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NATIVE HOUSE PHOTOGRAPHY

A VERY PERSONAL PROJECT

Local designer Jose J. Cabrera has more than a few projects on his plate. But the project that piqued our interest is his personal home that is full of interesting finds, keenly-collected art, sculptural accessories and even a favorite antique.

DRAMATIC DETAILS

For a refresh of this Mediterranean-style home in the heart of Winter Park, designer Audrey Morrone updated floors, ceilings paint, furnishings and fixtures; and added some drama with subdued colors and bold, sculptural lighting to create an elegant yet cozy living space.

SPANISH STUNNER

This Mediterranean beauty had lost some of its luster but seemed a perfect fit for a young family — it just needed some appropriate updating and remodeling by John McClain Design to turn it into a Spanish stunner.

CONTENTS STEPHEN ALLEN

ROBERTO GONZALEZ PHOTOGRAPHY

INTERIOR

FEATURES

CUCCUIAIONI PHOTOGRAPHY

TRANQUIL TRANSITIONAL

Builder Victor Farina and designer Grant Gribble collaborated with almost empty nesters who love clean lines, pops of color, and to travel — especially fishing vacations — to create a cohesive, contemporary new build in the Rose Isle neighborhood.

cover: Designer Jose J. Cabrera's living room photographed by Stephen Allen. The large silhouetted photograph is from SNAP! and the

John Dickinson African table is from Sutherland. Story on page 72. WINTER 2020

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FEATURES

WELCOME

FIRST LOOK

The Grove has reopened in its new home on Pennsylvania Avenue in Winter Park.

10 TRENDS

Top paint companies reveal their 2020 Colors of the Year.

16 EYE ON ARTS

Local art supply store and resource center SAM FLAX celebrates the muralist art movement with its fifth annual SAM FLAX Wall Project.

18 ART & ARCHITECTURE

Renowned architecture firms are behind the Mennello Museum of American Art’s expansion plans, the new Harriett’s Orlando Ballet Centre, and the National Pulse Memorial & Museum design.

26 DESIGNING MINDS

Rob Turner, CRT Studio, explains the new ethos of personalizing our living spaces with the proper planning.

30 TOTAL TRANSFORMATION

A dark and outdated condo in The Residences was transformed into an open, light and transitional space by S&W Kitchens.

36 TRADE SECRETS

Lighting the Way in 2020: Local experts weigh in on the major lighting trends illuminating living spaces.

44 DESIGN DILEMMA

Designer Anne Rue shares tips to living small without sacrificing comfort or style.

48 ENTERTAINING

Chef Jamie McFadden shares his predictions for 2020 trends in food, wine and travel, along with palate-pleasing recipes.

56 IN THE KITCHEN

The latest refrigerator and dishwasher designs from Bosch.

58 DECOR & MORE

John McClain Design open house.

60 ON THE MARKET

Highlights from real estate properties around Central Florida.

64 ROOM BY ROOM

Seven designers showcase their work and discuss the details and inspirations behind these stunning spaces.

96 LAST LOOK

There is still time to catch two exhibits at Snap! Downtown before they’re gone.

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WELCOME

Happy New Year: 2020 Vision

W R

ow… 2020 is actually

homes and the rise of high-rise

here. Some of us re-

living. No more one-size-fits-all —

member the despair

today’s homeowners are doing what

over the possibility of a

functions for them in their own

Y2K disaster. Although two decades

style. And the biggest movement of

have passed since we began the

all has been the mash-up aesthetic

new century, it is certainly safe to

of transitional, which combines

say those years have been very good

traditional and more contempo-

for design (and food) in Central

rary elements.

Florida. From the heightened and

We recognized this evolution

expanded downtown skyline to the

five years ago when we decided to

introduction of luxury in a big way

launch Interior Appeal as a compan-

— The Mall at Millenia, The Ritz-

ion to Orange Appeal. The primary

Carlton and JW Marriott at Grande

reason in reality though, was we

Lakes, The Waldorf-Astoria Orlan-

did not have the space to showcase

do, The Alfond Inn and Four Sea-

beautiful projects and further illu-

sons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney

minate our vibrant arts scene. It

World Resort — and opening of the

has been exciting to witness the

arts jewel, The Dr. Phillips Center for the

growth and share local updates and projects.

Performing Arts, it’s been a quite a ride. And

Kudos to the designers, architects, builders, art-

there is more to come as we preview, in this

ists and visionaries who are bringing these

issue, the Mennello Museum of American

ideas to life.

Art’s expansion, the opening of Harriett’s

And thank you all for reading in this age

Orlando Ballet Center and the plans for the

when print may seem passé. In the era of

National Pulse Memorial and Museum.

Houzz, Pinterest and thousands of other online

It’s also been a remarkable period for home

sources, it’s actually nice to take a break from

design with new construction and renova-

the screen and leisurely turn pages. And we

tions ushering in some fresh concepts, opened

sincerely appreciate you turning with us.

floor plans, expanded kitchens, smaller gem

Happy New Year!

From top: The first — and still one of our favorite — Interior Appeal covers photographed by Stephen Allen. The Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts has become a community gathering place — just as it was intended. The Hermès boutique at The Mall at Millenia brought a new level of luxury to the City Beautiful. Food as art is illustrated daily at Capa, the Spanish-style rooftop restaurant at Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort. 4

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fIRST LooK

grooving at the grove The Winter Park emporium of home goods, fashion, accessories and really great gifts has reopened in its new home on Pennsylvania Avenue in Winter Park. Expanded offerings and new collaborations at The Grove include permanent jewelry pop-up shop Lauren Sigman Collection and a selection of succulents and orchids from The Tiny Orchid Co. There is still plenty of sparkle and glam with more space to display it.

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TReNDS

NEW DECADE: NEW NEUTRALS Top Hues for Home Décor in 2020 by Karen LeBlanc

THE NEW DECADE BRINGS A NEW ATTITUDE TOWARD COLOR AND NEW NEUTRALS THAT REPLACE THE UBIQUITOUS WHITES, GRAYS AND BEIGES THAT HAVE DOMINATED LIVING SPACES.

Benjamin Moore First Light

“C

onsumers are tired of stark

and balanced are trending. “In a world

Year choices vary but a common theme

grays and are looking to

where sleep is viewed as a luxury and the

emerges: Gray finally gives way to richer

infuse colors that delight the

anxiety of a fast-paced world is all too real,

colors that serve as neutrals.

senses,” says Dee Schlotter,

it’s only fitting that the color trends for

Consider Benjamin Moore’s choice of

senior color manager, PPG paint brand.

this upcoming year offer escapism in

First Light 2102-70, a rosy pink, as its Color

Expect blues, greens, earth tones and

today’s technologically-driven society,”

of the Year. The paint company says First

powdery pinks to color living spaces in

Dee adds.

Light represents a new dawn of idealism,

2020, providing a sense of calm and con-

As fashion weeks around the world

design and living. “First Light 2102-70 reflects

nection to nature. “Homeowners and

debut the latest looks in clothing and col-

a new definition of the home — a shift in

designers alike are seeking warmth —

ors, home décor takes its color cues from

mindset from the material to satisfying

colors that feel human and natural,” says

the runway and the predictions of major

the core needs in life: community, com-

Sue Wadden, director of color marketing

paint companies. Each fall, many paint

fort, security, self-expression, authenticity

at Sherwin-Williams.

brands reveal their new color collections

and ultimately, optimism,” says Andrea

Colors that bring out our best selves

for the coming year and pick a top hue as

Magno, Benjamin Moore director of color

and make us feel secure, grounded, calm

Color of the Year. The 2020 Color of the

marketing and development. First Light is

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TReNDS

PPG Chinese Porcelain

one of 10 hues in the Benjamin Moore Color

the energy and brightness of cobalt blue

for 2020, choosing Naval SW 6244, a rich

Trends 2020 palette “that delivers modern

and incorporates the enveloping of a deep,

navy it describes as a new, approachable

paint color pairings, combining optimism

muted navy tone. The need for simplicity

neutral. “Naval is inherently forward-look-

with understatement.”

and escapism from technology is in part,

ing as the chosen bold hue to kick off the

PPG paint company picks Chinese Por-

the reason that consumers are craving

decade, but the color has a long-established

celain (PPG1160-6), a blend of cobalt and

blues like Chinese Porcelain that bring us

presence in nature. Naval is reminiscent

ink blue, as its 2020 Color of the Year. PPG

closer to natural elements such as the sea

of the night sky, which people have looked

says Chinese Porcelain is an easy transition

and sky — the horizon spot, creating seren-

to for centuries for guidance, as a muse,

from yesterday’s neutrals to richer yet rest-

ity in any space,” Dee explains.

and as a reminder to live more mindfully,”

ful colors. “PPG’s Chinese Porcelain delivers

Sherwin-Williams also went with blue

Sherwin-Williams Naval

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Sue adds.

TReNDS

Behr Back to Nature

Behr Paint picked the biophilic shade Back To Nature S340-4, described as a restorative, meadow-inspired green. Behr believes its 2020 Color of the Year can purify and promote a balanced space — bringing the outside, inside. “As we look ahead to a new decade, Back To Nature encourages us to reengage with the natural world, which we know can have a real, positive impact on our well-being,” says Erika Woelfel, vice president of color and creative services at Behr. The paint company sees this slightly yellow-based green as a new neutral that adds peace and tranquility to any space. Home décor also is shifting toward soft, earthen and mineral-inspired colors. Valspar paint company picked 12 muted,

home. That’s exactly what we set out to

The 2020 Color Forecast for the home

nature-inspired hues as its Colors of the

accomplish when forecasting the 2020

tracks an overarching trend of wellness

Year for 2020, including a cornflower blue,

Colors of the Year,” says Sue Kim, Valspar

and self-care that permeates our culture

soft lavender, blush, mint and moss.

Color marketing manager at Sherwin-

and is redefining how we live in spaces.

“Earth’s prescription for the chaotic, busy

Williams. “Take Mint Whisper, for instance.

“People want to feel grounded and inspired

lives we all live is to bring the tranquility

The crisp shade brings a sense of peace —

to pursue their mental, physical and emo-

of nature and the outdoor world into the

and nature’s positivity — indoors.”

tional well-being,” Sue concludes.

Valspar Desert Fortress

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Valspar Mint Whisper

Valspar Bombay Pink

EYEonARTS

THE SAM FLAX WALL PROJECT 2020 by Linda Cegelis

MASSIVE MURALS HAVE THE CREATIVE POWER TO BEGIN CONVERSA-

spaces. The artist is creating something

community enriching. The SAM FLAX

special, in extra-large format, for the city to

Wall Project feeds the body, as well as the

TIONS ON MANY TOPICS. Themes of cul-

see. It ignites the artist in a way that may

soul, with food trucks and a DJ, as well as

tural and political importance have made

not happen in a studio. Now, we add more

creative project demonstrations for guests.

murals and street art more popular and

than 1,000 spectators watching that artist

Known as the source for everything

relevant than ever. From the ancient Las-

work at the Wall Project and we are talk-

creative, SAM FLAX is more than an art

caux cave paintings in France to the pres-

ing about a rock concert of sorts for the art-

store. They support and provide resources

ent-day Banksy commentaries, muralists

ist and all of us who witness,” shared SAM

to the Central Florida arts community

through time have left their art for interpre-

FLAX General Manager Jon KenKnight.

through events, classes, demonstrations

tation in communities around the world.

More than 300 artists apply to the Call

and special projects. For more than 100

Today, muralists hold a waxing position in

for Artists, sent out by SAM FLAX each

years, SAM FLAX has offered art and

art circles, as signaled by the December

autumn. Then, 18 muralists are selected to

design supplies, custom printing and

2019 opening of the Museum of Graffiti in

participate. Their murals will be painted

framing, and unique gifts. SAM FLAX

Miami, the first museum to present global

or applied to the walls of SAM FLAX, and

also provides graphic and industrial art

graffiti, murals and street art.

adjacent neighborhood buildings, all in

and architecture firms with professional

Closer to home, SAM FLAX recogniz-

one day as spectators watch the creative

services. For more information regarding

es the significance of this art movement

process. Larger than life, these murals must

SAM FLAX Wall Project, visit samflaxor-

with its fifth annual SAM FLAX Wall

combine all features of the artwork

lando.com/wallproject2019.

Project on February 15, 2020, at their loca-

together into one cohesive

tion at 1800 E. Colonial Dr., in Orlando.

mural. Muralists must con-

This free celebration is an opportunity for

sider how their art is

people to connect with muralists in a live

viewed from multiple van-

art event, and in a unique setting. The

tage points and incorpo-

murals are big and bold and diverse in cre-

rate the architectural ele-

ative expression. They can draw people in

ments of a space into the

with their narrative and inspirational sto-

design. In a world where

rytelling, and even inspire activism.

social media and technol-

“There is something different about

ogy dominate, the authen-

works that are done on buildings in public

ticity of this art event is

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Art Architecture

Mennello Museum of American Art, Preliminary Expansion Renderings, Exterior (2), Brooks + Scarpa and KMF Architects, 2019.

LOCH HAVEN PARK GEM WILL BECOME A Jewel ON LAKE FORMOSA DESIGN PLANS FOR A $20 MILLION, 40,000-SQUARE-FOOT EXPANSION

“It really started with us thinking about

tone for the overall design including the use

who we are, what we want to be, the rela-

of materials. With a mission to create a cul-

of the Mennello Museum of American Art,

tionship between the public/private part-

tural destination on the lake that would pre-

led by renowned architects Brooks + Scarpa

nership, and the overwhelming response

serve and reimagine the green space, the

& KMF Architects, and a stunning archi-

we received through surveys, interviews

intimacy of the Dr. Phillips Home, walking

tectural model were unveiled by Orlando

and calls. The response was very positive

and bike paths, and sculpture garden, the

Mayor Buddy Dyer and Museum Execu-

but they said, ‘we would like you to serve

entire project will be open and welcoming.

tive Director Shannon Fitzgerald at the

more and serve better.’ The limitations on

An open space with sculptures will connect

museum’s White Canvas Party in October,

the current building [originally a private

the galleries with the event space.

but plans have been in the works for quite

home for a member of the Dr. Phillips

“In the event space, the architects

some time.

family] reflect its lifecycle. But this build-

focused on sharing the views of the sculp-

The Mennello Museum of American

ing will be preserved and encased within

ture garden as well as the waterfront. This

Art, owned and operated by the City of

the new addition,” says Shannon Fitzger-

will allow for some earned-income oppor-

Orlando, was established in November

ald, museum executive director.

tunities that we really haven’t had. There

1998 to preserve, exhibit and interpret the

In all, the $20 million expansion

is a board room and education spaces as

permanent collection of Earl Cunningham

includes the addition around the current

well as a pop-up restaurant. There will be

paintings from founders the Honorable

12,000-square-foot museum building that

the capability to host camps. We gave the

Marilyn Logsdon Mennello and Michael

will include multi-purpose spaces — for

architects all of our programming so they

A. Mennello. Numerous works of Ameri-

events, weddings, classrooms, and a con-

could really understand what we do and

can art — including sculptures — donated

ference room — with the ability to seat

what we want to do. It’s all program and

by the Mennellos, are also on display. The

250 and accommodate 400+ for standing

mission driven,” Shannon explains. The

museum also offers special exhibitions,

indoor and outdoor events. The expanded

museum will have the ability to add staff

publications and programs celebrating

space will enable the museum to increase

as well.

traditional and contemporary American

the number and quality of programs,

In addition to making sure the green

artists. Shannon has only been with the

opportunities and amenities to better

spaces are preserved, the design will also

Mennello for four years but brought with

serve growing audiences.

be as environmentally friendly as possible

her a different perspective on the potential. 18

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The site itself, on Lake Formosa, sets the

for a museum. “The architects are well-

Art Architecture

known for their green initiatives. They actually designed the first green housing project in Los Angeles for which they received a lot of acclaim and attention. In teaming with the local architects, the plans will exceed Mayor Dyer’s green initiatives,” she adds. Since the lead architect is originally from Florida — his family has restaurants in Central Florida — there is an emphasis on the front porch concept. “Every socioeconomic family understands the idea of a porch that is a welcoming gathering place. So, the materials include cypress,

Mennello Museum of American Art, Preliminary Expansion Renderings, Interior (10), Brooks + Scarpa and KMF Architects, 2019.

LAWRENCE SCARPA’S VISION The Mennello Museum’s design is both futuristic

and timeless. The design mirrors the objective of the artwork inside: It tells a story and furthers the Museum’s mission to be a place of education, culture and inspiration. More than just a building, it is a civic place for social interaction, bringing people closer to art, each other and to nature, providing an opportunity for new, immersive, art experiences. The building is organized as a series of highly engaging spaces where the Museum’s mission of using art to connect people to the world around them can unfold.

pulling from the trees of Florida, the light of Florida, and the Spanish moss striations

currently in the silent phase of a capital

City of Orlando, have been so supportive

are simulated in the concrete. We want to

campaign “with our goal to receive 50 to

of this endeavor,” she concludes. “I hope

have free space where people can hang

60 percent by next summer or early fall.

we can make art something that’s acces-

out,” Shannon explains.

At that point we will be ready for ground-

sible and enjoyable and that stimulates

With the exquisite plans in place, it’s

breaking. The Friends of the Mennello

creative paths — intellectually, creatively

now a matter of funding. The Museum is

Museum of American Art, along with the

— but also contributes to the economy.”

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Art Architecture

New Ballet Centre Is En Pointe

It was the dream of late philanthropist and angel of the Orlando Ballet that a permanent home be constructed to serve the needs of the company and school. And although Harriett Lake did not live to see it, her spirit can be felt throughout the facility opening in December on Lake Formosa.

A conceptual rendering of Harriett’s Orlando Ballet Centre, rear view. Architect: Robert Schaeffer, RSVP Design StudioBuilder/Contractor: Lamm & Company Partners Interior Designer: Jennifer Dzenis, Wakefield Beasely & Associates

A public/private partnership with the

takes full advantage of the lake’s edge. “We

City of Orlando and community support-

started looking at this design in April or

To the right of the lobby is the school

ers, Harriett’s Orlando Ballet Centre will

May of last year and went through a pretty

space and studios which are very indus-

be a world-class facility featuring ample

quick planning session, then got into per-

trial in feel with floor-to-ceiling windows

rehearsal space, administrative offices,

mitting and began building last December.

and high ceilings bathed in white. Double

studios for Orlando Ballet School, as well

It’s 37,099 square feet with two stories,

barres surround the rooms and light

as a multipurpose auditorium that will be

although the second floor is small and pri-

bounces off the mirrored walls. The hall-

used for company rehearsals, workshop

marily houses the administrative offices.

ways were designed with students in

performances, and a venue for the com-

The building took its heart or center point

mind and have double-height outlets (for

munity to host special events such as wed-

from the lobby of the previous community

sitting or standing) with phone/computer

dings, recitals and meetings. And finally,

building. It’s much larger and has a protec-

charging capabilities.

the building will reunite the company,

tive canopy, but the drop-off area is essen-

school and offices in one built-for-purpose

tially in the same spot,” Rob says.

facility.

company most of the time,” he explains.

The outside balcony resembles a ship’s bow that seems to stretch out over the

Upon entering the building there is an

lake. “In the old community center build-

Larger studios will allow Orlando Bal-

unobstructed view to the lake with natural

ing the patio area stepped down in multi-

let to better prepare high-quality perfor-

light pouring into the expansive lobby from a

ple levels to the lake. This design goes

mances for the Dr. Phillips Center stage,

shaft to the roof. There will also be some

straight out, and it makes everything so

expand class offerings, community out-

mood lighting that can be changed for an ele-

much more functional. Everything is lift-

reach, and operate more cost efficiently.

ment of drama, especially for evening events.

ed off the ground as you approach the

We were able to take a sneak peek, nar-

“The lobby is so massive because it was

lake,” Rob says. It provides 2,500 square

rated by architect Rob Scheffer, of the proj-

designed as a pre-function space for the

ect just before completion. By the end of

7,300-square-foot auditorium on the left

And don’t think there won’t be appro-

2019, Orlando Ballet will officially move into

side of the building that functions as a

priate tributes to Harriett Lake inside the

Harriett’s Orlando Ballet Centre. Orlando

multi-use space for banquets as well as per-

building as she will be prominently pres-

Ballet School students will join the new rest

formances. It has telescoping seating that

ent through her fabulous fashion —

of the organization in January 2020, after

will seat 320. It is stored in the back wall

including the iconic white coat and fur

winter break.

and takes about a minute and a half to set

hat — in a display near the front lobby and

Rob wanted the 38,000-square-foot

up. For standing events, the area will hold

was notably instrumental in the design of

building to look clean and contemporary in

about 600 comfortably. It will serve as the

the ladies room that will include a chan-

the design. It gracefully angles around and

rehearsal space for the [Orlando Ballet]

delier and mirror she personally selected.

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feet of outdoor event space.

Art Architecture

NATIONAL PULSE MEMORIAL DESIGN:

Inventive & Creative

Coldefy & Associés with RDAI

AFTER EXTENSIVE RESEARCH, com-

by more than 2,300 comments from vic-

gists, the country’s leading independent

munity forums and a jury comprised of

tim’s families, survivors, first responders

architect selection firm. The submissions

onePULSE community members, civic

and the public, felt this design best reflect-

were narrowed down to six finalist teams

decision-makers, global thought leaders

ed the interests expressed by the commu-

who developed concept designs for a pub-

and world-renowned architects, the firm

nity, and demonstrated design excellence,

lic exhibition and comment period that

of Coldefy & Associés with RDAI, Orlan-

inventiveness, creativity and alignment

took place in early October.

do-based HHCP Architects, Xavier Veil-

with onePULSE’s core values.

Complementing the National Pulse

han, dUCKS scéno, Agence TER, and

Additionally, the Orlando Health Sur-

Memorial, a museum and educational

Prof. Laila Farah, has been selected to

vivors Walk will trace the three-block

center will pay tribute to all those affected

design the National Pulse Memorial &

journey many victims and first respond-

by the Pulse tragedy and serve as an

Museum, scheduled to open in 2022 on

ers took the night of the tragedy to get to

important place for dialogue and educa-

West Kaley Street, approximately a third

Orlando Regional Medical Center and

tion acting as a catalyst for positive

of a mile from Pulse nightclub.

extend north to the Dr. Phillips Center for

change. It will be central to realizing one-

the Performing Arts.

PULSE Foundation’s credo that “We will

The winning team’s concept design serves as a starting point for discussion

Launched in March 2019, the unique

not let hate win.” The onePULSE Foun-

and a basis for the design but is not the

two-stage global design competition gar-

dation plans to build the National Pulse

final, finished memorial and museum.

nered 68 submissions from 19 countries

Memorial and Museum which will be free

Over the next year, Coldefy with RDAI |

and was led by Dovetail Design Strate-

and open to the public year-round.

HHCP will work to further refine the designs so they can best reflect community feedback. The design concept features a reflecting pool encircling the Pulse building, which will be integrated into the memorial design. In memory of the 49 victims, a palette of 49 colors will line the basin and radiate toward a peaceful garden planted with 49 trees. The design also envisions a spiraling, open-air museum and education center with vertical gardens, public plazas, and a rooftop promenade. A blue-ribbon selection jury informed 24

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DESIGN NOTES FROM THE ARCHITECTS

Pulse becomes the center of gravity; it radiates and transmits. Water is the connecting element, from the existing fountain, it becomes a shallow reflecting pool encircling the club. In memory of the Angels, a palette of 49 colors lines the basin and radiates toward the public spaces. An opulent garden planted with 49 trees, the memorial site provides a protective and colorful canopy. At the center of the garden, the nightclub is preserved; a generous adjacent space is dedicated to gathering and celebration. In this haven of peace and tranquility, we discover the transformed nightclub, opening to the light and air, inviting us to traverse an intimate path; opening our consciousness. The renewed West Kaley Street provides a shaded connection to the museum, which rises like a budding flower, reaching toward the sky and signaling the entrance to the Pulse district. Vertical gardens and public plazas create new community places, and a rooftop promenade offers views to the memorial and over the entire district. Interactive sculptures commemorating all those affected by the tragedy punctuate the shaded esplanade of the Survivors Walk on Orange Avenue, from the memorial toward downtown.

designingMINDS

Look Forward To Coming Home:

Create a True Retreat by Rob Turner

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high style. Today, there are synthetic fab-

There are several ways to achieve this

able to you and be a place where continu-

rics that mimic the look of fine silk but are

bliss. For example, by taking advantage of

ity creates calmness. Cohesive interior

more durable and easier to spot clean.

clever ceiling designs, you can create visu-

detailing with streamlined architecture

There also are new indoor-outdoor fabrics,

al drama in an area of a house that poses

allows you to mix in dynamic moments

from companies like Perennials Fabrics,

no restrictions on comfort or livability for

with artwork that contrasts with the

which have the look of velvet and mohair.

its occupants. By using architectural detail-

detailing. Also, a consistent color palette,

You should choose colors, textures, fab-

ing well, lining ceilings with wood beams

with proper indirect lighting and mini-

rics and furnishings that you really love,

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designingMINDS and these design elements all should work together holistically. One simple way to create texture is to cover walls with grass cloth or raffia wallpaper, or with wood paneling, which can create a cozier feel, a historical appeal, or an urban-industrial look. In addition, they will soften a room acoustically. Hanging your favorite artwork or displaying collections of treasured objects makes a personal statement, and it can make you feel good just by therapeutically gazing at them. How can you balance calming solitude with lively entertaining in the same home décor? Mainly by using today’s technology — home automation, music and lighting systems that can transform the look and feel of your serene home into one that knows how to party and back again. Other considerations to make before starting a home design project are how to rein in the scale of large rooms for comfort, and knowing how you want to live in the house. Design never should be based on a current trend that could later look like last year’s fad. By designing for the particular space and the individual client, a cohesive interior design will emerge. This, in turn, is what creates a truly personal and satisfying retreat, right at home.

Rob Turner is president of CRT Studio in Orlando. He earned his bachelor’s degree in interior design from the University of Florida, and he also completed interior design and architectural studies in Vicenza, Italy, and Merida, Mexico. He has more than 20 years of experience designing innovative, luxurious and award-winning interiors. Rob can be reached at 407-402-1963 or rob@crtstudio.com.

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CONDO LIVING Remodel photos by Rickie Agapito

Designer Chris Druschel, of S&W Kitchens, was tasked with overhauling an outdated, 4,500square-foot, 3 bedroom/4 bathroom condo at The Residences in Winter Park, adjacent to The Alfond Inn. The stunning results showcase an open, light and transitional space for the client who was looking to downsize from an estate near Lake Maitland.

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er desire was to update it and gain more openness because it was very dark before. We lightened it with paint and finishes

and took out the wall in the kitchen to open it up and make it one huge entertaining space — she has a lot of parties. We raised every ceiling and soffit as far as we possibly could — gaining more height in there was a big factor,” Chris explains. Most everything was gutted including the bathrooms and removing the travertine floors throughout the condo. They removed a shower in one of the powder baths to make more room for an additional hall closet. But the overall layout of the condo remained intact. First, the flooring got a facelift with neutral hardwood installed throughout. “Laying down the floors was a process —

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Total Transformation what angle do we lay it? We continued the same angle as the entryway. It gives an angled look across the entire entertaining area which looks really sharp,” Chris says. One of the client’s favorite spaces is the entryway with the shiplap detail on the ceiling. “It leads you into the home. The color scheme is basically grays, whites and shades in between. She threw in pops of blue in the main entertaining areas. Everything was based on that one cabinet/built-in in the living area. The homeowner collected fabrics and brought them to us. We mainly agreed on everything. We selected the plumbing fixtures, cabinetry, etc., with her. She selected a lot of

the lighting fixtures at market in High Point, North Carolina,” Chris explains of the collaboration between the S&W team and the homeowner. Some of the biggest transformations include the kitchen and master bathroom. The kitchen wall was opened and now features a custom island hood over the 32

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Total Transformation range and counter seating, while still boasting plenty of storage. The cabinetry was kept more traditional with a brushed glazed finish that complements the quartz countertops. The master bathroom was reconfigured to incorporate a freestanding tub and eliminate the Jack and Jill setup. Aside from the freestanding tub, the client also really wanted a morning bar. â€œThe morning bar in the master bath is a trend that we continue to see in luxury, high-end masters. You can make your coffee or a mimosa and not have to leave your room. She has more cabinetry in her bathroom than the average kitchen probably. She brought in the birdcage lantern over the freestanding tub. I fought her on it at first, but when we put it in, I think it pops and really appreciated her selection,â€? Chris explains.

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Storage was also a priority throughout the space with ample options between the hallway cabinets and entertainment centers. From the timeline to condo restrictions, the transformation was not without its challenges, but the project was completed on time and to the satisfaction of the client.

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LIGHTING THE WAY IN 2020

MAJOR LIGHTING TRENDS ILLUMINATING LIVING SPACES by Karen LeBlanc

DECORATIVE LIGHTING IS KNOWN AS THE JEWELRY OF THE ROOM, BUT THE LATEST LED TECHNOLOGY ELEVATES FIXTURES TO AN ARTFORM.

Home by Goehring & Morgan Construction, Inc.; Chandelier by Lightstyle of Orlando

culptural chandeliers, pendants, sconces and sleek recessed lighting create a sense of arrival and ambiance often assisted by WiFi-

enabled, smart home technology. Today’s LEDs offer a lot more creative freedom in design, untethered by the bulb sockets of incandescent sources. Designer Tom Dixon recently launched a custom-made dimmable LED ring and driver module in several lighting collections including MELT, GOEHRING & MORGAN CONSTRUCTION, INC.

SPRING and OPAL.

TomDixon melted chrome LED trio

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“LED is enabling some fun designs

hot or blue-tinged light color, today’s

that were once limited by incandescents.

LEDs provide color temperatures that

With LED, you can fashion the fixture

mimic the warmer, flattering illumina-

into unique shapes and illuminate them,”

tion of incandescent bulbs. LEDs also use

says Bradley Satill, store manager at LBU

less energy than other bulbs making

Lighting. Originally known for its white-

them attractive to homeowners. “The

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Home by Goehring & Morgan Construction, Inc.; kitchen lighting fixtures by Lightstyle of Orlando

when it comes to LED lighting. Most people understand the value of LED lighting, as it’s a much greener approach. With the says Ted Maines, interior designer and owner of Ted Maines Interiors. With LED technology illuminating the way, here are the latest looks in lighting for the home.

THE SHAPE OF LIGHTING

Phillips Collection, Ruffle pendant

Trending across the entire style spec-

copper and matte black, which are in sync

popular lighting sil-

trum of lighting, matte black reigns

with today’s more popular finishes for

houettes joined by

supreme as the preferred finish in fix-

plumbing fixtures and hardware,” Ted says.

elongated pill-shaped

tures, often paired with brass, copper or

“The farmhouse-modern look is popu-

pendants. Geometric

bright white. For rustic looks, matte black

lar right now with fixtures crafted of dif-

frames and cutouts with LEDs are gain-

finishes appear in hand-forged designs of

ferent wood tones and mixed metals with

ing traction in living spaces as ornate,

hammered metal, while sleek matte black

blacks, golds and silvers,” Bradley says.

European-styled, traditional lighting gives

mixed with white nods to Scandinavian

Seeded glass shades are making a strong

way to more pared-down styles that are

design. “We’ve seen an increase in the use

showing with this aesthetic creating a

sleek and chic.

of metallic finishes, more brushed brass,

vintage vibe and warm glow.

Globes and orbs remain

LBU Lighting, Winter Park Showroom 38

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GOEHRING & MORGAN CONSTRUCTION, INC.

latest improvements, it looks beautiful,”

TrADE sECrETS Mixed metals and materials in organic and amorphous forms are resonating with consumers as well. “Mixed metal fixtures in combinations of black and chrome or bronze and Phillips Collection Tear Drop table lamp and Pebble table lamp

gold are trending. The silhouettes are still a very clean, transitional look,” notes Kathi Osiek, outside sales manager, Lightstyle of Orlando. Recessed lighting is shaping up as square designs without trim so that the light sits flush against the ceiling or drywall. “Homeowners and designers are going with smaller aperture recessed lighting in square shapes. They require smaller holes in the ceiling, yet these lights give off a lot of output,” Kathi says. Other lights that install flush against the wall include dimmable, trimless step lights. “For new construction, step lights are so easy to install, add value and are affordable,” Kathi adds.

LIGHTING DESIGN The latest lighting configurations call for layering light in a room. “A room should have at least three layers of light. This can be recessed lights, decorative lights, table lamps and cabinet lights, all working together in layers. Also, the color of lighting should be consistent,” Kathi explains. Another trend she notes is grouping several fixtures or pendants together in a cluster at varying heights. “We always like to see many sources of light in a room, and just about everything should be dimmable. There are many home automation systems to choose from that integrate lighting, window treatments, and even your HVAC system,” Ted says. The residential and commercial

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interior designer makes sure his clients understand the importance of lighting color temperature as well as the color rendering index (CRI). “When starting a new project, one of our first stops with our clients is LBU Lighting. They offer an informative Inside LBU Lighting’s Experience Center; inset demonstrates a transluscent onyx kitchen counter lit from underneath

crash course on lighting that our clients really appreciate,” he adds. LBU Lighting has an “Experience Center” in its Winter Park showroom. I recently visited for a tour of different lighting techniques on display. “The Experience Center shows people what you can do in a space. We are able to go fully dark in this space and show how different color temperatures look and demonstrate lighting techniques,” Bradley explains. My tour starts at a kitchen island illuminated with different light layering concepts. “Instead of six general lights in a kitchen to flood it with light, we are illuminating it with purpose. We light the island and not the people around the island. We use specific tools to show people how it looks. Light layering creates drama,” Bradley adds. A translucent onyx counter in the kitchen is lit from underneath with LED tape light panels, emanating a gorgeous glow. Next, we head to the dining room table with a large crystal chandelier hanging above, indirectly lit from light sources embedded in the ceiling. This creates a dramatic light grid

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when the chandelier light source is off. “The actual chandelier is not lit up right now. We are using directional spot recessed lights with a tight beam spread and placed them aiming at the chandelier. They are internally adjustable,” Bradley explains. On the wall of the dining room vignette resides a row of four identical paintings, each lit with different color temperatures to show how art looks under different lighting conditions. “The best way to light artwork is with an internally adjustable light, flush with the ceiling, that comes with different beam spreads. It can light any size piece of art,” Bradley says. Today’s rapidly evolving lighting technology poses a learning curve for many consumers, which is why experts advise consulting with a lighting professional or interior designer. “Mistakes can be very costly to correct. There is a lot to comprehend, but when lighting is done right, it adds an extremely important layer to every aspect of the interior and exterior design of a home,” Ted says. When choosing the ideal lighting style for your space, experts say consider whether the fixture serves as a maximalist piece that steals the scene or recedes into the background in service to other design elements.

Karen LeBlanc is host of The Design Tourist series. She travels the globe attending some of the world’s premiere design events in search of the latest trends, tastemakers and unique finds. Learn more at thedesigntourist.com.

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DESIGNdilemma

Style Without Sacrifice SMART SIZING 101:

With more and more people looking to simplify life, that often means reducing their living space. Whether it’s for the joy of “locking and leaving,” living better with less, or successfully managing more than one residence, reducing square footage can create some challenges. We asked designer Anne Rue for her tips on making it all work beautifully.

1 | Follow

the advice of the renowned

hutch and table, is a smart move. Open

that is under 2,000 square feet

uber-organizer Marie Kondo and only

floor plans don’t necessarily lend to for-

and created a space that is com-

keep what brings you joy. Sometimes

mal dining rooms and you may want a

fortable and inviting for friends

parting with all the things you have

completely different look to accommo-

and family. When you are down-

accumulated over the years can not

date more informal entertaining.

sizing you don’t have to sacrifice on fur-

only be satisfying but also very freeing.

nishings and comfort as you create each

If you don’t absolutely love it, then pass

space purposefully to suit your lifestyle.

it on to someone who might.

n this project, we took a home

This home has a relaxed, transitional feel with lots of texture and interest. Here is how to achieve your dream.

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2 | Consider the layout and functionality

3 |Decide what color scheme you want for your new home and only bring items that fit that scheme or smaller upholstered items that can be recovered. It

of the new spaces. Getting rid of the

can be exciting to come up with new

large furniture, like a dining room

colors to use. New artwork can be a

DESIGNdilemma jumping off point and if your former home was more traditional, you can opt to go more contemporary or transitional.

4 |Clear out the clutter — tchotchkes are out — less is more! Box up sentimental items and have a garage sale for the rest. Add only those accessories that make sense and complement the room’s style. Layer in textures to add dimension and give your new home some personal touches.

5 | Create comfortable spaces that are fully useable — every inch counts. Choose furniture that you can easily enjoy with friends and family without worrying about spills, wear and tear. Consider how you will use the home and whether it’s family gatherings or dinners with friends, that there is seating for everyone as well as convenient spots to place a drink or dish. Anne Rue is the principal designer at Anne Rue Interiors, leading the team at her firm with more than 20 years of experience designing luxury residential, multi-family housing and model merchandising projects. Anne appeared on HGTV’s Design Star and the Travel Channel as lead designer for Hotel Impossible.

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EnTERTAINING

2020: Food &Drink Trends by

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Chef Jamie McFadden

YOU MAY OR MAY NOT RECALL, BUT LAST YEAR I WAS TASKED TO PREDICT THE NEAR FUTURE OF DINING AND ENTERTAINING FOR THE UPCOMING NEW YEAR. LOOKING BACK AT MY NOTES I FEEL AS THOUGH THE MAJORITY OF MY “READING INTO THE FUTURE ” THOUGHTS WERE SPOT ON. FAST FORWARD TO 2020 AND I FIND MYSELF REVIEWING A YEAR OF CULINARY EXPERIENCES AND ANALYZING WHAT ENCOUNTERS HAVE MAINSTREAM POTENTIAL. I HAVE BEEN FORTUNATE OVER THE YEARS TO HAVE HAD THE OPPORTUNITY TO DO A BIT OF TRAVELING AND INDULGE IN OTHER CULTURES AND TRENDS OUTSIDE OF AMERICA, AND QUITE OFTEN THOSE CULTURAL INFLUENCES ARE WHAT SPAWN NEW TRENDS IN DINING, DRINKING AND VACATION TRAVEL BACK HERE IN THE UNITED STATES. AFTER ASSEMBLING THE FOLLOWING LIST, I AM ONCE AGAIN ANXIOUS TO SEE IF MY PREDICTIONS COME TO FRUITION. I DO HOPE YOU HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO TASTE, EXPERIENCE OR TRAVEL TO SOME OR ALL THAT’S ON THIS LIST. AND OF COURSE, I HOPE YOU ENTERTAIN DELICIOUSLY IN 2020 AND BEYOND.

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EnTERTAINING Global Wine One may think that growing grapes in Mexico would not be possible due to the extreme temperatures and terroir. However, in Mexico’s El Bajio region, the Spanish have been growing grapes there since the 1550s. Today the region is home to more than 30 wineries and the quality being produced is excellent. Varietals include Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot, Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah. Look for this viticultural area to continue to build momentum and find a presence on wine lists around the world. Pick up a bottle locally and discover for yourself. I recommend Tim’s Wine Market, 1223 N. Orange Ave., Orlando.

Taiwanese Cheese Tea Yes, it’s a thing! About 10 years ago, market hawkers in Taipei began scooping

Bandol, France Our lives continue to become more and more hectic due to our inherit need to be the best we can be, family and work stress, and those darn devises that seem to occupy every living moment of our day. I believe in the next few years folks are going to step back and strongly embrace, more than ever, the idea of finding spots around the globe to vacation that are not exactly off the grid, but less populated with a slower pace. My solution is tiny towns. Allow me to introduce you to Bandol, France. Tucked away off the beaten path of the Cote D Azur, Bandol, located approximately 110 miles west of Nice, is a vacation dream. It’s a charming waterfront community with a very large marina, delightful shops, restaurants, a daily farmers market, an active group of Boules enthusiasts, and very few English-speaking residents. Immerse yourself in a town that allows you the opportunity to live as a local. Rent a small apartment with a suitable kitchen for a week and enjoy morning and evening strolls around town or on the beach. Purchase fresh seafood, vegetables and cheeses daily in the open-air market and prepare simple lunches or dinners at your villa. On a perfect weather day — there are many — pack a picnic lunch and rent a scooter or bicycle and venture only a mile or so to a large array of winery tasting rooms and experience firsthand the reason this area of the world is so delicious. And don’t forget the marina. Charter a boat for an afternoon and indulge in the Mediterranean coast from the sea. Jump into the cool water and refresh your soul in some of the cleanest and clearest water in the world. Plenty of sunshine, cool breezes, stunning sunsets, the Mediterranean offers so much. And discovering a non-touristy destination in these parts is a huge, relaxing win.

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cream cheese foam or cheese powder on top of iced tea, which created something of a salty cheesecake-cappuccino hybrid. The sweet, savory mashup was an instant crowd pleaser. Now look for Bubble Tea to become a global cocktail trend in 2020. Recipes for this unique beverage are already combining flavors of rum, gin, whiskey, green tea syrup and banana liquor. Check out a virgin version locally at Royal Tea, 714 Mills Ave., Orlando.

EnTERTAINING RECIPES THAT WILL AWAKEN YOUR PALATES IN 2020:

Miso Butter Soybean paste blended with sweet butter is the new homemade condiment you need to keep stocked in your refrigerator. Smear it on a perfectly grilled ribeye steak, melt a tablespoon over steamed broccoli or green beans, and use it in a white wine sauce for pan-seared salmon and bok choy — divine! It’s a few simple ingredients with an array of possibilities. 8 ounces unsalted butter 4 tablespoons miso 1 teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon sweet soy sauce Cream together the above ingredients with a fork until well incorporated. Use immediately or roll into a log in plastic wrap and refrigerate or freeze for cutting into slices later.

Peanut Pepper Salsa SERVES 2 – 4 PASILLA CHILES

Are you looking to jazz up your brown rice? How about adding a little heat to your Sunday morning omelet? This salsa will get its wings in 2020 and be popping up in a variety of food preparations. My favorite way to enjoy is warm baked goat cheese with a pool of this salsa in the center. 1 1/4 cups grapeseed oil 6 garlic cloves, peeled 1 cup salted peanuts

ANCHO CHILES

4 dried pasilla chiles, seeds removed 4 dried ancho chiles, seeds removed 10 dried chiles de árbol Kosher salt 1 lime cut in half 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped

CHILES de ÁRBOL

Cook oil and garlic in a large saucepan or cast-iron skillet over medium heat until garlic is golden brown, approximately 6–8 minutes. Remove garlic with a slotted spoon; save for another use or discard. Add peanuts to oil and simmer until golden brown (about 2 minutes), then transfer to a small baking sheet with spoon. Cook pasilla chiles in oil just until slightly puffed and darkened, 30–60 seconds. Transfer to baking sheet with peanuts. Repeat with ancho chiles, then chiles de árbol. Let oil cool slightly. Transfer peanuts and chiles to a food processor and pulse until coarsely chopped. With the motor running, stream in warm oil and purée until peanuts and chilies are finely chopped, about 1 minute. Season salsa with salt and fresh squeezed lime juice. Allow mixture to cool, stir in cilantro and store in refrigerator, covered, up to three days.

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EnTERTAINING Classic Italian Bolognese I’m hoping and predicting that 2020 will be the year that cooks of all ages will slow down in the kitchen and once again embrace the most important cooking technique of all… patience. This classic recipe takes time to achieve maximum richness — up to 3 hours. So, pull out a delicious bottle of Barolo, and sit back and savor the aromas that will be oozing out of your kitchen as this classic takes on a life of its own. SERVES 4 – 6 1 medium sweet onion, chopped 1 celery stalk, chopped 1 small carrot, peeled and chopped 1 cup leeks, chopped 1 cup olive oil 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1 pound ground beef chuck 1 pound ground veal 1 pound ground Italian sausage Kosher salt and pepper 6 ounces thinly sliced pancetta, finely chopped 1 cup red wine 1 cup tomato paste 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 3 bay leaves 2 tablespoons thyme, chopped 1 teaspoon nutmeg 2 cups chicken broth 2 cups beef broth 1 cup heavy whipping cream 1 pound fresh tagliatelle or pappardelle, or dry rigatoni 2 ounces finely grated Parmesan (about 1/2 cup), plus more for serving In a heavy saucepan or ideally in a Le Creuset over medium heat, place olive oil in pot and allow to warm. Next, add in the onion, celery, carrots and leeks. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until vegetables are soft. Next, add in the ground beef, veal and sausage and continue to cook until all the meat is browned. At this point, remove the pot from the heat and strain the meat mixture through a strainer or chinoise to separate the oil/fat from the mixture. Place meat mixture back into Le Creuset and return to medium heat. Next add in pancetta, garlic, tomato paste, red wine, Worcestershire sauce, bay leaves, thyme, chicken broth, beef broth and nutmeg. Reduce heat to medium low and simmer up to three hours, stirring occasionally. Separately in a large pot, begin cooking your favorite pasta. Prior to pasta being ready to serve, add in the heavy cream to the meat mixture and taste the sauce, adjusting flavor with salt and pepper. Spoon over your prepared pasta and garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and enjoy!

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Hearty Winter Salad It definitely does not take a chef wizard to predict that delicious salads are and will continue to be a mainstay in our kitchens and in restaurants around the globe. I do predict, however, that you will see an increase in the utilization of roasted squashes and other vegetables as ingredients in unique salad presentations. Slow roasting butternut or acorn squash, for example, and adding this rich yet sweet flavor to hearty kale greens and the like is simply delicious. If you have not yet experienced this for yourself, the following recipe will make you a believer. SERVES 4 â€“ 6 1 large butternut squash peeled, seeds removed and cut into small cubes 2 cups canned chickpeas, strained 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided Kosher salt and black pepper 1 small head of radicchio, sliced thin 10 ounces baby kale 2 fresh pears, thinly sliced 1/2 cup pecan or cashew halves 4 ounces feta or Bleu cheese 2 lemons 1 small garlic clove, minced 1/3 cup tahini 1 tablespoon honey Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Drizzle butternut squash with olive oil, salt and pepper. Place in oven and roast 25 minutes. Remove from oven and allow to cool to room temp. In a medium-sized bowl, combine the radicchio, baby kale, chickpeas, sliced pear, nuts and cheese. Separately squeeze the fresh lemon into a bowl and whisk in the garlic, tahini and honey; mix until well incorporated and season to taste with salt and pepper. Add this dressing to the salad mixture and toss well. Note: This step is very important. Serving the dressing on the side will not provide the same desired result. Serve salad immediately and enjoy!

Jamie McFadden, Cuisiniers founder and executive chef, credits his culinary education and travels throughout Europe and the United States for enabling him to build his successful business in Central Florida based on a fresh-approach cooking style. After graduating from Baltimoreâ€™s International Culinary College and the La Varenne Cooking School in Burgundy, France, Jamie worked abroad under Master Chef Petter Timmins at the Park Hotel in County Cavan, Ireland. His latest venture is Cuisiniers Celebrations, a special event space at the East End Market. He is the co-founder of The PEAS Foundation, which provides food-insecure households with fresh fruits and vegetables.

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iN THE kITCHEN

BOSCH’S LATEST REFRIGERATOR and DISHWASHER DESIGNS WITH MORE CLEAN, MODERN LINES IN KITCHENS, the refrigerator has to have a pleasing design as well as high functionality. Bosch has introduced an evolved refrigerator with a new freshness system and innovative features designed to keep food fresher, longer. The FarmFresh System — with four innovative freshness technologies designed to work together — incorporated the VitaFreshPro that automatically balances both temperature and humidity levels based on the food setting; the FreshProtect filter absorbs naturally occurring ethylene to slow ripening in produce sensitive to these gases; and the

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the freezer. For seamless design the refrig-

utensils. For more versatility, it also fea-

erator sits flush with the countertop, with

tures a removable insert that holds up to

hidden hinges and discreet, tucked away

18 pieces of flatware.

feet giving it a built-in feel. Known as the quietest dishwashers on the market, the new Bosch models have features that go beyond just clean. CrystalDry is the ultimate dry for everything including plastics. The patented technology in select new Bosch dishwashers transforms moisture into heat up to 176ËšF to get dishes 60% drier, so you can put your plastic dishes immediately into the cupboard when the dishwasher is finished. AirFresh filter absorbs even the toughest food odors.

The AutoAir option on select models opens the door at the end of the drying

For drinking, the UltraClarityPro water

cycle, letting moisture escape and fresh

filter removes more than 99.9% of sedi-

air circulate for drier dishes. And the

ments. and the filtered ice maker produces

MyWay third rack easily fits those hard-

beautiful, pyramid-shaped ice right from

to-place items like cereal bowls and large

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ROOM by ROOM

Area designers share details about some of their favorite rooms.

L I V IN G R O OM This cozy little room exists in an otherwise more formal and traditional Winter Park residence. It has many uses: for reading, watching television, and for relaxed conversation. Here, we married layers of texture in a quiet color palette using a Turkish-inspired woven fabric for the sectional, small basket weave-woven fabric for the upholstered ottoman, and delicately detailed oriental rug.Â The clientâ€™s antiques that were used are offset by the contemporary artwork commissioned from the Winter Park Art Festival. It is quiet, cozy and inviting.

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K ITC H E N This dramatic kitchen features a mix of traditional and modern elements. The client is a bachelor who wanted a color palette of black, gray and white with accents of red. The striking countertops and backsplash are a Black Storm granite, while the rest of the backsplash behind the cabinetry is a polished marble mosaic blend of Bardiglio, Bianco Carrara and Thassos.

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MAST E R BE D R O OM Bold, lavish, avant garde â€” this moody and relaxing master suite was designed as a stylish oasis high above energetic downtown Orlando. Using a bold palette of tone-on-tone saturated blues, the space makes a statement that stands up to the striking 12th-floor view. Luxurious touches like silk dupioni wall coverings and a plush velvet bed are highlighted by practical details such as room-darkening window treatments and customized interior lighting.

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MA ST E R BAT H R O OM A master bathroom retreat basks in a soft pink hue. A mix of textures and finishes creates a timeless look. The brass fixtures add to the warmth of the space, while the wood-framed mirrors and white cabinetry anchor the perimeter. The modern chandelier over the soaking tub is the perfect final touch.

KBF DESIGN GALLERY

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KITCHEN While this kitchen had been newly renovated, half of it was damaged by a roof water leak. The client came to S&W to fix the damage and correct some poor craftsmanship by the previous designer and contractor. We maintained the modern farmhouse look he wanted by adding Betonwood white matte large-format wood plank tiles as the backsplash, instead of flammable shiplap. We reused the clientâ€™s existing open shelving and countertops and replaced the cabinetry that had been damaged. Aside from the kitchen, we also removed the shiplap off the fireplace surround and replaced it with the same tile we used in the kitchen backsplash to create cohesion in this open floorplan.

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G R E AT R O OM High ceilings donâ€™t have to mean disproportionate or cold spaces. This warm, friendly space with crisp white walls and blue accents functions well for the family. Two walls of glass allow plenty of light. An ample wine room is hidden behind clever mirrored doors.

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L I V IN G R O OM Wolfe-Rizor Interiors mixed soft contemporary furnishings with rustic, architectural features to create this relaxing family room in a Winter Park townhouse. Plush yet resilient fabrics, abstract art, and contemporary lighting against the textural tongue-and-groove beamed ceilings give the room interest as well as providing the perfect living space. Within walking distance from Park Avenue, itâ€™s the perfect place to retreat after a day of shopping and socializing.

WOLFE-RIZOR INTERIORS Photo by Leah Marie Photography

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A VERY

Personal PROJECT

Local designer Jose J. Cabrera has more than a few projects on his plate. There is an extensive project in Detroit scheduled for installation in January. “It’s an old Tudor mansion that a client of mine — I have done homes for him in Bay Hill and Isleworth — bought that was completely dilapidated,” Jose says of the gut renovation that needed a lot of modernization as well. There are other ongoing renovations, remodels and design plans in the works, including a home on Lake Adair and a townhouse near Lake Eola that is in a converted church building.

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In the living room (shown on these pages and the front cover) Jose’s collected art and accessories are enhanced by the neutral furnishings. The antique campaign chest — one of Jose’s favorite pieces — is paired with a cerused oak ebony Klismos chair. There are a series of obelisks and crystal balls on top. The rug from Carpet Source in an award-winning design is layered over the new wood floors with a gray-violet haze from The Flooring Center.

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ut the project that piqued our interest is one very personal space recently completed for the designer himself. It’s al-

ways interesting to see how designers interpret aesthetics for themselves. This one — no surprise — is full of interesting finds, keenly-collected art, sculptural accessories and even a favorite antique. The overall style follows his mantra of a well-collected environment. “I call it ‘the art of the mix.’ It’s all in how you mix good things together. Good design doesn’t have to be super expensive. I learned about layering homes by watching how my mother dressed,” he explains. It took about a year for the whole design concept to come to life. “I worked with an architect to get the initial plan done. It was based on a house in Germany I had seen an image of. When I saw it [this house] I thought it had really good bones beyond the mid-century mode. But I think you can mix that style with others successfully,” he adds. During the renovation, the 2,500-squarefoot home saw the addition of a garage, laundry room and another bathroom in the back, as well as a new HVAC system, LED lighting plan, roof, flooring and

The office features cherished books Jose has collected. “Design and fashion books and magazines help my own aesthetic — inspire me,” he says. They are displayed in the wood mid-century bookshelves. There is not a dining room in the house so the oversized desk is actually a burl wood dining table from an Italian designer that can be used with the addition of extra chairs. The inexpensive paper chandelier is from IKEA and the chairs are from CB2. 74

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remodeled baths — the master bedroom’s former small closet even became the new master shower. “It was a labor of love. As a designer, when we do our own homes, we are very selective because we see so much that’s out there. And you want to bring the best of what you’ve experienced through the years into your own personal space. I think people are curious about what designers’ homes look like — whether they live like their clients or not,” he says. But he definitely designed it for himself, without worrying about resale value. In fact, he turned one of the bedrooms into a dressing area and closet. Another bedroom is an office and then

Down the hallway gallery, with a sculpture and David Bowie photograph at the end, hang prints Jose received as a member of Flying Horse Editions. The family/media room is a place for comfortably relaxing. The accessories carry through the entire design and can be moved around, even from room to room. Jose collects a lot of vases — sometimes turning them into lamps. The lounge-worthy sofas are meant to be enjoyed.

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there is the master. This is very evident in the smaller, minimalistic kitchen as Jose admits he doesn’t really cook. And a large factor in the overall design was creating enough walls to display his large art collection. “It’s a very livable, comfortable house. It’s not too big. I think sometimes people get houses too large and they don’t use all the space. I designed this totally for me — a single man with a dog. The rooms you use most should be the largest,” he adds. Jose kept filing away things he liked in a folder — which he also recommends for his clients to start the design dialog. Although this time, it was to start the conversation with himself. “I wanted to see if I liked something three or six months later. When the specifications were done, I started working on the furnishings and draperies. My binder was larger than that of some of my biggest projects,” he explains. In addition to the ideas he was saving, he has also been picking up accessories throughout the years. “If I found something interesting, I would buy it and put it away, knowing it would eventually go into this house,” he says. The stunning master bath features Breccia Violetta marble in 12" x 16" tiles. “I had used it on a project in the Sanctuary and I fell in love with it. It’s from Italy and has violet veining that kind of explodes into navy veining. It’s almost like a hotel

Although the kitchen is compact, it is well appointed with a hidden-panel refrigerator and just enough appliances to do the job. Jose does not need much as he does not really cook. The Breccia Violetta marble slab is from Trinity Surfaces. The master bath is bathed in Breccia Violetta marble in 12" x 16" tiles, also sourced from Trinity Surfaces, that will last a lifetime and still look stylish.

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bathroom. It looks really good with the floors and transitioned well with the rest of the house. Unlike wall coverings or paint, this will hold up and last forever,” he says. The same material in a slab was used in the kitchen, and the cabinets throughout the house are the same material — with varied hardware — for cohesiveness. “I love all the rooms and spaces. When I walk into each one, I sometimes have to pinch myself. It’s nice to have things that I have wanted for years. I feel like it’s edited properly,” Jose concludes. “I love it. It’s nice to come home.”

Most of the furniture in the house is new. An exception is the canopy campaign bed from Anthropologie in the master bedroom. Nightstands from Bernhardt have inlaid horn, creating the deco pattern. The room is mostly symmetrical, punctuated by the Tom Dixon lights in cobalt blue on the right that happily remind Jose of Christmas ornaments. There is a special blue color used in the closet. Jose did not want white or gray. Leather pulls add texture while the large mirror ensures a full-length view. As the most important room of the house — he did not even put a door on it. “When I wake up in the morning it makes me happy,” he says.

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sPANISH sTUNNER

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THIS MEDITERRANEAN BEAUTY HAD LOST SOME OF ITS LUSTER BUT SEEMED A PERFECT FIT FOR A YOUNG FAMILY â€” IT JUST NEEDED SOME APPROPRIATE UPDATING TO TURN IT INTO A SPANISH STUNNER.

Interior Design:

JOHN MCCLAIN DESIGN Photography:

NATIVE HOUSE PHOTOGRAPHY

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he young family decided to sell their very large and modern new build in Winter Park. While their house was grand and beautiful, they only used a small portion of the rooms and it felt ‘unhomey.’ As both clients worked from home and had two very young children, they wanted a

home that better reflected their love of color, texture and all things cozy. This Spanish-style, nearly 3,000-square-foot home built in the late 1980s has 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. The design bones were decent but dated, and the flow didn’t necessarily work,” says designer John McClain. The majority of the renovation was reserved for the kitchen as the footprint of the existing kitchen was very small and closed off. While structural components made it impossible to completely open the space, the wall dividing the kitchen from the dining room was pulled back to provide open sight lines to the front door and living area. Two large peninsulas were created to offer ample workspace and places for the children to eat, color, or converse with their parents while they cooked dinner. A Spanish print porcelain tile was applied to all walls for easy maintenance and color. Custom cabinets with a durable painted finish were made special with a geometric star applique. Storage was made especially functional for the family by replacing the majority of upper cabinets with deep, soft-close drawers. When the little ones want a snack or cup of water, they are able to access those areas independently. The same can be said for the counter-height stools which are adjustable for growing children. Several items from the old kitchen were repurposed including the refrigerator, dishwasher and apron sink. The new girl in town is the lovely GE Monogram range in matte white, brushed brass and stainless steel finishes. The repurposing of existing items did not stop in the kitchen. “Almost all furnishings, accessories and art were already owned by the couple. It was our job as designers to edit, add and assign. New indoor/outdoor rugs were brought in for color, warmth and function. Existing built-ins on either side of the fireplace were simplified, painted and antiqued. Open shelves are opportune

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for displaying cherished books and accessories, while closed storage hides toys, media components and necessities. The bar

IN THE GLAMOROUS AND COMFORTABLE LIVING AREA,

may be our favorite ‘room’ in the house. An unused cupboard

WALL AND CABINET PAINT — SHERWIN-WILLIAMS

received a remnant piece of the kitchen countertop quartz, some

SW7008 ALABASTER AND SHERWIN-WILLIAMS

sparkly Art Deco wall covering and a simple cut mirror and

SW 6991 BLACK MAGIC — KEEP THINGS COZY.

glass shelves. All added up to instant glamour and fun,” John

THE JAIPUR RUG, WALKER ZANGER TILE AND JOHN MCCLAIN HOME WING CHAIRS ADD DEPTH. THE DRAPERY TRIM IS FROM SAMUEL AND SONS.

adds. The fireplace surround, which previously had a massive stone mantle and pillars, was distilled to its essence. It now sports a recessed television niche and hand-pressed ceramic tiles that

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complement and connect the family room to the adjacent kitchen.

IN THE RENOVATED KITCHEN THE CABINETRY IS

Faux beams were added to create a coffered effect, which draws

PAINTED IN SHERWIN-WILLIAMS SW7048 URBANE

the viewer in. The unifying elements throughout the main level are floor-to-ceiling custom drapes with contrasting trim. “Window treatments are so often overlooked as an important

BRONZE. IT ALSO FEATURES TILE FROM TILE BAR, A GE MONOGRAM RANGE, CAESARSTONE COUNTERTOPS AND AMEROCK HARDWARE.

design element. Deep emerald green velvet drapes keep the heat

THE LIGHTING IS FROM VISUAL COMFORT AND

of the day out and create a womb-like effect at night. The clients

STOOLS ARE FROM ARTERIORS.

tell us this is their favorite place to spend an evening, feeling warm, cozy and completely at home,” John explains. One more moment of wow can be found in the small powder bath. “The existing fixtures remained so we amped up the awesome with a beveled mirror tile and peacock blue grass cloth

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THE DRAMATIC POWDER BATH — THE PERFECT SPACE TO ADD SOME DRAMA — IS A STANDOUT WITH A MIRRORED WALL FROM TILE BAR, ARTE WALL COVERING IN A PEACOCK MOTIF, AND VISUAL COMFORT LIGHTING.

wall covering — perfect for a Winter Park home. The tile reflects light and your visage, while the peacock paper adds drama and depth,” John continues. John shared there were multiple lessons learned from this project:

• You do not have to start from scratch to achieve good design. Keep what you love, remove what you don’t, and add what you need.

• Functional does not equal frumpy. Almost every surface in this home is kid-proof, pet-approved and easily maintained with simple soap and water.

• The family is what makes the house a home. This lovely family now has a home that reflects the kind, warm, fun people that they are. All in all, the home reflects exactly what the owners and designers set out to achieve and serves the family in a fully functional and beautiful style.

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Dramatic Details Interior Design: AUDREY MORRONE, MORRONE INTERIORS

Photography: ROBERTO GONZALEZ

A refresh of this Mediterranean-style home in the heart of Winter Park meant updating floors and ceilings; new paint, furnishings and fixtures; and adding some drama with subdued colors and bold, sculptural lighting to create an elegant yet cozy living space.

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The formal living area is punctuated by an Oly Studio lighting fixture that makes the room â€œsparkle.â€? Custom drapery panels add pattern and texture, while the furnishings and accessories utilize tone-on-tone creams and soft whites to create an elegant space.

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The dining room features a pop of color on the ceiling and existing medallion that leads the eye to a stunning Oly Studio chandelier. For further ambience, the buffet is backlit with dimmable LED lighting. The breakfast nook is highlighted by another conversation-worthy lighting fixture and a niche with a denim blue faux technique, done by Audrey's faux artist.

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t was very 2007 Mediterranean with golds and reds. We made it more transitional Mediterranean,” explains designer Audrey Morrone, Morrone Interiors. “It’s the same bones and layout. It just got a facelift.”

This included repainting the entire interior — walls, cabinetry in the kitchen and but-

ler’s pantry, entertainment center in the family room, and even the ceilings. “On the ceilings, there were these faux beams that made everything dark and made the ceilings really low, so we demoed those and added the coffered ceiling in the kitchen,” Audrey says. She updated the wood floors throughout as well, which were previously a Brazilian cherry. An Oly Studio chandelier dazzles in the formal living room. “They [Oly Studio] have amazing lighting. Everything is handcrafted and it takes about 16 weeks to get them, but we wanted to go really powerful with the lighting,” Audrey explains. Instead of having a

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pop of color, Audrey played with tone-on-tone creams and soft whites. There’s a subtle pattern in the window treatments — which are a custom fabric and custom created by a local Winter Park company. “The client actually found the medallion hanging over the fireplace at Home Goods,” she adds. Audrey incorporated it to complement the medallion inlay on the ceiling in the dining room. Another Oly Studio chandelier brings the drama in the dining room. “We wanted the centerpiece to be a wow factor, so we went with that chandelier. We kept the client’s original din-

Laid out to take advantage of the outdoor views, the family room is anchored by a Bernhardt sectional. The white/cream tones continue with the furnishings and draperies with pops of blue in the accessories. Audrey kept the original ceilings to maintain a warm, cozy feel.

ing table and had the chairs reupholstered. The buffet is backlit with dimmable LED lighting for ambience,” Audrey says. The medallion detail and ceiling were updated with paint. The kitchen received a remarkable makeover with painted cabinetry and new Caesarstone countertops. The seafoam color on the kitchen island was also used in the adjoining WINTER 2020

In the kitchen, cabinetry was updated with a fresh coat of paint, dark countertops were replaced with white Caeserstone, and a coffered ceiling and recessed lighting was added to further brighten the space. Audrey kept the original backsplash, which inspired the pops of color throughout the other rooms.

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butler’s pantry to bring some color into the space. “The client was in London last Christmas when she found that color. It was a specialty color made for a kitchen company in the UK. They would not share with us the color, but we got with the paint manufacturer, which is

A butler’s pantry was refreshed with a custom seafoam green color from Farrow & Ball that is also on the kitchen island. Dimmable LED lighting under the cabinetry adds drama.

Farrow & Ball, and combined two of their colors to get this color,” Audrey explains. She loved the existing backsplash, so Audrey worked around some challenges in order to keep it. The blues on the ceiling in the dining room and in the breakfast nook tie directly to the backsplash in the kitchen. “We also tied it into the art in the family room as well as some of the accessories in there,” she adds. Showcased in the family room is a large sectional by Bernhardt. The homeowners are outdoorsy and wanted to be able to view the exterior from the family room. The entertainment center was lightened with paint, and soft textures, including the rug and window treatments. “We wanted to keep Spanish-Mediterranean elements, so I felt the wood ceiling in the family room still worked,” Audrey adds. Audrey kept the overall color scheme and textures subtle, while bold lighting fixtures and paint details create drama and elegance in this well-blended Mediterranean-transitional home. WINTER 2020

tranquil TRANSITIONAL Builder:

Farina & Sons, Inc. Interior design:

Grant Gribble, Gribble Interior Group Architect:

Mark Nasrallah, Nasrallah Architectural

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Cuccuiaioni Photography Builder Victor Farina and designer Grant Gribble collaborated with almostempty nesters who love clean lines, pops of color and travel — especially fishing vacations — to create a cohesive, contemporary new build in the established Rose Isle neighborhood in Orlando, just south of Winter Park near Loch Haven Park.

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In the main living spaces, the color palette was kept very neutral so the homeownersâ€™ art collection could be displayed gallery style. A baby grand piano in the corner is accentuated by a colorful art piece and crystal chandelier.

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Grant brought in pops of blue through the patterned fabrics, which add texture and warmth to the living area.

he 4,000-square-foot home features four bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms with a centrally located great room, kitchen and dining room. An outdoor living space with a pool, fireplace and summer kitchen is accessible from the great room and kitchen.

“The clients were very involved in the entire design concept and it reflects their life-

style and taste perfectly,” explains Victor Farina, Farina & Sons, Inc. “In respect to the Rose Isle neighborhood, we sought to complement the existing surrounding architecture with a transitional design motif.” For the interiors, the palette was kept neutral to really showcase the homeowners’ art collection, most of which has been collected during their travels. Designer Grant Gribble, Gribble Interior Group, brought in interesting hues in the fabrics and accessories. “Blue is the accent color used throughout which unifies all of the spaces,” he says. In the kitchen, Victor incorporated granite countertops, custom wood cabinetry and state-of-the-art stainless-steel appliances. Again, the only color standing out is in the fabric on the barstools as well as some of the homeowner’s art pieces on the walls and in the upper display cabinets. Art is also the focus in the dining room with the baroque upholstered chairs, sculptural chandelier and bright painting. “The lighting fixture is definitely a work of art in a Chihuly-like styling. Also, of note is the ceiling which is covered in a silver leaf ‘tea’ paper wall covering,” Grant adds.

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The master bedroom is an eclectic mixture of fabrics and furnishings, a fun reflection of the clients. “The master is a bit retro. The fabrics are very textural — woven and embroidered with metallic fibers incorporated. And the classic Barcelona chair and ottoman by Mies Van Der Rohe are special pieces,” Grant explains.

The dining room features a glass chandelier and a silver leaf “tea” paper wall covering on the ceiling.

The kitchen features custom white wood cabinetry and granite countertops. The only color is in the fabric in the barstools and the art pieces in the upper display cabinets.

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While mostly tone on tone, the large and luxurious master bathroom incorporates lots of textures for a warm, inviting space. Special details include a textured tile on the back wall behind the floating cabinetry, stone tile in the shower, and modern white sinks and freestanding tub.

The master bedroom has a retro vibe with more textural fabrics in shades of blue â€” woven and embroidered with metallic fibers â€” and a classic Barcelona chair and ottoman by Mies Van Der Rohe.

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As the focal point of the home, the outdoor living spaces include a summer kitchen (accessible from the indoor kitchen) gas fireplace, pool, hot tub, fire bowls, and automatic screens to enclose the porch. The homeowner is an avid fisherman who loves to bring home his catch, so he had the most input here.

The large and luxurious master bath features a textured tile behind the floating wood cabinetry, and the wood-look tile floors, stone tile in the shower and animal hide rug add warmth to the modern space. “I always say, if there is a doorknob or toilet paper holder, I have picked it out. I helped the client with the cabinetry design, plumbing fixtures, etc.,” Grant says of some of the details in the room. However, the focal point of the home is the outdoor living spaces. “The client is a fisherman who enjoys deep sea fishing and bringing home his catch. The outdoor kitchen is accessible from the main kitchen. And the space is perfect for entertaining with a gas fireplace, pool, hot tub, fire bowls, and automatic screens to enclose the porch if desired,” Victor says. Overall, the project went smoothly and took about a year to complete. Hidden home features for energy efficiency and comfort included foam insulation, low E windows, high-efficiency zoned A/C, tankless water heaters, LED lighting, and a low-voltage lighting control system. “The design/build team along with clients who were highly involved in the process created a magnificent home complete with many special details,” Victor says.

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catch it while you can You can still take in two shows at Snap! Downtown (420 E. Church St.) through January 18. CITY UNSEEN 2.0: The [AR]t Experience Continues is the innovative ongoing Augmented Reality art project, with virtual public art installations and in-gallery experiences. The 2019 Florida Showcase and community exhibition, featuring Florida photographers and artists, includes the works of Crummy Gummy, Ericka Sobrack, Theresa Lucey and Zane Grant, along with a selected showcase of 40 Florida artists. For more information visit snaporlando.com.

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