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Volume 24, Issue No.5
FEATURES HOME
INTERIOR
LIFESTYLE
47 THE 2010 REMODEL OF THE YEAR AWARDS Our 7th annual remodel competition rounds up the city’s best, most recent remodels.
88 TAILOR-MADE With his construction background and eye for detail, designer Phill Crum remade his Leawood home good as new with the charm of old.
114 A SUMMER FLING ...with food and wine, that is. Chef Renee Kelly, once again, whipped up a fresh, seasonal menu that left our crowd craving an Indian summer.
63 GOING NATIONAL Local designer Shawn McCune proves his talent by taking the top spot in the country for a commercial remodeling project.
OUTDOOR
85 GREEN FROM THE INSIDE OUT KCH&G’s Boulevard of Dreams Green Living Show Home finds many ways to build sustainably.
102 BLISS WITH A BREEZE We show you how to combine the luxury of creature comforts with the lure of the great outdoors.
LAKE LIVING pg. 135 5 SUNNY SIDE UP 7 ALL ABOUT THE VIEW 15 AT THE LAKE, NOT ON IT
GRAND LAKE pg. 153 155 EMBRACING OPPORTUNITY 161 BITTERSWEET HISTORY
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“My goal was to add select elements to the existing home to blend with the desired architectural style.”
ABOUT THE COVER ... Completely unrecognizable from its former existence, our 2010 Remodel of the Year Grand Award winner is a cozy yet spacious European-style estate.
__Jason Thompson
Photo by James Maidhof SEPTEMBER 2010 • 21
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September 2010
“Yellow to orange then on into red, there’s nothing more spectacular than a red maple to put the snap into a colorful fall.” __Darla Eames
DEPARTMENTS 25 EDITOR’S LETTER Adios, Summer __ As the heat and humidity dwindle, the best season begins. 27 PUBLISHER’S MESSAGE It Takes a Village... __ The dream of a custom remodel takes a village of professionals to make it a reality.
79 GOING GREEN New Life for Old Cabinets __ An easy (and green) facelift for the kitchen alters what you’ve already got with a look that’s good as new.
INTERIOR
29 CALENDAR OF EVENTS What’s happening in September in Kansas City.
93 DESIGN TRENDS Style You Can Live With __ Settle into the new season with a few additionals to spruce up your home.
39 WHAT’S NEW News for your home and lifestyle.
OUTDOOR
43 Q&A A question-and-answer session with local industry professionals.
105 SAVVY GARDENER Fall’s Final Bow __ As summer draws to a close, fall tinges nature’s landscape with a jewel-toned palette.
HOME
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65 HOMEWARD BOUND Homes of Yesteryear __ Buyers who want old-school charm but new-age amenities find their preferred spaces in throwback-era communities.
117 WINE CONNOISSEUR Thinking Outside the Glass __ Cooking with good-quality wine enhances your meal.
73 SMART HOUSE Spatial Awareness __ Organizational experts offer a four-step program to help you get your clutter under control.
121 HEALTHY LIVING You Are What You Eat __ Choosing the right foods naturally helps your body fight cancer. 166 MARKETPLACE A reference guide to help you find our advertisers. 168 LAST WORDS Our favorite quotes from this issue.
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Adios, Summer As the heat and humidity dwindle, the best season begins.
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September is my favorite month of the year. The
our home more functional, organized and comfortable.
month of my birth, it is filled with still-warm days and
We’ll sift through the closet for clothes we no
cooler nights perfect for cracking open the windows
longer wear or want, fix those sticky doors and add
and letting the breeze blow through. There’s less
insulation to increase our comfort and decrease our
mowing and more harvesting. A bounty of farm-fresh
utility bills. We’ve already done a good bit of
tomatoes ripens on the vine, along with other warm-
remodeling to our older home, and it’s proved to be
season favorites like corn, beans and melons.
one of the best investments we’ve made.
My husband and I will dice and can food for hours
We’re not alone in our desire to improve what
while listening to music and sipping red wine in the
we’ve got, as dozens of other homeowners in this
kitchen then linger at the dinner table over candlelight
issue can relate. KCH&G’s Remodel of the Year
to discuss future plans for our property and the places
competition results, on page 47, show what creative
we’d like to travel.
solutions other families have come up with to stay in
It’s ideal weather for starting a fire in the pit and
their beloved homes, from remaking existing rooms
roasting marshmallows under a clear sky. September
to increasing their home’s footprint. You’re sure to
is the month to make the most of your outdoor living
want to consider your own project or two when you see
space. You’ll surely find inspiration for your own
the quality design and craftsmanship going on locally.
special place in our coverage of Stems: A Garden
Whatever your plans are for the change of season,
Soiree, where KCH&G and our partners created a
whether it’s taking the kids to a pumpkin patch or
scene that’s easy to replicate. Find it on page 102. You
calling up one of our featured remodelers, I think you
also should check out the outdoor trends in our Lake
can identify with a quote by landscaper Matt Alberts
Living section on page 135.
in our story on fall gardening on page 105, when he
Once our garden has been put to bed for the season,
says, “Fall is a restful, peaceful time.” So stop and
we look inward to what we can accomplish to make
smell the mums, breathe the cooler air and enjoy the LE THI YC
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publisher’s letter
KEITH SAU RO Publisher ksauro@kc-hg.com Facebook: facebook.com/Keith Sauro Twitter: twitter.com/KeithSauro LinkedIn: Keith Sauro
It Takes a Village… The dream of a custom remodel takes a village of professionals to make it a reality.
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September is a time when Kansas City cools down from
subcontractors for helping make these homeowners’
crazy summer humidity, but it’s also the time KCH&G
dreams come true. As you turn the pages, look for our
heats up the competition, bringing you our coveted
Subcontractor of the Year seal, an emblem that calls special
Remodel of the Year awards, where top remodelers,
attention to many of the subcontractors who were involved
architects and interior designers are recognized for their
in a winning Remodel of the Year project. Remember them
projects submitted earlier this spring. This year, with an
as you’re looking to install new flooring, countertops or
almost record number of entries, our judges from the
whatever it is you need or want to complete your home.
graduating class of JCCC’s Interior Design Program, under
Or, when you are ready to tackle that room addition,
the direction of Program Facilitator Jan Cummings and
basement refinish or kitchen remodel, don’t forget that
instructors Kristeen Armstrong-Scott and Diana Ingham,
Remodel of the Year winners will treat you right as well.
pored over before and after pictures, floor plans and project
After all, they have a great “village” of professionals ready
essays to determine who made the cut. Starting on page 47,
to make your home the most beautiful and functional
you will find the 23 winning projects in 12
it can be.
categories.
Get ready to be inspired for your next project! As you look at these award-winning projects, think about all the professionals it took to perfect these homes. There are engineers, framers, cabinet makers, tile setters, flooring contractors, painters and more working behind the scenes. Without the talent of such dedicated professionals, these projects would not even be completed, let alone have the opportunity to win one of our esteemed awards. Just like we did in the March/April issue for the annual Home of the Year awards, KCH&G recognizes local
When you see this emblem, know that you are looking at a qualified professional with experience on award-winning projects. Go to kchandg.com for links to learn more about these winners.
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JOHNSON COUNTY YOUNG MATRONS
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Proceeds will benefit Johnson Count y Young Matrons’ Philanthropies
Home 1: DECORATOR & TABLESCAPES: KC SURROUNDINGS Home 2: DECORATOR & TABLESCAPES: JENNIFER QUINN DESIGN, FLORAL ACCENTS BY RED CEDAR GARDENS Home 3: DECORATOR: CRAIG SOLE DESIGN TABLESCAPES: Z GALLERIE Home 4: DECORATOR: OLATHE GLASS TABLESCAPES: JCYM Home 5: DECORATOR: HOMEOWNER TABLESCAPES: POTTERY BARN
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delicious stories behind them with archivist and self-described
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Festival Series: Pepper Party on the first Saturday of the
September 11 ❖ Raise money during The Weston
month. 816.842.1271 or thecitymarket.org
Pancreatic Cancer 5/10K Walk/Run, featuring a challenging
September 6 ❖ Enjoy a patriotic parade in downtown
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Louisburg with family activities in the American Legion
September 17-18 ❖ Have fun at the Mission Arts & Eats
Park. 913.837.2826 or louisburgkansas.com
Festival, including live music, craftspeople and artists
September 8 ❖ Eat lunch while listening to guest speaker
selling their works and wares, activities for children, a
Bill Self at the American Royal Boots, Barbecue and
pancake breakfast and local food vendors. 913.671.8564 or
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80 juried artists, you’ll find something to take home from the 22nd Annual Hidden Glen Arts Festival. 913.961.2787 or hiddenglen.org September 23-26 ❖ Visit the American Royal Art Show to see original paintings, photography, drawings and sculptures, along with the first American Royal Student Art Competition & Scholarship Auction. 816.569.4013 or americanroyal.com September 24 ❖ Sign up for CASA’s Hops & Barley Ball, a benefit event to support children served by CASA of Johnson & Wyandotte counties. 913.715.4040 or casajwc.org September 24-26 ❖ Be one of the thousands who flock to the Country
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September 4 ❖ Bring your family and friends, plus blankets and lawn chairs, for Pops in the Park with the Kansas City Symphony at Shawnee Mission Park. 816.471.0400 or kcsymphony.org September 7-12 ❖ Take a trip through the psychedelic late ’60s as you listen to ”Rain: A Tribute to the Beatles.” 816.363.7827 or kcstarlight.com September 9 ❖ Listen to professionals
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decades, Schloegel Design Remodel certainly qualifies. On January 29, 1980, Jake Schloegel bought out W. E. Porch,
independent contractor, to form Schloegel Contracting Company, where he worked with property managers on apartment renovations and tenant finishes, establishing a reputation for quality. Eventually, the commercial business dried up because of tax law changes.
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In the late ’80s and early ’90s, the company started marketing to residential prospects in an effort to land higher-end projects. With each
remodel, word about the quality of the company’s work spread. Schloegel also made alliances with architects and designers, which helped accelerate growth. “When I started my business in 1980, it was the worst of times,” remembers president/CEO Jake Schloegel. “Only, I was too naive to worry. We had double-digit inflation, the prime-lending rate was 18 percent, and gas was being rationed. All I knew was I had to put food on the table. So I worked hard, kept my overhead low and relied on the belief that taking care of the customer would make a difference. That philosophy
Schloegel Design Remodel, differentiating itself from standard remodeling contractors.
sustained us and it’s why customer service and satisfaction are still
As the economy took a hit, competitors started to
our top priorities.”
cut back, but Schloegel saw an opportunity to expand. “We built a new
Past customers praise their Schloegel remodeling experiences. “The
design showroom at our offices, and I invested in a new venture called
Schloegel crew never let anything become our problem,” says former
One Week Bath, which gave us even more reason to advertise and new
client, Phil Love. “They took
customers more reason to choose us,” he says.
ownership of all remodeling
Throughout the years, the company has endured many bumps and
issues, and they were always
bruises, but only to come out on top, which they attribute, in large part,
friendly, respectful and eager
to the company’s business ethics and professionalism. “I think the
to please. Customer Erika
proudest moment in the history of our company was when we were
Dickey adds, “Schloegel has
recognized by the Foundation for Financial Service Professionals
a remarkable reputation and
with the distinguished Business Ethics Award, regionally in 2004
they are very professional.
and nationally in 2005. It is given to companies that consistently
The employees are also very personable. Joe, our lead
demonstrate high standards of ethical behavior. That’s very important.
carpenter, still checks in on us from time to time.” The company’s focus on customer service has translated into a
Because when you get right down to it, people want to do business with someone they can trust,” he says.
consistent repeat/referral business of more than 80 percent a year. But
It’s not just customers who look to Schloegel for a job well done;
service is only part of the equation. “For us, other key elements are
they’ve made quite a name for themselves industry-wide. “Schloegel
education, delivering a quality product, participation in our trade
Design Remodel is deeply committed to industry professionalism and
association and creating a deliberate company culture, which ensures
has always been very involved in our trade association,” says Jan
that our well-communicated goals will be achieved,” Schloegel adds.
Burchett, executive director of the Kansas City Chapter of the National
In 2003, Schloegel Contracting became a single-source company
Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI). “The number of
with its own staff of design experts. The company was renamed
trained, certified professionals on their staff is phenomenal. At one time, they had more certified members than any remodeling firm in the city. Beyond that, Jake is always willing to share his knowledge with others in the business, and his company is heavily involved in charity work throughout the community.” Without question, that’s why this well-rounded, thriving remodeling company is celebrating 30 years of business success.
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The Design Boutique
Schloegel Design Remodel
30 Successful Years
Trendy Design Boutique
In a time of economic instability, a 30-year anniversary
Katy Herl, an interior designer, and her business
is an even bigger milestone. Jake Schloegel, president
partner Gordon Guild, who has worked in the design
and CEO of Schloegel Design Remodel, must be
industry for more than 10 years, combined their
proud of his accomplishment.
talents, opening The Design Boutique in June.
He started his business in 1980 when he bought out
Located in Overland Park, this new trendy boutique is
independent contractor W. E. Porch, creating Schloegel
open to the public as well as to the trade and features
Contracting Company. Enduring years of hard work
high-end furniture, case goods, art and accessories.
and double-digit inflation, his business survived and
“The main goal in creating The Design Boutique was
is now thriving. In September 2003, the company
to provide Kansas City designers as well as savvy
logo and name were changed to Schloegel Design
design clients a place to shop for interesting, unusual
Remodel, a member of the National Association of
finds generally only found at market,” Herl says.
the Remodeling Industry (NARI).
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With his own in-house project design experts, he decided to build a showroom around the
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offices in 2008, and in 2009, he added a new
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Repair and Restoration Help Creative Colors International, a mobile franchise company that specializes in repair, colorings, cleaning, protection and restoration, expanded its services into Kansas City, Kan. in April. It’s known for repair and restoration work, especially when it comes to leather, vinyl, fabric, plastics and carpeting in the automotive, furniture, commercial and residential markets. A family-owned business that started in automotive repair, it now has more than 150 mobile locations throughout the country, Canada and Puerto Rico. 913.904.4497 or wecanrepairthat.com
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Q&A
Q: What unique products or design ideas are you adding (or would like to add) to your clients’ remodeling projects? Matt Kocourek
Jesse Hamm, ABC Renovations
Allen Harris, ALH Home Renovations
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www.alhhomerenovations.com
A: We would help transform unused or awkwardly planned space
A: When designing kitchens, we remove all of the outlets and
in your home into more functional and usable areas. We can
switches located in the old backsplash. They completely dirty
renovate and open spaces with a simple change of layout, such
up the tile design. An air switch mounted in the countertop for
as new doorway placement or changing fixture locations. This
the disposal and strip outlets mounted to the bottom of the
allows you to maximize space in your home, making it more
upper cabinets with the under-cabinet lighting allow a seamless,
efficient and comfortable. These transformations unleash potential
uninterrupted and clean backsplash tile design.
many people have not previously seen in their homes.
Steve Ledman, Accent Home Remodeling
Terri Ashley, Ashley-Lavender Builders
www.accentremodelingllc.com
www.ashley- lavender.com
A: I encourage the homeowner (on major remodels) to move
A: It depends on the needs of each client, and we love being
stairwells when they can to add space to vital areas such as the
flexible. We enjoy creating a project and using architectural
kitchen/hearth room. At first, it may seem overwhelming, but in
elements and shapes, whether it is arches, brackets and beams,
many cases, it expands space without changing or adding on to
or using natural stone in the kitchen. There are so many great
the footprint of the house. In the big picture, it is an inexpensive
new products on the market to use, like automatic faucets and
option to adding on. In addition, we like to add custom-designed
ice makers that make special ice. We are finding it important to
pergolas off the rear of the house, which typically provide shade,
incorporate design ideas that are attractive aesthetically but also
extend the home and enhance architectural features.
allow clients stay in their home longer as they age. SEPTEMBER 2010 • 43
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Forging Ahead Details make the design, like this antique gate at the entry to our Remodel of the Year winner. You’ll find many similar fantastic touches and inspirations in our coverage of kitchens, baths, basements and more in this section. If you love new things that look old, you may also want to check out the neighborhoods we found that have Brookside charm in new construction.
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KCHG &
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REMODEL OF THE YEAR AWARDS
PHOTOS BY JAMES MAIDHOF overing every space in, out of and around the
wallpaper (like grandma once had) for radiant heat
home, remodelers go to great lengths to make
flooring and no-VOC paints, along with kitchen
sure their clients are happy. Sometimes it’s
remodels that feature upgraded stainless steel appliances,
enough to give a homeowner a working toilet and
gorgeous granites and roomy pantries — one even has a
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shower, while others want all the bells and whistles available today. With all the sweat and tears that go into a remodeling project, we’re raising our nail-guns and wrenches to those craftsmen (and women) who have
secret passageway! Basements became separate living quarters with the same high-quality materials found on the main level, like a limestone fireplace and hand-hewn beams, while outdoor living areas seem not so “outdoors”
secured a spot in the annals of our 7th annual Remodel
anymore, with roofs, fire elements, kitchens, high-end
of the Year competition.
outdoor furniture, weather-resistant fabrics and, of
When judging the entries earlier this spring, we saw master suites and bathrooms shed shag carpet and floral
course, high-tech swimming pools. Find all this and more when you turn the page.
MEET THE JUDGES The competition wouldn’t be possible without our well-trained judges, who come from the NKBA-accredited Interior Design program at Johnson County Community College.
Left to right: Diana Ingham, ASID, and residential design instructor; Jan Cummings, Interior Design program facilitator; Kristeen Armstrong-Scott, CKD, and kitchen and bath design instructor
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Top row, left to right: Lisa Tagtmeyer, Julie Schorgl, Jan Karlin, Kristi Sokolenko Middle row, left to right: Shana Hatfield, Lauren Wilkinson, Holly Fonseca, Robyn Betterton Bottom row, left to right: Kate Fitzgerald, Abby Giersch, Jessica Wyatt, Christine Krzanowsky, Allison Hughes Not pictured: Allison Deardeuff, Erin Sullivan SEPTEMBER 2010 • 47
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Architect: J.L.
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desperate need of repair, it was saved and transformed by the
developer into a cozy European-style estate fit for its South Plaza location. Architectural designer Jason Thompson redesigned the floor plan within the original footprint and also added square footage. “We didn’t want to tear down the home, instead the client wanted to add on a master suite and a large open space that included the kitchen, informal dining room and living room all in one,” Thompson says. “My goal was to add select elements to the existing home to blend with the desired architectural style, so when completed, the entire home felt unified, architecturally sound and beautifully designed. In the final build, you can’t tell where the original construction ended and where the addition begins. It’s truly an amazing example of what can be accomplished creatively, not to mention the added value this renovation has brought to the property and the neighborhood.” Part of the original structure, including three bedrooms and a bathroom on the second level, remained the same, while the dining room was expanded and the former kitchen replaced by the piano room, a transitional space leading to the new kitchen and great room. To the west, a master suite currently set up as a game room could be used as in-law quarters. An upper level above the kitchen features the master suite and a couple of balconies overlooking the resort-like backyard, complete with a covered loggia, revamped pool and patio, self-contained water pots, loungers, smoker and grill, and bocce ball court. The flow moves much more freely throughout the interior, while the aesthetics were greatly enhanced. Formerly stark white with ’70s carpet, the home was aged with the use of reclaimed and historical materials, like beams from Arrowhead Stadium. The kitchen sports the best materials, including high-end appliances — the homeowner loves to cook two of everything — a metal/granite countertop mix on the island called Green Lightning, hammered copper sink and knotty alder cabinetry. The pantry not only stores food but also offers a secret passage to the first-floor master suite. The combination kitchen/breakfast room/living room feels cozy yet is great for entertaining, with myriad seating, a flat-screen TV and fireplace, and direct access to the pool and loggia. The homeowner also uses the house to showcase his diverse collection of “toys” or antiques, from buffet tables, headboards and statuary to a life-size Ronald McDonald and pinball machines. His latest collector’s items include local artwork (including Thomas Kinkade’s “Plaza Lights”) as well as a nice showing of Persian rugs. Every remodel project should reflect its homeowners, and this one whole-heartedly mirrors the homeowner’s sense of humor and love of sharing with friends and family. SEPTEMBER 2010 • 49
BEST WHOLE HOUSE REMODEL $200,000-$500,000 Architectural Designer/Contractor:
CHC Creative Remodeling THE GOAL: To upgrade the quality and aesthetic appeal of the main floor of the home, with particular focus on the fireplace, flooring and trim. THE CHALLENGE: Maintaining the traditional style of the home while updating existing spaces. THE RESULT: The foyer, which features a custom front entry door with leaded glass inserts designed by the homeowner, new floors and a redesigned grand staircase, establishes the traditional design of the home upon entry. From there, the dining room and great room can be seen through graceful arched passageways. Retaining the existing floor-to-ceiling red brick fireplace and tongue-and-groove ceiling, the great room features a hand-made alder fireplace surround and cove molding with corner blocks that wrap the ceiling. THE JUDGES LIKED: How the relocation of the powder room and addition of an entrance from the patio met the homeowners’ requirements.
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Schloegel Design Remodel THE GOAL: To redesign the exterior of the home and update the master suite and several bathrooms. THE CHALLENGE: Progressing through the design despite setbacks such as shipping delays while still maintaining focus on the details of the space. THE RESULT: A porch projection with a cross member of trim molding and a decorative louver vent balances the front elevation of the home’s exterior and provides protection to guests. Leading to the redesigned master suite is a hallway accented by inlaid hardwood flooring, wainscot paneling and blown-glass sconces. Carrara marble set in a herringbone pattern is prominent throughout the master bath, which also features espresso-stained cherry cabinetry and Calcutta honed marble. The additional bathrooms include elegant touches such as amber glass wall tile, a roomy shower with Euro glass surround and a mahogany vanity counter. THE JUDGES LIKED: The exterior transformation, which adds to the curb appeal.
| Pictured: Leslie Hatfield and Donna Kirsopp |
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BEST WHOLE HOUSE REMODEL $500,000-$750,000 Architectural/Interior Designer:
Deatherage Home Designs
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THE GOAL: To improve the functionality and design of several rooms on the first floor of the 25-year-old home. THE CHALLENGE: Rearranging existing interior spaces in a more efficient way. THE RESULT: The expanded kitchen, which now serves as a combined breakfast and kitchen area, allows for casual entertaining and features a dramatic copper hood; large kitchen island topped with Spectrus granite; and wet bar with an Oceanside glass tile backsplash, vintage seeded glass panel cabinets and a Sub-Zero wine storage system. Rich colors and textures, such as a red grasscloth ceiling and new crown molding, create a warm and inviting feel in the master bedroom. The combination of brown marble, black granite and Asian-themed dark wallpaper adds elegance to the completely redesigned master bath. THE JUDGES LIKED: How the different ceiling heights in the kitchen increased the amount of light in the space.
| Pictured: Christy Kinman, Billie Deatherage and Wade Shipley |
Architect:
Wendlandt & Stallbaumer
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THE GOAL: To create several entertainment spaces, both indoors and out, that would flow seamlessly with one another and with the existing bold architecture of the home. THE CHALLENGE: Maximizing the use of every space while working within the limitations presented by the layout of the existing lot. THE RESULT: Each element of the outdoor space, including the pool, hot tub, cabana and fire pit, is positioned for maximum enjoyment in all seasons, with additional features such as automatic screen doors on the cabana to protect against insects. Sharing a common wall with the home but accessible from the outdoor space is the indoor home theater, which allows for an enhanced movie-watching experience without disturbing anyone in the house. THE JUDGES LIKED: How the repetition of pattern throughout the architectural elements created a seamless transition from the original structure to the new spaces. PLEASE TURN THE PAGE
| Pictured: Bruce Wendlandt |
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BEST WHOLE HOUSE REMODEL OVER $750,000 Architect:
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TDW Development
THE GOAL: To redesign the 1950s home for entertaining and relaxation that also would fit in with the style of the neighborhood. THE CHALLENGE: Incorporating the existing home with the addition for a seamless remodel. THE RESULT: In transitioning this South Plaza home into one that’s built for modern-day entertaining, the architect and builder teamed up to add on to almost all sides of the house, keeping the original floor plan intact. A master bedroom suite/game room and open kitchen/living room area expanded the main floor, while the new upper level consists of another master bedroom suite with balcony that overlooks the fresh, colorful landscaping and refurbished pool, with a bocce ball court beyond. All the original floors were refinished, part of the sustainability factor, while the rest of the home features local artwork, antiques and reclaimed furniture pieces. The unfinished basement will eventually feature a home theater,
bar
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numerous
storage options. THE JUDGES LIKED: The use of
antiques
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reclaimed
materials throughout the home.
| Pictured: Jason Thompson and Tim Wahl |
Architect:
Wendlandt & Stallbaumer
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Holthaus Building
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Knapstein Design
THE GOAL: To renovate and coordinate the existing exterior and interior of the home. THE CHALLENGE: Developing a completely new entry point to the property, as required by the city, following expansion of the property. THE RESULT: The previously dated exterior now features a bold European look with new stucco, stone veneer, second-floor dormer windows and a wood shingle roof accented with numerous copper roof elements. An augmented central hall allows traffic to flow from the foyer through the home with ease. The expanded kitchen includes a large pantry that can be accessed from the garage for easy unloading of groceries and supplies. Replacing the master bath is an addition featuring his-and-her wardrobes and a lavish redesigned master bath. THE JUDGES LIKED: How the architect was creative with the space.
| Pictured: Bruce Wendlandt |
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BEST KITCHEN REMODEL $40,000-$70,000 Architectural Designer/Contractor:
Schloegel Design Remodel
THE GOAL: To redesign the existing 1980s-era kitchen to match the older charm of the home and maximize the efficiency of the available space. THE CHALLENGE: Resolving the many design issues that reduced the efficiency of the space, such as multiple swinging doors and an abandoned chimney flue. THE RESULT: Closing in the basement door, which is still accessible through the porch, and changing the powder bath door to a pocket door resolved the issue of multiple swinging doors and opened up space for a fixed island. The abandoned chimney flue was replaced with a new professional range and hood, landing space and wall cabinets that feature specialty glass and puck lights to show off the homeowner’s colorful dishware. Maple cabinetry with a rich sable stain and Mince Gold countertops add warmth to the space. THE JUDGES LIKED: The elimination of unnecessary doorways and walls and the convenient storage.
| Pictured: Debby Allmon and Megan Lynch |
Architectural Designer:
Deatherage Home Designs
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Brown Restoration
THE GOAL: To open up the existing floor plan and increase storage and counter space. THE CHALLENGE: Removing a load-bearing wall, which required installing an up-set beam in the ceiling, meaning each end needed to be supported down to the footings. THE RESULT: White painted cabinets and recessed, pendant and under-cabinet lights brighten the space, while the added triplecasement window and sliding glass patio door allow natural light to fill the room. Contrasting the cold look of the stainless steel sink and appliances are the warm hues of the mosaic slate tile backsplash and newly installed oak hardwood flooring. Full-height cabinets, a lazy susan and an appliance garage greatly increase the cabinet and countertop space, and the new window above the sink includes a functional ledge for decor. THE JUDGES LIKED: The well-planned isle space and the bright feeling of the kitchen. PLEASE TURN THE PAGE
| Pictured: Lloyd Brown, Billie Deatherage and Wendall Gartman |
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BEST KITCHEN REMODEL $70,000-$120,000 Architectural Designer/Contractor:
CHC Creative Remodeling THE GOAL: To reroute the flow of traffic from the pool deck to the laundry room and bathroom rather than through the kitchen/dining area. THE CHALLENGE: Finding the necessary space to meet the homeowners’ requirements for the kitchen without utilizing space from the existing outdoor patio. THE RESULT: Newly added hardwood floors and arched passageways create a cohesive flow through the space. The main support columns built to replace the load-bearing wall are hidden in the oven’s stone surround that provides a focal point for the space. The kitchen also features several unique design touches, including custom-designed cherry cabinets, hand-blown glass pendants that illuminate the granite island countertop, and a custom sculpted exhaust hood above a personally designed and crafted tile mosaic. THE JUDGES LIKED: How the colors and finishes blend together.
| Pictured: Judy and Kevin Transue |
Architectural Designer:
Euston Kitchen Co.
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Pete-Douglas Construction
THE GOAL: To update the existing 1960s-era kitchen to a more functional layout with a bright and inviting feel. THE CHALLENGE: Engaging the previously disconnected kitchen with the rest of the home while maintaining a formal flow into the living area. THE RESULT: A raised peninsula with seating for three and a functional island with a cherry wood countertop and prep sink allow the homeowners to interact with their children while fixing meals. The preparation area of the kitchen flows into the adjacent dining area through cherry wood French doors and flanking pantry cabinets. The cherry wood in the preparation and dining areas serves as a transition from the creamy painted surfaces of the kitchen to the more traditional antique furnishing of the sitting room. THE JUDGES LIKED: The additional window that brightens the room with natural light.
| Pictured: Kathy Euston |
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BEST KITCHEN REMODEL OVER $120,000 Architect/Contractor:
Design Build Team
THE GOAL: To combine the space of several small rooms into one open kitchen and breakfast room. THE CHALLENGE: Keeping the details relevant to the 1917 home while still providing an up-to-date kitchen. THE RESULT: Structural columns in the center of the space used by the architect to create framed vistas serve as a divider between the food preparation space and the bar area overlooking the kitchen. The prep area features a wood-topped island with plenty of storage and a clear work triangle that greatly improves the flow of traffic through the room. The bar area provides space for the homeowners’ two children to work, eat or watch their parents cook. Throughout the entire space, white cabinetry with built-in lights and a white tile backsplash serve as a contrast to the dark hardwood floors. THE JUDGES LIKED: The efficient use of space and flow of the room.
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| Pictured: David Dussair and Maggie Goss |
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BEST BATHROOM REMODEL Architect:
Wendlandt & Stallbaumer
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E & E Quality Builders
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Chuck Matney
THE GOAL: To upgrade the space to match the Old World feel and high-quality design of other previously remodeled areas in the home. THE CHALLENGE: Creating the illusion that the redesigned area is more spacious than the original room without physical expansion. THE RESULT: Redesigning the existing windows and contemporary skylight, which did not fit into the decor of the home or allow for even distribution of light, was an essential aspect of the remodel. The newly relocated window includes a custom grill that provides an old steel and glass look. Frosted glass panels with steel framework conceal the existing and added skylights. They also provide a soft, luminous light to the space as well as adding height with an old iron and glass barrel vault. THE JUDGES LIKED: How the design was able to meet the homeowners’ needs and desire for an Old World feel.
| Pictured: Bruce Wendlandt |
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THE GOAL: To renovate an outdated master bath with Universal Design and more functional space. THE CHALLENGE: Attempting to open up the existing space despite low ceilings, small doorways and congested flow of traffic from the master bedroom. THE RESULT: By closing off the door to the bathroom and tearing out the wall dividing the master closet and bedroom, the flow of traffic was redirected from the bedroom to the bathroom. Moving the entrance to the bathroom also allowed for the installation of a larger shower. The existing low ceilings were raised a foot and a half to give the illusion of more space. To further the sense of spaciousness, the vanity was raised 10 inches off the floor, the counters were deepened, and the mirrors were moved forward to flood the area with light. THE JUDGES LIKED: The raised ceilings and use of lighting.
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THE GOAL: To restructure the illogical and awkward design of the existing suite to a more functional space with an elegant rustic look. THE CHALLENGE: Finding an exciting design that did not exceed the homeowners’ budget. THE RESULT: In the master bedroom, the raised ceiling and round-top transom were leveled and the perimeter lowered to create the effect of a raised ceiling. Crown molding accentuates the new detail and visually enlarges the room while recessed can lights, hickory wide-plank flooring and knotty alder doors add a rustic look to the space. The master bath features graceful arches above the vanities and new tub as well as a custom-made arched mirror accented by the high relief, textural natural stone tile on the backsplash and tub surround. THE JUDGES LIKED: How the variation in texture and layering of light creates an appealing space.
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THE GOAL: To reconfigure the existing master bath into a master closet and the existing sitting room into a new master bath. THE CHALLENGE: Relocating the bathroom from one side of the suite to the other required extensive plumbing work, particularly for the new tub. THE RESULT: A new stone façade on the existing fireplace establishes a focal point for the master bedroom and serves as a design feature that is repeated throughout the suite to create a seamless transition between rooms. The relocated master bath features a new jetted Jacuzzi tub and marble radiused wall shower. The generous double-bowled vanity constructed below an arched soffit includes a mirror that hides a flat panel television behind it. THE JUDGES LIKED: How the fireplace anchors the space and provides an attractive separation between the bedroom and bath. PLEASE TURN THE PAGE
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BEST REMODELING PROJECT Architectural Designer/Contractor/Interior Designer:
Gianni Custom Remodeling
THE GOAL: To transform an unfinished area in the homeowner’s lower level into a cave-like setting. THE CHALLENGE: Rounding out the ceiling to replicate the curved walls and ceiling of a cave. THE RESULT: A combination of stone and plaster applied to the walls simulates the curvature of a cave. Fossil details on the walls and slate flooring further the sense of being underground. Two iron chandeliers hang above the custom-made granite countertop table that can seat up to 10 guests for a wine tasting. A climatecontrolled wine cellar capable of holding 1,200 bottles provides the homeowners with ample space to store their collection. Wide, arched doors allow guests in the cave to view the contents of the cellar. THE JUDGES LIKED: The unique concept and creative use of materials.
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THE GOAL: To convert the unfinished basement of a local radio sports show host into a “man cave.” THE CHALLENGE: Moving two existing support columns that interfered with elements of the new design. THE RESULT: Reflecting the owner’s enthusiasm for sports, the man cave includes a media room with a fully equipped bar, exercise room and unique marble bathroom. Three flat-screen TVs and a large overhead projection screen in the media room create a unique experience for watching televised sports. Stained alder shelves filled with sports jerseys and memorabilia line the walls. The bar area, which is adjacent to the media room, features slate-peddled countertops that complement the dark-stained alder cabinetry. The openness of the design makes it an easy transition from the bar area into the media room for seamless entertaining. THE JUDGES LIKED: How the construction changes allow for better use of space.
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CHC Creative Remodeling
THE GOAL: To create a space with an edgy style and defined purpose that would be comfortable for personal relaxation and entertaining. THE CHALLENGE: Figuring out how to deal with seemingly immovable objects, such as the fireplace, that countered any reasonable furniture layout. THE RESULT: Utilizing a blend of clean lines and tactile textures, the space allows for entertaining both indoors and out. The indoor space features hardwood floors and a contemporary video center with matching bookcases and wet bar. Anchoring the interior is a newly constructed fireplace that was relocated within the space to allow for better layout. Wrapping the fireplace is a geometric pattern of limestone blocks that is repeated throughout the space, including the outdoor fire pit, creating a single architectural element that unites the design of both areas. THE JUDGES LIKED: The creative use of materials.
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THE GOAL: To renovate the existing area to create a warm and inviting living space and eating area overlooking the pool. THE CHALLENGE: Managing the project when the scope more than doubled from the initial plans. THE RESULT: Ten-foot ceilings, hand-hewn beams and columns, custom knotty alder cabinets and travertine floors create a welcoming space for relaxing and entertaining. A large beveled mirror framed with 9-foot stone columns and glass shelves serves as the background to the newly designed bar, featuring granite countertops and tile backsplash, with an adjacent eating space that overlooks the pool. Opposite the bar is an inviting seating area with a fireplace and flat-screen TV. The space also includes a newly designed dressing room and bathroom with a large walk-in shower and floating vanities. THE JUDGES LIKED: How the newly expanded entrance and use of mirrors create a nice step down into the bright space. PLEASE TURN THE PAGE
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BEST ROOM ADDITION Architectural Designer/Contractor:
Starr Homes
THE GOAL: To add a second story to the home as well as convert the first-floor nursery into additional space for the master suite. THE CHALLENGE: Resolving the congested single-story floor plan of the home. THE RESULT: The second-story addition includes a new nursery and bedroom, both with private baths, as well as a loft area. The nursery features dormers and raised ceilings for added interest, and the open loft area allows for future expansion. Downstairs, the enlarged master suite includes a laundry room and walk-in closet with wood floors and window seat. THE JUDGES LIKED: The creative solutions for difficult problem areas.
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Manka Design/Build THE GOAL: To create an addition that matched the exterior and updated the traditional interior style. THE CHALLENGE: Building a creatively designed and energy-efficient addition on a limited budget. THE RESULT: The bedroom features a vaulted ceiling with modern design touches, such as exposed spiral ducting. In the bathroom, mirrors in place of cabinet doors and outlets inside the cabinets add to the utility of the space. Built with 2x6s and 2x12s instead of traditional 2x4s and 2x6s, and insulated with Icynene foam, the addition requires less heat or air-conditioning than a traditionally constructed room, making it more energy-efficient. THE JUDGES LIKED: The high ceilings and natural light as well as the sustainability and energy efficiency aspects.
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THE GOAL: To design an outdoor entertainment area with a pool, hot tub, fire pit and cabana. THE CHALLENGE: Situating the multiple components within the boundaries of the existing lot. THE RESULT: The location of the fire pit and hot tub allows both to be used in colder weather, while the pool and pergola are positioned for maximum sunning or shade during warmer seasons. Water spilling from the hot tub to the pool below creates a soothing waterfall sound that can be heard everywhere. The cabana, which features a bar, dining area and locker room, is enhanced with a vaulted ceiling and rounded transom windows that emulate the design of the home. THE JUDGES LIKED: How the repetition of patterns throughout the architectural elements create a seamless transition from the original structure to the new outdoor living area.
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THE GOAL: To create a uniquely shaped freestanding gazebo with an oversized fireplace in a restrictive backyard area. THE CHALLENGE: Building a gazebo in the shape of a kidney, as requested by the homeowner, without any cross-bracing or center supports that would be both structurally sound and aesthetically pleasing. THE RESULT: The completely customized gazebo is wrapped with cedar and stone and features an oversized fireplace and tiered serving bar. Curved around the structure is a freshly stained patio with hidden rope lights that illuminate the area and create an evening glow. THE JUDGES LIKED: How the unique shape and vaulted ceilings create an attractive and functional entertainment area.
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Local designer Shawn McCune proves his talent by taking the top spot in the country for a commercial remodeling project. By Maggie Fried Photos courtesy of Kitchen Design Gallery
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fter winning five local and four regional awards and advancing to the national level of the National Association of the Remodeling
Industry’s (NARI) annual competition, Shawn McCune, CKD, owner of Kitchen Design Gallery, won the coveted National Contractor of the Year award (CotY) for a Commercial Interior remodeling project.
built-in espresso machines. Granite countertops, a glass light rail above the sink and an unusually shaped raised ceiling lend a modern feel to the space. “The break room has a cool walk-up café vibe that the employees can be proud of,” McCune says.
“This commercial job was to design and build a break room, divide
Utilizing many of the same colors and materials from the break
space for a conference area and spice up a drab, uninteresting office
room throughout the office, McCune was able to create a seamless
space for a fast-paced, youthful staff,” McCune writes in his entry
modern design that is welcoming for both employees and visitors and
essay for the project.
was a winning project for the NARI judges.
For him, one of the most difficult aspects of the project was convincing the client of the large changes needed to open up to the
For McCune, who says he thrives on creative work, winning the national award represents more than just a prestigious title __ it also
windowless 15- by 10-foot break room.
represents the opportunity to continue doing the type of innovative
“I suggested that we knock out two of the walls in order to open up the space. The client was initially afraid of doing that because the plumbing for the water fountains was in the walls,” McCune says. In response to the client’s concerns, he designed an artistic structure
work he loves. “It’s nice to get recognized among your peers, but more importantly, if you get recognized like this, you get exposure to the kind of clients who want the type of work you do,” he says.
made of stainless steel and colorful laminates that contains the water fountains and plumbing. This innovative response to the client’s needs and concerns creates an artistic focal point in the space and allows for a more open floor plan. Curving out from the water fountain structure is an island on which the employees can prepare or eat meals. Behind the island is additional space for food preparation, which features several new appliances, including two SEPTEMBER 2010 • 63
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Shoal Creek Valley | The old-fashioned architecture of several new-home communities is charming buyers to the suburbs. |
Homes of Yesteryear Buyers who want old-school charm but new-age amenities find their preferred spaces in throwback-era communities.
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The old adage “location, location, location” used
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to work for some homebuyers — people seeking
The developers’ and builders’ goal was to complete
traditional homes knew to look in areas like
a collection of charming homes that would be
Brookside or Waldo.
appealing in today’s marketplace. They also created
But today’s buyers can now expand outward to a whole host of suburban subdivisions tossing
a surrounding environment that is aesthetically pleasing and encourages community interaction.
out the cookie cutters for the aesthetics and
The homes offer a mixture of different external
community atmosphere of old-style neighborhoods
designs and elevations. Many are Tudor style, with
with modern amenities.
columns and front porches where homeowners can
“This is very market-driven,” says Andrew
sit and enjoy an afternoon, Mall says. The 219
Mall, community manager for Northgate Village.
townhomes, patio homes and single-family homes are
“Aesthetics are a primary goal, and over the last five
centered around pocket parks. The subdivision was
years, we’ve seen more consumers coming in our
formed in 2003 and is more than 75 percent complete.
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Creekwood of Liberty, Liberty This community, inspired by homes in Brookside, was created in 2006 and will comprise 67 houses that vary in size from 1,500 to more than 3,000 square feet. Prices start at $185,000. The wide range in size and price is one of the ways the developers are encouraging different types of families and couples to buy in the community, says Scott Vulgamott of Reece & Nichols. It is located close to Liberty Square and backs up to a community center with an Olympic-size pool, workout facility, theater, game room and conference center. The homes’ exterior designs remain distinctive because of small touches, Vulgamott says. Front doors and garages are top-of-the-line, mailboxes are uniform, architectural shingles add character, and fences are aluminum or wrought iron. A majority of the homes have outdoor living spaces and include trees that will flower in the spring and provide color in the fall. creekwoodofliberty.com
Shoal Creek Valley, Kansas City, Mo. Edie Waters, a Re/Max agent for the property, says the homes here have a unique look, with big front porches and alley garages, wider sidewalks and old-fashioned lampposts. Indoors, there are granite countertops, hardwood floors, 6-inch trim molding, and homebuyers can choose the details down to the glass doorknobs. The amenity-rich area includes a walking trail, two golf courses, community space with an indoor theater, banquet room, kitchen and outdoor pool, and another area with a water park, pools, lazy river, toddler pool and other water features. Waters says in the “new community with old traditions,” kids can walk to school and families know their neighbors. Townhomes start in the $140,000s, homes PLEASE TURN THE PAGE 66 • KCHANDG.COM
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October 2-17, 2010
For more than six decades, home builders throughout the metropolitan Kansas City area have shown their commitment to building a better community by offering a wealth of housing choices in the places where we work, live and play and this fall the tradition continues. There is nothing that compares to buying a new home. From the moment you step into the home of your dreams, your head will be filled with all of the memories you know you will build in the years to come. Get ready to turn your dream into a reality by making plans to attend this year's Parade of Homes, beginning on October 2 and continuing through October 17. Homes are open daily from 11 am until 6pm.
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Ramblewood at Jeter Farm, Raymore Of the 54 lots available at Ramblewood, only about two or three of them will look the same, says Chris Hotop, partner at Avalon Development Group. Individuality was a goal of the community, which is located on the former Jeter family dairy farm. When the Jeter family decided to sell the land, they didn’t want it turned into a typical development, Hotop says. The homes are meant to recreate the look and feel of those in Waldo or Brookside in an affordable, suburban setting. The subdivision is adjacent to five acres of walkable commercial property. The Victorian- and Tudor-style homes have large front porches and garages in back, and are seated on pocket parks and near a common area with a playground. Hotop says the community is attracting predominately young families. “People love Brookside and talk about the walkability of it and how great it is, but people want new,” he says. The homes in Ramblewood are 1,500 to 2,000 square feet and range in price
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Heritage Glen, Spring Hill, Kan. Heritage Glen was created with two things in mind: unique architecture and a green footprint, says Ken Butler, owner of Butler Custom Builders. The designs are diverse, and residents can build custom homes as long as they meet the criterion, including front porches and Craftsman or Arts and Crafts design. Energy Star guidelines are encouraged. There are 31 lots in the subdivision, which has streets lined with red maples to provide shade for walkers. Butler says the developers installed plentiful sidewalks so people can casually walk around and meet their neighbors. Butler says thus far the community has attracted mostly people in their 40s or older — often empty nesters — who are looking for a slightly smaller footprint.
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Lenexa, asks her clients to help determine their
cluttered, unorganized home can be a daunting task,
organizational needs.
but with these tips and solutions from area closet and
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storage specialists, you are sure to find some clarity,
in Raytown, Mo., suggests distinguishing which areas
calmness and — dare we say it — extra space.
of the home are for living and functioning and which are for storage.
Evaluate problem areas
“In a storage space, imagine a circle. In the center
Think about what areas of your home are in disarray.
of the circle should be items you use every day,
Clothing closets, the garage, basement, laundry
and on the outside should be items you don’t. You
room, pantry, mudroom — these are all areas that
have to prioritize what you need on a daily basis,”
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Purge, purge, purge Once you’ve determined the best use for a problematic space, take a personal inventory and get rid of items you don’t need. “Go through your items once a year and decide what to keep, what to throw out and what to give away,” says Mike McMahon, owner of Life Uncluttered in Overland Park. He also suggests marking a box the last time it’s opened to see when you used it and if you need it at all. “Anything out of sight is out of mind. Putting something away can be the kiss of death. Mark your containers so you can find what you need,” McMahon says. When it comes to the clothing closet, a good rule of thumb is “one in, one out,” Haller says. “Rotate your clothing and keep an eye on how often you wear something.” Not everyone has an easy time throwing things out. Often there is a monetary or emotional attachment to an unused item. “If it is a memento, it should be in a box or in a storage area, not in your primary closet,” Myers clarifies.
Consider a custom solution Most closets don’t maximize the space — and there are many tricks of the trade to create additional room. “With a custom closet, it is not uncommon to get 50- to 100-percent more storage room in the same space,” McMahon says. Because a custom solution is designed to fit your individual needs, every item has its own place. The typical process involves a consultation to determine exact needs and to take an inventory of all items. “A design program brings the solution
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Reface Refacing cabinets keeps the structure of the original cabinets but gives them an updated look with new doors, hardwood or laminate facing over all exposed surfaces, and new cabinet hardware. “As long as the boxes are structurally sound, we can keep the skeleton,” says Bryce Johnson of Cabinet Clad Kitchens. “You can save about 50 percent versus new cabinets.” This remodel option is environmentally friendly because it reduces the amount of discarded cabinet parts. Also, finishing cabinet doors in the factory rather than in the home allows the contractors to use more durable paints and finishes on the new wood. “We use a baked-on finish that has a low-VOC [doesn’t release gases into the environment] and doesn’t break down over time,” Johnson says. Refacing is a popular option if you want to modernize your kitchen. By choosing a different color or style for new cabinet doors, you can completely alter the look of your kitchen. “I’ve had customers whose whole motivation was to move away from exposed brass hinges to concealed hinges,” adds Tim Jones, co-owner of KC Wood. “When we first started refacing, we thought it’d be something only people looking to fix up their homes for selling would be interested in, but lots of homeowners are doing it as a way to get a new look.” If you’re looking to reface your cabinet doors, start the process two to three months before you want to show off the new look. First, you must pick the style, color and finish you want then the doors are made off-site. Finally, the installation process takes anywhere from three days to a week and a half.
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doors and moldings to give the kitchen a completely new look. Many times this process is added to a refacing job. “You keep the good structure and make it look new,” Marusak says. “From the outside, I can change it to look like anything. On the inside, the cabinets look the same.” Reconfiguration is popular in situations where homeowners want to remove a vent hood over a range and make space for a microwave or remove a built-in desk and install additional cabinets. Because of the custom work involved with reconfiguring cabinets, this process can take up to two weeks inside the home versus the shorter timeframe for refacing. Reconfiguration is also more expensive than the other methods, costing
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approximately $150 to $300 per door. Choosing an eco-friendly remodel method is just the first step in a green kitchen cabinet remodel. Paint and wood choices also impact the effect the new cabinets have on the environment. Be sure to choose paints and stains with low- or
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no-VOC. This will reduce the amount of
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toxic gases released into the air. Refacing and reconfiguration both use new wood to achieve the finished look, so ask for wood that is harvested from a certified sustainable forest. Johnson says a good eco-friendly wood is Lyptus. “It’s from South America and can regrow from the root’s stem in seven to 10 years,” he explains. “It’s a dense hardwood, which is
the mark of responsible forestry.
nice because most woods that grow that fast aren’t as hard.” Giving your kitchen a new look while
See our Stems project on page 102.
protecting the environment is possible. All it takes is knowing that you don’t have to start from scratch to get the look you want.
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Green from the Inside Out
KCH&G’s Boulevard of Dreams Green Living Show Home finds many ways to build sustainably.
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any of the things that make our Green Living Show Home green are hidden from view once the walls go up. Since our last visit to the site, the 2 x 6 framing, taped joints and
insulation have all been covered up, and the house is starting to take its final form. The drywall has been hung and the edges finished in a small rounded corner bead that softens the look. It’s not as contemporary as a straight edge, and it makes the walls appear more substantial, as in older construction. The team originally had considered texturing the walls, a popular technique in many new homes made to look old, but decided to keep a clean and smooth wall plaster look that interior designer Diana Carter found to be more authentic from her travels to the old world. She also selected a subtle ivory for the walls and simple beige for the enamel
diverting approximately 80 percent of the roof drain to rain barrels and
woodwork, a choice that takes a different tack than most current spec
rain gardens,” he adds. Landscape design firm Kissinger & Associates
home color palettes. All the paint used on the interior is Sherwin-
is working with the construction team to provide xeriscaping, reducing
Williams’ low-VOC Pro Green line, an eco-friendly latex product that
the amount of grass laid on the grounds and using native plants that
has no harsh chemicals or odors and leaves healthier air to breathe.
don’t require as much water or care.
Ninety percent of the cabinets have been installed in the home,
Be sure to keep up to date as the Green Living Show Home
which are made of birch and formaldehyde-free plywood. All the
nears completion and learn much more about a sustainable lifestyle
interior doors are custom-made of beech. Birch and beech pose lower
at greenlivingshowhome.com. And, mark your calendar to see this
environmental risks than woods from tropical regions, such as
gorgeous green home in person!
mahogany and teak, because they are managed in sustainable tree farms. Outside, the stucco is ready to be applied and the stone veneer is being installed. Builder Keith Eymann of Ambassador Homes says it has been important to the project from the beginning to source local products. The stone on the front steps, for instance, is native Kansas Shawnee limestone cut in Topeka. They’ll also use that for the retaining walls going up later this month after the grading is complete. With the difficult site — seemingly perched high above Brentwood Circle yet well below Sunset Drive — water drainage is a huge issue. When it rains, water consolidates into narrow channels that gush. To ease the situation, Eymann’s team has installed a natural catch basin to hold water back. A hole filled with aggregate and drain tiles will make the water percolate slower and help evaporation. “We are capturing and
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Simply Stylish Local interior designer Phill Crum opens the door to his own casually elegant home in Old Leawood, where deep, earthy colors and textured surfaces perfectly prepare us for the transition of seasons. Plus, area retailers show us what they’ve got in store for fall. Hint: natural and organic are key descriptors.
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With his construction background and eye for detail, designer Phill Crum remade his Leawood home good as new with the charm of old.
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hen Phill and Jennifer Crum and their two young daughters moved back to Kansas City from Boston, they bought a house in Leawood. “We actually bought a lot, and the house just happened to come with it,” Phill clarifies.
They were smitten by the ample backyard they knew could be expanded upon while still leaving
plenty of room for the girls’ swing set. Phill, a builder, tackled the two-story home by increasing it from 1,800 to 2,700 square feet. But he didn’t stop there. He began to rethink his talent as a hands-on kind of guy. “I started out in the building industry but became intrigued by interior design,” he says. Enough so that he completely switched occupations. His forte: the ability to analyze then enhance an overall design aesthetic. “Phill already had the innate skills to take a space and, if necessary, reconfigure it, but he’s so good at detail and, most importantly, listening to clients. This is where he really shines,” Jennifer says. While the couple loves the blend of casual with formal in the adjacent living room, the kitchen/hearth room demonstrates Phill’s ability to succinctly conceptualize a space. Stor y by
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A softly upholstered banquette anchors one corner. It’s not only functional (a great space to park the kids, according to the couple), it’s a showpiece in and of itself, featuring mosaic trim and a polished walnut table sitting atop an antique chimney pot. The area is softly lit by a classic drum-shaped light fixture. To define the kitchen from its original galley size, he increased the footprint aligned on a 7-degree angle and fashioned a Travertine support wall. Blended with caramel-colored granite countertops, new cabinets and polished walnut breakfast bar, the entire space is masterfully redesigned, as is the adjoining hearth room, smartly painted a deep earthy gray and trimmed in an even deeper complementary shade. “I used painted box beams on the ceiling, created a stone fireplace, and to define the room, applied a dark-colored stain border on the oak flooring,” Phill says. Ceilings to him are a missed opportunity. “That’s why I’ve utilized this blank palette in the foyer and
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living room,” he says. In the entry, he used a gold-leaf patterned square that automatically accents the intimate space. Then, above the neutral furnished conversation area in the living room, he embellished the ceiling with molding centered around the decorative light fixture. One thing he didn’t change in the living room is the limestone fireplace, another source of texture in this eclectically decorated room. Upstairs, one girl’s bedroom and the master bedroom also have been taken to task with his astute eye for design. Downstairs is the next space to be scrutinized and remade. It’s a process that has taken almost four years and will continue to evolve with creative solutions to a finite amount of space. What started as a ho-hum 1955 house that barely registered notice from the couple at first is now a thoroughly warm and modern home — tailor-made for their family.
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plum and cedar green; throw in a touch of metal for some extra attention. Whether you want to introduce a single conversation piece to freshen your interiors or rethink your entire design, start with our roundup of what’s in store locally.
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A Gown for Your Couch The Nine Roses Pillow, from DB Sources, was designed by a former designer of couture gowns, with elegant taffeta fil and organza fabric in a rich pale gold. This collection also extends into an assortment of home accessories. Find it at Edgevale Interiors in Mission, edgevaleinteriors.com
Handmade Perfection This wood screen was handmade by artisans in Thailand from hundreds of pieces of salvaged wood, each bleached and sanded to create a
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look. $1,100. To bring the outside in, try these flat rock felt planters created by South African artist Ronel Jordann and made by female villagers as part of a jobcreation
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Fall Favorites After brutal temperatures in July and August, most of us can’t wait for the cooler weather September ushers in and the opportunity to truly enjoy the outdoors. In the following pages, we show and tell you exactly what you need to complete your own outdoor living space, courtesy of our own experiences with Stems: A Garden Soiree. We also talk to a handful of landscape experts about what you should plant now to extend your garden.
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BLISS WITH A BREEZE We show you how to combine the luxury of creature comforts with the lure of the great outdoors in KCH&G’s Fine Outdoor Living Space, our inspirational “booth” at the Overland Park Arboretum’s spectacular Stems fundraising event.
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e only got to enjoy the experience of relaxing under the stars for one night
— June 26 — but our ideas for outdoor living will last for many years.
We call it the Lucky 7. According to the Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association, the three main components of any practical outdoor living space include: 1. an appliance to cook 2. tables and chairs for sitting and eating 3. a fire element to extend the season But we at KCH&G have a few criteria to add! To complete an outdoor room, you also need: 4. structural definition and protection from the elements 5. live plants to connect with nature 6. gorgeous fabrics and accessories to make the space a transition from the interior 7. artwork to enhance the style
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We brought all of these facets together this summer for the
wrong with a black and white palette and summery yellow accents. A
stunningly successful soiree that raises money to support such
separate Grange lounger offers an alternative design style. Large
wonderful places like the Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead and
umbrellas provide additional shade, and a granite-topped coffee table
the Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens. And like any
will definitely withstand the elements. The designers at the Plaza shop
wise homeowner, we worked with some of the best professionals in
also designed the layout of the space to create one conversation area
the business to come up with the concept.
but with enough distance that multiple conversations could be carried
Most homeowners would start with a hardscaping element of brick
on privately.
or stone as a base layer atop graded soil. However, because our space
Even if you had all these aforementioned elements but the backdrop
was to be temporarily housed at the Arboretum, we simply set up
was a concrete parking lot, you probably wouldn’t use the space.
shop on a grassy hill. Schutte Lumber and Douglas Homes
We made our space more private and pleasant with the addition of
Construction defined our space with western red cedar posts,
“plantainers” designed by Rosehill Gardens. These ingenious pre-
beams and decorative brackets. The 20- by 20-foot pergola gave some
planted containers, which come in two standard styles, slip right into
shady respite from the 95-degree sun that shone that day.
larger pots for fast and easy color and texture. We chose simple black
Even during the dog days of summer, fire power is integral to
pots to match the fabric and let the flowers have the spotlight. A row
making you want to spend time outside — because that’s where the
of palms spread out beside the fireplace hides special-event necessities
food comes from. The outdoor kitchen is made of teak wood, a great
like porta-potties and generators and perfectly complemented the lush
material choice for the outdoors and one that looks rich when stained,
surroundings of the botanical gardens.
and topped by blue cut stone surrounding a drop-in stainless steel grill.
Finally, indoor accessories like waterproof TVs and art are being
The focal point of our space, however, is a natural stone fireplace
introduced in outdoor spaces. We wouldn’t recommend dousing this
constructed by York Companies with materials donated by Sturgis
piece on loan from The Rice Gallery of Fine Art with water, but
Materials. Underneath, it is comprised of concrete blocks and faced
Oregon-based artist Greg Navratil’s love of nature was a perfect fit
with stone for faster installation. A fireplace allows users to get outside
with our theme and color palette. The contemporary impressionist is
earlier in the spring and stay later in the fall.
just one of many artists and many styles featured in the Leawood
No one expects you to stand with your beer and brat, so whether
gallery.
you’re a man or woman, you need a comfy — and preferably
Whether you’re creating your backyard haven for yourself or 1,500
aesthetically pleasing — place to park it. Outdoor furniture has come
guests, keep these irresistable ideas in mind for a luxuriously livable
a long way since the invention of the lawn chair, and many designs
extension of your home.
look as good as what you’d put in your living room, like this cast aluminum durable set featuring weather-resistant Sunbrella fabric, available from Scandia Home by Ursula Terrasi. You can’t go
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| Coneflower, left, and Lamb’s Ear ‘Hummelo,’ lower right, will remain colorful in fall and attract butterflies; Autumn Fantasy maple, top right, will spectacularly turn from yellow to orange to red. |
Fall’s Final Bow As summer draws to a close, fall tinges nature’s landscape with a jewel-toned palette.
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Once fall begins to shutter the light and temperatures
As temperatures dip, there will still be moments
slide downward, you can anticipate a final flourish
of sparkle from asters, goldenrod and sedum that
from your garden. Colors are shifting from bold to
thrive in the ground until frost or as cuttings for a
burnished, promoting a showy, lush ending before
pretty bouquet. Ornamental grasses burst with tassels as pumpkins
winter’s hush. Capturing the best of this quiet season doesn’t
and gourds nurtured throughout the growing season
involve the frantic push as in the spring. Fall encourages
peak. It’s an ideal time to plant hardy, cool-weather
a slower tempo. Watering is tapered, bulbs are bedded
vegetables, so don’t tuck in the spade just yet. These
then clean-up and revitalization take the front seat. With a measured pace at your fingertips, it’s time to take stock of your garden.
pros tell you how to extend the season. ●
Jason Eaton, landscape designer with Audrie
Seeley Landscaping and Garden Design,
Fall is the ideal time to plant trees and shrubs, as
acknowledges that fall is a great time to plant. “I will
well as spring bulbs like tulips and crocus. Dig up
always try to focus on texture and color from trees
various tender herbs like bay, scented geraniums and
and shrubs that are ideal to plant in the fall. I like to
rosemary, pot then perch them inside on a sunny
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makes you take notice. A few of my favorite plantings include intricate, thread-
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leaf, Gold Mop cypress; a fine-line buckthorn; and the fern-like Tiger Eyes sumac, a shrub displaying a bright, lime
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green color that turns russet in the fall.
No time spent cleaning paws.
that will hold its own all winter, keeping
Liquids drain through surface quickly.
like the columnar Vanderwolfe pine with its
Another favorite is feather reed grass its texture and sculptural quality. Finally, I blue-green needles. It grows to 12-feet high, likes full sun and is low-maintenance.”
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dotes on trees. “Yellow to orange then on into red, there’s nothing more spectacular than a sugar maple or red maple like October Glory and Red Sunset to put the snap into a colorful fall. These Midwest standards like moist but not overly soggy soil. They’re everywhere in our region since they’re such good lawn trees.” She also delights in the vibrant yellow display from the slow-growing ginkgo that drops its appealing fan-shaped leaves fast as the weather cools. “Catch its beauty in mid-fall and you won’t be disappointed,” she says. Eames also recommends the dwarf burning bush with its vibrant red color and the Oakleaf hydrangea, a four-season, medium-to-fast grower that amazes with PLEASE TURN THE PAGE 106 • KCHANDG.COM
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white flowers that stay throughout the summer into fall then fade pink to brown. Its huge leaves turn purple mottled with orange and red. Once established, it proliferates in part sun/part shade and is a showy addition to any landscape. ●
Eric Nelson, owner of Family Tree
Nursery, notes, “A final flourish can be had in the fall garden if you cut back and gently fertilize what is already growing. Begonias, dahlias, petunias and geraniums
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temperatures cool into the 60s. Perennials like Rudbeckia, coneflower, salvia, daylilies and garden phlox will rejuvenate with lateseason pruning. You’ll also enjoy asters, particularly the double variety, mums and pansies that do well this time of year.” Nelson also likes to refresh garden containers that can be worn out by fall with decorative grasses. “Dark leaf millet, heat-tolerant, showy purple fountain grass, ornamental Carex and Juncus, which are sedge-like textural plants — all of these plants do well into fall.” ●
Owner of Land Art and Narrow Tree
Nursery, Matt Alberts has a definite opinion about fall. “Less is more,” he says. “This is a restful, peaceful time. I prefer not to overdo a garden in fall. Whatever landscaping that is done initially in the PLEASE TURN THE PAGE SEPTEMBER 2010 • 109
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what has already been planted. If color is desirable, plant asters, mums (tight in the bud), pansies and flowering kale. The Henry’s Garnet Virginia Sweetspire is another good choice for the fall garden.
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It’s an open, upright shrub with arching and flowering clusters. The foliage turns red to burgundy as the weather cools.” ●
Micky Louis manages perennial stock
for Suburban Lawn and Garden. With the season closing, Louis entices the birds and butterflies into the garden. “I want to encourage the wildlife, so I like to leave seed heads on daises, goldenrod, sunflowers and asters so the birds can feast. Similarly, I want to give the Monarchs a chance to fill up on nectar, so I’ll plant Joe Pye weed. This late-season showy bloomer will carry well into fall. Lamb’s Ear Hummelo is another pretty perennial with green foliage and purple spires that will also attract butterflies.” She also praises the beauty of three shrubs:
chokeberry,
Fothergilla
and
blueberry for their low-maintenance and fall color ranging from yellow to orange then red for an outstanding finish to the season. ●
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A Slice of Summer Chef Renee Kelly serves up a show (and delectable dishes you can easily make at home) at our hit event, Cooking School. Find out the menu when you turn the page then download the recipes on our website. If you’re hungry for more about food, don’t miss our research into what foods fight cancer. Yummy produce, nuts and grains are at the core of a nutritious, delicious diet.
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rilled pita pizzas, homemade salsas and chilled corn soup, oh my! But that was
just the beginning of a wonderful food affair at KCH&G’s Cooking School at Factory Direct Appliance in Lenexa. As guests entered the showroom, they were greeted with Shatto cheeses and a tour of FDA’s kitchen vignettes, including high-end appliances like Wolf, Dacor, Viking, Aga and Thermador. (The showroom also has on display an outdoor living area and home theater.) Chef Renee set up behind the working kitchen, her hands full of fresh and local herbs, onions, tomatoes, peppers, corn on the cob, melons and more (some from her backyard and some from the farmers market), including Vita Craft cookware she used all night. She worked with a Wolf and Viking range, with Viking and Zephyr hoods hovering above and space for eight guests who wanted front-row seats. The kitchen also features an island with prep space, double sink and Viking dishwashers, which cleaned up the mess at the end of the night. Savoring every bite of the homemade chips and salsa and chilled corn soup, guests sipped on the 2009 Red Heads Studio’s Yard Dog White, while the Porcupine Ridge, a sauvignon blanc, brought the flavors to life in the fire and ice melon salad,
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…with food and wine, that is. Chef Renee Kelly, once again, whipped up a fresh, seasonal menu that left our crowd craving an Indian Summer. By Brooke Pearl
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made with watermelon, cheeses, peppers, chili powder, honey, mint and white wine. Asking for help from the audience, Stephanie Thompson didn’t hesitate to raise her hand and help Chef Renee cut up fresh melons, one of Chef’s favorite foods, for the salad. Her reward? Snacking on remnant pieces that fell off, something almost every cook is guilty of. Beef, chicken and shrimp skewers, thinly sliced and super juicy, were next on the list. They soaked overnight and were served with The Maverick, a zinfandel that features blackberry fruit, a hint of velvet vanilla oak and blended with a touch of syrah. Chef Renee brought the culnary class to an end with her grilled peaches, combined with honey, vanilla and cinnamon, and appropriately paired with mascarpone gelato. (Some were even garnished with a chocolate swirl.) THE EVENING’S MENU:
Homemade guacamole, pineapple papaya salsa, and black bean and roasted corn salsa Chilled corn soup Grilled pita pizzas Fire & ice melon salad Shrimp, chicken and beef skewers Grilled peaches with mascarpone gelato Download the recipes at kchandg.com.
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Thinking Outside the Glass Cooking with good-quality wine enhances your meal.
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Don’t confine your favorite wine to a glass — add it
But don’t cheat yourself — take that meal to another
to your plate. Like drinking wine, cooking with it
level when expense isn’t sacrificed. In many cases,
can add another dimension to a meal, enhancing the
it’s best to cook with the wine that will accompany
flavors while improving the texture.
the meal. Most importantly, never cook with flawed
The most important rule is to never cook with a wine you would not drink. Do not use the so-called
wine. Even though a lot of the flavors in wine blend in or even cook out, many of them intensify.
“cooking wines.” These wines are typically poor quality and contain additives that affect the taste of
How to cook with wine
your chosen dish. The cooking process will bring out
Wine has three main uses in the kitchen: a marinade
the worst in an inferior wine and bring out the best in
ingredient, a cooking liquid and a flavoring in a
a meal with a quality wine.
finished dish. The acidity in wine helps tenderize the
Using an expensive wine is not necessary, although
outside of meat. The function of wine in cooking is to
a cheap wine will not enhance the best characteristics
intensify, enhance and accent the flavor and aroma of
of your dish. A good quality wine that you enjoy will
food — it works similarly to seasonings or spices. It
provide the same flavor to a dish as a premium wine.
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does not mask the flavor of what is cooking but actually fortifies it. Wine makes a great cooking liquid as well. Adding wine to dishes helps with the cooking process and adds flavor and moisture to whatever dish you are making. As the liquid reduces, the flavors become amplified. For best results, wine should not be added to a dish just before serving. If added late in the preparation, it could impart a harsh quality. It should simmer with the food or in the sauce to enhance the flavor of the dish. As the wine cooks, it reduces and becomes an extract.
The most important rule is to never cook with a wine you would not drink. Do not use the so-called “cooking wines.” Storing leftover wine The rule of not cooking with bad wine also includes good wine that goes bad.
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Which wines to use Strive to match the color of the wine and its body (light, medium or full) to the robustness of the dish. Generally speaking, heavier fish and game with stouter sauces, or lighter red meats, such as pork or veal, with more supple sauces often can pair with a heavier white or a light red. Wines are light or heavy bodied. Light-bodied whites include pinot grigio, soave and sauvignon blanc. Heavier whites include chardonnay and chenin blanc. Light reds include Beaujolais, dolcetto, pinot noir and Côtes du Rhône. Heavier reds include cabernet sauvignon, Barolo, Bordeaux and syrah. The next choice is dry or sweet. This isn’t too complex: Dry wines are almost always employed for savory dishes and sweeter wines for sweet dishes.
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| Foods high in antioxidants, like berries, protect cells from free radicals, which are thought to lead to cancer. |
You Are What You Eat Choosing the right foods naturally helps your body fight cancer.
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This is the argument, chilling as it is, made by Dr.
are agreeing more and more that, in terms of some
David Servan-Schreiber in his book “Anticancer: A
forms of cancer, we are what we eat.
New Way of Life.” A Pittsburgh-based physician
Dr. Tracy J. Miles, an oncologist and dietitian at
and neuroscience researcher who received a
Saint Luke’s Cancer Institute, points out that about 35
cancer diagnosis at age 31, Dr. Servan-Schreiber
percent of cancers can be avoided by making dietary
beat the disease — twice — through conventional
modifications. “Experts continue to recommend a
treatments, and he’s convinced an organic diet,
diet high in fruits and vegetables and [limiting]
exercise and stress management have helped him
the consumption of saturated fat and refined sugar,”
live 17 years later.
Dr. Miles says. “Diets high in red meats have been
There is no consensus in the medical community
associated with an increased risk of colon cancer.
about direct links between diet and cancer, but
Obesity in post-menopausal women can be a risk
studies are showing positive connections. Local
factor for endometrial cancer because of the increased
health experts and international researchers alike
production of estrogen by fat cells.” PLEASE TURN THE PAGE
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red meat, dishes high in saturated and trans fats, and foods that are pickled, cured or fried, can cause the body’s immune system to alert its senses, much the same way that the immune system is put on guard when trying to heal a scrape or cut. On the other hand, says Berry Brown, antiinflammatory foods — including produce, nuts and grains that all come packed with
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healthy antioxidants — have the opposite effect and are thought to protect cells. Antioxidant-rich
foods
carry
the
specific benefit of protecting cells from free radicals, specific types of highly reactive atoms and molecules. “Damage to cells from free radicals is thought to lead to cancer,” Dr. Miles explains. She says that although studies have not proven that antioxidants can reverse cell damage or cancer progression, seek out foods containing antioxidants such as Vitamins A, C and E, beta-carotene and lycopene. “It is best to consume foods containing antioxidants versus supplementation,” she adds. What about people with a family history of cancer who hope to prevent suffering the same disease as their relatives? “Generally, if there is a family
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a genetic mutation,” says Dr. Miles, who recommends undergoing medical evaluations and screenings to identify hereditary risk factors. Berry Brown adds that good nutrition can help lower the risk of a gene related to the disease from expressing itself. Dark yellow or orange foods like carrots, sweet potatoes and cantaloupe, along with leafy greens, have been evidenced to reduce the risk of some cancers, according to researchers from the National Cancer Institute, along with numerous other types of produce. As for individuals who currently have cancer, Dr. Miles points out the importance of following a diet that will complement treatment. An individual undergoing chemotherapy has increased risk of infection, she says, because the treatment decreases protective white blood cells. She recommends avoiding undercooked meats and raw fish, such as in sushi, and promotes eating cooked or canned fruits and vegetables to reduce the risk of consuming bacteria. Berry Brown adds that antioxidant-rich foods can protect the body from chemotherapy’s damaging effects. In general, Dr. Servan-Schreiber argues that natural, minimally processed foods and foods low on the glycemic index are the best bet for steering clear of cancer. The glycemic index measures the speed at which carbohydrates break down and release sugars into the bloodstream; higher glycemic-index foods release sugars quickly, and foods lower on the scale take more time. A group of researchers led by Dr. G. Randi of the Mario Negri Institute for Pharmacological Research in Milan found a high glycemic-index diet to be linked to higher instances of thyroid cancer, according to a study published in the “Annals of Oncology” in 2008. High glycemic-index foods include white bread, PLEASE TURN THE PAGE SEPTEMBER 2010 • 125
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t’s time once again to break out the walking shoes for another charitable week of shopping. This year, however, you’ll not only
be able to shop in KC for a good cause but also at many shopping centers across the country.
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Last year, Barbara Unell, founder and
was holding its own event, selling gift
week, October 11-17, but the Kansas City
executive director of Back in the Swing,
cards (not discount cards) with the Back
area will remain the flagship city for Back
along with her husband, Bob, marketing
in the Swing logo and promoting breast
in the Swing Retail Therapy.
director, received a call from the
cancer awareness and survivorship.
“We wanted to do the right thing and
manager at Yorktown Center in Chicago,
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help out the cause,” says Mark Lighthall,
who wanted to replicate this shopping
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around the world. After seeing the success
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City area, she knew the benefits involved
at Yorktown Center, they took the retail
have personal ties to cancer itself and
with the retail therapy program, so she
therapy idea to other shopping center
this is a way [shopping centers] can help
called on StoreFinancial, an international
clients to see if they’d be interested — this
them out and their community at the
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year, 26 clients outside the Kansas City
same time.”
manager of prepaid card programs, for
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to spread awareness about this event,” adds Brynn White, account manager for StoreFinancial. “It provides a boost in sales for the shopping center and promotes a great cause. We feel like it’s going to grow each year and look forward to the feedback.” This year, Back in the Swing has more than 40 new shopping centers around
the country participating in the week’s festivities. Some of those centers include Boulevard Mall in Amherst, N.Y.; The Pike
in
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and
Charleston Town Center in Charleston, W. Va., yet none of these cities compare to ours, with more than 42 shopping centers (about 800 stores) participating. “Retail therapy has become a proven way to provide joyful and powerful education, awareness and fundraising benefits for breast cancer survivors and support the economic growth of communities all through Back in the Swing,” Bob says.
The money raised from the sales of retail therapy discount cards will continue to be donated to local survivorship centers,
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in the medical field interested in
Cancer Survivorship Center at the
nurses and people associated within
administering post-treatment care.
University of Kansas Cancer Center,
oncology and related fields about how to
A survey taken by members of the
which will lead the development of a
integrate survivorship care into any
Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) across
series of online training modules for
practice setting. “We’re developing tools
the U.S. found that 83 percent of oncology
nurses and health practitioners to provide
to use with every setting; we want people
nurses think survivorship care is an
continuing educational credits and teach
to
essential part of the continuum of cancer
them how to administer post-treatment
care/centers] are not a luxury but a regular
care, but only 13 percent reported that they
care — with hope of extending the reach
part of continuing cancer care,” says
are adequately trained to provide this
of survivorship care.
Klemp, assistant professor and manager of
know
[survivorship/post-treatment
type of health care to the community. To
People continually ask how the KC
the Breast Cancer Survivorship Center at
make survivorship health care the standard
market created such a health care
the University of Kansas Medical Center.
for every breast cancer survivor, Back in
movement. Jennifer Klemp, PhD, MPH,
A side note, her mother was diagnosed
the Swing provided a grant to the Breast
tells them it’s by educating oncology
with breast cancer in 1994 and is doing
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well. They take time out each year to help sell the discount cards while also getting
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of 5.4 acres on the water and 29.9 acres off the water, boasting spectacular
a personal go-kart race track if desired.” And he’s right.
views and irreplaceable water frontage. Dennis Hansen, Broker for Premier
Whether it’s family, friends, or business associates, you’ll find there’s space
Lake Properties foresees this parcel to be “this generation’s Busch
for everyone and every idea. Prominently located in the “Heart of the Lake.”
compound.” With such an immense amount of prestigious property, one can
The vision, and decision, is yours.
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Hansen considers this a special piece of land with endless possibilities for development. “It is truly one-of-a-kind, offering premium water frontage, A
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Sheri English, sales director for Old Kinderhook, a residential golf
sigh of relief — as more people are showing interest in buying at
and lake community, also says it’s a great time to buy at the Lake,
the Lake.
especially with such low interest rates, great financing packages and
Whether it’s a condo, villa, townhome or single-family residence,
home selections, plus they work with lenders who are always willing
builders, developers and real estate agents are seeing more confidence
to help. “There’s more optimism, many more inquires, and sales are
in potential buyers. “I’ve been pretty happy with the number of people
definitely up more than last year and in all categories,” she says. In
coming through,” says Al Wilson, owner of Wilson Realty and
fact, Old Kinderhook already started building new maintenance-free
developer of Oak Ridge Bay, a townhome/villa lakefront development
villas — the first was completed in August (as of print date). There
that opened three years ago. “I’ve had a lot of interest and traffic,” he
will be a total of 10 new buildings for 20 units.
says, which has him looking on the bright side. “I see activity and
“We know the market is on the mend, and we want to be prepared
sales closings lakewide on a daily basis, so it’s just a matter of time.”
with new product,” says Jennifer Bachman, director of marketing for
Mark Kelly, agent for Re/Max at the Lake, agrees that buyers are
Old Kinderhook. “We are looking at this as an opportunity market.”
pulling the trigger this year as opposed to sitting on the fence. “We’re
While there are still some hazy days, it’s safe to say the Lake
on the road to recovery,” he says. Kelly is also the builder/developer
definitely is seeing more sunshine — on and off the water. “It’s not
for Sunset Palms and developer consultant for Millstone Condos, and
rebounding quickly enough for anybody, but we’re glad to see things
though he doesn’t have any new projects in the works, he’s seeing
turning around,” English remarks. “That’s sparking a lot of good vibes
more foot traffic in his condo developments, both of which have plans
for us.”
to expand next year.
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Bella Terra Villas
Located on MM past Porta Cima and the Villages
$349,000-$499,000
573.374.1302
www.bellaterravillas.com
Blue Anchor Bay Condos
Located at the ½ mile marker on the Gravois arm
$179,900-$259,900
573.372.0022
www.blueanchorbaycondos.com
The Hamptons at the Lake
Located at the 18 mile marker in Osage Beach
$350,000-$450,000
573.302.2355
www.thehamptonsatthelake.com
Le Reve Estates
Located at the 21 mile marker in Osage Beach
$375,000-$1,100,000
573.216.2957
www.johnfarrell.com
Monarch Cove Condos
Located at the 2 mile marker on Horseshoe Bend Parkway
$185,000-$290,000
573.365.3328
www.monarchcovecondo.com
Mystic Bay Condos
Located on Highway 54-49 in Osage Beach
$293,000-$358,900
573.374.1140
www.morrisonsrealty.net
Nichols View Estates
Located at the 19 mile marker
$105,850-$528,500
402.333.1462
www.mcneilcompany.com
Oak Hill Forest
Located 5 miles north of Osage Beach
$139,000-$225,000
573.365.9444
www.oakhillforest.com
Osage National Golf Resort
Located on Osage Hills Road in Lake Ozark
$144,900-$151,900
573.365.1950
www.osagenational.com
Pointe Royale Condos
Located at the 4 mile marker of the Big Niangua arm
$120,000-$195,000
573.365.3330
www.pointeroyalecondos.net
The Riviera Condominiums
Located at Business 54 and Horseshoe Bend Parkway
$342,000-$499,000
573.302.2355
www.therivieracondos.com
Royale Palms Vista
Off Highway 5 on the 35 mile marker
$199,000-$263,000
573.374.2222
www.royalepalmscondominiums.com
Sunset Palms
Located by the Hurricane Deck Bridge at the 35 mile marker
$150,000-$350,000
573.374.9915
www.sunsetpalmscondos.com
Tuscany Condominiums
Located at the 31 mile marker on Lake Road 5-89
$200,000-$340,000
573.873.5678
www.tuscanycondominiums.com
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all about the
A Florida couple moves inland to the Midwest Coast, where they still enjoy the water, whether they’re in or out of it.
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andy and Pat Morris’ Lake of the Ozarks home in the private Cedar Crest community doesn’t resemble the log cabin-style abode they originally set out to find for a second home.
In 2005, while visiting family at the Lake to escape a hurricane heading for their
full-time Naples, Fla., residence, the couple thought they would look to see what was available. Quickly discovering a lack of area homes that fit their rustic vision, they broadened their horizons. Ironically, their decision to buy the home they ultimately chose was made at first sight — but not because of the house itself. “When we walked in and saw the view, we were sold,” Pat says. One step through the front door of the five-suite home and the view takes over. A wide expanse of windows beneath 13-foot ceilings opens to an unobstructed, panoramic view of the Lake of the Ozarks’ main channel. “We saw just a handful of homes, but after this, we didn’t look anywhere else,” Randy adds. Prater-Backsen Construction built the 6,800-square-foot home in 2000. The couple credits Lynn Farrell of Farrell Real Estate for zeroing in on what they desired after they moved away from the woodsy cabin idea.
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Three months out of the year, the Morrises return to the Lake to enjoy their bluff-top setting, the incredible view of the water (and unbelievable sunsets) and the atmosphere the area offers. Real estate developers and homebuilders by occupation, the couple says their Lake home differs in style from their Florida home. Randy appreciates the concrete tile roof and stone facade on their lake home, as well as the marble and cherry hardwood flooring and custom-built maple cabinetry throughout. Marble tile on the main level delineates an unencumbered foyer that opens into the great room and also gives access, respectively, to the formal dining room on one side and
“When we walked in and saw the view, we were sold.” a stairway leading to the lower level on the other. The spacious master
In the dining room, cream and gray tones set the scene; a large floral
suite on the first floor offers wonderful lake views and a gracious and
arrangement on the center of a wide round table, surrounded by seating
elegant private escape.
for seven, creates a focal point.
Throughout the main level, calm colors create a soothing atmosphere.
Sculptures and paintings found throughout the home reflect Pat’s interest and skill as an artist. On the wall overlooking the dining room table, a large abstract painting by Denver artist Bob Maes, discovered by the Morrises at Columbia, Mo.’s Perlow-Stevens Gallery, stands out with brown tones and an understated grouping of geometric shapes. The painting gives off a mix of modern, minimalist and natural vibes — characteristic of Pat’s interior design seen throughout the home. Casual elegance is the theme in the great room, where Pat’s love of the classic Ralph Lauren look and simple, clean lines create a comfortable yet stylish ambience. An oversized sideboard anchors the room with an inviting sitting area arranged around the fireplace. Gray marble and graceful white arches surround the unique fireplace, and PLEASE TURN THE PAGE LAKE LIVING • 9
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a 6-foot mirror hangs above to add to the room’s expansive, grand feeling. At the far corners of the great room, a comfortable reading area and a Kawai baby grand piano provide entertaining options. Another painting, displaying a mathematical-inspired design with its contrast between precise but varying sized rectangles and more random use of color and texture, hangs above the sideboard. Adjacent to the dining room and great room, the kitchen and hearth
One of three fireplaces warms the hearth room, a space that leads
room give a welcoming, casual space for social interaction. In the
to one of the most used areas: the screened-in deck. The protected
kitchen, a recessed arch in the wall frames Randy’s favorite piece of
outdoor living area opens the home to the outside through a series of
artwork, one of Pat’s acrylic paintings — a piece of abstract realism,
tall, screened arches and overlooks a soaring view of the Ozark
with soft edges and broad strokes of brown, rust and gentle yellow,
treetops and main channel.
that captures a mother leaning toward her child.
Pat says the lower level is “like another house downstairs.” A wet bar, billiards table, pub-style game table and comfortable sitting area punctuate the more casual family atmosphere. The main guest suite on the lower level offers easy access to the swimming pool and deck. Pat and Randy have claimed two of the lower suites for their hobbies — a music studio for the ex-rock-’n-roll drummer and guitarist and an art studio for Pat. The couple also enjoys golfing and dining out. But the natural beauty, wildlife (they regularly see turkey in the driveway or even deer nibbling Pat’s flowers), the season-changing landscape and the friendly people are the true draws to the area for them. “It’s a little like going back in time. There are more family values here,” Randy says. “The Lake of the Ozarks can’t be beat. It’s the very best value for what you get.”
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or a fully equipped, open-air kitchen and cabana off the lower level
— the importance of creating an inspiring and natural outdoor space
that serves as an entertaining venue, seamless segues from the home’s
where scenic vistas are enjoyed in tandem with the stylish must-haves
interior to its exterior define lake living.
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Chuck Beckum, owner of Central Missouri Builders, has seen
The definitive checklist for a perfect lake haven begins with outdoor
outdoor living trends change since he started building homes at the
spaces. Interactive backdrops to celebrate nature and incorporate water
Lake in the late 1970s. Though the water component of lake living is
views are essential, which means that many Lake-area homes sport
a time-honored tradition, it’s morphed into being the sophisticated
some sort of outdoor structure accessible from every room.
showcase of many homes. Today, he says, it’s all about the destination,
Whether it’s a deck off the master bedroom for enjoying morning coffee; a screened-in porch on the main level for casual family meals; Story by Kimberly Winter Stern
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outdoor trends
“Homeowners want to capture the entire view of the Lake from their property,” Beckum says. “They want to take advantage of all the seasons, so we include outdoor fireplaces, heated pools and amenities that invite outdoor activity.” Beckum says it’s not uncommon to build a home with three-season porches and decks across the back expanse of a home to capitalize on a property’s vegetation, landscape, terrain and water views. The veteran builder predicts that future homes will be smaller and more efficient, with an emphasis on outdoor living spaces. “People will always use this area as a retreat or even a year-round residence,” Beckum explains. “But it will be even more about using the outdoor portion of a property to its fullest.” Dick and Lori Davis of Fulton, Mo., purchased a Beckum-built home two years ago. The five-bedroom, 6,500-square-foot Tuscan treasure is in a secluded cove; its
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space outside even in cooler weather with a fire pit on the lower-level patio. Their children and myriad houseguests enjoy the benefits of lake views from the upper decks; and the home’s vantage point on the lakefront, perched high above the water, provides endless seasonal scenery. “That’s exactly what we wanted when we purchased the house,” Dick says.
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“Outdoor sound systems are very popular,” he notes. “Rocks and other natural materials are used to incorporate speakers and other electronics into the setting.” Ambient lighting that creates atmosphere and 24-hour use of outdoor spaces is also popular with homeowners. “Lighting has become an art,” Halbedel adds. “It’s dramatic indirect lighting that, again, blends into the landscape so it’s not intrusive.” Halbedel says high-end artificial plants are being used to decorate outdoor living spaces more frequently because of the deer population that likes to consume natural vegetation. And like Beckum, Halbedel says that many homeowners want to accentuate the views they have of the Lake, rather than actually access the water. The trend toward accommodating a priority of all-weathering gathering spots that include relaxing, cooking, entertaining and communing ensures that high-functioning outdoor spaces at the Lake will continue to live as
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OPPORTUNITY A young family finds unexpected comfort and joy in their remade north Grove lake home.
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but Jeff and Andrea Myers’ dentist passed along a real estate suggestion the couple couldn’t ignore. They were looking for a lake
home and assumed they would buy at the Ozarks even though they felt the pace was too busy for them and their young sons, Caden and Evan, both 5. Their dentist, who was from Tulsa, mentioned Grand Lake. PLEASE TURN THE PAGE
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“Oklahoma just sounded so far away,” Andrea says. “But she convinced us it wasn’t, so we decided to spend a weekend down there.” Before they left, Andrea checked listings online and contacted a real estate agent for showings. The last house they looked at turned out to be a perfect fit. On the north side of the lake in Grove, it makes a shorter drive to and from Kansas City, plus it’s just two miles from the airport, where Jeff, who is a pilot, can fly the family down in 45 minutes. “We didn’t plan on that, but it worked out great,” Andrea adds. The view is what sold the couple on the house. Set high on a cliff, the vistas are unbeatable. The house, however, wasn’t as much to their liking. The Victorianstyle façade had appeal, but the interiors required some cosmetic updates, and the pool needed repair. They had the yellow exterior repainted in gray and added shutters and a wrap-around porch for charm. The small vinyl pool in the backyard was determined a lost cause but its demise was the perfect opportunity to install something they really wanted: a vanishingedge pool. The boys spend hours in the water, and
“It feels like this place comes alive when we come here.” from certain angles, look as though they can swim out to the main channel as if it were part of the same source of water. Inside, every wall was repainted and each room decorated in European-style furnishings. “I wanted it to feel comfortable and use it as an opportunity to do something different than I would do at home,” Andrea says. PLEASE TURN THE PAGE
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She turned the existing formal dining room into a parlor, knowing they would never use it for that purpose since the lake lifestyle is so casual. They also finished unused space above the garage into a lodgelike media room, complete with a friendly looking bear (so as not to scare the kids). Bear Benjamin, as he’s known, is a play on Jeff’s occupation as a “bear trader.” “It’s important with his job being so stressful that we have a place to escape. He has an office here and will work, but it’s different,” Andrea says. There are plenty of ways to relieve tension, from the shuffleboard court on the side of the house to the jet skis and ski and pontoon boats. The spirit of the house also allows them to take a collective deep breath. “The minute we step in the door, it’s a feeling of relaxation and freedom,” Andrea says. “We can do as many activities and projects as we want to, but there’s nothing here waiting for us that we have to do.” Even in winter, everyone can enjoy a book, game of chess or movie while they take in a change of scenery. No matter the season, their lake home is a place to build bonds with family and friends and live in the moment. “It feels like this place comes alive when we come here,” Andrea says.
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Bittersweet History By Diana Lambdin Meyer Photos by the Grand Lake Association
If you’re thinking about becoming a homeowner at Grand Lake, you should understand the past of the Cherokee Nation.
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abor Day weekend celebrates the social and economic achievements of
American workers. For most of us, it’s the last hurrah of summer and a nice weekend spent at the lake. But there’s another national holiday celebrated
on that weekend at Grand Lake. The Cherokee National Holiday, a day somewhat similar to the 4th of July, commemorates the signing of the Cherokee Constitution in 1839. Tahlequah, about 90 minutes from Grand Lake, is the capital of the Cherokee Nation. “I think most people who visit us here have some understanding of the Cherokee people in this part of Oklahoma because it is such a rich and powerful history,” says Tad Jones, executive director of the Grand Lake Association. The association is partnering with the Cherokee Nation to coordinate tours from the
lake region to Tahlequah and other historic sites in the 14 counties of northeast Oklahoma that encompass the Cherokee Nation. Among the activities in Tahlequah for the Cherokee National Holiday are an arts & crafts and quilt show, softball and stickball games, blowgun contest and cornstalk shoot. A parade on Saturday will fill the streets of Tahlequah, and storytelling events throughout the weekend continue to explain the history of the Cherokee. Of course, the Cherokee National Holiday is to some extent a bittersweet event. The 1830s had seen the forced removal of more than 16,000 Cherokee from their homelands in the Carolinas, Tennessee, Georgia and Alabama. And it was not a pleasant journey. Known widely as The Trail of Tears because of the death and painful conditions along the 800-mile road to Oklahoma, the history of the Cherokee people is complex and multifaceted. A good place to begin an understanding of the Cherokee and to participate in the celebration of the national holiday is at the Cherokee Heritage Center and National Museum in Tahlequah. There, visitors can explore what life was like for the Cherokee prior to contact with Europeans in a multiacre village where women demonstrate ancient basket-weaving skills, men carve arrowheads, and teams compete in a tribal game called Fish Pole. Another outdoor village demonstrates life for the Cherokee after they settled in Oklahoma. Inside, visitors begin to feel just a fraction of the pain and injustice inflicted on the Cherokee people along the Trail of Tears. Other exhibits emphasize the advanced society of the Cherokee, explaining their 86-character alphabet, seven surviving clans and a government that operates today with efficiency and authority. PLEASE TURN THE PAGE SEPTEMBER 2010 • 161
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Throughout northeast Oklahoma, a
There are also places like the Will Rogers
Tourism is a component of Cherokee
number of sites continue to explain the
Museum in Claremore. Yes, the witty,
Entertainment, which operates a number of
various factions of the Cherokee people,
down-home entertainer of the 1920-30s
casinos, restaurants and the hugely popular
the devastation of the Cherokee Civil War
was a quarter Cherokee, and his insightful
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Catoosa.
and the American Civil War, the Golden
wisdom remains equally entertaining today.
The company also sponsors the Cherokee
Age of the Cherokee and more. Schools,
Throughout the Cherokee Nation, but
Art Market and International Cherokee Film
cemeteries, courthouses and Oklahoma’s
particularly in Tahlequah, recent efforts
Festival, scheduled this year for October
only antebellum home all contribute to
have been made to reinstitute use of the
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understanding this rich culture.
Cherokee language. Many streets signs,
in Tulsa. About 140 artists from 47 tribes
The most recent addition to the Cherokee
office buildings and even menus in
will offer traditional artworks — pottery,
Heritage sites is the office and printing
restaurants are printed in Cherokee as well
beadworks, needle baskets, weaving — for
press of the Cherokee Advocate, the first
as English. It is not unusual to hear
sale, along with a youth competition and
newspaper published in Indian territory,
Cherokee spoken by tribal members. For
activities for children to help explain the
from 1844-1906. As of February 2010, it
smart-phone users, apps in the Cherokee
Native American culture of this region.
returned to its original home after 100
language are available on iTunes.
years and major renovations. Located in
For more information, contact the Grand
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— Leslie Marshall, head of real estate for New Longview
“We actually bought a lot, and the house just happened to come with it.” — Interior designer Phill Crum
“Anything out of sight is out of mind. Putting something away can be the kiss of death.” — Organizational expert Mike McMahon
“Less is more. This is a restful, peaceful time.” — Matt Alberts on winding down the garden for the season
“Using an expensive wine is not necessary, although a cheap wine will not enhance the best characteristics of your dish.” — Todd Klaus, Off the Vine Design & Cellar
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