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For many, living in Cleveland during the Winter is like visiting a resort and never leaving your room. You’re clearly invested in the visit, but just aren’t getting your money’s worth. There’s plenty to do and we don’t avail ourselves of the opportunities. Of course, hiking our Metroparks, skiing a local slope or sledding with the kids are all ways that we traditionally enjoy the winter. But there’s more… The family of our feature home designed their back yard to be used year round. “Back yard” just doesn’t seem to do this project justice. Theirs is more of a resort than a yard. When we were kids, the back yard looked like something designed by Sanford & Son and the Little Rascals. The only change was a blanket of snow and our snowman’s place in it. It was a yard, plain and simple. A growing trend in many projects is “encouraged use.” This is not to be confused with “intended use.” Intended Use is exactly what it implies… A kitchen is a place to cook, a back yard is a place to play catch and a bathroom is, well, you get the idea. Encouraged Use changes things up a bit… A kitchen is a place to gather, a back yard is a place for recreation and a bathroom is a spa. People are demanding more from their projects and “encouraged use” dominates. Here’s a great comparison… Intended Use yard: The snow flies and you cover the grill and call it a year. Encouraged Use yard: The snow flies and you turn on the hot tub, switch on the heated walkway, light a fire and it’s “Happy Hour in Margaritaville!” Whenever we visit a home to learn about a project, we always look for a “wow” factor that’s unique to that property. In this issue, our three projects all have a common trait… they each have designs that extend, and even welcome, more than their original amount of intended use. Our Glamour Bath feature boasts heated floors, electric blinds and a Jacuzzi with a great view. Our Kitchen project was brilliantly designed for convenience, entertaining and, yes, even cooking! Our Feature Home boasts a “back yard” that encourages use year round. Be sure to visit us at hometrendsmag.com for more photos and links on these projects. The home remodeling shows have come and gone, leaving in their wake many homeowners contemplating their next endeavor. As we look forward to Spring, encourage more use out of your next project and remember to have fun! Many thanks for having us into your homes and keep those letters and emails coming! Warm Regards,
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By Melissa Lefelar The one thing missing for lots of homeowners when they want to entertain is the right kind of kitchen. That’s not a problem at one Bainbridge Township home, which was built four years ago with hosting in mind. “I designed our kitchen to allow many people to perform many tasks at once,” said owner and interior designer Holly Chinnici. “Because my husband and I have large families, the kitchen always gets bombarded. I designed the kitchen so that one person can be in the refrigerator, another can be at the sink, someone else can be at the oven and others can be setting or clearing the table or serving drinks in a completely separate area.” Holly was inspired by the architecture in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, the posh ski resort town where her family spends several weeks a year. “We love it. If we won the lottery, that’s probably where we’d live,” she said. “We like the woodsy, warm influence. I used to stalk the Four Seasons in Jackson Hole with a ‘spy’ camera and run around photographing everything.”
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ertain elements in Holly’s kitchen are custom made for the repeat hostess. Her pantry alone could win awards for its sheer size and organization. It’s also great for a working mom, as Chinnici just opened a
furniture and home accessories store, Simpatico, on the triangle in Chagrin Falls. “I love my pantry. I use it like another room,” she said. “The one thing I wanted was a huge pantry. I don’t like a lot of things hidden. I want to see my dishes if I want to access them.” Holly’s contractor, Jonas Yoeder of J&B Builders, gave her all adjustable, dark-stained alder wood shelving and big cabinets underneath for storage. He even built horizontal, hanging bars for tablecloths and left a space for a back-up refrigerator if the Chinnicis want to install one. A long counter top inside the pantry allows for easy assembly of party foods. Another unique detail is the hostess station, just outside the pantry and steps from the dining room. It features alder wood cabinetry with seeded glass, a small sink and a compact, 18-inch dishwasher. “The theory behind this was if you’re in the dining room, everything you need to set the table is right here. The dishwasher is small enough, so if you unload the table, you have room to wash one course of dishes or some glasses,” Holly said. 20 HOMETRENDSMAG.com
Previous Page This Bainbridge Township kitchen has everything needed for entertaining: a 6-burner Wolf range, double ovens, large work spaces and an oversized Sub-zero refrigerator/freezer. left to right There is even a flat-screen TV above the microwave so the cook can keep up with the news or the big game.
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Previous Page Pendant lights illuminate the granite island. Designer Holly Chinnici mixed different woods and stone surfaces to create an informal, welcoming space. Pottery Barn stools at the island provide seating for friends.
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The rest of the kitchen is more conventional, but no less spectacular. The dark woods and earthy tones complement other rooms in the Craftsman-style home, and the high-end stainless steel appliances provide the serious cook with everything needed to make a great family meal. The Wolf 6-burner, gas range gives Holly plenty of room to make side dishes. Double ovens by Thermador provide enough space for several main dishes and even some homemade bread. The huge Sub-Zero, side-by-side refrigerator/freezer holds more than enough food for a hungry family. “My husband watches (MTV’s) Cribs too much. He was obsessed with the Sub-Zero double wide,” Holly said. The dark brown, knotty alder wood cabinets were made by C.A. Miller Custom Woodworking in Burton. The style is hard to define—a hybrid between Craftsman and country—and sprung from Holly’s fertile imagination. “Chris Miller was fantastic because I literally drew them, and he made them, which was great,” Holly said. The island follows the current trend of mixing woods and is painted black. Holly said Miller paid attention to the smallest details. “He even painted my high chair to match. He didn’t like seeing it in here. He said the high chair needs to be fixed, and he painted it to match the island. You’ve got to love that,” said Holly. Chinnici also likes to mix different kinds of stone. She used a dramatic granite, Island Tsunami Green, on
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Left to right This alcove tucks away books on cooking and entertaining. The hostess station puts everything needed to set the table close to the dining room—cabinets with china and flatware, a sink for filling water glasses, even a small dishwasher. Winter blooms brighten the space. A big family dining room sits right off the kitchen.
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the island, and a softer, Durango Limestone on the perimeter counter tops. “I didn’t want to do the whole kitchen in it (granite) because I thought it was kind of intense,” she said. “The island is a different color anyways, so I decided to break it up by doing a limestone on the exterior.” Holly admitted that this choice isn’t for everyone. “The Durango is a little bit porous, so you have to be okay with that. Sometimes, I’ll serve coffee and there will be some coffee stains and about two weeks later, they fade out of the Durango. If you’re a person that’s an extreme perfectionist, you don’t want that. But I love it because I actually like the patina that it gives,” she said. More green appears in the back splash, made of Roku glass tile. “I’m not a back splash person. I have a very hard time with back splashes. But I love this glass. I love the sheen it brings into the kitchen. I love the sparkle it puts in the room. I use it all the time in different sizes and configurations for clients,” Holly said. Most faucets are not conversation pieces, but Chinnici’s 36-inch high, restaurant-grade Kohler is. “It’s one of my favorite things in the whole house. You can have a real heavy spray, or you can lighten it up. It was an indulgence, but I really wanted it,” she said. The kitchen is open to a large dining area. The walls are covered with a modified version of the home’s exterior stone, giving the space a cozy, lodge-like feel. Floor to ceiling doors and windows along the outside wall make it a great place to watch the change of seasons. “We wanted that room to feel like part of the outside of the house. It’s definitely not formal,” Holly said. But it is a great place for dinner parties and large family celebrations. Holly and her husband Joe, bought their copper and steel dining table in Wyoming. “We were in Jackson
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Left to right A tropical fish tank sits atop the hostess station. Dramatic counter granite and a green back splash tile add shine to the kitchen. One of the homeowner’s favorite features is the 36-inch industrial-grade faucet.
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Hole, and we went into a workshop and saw a table very similar to this that we were really taken by. The guy who made it was literally a ‘ski bum’ who’s an iron monger on the side, so we talked to him on the phone and sent him a couple of pictures. In between skiing, he made it,” Holly said. She said the copper base is as light as a feather, but the top is 600 pounds of heavy steel that took three men to move into place. Holly said it is a perfect reflection of her home’s informality. “It’s fun because it patinas. I put drinks on it. It’s supposed to get distressed-looking, so you just kind of let it beat itself up and just go with it. It’s not supposed to be formal,” she said. The entire set up—from the kitchen to the pantry to the dining room – works well for the Chinnici family. “This design allows for a bit more harmony when entertaining,” Holly said.
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left to right The pantry is a study in organization. Nothing was left to chance, with room for dishes, non-perishables, an extra refrigerator and hanging linens. An on-the-wall filing system helps the busy family keep appointments and school assignments straight.
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Resources Designer: Holly K. Chinnici Architect: Lesko and Associates Builder or Contractor: Jonas Yoeder, J and B Builders Hardwood Floor: Sheoga Hardwoods Dining Room Floor: Virginia Tile Kitchen Cabinetry: CA Miller Custom Woodworking Kitchen Countertops: Korkan Granite Kitchen Backsplash: Virginia Tile Kitchen Sink(s): Main Sink, Franke MHX-610-33 stainless farm sink, Secondary Sink, Franke CPX-110 Elements Stainless sink, (undermount) Kitchen Faucets: Main Faucet, Kohler K-6330 Promaster Kitchen Faucet,
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Lighting: Kitchen Pendants, Serengetti custom blown glass 44013, Dining room, Iron Oxide Bowl Pendants, Minka Lavery 88029. Painting: Paint for kitchen, custom blend, Sherwin Williams, Furniture: Custom Copper and steel dining table, handmade in Jackson Hole Wyoming, leather dining chairs, Four hands, available through Simpatico Living, Kitchen barstools, Pottery Barn, 192762144. Accessories: All accessories available at Simpatico. Audio / Whole-House: Audio Craft Windows: Pella Architectural series
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Left to right The dining area can seat as many as 12 people, yet feels intimate because of the warm stone walls, soft lighting and natural table scape. Six gas burners provide plenty of cooking space for parties.
TOP left clockwise Lemons, limes and oranges in glass cylinders add bright color to the earth-toned kitchen. A close-up of the island faucet. Wine glasses are etched with numbers, so there is no need for stem charms. The petite dishwasher lets the hostess start a load between dinner courses. The well-equipped pantry keeps things hidden, yet easily accessible for the homeowner.
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previous page The heated concrete sidewalks provide a snow-free pathway to the inviting warmth of the hot tub on a snowy afternoon. LEft to right The sheltering landscape, the expanse of water, and the stone contours create a relaxing atmosphere embodying this Solon couple’s design mantra of wood, stone and water. Sunbathers looking to soak up rays and relieve stress will feel like they are at a five star resort on the sundeck, one of many cozy gathering places created around the pool’s edge. Private thanks to a large lot backing up to the Metroparks, this dream home backyard was specifically designed to offer a cozy lunch by the pool for 4 guests or 40.
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I am building are mixing hardy plank, stone, brick or shingles to visually create texture and highlight exterior architecture,” explained Medhurst. The front elevation is not the only mountain-inspired detail in the home. Throughout, there are elements drawn from resorts they’ve visited or features they’d fallen in love with in their travels. From the screened-in sidelights bookending the front door allowing air flow in the summer, to the arching rough-hewn beams with copper accents in the livingroom, inspired custom details are the rule not the exception in this unique home. No effort was too much to get exactly what they wanted. For example, the homeowners had fallen in love with the treatment done on the walls in their favorite resort in Colorado, so they contacted the company and got exact directions for copying the seven layer effect. The six bedroom, six and a half bath house is filled with examples of custom work. Cabinets throughout the home were made by Amish crews, including an elaborate entertainment center/bookcase in the basement theatre which features a hidden door to the game room. Plans for a porch off the kitchen were altered to accommodate an elevator to allow wheelchair access to any of the three levels. From the flooring to the ceilings, fireplaces to showers, each element of the home is a special work of art created with unique materials, lending an air of craftsmanship and elegance that belies its age. HOMETRENDSMAG.com 37
One of the most striking and challenging projects was a backyard that, like their favorite places in the mountains or at the beach, was usable during all four seasons. “We wanted to create a place where our children’s friends would want to come over all the time, and where we could gather as a family or entertain,” stated Maribeth. The couple worked closely with Medhurst to design the perfect environment that would make that easy whether the temperature was 30 or 80 degrees. Maribeth is a certified holistic practitioner and life coach, so had strong ideas about creating a place of solace. Elements from nature – the rough texture of stone, the whispering of trees, gurgling water—seem to hold a common power of soothing our spirits, so it is no wonder most people chose these images when meditating. Now take that image, that happy place, and bring it to life in a backyard – a peaceful environment of wood, stone and water that anchors the family in the midst of a busy life. This is the exact feeling one gets upon seeing Maribeth and Patrick’s backyard even covered in two feet of snow. “It’s about having a balance of Mind, Body and Spirit and how having nature all around makes you feel. It’s about visualizing and manifesting a dream life,” said Maribeth. “Our specialty is working less from a set of strict plans, but rather finding out what the owner wants and figuring out how to give it to them in the best possible way,” explained Medhurst. This type of on-the-fly design has created unique and wonderfully functional elements that truly enhance the way this Solon family lives. A perfect example of this is the finished outbuilding that stands central in the backyard. The planning for a grill area soon grew to an open air gourmet kitchen, complete with stainless steel under-mounted sink, microwave and Frigidaire refrigerator with water in the door. The stainless steel 48” gas grill and smoker is surrounded by custom built cabinets of ipe. “This is a Brazilian hardwood. With the surface density of concrete, it’s rot resistant. It’ll last forever!” Medhurst explained. To ensure smoke doesn’t annoy the chef, he recommended a 1,600cfm blower for ventilation with the motor on the roof. One of the things Medhurst is most proud of is the movable bar. “Because it is on wheels you can park it wherever it makes the most sense. Take it over by the Jacuzzi so the towels kept in the warming drawer are within easy reach, or pull it out a few feet to expand the kitchen for a caterer, or move it across the space to set up a separate bar at a more formal party.” Also made of ipe, the cabinetry is topped with a beautiful and unique piece of granite. Glossy black intersected by large ovals of river stones, it echoes the stonework and shapes found throughout the outdoor space and in the home. The family wanted to be able to eat outside in all three seasons and into the fourth if possible. After consideration, the team created a screened-in dining room to protect diners from the elements and insects alike. With doors both from the kitchen and the backyard, dinner is easily accessible, as is the poolside view through the screen walls. Before installing the synthetic Weatherbest flooring, Medhurst’s team first poured a concrete pad on an incline to drain underneath, so that the room
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right page The veranda encircling the house provides the perfect perch to watch the kids in the pool while maintaining the privacy of the interior rooms. This waterfall feature was built from a mix of stacked ledge and field stones echoing the chimney that anchors the outdoor kitchen and diningroom across the way.The constant sound of running water from the infinity edge waterfall and the natural rock diving board create a relaxing spa-like atmosphere.
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Left to right The open air gourmet kitchen is the perfect place to host a party no matter the weather with stainless steel appliances and smoker/grill set atop ipe cabinets. When not in use by a caterer, the warmer drawer in the movable bar is the perfect spot to store towels for guests in the hot tub, especially on a cold day. The unique double hearth fireplace features glass and iron folding doors that were envisioned by Patrick, who commissioned the functional artwork from an ironworker in Montana. The open air diningroom combines all the advantages of an indoor eating area – bug-free, next to the kitchen, and, of course, shelter – with the benefits of a patio – great views, fresh air, and a worry-free water-friendly environment.
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could simply be hosed off after a night of fun. A small garage for the lawnmower or golf cart was created behind both the dining and kitchen areas. A supply of firewood is stacked there, kept dry until needed, when it can be passed through the small utility door in the dining room. On hot days, the ceiling fans in the outbuilding help keep the air moving. On cold days, a beautiful fireplace of mixed ledge and field stonework keeps the gathering warm. With its unique double opening, the fireplace is accessible to both guests in the dining room and those in the kitchen. In the summer, it serves as a little view on life in the water. Rough-hewn mantles crown both sides above doors of glass and wrought iron formed into branches and leaves. This custom piece was commissioned by Patrick from an artisan in Montana. “We actually moved the placement of the hot tub so that it would be in a perfect line from the center of the fireplace which sits a slightly odd angle in the building, but it works really well in the space,” explained Medhurst. The fireplace and chimney stonework is a piece of art in and of itself. A mixture of ledge and field stones, it rises up straight through the extended roof … as a focal point, an anchor pinning the little gathering building firmly into an oasis of peace. HOMETRENDSMAG.com 41
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Previous Page Thanks to the fireplace, diners are comfortable all year round in the screened-in diningroom despite the lack of glass in the windows. A new twist on a nature-inspired interior design, the room brings the indoors outside. left Page The striking stone fireplace with its rough hewn mantel is the centerpiece of the space, creating a natural gathering place near the kitchen, while also providing an inviting image of warmth and welcome to the entire backyard.
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We wanted to create a place where our children’s friends would want to come over all the time, and where we could gather as a family or entertain.
-Maribeth
“As we were looking at covering these two spaces, we realized we had an opportunity to expand the space upwards and create some great storage for the family. The attic was framed in, and stairs and a landing alongside the far end of the little building provide access,” explained Medhurst. Now two stories, the outbuilding balances the additional 1-car garage with exercise room/office space above that had been added during the building process of the main house. The concrete walkway from the main house to the little building was covered and trimmed in black iron fencing. There is also a path accessing the driveway and 3-car garage around the front of the house. The ripple stone pattern of the concrete was chosen to approximate the flat pieces found at the bottom of a river, echoing the natural patterns found in the Metroparks. The Metroparks literally cup the cozy, yet spacious pool and entertainment area, rimmed in stone that peaks from beneath the wintery white blanket. Blending nearly seamlessly from the natural environment surrounding the lot to the more cultivated one by the pool, the landscaping was designed by Terry Ries of The Ohio Valley Group. “Working with homeowners as devoted to the outdoors as these made this project a great deal more interesting, as it was not just about building new things, but preserving existing elements as well,” said Ries. “There were these big, old gingko trees on the property that were eight or nine inches in diameter. We made a conscious effort in the design to save as many of the old-growth stands as possible.” The homeowners also had over 58 pines planted on the property for additional privacy. Today, the trees provide shade for the sitting and gathering areas around the pool. The rest of the landscaping, focusing on native plants, enhances the peaceful environment in raised beds carved out by rock walls. The structure of the house and landscaping virtually join hands in an elliptical embrace of the outdoor living space. Intimate gathering places are intermittently spread across the veranda that rings the house. “It was necessary to put something like a porch there to maintain the privacy of the house, but we didn’t want to conceal the views either.” Medhurst pointed out the skylights in the extended roof. The extension of the roof to cover the porch made interior spaces like the music room too dark. The skylights allow more sun inside the house, while making the exterior spaces feel airy yet protected. “During the winter, I love to curl up with a book by the fireplace in the sitting room off my master and look out
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across the veranda at the rocks and snow,” said Maribeth. “But in the summer, I love sitting in my handmade rocker on the porch where I can hear the waterfalls and watch kids jumping off the diving rock.” Waterfalls provide the constant sound of water, not to mention a natural source of relaxation to swimmers sitting beneath them in the freeform pool. There is a rock diving board for those who want to dive right in, while the shallow end eases the more cautious swimmers into the water. It is a pool built for all ages and swim levels. Sun Lovers can simply relax on the sundeck or at one of the many little tables or chairs. “We made a decision early on not to have the pool deck go all the way around the pool,” Ries said. “Instead we created comfortable spaces for people to gather because entertaining was central to how the homeowners wanted to live in the back yard.” Maribeth agrees, “We wanted our home to be welcoming to all our friends and family. It couldn’t have turned out more wonderful. We use this space all the time for quiet retreats with my friends, pool parties for the kids or large fundraisers. No matter the size, the space always seems perfect.” While the pool is unavailable in Cleveland winters, the family still wanted that cozy mountain resort feel. What could be more mountain resort than an outside hot tub to soak away the cares? The custom-built therapeutic spa is large enough for a company of 10. Its tiled exterior picks up the colors and texture of the natural stone in the background. Nevermind lake effect snow, thanks to Medhurst, who suggested adding in electric coils beneath the poured concrete walkway. The hosts don’t have to worry about shoveling, and guests enjoy a dry warm path to the hot water. Add in the warm and dry towels waiting in the warmer tucked away in the rolling bar and we’re talking the height of luxury. As an added bonus, the controls for the hot tub are secreted away in the main house, so that the bubbles can begin percolating before the party even steps out into the weather. Guests can prepare for water fun in the main house’s pool mudroom. Stunning in rustic red wainscoting, the room features a multitude of hooks and storage for gear. Like all the floors on the main level, the easy to clean slate is heated to keep hot tub guests’ toes warm during the colder months. It also has its own generously-sized full bath. Like every other bathroom in the home, it is a unique work of art, mixing pebble stone, slate or stone, copper accents and tile to create a luxurious atmosphere. “It is like living in a resort,” exclaimed Patrick. It is with some regret but also with excitement that the couple, having completed and enjoyed their dream home, are now ready to move on to another project. Maribeth explained, “This whole process has been a challenge and a gift. We’ve learned so much about who we are and how we want to live. Now we’d like to share that gift of knowledge about living a balanced life connected to nature with others.” It seems certain that whatever the project, it will contain the elements of wood, stone and water that have become so central to their lives. FOR more photographs & LINKS ON THIs project, VISIT hometrendsmag.com
Right Page It may be called a “three season� room, though use is welcomed on any day. Below, a stone diving platform and infinity edge provide visual appeal and soothing sounds of falling water.
Resources General Contractor: T. Medhurst Builders Architectural Services: Design Vision Interiors: Chancey Design Partnership Landscape Architect: Ohio Valley Group Interior/Exterior Doors: Aspen River Wood & Glass Plumbing Fixtures: Edelman Plumbing Supply Lighting, Sound, Theater: WireFree Home Automation Outdoor Fireplace Doors: Ironton Forge Split Rail Fencing: Styx Valley Fence Co. Windows: Gunton/Pella Corporation Siding: Hardi Plank Exterior Siding Outdoor Furniture: Patio Deck & Hearth Shop
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TOP left clockwise The bar is topped with a unique piece of granite, glossy black and inset with cross sections of river stones. An odd piece of carved tree trunk makes a handy end table.The home features a stone foundation that rises up to meet the hardy plank exterior, helping to visually complete the image of a stone circle around the backyard. The yard was purposely designed to create an audible backdrop of running water to create a stress-free atmosphere. The rustic hearthside incorporates only a few key details of wood and metal to allow the natural texture of the stone to stand in the forefront. The landscape design focused on native plants and low visual impact greenery to keep gathering spots like this one feeling calm and secluded. These branch and wood chairs that were handmade by the Amish crews that worked on the lengthy project as a gift to the homeowners, sit beneath one of several skylights above the veranda.
TOP left clockwise Taking guests directly to the resort-like yard, the path curves around the secondary garage featuring a beautiful stone façade and carriage house doors. A rarebit of décor relates the goal of the homeowners who love to share their outdoor vision with friends and family throughout the year. A bar-height cocktail table sits in a quiet niche of a walkway that purposefully does not just encircle the pool, but instead wanders along the landscape. The custom-built thermal spa can be turned on from inside the house so that the steam is ready before guests venture outside. Throughout their home, Maribeth and Patrick have included metallic accents like this one on the outdoor fireplace. The little outbuilding is a prime example of the highly functional, unique and beautiful results of on-the-fly design that is the calling card of T. Medhurst Builders, Inc.The 48” grill is topped with an industrial-strength venting system to ensure that the chef and guests alike aren’t bothered by smoke.
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By Jennifer Atkins Spec houses are built by design to appeal to the widest common denominator. Colors, fixtures and other appointments are chosen specifically to avoid strong emotions. While you’ll probably not see something that you simply love, you’ll certainly not see anything that you absolutely hate. It’s like vanilla ice cream that hopefully a prospective buyer can imagine with any topping. But what if you don’t even like ice cream? What if you are a true foodie and prefer poached pears in brandy or a nice cheese plate. That’s how this Solon couple felt when looking at their master bath. .. Gourmets presented with plain vanilla ice cream. The approximately 12’x14’ master bath was claustrophobic. To address the need for linen storage, the builder had framed in a closet that jutted out into the room, overshadowing the lone sink and crowding the toilet. The tiled shower was also tight. Its framed-in walls enclosed the foot of the corner jetted tub and made the entrance to the room seem narrow. The single standard-size window on the far wall let in limited light. “It was dark, outdated and simply not attractive,” explained the homeowner. “It didn’t make you think master bath.”
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amiliar with interior designer Mark Wyant, the homeowners contacted his Akron-based firm to assist in the redesign of their space. Since 1988, Wyant & Associates has been envisioning both residential and
commercial spaces throughout Northeast Ohio and the US. Originally from Ohio, Wyant developed a reputation for innovative architectural design while working for well-known design firms in New York, such as Angela Donghia. He prides himself on totally deconstructing a floor plan in order to re-form it around its function to serve. “It is truly the difference between design and decorating,” explains Wyant. “Anyone can paint a wall or throw in some fabric, but it is something else to create or alter a space specifically around the people living within it.” “The first thing Mark did was ask me to really think about how I was going to use the space. I really use my bathroom,” smiled the homeowner. “I get ready in the mornings there. Plus, I’m a bath taker. I like to soak at night.” The design sketch demolished the intruding closet, allowing for a new L-shaped counter and cabinetry punctuated with a short armoire for storage. The shower was also due for demolition and redone with glass walls to let the light from the new bank of windows shine through the entire room. Wyant then recommended using a pocket door to replace the awkward closet door that swung into the space. The concept was a bright room that would automatically relax and pamper the user. The homeowners hired Jay Banister of WSI Construction to fulfill Wyant’s vision. “I love it when I walk into a project and there is a designer involved, especially at this level of remodeling – it is vital,” declared Banister. “Mark has great ideas and my job is to make them come to life for the homeowner in the most cost efficient and effective way possible.” The biggest challenge for Banister’s Kent-based crew would be tearing out most of the wall to install 54 HOMETRENDSMAG.com
Previous Page Mark Wyant’s “function first� design in no way compromises luxury or style, by layering both with a keen attention to detail. left to right The shower was dark and tight with framed-in tiled walls contributing heavily to the cramped feeling of the room. A snapshot of the master bath before demolition begins clearly shows how the limits of the single window left the tub a dark and dreary place. The small vanity cabinet made sitting to get ready awkward with no leg room or view of the mirror for the homeowner. Downstairs, the half-bath vanity also felt cramped, shadowed and distant as if at the end of a long hallway. The renovation focused not only on lush style elements like the impressive tile-framed mirror, but also on improving the functional use of the room by creating dedicated spaces and storage for husband and wife. A double depth drawer with adjustable separators is perfect for storing curling irons and other implements from view as part of the customdesigned vanity. Wyant encouraged the unconventional use of spice drawers to organize medicines and other sundries in the armoire. The toilet, while still given some privacy thanks to the custom cabinetry, is no longer crowded into the corner.
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the bank of picture windows. “Jay is great to work with,” said Wyant. “He pays close attention to small details and that makes all the difference.” With the demolition planned, it was time to make some choices. The granite countertop was the natural starting point. “We went together to O’Brien Cut Stone and I had her pick out several patterns of granite that she liked,” said Wyant. “Then we went over the pros and cons of each one. This one would mean this type of color palette; that one will work with certain stains on the cabinets.” Eventually the pair settled on a dramatic slab of “Ivory Coast” with veins of brown and grey through fields of white and clear quartz. Jay Funkhauser of O’Brien Cut Stone, has worked with Wyant on several projects and enjoys assisting in the design process. “We laid out the entire project on the stone in our showroom. It took nearly three hours to figure out just how to cut it. It was a challenge because the stone has such beautiful movement in the pattern. We pride ourselves on creating nearly invisible seams.” Besides cutting the countertops, Funkhauser also helped Wyant and the homeowner create inset shelves in the shower and a custom top for the built-in armoire. “O’Brien does amazing work,” exclaimed Wyant. “Just look at the gorgeous threshold into the walk-in closet they created by taking a scrap piece from the counter and framing it with black granite.” The main color palette decided on by Wyant and the homeowners was quite obviously rooted in the granite selection, but could just as easily have been inspired by the winter view outside. “I love nature,” explained the homeowner. “We wanted to bring that into the room.” The deep tones of fallen leaves and stark tree trunks are echoed in the deep brown cabinets and the espresso walls. The plush white towels foretell coming snow that will soon fall on the very private backyard. The single hung windows were obviously chosen to minimize any distraction 56 HOMETRENDSMAG.com
left to right The homeowner can now enjoy a true spa-like soak in the new air-only jetted tub by Bain Ultra, large enough for a romantic evening. Nestled into the corner, the tub is surrounded by the striking granite also used on the vanity, which echoes the park-like forest views through the new windows. Wyant’s design allowed for generous, unobstructed light, lending warmth and a sense of open space to the room.
from the expansive views. They serve as a living canvas of Ohio nature that stretches across the far wall and wraps around the corner tub. This is where the influence of the outdoors ends. No roughing it here…pure spa comfort and indulgence are the standard. The heated floor immediately imparts a sense of comfort and well-being. Designed to stand out, the floor is composed of large tiles painted to suggest pieces of slate intermixed with strands of small double 3/8 x 3/8 white marble squares. This same pattern is replicated in the back wall of the shower but in earth-tones. The sleek windows are topped by a brushed metallic valance that hides electric blinds, which glide smoothly into place when privacy is needed. The heated towel bar is the man of the house’s favorite addition, guaranteeing a welcomingly dry, warm towel every time. Choosing the right elements for the perfect bathing experience was important to the homeowner, who “lives in the bathroom.” Wrapped by windows, the corner tub is nestled in more granite. The Thermo-Masseur by Bain Ultra was specially chosen by the homeowner for its advanced air jet system that allows the use of salts, oils or bubble bath. The tub also dries itself automatically. The spacious glass-enclosed shower offers both wall-mounted body jets, as well as two massage showerheads; one mounted on a bar so that the height would be adjustable. To ensure the perfect shower, the homeowner was measured before the installation so that the jets would provide the most therapeutic benefit. While many of the room’s details are subtle, the large mirrors stretching above the L-shaped counter are anything but. “She came to me with these glass mosaic tiles that she just loved,” said Wyant, “so I found a way to use them in the design.” The pearlescent tile offers glimmers of fuchsia, blue and green against the dark wood suggestive of HOMETRENDSMAG.com 57
LEft to right Now enclosed with glass, the shower is no longer a visual obstacle overshadowing the room. The design of the floor is repeated on the shower wall, using the small squares that line the shower floor instead of the white marble strands. O’Brien Cut Stone created the granite shelves inlaid with white marble tiles. The homeowner was measured prior to installation of the body sprays to ensure installation at just the right height for the perfect massage. The second massage showerhead is adjustable to meet the height needs of any user. “I can take a shower without getting my hair wet if I want,” explained the homeowner. The expanded shower is now the perfect setting for a luxurious bathing experience.
inlaid mother of pearl. WSI Construction framed in the tile and mirrors to boldly reach the ceiling. The confluence of homeowner inspiration, designer vision and meticulous implementation has created a piece of art that anchors the room. Wyant put his trademark emphasis on functional design by paying particular attention to the inside of the cabinetry. By repurposing drawers originally designed for spices, he created a uniquely organized home for the couples’ medicines. Utensil drawers hold accessories close at hand on either side of the his-and-hers sinks. Floating trays and double drawers with removable separators show careful thought about storage. The counters were set at bar height making sitting to do hair and makeup more comfortable. Hooks were installed underneath so that the hairdryer and other implements could hang unseen. WSI Construction worked with Wyant to hide every outlet, yet make them accessible. The homeowner loves that everything has its place and is easy to find. “It has truly enhanced my life. I wake up in the morning looking forward to getting ready.” Her husband also loves the lack of clutter. “They installed an outlet inside the armoire so that I could recharge my razor there instead of on the counter,” he explained. “It just makes sense.” It is this type of attention to detail that really makes the room look and perform luxuriously. The use of metallics, the crisp contrast of colors and light create a very urban feel. These things merely provide a base upon which small luxuries, generous curves and rich appointments are layered, making the somewhat small room seem very lush and open. It is saved from being too stark and modern by the warmth of earth-tone paint and tile, and the furniture feel of the footed cabinets with paneled drawers. The armoire cabinet on the end is set at just the right height to avoid overpowering anything. It’s topped with a mix of light and dark granite, giving the impression of that art deco opulence without the distracting motifs. 58 HOMETRENDSMAG.com
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left page The round bowl of the raised vessel sink provided the inspiration not only for the positive and negative curves of the granite countertop and shelf, but also the warm wall color. The dramatic mirror behind the new60 sink cabinet reflects the ingenious flyover which is illuminated in HOMETRENDSMAG.com soft light and covered in a grass cloth.
The half bath downstairs also required Wyant’s creative approach. An unusually long L-shaped room with a high ceiling felt “like a long hallway,” explained Wyant. “The idea was to make the space more accessible and proportional without undergoing the expense of new construction.” To this end, the existing flooring, walls and toilet were left intact. To create a cozier atmosphere, Wyant had WSI Construction create a flyover, or floating frame, to suspend from the ceiling. “It was a real test of skill,” exclaimed Banister. “The measurements and cut had to be perfect since it was such a tight space.” The flyover is covered in a sage and sienna-colored grass cloth wallpaper to give it substance, then backlit with rope lighting and holds several can lights. New sconces were placed to either side of the sink, creating a soft glow, rather than dramatic shadows cast by the overly bright ones originally set above the sink. Where the upstairs bathroom suggests art deco, the half bath has just a hint of Asian flair to add drama to its clean lines. The soft taupe of the walls is picked up from the glass raised vessel sink. The dark granite countertop ends in a large convex curve above the curved-face cabinet. This is echoed by the negative curve of the granite shelf installed just above the Jado faucet. “I like to design around opposing shapes to create a tension and yet maintain balance in the room,” explained Wyant. Like a Japanese reflecting pool, the mirrored wall behind the sink helps to fool the eye by elongating the granite forms, so that the entire fixture seems to reach out to the visitor. To tie it all together, the woven paper of the dropped ceiling is picked up again as matting for the oriental-style leaf print above the toilet. It is no wonder the homeowner is radiant when talking about all the features of her new bathrooms. “Working with Mark was so easy. He really listened to me, but wasn’t afraid to disagree when necessary,” she said. “Every time he pushed me just outside my comfort zone, it turned out spectacular.” Banister agrees from a construction viewpoint. “I love the complete package. Mark had a vision and the homeowner really gave me the freedom to bring it to life.” Wyant’s subtle layers of luxury on top of a simple base of pure functionality have turned these generic rooms into showpieces and places of retreat for the homeowners. FOR more photographs & LINKS ON THIs project, VISIT hometrendsmag.com
Resources Master Bath:
Custom Shower Glass: Castle Glass
Builder or Contractor: WSI Construction
Electrical Contractor: CK Electrical Service
Designer: Wyant and Associates
Plumbing Contractor: Taylor Plumbing
Cabinetry: M&M Custom Woodworking
Windows: Weathershield
Cabinetry Hardware: Restoration Hardware
Electric Window Blinds: Timan Custom Window Treatments
Counter Tops: Granite: Mont Granite Installation: O’Brien Cut Stone
Half Bath:
Heated Floor: Suntrol Co.
Wallcovering: Japanese Paperweave Sage/Sienna by Phillip
Bathroom Sink: Toto from Edelman Plumbing
Bathtub: Bain Ultra from Edelman Plumbing
Cabinet: Care Cabinets
Bathroom Faucets: Grohe and Cascade
Granite: Bradley Stone
Lighting: Structured Pendant
Faucet: Jado (purchased online)
Painting: Prime Time Painters
Construction: WSI Construction
Heated Towel Bar: Jeeves
Glass Vessel Sink: Cleveland Plumbing Supply
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TOP left clockwise The “Ivory Coast” granite pulls together the room’s color palette of white, brushed nickel and deep brown. A deep soak is now standard luxury thanks to this air-jetted corner tub, a home spa product by Bain Ultra. Having captured the eye of the homeowner, this glass tile was incorporated into frames of the counter-to-ceiling vanity mirrors. Goose-neck faucets stand ready to serve over basins mounted under bevel-edged granite countertops. The ThermoMasseur’s special jet system not only provides a quality hydrothermal massage, but also ensures full water drainage and dries itself automatically. A heated towel provides a warm, comfortable embrace after some hydro- therapy in the custom shower.
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