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Contents May 2022 | Vol. xxix, No. 5

parties

Editorial

features

founding editor

Herbert Fox, Jr. managing editor

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associate editor

Holly Hoffman social correspondent

Gloria Houghland

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contributors

Beth Alexander, John Bridges, Whitney Clay, Geert De Lombaerde, Carrington Fox, Laura Hutson Hunter, Sandy Nelson, Ellen Pryor, Jennifer Puryear, Megan Seling, Varina Willse

In the Spotlight

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The Belcourt Theatre shines at A Red Carpet Evening

Jonathan Sims

Frist Friends

Get a look inside seven of the most incredible properties on the market 72

Frist Gala Patrons Party celebrates Cuban artists featured in new exhibit 22

Dress Rehearsal

art director

Designing Minds Advice and inspiration from four local creatives

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TPAC Gala Patrons Party is a big success

Art

Homes of Distinction

A Real Gem An exclusive interview with Swan Award recipient Mish Tworkowski

Heather Pierce senior photographer

Eric England

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By the Book

departments

The Junior League of Nashville hosts Centennial Gala Patrons Party

staff photographer

Daniel Meigs contributing photographers

Michael W. Bunch, Matt Masters, Jen McDonald

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Hello, Spring!

graphic designers

Mary Louise Meadors, Tracey Starck

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graphic designer /production coordinator

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events and marketing director

Olivia Moye Britton marketing and promotions manager

Robin Fomusa

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publisher

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Jennifer Trsinar Jezewski advertising solutions consultants

Sue Falls, Richard Jacques, Michael Jezewski, Deborah Laufer, Carla Mathis, Heather Cantrell Mullins, Mike Smith, Niki Tyree, Alissa Wetzel, Keith Wright

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Heart to Heart

Chelon Hasty advertising solutions associates

Jada Goggins, Audry Houle

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circulation manager

Gary Minnis

president

Frank Daniels III chief financial officer

Todd Patton

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The Seton Society inducts new members at a joyous Seton Celebration

Circulation

Business

Honored Guests

Nretrospect Looking back at the history of the Iroquois Steeplechase

The American Heart Association celebrates the return of the Heart Gala

sales operations manager

Best Behavior Expert etiquette advice from John Bridges

It’s Showtime Studio Tenn brings theater to life with One Night Only: Broadway’s Big Top

Advertising

Pencil In Mark your calendar for these upcoming events

Songs of Hope Reaching New Heights welcomes Ashley Cleveland

Marketing

Behind the Scenes Getting to know Too Black Too Fast’s Derell Stinson

Friends and Fashion heralds a new season for the Friends of Children’s Hospital

Production

Christie Passarello

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Curtains Up TPAC Gala makes a brilliant and colorful return

IT director

John Schaeffer Owner FW Publishing, LLC

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Racer’s Edge Getting to know the story behind Too Black Too Fast Derell Stinson describes himself as a “polyentrepreneur” and has always been a business owner of some sort, beginning with mowing lawns as a preteen. He has worked in a variety of fields involved in marketing and promotions, and since 1996, has focused on doing that in the arts and entertainment industries. That’s how he met his client, now-business partner, visual artist Michael J. McBride, and together, they created Too Black Too Fast, a touring art exhibit that tells the contributions of AfriThe Basics can American jockeys in thoroughbred horse Name: Derell L. Stinson racing and reclaims a Profession/Title: Polyentrepreneur; history that was lost so managing partner of Atelier 427; many years ago. executive producer/project manager, Too Black Too Fast Michael earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts Hometown: Jackson, Tennessee, is my birthplace; Racine, Wisconsin, for my from TSU and a Master teenage years, and Nashville, Tennessee of Fine Arts in painting is where the magic happened from Illinois State UniZip Code: 37209 versity, and he is curYears in Nashville: 37 rently an art instructor Number of pieces in Too Black Too at TSU. Thirty years ago, Fast: Current touring exhibit of 28 pieces he first learned of the of sepia tone paintings and bronzes, Black jockeys who be40-50 pieces upon collection completion came involved in horse racing in America and ruled the sport from 1607 to 1910. As enslaved men, they became the jockeys and trainers because they knew the horses best and were treated like modern-day athletic superstars. After learning that the winning jockey in the first Kentucky Derby, in 1875, was African American and one of 13 Black jockeys in How did the idea for Too Black Too Fast a 15-horse race that year, and that Black jockeys originate? My then-client, now-business partwon 15 of the first 28 Kentucky Derbies, Michael ner, visual artist Michael McBride, began a conknew he had to tell their stories in paintings. versation one day about the history of African The current touring exhibit of TBTF includes 28 Americans in horse racing. He gave me a book to read by Ed Hotaling called The Great Black paintings by Michael and sculptures by George Jockeys. I read it over the holidays and, upon Nock, who was a former NFL running back before returning to Nashville, immediately told McBride becoming an acclaimed artist known for creating the subject has a lot of avenues beyond the realistic figures in bronze. It has also been seen at visual art that we can explore. I came up with Belle Meade Historic Site & Winery, the National the project framework. We then met weekly for about a year, filled in the gaps and came up Black Arts Festival in Atlanta, the Kentucky Derby, with what is now Too Black Too Fast. and most recently, at the Pegasus World Cup. People can see a few pieces from TBTF in the Shoppes What are your favorite pieces in the colduring this year’s Steeplechase. We found Derell at lection? I have three. “Ghost” by McBride; it the studio, where he shared his favorite pieces, speaks to African Americans creating the foundation for [what] is now thoroughbred horse what we can expect in 2023 and more.

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racing, being pushed out due to Jim Crow and racism, and its resurrection, with renewed focus on the unforgotten history. “Bob Green”

by McBride, strictly because the subject is a Nashvillian, and his stamp on the sport of thoroughbred horse racing will always live on due to his contribution to the bloodlines. “Stretch Run”

by Nock, because of the sheer size of the piece and the detail of the action in the piece between jockey and horse.

What are the future plans for TBTF? At present, we are gearing up for an exhibition tour in 2023 and a possible short fall tour [in] 2022.

We have other components of this intellectual property, and we have just started entertaining prospects on those components. People can keep up with it all via tooblacktoofast.com.

What will people see from the exhibit at the Steeplechase? This year, we will keep it lowkey for our standards and just have a few paintings in a booth for the public to see. The plan is to present the entire collection in 2023. That is when the real celebration will commence.

When you have out-of-town guests visiting, where do you take them? I tend to be all over the city when it comes to entertaining, but it really depends upon what they want to do. I love Nashville, so it’s festive anywhere I decide to patronize. My friends are from all over the world, so I let them tell me what they want to do and go from there.

What’s the one thing you hope never changes in Nashville? The character of each individual neighborhood. Downtown will always be downtown, but keep some of the character of the different suburbs. They, too, are what makes Nashville, Nashville, in my humble opinion.

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In the Spotlight The Belcourt Theatre shines at A Red Carpet Evening

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he biggest night in Hollywood is also the biggest night for the beloved Belcourt Theatre. That’s when the historic art house cinema pulls out all the stops for its signature fundraiser, A Red Carpet Evening. It was clear that everyone was elated to be back together to watch the Academy Awards on the big screens.

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Amos Gott returned as chair, taking on the job of dressing up the halls for an amazing 11th time, and once again, he brought a fresh version of elegance and upscale fun to the party. Using a goldand-black color scheme, he created an art deco glam vibe seen in massive white cherry blossoms in five-foot-tall vases, moody candlelight in the 1925 Hall, and deep green velvet sofas and gold side chairs and chandeliers in the VIP Lounge. It was almost like stepping into Old Hollywood.

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by Harry Underwood, a Golden Hour vinyl autographed by Kacey Musgraves, a week’s stay at Treasure Beach in Jamaica, and a limited edition, screenprinted poster from Leon Russell’s 2007 live performance at the Belcourt signed by the late musician.

During those many gaps between award presentations, people refilled their glasses with specialty cocktails, including a vodkabased The Romance and a bourbon-forward The Avant Garde.

They also returned to buffet tables laden with a delicious spread from Cater 615’s Burke Conley. VIPs noshed on tuna poke, chicken banh mi sandwiches and London broil sliders, with bite-sized chocolate ganache tarts and white chocolate truffles rounding out the menu.

According to reviews from the well-dressed crowd, the evening was a huge success, not only because they were back together in the Belcourt, but also because they raised valuable funds for the wonderful education and enrichment programs offered by the nonprofit institution.

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espite 60 mph winds and the threats of spring tornadoes, supporters of the Frist Art Museum showed up looking fabulous for the Frist Gala Patrons Party, albeit with wind-tousled hair. The Grand Lobby was bustling with excitement during the cocktail reception before dinner, and members of the Frist family in attendance enjoyed seeing so many patrons of the arts fill the beloved art deco hall.

Co-chairs Vandana Abramson and Keith Meacham, along with the party’s esteemed hosts, made their way through the crowd, welcoming guests to the evening and thanking everyone for, once again, showing such tremendous support of the museum and its programs and artists.

Martha and Malcolm Greenwood of Big Events did a stupendous job decorating the historic Grand Lobby and the auditorium with a tropical theme, a nod to one of the Frist’s current exhibits, On the Horizon: Contemporary Cuban Art From the Pérez Art Museum Miami. After spending time catching up with friends and colleagues, patrons took time away from the chatter to quietly stroll through the Ingram Gallery, appreciating the works from 50 Cuban artists spanning many generations, including Yoan Capote, Los Carpinteros, Teresita Fernández, Zilia Sánchez, and Vanderbilt University’s own María Magdalena Campos-Pons.

Everyone moved to the tastefully palm-clad auditorium for a delicious dinner by Kristen Winston, which also featured elements of a tropical theme, including sofrito salsa on tostones, shrimp escabeche on corn tostadas, racks of lamb, romesco with mint salsa verde, and ganache with ice cream and cocoa nib tuile, and a vodka mojito, the specialty cocktail of the evening. The event served to thank Frist supporters and to build anticipation for the Frist Gala, which took place at the museum later in the month, also chaired by Keith and Vandana.

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fter more than two-and-a-half years off due to the pandemic, the TPAC Gala was ready to make its big return, and organizers hosted a swanky Patrons Party at The Hermitage Hotel to celebrate the upcoming black-tie affair. Gala co-chairs Nancy Floyd and Adam Sansiveri were thrilled with supporters’ enthusiastic responses to this first-ofits-kind event for the beloved fundraiser.

A large turnout of 150 people filled the historic hotel’s veranda, and it was a chance for many to see the new décor.

Kristen Sheft, TPAC’s energetic manager of special events, drew inspiration from the recently redone space and draped pale blue tablecloths on bistro tables and used gold accents throughout. She also enlisted LL Floral to create soft arrangements in neutral shades of white, cream and blush with little pops of blue, peach and pink.

At one end of the veranda was a full bar with two signature cocktails: an Old Fashioned and a triple citrus gin and tonic, while at the other end, a bar cart offered tastings of Ford’s Gin. Owner Simon Ford created three sophisticated cocktails: a classic dry martini, a jasmine honey Bee’s Knees and the triple citrus gin and tonic. Sipping them was made all the more festive with pretty, edible flowers as garnish. In the middle, a third bar poured tastings of bourbon.

A nonstop supply of passed appetizers provided lots of sustenance for the gregarious crowd. Hermitage Hotel executive chef Kelsi Armijo prepared mini crab cakes, vegetarian spring rolls with sweet chili sauce, lamb skewers, avocado crostini, strawberries stuffed with goat cheese mousse, and hot chicken and waffle bites. A dessert station laden with chocolate chess tarts, mini banana puddings, macarons and truffles provided a sweet send-off to the night.

The premier Patrons Party for the TPAC Gala was a huge success! Guests had a grand time, and if their excitement was any indication, the Gala itself promised to be even more fun.

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By the Book The Junior League of Nashville hosts Centennial Gala Patrons Party

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s celebrations surrounding its 100th anniversary continued, the Junior League of Nashville hosted the Centennial Gala Patrons Party on a balmy spring evening. About 200 guests headed to the second floor of the Nashville Public Library’s downtown branch and straight to the Children’s Department. It was a most appropriate site for the night, because more than 20 years ago, the JLN made a $750,000 gift designated for this section of the then-new library.

Actives, sustainers and their significant others mingled among tot-sized tables and chairs, enjoying cocktails and tasty bites from Kristen Winston Catering while waiting their turn to see the debut of a special puppet show that captured 100 years of the JLN. Charming and informative, the production was fitting because the organization’s involvement with puppets dates back decades to a puppet troupe it started with renowned puppeteer Tom Tichenor.

A brief program included words from party co-chairs Janie Berry and Mary Lindley Carswell and League president Jenny Barker. Mayor John Cooper spoke to the crowd about the special history of the JLN and how it has been instrumental in meeting the philanthropic needs of the city. Then, he presented Jenny with a proclamation naming April 10 Junior League of Nashville Day. Everyone moved upstairs to the Grand Reading Room, which event planner Bruce Pittman transformed into a sophisticated setting of cream and lavender tones inspired by the JLN symbol, the iris. A delicious cocktail supper from Kristen included maple mustard-glazed pork tenderloin, grilled jumbo shrimp with tasso gravy and roasted vegetables with a selection of petite sweets for dessert. A silent auction of exotic trips — an African photo safari, for example — provided getaways for the winners while raising valuable funds to go back into the community via JLN projects. It was the perfect way to celebrate 100 years of the Junior League of Nashville making a lasting difference in Nashville.

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Hello, Spring!

Friends and Fashion heralds a new season for the Friends of Children’s Hospital

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here is no time like spring! This emerging season of new beginnings is especially poignant after the long period of dormancy caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Nowhere was this more evident than at the Friends and Fashion 2022 benefit held recently at Music City Center.

Coinciding with the 50th anniversary of Friends of Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt — the hospital’s volunteer organization — this event did not disappoint. There was a large silent auction, pop-up shopping opportunities, a springtime fashion show and a delicious seated luncheon.

“We are just so excited to be back,” exclaimed Director Cindy Comperry, “after two years of not being able to have this wonderful event.” Apparently, the 800 attendees felt the same way, as the Grand Ballroom was bustling with excitement.

Event co-chairs Shea Ghertner, Whitney Musser, Amanda Tolbert and Anna Peebles underscored the organization’s historic milestone by featuring past presidents of the Friends organization and former patients (going back several decades) as runway models. The stunning fashion show was presented

by Dillard’s and The Friends Shop. The accompanying music featured special highlights from each decade. There was also a table with historic artifacts from 1972, when the Friends organization was founded.

With their salute to the anniversary, the chairs also acknowledged the season, from the pale pink and mint green balloons at the photo wall to the projected daisy images that served as the stage’s backdrop. The stoneware circular bowls, which cradled ferns and flowers at each table, and the abundant salad greens, topped by bright pink watermelon radishes, definitely said “Hello, spring!” Guests sported their own seasonal flair of pastels and prints, which invigorated the neutral ballroom, transforming the entire space into a bountiful, blooming garden. And just like that, the next decade of Friends emerged, resilient and unscathed, reborn and ready for their new life and their next great achievement.

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Songs of Hope Reaching New Heights welcomes Ashley Cleveland

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fter a three-year hiatus imposed by the pandemic, Reaching New Heights returned with its familiar atmosphere of friendship, support and excitement, even more so than in previous years. The luncheon is consistently a popular event that benefits the Women’s Addiction Treatment Program at Cumberland Heights, so it was no surprise that it sold out quickly once word got out that it was back. Chair Jennifer Erickson planned an inspirational program for the afternoon at Hillwood Country Club. Ladies, and a few gents, quickly took their seats in anticipation of a powerful program.

The Sheila Keeble Award, which is presented to women who have made significant contributions to Cumberland Heights over the years, was given posthumously to Dottie Threadgill. Dottie, who passed away in January, was the nutritionist there for 33 years. That work led to her founding the Friends of Cumberland Heights, a support group that has raised funds for the culinary kitchen, meditation walk and other capital improvements on the campus. Jim Threadgill, her son and retired executive chef at the facility, accepted the award on her behalf.

Keynote speaker Ashley Cleveland, the singer-songwriter-author whose long list of accomplishments includes three Grammys, has written songs and books about her recovery. As such, she is a widely recognized source of strength and inspiration to many local women in that community, and it seems the feeling is mutual. “This room represents a big part of my heart,” she said while strapping on her guitar. She sang, read from her memoir and shared her story, from the lowest moments, through her transformation and, eventually, to a place of healing.

The luncheon had to end, but everyone agreed they could have listened to Ashley all afternoon. Just as she has helped so many in the past, Ashley’s appearance was a gift that will help give hope to even more women with funds raised at this year’s Reaching New Heights luncheon.

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It’s Showtime Studio Tenn brings theater to life with One Night Only: Broadway’s Big Top

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tudio Tenn held One Night Only: Broadway’s Big Top at a packed Liberty Hall in The Factory at Franklin.

More than 300 attendees enjoyed a night of magical, live theatrical performances, showing that the arts are very much still alive and thriving. Even though the pandemic had previously canceled some productions, this crowd never lost their passion for the stage or the nonprofit.

The organizers planned an evening that transported attendees to a world of wonder, with circus tents, balloons and a ferris wheel atop a table of hearty appetizers. A snake named Melissa and a sloth named Fern, both courtesy of the Nashville Zoo, garnered loads of attention. The performance starred Patrick Thomas as P.T. Barnum, and other performers included Artistic Director Patrick Cassidy, Laura Osnes and Piper Jones, and special guest star singer-actor Gary Morris, entertained the audience with a few familiar tunes.

The 2022 Legacy Award was presented to entertainment icon Kathie Lee Gifford, who brought her international fame and musical theater experience to her now-home of Franklin.

The Emmy-winning former talk show host starred alongside Patrick Cassidy in Studio Tenn’s production of Love Letters earlier this year.

“I came from 40 years of New York City and that world of Broadway and television and commercials and films and all of that, and I think I had stopped believing that a place like this could still exist in America,” Kathie Lee told the crowd. “I have been so welcomed here and so blessed to have become your neighbor. I left a culture of chaos to come here to a culture of kindness.”

The event, including the live and silent auctions, raised more than $225,000, which was great, because there was a big announcement that night. Studio Tenn will soon have a new, permanent theater built inside of The Factory at Franklin!

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Heart to Heart The American Heart Association celebrates the return of the Heart Gala

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he Omni Nashville welcomed donors and supporters of the American Heart Association of Middle Tennessee for the 48th annual Heart Gala. The black-tie event came back in full swing this year, and everyone went all out, many with the AHA’s signature red featured in their dresses and bow ties. Everyone mingled about and had their photo taken in the AHA photo booth during the cocktail hour. With drinks in hand, they browsed the silent auction, which featured such enviable prizes as spa days, liquor collections and more.

Guests made their way into the main banquet hall, and after a short welcome, they enjoyed a delicious three-course dinner of petite greens with apple cider vinaigrette, braised short rib with shrimp and grits in braising jus, and a selection of decadent desserts from the Omni’s house chef. During the meal, the auctioneer took to the stage and riled up the audience for the live auction. The bidding was heated as participants battled for one of five travel packages, such as a hunting trip to Argentina or Uruguay, seven nights for four people in Los Cabos Resort & Spa, or a weekend at The Mark in New York City.

After the bidding died down and the winners claimed their incredible getaways, the hosts presented the Martin E. Simmons Award to Sheila and the late Nelson Shields for their dedication to the organization and for inspiring countless others to support the AHA’s mission, including helping to establish the award in 2014.

Co-chairs Kathy and Victor Giovanetti hosted the main event, and Caitlin Byrd and Leslie Goodman chaired the Late Party, which rounded out the exciting night as everyone danced until midnight to Bizz and Everyday People. Attendees left with a feeling of renewed vigor after a long and arduous two years.

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Honored Guests The Seton Society inducts new members at a joyous Seton Celebration

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he Seton Society, named for Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, invited supporters to the JW Marriott for their annual black-tie Seton Celebration after a three-year hiatus.

The four co-chairs, Nicole Schlechter and Raymond Bluth, with Amy and Don Chomsky, welcomed gala attendees to enjoy a cocktail hour in the gorgeously decorated lounge surrounded in soft white drapery and filled with plush furniture, as a jazz trio softly serenaded guests.

Although everyone was still eager to reconnect with old friends, the grand show awaited them in the ballroom. After a brief welcome from the co-chairs and leadership of Ascension Saint Thomas and the Foundation that supports it, Sister Catherine Brown, D.C., gave the invocation, and dinner was served. The JW Marriott’s impressive catering team prepared a fabulous three-course dinner of truffle cauliflower soup, slow-roasted beef tenderloin with lollipop kale greens, and a dessert of bourbon bread pudding, caramel sauce and vanilla crème anglaise, along with a choice selection of dinner wines, provided by Lipman Brothers, of course.

The main event of the evening, though, was the induction ceremony, which recognizes and pays tribute “to those physicians, nurses, health care workers and community volunteers who demonstrate excellence in their professions and in their service to Saint Thomas Health and the greater Nashville community.” This year’s honorees were Mark Carr, a physician and Saint Thomas executive; Saramma George, a registered nurse at the hospital; Tony Heard, a partner at InfoWorks and Ascension Saint Thomas board chair; and Mike and Liz Schatzlein, both with too many credits to list but who have been integral to the success of the hospital and the foundation that supports it.

To round out the evening, pop rock singer-songwriter Jon McLaughlin sat down at the piano on a small stage in the center of the ballroom to perform for the rapt audience. The evening was a rousing success and a joyous return for the organization.

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Curtains Up TPAC Gala makes a brilliant and colorful return

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inally! The TPAC Gala returned after more than a twoand-a-half-year wait due to the pandemic, and they did it in grand style, with a splash of bright color and a dash of fabulous entertainment. Nancy Floyd, who was slated to do the job in 2020 and making plans long before anyone had ever heard of COVID-19, and Adam Sansiveri were the co-chairs.

The event, normally held in August, moved to a breezy April night and changed locations to War Memorial Auditorium.

Kristen Sheft, TPAC’s manager of special events, who masterminded every detail of the night, knew the historic building’s atrium provided the perfect spot for cocktails before dinner and the performance. She opted for a cream, white and gold scheme, inside and out, punctuated with boldly colored arrangements

by Mary Love Richardson and touches of Tiffany blue from the invitations. Guests lounged on eye-catching blue sofas while sipping specialty lavender lemon gin and tonics and marveling at the aerialists from Beyond Wings Entertainment.

After a delectable, three-course meal from G Catering, TPAC CEO and President Jennifer Turner announced that they are launching new family programming and bringing back the cabaret performances before presenting the evening’s featured entertainer, Norm Lewis, with the inaugural Impact Award for his contributions to philanthropy and the arts. He is recognized for TV, film and theater roles, most notably as the first Black man to play the titular role in The Phantom of the Opera on Broadway and first to play the role of Javert in Les Misérables on Broadway and the West End. All eyes — and ears — were on Norm, as he sang “Stars” and “Bring Him Home” from Les Mis, “Music of the Night” from Phantom and ended with “Fever,” joined by members of The Downtown Band. The popular group launched into their series of covers just as the Late Party crowd arrived. It wasn’t long before glow sticks and flashing glasses came out, bringing a flashy end to a brilliant night.

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3617 Richland Ave.

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From the moment you catch a glimpse of the house at 3617 Richland Ave., you know there’s something special about it. The symmetrical structure and rusticated limestone facade fronted NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE with Ionic columns stand out in the neighborhood. But when it was built, it was one of only two houses on the now-beloved street.

Built in 1910 as a home for Willard Oakes Tirrill, the home was sold in 1941 to the Free Will Baptists, who transformed the home into Davidson Hall of the Free Will Baptist Bible College, now called Welch College, until 2015. Bonnie Mitchell, who had always wanted the house if it ever went on the market, scooped it up the moment it went on sale and began the years-long work of restoring the exterior and completely redesigning the interior.

With Jonathan Helm of Sapphire Development and James Dunn of Vintage Millworks by her side, Bonnie created a modern — with touches of traditional — 6,676-square-foot home out of an aging school building.

When you step into the foyer, you can see right away the lengths to which Bonnie went to incorporate elements from the original house and from that era. The chandelier, which has matching counterparts throughout

the house, is of the period, and James copied moulding from one set of original windows and used it wherever he could.

The hardwood floor has a tidy herringbone pattern, and looking straight ahead through the doorway, a stunning Lemurian Blue bar sparkles back at you. The massive kitchen island is topped with Calacatta Gold quartz with a Waterstone Gantry pulldown faucet in unlacquered brass that gives it a rustic appeal while being functionally brand new.

The second-floor master bedroom is sizable, but it’s the bathroom and closet combos that really stand out. One, slightly smaller, features a shower decked out in black marble and dark wood for a more masculine vibe, and the other, larger, in soft Calacatta Gold quartz and light colors, is home to a massive hammered brass and cast iron tub and a walk-in “closet” large enough for a royal wardrobe.

The charms of this home are too many to mention, from the fully rebuilt carriage house with a full apartment above it to the Control4 system throughout and from the home theater on the lower floor to the children’s library and reading nook on the top; it’s a home you simply have to see to believe.

ADDRESS: 3617 Richland Ave., Nashville, TN 37205 LIST PRICE: $4,649,500 CONTACT: Bonnie Mitchell, (615-585-3145); Reliant Realty

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4505 Wayland Drive NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE

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In the area known as Tyne Meade — the neighborhood bordered by Belle Meade, Green Hills and Forest Hills — sits this recently completed masterpiece at 4505 Wayland Drive.

Perched in the hilly section of the street, the phenomenal modern residence boasts 6,222 square feet of living space spread

across three well-conceived levels.

When builder and developer Baird Graham of BGC Construction saw the property, he knew exactly the house the land called for and enlisted Zinc Architecture’s Zach Provonchee to create the clean, minimalist design he envisioned. Baird’s hands-on approach and characteristic attention to detail is seen everywhere, from the floorto-ceiling windows that make the most of natural light and views to the extraordinary materials, finishes and technological equipment.

Baird built the home for today’s lifestyle. The open, main level is perfect for both entertaining and everyday living. It brings the outdoors in, thanks to two walls of windows and glass doors that open onto a terrace. The adjacent kitchen is a chef's dream, both functional and beautiful with a waterfall island, marble countertops,

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custom cabinetry and top-grade Sub-Zero appliances. Off the kitchen is a working pantry fitted with appliances and plenty of storage and counter space. The formal dining room and office are located at either end of this level.

The spacious master suite, secluded behind the kitchen, has a walk-in closet and spa-like master bath, complete with a massive soaking tub overlooking the backyard from another floor-to-ceiling window. In addition to the master, there are four oversized bedrooms, each with a private bathroom, walk-in closet and large windows. One of the upstairs bedrooms opens onto a rooftop terrace, and on top of that floor, an expansive rooftop deck, with 360-degree views, could almost be considered a fourth floor as it makes a perfect spot to enjoy sunny days or sunset cocktails. The home also offers modern features, including an elevator servicing all “four” floors, smart panels, surround sound, natural hardwood flooring and a three-car garage with electric charging station.

For those who appreciate fine design, outstanding craftsmanship and a luxurious approach to hosting friends and family, all in a quiet, convenient neighborhood, 4505 Wayland offers that and much, much more.

ADDRESS: 4505 Wayland Drive, Nashville, TN 37215 LIST PRICE: $5,500,000 CONTACT: Ivy Vick, (615-485-0963); Engel & Völkers Nashville

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700 12 Ave. S. #901 th

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The two-story, 3,138-square-foot, three-bedroom, three-and-ahalf-bath condominium in the Terrazzo is a pin-drop quiet, private sanctuary high in the sky. Situated on the ninth and 10th floors of NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE the high-rise building and with floor-to-ceiling windows and four balconies, this corner unit offers spectacular views of Nashville.

“It was all about the views and the light,” says interior designer Robin Rains, who designed the space. “So we did keep the condo light and open, with minimal furnishings, just to let the views of the skyline be the focal point.”

The indirect sunset views — the magnificent colors without the glare — are particularly breathtaking. While the walls are primarily white, there are a few dark gray accent walls.

On the main floor is an open kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a pantry and a large island with ample room for four counter stools. The kitchen opens into an expansive living/dining area that also comfortably accommodates a grand piano, as the current owner can attest. There is a gas fireplace with a custom limestone surround by architect Ron Farris, the first of two, the second one being upstairs in the primary bedroom. Also on the main floor is a jewel box of a powder room with an architectural paneled ceiling.

Robin, the owner of Robin Rains Interior Design + Antiques, says she also replaced bamboo flooring with bleached white oak floors throughout. One bedroom on the main floor was turned into a music studio, with the addition of acoustic panels and LED track lighting. Because it has its own full bath, it could easily be converted back.

A floating staircase, with a custom, solid brass lighting fixture composed of handblown glass globes suspended overhead, leads to the second floor of the home. There is a guest room with a full bath and a massive primary bedroom with a fireplace and enough room for a desk and sitting area.

In the adjoining bath, there is a soaking tub, separate shower, double sinks and a large walk-in closet, which leads to the hallway. “So convenient,” says Robin. Just pack a suitcase, head to the elevator, and you’re on your way. The condo can be accessed from the lobby or the garage, where the unit comes with three parking spaces. It also comes with a storage unit. Building amenities include a gym and a rooftop pool.

ADDRESS: 700 12th Ave. S. #901, Nashville, TN 37203 LIST PRICE: $2,700,000 CONTACT: Fiona King (615-417-3434); Worth Properties, LLC

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1801 Laurel Ridge Drive

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While there are many exceptional places to live in Nashville, not all can be considered a home of distinction. There must be a distinguishing feature that sets it apart from all others. In the case of NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE 1801 Laurel Ridge Drive, the significant contrast is, undeniably, the jaw-dropping, unobstructed panoramic view. Stunningly situated on an expansive, almost two-acre lot, this noteworthy property is, quite simply, breathtaking.

Built in 2016, this five-bedroom, six-bath, modern yet rustic estate is situated on Nashville’s most coveted hilltop, collectively known as Laurel Ridge. The juxtaposition of the skyline of Nashville and the home’s proximity to the same cannot be overestimated. While it may feel far away, it is only a short drive to the heart of Music City.

The present owners wanted relaxed privacy coupled with luxurious amenities. Carefully curated and thoughtfully designed, the 7,500-square-foot manor does not disappoint. It is designed in a way that does not feel pretentious, but more like a relaxing retreat.

The exterior showcases a cedar-shake roof, wood siding and an impressive gated drive announcing to visitors that they are in for something extraordinary. A spectacular pool is surrounded by Crab Orchard stone decking, a

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circular fire pit, an outdoor dining area and an inviting screened porch, all boasting a sweeping bird'seye view. There is a garage that accommodates up to 12 cars, along with an additional heated and cooled space perfect for a gym or workshop.

The interior architecture is timeless, with soaring ceilings and beams, shiplap walls, floor-to-ceiling windows and a two-story stone fireplace. A fully finished basement houses an arcade-like recreation room and ample wine cellar. This entertainer’s dream boasts a gourmet kitchen with breakfast nook leading to a family room, dual living areas and a formal dining alcove. From there, a wall of glass doors that open onto the pool deck with the enchanting horizon, providing a unique perspective you will not find anywhere else.

Realtors Stephanie Tipton Soper and Tim King joined forces on this listing, which has already attracted many potential buyers. So, if you would like an awe-inspiring home on one of the most desired streets in Nashville with your personal scenic overlook, search no further. 1801 Laurel Ridge Drive is calling your name.

ADDRESS: 1801 Laurel Ridge Drive, Nashville, TN 37215 LIST PRICE: $7,800,000 CONTACT: Tim King, (615-482-5953), Stephanie Tipton Soper, (615-594-7076); French | King Fine Properties

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6992 Giles Hill Road

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Driving to the home at 6992 Giles Hill Road is like a guided meditation at the end of the workday; the stresses of the day slough off of your shoulders as you drive away from the city, down the COLLEGE GROVE, TENNESSEE winding, country roads, past the horses, goats and llamas; quaint family cemeteries; and small, duck-filled ponds. After passing through the private security gate, the winding driveway ushers you to your quiet, secluded respite at the top of the tall hill. Once home, you can kick back and relax with a glass of wine on the vaulted, covered deck and watch the sun set behind the rolling green hills and farmland.

The 4,919-square-foot, five-bedroom — four upstairs and one downstairs — seven-bathroom house set on 15 acres of greenbelt land offers plenty of space for any size of family or, in the new era of working from home, separate offices for all. Every bedroom has a walk-in closet and a full bathroom, and two powder rooms are conveniently

placed near the common areas. With a vaulted ceiling, floor-to-ceiling windows with doors that open right to the deck and a large gas fireplace, the living room is never short on natural light and breathtaking views. In fact, each room on the west side of the house, including the kitchen and dining area, features tall windows that offer light, a gorgeous vantage and access to the composite deck that spans the entire length of the house.

Downstairs, the den opens to the wide patio underneath the deck. There’s also a cozy media room, a solid storm shelter built into the hillside and a garage large enough for two cars and a home gym. If that’s not enough space, the huge workshop detached from the house offers lots of room for bigger equipment and other vehicles. And if the sweeping views and the house weren’t enough on their own, there is also the option to include the lovely resident Franciscan donkey, who is already quite comfortable on the fenced-in property.

ADDRESS: 6992 Giles Hill Road, College Grove, TN 37046 LIST PRICE: $2,300,000 CONTACT: Lisa Culp Taylor, (615-595-5883); LCT Team, Parks Realty

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This time of year, as the weather warms up, many of us are trying to firm up summer travel plans. The lucky new owners of 2100 Elderton Court in Brentwood won’t have to worry about that.

BRENTWOOD, TENNESSEE They’ll never want to leave home. Built in 2013, the 5,537-squarefoot, five-bedroom house has five baths, two half-baths and enough amenities to rival a luxury resort. A heated, self-cleaning Rondo pool (after all, you’re on vacation) is flanked by an outdoor kitchen, a pergola with a wood-burning fireplace and a hot tub.

The contemporary brick Tudor-inspired home is situated on a lush, ¾-acre corner lot in the Annandale neighborhood and is professionally landscaped with lighting and irrigation. Once inside the house, there’s a massive, open, eat-in kitchen with rubberwood countertops, a large island with bar seating, double ovens, a stainless steel farmhouse sink, stainless steel appliances and cornflower blue cabinetry. The kitchen opens into a living space with a gas fireplace and vaulted ceilings with dark wood beams. Three sets of French doors open from the living room onto a tiled, covered patio that overlooks the picturesque pool.

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The primary bedroom and adjoining spa-like bath are located on the main floor. The bath features custom wood double vanities, a free-standing soaking tub, a shower with two shower heads, a Toto bidet, a heated tile floor and two walk-in closets. There is also an additional bedroom on the main floor that is currently used as an office.

Upstairs, there are two bedrooms, two full baths and a media room. In the fully finished basement, there is a hang out room with a kitchenette, which opens onto a covered patio. There is also a guest suite for when friends visit, with a bedroom, bathroom and walk-in closet. In addition, there is a stateof-the-art gym, which connects to a changing room area with two bathrooms and a washer and dryer.

It opens onto the pool area, complete with an outdoor shower.

Even the three-car garage is seriously impressive. It has wood floors and tall ceilings, so it can double as a basketball or sport court and comes complete with a scoreboard. The walls are even padded, so it’s perfect for hockey.

ADDRESS: 2100 Elderton Court, Brentwood, TN 37027 LIST PRICE: $3,250,000 CONTACT: Michelle Maldonado (615-260-4423); Compass RE

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Cannongate Farm is a dream that has been rendered real through the extraordinary dedication and hard work of its talented creators and their hand-picked team of collaborators. This is a storied farm, possessing beauty that is both restorative and soul-healing, with interior and agricultural spaces magnificently redefined for living a bountiful life in the 21st century.

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Gavin Duke Owner and Principal Landscape Architect, Duke Design Group

Growing up in the Ozark Mountains of rural Arkansas, Gavin Duke was surrounded by abundant nature. True to his inquisitive spirit, he observed the natural world as he maneuvered through it daily. He sketched what he encountered — the trees, the wildflowers and even the craftsmen and farmers in his area. It wasn’t until he was introduced to the concept of landscape architecture by Ernie Jacks, the then-associate dean of the architecture program at University of Arkansas, that he realized just how much of a role his connection to nature would play in his everyday life and even his career. He graduated with a bachelor’s degree in landscape architecture and kick-started his career in the green spaces — from his first project at Cheekwood to designing outdoor environments that have earned him international attention and accolades from his peers at the prestigious Institute of Classical Architecture & Art. For 30 years, Gavin represented half of the duo of Page | Duke Landscape Architects with his longtime business partner, Ben Page. Together, they created some of the most iconic spaces in Nashville, including the Tennessee Governor’s Residence and the Nashville Public Library, along with a whole host of farms and private homes. He has traveled the world, gaining inspiration and ideas from both historical and modern architecture and learning to focus his personal design philosophy that “landscape design is to create a seamless integration of the built environment and its surroundings.”

This year, Gavin has assembled his own team, with fellow Arkansan Brittany Dingler and local Wes Hodges, to form Duke Design Group. With new colleagues at his side, he is focusing on bringing the range of arts together “to design gardens and living environments for people, plants and animals.” We caught up with Gavin across the garden wall, and he shared a bit about his first project, the perks of his job and what inspires him.

CAREER PATH Ernie Jacks was the dean of architecture at the University of Arkansas. He introduced me to landscape architecture. It was in the University of Arkansas studio that I was informed of [the] art and craft. From that point forward, I remained curious.

HUMBLE BEGINNINGS Long ago, Cheekwood was in need of a formal gatehouse and entry walls for receiving visitors and conducting ticket sales.

That was one of my first drawing projects under Ben Page as an apprentice. It is still there today.

JOB PERKS Because of my job, I’ve worked with really fabulous clients in creating amazing outdoor gardens. I’ve had the opportunity to watch them grow and learn from mistakes as well as successes.

All of the projects I’ve been involved in are special, and there are so many amazing people.

JOB CHALLENGES Well, of course, [the hardest part of my job is] the budget. Dream big and then work fast to figure out how to get the same result for not as much money.

BIGGEST INFLUENCE I would say, early on, it was my dad. He instilled a work ethic in me and pushed me to work hard and not give up. He showed me that the time and effort I put into something could eventually pay off. Whether installing a door or drawing a plan, you could do what you set out to do if you could visualize the end result and put in the time.

SHOP LOCAL [My favorite local retailer is] either Kolo Collection or Textures flooring, local Nashville design centers. Textures specializes in

amazing floors [and] rugs, and Kolo is a source for outdoor furniture or umbrellas.

BEST ADVICE Love the art, but know the business. Make sure that you can watch your numbers and always secure contracts. It’s a business.

GET INSPIRED [A source of inspiration for me is] nature. The natural environment has so many facets. Learning about native plants and wildflower meadows keeps me going. The craftsmen inspire me to appreciate someone else’s passion and, therefore, learn and yield from someone else’s experience (i.e., ironwork, millwork, masonry and so on).

PROUD MOMENT I received a Shutze Award for a local project a few years back from the Institute of Classical Architecture & Art. It was an honor to be recognized by a national organization. It gave me a sense of accomplishment. I am appreciative of the award and also the client that allowed that creativity to become reality.

IN ANOTHER LIFE [If I weren’t a landscape architect, I would be] trying to paint amazing portraits of cows or the rambling landscape.

IN THE WORKS Several amazing gardens and challenging site puzzles. Every day is about solving and diplomacy.

FUTURE PLANS I would love to create more wild meadows and pollinator fields. I want to also pass along the many rewards and experiences that landscape architecture can bring as a profession.

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Hunter Claire Rogers Head of Membership and Communications, Soho House Nashville

Hunter Claire Rogers has led a fascinating and creative life that made her a perfect choice to serve as the liaison for Soho House when Nashville became one of its Cities Without Houses four years ago. Her success in that role led her to being named head of membership and communications when Nashville opened its outpost of the international members-only club. She spent years in Europe teaching and earning her degrees before returning home, diving into the nonprofit world, and creating and producing events.

Hunter Claire honed her events and communication skills at Big Machine Label Group in their creative department and later became the Nashville Fashion Alliance’s director of opportunity and directed its first annual NFA Honors. Through her HCR Events, she worked as the special projects director for The Callaway, helping with the VIP party and opening of RH Nashville, The Gallery at Green Hills and executing the Domino Outpost and Keep Shop pop-up, in addition to a variety of events local to Nashville. Hunter Claire took some time to tell us about her first events, biggest influence and best advice for newcomers — something we all need to remember.

CAREER PATH I’ve always been a people person, and [I] think that naturally led to a career in hospitality. The act of hosting and being a connector has always played a large role in my life. It’s something that came naturally to me, so I ran with it.

HUMBLE BEGINNINGS My work connecting creatives started with Fashion Happening Nashville, a yearly fashion event focused on spotlighting local fashion, accessory and design. I produced FHN in conjunction with my business partner, Anna Zeitlin, as a way to weave a larger connective thread between the fashion and arts communities in Nashville. This yearly event was held at Zeitgeist gallery and combined art, photography and fashion and encouraged collaborations in our community.

JOB PERKS So far, I think my favorite part of this role has been curating our membership and bringing together a real creative community that speaks to the uniqueness of this city. It has been a privilege to open Soho House Nashville, and I am looking forward to what we accomplish next as a team.

BIGGEST INFLUENCE There have been a lot of women who have inspired me over the years, but my biggest influence has always been my mother. In addition to having a demanding career as an OB-GYN, she was always a connector and threw extravagant gatherings and parties growing up. I have such fond memories of this and think I subconsciously wanted to emulate her. She had creative pursuits and curated a community in a way I can only aspire to.

SHOP LOCAL Nashville has so many wonderful local vendors. I would like to call out two innovative caterers and chefs that I always love to work with: Molly Martin of Juniper Green and Keshia Hay of Sip N Bite.

Both of them have an insane palate and the ability to transform food in innovative ways.

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kind. Our city is small, but it’s also welcoming. It’s not six degrees of separation here; it’s two. And I’m a big believer in treating others how you would like to be treated. If you’re looking to get into a creative field, always make a point to engage [in] and connect [with] the community around you. Make sure you have a mentor. This doesn’t have to be someone at the top of their field. A mentor can be someone you admire, a peer or even a friend.

GET INSPIRED Nashville’s creatives inspire me. I may never be a fashion designer, artist or chef, but I am always in awe of what is being created in our city.

PROUD MOMENT I think my proudest moment has been playing a role in opening Soho House Nashville. After working for the company as a liaison for the past four years, I have been connecting and building the community that we have today. Nashville is a city on the cusp of a cultural renaissance. With so many talented creatives in food, fashion, film, all of these communities have existed as satellites, never orbiting around something. I’m hoping that Soho House Nashville can fill this space.

IN ANOTHER LIFE If I weren’t head of membership and communications for Soho House Nashville, I would still be focused on the larger creative community in this city, curating events and experiences and running RSVP Nashville.

IN THE WORKS I am currently building out my team and planning the events and comms for Soho House Nashville. We want our house to be a reflection of [not only] Soho House globally, but also our city. We are so much more than a social club for creatives.

FUTURE PLANS In the near future, I hope to transition my side project, RSVP Nashville, into a larger media presence. It has been a fun way to keep tabs on what is happening in our city, and I hope to grow it as a larger resource.

The number one thing I tell everyone starting out in Nashville is to be

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Executive Director, Metropolitan Historical and Historic Zoning Commissions When Tim Walker was completing his Bachelor of Architecture at The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, he found himself taking every elective related to historic preservation, and his design studio projects took cues from the historic context. His passion for the subject has never wavered, especially as he protects our city’s character and resources in his role as the executive director of the Metropolitan Historical Commission and the Historic Zoning Commission.

After moving to Nashville, Tim learned about the work of MHC and Ann Roberts, its executive director, and knew it was something he wanted to be a part of. In his first MHC job, Tim was a historic preservationist working with the Nashville City Cemetery Association, a local nonprofit that supports the city-owned cemetery and the first of many volunteer and friends groups he has advised on local and national levels.

Tim’s enthusiasm for architecture is so strong, he says that if he weren’t in his present career, he’d be practicing architecture, teaching or rehabbing historic buildings. We found Tim at Sunnyside, the mansion in Sevier Park, where he talked about his first rehab project, the best advice he ever received and what’s next for the mansion.

HUMBLE BEGINNINGS It was my own rehab project. In 1998, I purchased my first home, a circa 1890 Queen Anne Victorian that had been modified in the late 1910s with a Craftsman-inspired addition. The East Nashville property was severely damaged in the tornado that had swept through the city months earlier and had subsequent water damage. The owner planned to demolish the property, but I saw great potential in the building. It was an incredible learning experience as I pulled my own permits and did most of the rehab work, including structural, mechanical, electrical and plumbing, with help from my father and brother, and as a bonus, I appeared on HGTV’s If Walls Could Talk, where they showcased my journey.

JOB PERKS This is difficult, because there are so many, but if I must pick one, it would be getting to be on the team managing the first major exterior restoration to the Parthenon, which was completed in 2001. I was able to see the building and its unique construction of aggregate concrete up close, which included being up on scaffolding at arm’s length from the pediments, with their ornate statuary of Greek gods and goddesses.

JOB CHALLENGES Although we strive to help property owners find solutions for their projects that meet their needs and the design guidelines in historic overlays, sometimes it isn’t possible. It’s always hard to give them the news that their project — or some aspect of it — doesn’t meet the guidelines.

BIGGEST INFLUENCE My father, without question. He’s a jack-of-all trades, having worked successfully as an electrical engineer, chemist, plant manager, contractor, farmer, vintage car restorer, beekeeper and computer tech.

SHOP LOCAL I love Preservation Station. When historic buildings are going to be taken down for new construction, Jack Hetrick, the owner, works with developers to salvage historical elements — doors, windows, wood trim, brick, stone and unique architectural details — and resells those items to be used to rehab older buildings or to incorporate into new.

BEST ADVICE When I was deciding whether I should leave an architectural firm for a job in historic preservation, I contacted three leaders in the field and invited each of them to lunch to discuss their work and my career goals. It was the best use of time and money that I’ve ever spent. As a result, all three became mentors, and one of them later offered me the job that started me down my current career path.

PROUD MOMENT We partnered with our foundation, the MHC Foundation, to create Nashville Sites (nashvillesites.org), a free and ad-free, mobilefriendly website that provides theme-based tours (walking and driving) of Nashville’s historic and cultural sites. With support from local universities, the Turner Foundation, The DISTRICT, Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp, and Humanities Tennessee, 30 tours have been created to date, and many of those include lesson plans for teachers. It’s been a great way to educate locals and tourists about our city and what makes it unique.

IN THE WORKS We’re working with Metro Parks on a master plan for Fort Negley Park, which should be completed this summer. It’s only been in the last few years that we’ve begun to understand the complex history of this site, not only as a Civil War fort and city park, but also as a remnant of one of the city’s earliest neighborhoods for African Americans following the Civil War and as a Works Progress Administration reconstruction. The master plan will set the stage for the site’s future improvements and uses, so it’s critically important we get it right.

FUTURE PLANS I’m excited that our office in Sevier Park, the Sunnyside mansion, is finally getting the love it deserves, thanks to Mayor Cooper, Metro Council and Metro Parks. Originally constructed in the 1820s as a log home, a series of additions were added over the next century that included the circa 1852 two-story Greek Revival portion that faces 12 th Avenue South. Our building and portions of the park will undergo improvements over the next 15 months, and although it will be an inconvenience for the department during construction, the completed project will make a good park great.

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Valarie Franklin Architect and Senior Associate, Moody Nolan

Nashville native Valarie Franklin didn’t go to school to be an architect, because she didn’t know anyone who was an architect.

What she did have was the image of a powerful woman of color on television. Clair Huxtable, the smart, decisive character on The Cosby Show became her model, so she went to Tuskegee University with the goal of becoming a lawyer. She soon became friends with some of the architecture students, and through them, her artistic nature and her skills in math were reawakened, and she switched gears.

Valarie has made quite a name for herself among her peers, including winning awards and working on projects that are meaningful to herself and many communities, such as the Greenwood Cultural Center in Tulsa, the site of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, and the National Museum of African American Music in downtown Nashville. She has been a lecturer and advocate for others and was a founding member and first president of the Nashville chapter of the National Organization for Minority Architects. Valarie has also served on the board of directors for The American Institute of Architects Tennessee, the Civic Design Center and the Urban League of Middle Tennessee. Valarie’s skills and leadership are transforming the landscape of the Nashville architectural scene. We talked with Valarie about her first projects with her mentor, who inspires her and what new projects she’s excited to work on.

CAREER PATH I entered Tuskegee University majoring in political science with the goal of one day becoming a lawyer like [Clair Huxtable]. By chance, I befriended students in the architecture program, and seeing their projects reignited my creative interest. After my first year of college, I changed my major to architecture, and I credit those students as being my first mentors. Despite my “late start,” I went on to thrive in the architecture program, and the year I graduated, I was awarded the American Institute of Architects Presidential Award of Excellence.

BEST ADVICE Be the change. Remember that your voice matters. Keep everything in perspective. Don’t be afraid to fail. Failures can be your greatest successes, if you learn from them.

HUMBLE BEGINNINGS After graduating with honors, I was hired by my professor, who also had a private practice in Tuskegee, Major L. Holland. During my time working with Mr. Holland, I had the opportunity to help with many of his projects. The first one in my recollection was a large residence on Lake Tuskegee. This lake house was to be designed in the Tuskegee vernacular, which is unique in its own right. As a Tuskegee architecture student, it was meaningful for me to have my first postgraduate project be a project in [the town], because since [the university’s] founding in 1881, [its] architecture students have historically designed and built most buildings in the city and on the campus.

PROUD MOMENT Growing Together Learning Center is one of my favorites, because it tapped into my educator nature, and it made me feel that I could have an impact on young lives through the built environment.

It was a very proud moment when I was able to bring my own children to the child care center to put my work to the test. They loved it and thought that it was an amusement venue.

JOB PERKS I am fortunate, through my career, to be able to engage with a large number of community leaders, the stakeholders and residents in the communities in which I design, and with students and other professionals that I am able to mentor and advocate for.

JOB CHALLENGES Work can overtake you, if you allow it. Architects are notorious for having terrible sleeping habits. This is largely due to the deadlinedriven nature of our job. It is not uncommon for architects to stay up very late — or all night even — to meet project deadlines.

BIGGEST INFLUENCE My biggest cheerleader has always been my mother. She always believed in me and thought that I could do anything. We lost her [in] September of 2021, but the life lessons that she taught and the confidence that she instilled in me are always with me.

GET INSPIRED I wake up every morning for my kids. I have three beautiful daughters. My youngest two are still in grade school. All of my daughters inspire me to be the best me that I can be. They remind me that I am not living life for myself.

IN THE WORKS Moody Nolan is partnering with Chattanooga Housing Authority and various community-run entities to create a safer, more affordable community for residents living in a Westside neighborhood in Chattanooga. [Our] objective is to design along with the community and to deliver design solutions that fit their needs and cultural heritage, [and] our goal is to ensure the significant landmarks that hold years of stories are preserved throughout reconstruction. [Also,] on May 30, 1921, what ultimately became known as the Tulsa Race Massacre, a mob of white Tulsans destroyed the homes and businesses of Black residents in the historically Black neighborhood of Greenwood. Over 300 Greenwood residents were shot and killed, and countless others were injured. Honoring the cultural significance, historic nature and local presence of the [existing] Greenwood Cultural Center, Moody Nolan and JCJ Architecture’s Tulsa office have teamed up to bring a nationwide presence and extensive personal and professional experience in African American history and Black culture. The Moody Nolan + JCJ team’s goal is to create “a state-of-the-art facility that honors Greenwood’s past while helping build and support future generations of Tulsans.”

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A Real Gem An exclusive interview with Swan Award recipient Mish Tworkowski

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hen it was announced that Mish Tworkowski, one of the country’s most talented and exciting fine jewelry designers, would receive the 2022 Swan Ball Award, all agreed that he was more than deserving of the prestigious honor. A longtime supporter of Cheekwood, he has been the official Swan Ball jeweler twice — last in 2017 — and has attended as a guest many times. His love for the historic estate was evident during the pandemic, when he offered 28 one-of-a-kind and limited-edition pieces in a virtual auction and sale, with a generous portion of the proceeds going to the Ball.

This year, Mish and his partner, Joseph Singer, hosted the grand opening of his flagship boutique and design studio in Palm Beach, where they now reside. Fortunately, they still come to Nashville a few times each year to visit old friends, such as Swan Ball co-chair Mary Catherine McClellan. It turns out the love Nashville has for Mish is reciprocal. We learned just how much when the engaging jeweler chatted with us about who introduced him to Cheekwood, his new Palm Beach store and more. continued on page 82

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Congratulations on receiving this year’s Swan Award! What was your reaction when you got the news?

I was asked for the [2021] Swan Ball, and I was so blown away because Mary Catherine and Elizabeth Nichols asked for a conference call, and I remember this so clearly, [thinking], “Oh, my god, this is so interesting. So much fun.” Then, all of a sudden, they started saying all of these wonderful things that I’ve done and how much Nashville loves me, and I’m like, “Oh, my god, where is this going?” And when they asked me, I actually became completely teary-eyed. I couldn’t even speak for a few minutes. It’s so unexpected. I had been to several Swan Balls, and I realized the kind of people they give them to. One year, I sat next to Carolina Herrera when she got it, never imagining that I would actually be getting up there to accept it one year as well. So, I was overwhelmed and humbled and moved because it’s such a lifetime achievement. ...

Needless to say, I was walking on clouds for months after that.

How did you first get involved with Cheekwood?

Trisha Frist. I met her in New York. We became great friends, and one day, she said, “I want you to come to Nashville.” And I remember so clearly, we got in her little convertible, and we drove all over Nashville. And she brought me to Cheekwood, [one of] her special places in Nashville. That must [have been] between 15 or 20 years ago.

What do you find special about the Swan Ball?

The wonderful tradition of the Swan Ball, coupled with Nashville being such a wonderful place and filled with so many wonderful people who still love [and respect] things that are beautiful. I think that is carried through every year, and I hope it goes on forever.

I also think that’s a big testament to all the people in Nashville, which is one of the reasons I love them so much, is that Nashville is a place with great taste. People love beautiful things. They entertain beautifully. They have a great warmth. They’re proud of their city. They’re proud of their homes. All of that comes through clearly in everything that the Swan Ball does. And I always say the ladies in Nashville have it completely right. The Swan Ball committee should be running the country because they really do everything perfectly, with great sensitivity and love and intelligence and care and don’t

want a lot of praise for it. They’re doing it for all the right reasons.

So, that would be such a wonderful path for all of us to be on.

How would you describe your new store?

I think of it as next-generation Palm Beach, in a way — tradition with a punch. I don’t want to say it’s more sophisticated than traditional Palm Beach, because that’s not true, but I feel like it’s Palm Beach with a bit of a European flair. There’s a great sophistication, and we picked bright, unusual colors. We took those things that you love about Palm Beach — bright color, bringing the outside in, pattern — and tweaked it a little bit to make it more “Mish,” for lack of a better word.

You’ve been very generous to Cheekwood in the past. What other causes are important to you, and what drives your philanthropic interest?

Both Joseph and I feel very fortunate that we are in the position to be philanthropic, and besides our personal causes, we love to support causes that are very dear to friends. That’s very important for us to be able to give back to people [we] really love. … I’m on the board of the New York Botanical Garden. I’m a big gardener, so I love all aspects of gardening. And I love that most botanical gardens have a big educational component, whether it’s children’s education or just teaching science and all those things that are important to life on the planet.

I’m also on the board of the Palm Beach Preservation Foundation, and they also have a very big cultural component to [preserve] the incredible design [of Palm Beach].

In addition to creating gorgeous jewelry, you’re known for your extraordinary style. Have you thought about how you’re going to dress up your tails for the Swan Ball?

I want to have [my tails] made. Mary Catherine and I have been having conversations about this. [Her husband,] David, actually went to [The Oxford Shop] to have his made. I’m going to call him.

I’m told I have plenty of time to do it. And then, I have to think about it. I’ll probably wear my favorite pair of cuff links. Obviously, white tie is meant to be rather traditional, so I will be very respectful of that.

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It wouldn’t be May in Nashville without thousands flocking to Percy Warner Park for the annual running of the Iroquois Steeplechase. After two years, the beloved rite of spring returns to the second Saturday of this month and offers something for everyone, from sportsmen to fashionistas to little ones. Our Style Contest judges will be looking for the best-dressed ladies and gents. Drop by the Nfocus Portrait Studio to say hi! iroquoissteeplechase.org

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Last year’s rendition of the popular food and beverage fundraiser for Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee was such a success that they are repeating it.

Five local dining destinations — Chaatable, Etch, Joyland, Hathorne and Thai Esane — are offering special threecourse meals. Indulging in this special night is one of the tastiest ways we can think of to raise funds to get food on the tables of the city’s food-insecure people. secondharvestmidtn.org

Join us as we celebrate the return of our Homes of Distinction party and our annual roundup of the area’s most extraordinary homes!

This year, the party will be held in a luxurious, modern residence on Wayland Drive built by Baird Graham. Come for cocktails and bites, visit with friends and take in one of the best views in Green Hills. See all of this year’s Homes of Distinction selections on page 42. nfocusmagazine.com

SWAN BALL AUCTION PARTY MAY 17

Belle Meade Country Club will be the site for the always-lively Swan Ball Auction Party, with co-chairs Sally Nesbitt and Vee Vee Scott at the helm. Auction co-chairs Dione DeWitte, Irwin Fisher and Coco Kyriopoulos hope everyone is ready to bid on the extraordinary items, such as trips to Egypt or Uruguay, and some very special local experiences that you can’t find anywhere except here. swanball.com

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Unleashed: Dinner With Your Dog is back, and to celebrate, the Nashville Humane Association is hosting a dog-friendly rave!

Don your best party, rave or glowing gear — your pet’s, too — and head to the Loews Vanderbilt Hotel for an evening of fun that includes a runway show of adorable, adoptable pups with local celebs at the other end of the leash. You and your four-legged friend will be helping other animals find their fur-ever homes. nashvillehumane.org

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OTHER NOTEWORTHY EVENTS May 1: Picnic With the Library (Nashville Public Library Foundation) May 4: Cheekwood Society Dinner (Cheekwood) May 9: Antiques Roadshow Meet-and-Greet (Nashville Public Television) May 13: The Hunt Ball (The Hillsboro Hounds) May 17: Hermitage Spring Outing (Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage) May 19: Chesed Dinner (Jewish Family Service) May 23: Tiffany Circle Spring Gathering (American Red Cross) For a full listing of upcoming events, visit calendar.nfocusmagazine.com.

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Best Behavior: Bad News Expert etiquette advice from John Bridges

REGIFTING A friend of almost 30 years just sent an invitation to her third wedding.

I attended her first wedding in the 1990s and gave an expensive gift. The marriage lasted six weeks, and the presents were not returned. I was at her house the day she took my gift to the consignment shop, along with the other presents. Her second wedding was in Italy in the 2000s. I couldn’t afford the trip, but I sent a present anyway. Her second husband died four years ago, and I haven’t seen her since his funeral. I don’t want to go to this wedding, because it is a six-hour drive and she is vehemently unvaccinated, a point on which we totally disagree. Am I obligated to send yet another gift, or will sending regrets and a nice card suffice? — Anonymous, Hillwood Your longtime friend’s not getting married for the third time in order to test your fidelity. There’s never any reason to give gifts for a third trip down the aisle. The bride-to-be-again-and-again-and-again has plenty of experience in getting married. She probably has all the china she can use. You went to the late husband’s funeral, so you’ve given enough already. You can keep your distance this time around. If your BFF remains obstinately resistant to getting her shots, you’re making the wise choice for a lot of reasons. You say the two of you have been great friends for three decades. She probably knows it, too. If she doesn’t, sending a gift won’t make much of a difference. The nice card will suffice.

SEVERANCE CHECK My boss is a great guy. We’ve had a good relationship for the five years we’ve been working together. But it’s always seemed to me that he doesn’t have a lot of friends, other than guys from the office. They go out for drinks every Friday. That seems to be his social life, best I can tell. I’ve kept my distance, and I’m sure it was the right thing to do. I have friends of my own, including my girlfriend. Now, I’ve decided to move on, and I’ve got an offer for a new job. I’ve told my coworkers, and they’ve told me my boss is going to be heartbroken when he gets the news. I like the man, but I’m pretty sure I’m going to take the new job. How do I handle this without breaking his heart?

— Anonymous, East Nashville Work and play seldom mix well, even over mixed drinks. If you’ve gone out with friends of your own or with your girlfriend, you’ve made the right decision.

Everybody seems to have been available every Friday, but if no apologies were required on Monday morning, your soon-to-be-former boss may well be a good fellow. Sharing your departure news around the office was, to say the least, a questionable idea. Now’s the time to sit down with the boss and tell him that your desk is going to be available. You can do it over drinks and pick up the tab. He probably won’t break into tears. If he does, leave in peace and with a handshake. You’ve been making the right decision every Friday afternoon for the past five years.

BY JOHN BRIDGES

John is the author of How To Be a Gentleman and the co-author, with Bryan Curtis, of other books in the GentleMannersTM series. Send your Best Behavior questions to jbridges@nfocusmagazine.com, and check out his up-to-theminute advice on life’s puzzling problems every Friday at nfocusmagazine.com.

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Family Tradition Looking back at the history of the Iroquois Steeplechase The Iroquois Steeplechase was more than an afternoon at the races for horse owners, racing fans and their friends. Many hosted parties as a part of their weekend celebrations. Among those were Jesse and Margaret Currey Henley, who welcomed friends for brunch at their Franklin home, Green Pastures. Margaret and her brother, Brownlee Currey, were longtime supporters of the Steeplechase and many other equine organizations. Brownlee served as a trustee of the Volunteer State Horsemen’s Foundation, and Margaret was a five-time winner of the Calvin Houghland Iroquois. In recognition of their dedication to the sport of steeplechasing and philanthropy, the Currey family is named an honorary co-chair of the 2022 Iroquois Steeplechase. That commitment to tradition and charity continues today, so look for members of the Currey family in the winner’s circle at Iroquois Steeplechase presenting the trophy to the winner of the Margaret Currey Henley Stakes.

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