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The Home Issue

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LIFESTYLE LETTER

MARCH 2021 PUBLISHER

Kamilla Batchelor | kamilla.batchelor@lifestylepubs.com EDITOR

Safe + Cozy “HOME ISN’T A PLACE, IT’S A FEELING.” Cecelia Ahern

Gabriela De la Rosa | gabi.delarosa@lifestylepubs.com AD DESIGNER

Evan Deuvall L AYO UT DESIGNER

Jayme Emery

We certainly agree with that statement, and that is why our March issue is dedicated

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER

to everything having to do with the most important space in our lives - our home.

Chris Spicks Photography

If this past year has shown us anything, it is that our home has the power to keep us safe, keep us connected, and provide us a space to make precious memories.

If you want to move to a new house, whether to downsize or expand, check out the article with Nancy Almodovar of Nan Properties with expert advice about buying a home. Houston is a vast market, and any of the fantastic real estate agents featured in this month’s issue to help you find exactly what you are looking for.

If style and décor are more your focus, we have a wonderful article with Marie Flanigan of Marie Flanigan Interiors. She is known for her impeccable style, a beautiful product line (with more in the works), and a best-selling book about interior design. Comfort is key, so you don’t want to miss our article featuring Mely Cruz with three stylish outfits that will make lounging around the house or working from home ultra-cozy.

CORPORATE TEAM CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt CHIEF SALES OFFICER Matthew Perry CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DeLand Shore

Don’t forget to read up on Houston’s Home Experts. You’ll find three businesses

ART DIRECTOR Sara Minor

that are ready to help you tackle projects around the house.

OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Janeane Thompson AD MANAGER Chad Jensen

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INSIDE THE ISSUE MARCH 2021

FEATURES 12 Luxury Loungewear Loungewear is now all-day-wear and Mely Cruz is here for it.

18 Houston’s Home Experts Insight and expertise from three Houston experts to make living in your home more enjoyable.

22 The Golden Touch Nancy Almodovar shares her insights on the Houston housing market and how she juggles her busy life.

26 The Power of Home Marie Flanigan of Marie Flanigan Interiors reflects on

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her connection with clients to design beautiful spaces.

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DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

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Around Town

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Trend Setter

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Hops & Vine

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Open House

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Local Limelight

26 Renovate & Refine 28 DIY 34 Healthy Lifestyle

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Junior League of Houston Hosts "SUPER" Market The Junior League of Houston hosted the second Junior League Community “SUPER” Market, where they partnered to serve clients from B.E.A.R., Child Advocates, DePelchin Children’s Center, Mission of Yahweh, Nehemiah Center, Neighbors in Action, Operation Homefront and the women and children residents of Star of Hope. In total, the Junior League was able to provide food for close to 1,000 people and provided basic needs items to almost 450 children.

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BRING ABANDONED CHILDREN FROM THE SLUM TO SAFETY AND INTO THE LOVING ARMS OF CARETAKERS THAT WILL EDUCATE, LOVE AND RAISE THEM TO BECOME FUTURE LEADERS IN THEIR GENERATION. 8

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advice Wear something that is functional and makes you feel ready for the day. When you wear something that you feel and look good in, it can completely shift your energy.

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LOUNGEWEAR IS NOW ALL-DAY-WEAR AND MELY CRUZ IS HERE FOR IT.

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says. “I still try to look good in case I need to run errands or take the

although clothing sales have fallen overall, retailers are seeing

kids somewhere. Also, I have so many outfits I didn’t get to wear last

a massive spike in sweatpants and hoodies. Gone are the

year because of my pregnancy, so why not?”

days of constricting “work clothes,” we are now enjoying our entire day in soft, cute, and comfortable loungewear.

Houston mom of three, Mely Cruz, is no stranger to the fashion industry. A former model, Cruz spent her days in

Many in the fashion industry predict clothes will continue to have maximum comfort even after the pandemic ends, and Cruz agrees.

“I have learned to find the silver linings in all of this and being comfortable at home with the people I love most is where I want to be.”

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LOCAL LIMELIGHT ARTICLE RIVER OAKS LIFESTYLE STAFF

INSIGHT AND EXPERTISE FROM THREE HOUSTON EXPERTS TO MAKE LIVING IN YOUR HOME MORE ENJOYABLE.

A I R E S E R V O F R I V E R O A K S 832-432-7888 AIRESERV.COM/RIVER-OAKS With a hospitality background working at a 5 Star Resort in Puerto Rico, owners of Aire Serv River Oaks, Elsie and Hector Jimenez embarked on building something unique in the HVAC Business. “We aren’t an HVAC company,” says Elsie “we are a customer service company that specializes in HVAC.” Their attention to detail and going the extra mile for their customers is part of what sets apart their business from the rest.

Aire Serv customers don’t pay weekend, overtime, or holiday fees. The HVAC company isn’t in business for a quick buck, they are looking to earn the hon-or and privilege of becoming your trusted advisors or as their Operations Manager, Charles Guthrie says “We want to be your AC folks.” One of the -amenities that Aire Serv is known for is delivering a free portable air conditioning unit for customers whose air conditioner goes out during a hot Houston summer - they then dispatch a technician who identifies the issue and makes the repair.

Because of COVID-19, customers are more interested in indoor air quality now more than ever. Aire Serv performs a thorough analysis, utilizing state of the art monitors, endoscopic cameras, thermal imagers and then carefully make recommendations to address their needs. Aire Serv also works with customers to find a solution that fits most budgets.

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HARGROVE ROOFING HARGROVEROOFING.COM 713-425-3771 Hargrove Roofing & Construction opened their Houston branch in 2020 and wants to change the perception of how roofing and construction companies are viewed. Their staff strives on the principles of accountability, integrity, trustworthiness, and being honest during the entire process while keeping customer satisfaction top of mind. They have built their success by providing what they promise and standing behind their workmanship.

The customer’s experience at Hargrove Roofing is their number one priority. Every customer has a dedicated team which includes a project manager who acts as their personal contact for the project.

When giving an estimate for roofs, they also have the capability to coordinate other repairs such as gutters, fence repair, window replacement, and siding damage caused by weather related storms.

Most of these repairs are included in typical home insurance policies. Insurance companies can be tedious to deal with, but the knowledgeable staff at Hargrove Roofing walks customers through each step of the process.

Becoming involved in the Houston community is a priority for Hargrove Roofing. They are members of several local organizations, and they hope to become even more integrated in the community as the years go by. In 2021, they will proudly sponsor the Houston Astros – look for their banner behind first base.

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LUXURY FLOORS TX LUXURYFLOORSTX.BUSINESS.SITE 832-512-8868 Luxury Floors TX, a family-owned and operated business, has been serving the Houston area for over 15 years. Specializing in hardwood, tile, laminate, vinyl, and carpet Luxury Floors TX is also a recipient of the Armstrong Flooring Certified Installer Program (ACIP). This certification program allows installation jobs to be completed with minimization of claims and increased customer satisfaction. Armstrong Flooring is known for the highest levels of innovation, quality, and service, and they pass this along to their certification recipients.

Luxury Floors TX also makes it easy to pick out flooring in the comfort of your home. They bring the showroom to you to ensure convenience and safety. Luxury Floors TX is proud to offer its customers flooring options in several different categories. They offer an extensive collection of brands and world-class products from some of the most trusted names in flooring.

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THE G O LD E N

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NANCY ALMODOVAR OF NAN AND COMPANY PROPERTIES SHARES HER INSIGHTS ON THE HOUSTON HOUSING MARKET AND HOW SHE JUGGLES HER BUSY LIFE. ARTICLE GABI DE LA ROSA

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ANCY ALMODOVAR IS NO STRANGER TO HARD WORK.

After starting her real estate company at her kitchen table in 2014, she has quickly grown Nan and Company Properties to one of the top real estate firms in Houston. Numerous awards and accolades and her busy life as a CEO, wife, and mom to two children haven't tampered with Almodovar's drive to continue growing and innovating. She shares her insights on Houston's real estate market and her new projects for the upcoming year.

HOW DID YOU BECOME INTERESTED IN REAL ESTATE? My passion for real estate began because my father flipped houses when I was younger, and I became interested in helping him.

HOW IS HOUSTON'S REAL ESTATE MARKET DIFFERENT FROM OTHER PARTS OF THE COUNTRY?

“I believe the pandemic has shown everyone the importance of a home they can grow, work, and have fun in.”

Houston has plenty of space and more land for neighborhood developments. Houston is fast-moving and constantly growing, and

WHAT IS ONE COMMON MISCONCEPTION

you get more for your money here.

PEOPLE HAVE ABOUT REALTORS? I feel that people think everything we do is glamorous. They don't realize that realtors are out constantly in the field and that this job requires a

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lot of hard work and truly is around the clock.

HOW HAS THE PANDEMIC TRANSFORMED THE REAL ESTATE MARKET? The real estate market has been hot with the lowest interest rates ever; since the pandemic, the market has been nonstop.

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ARE THERE ANY PANDEMIC RELATED HOUSING TRENDS THAT YOU THINK WILL STICK AROUND AFTER THE PANDEMIC? I believe the pandemic has shown everyone the importance of a home they can grow, work, and have fun in. The home trends of big backyards, office spaces, and media/game rooms will remain after the pandemic.

WHAT ARE YOU MOST EXCITED ABOUT FOR YOUR BUSINESS THIS YEAR? I am excited about expanding into the Houston Heights at the end of this year - we will have a much bigger presence there. We also recently developed Nan Real Estate Bootcamp, where licensed realtors will get a bootcamp-style crash course in luxury real estate for ten weeks. We also recently unveiled Nan Development Services to provide developers with a comprehensive and strategic approach to program development, launch, and sustaining sales for a project.

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RENOVATE & REFINE

MARIE FLANIGAN OF MARIE FLANIGAN INTERIORS REFLECTS ON HER CONNECTION WITH CLIENTS TO DESIGN BEAUTIFUL SPACES.

THE POWER

OF HOME

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ALTHOUGH THE PAST YEAR HAD ITS CHALLENGES, MARIE FLANIGAN, OWNER OF MARIE FLANIGAN INTERIORS, CELEBRATED TWO MAJOR MILESTONES. She debuted her lighting line with Visual Comfort and it soon became the brand's top-selling new release. Flanigan also added best-selling author to her long list of accolades, as her book The Beauty of Home was a #1 best seller on Amazon the day it was released, and it is now in its fourth reprint.

Becoming one of the country's most sought after interior designers wasn't always Flanigan's plan.

She is trained as an architect, but after working in the field for several years, she soon realized that she had a passion for interiors. She took the leap, began to focus solely on interior design, and over the past decade has amassed an impressive index of clientele as well as a stunning portfolio.

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who Marie Flanigan Interiors

where marieflanigan.com

advice If you’re considering decorating or redecorating your home, my advice is to take your time and hire professionals whenever possible. Rushed selections and shoddy workmanship will only end up costing more money in the end.

Elle Décor, Architectural Digest, Southern Living, Domino, and House Beautiful are just a few of the publications that regularly feature Flanigan's designs.

Flanigan is known for her simple and classic style. Her popular blog and Instagram have gained quite a following because of her richly layered aesthetic.

Texture and color play a big role in Flanigan's interiors, and she credits a lot of Photo courtesy of Marie Flannigan Interiors

her design choices to her clients. Before each project, Flanigan and her team spend time getting to know their clients, so they can have a better understanding their goals and design objectives. "My goal as a designer is to uncover what the beauty of home is to each person and help them bring that to life."

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Appreciation For What It Is Original Art by Catie Radney @catieradneyart

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DESIGNER TAMARA DAY IS A PUR-

skill set comes from growing up on a

VEYOR OF THE GLAM AND COZY.

farm. Growing up, she learned all of

This busy wife and mother of four styles

her hands-on skills from her dad, Ward

for the spirited home, mixing glam, com-

Schraeder. After getting married, Tamara

fort, and family. Tamara’s sense of style

and her husband took on old, dilapidated

and eye for what works has created an

homes that no one wanted and turned

insatiable demand for her interior design

them into beautiful spaces.

expertise, furniture and décor. Tamara

One home in particular made Tamara

grew up on the Midwestern plains in

the sought after designer she is today.

Salina,

While rescuing a home from foreclosure

Kansas.

Her

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Season 3 | Episode 10 View the full project and shop for products at TamaraDay.com.

Banquette Tile: Daltile® Marble 3/8 x Random Mosaic in Venetian Calacatta

Island Chandeliers: Kichler Brisbane Cabinet Knob: Nostalgic Warehouse Deco Cabinet Knob

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Countertop + Backsplash: Daltile® Natural Stone Slab – Natural Quartzite in Crystalize (Polished) Cabinet Color: Dried Thyme – 75% (Sherwin Williams)

and neglect, the economy tanked, forcing Tamara to do a lot of the work herself. To stay on budget, she went to estate sales and redesigned furniture to fit her vision for the house. Out of this experience, a new brand was born— Growing Days, Tamara’s interior design, furniture, décor and lifestyle business.

On HGTV & DIY Network’s Bargain Mansions, Tamara and her crew transform big, old houses that she finds at bargain prices.

While respecting the integrity and history of the homes, she integrates modern design, function and style to the space – perfect for today’s families.

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Wall & Ceiling Paint Color: Sherwin Williams Pussywillow 50%

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Chandelier: Kichler

Fireplace Stone: Daltile® Ambassador™ Random Linear Mosaic in Voyager Black Fireplace Hearth: Daltile® Natural Stone Slab – Black Soapstone (Honed)

Rug: Heartland Beige

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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE BREATHEMD’S SLEEP AND WELLNESS CENTER IS NOW OPEN OFFERING A VARIETY OF HEALTH AND WELLNESS SERVICES.

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OP T I M A L H E A LT H W ITH B R E ATH E M D GOOD SLEEP IS THE FIRST STEP TO BETTER HEALTH, AND DAYTIME HEALTH HABITS HAVE A HUGE IMPACT ON THE QUALITY OF YOUR SLEEP. BreatheMD’s new Sleep and Wellness Center offers a variety of services addressing this important interchange. Their new expanded space is a haven where relaxation and wellness go hand in hand. For more information visit, breathemd.org. + Wellness Classes Ellie Blanchat, a former professional ballet dancer and instructor at the Houston Ballet Academy, offers Pilates-based studio sessions.

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