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C O N T E N T S

April 2019 // The New Southern Issue

STYLE 15 SHOP

Pretty in Pastel

19 DESIGN

No-Fail Paint Colors

LIFE

23 GATHER

Hop On Over!

29 DISCOVER

Eureka Springs & Harrison

31 FASHION

Vacation Vibes

SPECIAL SECTION 61 AGENTS TO LOVE

IN EVERY ISSUE

10 WELCOME 12 LATEST 72 END NOTES

ON THE COVER A floral arrangement welcomes guests to Julie and Walker Sloan’s Little Rock dining room. Design by Bear Hill Interiors. Photography by Rett Peek. See page 39.

23 HOME 39 IN CLASSIC COLOR

With the help of Bear Hill Interiors, a traditional 1920s home gets a youthful makeover with an infusion of cheerful color.

44 CREATIVE DEPARTURE

In Northwest Arkansas, designer Casey Sarkin helps a longtime friend think outside the box when designing her new construction home.

54 AMONG THE TREETOPS

Tom Chandler & Associates brings warmth to the interiors of a contemporary, industrial-style home that invites nature indoors.

Vol. 24, No. 3 © 2019 by Root Publishing, Inc. All rights reserved. Permission to reprint or quote excerpts granted by written request only. At Home in Arkansas™ (ISSN 1540-8914, USPS# 020-999) is published 11 times a year (January/February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December) by Root Publishing, Inc., 2207 Cottondale Lane, Little Rock, AR 72202. Periodicals Postage Rates are Paid at Little Rock, AR and additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to At Home in Arkansas™; 2207 Cottondale Lane, Little Rock, AR.

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Q&A SHAYLA COPAS

Four Seasons of Entertaining On April 28, Shayla Copas releases her first book, Four Seasons of Entertaining, which is available for pre-order on shaylacopas.com.

Read more about Shayla’s book on page 12.

What is your new book about?

Four Seasons of Entertaining is 16 chapters with a focus on seasonal entertaining. It includes my party designs, creative entertaining tips, gorgeous florals from talented Southern florists, recipes from award-winning chefs, and beautiful photography by my dear friend Janet Warlick. I included traditional seasonal events plus unexpected themed soirées such as the Kentucky Derby, Cinco De Mayo, and Oktoberfest.

When does your book tour start?

In early April I will sign books at High Point Market during multiple appearances and signings, but we officially kick it off the evening of May 9 at the Arkansas Governor’s Mansion with a benefit to support the Children’s Advocacy Centers of Arkansas. Tickets can be purchased by checking out the Shayla Copas Interiors Facebook page. After the official kick-off, I will travel the entire year and part of 2020 on my book tour. I will co-host events, design for galas, sign books, and speak to audiences that have a passion for hosting soirées.

What is the best advice you can give on entertaining?

Rather than give advice, I will actually quote my favorite verse, Hebrews 13:2– “Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by this some have entertained angels without knowing it.”

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W E LC O M E

southern style Ask fellow Arkansans to describe life in the South—specifically, the culture that defines us—and you’ll wind up with answers as varied as the weather forecast in a given week. In music, Southerners have been at the forefront Photography by Rett Peek of rock and roll, the blues, country, and rap. Likewise, we regard the tradition of decorative arts with the same reverence afforded works of fine art. What can I say? We’re complex creatures. In my experience traveling to different parts of the country and living outside it entirely, listeners are always surprised to hear that creative expression from this region can take on such varied forms.

Home design is no different. In this issue, we explore the definitions of Southern design that are often at odds with one another. Homes in the South can be traditional, but with modern-day flair; contemporary, but warm and homey.

Others fall somewhere in the middle, weaving together inspiration from all over like a song influenced by a musician’s life experiences.

Moreover, each of the homes featured in this issue is a reflection of its owners’ personalities. In all the attempted definitions of a style so varied, I think that’s the one I find most compelling.

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What’s New? GINGIBER SPRINGDALE

Stacie Bloomfield founded her paper and home design brand, Gingiber, in 2009 after creating fanciful animal illustrations to use as décor in her own daughter’s nursery. Now, the company has grown to include lines of art prints, stationery, coloring books, home décor, and craft materials such as quilt patterns and embroidery samples.

This spring, Stacie opens a storefront

and studio at 1503 Carley Road, the former location of Euna Mae’s. The shop will play host to workshops on drawing, painting, paper crafting, and various fiber arts, the first of which is a print-making class on April 20. Keep an eye on Gingiber’s website and social media for more information on upcoming workshops and for an announcement about a grand opening and 10-year celebration this May. gingiber.com

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Photo by Janet Warlick Gingiber’s first event at the new studio is a print-making workshop on April 20.

SELAH DESIGN STUDIO ROGERS

Amy and Brad Koogler, owners of Selah Design Studio, have relocated their full-service interior design studio and to-the-trade showroom to downtown Rogers.

When Amy opened the studio in 2015, she named it Selah after the Hebrew word for “melodic pause.”

“I decided if I ever opened up my own place, I wanted it not to have the

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hustle and bustle feel of retail,” Amy says. “I wanted a quiet place to reflect and truly help our clients and fellow designers with their projects.” The new location, which Amy describes as “cozy,” features a selection of furniture, rugs, art, lamps, and accessories as well as an in-house workroom capable of completing window treatments, bedding, and upholstery for residential and commercial projects. Selah’s new location is 226 S. First St, Suite A. selahdesignstudio.com

Since beginning her practice in 1997, Shayla Copas has become as well known for her event and entertaining design as for her interior design. On April 28, Shayla releases her first book, Four Seasons of Entertaining, which showcases 16 different highstyle soirées. The entertaining spreads feature gatherings based around holidays, like Christmas and Cinco de Mayo (featured on the cover), as well as less common celebrations, such as the Kentucky Derby. “In Four Seasons of Entertaining, we hone in on my designs as well as share recipes, tips, and ideas, but nothing in it is predictable,” Shayla says. Following the book’s release, Shayla will embark on a book tour through 20 states across the nation. Four Seasons of Entertaining is available for pre-order from Amazon and Target. shaylacopas.com

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Style

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PREVIOUS PAGE Vintage Turkish rug. Jayson Cain Interiors, Little Rock, jaysoncaininteriors.com

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House Style: Five Centuries of Fashion at Chatsworth by Laura Burlington and Hamish Bowles.

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Pair of decorative vases. Debi Davis Interior Design, Little Rock, debidavisinteriordesign.com

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Coral pendant and pink moonstone on a matte gold chain. Mary Garrett Jewelry, Little Rock, marygarrettjewelry.com Handwoven catchall basket.

Bear Hill Interiors, Little Rock, bearhillinteriors.com

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1 Ceramic periwinkle lamp with pleated shade. The Shade Above, Little Rock, theshadeabove.com 2 Pink ruffle bowl. Debi Davis Interior Design, Little Rock, debidavisinteriordesign.com 6

3 Kate Spade New York for Visual Comfort “Leighton” small chandelier. Cobblestone & Vine, Little Rock, cobblestoneandvine.com 4 Pantheon throw pillow in Blush. Art of Design, Little Rock, shadavari.com

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5 Oliver sage pillow. HOWSE, Bentonville, Fayetteville, and Little Rock, thehowse.com 6 Tumbled pink quartz box.

Phoenix Interiors, Little Rock, phoenixlittlerock.com 7 Blue velvet “Bailey” chair.

Lighting Emporium, Springdale, lightingemporium.com

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8 Blush dip-dyed velvet pouch. Box Turtle, Little Rock, shopboxturtle.com 9 Light blue ceramic bowl with gold edges. Fresh i.d., Little Rock, (501) 478-6006 10 Custom oil painting.

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D E S I G N

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Benjamin Moore’s “Kendall Charcoal”

“Kendall Charcoal is a dramatic dark gray. It can be a good choice for a kitchen island or a bathroom vanity.”

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COLOR ME HAPPY

No-Fail Paint Colors When it comes to picking a paint color, chances are you fall into one of two camps: those who see it as daunting or those who view it as exciting. Either way, a bit of professional advice never hurts.

Here, 10 local designers share their go-to colors

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S T Y L E

D E S I G N

Benjamin Moore’s “Normandy”

Benjamin Moore’s “Persimmon”

Sherwin Williams’ “Dried Thyme”

“Blue and orange are two of my favorite colors.

I recently renovated my laundry room and bar at home, and I painted the cabinets Benjamin Moore’s Normandy. It’s a beautiful deep blue that I chose to coordinate with the existing blue-andorange hand-painted tiles in my kitchen. Another favorite, Persimmon by Benjamin Moore, is a lovely terra-cotta. I chose it for the walls of my dining room, carrying the palette throughout the house.”

— KRISTA LEWIS, K. LEWIS INTERIOR DESIGN “I like a palette of soothing shades of green. A trio of Dried Thyme, Austere Gray, and Conservative Gray (all by SherwinWilliams) can be used together in one room as wall, ceiling, and trim colors, or they can be used throughout the house to give each room its own identity.”

Sherwin Williams’ “Austere Gray”

Sherwin Williams’ “Conservative Gray”

— LORI CARPENTER, THE GRAPEVINE HOME Benjamin Moore’s “Collingwood”

Benjamin Moore’s “Midnight Oil”

“White rooms are in. But whenever a client wants just a little color, I always recommend a rich neutral.

Collingwood is a pale grey with warm undertones; it’s not too cool, not too beige. When paired with one of my go-to trim colors like Dove Wing, it strikes a pretty chord. I’m also in love with rich, saturated colors such as Benjamin Moore’s Midnight Oil, a deep shade of navy blue.

Use this color in a powder bath or guest room to make a space feel larger and sophisticated.”

— JOSHUA PLUMLEE, RANSOM INTERIORS

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Sherwin Williams’ “Snowbound”

Benjamin Moore’s “Chimichurri”

“For neutrals, white is one of my all-time favorites.

Sherwin-Williams’ Snowbound is the perfect backdrop for art, furniture, and any color—or lack thereof. When I want to do something bolder, green complements so many colors and brings a space to life.

Chimichurri by Benjamin Moore is a favorite green for me. Plants are 100% a must in every JWD room because they go with everything. I look at this shade as just that.”

— JILL WHITE, JILL WHITE DESIGNS

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“Sherwin-Williams’ Neutral Ground and Natural Choice are great overall neutrals when you have no idea what to paint your walls. They are off-whites with some depth. These two paints are my go-to exterior colors as well. Committing to an exterior color can be daunting but these are tried and true.”

— JILL LAWRENCE, J. LAWRENCE DESIGN

Sherwin Williams’ “Neutral Ground”

Sherwin Williams’ “Natural Choice”

D E S I G N

Benjamin Moore’s “Sanctuary”

“My favorite neutral is called Natural Choice. It looks amazing throughout an entire house. I love it because it provides the perfect backdrop for any kind of look. I don’t often use bright or bold color on walls, but I love Sanctuary.

It is so rich, even though it is a pastel. It’s perfect for a powder bath or a bedroom. It can provide fresh color without overwhelming the room.”

— SHA DAVARI, ART OF DESIGN

“White Dove has been my neutral go-to for years. It strikes a balance between creamy and crisp, and it makes any room look fresh and balanced. It’s also highly versatile, working equally well in both traditional and Benjamin Moore’s modern settings. One of “Hunter Green” my favorite rich colors to create intimacy in a space is Benjamin Moore’s Hunter Green. It is both dramatic and understated, and its tone lends warmth to a space. I would use this color in a dining room, as it works well with lighting to create a serene glow and add to the room’s ambiance.

To give your space more luster and depth, try it in a satin or semi-gloss finish.”

“Alabaster by SherwinWilliams is my go-to neutral. I love it for an entire house, including walls and trim. It is white without being stark. It’s clean and fresh, yet intimate.

Blue is my favorite color, and picking the right one is not always easy. Languid Blue

by Sherwin-Williams is beautiful and fun. It is a perfect blue gray!”

— KIMBERLY HARPER, HARPER HOWEY INTERIORS

Benjamin Moore’s “Vapor”

Benjamin Moore’s “White Dove”

“Gray continues to be a favorite among clients, so we like Revere Pewter (by Benjamin Moore) as a neutral color. It doesn’t scream gray but it is very versatile. I also personally like Edgecomb Gray, which is even more subtle.

It gives a tan neutral with no yellow tones.”

Sherwin Williams’ “Languid Blue”

— LEIGH LUSK, LEIGH LUSK INTERIORS

Benjamin Moore’s “Revere Pewter” Farrow & Ball’s “French Gray”

Benjamin Moore’s “Edgecomb Gray”

Sherwin Williams’ “Alabaster”

“Benjamin Moore’s Vapor is the perfect white. I love its versatility; it can be used in a classic or modern space. French Gray from Farrow & Ball is a wonderful green gray. I’ve used it in several different spaces, and the outcome is beautiful every time.”

— JEREMY CARTER, THE SHADE ABOVE

— SCOTT PATEREK, MASSIMO INTERIORS

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Life

M A K E YO U R S EL F AT H O M E

See our gold-leaf egg how-to on page 27.

EGGS-CELLENT IDEAS

Hop On Over!

Just in time for Easter, blogger and mom of five Jennifer Maune invites us into her home for a kid-friendly party that every bunny is sure to love W R I T E R T I F FA N Y A DA M S P H O T O G R A P H E R R E T T P E E K S T Y L I S T L AU R E N C E R R ATO

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L I F E

G AT H E R

“We’re the typical American family,” Jennifer M aune says of her household, which includes husband Brian and their five children, ages 9 to 2. After leaving a career as the executive director of a statewide nonprofit two years ago to be home with her children, Jennifer began to feel inspired to use her communications background in a different way.

That’s when she started Maune Legacy, a blog where she shares lifestyle tips, party planning ideas, and home inspiration. “Growing up I wanted to be a photographer, an interior designer, and a party planner, plus I love to read and write. The blog has given me an opportunity for all of my passions to collide; I didn’t have to pick just one thing,” Jennifer says. In particular, she enjoys using the online platform to connect with other women and create content to inspire them in all areas of life.

During the spring, her talents (and many of her blog posts) turn toward creating a memorable Easter holiday.

For the past nine years she and her family have hosted a neighborhood egg hunt, complete with lots of treats and fun for little ones. And this year will be no different. Having moved into a new neighborhood in Little Rock, she’s eager to continue the tradition with new neighbors.

Here, she gives us a glimpse inside the preparations, a look at the sweets table, and, of course, a peek at her children’s matching outfits for the holiday.

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Two-year-old Vivian shares sweet kisses in her Easter best.

The Maunes’ son Warren enjoys a cake pop from the treat table.

INDOOR GARDEN

Floral designer Chris Norwood of Tipton & Hurst created an arrangement that requires no tabletop space. Using the chandelier as his “vessel,” he created an arrangement of pastel posies, including hydrangeas, viburnum, tulips, larkspur, seeded eucalyptus, ‘Casa Blanca’ white roses, and pink O’hara garden roses.

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G AT H E R

Bennett, Juliana, and Landon (seen left to right) help dye eggs and later add the gold-leaf foil for a fun twist on a traditional craft.

SWEET TREATS

A bevy of desserts, all from Little Rock’s Community Bakery, lines the table for guests to enjoy during the party. A naked cake, topped with fresh floral to match the chandelier’s arrangement, along with bunny-shaped cake pops, bunny tail cookies, Jelly Belly petit fours, and nest egg cookies play to the holiday’s theme while satisfying any sweet tooth.

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L I F E

G AT H E R

Dye Your Own Gold-Leaf Eggs

SUPPLIES

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HOW TO

Combine ½ cup boiling water, 1 teaspoon of vinegar, and 10-20 drops of desired food coloring in each container.

Mix colors to create different variants.

Soak a hard-boiled egg in the food coloring for 5 minutes. For lighter hues, reduce the amount of soaking time. For darker colors, increase it. Remove eggs and allow them to dry completely.

Using the gold-leaf glue and a paintbrush, paint your desired design on a dyed egg of your choice. Allow the glue to sit for 10 minutes or until it becomes tacky. Cover the design with the gold-leaf sheet, then carefully peel off the sheet to reveal your design in gold. Use a paintbrush to brush away any unwanted remnants.

Design Resources PARTY DESIGN Jennifer Maune, Maune Legacy Blog FLORAL DESIGN Chris Norwood, Tipton & Hurst CAKES AND COOKIES Community Bakery LINENS Party Gras Party Rentals

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Want to see more?

Jennifer is sharing the following DIY decor and recipe ideas on her blog. See them all at maunelegacy.com.

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A Special At Home in Arkansas Promotion

WAITRESS April 9-14 // Fayetteville This musical based on the 2007 movie and with music by Sara Bareilles enjoys a run at Walton Arts Center. waltonartscenter.org I L L U S T R AT O R W I L L EC H O L S

Central Ozarks Farmers & Artisans Market

You’ll find this farmers market set up on the west side of the Harrison Square every Wednesday and Saturday morning from April through September. In addition to produce, meat, and eggs, vendors offer preserves, baked goods, and handmade crafts. facebook.com/COFAMHarrison

Mud Street Cafe

Part of Eureka Springs’s quirky charm is in the nature of its layout; the city has been built upon the layer of an older city. This is made apparent with a visit to Mud Street Cafe, which requires you to take a few steps underground to enter. mudstreetcafe.com

Sisters Flowers & Gifts

Open 50 years, Sisters is practically a household name in Harrison.

Besides providing florals for special occasions, the boutique sells soaps, candles, accessories, and gifts. instagram.com/sistersflorals

Thorncrown Chapel

Crescent Hotel

When this hotel opened in 1886 in Eureka Springs, modern conveniences such as electricity and elevators drew visitors.

While it is still a working hotel and spa, tales of the supernatural add an additional draw to the landmark. The hotel now offers daily ghost tours of the building. crescent-hotel.com

Designed by renowned Arkansas architect E. Fay Jones, this chapel won the American Institute of Architects’ Design of the Year Award in 1981. One visit to the gorgeous structure, which features 425 windows, and you’ll see why. thorncrown.com

Keels Creek Winery

Keels Creek Winery grows its grapes on eight acres outside Eureka Springs. An art gallery adjoining the tasting room means patrons can wander freely between the two while tasting a variety of Keels Creek wines. keelscreek.com

April 12-14 // Batesville Pipe bands, solo pipers, Celtic dancers, and a 1-mile run—kilts encouraged!—are all part of this 40-year-old festival presented by Lyon College. arscottishfest.com

BEETHOVEN & BLUE JEANS April 13-14 // Little Rock One of the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra’s more casual (and most popular) events takes place at Robinson Center. arkansassymphony.org

NATIVE GARDENS April 17 - May 5 // Little Rock Playwright Karen Zacarias’s comedy explores the physical and cultural boundaries involved when moving into a new neighborhood.

The play can be seen at the Arkansas Repertory Theatre. therep.org

ARKANSAS FOLK FESTIVAL April 19-20 // Mountain View One of the draws of this weekend-long festival is Artisans Market on the Square, which showcases goods handmade throughout the Ozarks. yourplaceinthemountains.com

WILD WINES AT THE ZOO April 26-27 // Little Rock More than 200 wines from around the world are paired with dishes from local restaurants at this two-night fundraising event. littlerockzoo.com

Ermilio’s Italian Restaurant

A historic Victorian home in Eureka Springs houses this cozy, authentic Italian restaurant. The dinner menu invites patrons to build their own dishes by picking a favorite sauce and a pasta of choice to go along with it. ermilios.com

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ARTS & THE PARK

Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge Park

While the Eureka Springs park serves primarily as a refuge for abandoned or abused big cats, it’s open daily to the public for tours and educational resources about the animals. On April 27, the park’s eighth annual fundraiser, Cats at the Castle, will be held at Castle Rogue’s Manor. turpentinecreek.org

April 26 - May 5 // Hot Springs Hot Springs celebrates the arts with a 10-day festival featuring gallery walks, studio tours, and performances by dancers, poets, and musicians. hotsprings.org

ARKANSAS LITERARY FESTIVAL April 25-28 // Little Rock The 16th annual celebration of all things literary welcomes book people of all stripes—poets, illustrators, journalists, and more—to present. arkansasliteraryfestival.org

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Vacation Vibes

Whether you’re planning for time away or simply navigating your around-town to-do list, the season’s looks have a casual, cool air

Indigo

Cropped-pant olive jumpsuit with clear-and-white Jeffrey Campbell sandals and rimmed sun hat. “Cage” convertible bucket bag in Honey by Rebecca Minkoff; bedazzled watermelon earrings by Baublebar. Indigo, Little Rock, (501) 821-2808, shopindigo.com

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Moon River polka-dot midi dress with SR Squared by Sondra Roberts clutch, gold bangle, and statement earrings. Tulips, Little Rock, (501) 614-7343, instagram.com/ tulipsinlittlerock

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Peter Millar linen sport shirt in Seashore with Bills Khakis “Tropical Poplin� pant in Coral.

Braided leather belt by Martin Dingman. Mr. Wicks, Little Rock, (501) 664-3062, mrwicks.com

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18K yellow gold and multi-colored gemstone drop earrings and 18K gold graduated necklace, both from Marco Bicego’s “Africa” collection. Romance Diamond Co., Fayetteville, (479) 443-9289, romancediamond.com Clothing provided by Tulips

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Accessory Gallery

Joseph Ribkoff abstract jacket and top and pants in Vanilla with a fold-over beaded clutch and terrazzo-style earrings. Accessory Gallery, Hot Springs, (501) 321-9168, facebook.com/shopag

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David Donahue floral sport shirt with Peter Millar softtouch twill shorts in Muscadine and Bell & Sward private label sunglasses. “McGuffey” woven slip-ons by Johnston & Murphy; hat by Tommy Bahama. Bell & Sward, Conway, (501) 504-6880, bellandsward.com

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Vilagallo “Gaia� shirt in terrazzo print.

In Season, Bentonville, (479) 273-6685, inseasonbentonville.com Feather statement earrings with gold accent. The Full Moon, Little Rock, (501) 663-4367, thefullmoonlittlerock.com

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THE NEW SOUTHERN ISSUE

Home

TRADITIONAL WITH A TWIST

In Classic Color Bear Hill Interiors helps a Little Rock couple freshen their 1920s home with a youthful palette and contemporary accessories

WRITER TIFFANY ADAMS PHOTOGR APHER RE T T PEEK ST YLIST K E VIN WALSH

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An iron bar cart provides an extra surface for serving drinks or desserts when the couple entertains. An oil painting

by Arkansas artist Barry Thomas hangs on the wall, hinting at the home’s traditional roots while adhering to the palette.

Julie Sloan hadn’t intended to hire a designer when she visited Bear Hill I nteriors. However, after talking with William Lendermon and the store’s owner, Kevin Walsh, she had them over the next day to measure for drapes in the living room of the 1920s Little Rock home she shares with her husband, Walker. Drapes turned into furniture placement, which turned into adding a few new pieces, which led to accessories, rugs, and art. “We did one thing at a time, and they never made me feel rushed,” Julie says.

“They really helped me prioritize what I needed to do next. And, I saved money because I wasn’t making mistakes by trying to do it on my own.”

Palette was one of the defining features of the design. “I always had a set idea of colors I wanted in my mind: blueberry blue, raspberry pink, and vanilla ice cream,” Julie says. With white as the base color in the home’s public spaces—which flow one into another with a foyer separating the living and dining rooms—pink and blue were used freely in fabrics and accessories. “The house is very traditional so we wanted to stay classic but infuse a little youth with color,” William says. “Walker loves blue, so I knew he

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would love the blue and cream, but I’m grateful he didn’t object to the raspberry,” Julie says. “In fact, he loved it when it was installed.”

As a part of this take on the new traditionalism— and Bear Hill’s approach to design in many of their projects—William also mixed vintage pieces with contemporary finds. For example, the dining room is home to both classic oil paintings by Arkansas’s own Barry Thomas and Arden Boyce (which the couple already owned) as well as a more contemporary monochromatic canvas by New Orleans artist Mallory Page. In the living room, a vintage mirror and coordinating sconces complement a custom Oushak rug in the room’s choice hues, while classic furniture frames blend with more contemporary fabrics on pillows.

“There are always things to do when you live in an old house, and I had a budget so I couldn’t move quickly on everything. They allowed me to work piece-by-piece, but made it look pulled together at every stop along the way, and they kept me focused on where we were going with the overall design,” Julie says.

PINK POISE

“I looked at this for more than a year in Bear Hill’s shop,” Julie says of the Mallory Page abstract that takes center stage in the dining room.

“I would joke, someday that is going home with me. It really makes this room,” she adds. The modern painting is mixed with traditional furniture covered in a vivid fabric to coordinate with the painting and fulfill Julie’s desire for a raspberry element. She transformed the existing brass chandelier with white paint, which makes it seem to disappear against the walls and ceiling.

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LIVING WITH COLOR

Silk drapes with a Samuel & Sons fretwork trim were the starting point in the living room. Traditional furniture frames pair with gold and glass accent tables, blending classic and contemporary. Two armchairs, borrowed from the dining room, provide extra seating near the fire. The original mantel was retained and covered in white paint, while its former mustard-hued tile surround was replaced with statuary marble. Julie selected the pattern and colors for the room’s custom Oushak rug.

“The house is very traditional so we wanted to stay classic but infuse a little youth with color.”

—William Lendermon, designer

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CASUALLY COOL

French doors at the far end of the living open to a sunroom with a slightly more relaxed feel. Julie used the neutral furniture from her previous home’s living room, and William helped add character to the space with a vintage bone and mother-of-pearl inlay coffee table.

The blue hues of the living room carry into this space through accessories and the bands seen on the drapery panels.

Design Resources INTERIOR DESIGN William Lendermon, Bear Hill Interiors ACCESSORIES, ART, FABRICS, LIGHTING, RUGS, AND WINDOW TREATMENTS Bear Hill Interiors FURNITURE Bear Hill Interiors and Cobblestone & Vine

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Creative Departure

Designer Casey Sarkin helps a longtime friend push the boundaries of her personal style in a new construction Northwest Arkansas home WRITER STEPHANIE MAXWELL NEWTON PHOTOGRAPHER RETT PEEK

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Designer Casey Sarkin and the homeowner worked together to come up with a concept for a pass-through that leads from the entry to the home office. “We wanted something feminine and unique leading into this more masculine space,�

Casey says.

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To add visual interest to a hallway that leads to a walk-in pantry, a powder bath, and the outdoor living area, Northwest Arkansas artist Allison Hobbs painted an abstract design on the walls.

Since straight, clean lines abound, a scalloped edge on the Calacatta Crema marble backsplash is an unexpected flourish.

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However, in all that time, there was always one small problem: It was never for sale.

“We’d been driving up here since we were about 29 years old,” the homeowner says. “We’ve always loved this lot, but the people who owned it didn’t want to sell it. One day, we drove by and there was a ‘for sale’ sign nailed to the tree. We bought it that day,” she says.

After securing the lot, the owners called on close friend Casey Sarkin of Casey Sarkin Interior Design to help them design a home that felt intentional, focused, and different. “She came to me and said, I always end up doing this certain style, and I want to venture way off from that,” Casey says, noting the couple’s previous homes were more traditional and beach-inspired. “This house has elements of a traditional Southern home—the

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would eventually build.

clapboard, which we now call shiplap; the oak, except we used white oak,” Casey says. “We mixed those pieces of the design with more modern elements in the doors, hardware, and lighting.”

Though she desired this home to feel aesthetically different than her previous ones, the homeowner still wanted its style to reflect her personality. “She likes very avant-garde, outthere things, so we tried to bring some of that to every part of the house,” Casey says. “Casey hears me say this all the time: Where’s my weird factor? I have to have something weird,” the homeowner laughs. She points to the blue antelope-print stair runner in the entry, a handpainted design in a hallway off the kitchen, and her personal art collection as elements that offer some of the unexpected.

“This house was artfully edited, and it was a complete collaboration,” Casey says. “I’ll lead her this way, then she’ll lead me back that way, then the thing is, we end up somewhere in the middle.”

UNCLUTTERED DESIGN

The kitchen is a perfect illustration of the homeowner’s departure from her previously more traditional style.

“I wanted everything clean, modern, and more transitional. No fluff, no fuss,” she says. Here, an inset range hood and waterfall countertop play to the contemporary side of the design, while white oak, seen throughout the flooring, island, and decorative beams, adds warmth to an otherwise all-white palette.

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INDOOR, OUTDOOR EASE

In keeping with their promise to be very intentional in building this home, the homeowners decided to forego a formal living room, having rarely used it at their previous house. The home centers around one space that holds the kitchen, a casual dining table, and a living room, a space ideal for entertaining but made even more so by the four sets of French doors that lead to an outdoor living space and offer a panoramic view of the valley behind the house. “We worked really hard to coordinate the view through these doors right when you walk in the front door,” Casey says.

“They are in and out between these two spaces all the time. Even though their kids are away at college, they come over and have friends here all the time. It’s a house full of happy.”

—Casey Sarkin, designer

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HER HAPPY PLACE

When designing the outdoor living area, Casey’s main consideration was how best to highlight the home’s view. “We chose peacock pavers in Rice White so that they were a continuation of the white brick exterior,” she says, noting the consistent palette helps further the notion that this is an extension of the interiors.

Outdoor furnishings by Lee Industries provide comfortable seating on either side of a stylish swing. “In the summer, they’re out here all the time, and in the winter, they have blankets and are bundled up,” Casey says.

“Sometimes I come over and [the homeowner] doesn’t answer to doorbell, so I know to go on inside and straight to the back, because she’s always out here. It’s just her happy place.”

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COMFORT ZONE

The beach feel that was pervasive throughout the homeowner’s previous house makes small appearances in the master bedroom. A chandelier made of shells and white-washed wood overhead are subtle nods to this scheme, a style the homeowner still very much loves. Windows facing the back of the property offer sweeping views of the valley below, an everyday reminder of the serendipity that led the family to finally land on their dream lot.

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Nightstands used in the homeowner’s previous bedroom were stripped of their gray, chalky finish and given new life with a stain and fresh hardware.

BLISSFUL BATH

The home’s white palette continues into the master bathroom, where vanities on either side of the tub are accented with hexagonal mirrors and contemporary sconces. In terms of functionality, the space is a dream come true for the homeowners.

“I’d always wanted big floor-to-ceiling windows with a big soaking tub,” she says. “We wanted tons of storage, so they built a linen cabinet that goes way deep.” His-and-hers closets off the master bath checked another box on their list of must-haves.

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GIRLY WITH AN EDGE

In the homeowners’ college-aged daughter’s bedroom, the starting point for design was a Lindsay Cowles wallpaper. “We wanted it to be super feminine but kind of edgy,” Casey says. “It can be hard to do edgy and soft at the same time, so we used this wallpaper and softened everything else in the room.”

An open black canopy bed paired with pink mohair ottomans reiterates this choice.

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FORWARD THINKING

While the open floor plan downstairs is perfect for the empty nesters’ current lifestyle, they wanted to make sure their kids had a place to hang out when they came home and, eventually, a place for grandkids when that day comes. Upstairs, in addition to rooms for each of their children, there is a cozy media room and adjoining bunk room featuring two hanging twin beds.

The same shiplap treatment seen in the entry is repeated in the bunk room, which, with the rope accents, circular window, and color palette, gives the space a nautical air.

Design Resources CONTRACTOR Kevin Riggins, Riggins Construction & Development INTERIOR DESIGN Casey Sarkin, Casey Sarkin Interior Design ACCESSORIES, BEDDING, AND FURNITURE Casey Sarkin Interior Design APPLIANCES Metro Appliances & More CABINETS AND MILLWORK Riggins Construction & Development COUNTERTOPS Arkansas Granite & Marble DOORS Manhattan Iron Doors, Riggins Construction & Development, and UDI FIREPLACE Northwest Cast Stone FIXTURES Ferguson Plumbing Supply FLOORING (HARDWOOD) Tom January Floors HARDWARE, LIGHTING, AND TILE Casey Sarkin Interior Design, Encore Flooring and Building Products PAINTING (DECORATIVE) Allison Hobbs and Brother’s Painting STAIRCASE UDI WINDOW COVERINGS Interior Fabrics and Design

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Among the Treetops Contemporary architecture and comfortable furnishings blend to make both husband and wife feel at home in this west Little Rock residence

The team at Fennell Purifoy designed the sleek fireplace, which is made of Corten steel that gives the look of a rustedover-time patina without the mess. Slender light towers from Core iD, seen on the mantel, offer reading light after the sun sets. The upholstered chair has a low back so as not to block the room’s view.

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WRITER TIFFANY ADAMS PHOTOGR APHER RE T T PEEK

Like many young boys, Dr. Andy Henry had a lifelong dream of living in a tree house.

“I started med school in Little Rock in 1979 and finished training in ’85. At some point in that time, I came out to this area and said, I want to live here someday,” he recalls. “Eventually, I found the person who owned the land, bought it, and got my friend from church, Fred Lord, to take a hike with me to see if we could build a house here. He said, ‘I can do it. It won’t be easy, but I can do it,’” Dr. Henry says.

It wouldn’t be easy because the property was rugged, undeveloped terrain with a steep slope.

Spurred on by the idea of living in a secluded home that appears to be nestled in the treetops with views of the Ouachita Mountains, Dr. Henry continued his pursuit. Fred recommended bringing in Fennell Purifoy Architects to help with both the siting of the home as well as the desired design; as you may guess, Dr. Henry wanted the aesthetic to mimic a tree house. “We looked at the property and chose to situate the house on the higher of its two ridges for an optimal view,” says Phil Purifoy of Fennell Purifoy Architects, who worked on the project along with his colleagues Tom Fennell and Ben Hartter. “I was trying to design a house

with a vertical expanse because why live on a mountaintop if you can’t see anything but the tree trunks?” Dr. Henry says.

Taking just shy of two years to construct, the modern build consists of poured-onsite concrete, a steel structure, and glue-laminate beams covered in zinc siding. The beams speak to Dr. Henry’s desire to carry the tree house theme throughout, while also bringing the home’s natural setting into its interior.

However, as with many home projects, there was one thing Dr. Henry hadn’t counted on during construction: falling in love. The bachelor reconnected with a lifelong friend, Judy, and the two were married in 2018 in the living room of this home (prior to move-in day). “Judy lived in a patio home that Tom Chandler had decorated for her. The last place in the world she would want to live was a contemporary home on a mountaintop,” Dr. Henry says. “And if Judy had been on board when the process started, she would have done everything to talk me out of it,” he laughs. “It was very important that she have veto power and help with as many decisions about the home as possible.”

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“So, here we are; she’s French country, I’m ultra contemporary, and we needed someone to help us negotiate that water. That’s when Judy called Tom and his team to come and help us,” Dr. Henry says. After meeting with the couple, Tom and his design team knew the home should be comfortable and simple to reflect the pair’s laidback style. “They are both very much into nature and biking and hiking,” Tom says.

“Anything that Dr. Henry felt like related to this being a tree house was important to incorporate in the design,” he adds.

Wanting to give the home a feeling of warmth, which was rooted in Judy’s love of traditional homes and her previous house’s style, they decided on a warm palette. “Dr. Henry said his favorite time of day there is sunset. We had a desire to pick up on that in the interior, so those colors drove the palette selection of red, rust, and oranges,” says Martin Potter, a designer on the Tom Chandler team. “Not only did Tom manage to bring both of our tastes together, but it needed to look good in the house as well, and he knocked it out of the park,” Judy says.

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ALL TOGETHER NOW

“When we started construction there was a wall behind the stove,” Dr. Henry recalls, “and Judy said No, that’s got to go.” Her former home had an open-concept floor plan, and she appreciated the ease of allowing conversation to flow from the kitchen into the living room. The Fennell Purifoy team selected rich cherry wood cabinetry, which contrasts with the home’s light maple floors. Adjustable-height barstools play to the home’s utilitarian feel without being too stark.

An avid tree climber, Dr. Henry has ropes throughout the house, affording him the opportunity to bypass the stairs in favor of climbing to and from the second story.

FUNCTIONAL DÉCOR

“The original plan was to cover the walls in the foyer,” says Tom, “but the design team talked the Henrys into leaving the raw concrete, and I love how it runs from the exterior to the interior, creating continuity.” An antique canoe was outfitted with track lighting and hung from the ceiling as a nod to the couple’s love of the outdoors, while the bike seen near the stairwell gets frequent use, as biking is one of the Henrys’ favorite pastimes.

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DINNER WITH A VIEW

One of the few pieces the couple brought with them to their new home is a painting by artist Dale Terbush, seen on the wall of the dining room. The chandelier is a custom design, as is the table.

“We took careful images and measurements of the house and its steel plates and had the table designed to pick up on that,” Martin says of the piece, which looks as though it emerged alongside the structure itself. The rust-colored chairs are a nod to the home’s palette, which is meant to be reflective of a sunset.

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Judy and Dr. Andy Henry stand in what is referred to as the home’s “crow’s nest.”

WAKING IN THE TREES

Inspired by climbers who sleep on portaledges during extensive treks, Dr. Henry desired to create the same feel in the home’s master bedroom with a platform bed suspended from climbing ropes. “One of the things I always wanted to do was sleep in the trees, and that’s why we’ve got the bed that swings like we are actually in a tree,” Dr. Henry says. “When I wake up in the morning, all I can see is the treetops.” The platform can also be secured in place to prevent it from swinging side to side. The Tom Chandler team selected a carpet as the artwork behind the bed and tied the textural piece to the outdoors with the addition of a Manzanita branch.

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POINT OF VIEW

“Rather than enclosing the beams with drywall, everything is exposed to celebrate the structure,” Phil says of the design, which won the American Institute of Architects Arkansas Chapter’s “Members’ Choice” award for favorite project among industry peers as well a merit award. This openness is perhaps most apparent on the second floor, where an extended hallway features a reading nook tucked into one side with views of the structure as well as the exterior.

Design Resources ARCHITECTS Tom Fennell, Ben Hartter, and Phil Purifoy, Fennell Purifoy Architects CONTRACTOR Fred Lord INTERIOR DESIGN Tom Chandler & Associates ACCESSORIES, FURNITURE, AND LIGHTING Tom Chandler & Associates ART Gallery 221 COUNTERTOPS AND FIREPLACE All Natural Stone LIGHTING (LAMPS) Core iD RUGS C&F Flooring and Rug Gallery and Hadidi Rug and Design Gallery WINDOW COVERINGS Larry Engel

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Jon Underhill Real Estate –Brandy Harp Celebrating 25 years in business, Jon Underhill Real Estate is a full-service firm distinguished by its longstanding reputation and commitment to deliver unparalleled service to clients.

As the firm’s principal broker, Brandy Harp provides an exceptional customer experience to ensure clients succeed with their real estate investment.

She is a leader in residential real estate recognized as the third top-producing realtor in Central Arkansas with $30 million in sales in 2018.

Harp says customer service is at the heart of the firm. “We work to not only meet, but exceed our clients’ goals. We listen, we communicate efficiently and effectively, and we pay special attention to every single detail from the beginning to well-past the closing.”

With proven results in customer service, financial management, marketing and advertising, Harp develops and employs unique strategies for her clients. “I am not pushing clients to buy or sell a home,” she says. “I provide them with the information and professional guidance to help them make the best investment for their family and their future.”

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Aspire Realty Group Holly Driver and Mitsy Tharp, two of the co-owners of Aspire Realty Group, founded the business in 2014. Along with Alan Byrd, one of the first Realtors to join the Aspire team, they each have more than a decade of experience in helping their clients navigate through one of the most important decisions they will make for themselves and their families.

They are involved in numerous church and civic organizations throughout central Arkansas, putting community first in all they do. Additionally, they have been awarded the Little Rock Realtor Awards of Distinction and as a group have been noted as a top realty company by multiple publications.

Holly, Mitsy and Alan place the highest importance on superior customer experience, providing their clients with meticulous professionalism and attention to detail. The group emphasizes that home buyers today are seeking refinement in their search for the ‘perfect home’ thanks in part to a robust new construction market. Sellers will benefit from these realtors’ expertise in staging recommendations and competitive pricing structure, affording them preeminent market position. Aspire Realty Group is committed to excellence in caring for their clients and this community they love.

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Before You Buy Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or you’ve been around the block a time or two, keep these reminders on hand to make the process run smoothly

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KNOW WHAT YOU CAN AFFORD

EVALUATE YOUR NEEDS

As a rule of a thumb, housing should not cost more than 25% of your take-home pay. In the time leading up to your home-buying experience, you should be saving an initial down payment and/or additional funds for closing. An ideal down payment is 20%.

Think about how many bedrooms and baths you need as well as how you use your space. For example, do you need a formal dining room or would an eat-in kitchen suffice? Do you need multiple hangout areas or do you all prefer to be together in one living room? Be sure to think about this in a long-term frame as well. Your current needs may change if you plan to grow your family or if you have kids who will be headed to college in the next few years.

SECURE FINANCING

Get a pre-approval letter from a bank before you begin house shopping. An offer with a pre-approval letter lets the seller know you are serious and gives them a green light that your mortgage is likely to be approved.

CONSIDER YOUR WANTS

Of course you have needs, but you’ve also got wants. Features such as a spacious backyard, pool, walk-in closets, or granite countertops may be on your wish list and could tip your decision on a home. Keep this list running parallel to the needs you have.

FIND AN AGENT

A real estate agent can help you through every step of the home-buying process. From providing helpful information on finances to keeping you abreast of what’s new to the market and making an offer, he or she will guide you through the process. Find a professional you trust and you’ll have peace of mind.

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KNOW YOUR COMPROMISES

There’s no perfect house. Inevitably, there will be at least one thing you would change about a potential residence. With that thought in mind, review your lists of needs and wants and know where you’re willing to compromise. If a house is missing multiple must-haves on your list, maybe it’s not the one for you.

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The Honea Team Mother-daughter team Lolly Honea and Michelle HoneaFrueauff bring more than 30 years of personal experience in the Little Rock market to their clients.

Many of their clients come to them through word-of-mouth from connections through their work in the community, their church, and local charities, allowing them to get to know the needs of their clients on a personal basis. Both Lolly and Michelle’s husbands play an active role in referrals as well with Ross, Lolly’s husband, owning a successful insurance business and Michelle’s husband, David, being the CEO of the Charles A. Frueauff Foundation.

Whether the client is moving to a larger residence or getting ready to downsize, the pair are skilled in meeting a variety of buyers’ and sellers’ needs. What’s more, they continue to be in the top tier of real estate agents since the founding of the business in 1987. Michelle brings more than 20 years of IT experience to the duo, allowing them to market your home quickly and effectively through multiple social media platforms in addition to newspapers and other marketing mediums. Additionally, Keller Williams offers the most highly advanced technology-driven marketing and communication applications to its clients. They are extrememly grateful for the customers and clients that have entrusted to them one of their most valuable assets, their home.

THE HONEA TEAM BRINGS YEARS OF EXPERIENCE AND PERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS ALONG WITH THE BACKING OF KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY

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Pixel Properties Realty Founders Ray Ellen and Sarah Bailey take a unique approach to selling real estate; combining years of experience with innovative marketing practices, they have formed a brokerage that behaves more like a media company than a traditional real estate office. Now, as some of the top agents in the area, they formed Pixel Properties Realty to help other agents offer the same benefit to their customers.

Ray says, “In the future, we won’t be real estate agents. We will be media companies that specialize in real estate and in the community.” There is no doubt that video has become the trend in real estate in recent years and Pixel Properties takes it to another level by creating content around the community and their listings and distributing the content using algorithms and data to make sure the stories are seen by the right people—thus, reaching potential buyers. With numerous talented agents, Pixel Properties can assist with your buying or selling needs.

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Ray Ellen

Pixel Properties 5600 Kavanaugh Blvd., Suite 10 | 501.319.7557 Instagram: @rayzorback

“Real Estate is not my job, it’s my craft,” Ray Ellen says. As a co-founder of central Arkansas’s Pixel Properties, he not only works hard to know every aspect of the buying and selling process but also thinks creatively, using media content paired with data and analytics to target potential buyers and find homes for his clients. Ray has received the Realtor Award for Excellence for five years as well as accolades for sales and innovative marketing strategies, and he has been interviewed by Realtor Magazine.

Joanna White

Pixel Properties 5600 Kavanaugh Blvd., Suite 10 | 501.580.7431 pixelproperties.com

Joanna White says happy clients are her goal. To sell their properties, she employs everything from professional and drone photography to in-depth comp reviews to get results.

“I truly want my buyers to be paired with the best property to fit their needs, and I want my sellers to get the best price for the houses they have poured their lives into,” she says.

Her awards include Rookie of the Year with a previous firm as well as gold and platinum level Realtor ranking for the past two years.

Sarah Bailey Team Sarah Bailey started her real estate career in 2003 and co-founded Pixel Properties in 2018, where she serves as principal broker.

“Real estate is my passion, and I love working with my clients to list and sell their homes,” she says.

Together with buyer specialists Francesca Tolson and Jessica Rogers, she ensures that each client

has a smooth buying and/or selling process. During her more than 16 years in real estate, Bailey has received numerous industry awards, including the Arkansas Realtors’ diamond level award of distinction and 2010 Realtor of the Year award from her local board. For attention to detail and top-notch personal service, call the Sarah Bailey team.

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Stage It to Sell 7 ways to get your home ready to hit the market

Photography by Rett Peek Kitchen design by Joshua Plumlee, Ransom Interiors

1 UPDATE IF NEEDED

First, evaluate your home. Are there improvements that could be made to increase the value or appeal of your home?

Even if you don’t have the budget for a major bath or kitchen remodel, smaller investments—like updating kitchen fixtures and appliances or painting boldly colored walls a neutral shade—can go a long way in selling your home.

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PACK IT UP

Pack and store most, but not all, of your belongings before showing your house. There are a couple of reasons this is an important step: Less furniture makes for an easier traffic flow for open houses, and viewers can more easily see their own furniture and accessories against an uncluttered backdrop.

3

EMPTY THE CLOSETS

Unfortunately, packing away your belongings doesn’t mean you can store them in your closets. Most buyers go into a showing concerned about storage options, and a closet stuffed to the brim will only make them wary about a lack there-of.

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GET SQUEAKY CLEAN

Clean, clean, and clean again every nook and cranny before showing your house. Grimy bathroom tiles, foggy shower

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doors, and dusty fan blades are hard for potential buyers to look past. If you have pets, consider having carpet and rugs professionally cleaned.

5 STAGE TO PERFECTION

Now you’re ready to stage your home! Use the furniture and accessories you didn’t pack away to show off each room’s functionality. For example, if you have an empty spare bedroom, set up a desk to stage a home office. The point is to create a warm, inviting atmosphere where potential buyers can envision themselves and their own belongings.

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CONSIDER CURB APPEAL

Are there small improvements to the front exterior of your house that might make buyers more interested? If so, now is the time to make them—after all, the front of the house is its first impression. Easy updates include power washing the siding and walkways, trimming hedges and tree branches, and planting seasonal flowers.

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LET LIFE IN

Before an open house or showing, pull back the window coverings to let natural light spill in and show off your perfectly prepped home. Finally, since cut flowers can have an overpowering scent to some, vases of fresh greenery placed around the home add a final layer of life and cheer.

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LITTLE ROCK

LITTLE ROCK

Debbie Teague

Michael Teague

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Award-winning Realtor Michael Teague believes in making the process of buying or selling your home fun. He serves his clients by getting to know their needs and helping them throughout the buying or selling process. From there he uses the latest technology and marketing techniques to achieve results.

Voted a top Realtor numerous times and recipient of the Double Diamond Awards of Distinction from the Little Rock Realtors Association, Debbie Teague loves helping people make one of the most important and personal decisions of their lives: buying or selling a home.

The Janet Jones Company 7915 Cantrell Road | 501.658.1784 debbieteague.com

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The Janet Jones Company 7915 Cantrell Road | 501.224.3201 janetjones.com

LITTLE ROCK

The Janet Jones Company Founded in 1980, locally owned realty business The Janet Jones Company has a longstanding tradition of serving central Arkansans. They pride themselves on being known as the gold standard in Little Rock real estate due to their work ethic, expertise, personal service, and—most importantly—the results they

produce for their clients. To point, they consistently maintain the largest market share, the largest number of transactions, and the highest dollar volume sold. What’s more, their agents consistently rank among the top producers in both Little Rock and in the state—making them the ultimate trendsetters in the local market.

Left to right: Susan Reynolds, Debbie Teague, Michael Teague, Shannon Treece, Casey Jones, Bob Bushmiaer, Rebecca Smith, Donna Dailey, Jennifer McCarty

I N C E N T R A L A R K A N S A S , T H E J A N E T J O N E S C O M PA N Y C O N T I N U E S T O B E A G O L D - S TA N DA R D R E A L E S TAT E N A M E T O K N O W The Janet Jones Company | 7915 Cantrell Road, Little Rock | 501.224.3201 | janetjones.com

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REAL ESTATE

Congratulations on being named

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On Being Named a “Real Estate Agent to Love”

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P H O T O G R A P H E R R E T T P E E K S T Y L I S T L AU R E N C E R R ATO

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UNWIND

signed, sealed, delivered In a world of texts, emails, Facebook messages, Instagram comments, and the myriad other ways we communicate these days, nothing gives you that warm fuzzy feeling quite like receiving a piece of personal snail mail.

Such correspondence has become so scarce it has started to feel like a relic of the past—but why should it? You make a loved one’s day when you send a birthday card, thank-you note, or simple “hello” by mail. In April— which happens to be National Letter Writing Month—take the time to pen a handwritten note to a pal. We promise it will be appreciated.

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