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INSIDE THE ISSUE SEPTEMBER 2019 FEATURES 12 Mark and Kim Beeson: Opposites Attract and Succeed This West Chester Couple Combined Their Divergent Talents and Experiences to Produce and Promote Flooring and Window Treatments

16 Multi-Faceted Design Firm Strives to Understand Each Client’s Unique Style MK Designs Preserves the Historic Beauty of an 1833 Farmhouse While Giving it a Modern Farmhouse Look

20 Awaken Your Inner Warrior Learn the Basics of Axe Throwing, Play Pool or Throw Darts at West

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Chester's Indoor Playground

26 Spotlight Behind the Scenes and on the Stage When This Multi-Talented CEO Isn't on Stage Singing Opera, She's Backstage Promoting the Uptown!

Knauer Performing Arts Center

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Lifestyle Letter

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Around Town

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Local Limelight

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Open House

20 Hot Spot 26 Back Stage 30 Renovate & Refine 32 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Financial Buzz

AROUND TOWN

FIFTH ANNUAL SECRET GARDENS OF WEST CHESTER TOUR & PLANT SALE Join us for a stroll through the borough presented

by Flowers and More. This event offers you the opportunity to visit exclusive private home gardens in the Everhart Park area of the borough. Throughout the day, local musicians and artists will be stationed at selected gardens where you can hear and see them practicing their craft first-hand. Because of ongoing construction at Barclay Friends, plants and "day of" tickets will be available at Chester County Art Association. Proceeds benefit the horticultural therapy program at Barclay Friends.

LONGWOOD GARDENS ILLUMINATED FOUNTAIN PERFORMANCE: THE PIANO MEN Be ready to sing and sway as The Fountains at Longwood Gardens come alive with the iconic sounds of Billy Joel and Elton John Friday, Sept. 27, 8:15 p.m. Playlist: Billy Joel: "Prelude/Angry Young Man," Elton John: "I’m Still Standing," Billy Joel: "My Life," Elton John: "Tiny Dancer," Billy Joel: "Uptown Girl," Elton John: "Crocodile Rock," Billy Joel: "Piano Man," Elton John: "Saturday Night’s Alright for Fighting." The Illuminated Fountain Performances offer a spectacle unlike any other. Find a place to sit—or stand back in awe—as water in all shapes, sizes and heights combines with music and infinite colors. Before or after the 30-minute show, stroll through the 5-acre garden for a nighttime experience evoking old-world charm. For tickets and more information, visit LongwoodGardens.org.

STROLLER TOUR: FOCUS ON JAMIE WYETH Enjoy a relaxed morning out with your little one while engaging with art in the galleries at the Brandywine River Museum of Art on Tuesday, Sept. 10, at 10:30 a.m. This guided tour is designed with soaring glass lobbies on three stories. The Museum offers visitors expansive views of the beautiful Brandywine River and the surrounding woods and meadows. Especially for adults accompanied by babies.

We are always accepting submissions for announcements you’d like to see included in our Around Town section. Submissions are accepted via the Contact Us tab at LifestylePubs.com/WestChester.

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LOCAL LIMELIGHT

Mark and Kim Beeson: Creating a Successful Collaboration

BY COMBINING THEIR DIVERGENT EXPERIENCE AND EXPERTISE, THIS HUSBAND AND WIFE PARTNERSHIP PROVES TO BE A WINNING COMBINATION

MARK AND KIM BEESON POOLED THEIR INDIVIDUAL TAL-

As far as hardwood floor trends for 2019, texture is more prev-

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looks are on the rise. Patterns and layouts are getting creative

CHESTER. Mark’s background in construction and Kim’s experience

on floors. Varying widths and use of patterns are making the

in marketing proved to be a winning combination.

floor a statement area. As for colors, the trends lean toward more

Boyle’s features carpet, sand and finish hardwood flooring,

extreme darks, lights and a mix of the two. Recycled and sustain-

ceramic tile floors, waterproof Coretec luxury vinyl plank and tile

able materials are on the rise such as cork, bamboo, engineered

flooring, hardwood floors refinishing and window coverings. With

hardwood and American made products.

so many design and material options to choose from, where do you

Whether you have had wood floors for a long time or just redis-

begin? Boyle’s Floor & Window Designs has 75 years of experience

covered them under old pieces of carpet, it is important to consider

and professionals ready to help you. Their design representatives

refinishing them. Refinishing fixes problems such as dings, holes,

and installers are on point with style and color trends, conscious of

dents and scrapes. The process is a great way to breathe new life

the environment and always strive for perfection.

and shine into your home. This refreshing of your hardwood floors

Clients work with one of Boyle’s design representatives seam-

will always bring more value to your property.

lessly from start to finish. Everyone who represents Boyle’s has had

In addition to knowing either flooring or window design solu-

years of creditable experience to share. In-home appointments are

tions, they are great listeners. They will listen to your needs, ideas

a free service with no obligation. Shop the showroom, meet with the

and concerns. The questions they ask you will really facilitate their

interior designers, or call to request the free shop-at-home service.

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With the best installers in the area, you can be assured your high

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OPEN HOUSE MK DESIGNS TRANSFORMS STRAWBERRY HOLLOW FARM

Craftmanship and Collaboration: Modern Farmhouse Look ARTICLE DOROTHY KENNEDY | PHOTOGRAPHY JEFF ROBINSON

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WHEN THE OWNERS OF STRAWBERRY HOLLOW FARM

The Studio at Strawberry Hollow Farm provided very specific

DECIDED TO RENOVATE THEIR 1833 FARMHOUSE, THEY

interior design vision for each of the project areas. To comple-

LOOKED FOR A COMPANY THAT COULD CREATE TAI-

ment the historic beauty of the original home, MK Designs built

LOR-MADE CABINETRY FOR THE ORIGINAL HOUSE AND

cabinetry that incorporated not only a clean, modern farmhouse

THE 1996 ADDITION THAT WAS IN DIRE NEED OF REN-

look but also the functionality that high-end entertaining on a

OVATION. It was a very large project involving many moving

gentleman’s farm requires.

parts from the owner/designer, contractor and the cabinet

The designer created an elegant farmhouse kitchen, complete

maker. Their search took them to MK Designs in Honey Brook,

with Wolf and Subzero appliances, that also provided function-

Pennsylvania. The company designs, manufactures and installs

ality with chefs in mind. MK Designs incorporated custom cabi-

a full range of high-end, custom-built kitchen, bathroom, office

netry that included knife storage, pull-out shelving, custom pan

and built-in cabinetry and wine cellars.

lid storage and a trough bar sink for entertaining. The adjacent

As Mark King, owner and founder of MK Designs, explains,

butler’s pantry addition was built to provide additional space

the goal is to build quality and to do it professionally. He has

for caterers and event planners to prep behind the scenes. MK

worked alongside dozens of homeowners, builders and other

Designs built a custom wall cabinet with sliding barn doors. The

cabinet designers building and designing cabinetry to fit the

pantry provides food storage and a charging drawer. The unit

unique taste of each client. With its Custom Cabinet Design

complements the exposed stone wall and whimsical farm motif.

& Manufacturing center located in and around Lancaster

The complementary family room extends from the kitchen area

County in the heart of the Pennsylvania Amish community,

and begins to tie into the older side of the house. The designer

MK Designs draws on its rich Amish heritage and back-

specifically wanted the built-in bookcase and surround fireplace

ground of hard work and diligence. The location also puts

mantel to reflect the worn look of a historic home. MK Designs

the firm in close proximity to heirloom-quality cabinet

discovered the ultimate process to build the cabinetry, creating

resources. Building on professional excellence, MK Designs

a distressed look that reflects exactly what the homeowner was

strives to work closely with clients to understand their cabinet

looking for—the look of yesteryear.

needs, style and vision to build top-quality custom cabinets that display the personality of people.

The basement project began as unusable space—small and dingy with low ceilings and exposed ductwork. The space was

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Storage unit

Wet bar

beautifully transformed into a wine cellar and full entertaining bar with antique stained-glass doors that create an inviting entryway. MK Designs used reclaimed wood in the wine racking, cabinetry and floating shelves to create a simple look that complements the use of brick walls, black ceilings and reclaimed mushroom board ceilings. The final project resulted in rustic elegance with an industrial feel, a truly exceptional entertaining area.

Moving onto the laundry area, the design reflects a vivid, modern farmhouse feel with the use of brightly colored tile and shiplap walls. MK Designs matched the blue in the tile to create simple, functional cabinetry that included a linen closet, laundry bin and pull-out storage. The black chandelier and sliding door creates an appealing room with a fun personality.

French

country

elegance

with

modern

amenities

describes the master bathroom. MK Designs again used reclaimed wood to custom-build the vanity that has the functionality of full cabinetry but the look of a distressed piece of French Country furniture. The complementary halfwall cabinet provides privacy, and the built-in window bench completes the look.

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At Tilted Axes West Chester there are plenty of other things to do in addition to axe-throwing including shooting a game of pool, playing video games or throwing darts.

An ax-throwing instructor watches as a student takes aim.

at a similar venue, but the West Chester event was by far the best. Participants attributed this to the fact that there were other things to do before and after the axe throwing.

Tilted Axes has hosted events for large and small businesses including Wells Fargo, Station Tap Room, QVC, Vanguard and Verizon.

A few facts to remember: Tilted Axes is a BYOB. An ice machine and coolers are available for your use.

Bring your own food, order from local businesses that deliver or choose from one of the catering options that are available.

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Tilted Axes has never had anyone injured in any way. They are

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THE UPTOWN! KNAUER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER (UPTOWN!) OPENED ITS DOORS IN 2017 IN THE HISTORIC WEST CHESTER NATIONAL GUARD ARMORY BUILDING ON NORTH HIGH STREET. The structure, built in 1916 to house the National Guard Bravo Company, became available in 2013 when the National Guard announced it was exploring plans to relocate. After five years of renovating and fundraising, the building was repurposed as a multi-use theater with three performance venues, including a 327-seat main stage and state-of-the-art sound and light systems.

Catherine Friedman, Uptown!’s executive director and a member of Opera tutti, one of its five resident companies, is honored to be part of what is fast becoming the cultural hub for performing arts in West Chester and beyond.

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arts as well. This building could have become a lot of things where the public wasn’t necessarily invited in. It’s been given a new life,” she says.

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Since it opened, approximately 40,000 patrons attended 400 live performances ranging from Broadway theater; opera, jazz, Latin, classical and contemporary music; comedy; renowned

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Catherine Friedman speaks to audience members before the curtain goes up on the Bravo Mainstage.

speakers; and a children’s theater school. Uptown! also hosted more than 6,000 people coming into the theater for events held by groups who have rented space, including the Chester County Community Foundation, the Chester County Hospital and the Brandywine River Museum.

“We have everything from Pink Floyd to opera here, so truly there’s something for everyone,” Catherine says. “I really want people to find themselves here, be it on the stage or in the audience. This is West Chester’s and Chester County’s home for performing arts, and everyone has a place here.”

After earning a Master of Music degree from Westminster Choir College at Rider University, Catherine pursued a career as an opera singer in New York, garnering supportive roles in performing arts organizations including New York City Opera. In 2003, she and her husband, Ken, moved to West Chester for a job opportunity. After a childhood spent moving internationally with her military family, Catherine soon put down roots and now considers West Chester her “hometown.” Prior to joining Uptown!, she served as the executive director of Friends Association for Care and Protection of Children and worked for several other local social service organizations, including Chester County Department of Community Development and Safe Harbor of Greater West Chester.

Catherine is honored to be part of Uptown! and looks forward to lending her talents to further grow the theater and develop relationships in the community.

“I hear stories every day from community members who remember attending dances and events at the Armory ‘back in the day,’ and I love the idea that we’re creating the next generation who 20 or 30 years from now are going to tell somebody, ‘I did my first performance on the stage here.’ It will be a part of their story of West Chester, their history, their growing.”

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Paul is founder and president of Main Line Kitchen Design, the Bala Cynwyd-based kitchen cabinet dealer and design team. He is a recognized authority in the kitchen design industry and winner of more than a dozen local and national awards. Main Line Kitchen Design’s blog, written by Paul and read by more than 25,000 people each month, has been selected as one of the top kitchen design blogs in the world.

“Kitchens are where many of our memories take place. Even the simplest kitchen will host some of our best times and give us the warmest memories

Beginnings

Celebration of the Music of Chicago Saturday, September 21

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of friends and family. Kitchen design is a profession I love for many reasons including the creativity involved, the people you meet, and the sense of accomplishment when you do a good job,” he says.

“Our design process allows us to spend more time working on our customer’s designs. This is what we enjoy most about our business and it is what makes the difference between an average and a great kitchen design.”

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SEPTEMBER

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

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more than 65 participating restau-

history, and discover the lure of the

rants, listen to music by local bands,

Brandywine. Now in its fourth year,

BUS TRIP TO LOWER MANHATTAN FINANCIAL DISTRICT & THE WORLD TRADE CENTER MEMORIAL

and browse among more than 110

Bike the Brandywine is excited to

artisan vendors. Free to attend; all

offer four loops that take in the beau-

food and beverages are pay-as-

tiful Brandywine Creek Greenway

you-go. Parking is $5 at all munici-

and surrounding countryside. Each

West Goshen Township Building

pal garages and free at the Justice

route provides a unique experience

Join the West Goshen Parks and

Center Garage.

for both the recreational and more

Recreation Department for a walking tour of the historic Lower Manhattan Financial District and a visit to the World Trade Center Memorial on Saturday, Sept 7.

avid seasoned cyclist.

20 PARKING DAY

Downtown West Chester

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Park(ing) Day is an annual world-

FIFTH ANNUAL SECRET GARDENS OF WEST CHESTER TOUR & PLANT SALE

OCT 4 GALLERY WALK

Downtown West Chester

wide event where metered parking

The Greater West Chester Chamber

spots are transformed into temporary

of Commerce will host its Autumn

public parks in order to raise aware-

Gallery Walk presented by Sunset

ness of the need for more pedes-

Hill Jewelers & Fine Arts Gallery on

Borough of West Chester Everhart

trian-friendly spaces in our urban

Friday, Oct. 4, from 5–9 p.m. (rain or

Park Area

areas. Thank you to the Greater West

shine). The event offers the perfect

Join us for a stroll through the

Chester Chamber of Commerce for

opportunity to experience downtown

Borough

organizing this wonderful event!

West Chester’s intriguing blend of

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urban

presented

by

Flowers

and More. Chester County Art Association hosts the plant sale and “day of” ticket sales. Proceeds benefit the horticultural therapy program at Barclay Friends.

10 TUESDAYS AT TWO!

Chester County Historical Society

What better way to learn about Chester County furniture than from a regional expert? Join Skip Chalfant in a behind-the-scenes look at spice boxes, chairs and other furniture

sophistication

and

small-

town ambiance. For more informa-

20 MOVIE NIGHT

tion opportunities, contact Dave at 610.696.4046 or dave@gwcc.org.

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Oakbourne Park

Movie starts at dusk. Feature to be determined. Free event.

21 BEGINNINGS: CLASSIC CELEBRATION OF THE MUSIC OF CHICAGO Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center

crafted in this area. CCHS members

Beginnings’ performances bring to

$8; non-members $16. Please RSVP

life the music of Chicago and rec-

by Sept. 5. 610.692.4800

reate every decade of the band’s hits. Beginnings is a family-friendly

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melodic adventure, pleasing to music

39TH ANNUAL CHESTER COUNTY RESTAURANT FESTIVAL

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BIKE THE BRANDYWINE

Gay Street from Matlack to Darlington Darlington to High Street

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