dessert can be a separation from your world, even for just a couple of minutes, and that’s something special.”

Wild Rice How-To Chef Heather Gressett learned how to puff wild rice while at The Publican and considers it a healthier garnish for a dessert, explaining that it’s wildly simple to produce.

Bring oil up to 400 degrees in a pot and drop rice grains in until they puff, then pull it out. You can add spices to it or sugar or leave it be. Dried black rice is the only rice that will do it and interestingly a commercial deep fryer won’t work. Gressert says it has to be a pot on a stove.

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Chestnut’s Chef Heather Gressett’s Peach Tea Crème Caramel Serves 8

Caramel: 1 c. sugar Water to cover Preheat oven to 325degrees. Place 1 cup sugar into a small stainless steel saucepan.

Add enough water to moisten sugar. It should be the consistency of wet sand. Bring to a boil and cook until the caramel is a light golden brown (note: will continue to cook after it's removed from heat). Pour caramel to coat the bottom of 8 four-ounce ramekins. Place in a baking dish, fill the pan halfway to create a water bath and set aside.

Custard: 2 c. whole milk 1 ½ c. cream ¾ c. sugar 4 egg yolks 2 whole eggs ¼ tsp salt 1 tsp loose leaf peach tea (such as The Republic of Tea) Mix eggs and yolks, blend with a hand blender or whisk thoroughly to combine and set aside. In a heavy bottom saucepan, bring milk, cream and sugar to a simmer over high heat. Add tea and salt and then steep off-heat for one minute. Taste for strength and strain off

tea. Mix hot liquid with eggs by tempering and strain again through a fine mesh strainer.

Pour custard base into the prepared ramekins, just to the lip of the top.

Method: Cover crème caramels with tin foil and carefully place on middle rack of oven. Bake for 35 minutes or until set. You can tell by tapping the ramekins; you want the consistency of firm Jello. Allow to cool at room temperature, then remove custards from water and store in the refrigerator. Cool for at least 3 hours but it’s best if allowed to set overnight. Take a butter knife or small offset spatula and gently run it around the outer edge and flip ramekin over onto dessert plates.

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Autumn is the time to pair dough with seafood. / by Stephanie Burnette / photography by Eli Warren

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nvite a couple over and wow with bread bowls. There’s even the added bonus of fewer dishes. We think the brine of seafood can stand up to the crusty goodness of baked bread. Edible containers feel both welcoming and satisfying and a few simple steps can create restaurant-worthy success.

• Maintain loaves whole, wrapped at room temperature • Sharpen your serrated bread knife and saw with short even strokes the top ⅓ of the loaf, creating a cap • Using a three-finger method, pinch out bread leaving a ½ inch depth on all sides • With two fingers, press the remaining bread down to ¼ inch, this will help keep the bread from getting soggy too quickly • L astly, wait to fill bowls until you’re ready to serve, maintaining your supper at an ideal temperature.

3 cans solid white albacore tuna in olive oil Juice of ½ lemon, plus its zest Splash balsamic vinegar 1 full sized celery stalk, plus a 1/4 cup of loosely packed celery leaf ¼ c. English cucumber ½ c. cooked edamame ¼ c. loosely packed flat leaf parsley ½ tsp. dried thyme Pepper, to taste 2 Tbsp. capers 1 Tbsp. roasted salted sunflower seeds Method: Slice a stalk of celery fairly thin and chop down celery leaf.

Peel the cucumber, cut it in half and scoop out its watery seed. Chop it to a similar size as the celery. Roughly chop the flat leaf parsley.

Use all of the olive oil that the tuna is packed with. In a bowl, add the tuna, celery, celery leaf, cucumber, edamame.

Using a wood spoon, break up the tuna. Add capers, lemon juice and lemon zest, the dried thyme, a splash of high quality balsamic and some black pepper. Fold and chill for 15-20 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning.

Fill the square ciabatta with the tuna salad and top with roasted salted sunflower seeds for an added crunch.

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Roasted Cauliflower & Crab Soup in Pretzel Bread 4 servings

1 cauliflower head 1 can crab meat Olive oil 1 c. warm chicken broth (can substitute with vegetable broth) 1 c. warm water 1 c. warm milk Salt & pepper, to taste ½ onion, diced ½ red bell pepper, diced

Rouge Salad with Langostino in Bastone 4 servings Cucumber curls: To create cucumber curls, cut ½ inch off of one end of an English cucumber. Hold the unpeeled cuke vertically on a cutting board and using a vegetable peeler slice downward pressing a good bit.

Discard the first pass and continue creating slices until too much of the seeds show. Carefully roll a slice to create the tight curl. Use a small bowl to hold them in shape until ready to use. The cucumber rolls are a delightful way to snack.

½ small purple cabbage ⅓ head red leaf lettuce 4-5 peeled cooked beets 1 red bell pepper 3 Tbsp. red lentil, cooked ¾ pound of langostino Dressing: 3 Tbsp. rice wine vinegar 2 Tbsp. pomegranate juice 3 Tbsp. olive oil Dash of paprika Dash of dried mustard Salt & Pepper Method: Defrost the langostino and rinse according to package directions. Dry these crustaceans especially well, keeping them whole. I bought cooked red lentils; open the seal pack and separate the lentils to get a few tablespoons that aren’t crushed.

Quarter and then slice the purple cabbage and red bell pepper. Cut the red leaf lettuce and beets down to bite-sized.

Method: Cut cauliflower into medium size chunks. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees. On a baking pan, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil, cauliflower chunks and salt and pepper the whole thing. Roast cauliflower for 20 minutes until the tops are a light golden brown.

While this is roasting, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil to a soup pot along with the diced red bell pepper and onion.

Cook until translucent, stirring now and then.

When the cauliflower is roasted, add it into the soup pot along with a cup of warm water, a cup of warm chicken broth and a cup of warm milk.

Stir to incorporate with a wooden spoon, slightly mashing the cauliflower if you notice any large pieces. Take about ½ of the soup and put it in the blender. Pulse quickly to slightly emulsify. Pour it back into the soup and stir. If the soup looks thick at this point add a bit of warm water.

Add half of the crab to the pot and stir. Use the rest to garnish the top of each soup bowl.

Add ingredients for the dressing to a jar with a tight-fitting lid.

Shake to emulsify. Toss the salad with desired amount of dressing. Keep the salad cold until ready to fill the small loaves.

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The Book of Allium Garlic steps into the limelight. / by Kim Buffington / photography by Eli Warren

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hat differentiates a good performer from a great one is range. Garlic is like that character who can play a variety of roles but is often given a supporting assignment. When you consider garlic the star of your dish, you’ll be rewarded with its ability to stand strong as its key ingredient; bold and powerful, or subtle and smooth, garlic can play the part.

Garlic is an allium, a bulbous plant. Belonging to the genus Allium, its family members include onions, leeks, shallots and chives, and it’s popular in cooking because of both its aroma and taste. Garlic adds quick depth and flavor to dishes, which is why it’s commonly used when browning ground meats and making marinades and sauces. It’s an add-on that delivers.

Less traditional ways to use garlic include spicy garlic vinegar, garlic broth and garlic confit. True, these garlic-centric preparations are typically smeared or poured onto other things, but they celebrate the essence of the garlic itself.

If you want to grow your own garlic, Chad and Amy Bishop, co-owners of Greenbrier Farms, say it’s easy to do. Chad recommends starting with what’s called “organic seed garlic,” which you can find online. Next, break the cloves apart and plant them root-side down, about 1-2” deep, allowing some space between.

Garlic needs to be planted in the fall, by mid-October.

After mulching, it’s relatively low maintenance.

An overlooked bonus of growing your own garlic are the scapes. Garlic scapes are the flower stems that grow from the tops of the garlic and indicate it’s almost time to harvest – they are often discarded as an agricultural byproduct. Amy says you’ll want to keep these little jewels. “The scapes are the essence of springtime,” she says. “Their nose is all floral and chive - they are the unsung hero of garlic.”

To cut a garlic scape, wait until the thick center stalk grows above the rest of the plant; this stalk is the scape and it will curl upward. Cut the stalk as far down as possible without cutting any leaves off. The best way to prepare the scapes? “Just chop and sauté them with pretty much anything,” says Amy. Harvest time for garlic is in June. After pulling garlic from the ground, you need to let it dry in a cool, well-ventilated space that’s away from sunlight. You can hang garlic to dry or set it on a hard surface. If drying garlic flat, remember to turn it. Dry garlic for 2-3 weeks to cure it, which will prevent spoilage.

Confit garlic

Feels like a modern play on a roasted application.

Roasted garlic

One of the simplest things you can do in the kitchen.

Paired with olive oil, a sprinkle of salt and some good bread, roasted garlic is a quick appetizer that always pleases.

Store roasted garlic in the refrigerator for a week in an airtight container or freeze it.

It’s a pro move to have it onhand and ready to use in dips and dressings, with meats and vegetables, or as a smear on your favorite sandwich.

Here’s how: 1. Trim the top of the garlic bulb so you can see the cloves. Do not peel the bulb and do not trim the bottom of the bulb.

A confit preparation differs from roasting in that the garlic will be cooked longer and at a lower temperature; it will also remain in its clove form creating a pretty jar. It lasts for up to a month, just be sure to put it in a clean container and refrigerate it. The basic recipe can be enhanced with herbs such as thyme, rosemary or bay leaf.

Here’s how: 1. Place peeled garlic cloves in a small saucepan and submerge with grapeseed or olive oil and cover with foil.

2. B ake at 250 degrees for about 2 hours.

3. Let cool then transfer garlic and oil to an airtight container and chill. Bring to room temperature before using.

2. Place the trimmed bulb on a piece of tin foil (cut side up); drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and wrap.

It’s a good idea to put it on a baking sheet in case it leaks.

3. Roast at 400 degrees for about 30 minutes.

4. Squeeze the softened cloves and oil from the bulb.

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The New Composting Primer Remember greens, browns and water and you’re good to go. / by Julia Sibley-Jones

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e all love the idea of composting: it reduces a household’s carbon footprint, enriches the soil, produces natural fertilizer and increases the lifespan of our landfills. But, the habit of fourseason composting can feel like a big commitment. So, what’s new in the world of decomposition?

Science has for sure caught up with the wanna-be home composter.

A successful compost pile has a good balance of greens, browns and water. Greens include food waste, coffee grounds and grass clippings, which provide nitrogen and the moisture needed to help break down organic material.

Browns include branches, fallen leaves and twigs, providing vital carbon for your compost.

It helps to make layers of green and brown with different size items but try to keep an even balance between the two and turn or rotate your pile occasionally to ensure they are mixing once decomposition has occurred. Add water if the pile becomes dry and simply add more browns if it looks too wet.

What to Compost and What Not to Compost You can compost lots of things besides fruit and vegetable scraps: coffee grounds and tea bags are wonderful additions, but also newspaper, preferably shredded, and cardboard, dryer and vacuum lint, fireplace ashes and even old houseplants (how many of those have we all killed).

It’s also important to know what not to add: meat scraps and bones take a long time to decompose and attract pests like rodents or flies.

Similarly, it’s best to avoid dairy products, oils or lard. Avoid adding charcoal ash, diseased plants or any yard waste that has been treated with pesticides. Finally, pet waste or cat litter will introduce pathogens or parasites to your compost.

Indoor vs Outdoor Composting Did you know that you can compost inside your home? There are some amazing new indoor products on the market designed for apartment and condo-dwellers.

Choices range from countertop compost pails to a fermenting Bokashi system to the ultimate indoor worm composting towers.

The Bokashi system mixes food scraps and oat bran saturated with microorganisms in an airtight container. It is one of the only anaerobic methods and has the advantage of being able to take care of that inadvertent science project in the back of the crisper drawer.

Vermiculture, aka composting with worms, has been around for years and results in excellent compost, rich in nutrients. Start with a kit or get your own supply of good red wigglers but be warned: not every worm is a good

composter and yes, occasionally a worm will try to escape but once comfortable in their new, luxury quarters, worms will happily stay in the bin. A collateral benefit is the impression you’ll make on children of all ages.

Outside composting includes anything from a small patio tumbler to large piles in your back forty. Whatever you decide, what’s key is to pick a shady, dry spot near a water source.

For a pile, layer the greens and browns, add water when necessary and turn the pile occasionally to make sure it is mixing well. You can hide it behind a fence or shrubs, or you can build some sides with pallets. It’s best to turn it whenever you add material; keeping a shovel or pitchfork nearby will save some frustration.

Composting bins come in a wide variety of sizes, shapes and promises. My current favorite is a double-chamber tumbler number.

Having two chambers means you can add fresh material to one side while the other side processes older material. It also allows you to determine the moisture needs of each side separately. The drum shape allows you (or say your six-year old daughter) to turn the compost easily.

Composting Services Maybe you’ve read this far and thought, “I was interested in composting, but this just seems like too much trouble.” There’s a solution for you, too.

Compost House is a company offering weekly or monthly subscriptions for home-based composting services. They provide collection buckets, retrieve them from your doorstep, provide clean buckets and if you want they’ll return fresh compost monthly.

Their services are available in both Greenville and Spartanburg. How very modern.

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Fowl Play At Artifacts even a coop is testament to folk, thrifting, the antique and what’s prosaic. / Story and photography

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ombine a ton of thrifted items including 300 golf clubs, two baseball bats, golf balls, porcelain birds, trains, civil war soldiers, matchbox cars, 38 US Presidents, alphabet blocks, two hub caps off a 1940’s Cadillac, squirt guns and four plastic chicken trophies and if you’re Scott Johnson the outcome will be a chicken coop like no other.

The lavender poultry palace is a menagerie and was painted the hue as a nod to the artistic community off Old Buncombe Road.

Johnson and his partner, Michael Greene, opened their antique store, cleverly named Artifacts, a little over a year ago and also turned part of the building into three working studios, currently for artists Annie Koelle, Robyn Aiken and Libby Baxter. In their shop, you’ll find high-quality eclectic antiques of all kinds that work in tandem making the space unique and especially inspiring with its staged vignettes. Between gravitating towards antiquing, growing up in antique shops and later managing them, Michael says he couldn’t throw a dead cat without hitting one.

After getting three chickens for the backyard of the shop, Johnson and

Greene wanted a chicken coop to be the focal point of their garden. What makes up the coop feels a bit crazy, but with the lavender paint unifying the structure it becomes one Greek Revival cottage, raised up off the ground and has turned into an interactive Folk Art installation when seen in person.

Some of its architectural touches include a Victorianera clock, a crystal chandelier, old windows conveniently turned into pocket sliding doors, a period cobalt stained glass transom and these chickens walk on reclaimed pine flooring, of course. Each chicken has its own distinct personality and a quirky name; “Omelet” was my favorite chicken. Greene says he thinks the name is pretty and if he had a child, he would likely name her Omelet. To say these chickens are living their best life may be an understatement (they certainly seem right atHome).

The chickens that call Artifacts home live in luxury digs.

Their coop's interior boasts vintage wallpaper, reclaimed plank flooring, chandelier lighting and period windows that kick out.

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Three and a half acres close to downtown Greenville felt like a great find to Racquel and Anthony Wholers, especially when the property included a main house built in 1903 and an even older hewn timber cabin in the backyard.

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he previous owners had only lived in the historic San Souci home for a year and handed the Wholers a most unusual housewarming gift: a 3.5’x4.5’ chalkboard.

On it is inscribed detailed instructions about constructing flower arrangements; from how to trim a variety of native flowers on the grounds to making each varietal last longer. It was found in one of the main home’s two attics and though one corner is a bit wiped off, most of the inscription remains, possibly cured by heat.

“We feel lucky to even have it,” says Racquel. “The home has had several owners but here it is. There are tons of the flowers and bushes and trees and fruit trees that are still on the property, though we’re not really sure when the chalkboard was written.”

What is known is that the Thackstons originally owned the home, a family steeped in the textile tradition of the area. Mrs. Thackston was mentioned in published articles for her party hosting abilities, including luncheons.

Racquel points out funny mentions on the chalkboard including a “jar of hand cream” and useful ideas such as “3 drops oil peppermint” to help cut flowers last longer; that petunias like a mixture of sugar and water, though roses need a salt solution.

The reference of a “bottle of shellac” could be a clue to the era of the inscriber. A quick search will tell you that shellac was popular for residential DIY purposes in the 1920s.

The chalkboard now hangs in the back entrance of the San Souci home.

The Wholers three young children ask about it as it has become a fixture of their day. “They love to look at it,” says Racquel, “but they’re not allowed to touch it.”

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