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Contents JAN UARY/ FEB RUARY 2019

47 Home

Style

47 ORGANIC ELEGANCE

15 FINDS

12 WELCOME 72 END NOTES

18 LATEST

On The Cover

A Fayetteville couple enlists the help of Dallas designer Vicki Crew to create a home addition from their underused patio.

52 BOLD COLLAB

Designers Andrea Brooks and Ashely Cardiel team up to transform Brooks’s new residence.

62 DREAM BIG

Kimberly Harper of Harper Howey Interiors helps make a couple’s dream of building a home with woodland views a reality.

All that Glitters Events, Openings & Launches

21 DESIGN

In Living Coral

27 REFRESH

Kitchen Reimagined

Life 33 GARDEN

Know Before You Grow

40 ENTERTAINING

Perfect Pairs

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In Every Issue

The study in Michelle Trumbo and Joe Whiteside’s Fayetteville home. Design

by Kimberly Harper, Harper Howey Interiors. Photography by Rett Peek.

See page 62.

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W E L C O M E

PHOTOGRAPHY: RETT PEEK

go for it!

The Design Issue is one of my annual favorites for one simple reason: It showcases projects where designers and homeowners weren’t afraid to take risks. While on set for the shoot at Andrea Brooks’s house in Fayetteville, I found myself standing in the master bedroom, turning from one surface to the next, everywhere I looked finding a different layer of pattern or detail I hadn’t noticed.

Designer Ashley Cardiel, who worked with Andrea on the project, leaned her head in the room and said, “We really went for it in here!” I couldn’t help but laugh, because that seemed like such an understatement.

Examples of “really going for it” abound in this issue. For example, the staircase in the study of Michelle Trumbo and Joe Whiteside’s house (page 62) wasn’t in the initial house plan, but its addition makes the room that much more striking (fit for the cover of a magazine, in fact!). The color-filled solarium in an addition designed by Vicki Crew Interiors (page 47) was equally impressive. It’s hard to imagine the room would feel as extraordinary without any one detail, especially that mural-paneled ceiling.

While in-your-face color, texture, and scale aren’t for everyone, this issue is a reminder to push yourself, creatively or otherwise. Whatever it is you hope to achieve in 2019, I hope you go for it!

Stephanie Maxwell Newton, editor stephanie@athomearkansas.com

PS — We’re excited to introduce a few new sections with this issue. Because before-and-after stories are so popular, we’re incorporating these more often in a section called Refresh (page 27). We’re also switching up End Notes (page 72) by offering inspiration for ways to unwind every month. Enjoy!

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T H E L AT E S T I N

DÉCOR & DESIGN

WARM METALLICS

All That Glitters Warm up with funky finds in classic finishes like gold, copper, bronze, and brass. Turn the page for more inspiration and sources.

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PREVIOUS PAGE Vintage candlestick holders.

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Copper wristlet and disc earrings. Box Turtle, Little Rock, shopboxturtle.com Copper-plated stainless steel martini glasses. Haus Werk, Little Rock, shophauswerk.com

1 Eight-light chandelier with antique gold finish. Light Innovations, Little Rock, light-innovations.com

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2 “Everly” necklace with orange quartz drop on gold-plated chain. Bella Vita Jewelry, Little Rock, bellavitajewelry.net 3 & 4 Ligne Roset “Good Morning” pedestal table in Copper and Tom Dixon wingback chair with copper leg. Core iD, Little Rock, coreidhome.com

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5 Ceramic-dipped stainless steel serving utensils.

Southern Life, Little Rock, shopsouthernlife.com 6 & 7 Linear bar cart with mirrored shelves and The Finer Things: Timeless Furniture, Textiles, and Details

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L AT E S T

ARRIVALS, OPENINGS & LAUNCHES NEWS FROM AROUND THE NATURAL STATE

HOME SHOW REVISITS NORTH LITTLE ROCK

SAVE THE DATE

THE HOME BUILDERS ASSOCIATION OF GREATER LITTLE ROCK hosts its 67th annual

ARKANSAS FLOWER AND GARDEN SHOW

Home Show on February 23–24 at Simmons Arena (previously Verizon Arena) in North Little Rock. The event is an opportunity to visit hundreds of vendors, interact with professionals, and learn about products that could improve your building or remodeling experience. The Home Show is open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. February 23 and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

February 24. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for seniors and members of the military, and free for children 12 and under. Visit hbaglr.com for more information.

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NORTHWEST ARKANSAS HOME SHOW

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A D V E R T I S E M E N T

OUTDOOR DESIGN

Plan Now, Enjoy Later Though it might not feel like poolside weather right now, this is the best time to be thinking about your outdoor living spaces. Make a plan to bring the same kind of thoughtful design from inside your home to the living spaces outside your home so you’ll be ready to enjoy it when warmer days arrive.

A few of the requests for additions I get this time of year are outdoor kitchens, fireplaces, pools, paver walkways, patios, and porches.

Since these spaces encourage more time spent outdoors, they add life to any space! After you decide what amenities you want to add to punch up the style and functionality of your yard, it’s time to think about landscaping. Do you crave lots of color? Or lush, leafy greenery? Either way, you’ll want to start planning now to get the most out of your space. Ready to get started? Our team would love to help!

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D E S I G N

IN LIVING CORAL HOT HUE

PANTONE’S 2019 COLOR OF THE YEAR, “LIVING CORAL,” IS A CHEERFUL, ENERGIZING ADDITION TO ANY ROOM OF THE HOME P R O D U C E R : T I F FA N Y A D A M S PH OTO G R A PH Y: R E T T PEEK & CO U RTESY O F VEN D O RS

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D E S I G N

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Pick a paint match for “Living Coral” and...

Sherwin Williams’s “Coral Reef” (shown in room above)

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Benjamin Moore’s “Tangerine Dream”

pair it with one of these hues in your home.

Benjamin Moore’s “Soft Fern”

Benjamin Moore’s “Smoke”

Benjamin Moore’s “Metropolitan”

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Benjamin Moore’s Color of the Year

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Sherwin Williams’s “Cotton White”

Sherwin Williams’s “Sedate Gray”

Sherwin Williams’s “Black Fox”

1 B. Berger’s Jazz: Rhapsody Collection (pattern 71058-33) in Persimmon for Duralee.

2 Thibaut’s “Cayo” wallpaper in Coral.

3 “Contour” (F7126-07) by Osborne & Little.

4 Osborne & Little’s “Meadow” (F7010-01).

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1 Dark Pink Flower Hoops. Neely Phelan, neelyphelan.com 2 Kobo “Himalayan Red Spruce” candle. Southern Life, shopsouthernlife.com 3 Big Chill “Slim Fridge” in Salmon Pink. Available to the trade.

4 Surya “Edith” wool rug in Coral. Ashley HomeStore, ashleyfurniture.com; Bassett Furniture, bassettfurniture.com 5 Matouk’s “Pezzo” throw in Coral. Cobblestone & Vine, cobblestoneandvine.com 6 “A Touch of Blush and Rosewood Fences” prints by Grace Feyock through Uttermost. Available to the trade or for order from Cantrell Furniture Design Center, cantrellfurniture.com; GW Lighting & Home, gwlightingandhome.com;

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Home, Holidays, and More, facebook.com/HomefortheHolidaysBatesville; Obsessions Interiors, obsessionsinteriors.com; Providence Design, providenceltddesign.com; Sowell’s Furniture, sowellsfurniture.com 7 Currey & Company “Sheng” Red table lamp. Available to the trade or for order from Debi Davis Interior Design, debidavisinteriordesign.com; Donna Hanna Interiors/Christopher Allen Décor, donnahannainteriors.com; GW Lighting and Home, gwlightingandhome.com; Light Innovations, lightinnovations.com; Lighting Emporium, lightingemporium.com; Obsessions Interiors, obsessionsinteriors.com; Phoenix Interiors, phoenixlittlerock.com; Providence Design, providenceltddesign.com; Sanders Plumbing and Lighting Gallery, sanderssupply.net; TEC Electric, tecelectric.com

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R E F R E S H

BEFORE & AFTER

Kitchen Reimagined A DESIRE FOR A LIGHTER PALETTE AND GREATER FUNCTIONALITY SPARKED THIS LITTLE ROCK KITCHEN RENOVATION

Double wall ovens were swapped for a large range with equally large ovens below it.

BEFORE

S T O R Y : T I F FA N Y A D A M S | P H O T O G R A P H Y : R E T T P E E K | S T Y L I N G : L A U R E N C E R R AT O

Designer Meridith Hamilton Ranouil has been working with Cathy and Lee Sing for close to 15 years; however, it was only recently she got the opportunity to transform the heart of the couple’s home, the kitchen. “I had just completed a design for their laundry room but we hadn’t yet started construction,” the designer recalls. The couple talked with Meridith and decided if they were going to tear up the adjoining laundry area, they might as well take the opportunity to redo the kitchen.

One of the main requests was to lighten the palette, which the designer did with a mix of cool and warm tones. “She wanted a white kitchen, but she wanted it to feel warm,” Meridith says. Features such as the pairing of tan Taj Mahal countertops with a lighter backsplash and cool walls with wood floors perfect this blend.

As for functionality, one of the biggest updates came in swapping the existing range, which was located in the island and had a downdraft vent, for a larger, built-in commercial-style range and oven combo (which is set against a far wall) with a hooded vent. This gave Cathy, who loves to cook, more stovetop workspace as well as more prep space on the island.

“When our daughter, Alexandria, comes home from Connecticut, we all enjoy cooking together— and this kitchen has really been a joy to cook in,” Cathy says.

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RINSE AND REPEAT

A touch faucet allows the Sings to turn on the water easily with the brush of an elbow, meaning dirty hands don’t taint the stainless finish. They requested a single-bowl porcelain sink to accommodate large pots and pans.

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COME TOGETHER

Meridith wanted a mix of brass and brushed nickel for the hardware, but couldn’t find exactly what she had in mind. She helped design this meld that blends beautifully with both the cool and warm tones found in the space.

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A mosaic tile was laid on the vertical for a twist on an expected application.

“We wanted to do something a little different than the traditional horizontal,” Meridith says.

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GOT YOU CORNERED

Deep V-shaped drawers fill the corners of the cabinetry near the range and are also found in the curio cabinet on the opposite side of the room. “These allow for easy access to objects and mean there’s no wasted space in the design,” Meridth says.

“Over the years, the Sings and I have built such trust, and I was able to use a lot of different custom and out-of-the box design elements because of this.”

—Meridith Ranouil, designer

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The Sings already owned the dining set seen in the breakfast nook. However, they refreshed the chairs (Cathy painted them herself!) with chalk paint and new upholstery featuring an ‘S’ for the couple’s last name.

Benjamin Moore’s “Green Tint”

Artwork by Hazel Sweeney, which Cathy found at Little Rock’s Cobblestone & Vine years prior, was a guiding point for the room’s light palette.

ON DISPLAY

BEFORE

The back wall of the kitchen previously had a built-in curio cabinet housing Cathy’s china and numerous inherited pieces. Meridith enlarged the storage space here by turning the corner with the design and making use of the entire area. Working with Wood-Mode, she designed custom glassfront doors to lend a slightly contemporary flair to the room.

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HOUSEPLANT GUIDE

Know Before You Grow HERE’S THE 411 ON POPULAR INDOOR PLANT VARIETIES AND MAINTENANCE

“This member of the philodendron family is terribly easy,” David says. “If you put it in a really strong light, the leaves will get much bigger. If you put it in low light, it’s kind of stringy and has smaller leaves.” If several leaves start to yellow at the same time, that might be a sign that your pothos is getting too much light. Pet owners, take note: This plant’s leaves are poisonous if ingested.

Monstera

Aloe Vera

Sun: Filtered or shade Water: Moderate

Sun: Moderate // Water: Light

Like the pothos, Monstera deliciosa is a member of the philodendron family, but it grows much larger and develops distinctive splits in its leaves, which has earned it the nickname “Swiss cheese plant.” “If you put it outside in the summertime, it can get gigantic,” David says, noting that if you don’t have room for a larger plant, it might be best to leave it indoors.

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Sun: Filtered or shade Water: Light

Well-known as a cooling gel that relieves sunburns, the aloe plant also makes a handsome (and easy!) houseplant. Like other succulents, it can withstand longer periods of time between watering. When aloe gets too much light, you’ll know because the leaves will turn a pinkish color in defense. As the parent plant produces “pups,” you can carefully cut away new growths at the roots and replant in their own pots.

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While houseplants are an easy way to bring life to your home décor, they have the reputation for being not-so-easy to keep alive. At least, that’s the myth that David Kirkpatrick from Cabbage Rose Florist in Little Rock says should be dispelled.

“Plants just like a routine,” he explains. “When you overwater, then underwater, then change things around, that’s where houseplants get temperamental. It’s like a child—the more you keep to a schedule, the better they do,” he says. The eight plants listed here are great for first-timers— just remember to set a schedule and stick to it. >>>

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“Plants just like a routine. Keep them in the same light, water them the same amount, and keep them on a schedule.”

—David Kirkpatrick, Cabbage Rose Florist

ZZ Plant

Snake Plant

Sun: Filtered or shade Water: Very light

Sun: Filtered // Water: Very light

On the spectrum of ease of care, the Zamioculcas zamiifolia is about as easy as they come—they are fine with low levels of light (even the fluorescents of an office or bathroom are enough) and do best when watered infrequently. In fact, the worst thing you can do for it is put it in the path of direct sunlight and overwater.

Also known as a “Mother-in-law’s tongue,” the sculptural shape of this plant makes it a desirable addition to your home décor.

Better yet, it’s easy to care for. “These are terribly easy—you can run over it with you car and it will keep growing!” David laughs.

“Let it dry out between waterings; it can go desert dry before watering again.”

Corn plants are one of the best houseplants for naturally removing indoor air toxins.

Fiddle-leaf Fig Sun: Filtered // Water: Moderate These trendy trees are everywhere! If you want to join the club, take note: The Ficus lyrata doesn’t like to be around air sources, like vents or fans, and it won’t take to being moved in and out of doors unless the temperature is the same inside and out. If lower leaves begin to yellow, prune them and watch as new leaves appear at the top of the tree.

Rubber Plant Sun: Filtered // Water: Moderate Also in the ficus family, this is the lowermaintenance cousin of the fiddle-leaf fig.

Start with a smaller plant, and you can watch this one grow into a larger, more mature tree—especially by moving it outdoors in the summer—with proper care and gradual repotting. Just be careful not to put it in full sun, though; Like all the plants listed here, it prefers filtered or indirect sunlight.

Corn Plant Sun: Filtered // Water: Moderate “Dracaena come in many different forms; one popular variety is the corn plant,” David says. The corn plant grows upwards on a tree-like stalk, making it a good choice for a larger, floor-bound pot. These can be pruned every spring or summer by cutting off the stalk. A new cluster of leaves will form where the stalk was cut.

Visit our blog (athomearkansas.com/blog) to find more of David’s tips for keeping your houseplants healthy and happy.

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Classic red and pink roses in simple glass containers fill the table. “I often pair these colors together for this holiday. I think it speaks to both the masculine and feminine side,” Tobi says.

To create a bold impact, she groups only one color of a bloom in each vase and then places the arrangements near one another.

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For the final installment of her yearlong party idea series with At Home in Arkansas, Little Rock designer Tobi Fairley invites us into her dining room for a Valentine’s Day gettogether. Fittingly, the room is adorned in pink while red roses, berries, and wine fill the table, a color combo ideal for the holiday. “I wanted this couples dinner to be a little dramatic yet romantic. When I think of Valentine’s Day, I think roses and diamonds, and more of a luxe occasion,” the designer says. Read on to see how she created a small gathering that seems to invite guests to linger over both food and conversation.

TO YOUR TASTE

Tobi selected four wines—pinot grigio, pinot noir, chardonnay, and cabernet—for tasting.

Each place is set with four glasses for guests to try different pairings of food and wine.

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BEAUTY MEETS BOUNTY

Tobi lined the center of her dining table with fruit, cheese, bread, nuts, pastries, and meats that pair well with or can be dipped in the chocolate fondue. “I wanted this to feel like a bounty of options,” Tobi says. The spread, which invites guests to nibble throughout the evening, is arranged on a chalkboard table runner, making it easy for the hostess to write in the names of cheeses for guests to sample. Tobi and her husband, Carter, keep wine corks from favorite bottles, writing the date or occasion on them as a remembrance. She scattered these around the table as part of the décor.

“There are so many people who like the social aspect of entertaining, but not the formal aspect of pulling together the details. This party is for them. It looks amazing, but it’s deceivingly simple.”

—Tobi Fairley, designer FONDUE OF YOU

“For years, I’ve had a Le Creuset fondue pot, and I’ve been looking for just the right time to use it,” Tobi says.

Knowing chocolate was a natural fit for Valentine’s Day, she placed the fondue pot at one end of the table, thus inviting guests to indulge by dipping a pear, cake, or any other offering into the rich chocolate.

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THE DESIGN ISSUE

STEPPING OUT

A Splendid Addition A Fayetteville couple turns an under-utilized patio into a high-style interior. Turn the page to read the story.

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Organic Elegance

Dressy yet still subdued, the powder room is covered in Schumacher’s “Acanthus Stripe” wallpaper in Blush.

Brass finishes and sconces by Kelly Wearstler add polish.

“Comfort and beauty must go hand-in-hand,” says Dallas-based designer Vicki Crew of Vicki Crew Interiors. That was the approach she took when a Northwest Arkansas couple asked for her guidance in enclosing their existing patio to create an addition to their home. “It was an underused patio, and they wanted to make a more comfortable space between the pool and home,” Vicki says.

Since the area was primarily a blank slate, the possibilities seemed endless. However, in talking with the couple, Vicki developed a clear vision of a grand, colorful solarium to connect the main house to this addition. “The wife is a

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A corner of the living room is devoted to a game table that invites hours-long card games or domino matches. A work by Susie Pryor featuring a bird’s nest harks back to the natural theme of the space.

lady of great style and taste, and we wanted this room, in particular, to reflect that,” Vicki says.

“The colors are fresher, lighter, and the lines are cleaner,” Vicki adds, noting that this area is less formal than the rest of the home. Since the owners are very family oriented, they wanted the addition to accommodate their extended family as well. Case in point, the dining hall, which has the capacity to seat 20.

Working with Richard Drummond Davis Architects, David Harris Construction, and Andi Stephens of Kitchen Distributors, Vicki helped the couple create a space that’s sure to be well used for years to come.

ROOM FOR A CROWD

A DALLAS DESIGNER HELPS A NORTHWEST ARKANSAS COUPLE TURN AN OUTDOOR AREA INTO A COMFORTABLE, GRACIOUS INTERIOR ADDITION WITH A FLAIR FOR ALL THINGS NATURAL

In the dining hall, two American walnut liveedge dining tables pair with pleather-upholstered chairs that wipe clean easily. “These custom William Wesley tables are mirror images of one another and were cut from the same slab,” Vicki notes.

A third table (as shown here) can be added in the center walkway to the pool to accommodate up to 20 guests when needed.

Holly Hunt lanterns line the galley-style space, illuminating the area at night.

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CULINARY CREATION

The brick bar was a part of the home’s outdoor kitchen before the space was enclosed.

Andi Stephens of Fayetteville’s Kitchen Distributors reworked it with pieces suited to the new style, including panelfront appliances and numerous storage drawers with plate pegs and organization features, which do the heavy lifting in a kitchen with no upper cabinets.

Additionally, Andi notes the wine fridge was a must-have on her clients’ wish list. “It features both white and red zones and interior lighting for ease of use,” she says. The cabinetry seen below the wine refrigerator is by Wood-Mode and was created to mimic the commercial-style refrigerator seen on the opposite side of the range. Vicki complemented the room’s functionality with high-style accessories, including cut-velvet fabric on the barstools and quartz pendants over the bar.

Sconces featuring jade stones flank the fireplace and echo the green of its surround.

GREEN LIVING

An emerald, leaf-shaped marble tile from Ann Sacks sets the tone in the living room, which Vicki notes is the masculine counterpart to the more feminine solarium. “He wanted a big TV and a cozy recliner,” Vicki says of the husband’s requests for the space, both of which were fulfilled— two aubergine-hued recliners face a large television over the fireplace. Vicki turned a pair of cloisonné vases (seen on the console table in the foreground) into lamps. “These were one of my best antique finds ever, and I love to turn pieces like this into functional lamps,” the designer says.

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PIÈCE DE RÉSISTANCE

As Vicki notes, the pinnacle of the design lies in the solarium, which connects the main house to the addition and hints at the grandeur to come.

“This space exudes the beauty and femininity of this most gracious homeowner,” Vicki says.

A mural created by Jakob Schlaepfer and installed in pie-shaped pieces features flora, Romanesque scrolls, and a sky motif around its perimeter, thus commanding the eye upward. “There was no space for art—because of the glass walls—so the ceiling became the point for art,” Vicki says.

Custom furnishings and fixtures, including a four-tier chandelier

by Niermann Weeks, complete the symmetrical design of the space, while botanical sheers and a leaf-motif fabric on the chairs are a nod to the addition’s numerous organic elements.

Floor lamps topped with origami birds reflect the homeowner’s avian interest.

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Bold GRAND ENTRANCE

“We started with the idea of a black and white tile in the entry to offset all the color of the spaces beyond, then we took it to the next level with a bold black front door,” Ashley says.

Contractor Taylor Wood worked with Andrea onsite to create the pediment overhead. “He had tracing paper and we adjusted height and scale until we got it right,” Andrea says.

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Honed (rather than polished) marble makes the floors look worn over time and original to the home.

Collab DESIGNERS ANDREA BROOKS AND ASHLEY CARDIEL TEAM UP TO PUSH THE BOUNDARIES IN A REDESIGN OF BROOKS’S FAYETTEVILLE HOME S TO RY: S T EPH A N I E M A X W EL L N E W TO N PH OTO G R A PH Y: R E T T PEEK

When El Dorado designer Andrea Brooks started looking for a place to call home in Northwest Arkansas, she didn’t envision taking on a large-scale project. “We were really looking at townhouses and condos, something more for going to visit,” Andrea explains, noting that she has one son at the University of Arkansas and one headed there next fall; plus, her mom and sister live in the area, as well. “After looking at a number of options that just didn’t feel right, my sister found a listing that had been under contract but was going back on the market the next day. As soon as I walked in the house the next morning, I said, ‘This is my house!’”

The home’s good bones were its selling point. “Though the house was built in the late ’80s, the owner had a love of classic design; high ceilings, tall moldings, and larger bedrooms reflect that,” Andrea says. Still, there were several updates to be made before she would consider it move-in ready. Andrea enlisted the help of Ashley Cardiel, a Springdale-based designer with whom she’d crossed paths several times at industry events. “I was immediately impressed with her,” Andrea says of Ashley. “She asks intelligent questions and she’s very approachable—and that made a lasting impression on me.” Andrea also remembered a project of Ashley’s she’d seen featured in At Home in Arkansas that had been completed with Taylor Wood of Woodbine Workshop. Their seamless teamwork on that project convinced Andrea she wanted the whole package for her home, and she brought Taylor on board, too.

Because there was so much about the house Andrea already loved, structural changes were minimal. First, they opened up the dining room to the kitchen for an area more conducive to casual dining and entertaining.

“When I first met her, I remember thinking she was so high-energy and bubbly—I was like, I want to hang out with her! And I looked up to her tremendously,” Ashley (right) says of Andrea. “When she called and I realized she was looking to hire me, I was so honored.”

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BE OUR GUESTS

The table in the dining area once belonged to Andrea’s parents. Four vintage chairs, recovered in a Kravet performance fabric so they wipe clean easily, complement the heirloom.

A built-in furniture piece on the far wall stores a television and kitchen appliances and also incorporates one of Andrea’s favorite design elements, a Greek key motif. Opposite this piece, two sets of French doors are painted a happy pink hue on the outside, offering an informal, welcoming entrance for visitors.

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They also raised the height of the doorframes to help the spaces flow. There was then the issue of the home’s entrance, which is located on the opposite end of the house from the driveway—a detail that felt awkward and uninviting for visitors.

“This house is located on an amazing wooded property that feels isolated even though it’s right in the middle of town,” Andrea says. “It has charming brick walkways around the property, but there was no easy way to access it for guests.” The team remedied this with two sets of French doors in the kitchen, which not only provide an easier entrance for guests, but also let in more much-desired natural light.

For the interiors, Andrea and Ashley knew they wanted to go big.

“Early on in the process we agreed to be vulnerable; there would be no bad ideas,” Ashley says. “Not all of our ideas made it to the final execution, but we challenged each other to always push ourselves creatively and at least share ideas aloud.” Starting with Andrea’s art and her love of color, the duo quickly landed on the

term “aristo-boho” to describe the project. “It’s the marriage of preppy, aristocratic colors and textures with the art and accessories of a more bohemian traveler,” Ashley explains.

Part of the success of the project was in seeing Andrea’s furniture and art— most of which she’s collected over time—come to life in a new way.

“I’ve always been a huge proponent of collaborating on projects,” Andrea says. “In our own homes, sometimes we get in a design rut or see our collections in only one way. I work best when I can bounce ideas off someone else and see design through another creative’s lens.”

“Andrea is a force to reckon with on all things color and textile, and I tend to focus more on texture and scale in a more neutral palette, so she pushed me to grow in that,” Ashley says. “Taylor pushed the envelope and explored some finishing techniques we hadn’t necessarily seen executed before. Our strengths really complemented one another through this collaboration, and I think it was a stronger project because of that.”

JEWEL TONED

Across from the kitchen, a bathroom found new life as a high-style butler’s pantry. By removing a shower and closing off the water closet, the design team was able to convert the other half of this space into a wet bar and storage. Chinoiserieinspired glass-front cabinets and a saturated, high-lacquer berry hue create what Ashley calls a “jewel-box experience” for guests passing through on their way to the new powder bath.

“We highlighted the windows by centering the sink, so she has a great view of the natural landscape surrounding the house,” Ashley says.

BRIGHT TRANSFORMATION

While much of the home boasts bold color choices and layers of pattern, the designers chose to tone down the palette in the kitchen, opting for Benjamin Moore’s “Marilyn’s Dress” on the walls and white cabinets.

“The kitchen was a lot more about subtle details,” Ashley says, noting the veining of the Calacatta Gold marble, the edge detail on the island, lacquered brass faucet, and heavier molding on the cabinets under the island.

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“It’s maximalism done right.

There are layers of thoughtful design details everywhere you look, but it lands just shy of feeling overworked.”

—Ashley Cardiel, designer

MUSICAL OASIS

Previous homeowners enclosed one bay of the three-car garage, and Andrea decided to dedicate this room to her music-loving husband, Jay. “We’ve always thought of ‘Wonderwall’ by Oasis as our song, so I had a local graphic designer come up with art to create this mural on the wall.” Union Jack pillows and books about favorite musicians continue the trend.

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CREATIVELY RECONFIGURED

In the living room, a rustic fireplace was replaced with a marble surround that echoes the blackand-white entryway and a mantel that suits the style of the house.

While Andrea was able to use much of her existing furniture and collections in this new house, she and Ashley did so in sometimes unexpected ways; for example, the orange mirror in one corner used to hang in her son’s room. “Not everything in that space is highbrow, but it shows that early on, if you commit to things you love and stay true to yourself, over time you will end up with a beautiful collection,” Ashley says.

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GROWING FROM GREEN

Malachite-patterned window coverings from Andrea’s previous house were the starting point for the design of the master suite. From there, the duo incorporated a Timorous Beasties wallpaper they bonded over early in the design process behind the bed and enveloped the room in black for drama. “Ashley helped push me to paint the white on the closets as kind of a nod to Dorothy Draper,” Andrea recalls. “In cases like that, it’s nice to have someone push you when you start getting design fatigue.” Framed butterfly installations over the closets, handpainted lamps from Liz Marsh Designs, and pops of red add another thoughtful layer to the suite.

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“Andrea tends to be bold and maximalist in general, and I think the master bedroom is where we hit our stride the most,” Ashley says. “We continued to layer and layer, and it totally packs a punch.”

BLUE-HUED ROOM

“I love dark, moody walls for a bedroom, so I wanted that feel for our guests,” Andrea says of their decision to paint the guest room Farrow & Ball’s “Hague Blue.”

The art over the bed was purchased in Savannah, Georgia, for Andrea and Jay’s 20th wedding anniversary.

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BOLD MASTER BATH

The master bathroom originally featured an oversized whirlpool bath and small closet, but no shower. With the makeover, the design team was able to add a luxurious shower while still incorporating a sizable vanity and water closet. The finishes were based off Andrea’s desire for a striking black-and-white effect, plus the mix of traditional elements, like mirrored paneling, with more modern choices, such as the Art Deco-inspired sconces and a free-standing tub. A Greek key motif painstakingly laid in tile in the shower is repeated in the cabinetry hardware.

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of the White River and its woodlands. When fate intervened in the form of a friend who knew of a piece of property with just such stunning views, she and her partner, Joe Whiteside, knew the time had come to capitalize on the dream.

Both Michelle and Joe have an interest in homes and floor plans and had always wanted to build.

Working with Kimberly Harper of Harper Howey Interiors and Roger Griffin of Legend Builders, they created a custom plan. “I had a very definite idea of how I wanted this house to flow,” Michelle says, noting the home is essentially seven spaces (including three bedrooms) that flow one to another. “We use every bit of the downstairs, from the den and kitchen to the living and dining rooms,” she adds.

While the home itself was new construction, they wanted to use a number of their existing pieces in the interiors. Kimberly helped with this, noting which pieces could be used as they were, which ones needed to be refreshed, and which areas would require new furnishings or accessories. “Kimberly laid out all the things from our old house that we were keeping and measured everything, so she had an amazing grasp on the spatial planning. When I would see things that I liked, she knew they would or wouldn’t work,” Michelle says. “We were at market once, and I saw these amazing barstools that I loved. She said, ‘those won’t fit.’ She tore a piece of paper out of her notebook and made view

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a scale model to show me they were too big! That’s how good she is.”

Spatial planning wasn’t the only aspect of the home receiving this level of detail. On their trips to market, Michelle and Kimberly shopped for artwork, sat in chairs (“We sat on so many chairs, testing their comfort and seeing how they swiveled,” Michelle recalls), and selected lighting, which functions as jewelry throughout the home.

“I hear about people struggling through the building process, but we had so much fun. Joe was recently retired so it gave him a project and really fulfilled a desire for me, too,” Michelle says. “I don’t have any regrets about this house.”

CLEAN CONCEPT

Because Michelle loves to cook and knew the kitchen would be a hub, she and Kimberly devoted countless hours to the space’s layout. “We spent weeks—maybe months—laying out the kitchen,” Kimberly recalls. They reasoned one solid island would overpower the room, but liked the idea of both work and dining spaces, so they split the concept into two separate islands, each having its own function.

“Michelle really wanted to keep this space very clean, and she was especially specific about the clean lines on the sheetrock vent hood,” Kimberly says. Brass barstools echo the finish on the pendants overhead, adding polish to the room.

SherwinWilliams’s “Indigo Batik”

BOLD IN BLUE

York’s “Kashmir Kaleidoscope” wallpaper, which is reminiscent of agate with a metallic gold running through it, stands out in the butler’s pantry. While at market, Kimberly found a French vendor who created the shelving seen here. “She has a large collection of glassware and serving pieces, so it was important to have a place for everything along with some open storage for easy accessibility and a nice display,” Kimberly says. “I always wanted a butler’s pantry, and I use it all the time. It makes a great serving space when we have people over,” Michelle says.

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FAMILY TIME

A comfortable family room adjoins the kitchen, making it a popular gathering space before and after dinner. While new sofas were purchased for the room, Kimberly made good use of chairs and a coffee table Michelle already owned by incorporating them into this room’s design.

LIGHT DINING

“Michelle is drawn to blues, so we used that color throughout the home, starting in the dining area,” Kimberly says. Here, a painting the pair found at market complements the upholstered hostess chairs. The table has built-in leaves allowing it to easily transform to seat 16, while a Currey & Company chandelier adds a hint of grandeur.

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CHAT ROOM

At the front of the home, a comfortable living area features large windows for sweeping views of the property. “There’s no TV in this space, so it’s a haven for conversation,” Kimberly says. “Joe and I like to sit in here at night to read, and my daughters and I often go in there to hang out and talk or just be together,” Michelle says.

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SCENIC + SERENE

You could say the couple went the scenic route in the master bath, where a floor-to-ceiling window extends beyond the traditional footprint of the bath creating a glass nook that houses a contemporary-style soaker tub. “She wanted to be able to sit in the tub and look out on the property,” Kimberly notes of the design element, “and Joe has a glass company so this was really a perfect expression of the two them.” A soft chandelier, which gives the appearance of a grouping of candles, adds to the ambience.

MASCULINE RETREAT

“It was important to Joe to have a place where he can go and close the door and work or watch TV,” Michelle says of the home’s study, which features a wood-textured wallpaper and a darker palette, setting it apart from the rest of the home. Floating stairs lead to a loft that houses the couple’s book collection. “This type of stair was not in the original plan,” Michelle says. “Joe and our builder saw a commercial Randy Moss was doing in his home, and it showed these stairs. They both wanted to go for it, so Joe called a friend who has L & L Metal Fabrication locally, and they were able to make it happen.”

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CALMING TREND

The master bedroom has stunning views of the back of the couple’s property, which can be accessed easily through a door that leads to the pool area.

Kimberly worked with a bed Michelle owned, incorporating blue and linen hues to adhere to the rest of the home’s palette.

A vaulted ceiling adds to the airiness of the room.

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TEEN EN VOGUE

In Michelle’s daughter Holley’s room, cherished pieces blend with fun, whimsical additions. For example, the brass bed is a family heirloom while the hanging chair is a contemporary element, which Kimberly notes is a popular choice for teenagers.

The wallpaper, Schumacher’s “Blommen Marine,” is a blend of fronds and florals, fitting perfectly with the bohemian vibe Holley wanted.

BUNK UP

“Joe has two grandchildren, so this is not only used as a teen retreat but also a fun place for them to stay when they visit,” Kimberly says of the upstairs bunkroom.

“Originally the space where the beds are located was going to be storage, but the builder came to us and said you could really make this usable space,” the designer adds.

A navy sofa, which Michelle already owned, and a recovered ottoman complete the lounge area.

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PINE BLUFF ROYAL OVERHEAD DOOR OF NWA OVERHEAD DOOR 943 S. 40th Street, Springdale 870-247-2502 478-927-9990

ROYAL OVERHEAD DOOR 10725 Otter Creek East Blvd Mabelvale Sales: 501-943-3667 Service: 501-455-3667

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PHOTOGRAPHY: RETT PEEK

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UNWIND

knit by knit There’s no time like a new year to try a new skill. And with many local shops and organizations offering hands-on learning—not to mention endless resources online—now is a wonderful time for first-timers to pick up a skein of yarn and a pair of knitting needles. Knit one, purl one; knit one, purl one; knit one… Master these two stitches and you’ll soon find yourself longing to curl up on the sofa and fall into the easy rhythm of this centuries-old craft after a long winter day.

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MEET THE MEN & WOMEN helping to create a world without cancer Beau Baker

Edward Jones Texarkana, AR

Amy Glover Bryant

Coldwell Banker RPM Group Little Rock, AR

Ray Buhrmester

Crazy Ray’s Cancer Crushers Jonesboro, AR

Carl Carter, Jr.

Arkansas BlueCross BlueShield Beverly Carter Foundation Little Rock, AR

Kelly Fraiser

At Home in Arkansas Little Rock, AR

Jalesa Reed

Southside School District Batesville, AR

Congratulations to our 2019 Man & Woman of the Year candidates.

The 2019 Man & Woman of the Year campaign consists of select individuals, from different locations and walks of life, coming together for a greater purpose: curing cancer. Candidates in this philanthropic competition form powerful fundraising teams competing in honor of two local pediatric blood cancer survivors for the prestigious title of Man or Woman of the Year. Your team can become advocates for Arkansas cancer patients, true champions of hope for those who need it most. To join the fight, visit mwoy.org/Arkansas or call 501.289.4540.

SAVE THE DATE: 05/03/19

Grand Finale Celebration DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Little Rock

OUR INSPIRATION

Norman Swope Baptist Health Little Rock, AR

Adriana Vidals Diane’s Little Rock, AR

MICHAEL - Age 5

Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia Boy of the Year

AIZA - Age 8

Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia Girl of the Year