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CONTENTS S E P T E M B E R 2 014

60 Home

Style

Massimo Interior Design creates a master bath that highlights a view of the Arkansas River

Good Morning!

40 Water Colors

44 All Together Now

In El Dorado, designer Courtney Smart Stone reimagines the kitchen of her childhood home

48 Emerald Jewel

8 Finds

12 Latest

Design Openings, Arrivals & Launches

15 Design

Pretty Meets Purposeful

Life

A famous apartment inspires the color palette for a Little Rock kitchen

22 Happenings

A clean backdrop, detailed finishes, and pops of red bring a Northwest Arkansas kitchen to life

Fall Road Trip: Branson

54 A Smooth Transition 60 Classic Twist

A homeowner’s nightmare becomes the avenue to an inspired master bath renovation

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What to do in the Natural State

24 Discover

27 Collecting Tea Party

30 Fashion Hides to Seek

32 Entertaining Prep School

Special Section 66 Local Favorites

Kitchen & Bath Professionals

In Every Issue

6 A Note from the Editor in Chief 71 Marketplace 72 End Notes

on the cover

Lydia and Randy James’ Little Rock kitchen. Design by M. N’Teriors.

Photography by Nancy Nolan. See page 48.

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From The Editor in Chief “If you really want to make a friend, go to someone’s house and eat with him...the people who give you their food give you their heart.”

I’ll be the first to admit that I am not a good cook. My affinity for great food has always been oriented much more toward eating it than making it. But—chef or no—there’s just absolutely nothing like a beautiful kitchen.

The kitchens I recall from my childhood were very basic and simply designed; they all had pretty much exactly the same layout, same cabinetry, and same appliances. And, though they were humbly functional, the warmth and the deep sense of belonging I felt there ranked them among my favorite places. The kitchens of my two grandmothers—workspaces that fed 16 children and hoards of grandchildren—are the places where I learned most of what I now know about country cooking and true hospitality. I am still baffled that every mealtime offered such an abundance of scrumptious, homemade food that anyone who happened to drop by would, without question, be offered a hearty meal and a place at the table. Those two women turned out the best fried chicken, biscuits, and gravy that I have tasted to this day with no assistance from high-tech equipment or state-of-the-art design features.

As I flip through these pages and look at the exquisite kitchens and baths that we have included, I marvel at how wonderfully designed they are; these families enjoy functionality and beauty beyond either of my grandmothers’ wildest imaginings. Yet, I also find myself remembering the pride and delight of each homeowner I met, as they showed me their space and described to me how they use them. It assures me that—just like the basic, utilitarian kitchens of my past—these are places where memories are made, where core values are passed from one generation to the next, and where people learn and remember how food tastes when it has been prepared with love.

Chip Jones Editor in Chief chip@athomearkansas.com

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PHOTOGRAPHY: NANCY NOLAN

—Cesar Chavez

111 EAST MAIN STREET | EL DORADO, AR 71730 | 870.863.6625 | sydneymurphydesign.com 8 At Home in Arkansas | September 2014

STYLE

PHOTOGRAPHY: RETT PEEK

T H E L AT ES T I N D É CO R & D ES I G N

Callie’s Charleston Biscuits, Bonnie’s Jams small-batch preserves, Savannah Bee Company honey, Burgess & Leigh English transferware, American-made reproduction milk glass cake stand, American-made reproduction jadeite salt-and-pepper shakers, heirloom linen table runner by Ice Milk Aprons.

Euna Mae’s Heirloom Kitchen & Home Goods, Springdale, (479) 419-9690, eunamaes.com

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Style/Finds

Good Morning!

No time to stop and enjoy the most important meal of the day?

Nonsense. These charming, vintage-inspired finds will inspire you to linger a little longer at the breakfast table.

PRODUCERS Ashley Gill and Mandy Keener PHOTOGRAPHY Nancy Nolan

Gingham dish towel.

Eggshells Kitchen Co., Little Rock, (501) 664-6900, eggshellskitchencompany.com

Colorful fruit print and stamped vintage spoons. Cynthia East Fabrics, Little Rock, (501) 663-0460, cynthiaeastfabrics.com

Metal teakettle with colorful, braided plastic cover.

Clinton Museum Store, Little Rock, (501) 748-0400, clintonmuseumstore.com

Tin of John McCann’s Steel Cut Irish Oatmeal Eggshells Kitchen Co., Little Rock, (501) 664-6900, eggshellskitchencompany.com

Egg-blue farmhouse enamelware with black banding. Park Hill Home, Conway, (501) 358-3537

Instead of instant, choose delicious!

Stoneware mixing bowls. The Paul Michael Company, Lake Village, (800) 732-3722, paulmichaelcompany.com 10 At Home in Arkansas | September 2014

— E x c l u s i v e ly —

DISTINCTIVE

Kitchens & Baths

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JAMES + JAMES TO OPEN SHOP IN SPRINGDALE

COMING SOON!

James + James has become a household name for consumers who seek quality, handmade furniture produced from Arkansas wood. The formerly online-exclusive brand is now opening a storefront that will allow customers to look, see, touch, and interact with the pieces before taking them home.

Located in Springdale, James + James Home plans to open its doors in late August or early September. “We realized people want to see furniture, interact with it, and also learn about our process of creating it,” says founder and owner James Smith. The new store will have the same approachability as the garage where the brand started, but it will also feature expanded offerings including lighting and home décor accessories in addition to the brand’s signature line of tables, benches, bookshelves, and beds.

The brand is also expanding its online presence with a soon-to-launch, redesigned website that will offer ecommerce as well as on-screen customization for each of the pieces. Perhaps most notable is the company’s commitment to growing Arkansas’ economy by continuing to provide local employment opportunities and by using Arkansas-grown wood to produce their furniture. Not only does this local, hands-on approach reduce the company’s carbon footprint, but it also allows them to continue to customize pieces for clients and still offer a two-to-three week turnaround time for delivery. Visit the new shop in Springdale or the redesigned website to view the line for yourself. 4260 South Thompson Street, Springdale, (479) 633-7557, shopjamesandjames.com

FRESH FARE OPTIONS HEAD TO NLR

Donnie Ferneau (left) of Good Food

by Ferneau and Travis McConnell of Butcher & Public

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PHOTOGRAPHY: COURTESY OF JAMES + JAMES/TISH MCCLURE (DONNIE FERNEAU & TRAVIS MCCONNELL)

Style/Latest

Popular Central Arkansas chef Donnie Ferneau is bringing his most recent venture, Good Food by Ferneau, to North Little Rock. The health-centric, prepared-food business, which has gained fans while operating out of a church in Hillcrest, will soon open in the former location of Argenta Market on Main Street.

The mission of the restaurant-meets-market venue is to create delicious, freshly prepared food for people with active lifestyles, meaning many items are packaged and ready to eat. The healthy meals are made with organic and, oftentimes, local ingredients and many of the options are either glutenfree or sugar-free, making it easy to manage your dietary needs even when you are on the go. Diners will have the option to purchase packaged items to take home or order from the menu and dine-in at the recently renovated space—which retains its 1950s diner feel, but has been infused with a blackand-white color story to bridge the modern-meets-vintage aesthetic.

In addition, the soon-to-open eatery will also feature an in-house holistic butcher. Helmed by Travis McConnell, Butcher & Public will offer quality meats sourced from local farmers as well as tips for preparing them.

Good Food by Ferneau and Butcher & Public will be open Monday – Friday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. and on weekends from 10 a.m. – last call. Like them on Facebook to stay up-to-date on the latest menus. 521 Main Street, North Little Rock; Butcher & Public, (501) 410-7783, butcherandpublic.com; Good Food by Ferneau, (501) 804-8604, goodfoodbyferneau.com

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whether colonial, provincial or contemporary, there’s a design that’s ideal for your home

Style/Design

The latest offerings for fixtures, faucets, sinks, and showers prove to be as eye-catching as they are hardworking PRODUCERS Tiffany Burgess Adams & Mandy Keener PHOTOGRAPHY Courtesy of Vendors

A zero-threshold shower base by Jason marries elegance with practicality. Features such as a built-in seat (note: that it can be ordered without this feature), slip-resistant, textured flooring, and a steel-grate channel across the front of the base make it a universal design piece that provides both accessibility and comfort. Falk Plumbing Supply, Hot Springs, (501) 321-1231, North Little Rock, (501) 664-3911, falksupply.com; Plumb Perfect, Springdale, (479) 750-2333, springdalewinnelson.com; The Plumbing Warehouse, Little Rock, (501) 664-4183, theplumbingwarehouselittlerock.com September 2014 | athomearkansas.com 15

Style/Design 1

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3 1. Kohler’s new Artifacts™ line allows you to mix and

match spouts and handles for vintage-inspired fixtures for sinks, showers, and tubs, and then you can select your favorite finish. The Arc design bath spout with lever-style handles is shown here in Vibrant Brushed Bronze. Falk Plumbing Supply, Hot Springs, (501) 3211231, North Little Rock, (501) 664-3911, falksupply.com; Mid-South Plumbing, Jonesboro, (870) 275-4103, midsouthjonesboro.com; Southern Bath & Kitchen, Conway, (501) 327-9300, Little Rock, (501) 663-9700, Searcy, (501) 279-0400, southernbathandkitchen.com; The Plumbing Warehouse, Little Rock, (501) 664-4183, theplumbingwarehouselittlerock.com 2. The Odin fixture collection from Brizo pairs clean, Scandinavian design with forward-thinking technology including SmartTouchPlus™, which allows for both hands-free and touch sensitive operation. Falk Plumbing Supply, Hot Springs, (501) 321-1231, North Little Rock, (501) 664-3911, falksupply.com; Plumb Perfect, Springdale, (479) 750-2333, springdalewinnelson.com; Sanders Plumbing and Lighting, Hot Springs, (501) 525-2420, sanderssupply.net; The Plumbing Warehouse, Little Rock, (501) 664-4183, theplumbingwarehouselittlerock.com 3. In celebration of the 150th year of the brand, American Standard introduces DXV by American Standard. Based on the most influential design movements over the past 150 years, the new line features four movements or time periods with coordinating products. One of the four movements is known as Contemporary, which is represented in time from 1990-present and features designs such as the cleanlined Lyndon suite shown here. Caldera Kitchen & Bath Gallery, Springdale, (479) 756-8057; Ferguson Bath, Kitchen and Lighting Gallery, Springdale, (479) 927-2793, ferguson.com 4. A natural choice for a traditional, timeless bath, the Cassidy™ collection from Delta features numerous spout and handle options and is available in five finishes, including Champagne Bronze™ shown here. Falk Plumbing Supply, Hot Springs, (501) 321-1231, North Little Rock, (501) 664-3911, falksupply.com; Mid-South Plumbing, Jonesboro, (870) 275-4103, midsouthjonesboro.com; Plumb Perfect, Springdale, (479) 750-2333, springdalewinnelson.com; Southern Pipe & Supply, locations statewide, southernpipe.com; The Plumbing Warehouse, Little Rock, (501) 664-4183, theplumbingwarehouselittlerock.com 16 At Home in Arkansas | September 2014

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1. Native Trails classic farmhouse sink is crafted from NativeStone™, an innovative and strong blend of cement and

jute fiber, that is easy to clean and durable. Available in an ash, slate, or pearl finish. PC Hardware, Little Rock, (501) 224-1724, pchdwe.com 2. Perfect for a contemporary kitchen that also values efficiency, the BLANCO SONOMA™ faucet features clean lines and an ergonomic pull-down spray. Available in chrome or stainless steel. Falk Plumbing Supply, Hot Springs, (501) 321-1231, North Little Rock, (501) 664-3911, falksupply.com; PC Hardware, Little Rock, (501) 224-1724, pchdwe.com; Plumb Perfect, Springdale, (479) 750-2333, springdalewinnelson.com; Sanders Plumbing and Lighting, Hot Springs, (501) 525-2420, sanderssupply.net; Southern Pipe & Supply, locations statewide, southernpipe.com; The Plumbing Warehouse, Little Rock, (501) 664-4183, theplumbingwarehouselittlerock.com 3. Talk about convenience, the Ladylux3 Café Touch faucet from Grohe allows you to turn the water on or off by touching the top of the spout with your wrist or forearm. Gilmore’s Custom Kitchens, Jonesboro, (870) 9327638, gilmoreskitchens.com; Sanders Plumbing and Lighting, Hot Springs, (501) 525-2420, sanderssupply.net 4. A pot-filler faucet, like this one from Brizo, is a must-have to fill large stockpots quickly and easily without carrying them across the kitchen. Falk Plumbing Supply, Hot Springs, (501) 321-1231, North Little Rock, (501) 664-3911, falksupply.com; Plumb Perfect, Springdale, (479) 750-2333, springdalewinnelson.com; Sanders Plumbing and Lighting, Hot Springs, (501) 525-2420, sanderssupply.net; The Plumbing Warehouse, Little Rock, (501) 664-4183, theplumbingwarehouselittlerock.com 18 At Home in Arkansas | September 2014

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Life/Happenings HEAR IT. SEE IT. EXPERIENCE IT.

What to do in the Natural State

9TH ANNUAL THEA PAVES THE WAY

Ready to create art with your community? Join 500 of your soon-to-be closest friends for this event that encourages all participants to collaborate on a sidewalk-chalk art project that fills the pathways around the William J. Clinton Presidential Library. In addition, attendees will enjoy music and entertainment on the grounds. The annual event is held to share and promote the Thea Foundation’s mission to advocate the importance of the arts in the lives of children.

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ENJOY FALL!

SEPTEMBER 21

BELLE GROVE HISTORIC DISTRICT WALKING TOUR FORT SMITH

Experience one of Arkansas’ oldest neighborhoods firsthand on this guided tour, complete with colorful details of the homes’ first residents as well as a brief Fort Smith history lesson.

The district boasts the state’s largest variety of Victorian architectural styles and is committed to the area’s conservation.

Tour participants should gather at Fort Smith’s Clayton House at 2:30 to being the walking tour. Visit their website for more fall dates. (479) 783-3000, claytonhouse.org

VINTAGE MARKET DAYS OF NWA

SEPTEMBER 12-14 • FAYETTEVILLE

Shop ‘til you drop at the Pauline Whitaker Animal Science Center. Back for their second show of the year, Vintage Market Days—which is touted as an “upscale, vintage-inspired indoor/ outdoor market”—features antiques, art, clothing, jewelry, handmade pieces, home décor items, edibles, and even seasonal plants. What’s more, a portion of the $5 admission fee goes to benefit Rogers’ Saving Grace program, which offers support to young women who face homelessness. Visit their site for more details on Friday’s early bird shopping event. nwarkansas.vintagemarketdays.com

SEPTEMBER 18-20

EL DORADO FILM FESTIVAL EL DORADO

Attend this first annual event, which will feature screenings of films in a variety of genres as well as a special awards reception at the South Arkansas Arts Center (SAAC) on Saturday night.

The festival is part of SAAC’s 50th anniversary celebration, which will continue to feature special productions and exhibits throughout the year in honor of the milestone. Visit their website for more info on the film festival and a complete list of the year’s remaining events. (870) 862-5474, saac-arts.com

GO Arkansas vs. Nicholls State HOGS SEPTEMBER 6 • FAYETTEVILLE GO!

Put on your red and white, and get ready to call those hogs! Slated for a 3 p.m. kickoff, this will be the team’s first home football game of the year. arkansasrazorbacks.com

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PHOTOGRAPHY: MARK FONVILLE (THEA)/COURTESY VINTAGE MARKET DAYS OF NWA

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BRANSON

As summer begins to fade to fall, wind your way through the hills of North Central Arkansas to nearby Branson, Missouri for a memorable weekend getaway EATS & SWEETS Heading from Little Rock toward Branson, we decided to stop just over halfway through the trip for lunch at the popular Neighbor’s Mill Bakery & Café in Harrison.

Open for all three daily meals, Monday through Saturday, you’ll find a selection of pastries and sandwiches all made with handcrafted, natural breads. Enjoy a Classic Reuben sandwich, a Chipotle Turkey sandwich, or even a focaccia pizza in the charming mill setting. While you’re there be sure to pick up a loaf of their Garlic Triple Cheese Bread or a batch of pecan rolls to take home.

ENTERTAINMENT If you’re looking for live entertainment, we suggest heading to The Oak Ridge Boys Theatre (417-239-1333, oakridgeboystheatre.com). Located in the heart of Branson, the venue offers concerts and performances year-round. Not only can you listen to the sounds of The Oak Ridge Boys, who are at the theatre most weekends in the fall, you can also get tickets to other amazing acts such as Bill Cosby, Clint Black, and The Charlie Daniels Band. Visit their website to see the full calendar of shows.

WHERE TO STAY While resorts, hotels, and cottage rentals are all available in the area, we love Big Cedar Lodge. Located on Table Rock Lake, the resort features several options for rooms at the lodge, as well as private cabins—perfect for families. Be sure to check out their marina, golf course, spa, and stables during your visit.

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Tea Party Known for her restaurant, Charlotte’s Eats & Sweets, this collector pours her own flavor into the décor of her beloved Keo eatery STORY Tiffany Burgess Adams STYLING Tiffany Burgess Adams & Chip Jones

COLLECTOR Charlotte Bowls HOMETOWN Keo HER OBSESSION Teapots HOW IT BEGAN A watery blue teapot with a feminine silhouette caught Charlotte’s eye while visiting with her husband Curtis’ family. The piece, held by Charlotte here, belonged to Curtis’ grandmother and was proudly displayed in his mother’s china cabinet. Through the years, the teapot was handed down, and it became one of hundreds she would come to own.

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Life/Collecting MANY PEOPLE KNOW YOU AS THE PIE MAVEN OF CHARLOTTE’S EATS AND SWEETS IN KEO, BUT THE TEAPOTS REVEAL A BIT OF YOUR PERSONAL TASTE.

Yes, they do. I have always loved teapots and have been collecting them for more than 30 years. My daughter and I go antiquing a lot, and for some reason I just go to the teapots every time. I started collecting a few in my home, and then after we started the restaurant, we moved this piece [a large wooden hutch] out of the pharmacy area [of what used to be Leake’s Drug Store] and I thought, “that looks like a good place for my teapots.”

YOUR CUSTOMERS OVER THE PAST 21 YEARS HAVE PROBABLY SEEN YOUR COLLECTION GROW AND EVOLVE ALONGSIDE THE RESTAURANT. WHAT DO THEY THINK ABOUT THEM? I often see

customers looking at them, flipping them over, and some will even take them down to get a better view. I think they appreciate coming in and seeing the different styles, and I hear them say, “my mama used to have one of those” or “I can remember when I was a kid and my grandma had one of those.” It’s kind of like the pies we make here— they both bring back memories.

HAVE ANY OF YOUR CUSTOMERS CONTRIBUTED TO YOUR COLLECTION?

Actually, a lot of them bring me teapots, and one of my favorites came from a customer. She stuck her head in the kitchen door while we were in the lunch rush one day and said she wanted to talk to me when I got a minute. She told me she had recently lost her mother and found a teapot in her mom’s belongings when they were cleaning out her home.

She wanted me to have it, if I liked it. Of course, I loved it, and I wrote her a note to thank her and she wrote me back telling me how happy it made her that I loved it. The teapot she gave me is a sweet gold-and-white one that is on display here.

WELL, THE ONLY QUESTION THAT REMAINS IS, HOW DO YOU TAKE YOUR TEA? Ironically, I prefer my tea with sugar, lemon—and LOTS of ice!

My husband loves hot tea though.

Charlotte’s Eats & Sweets serves lunch TuesdaySaturday, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m in downtown Keo. For more info on their menu or pies, call (501) 842-2123.

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“Ironically, I prefer my tea with sugar, lemon—and LOTS of ice!”

—CHARLOTTE BOWLS

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As they prepare to open the doors of Heights Taco & Tamale Company, the culinary geniuses behind the brand give us a glimpse into the test kitchen where a bevy of soon-to-be-well-loved recipes are under development Story: Tiffany Burgess Adams Photography: Nancy Nolan Styling: Mandy Keener

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CELEBRATING A CLASSIC After the initial opening of Heights Taco & Tamale Company, McGehee plans to host monthly Browning’s throwback nights where the landmark restaurant’s most celebrated dishes will be served.

“We aren’t including these on our regular menu, but I want to pay homage to the institution and give people a chance to experience that menu,” McGehee says.

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“Mexican food is in my blood,” says Scott McGehee, executive chef of Yellow Rocket Concepts and one of four owners of the group’s newest venture, Heights Taco & Tamale Company. “I was raised eating at Browning’s [the restaurant that previously occupied Heights Taco & Tamale Company’s soon-toopen space], so the whole experience is very meaningful to me,” he adds.

McGehee had two overarching thoughts when the opportunity to open a restaurant in the historic Heights location presented itself: “First, I thought that doing anything other than Tex-Mex would be a disservice.

Second, we really wanted to do something unexpected—just as Browning’s did with their original Tex-Mex concept when they opened their doors in 1946,” McGehee says.

He also notes that the menu will differ from the coastal-inspired fare at Local Lime, one of Yellow Rocket Concepts’ three other ventures, which also include Central Arkansas’ ZAZA and Big Orange.

On this particular day, McGehee and chef Ben Brainard, who along with John Beachboard and Russ McDonough comprise the restaurant’s four partners, were working to perfect a few much-anticipated menu items, including Delta-style, pulled-pork tamales, Arkansas heirloom tomato pico de gallo, and a Paloma cocktail for those stopping in to visit the bar. Each dish has a strong, DeepSouth-meets-Texas-meets-Little Rock flair.

Brand Manager and Marketing Director Amber Brewer promises the restaurant’s fully renovated space will have a similar vibe, making it a casual, comfortable place to drop in for lunch or dinner. Heights Taco & Tamale Company is set to open later this fall.

*Brainard & McGehee having fun on the job.

*Palomas garnshied with grapefruit were a hit at the test kitchen dinner.

*Brand Manager Amber Brewer sets the table for the feast.

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From the Chef:

“I come from a bit of a Mexican food legacy, so this was important to me.

My father has a huge heritage locally with [the restaurants he opened,] Blue Mesa and Juanita’s.

Mexican food is in my blood,” says McGehee, who wants Heights Taco & Tamale Company to continue this same rich tradition, but with its own unique Southern stamp.

TRY THE RECIPES While the chefs hadn’t settled on the exact resturant menu the day of our shoot, they are allowing us to share recipes from the test kitchen with you before Heights Taco & Tamale Company opens its doors. Follow the At Home in Arkansas blog throughout the month of September to find the recipes for the pulledpork tamales, Arkansas heirloom tomato pico de gallo, and Paloma cocktail.

Special thanks to Kim & Russ McDonough for the use of their home for this recipe development party and to Tipton Hurst for the succulent floral arrangements on the table.

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Scott Paterek and Tammie Weaver of Massimo Interior Design worked in close collaboration with the owners of a riverfront Little Rock home to renovate their master bathroom and transform what was formerly a cramped and confining space into an everyday spa experience. From the custom LED down lighting— which allows the couple to transition seamlessly from evening to night—to the oversized rainfall showerhead, every detail of the space is intended to delight the senses. The result is a retreat—elegant but not extravagant—that invites self-care and produces an atmosphere of total calm.

MOODY BLUES

Floor-to-ceiling glass tiles wrap the room in two tones of grayish blue, creating a soothing, watery effect. When the homeowners approached Paterek with the idea of using blue hues—in a home otherwise decorated almost exclusively in neutrals—he knew that the palette he chose would need to carry a lot of gray, in order to avoid a jarring transition into the space.

“The rest of the house is very subtle, and if the walls had been a vibrant aqua, it would have been overwhelming,” Paterek says. While colorful rooms can sometimes be trendy, he explains, configuring the two colors of blue tiles in a random, brick-laid pattern protects the room from ever looking dated, because it is an approach to design that is grounded in timeless principles.

OPEN PLAN The greatest challenge of the renovation was the structural limitation of the room’s 13-foot width. As a solution, the team situated the bathtub in a deep bay, with picture windows on three sides. Extended closets and space for the toilet were added behind the shower, which allowed for an entirely open and symmetrical room design. An oversized shower with transparent glass walls stands centered in the space, allowing for an unobstructed view of the river from every angle. Identical floating Wenge wood vanities are situated opposite one another, and the mirror hanging above each reflects the river, further enhancing the expansive feeling of the space.

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A jaw-dropping view of the Arkansas River is the focal point of an ethereal master bathroom Story: Ashley Gill Photography: Nancy Nolan Styling: Chip Jones

Leslie Tetrev of Inside Effects offered her expertise in selecting natural surfaces for the room that would play well with the color palette. Of the process of selecting the floor tile, she says, “At the time […] the selection of gray tiles was limited, which made the choice even harder. We felt like we had two choices and didn’t like either one. When we broadened our search and found the limestone tile, we thought ‘That is it. Done.’”

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After the tile was installed, it was time to select a ceiling paint color. Paterek describes the process of getting it exactly right: “When you’re in a room like that—with all of the intense light from one side of the room, with different tile colors and reflections from the tile—it’s very difficult. We sampled eight or nine colors and waited 24 hours to see how the sun affected each one over the course of the day.”

ANGLES + CURVES The symmetry of the room and its sleek, contemporary design inheres in the precision and angularity of the various decorative elements. The metal finishes of the space are all polished chrome, and the hardware is linear. To soften the edge of the design, Paterek incorporated a circle motif that seems to allude to bubbles or pebbles. “The room is very tailored, and I wanted to add a little touch of femininity,” he says. On the wall behind the shower, a framed section of circular accent tiles provides a focal point opposite the grand view and helps to achieve the balance Paterek was seeking. A Robert Abbey chandelier decked with glass droplets adds another more delicate, glamorous touch; “Its elegance and curvature make it like art, hanging in the middle of the room,” Paterek says.

Design Resources Contractor Jack Hartsell, Jack Hartsell Construction, Little Rock, (501) 376-2871, jackhartsellconstruction.com Interior design Scott Paterek and Tammie Weaver, Massimo Interior Design, (501) 664-0355, massimointeriordesign.com Cabinets Jack Hartsell Construction, Little Rock, (501) 376-2871, jackhartsellconstruction.com Countertops, flooring, and tile Inside Effects, North Little Rock, (501) 954-8866, insideeffects.com Fresh floral Tipton Hurst, Conway, (501) 329-6633, Little Rock, (501) 666-3333, North Little Rock, (501) 753-0709, tiptonhurst.com Lighting and mirrors Massimo, Little Rock, (501) 664-0355, massimointeriordesign.com September 2014 | athomearkansas.com 43

Story: Tiffany Burgess Adams Photography: Nancy Nolan Styling: Chip Jones

To add square footage, Michelle and Steve Smart extended the footprint of the kitchen in their 1927 colonial home by taking in a back terrace.

The extra space allowed for both a breakfast area and a keeping room to be added.

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Designer Courtney Smart Stone updates her parents’ kitchen to accommodate their evolving needs

Growing up in a home, you gain a certain level of comfort—and often a sense of nostalgia— when it comes to the space’s design and character.

However, over the course of time many of the traits that endear the space to you become features that must change to continue to serve the owners’ needs. Such is the case with the El Dorado childhood home of designer Courtney Smart Stone.

FAMILY STYLE Michelle and Steve Smart purchased their colonial-style home 24 years ago.

However, as their daughter (Stone) and her two brothers grew, moved out of the home, and began to start families of their own, the Smarts’ needs changed. “Living on the golf course, they have friends come up on the back deck to chat all the time, and they love being close to the pool to take their three grandchildren swimming,” says Stone of the couple’s casual lifestyle and fondness for their home’s location.

“They knew they needed to make the home more functional, but just hadn’t found the right time to do it,” she adds. When Courtney graduated from the University of Arkansas’ interior design program and moved back to El Dorado to begin her career, it was clear the time had arrived.

EXPANDED HORIZONS Stone and her parents both liked the idea of opening up the kitchen to create an open-concept floor plan where living, dining, and cooking areas merged. However, as the plans progressed they realized this meant guests in the living room would not only be able to see their hosts in the kitchen, but also the pots and pans where they had prepared dinner. As a remedy Stone proposed keeping the formal living room’s wall intact and opening up the kitchen in a different direction by moving an outside wall and taking in a patio space. “We knew that if we didn’t enlarge the space, we weren’t going to be any better off,” says Michelle of the decision.

The extra space now houses the breakfast table as well as a comfortable seating area or keeping room where family members can gather and watch television. “It’s a shame this wasn’t done when I was growing up so the whole family could’ve been together in one place,” says Stone of the newly created casual sitting area.

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ISLAND LIVING Functionality was equivalent with space when it came to the kitchen’s must-haves. Michelle had visited a friend in Colorado whose kitchen had two islands—one for working and a separate for dining or gathering. She loved the concept and decided to incorporate the idea into this renovation. The two islands run parallel to one another allowing Michelle to begin working on dinner at one while her grandchildren enjoy an afternoon snack at the other.

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From left to right: The rich wood of the traditional-style, working island coordinates with the wood-grain porcelain floor tiles. A desk area allows Michelle to pay bills or return emails while she keeps an eye on the oven. Glass pendants are another nod to the kitchen’s classic elements.

MIXING PAST AND PRESENT The Smarts have antiques throughout their home and wanted to keep a beloved French breakfast table in the room to create a sense of continuity throughout the house. To encourage this marriage of old and new, Stone incorporated rich woods into the modern white palette. For example, the flooring consists of a latticework pattern of wood-grain porcelain tiles and white marble. The same porcelain tiles were used to create the media wall in the keeping room, giving modern conveniences such as a wall-mounted television a heritage-rich feel. Stone also used ornately carved crown molding to soften the room’s modern lines and give the space “an evolved look with authenticity.”

CLOSE COMFORT As both Michelle and Courtney reflect on the project, it appears that not only has it brought the family together in one area of the home when they gather, but also drawn mother and daughter even closer. “It was so important to us to keep the integrity of the home while we updated it, and we trusted Courtney completely to make those decisions,” Michelle says. “God really gave her a talent, and it was a joy and privilege to work with our daughter to make this dream a reality.”

Design Resources Interior design Courtney Smart Stone, Sydney Murphy Design, El Dorado, (870) 863-6625, sydneymurphydesign.com Intern architect Michael Rogers, CADM Architecture, Inc., El Dorado, (870) 863-7367, Magnolia, (870) 234-7008, cadmarchitects.com Contractor Del Mack Construction, El Dorado, (870) 310-9705 Accessories, fabrics, furniture, and lighting Sydney Murphy Design, El Dorado, (870) 863-6625, sydneymurphydesign.com Art Backwoods Art & Frame, El Dorado, (870) 863-5254 Appliances Metro Appliances & More, Jonesboro, (870) 933-7800, North Little Rock, (501) 758-1988, Springdale, (479) 750-2200, metroappliancesandmore.com Cabinets and millwork El Dorado Cabinets & Millwork, El Dorado, (870) 862-8644 Countertops and flooring Classic Marble & Granite, El Dorado, (870) 863-5033, marbleexperts.com Fixtures Sanders Plumbing & Lighting, Hot Springs, (501) 525-2420, sanderssupply.net Paint Sherwin-Williams, locations statewide, sherwin-williams.com September 2014 | athomearkansas.com 47

Story: Tiffany Burgess Adams Photography: Nancy Nolan Styling: Chip Jones

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A homebuilder and his family draw inspiration from their own experiences as well as a famous Manhattan apartment to bring charm and functionality to their kitchen

A mix of graphic prints creates a casual, eclectic look in the kitchen’s adjoining dining space. Facing page: Rich green cabinetry, inspired by actress Cameron Diaz’s Manhattan apartment’s kitchen, is the focal point of the transitional design.

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Green has always been a favorite of mine, and the cabinet color was actually the first thing I picked out.

—LYDIA JAMES

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For Randy and Lydia James building houses is a way of life. For more than 26 years, the couple has been working together to craft homes for Arkansans, so when it came to creating their own dream residence they had a few ideas in mind.

APPROACH WITH PASSION “Because we’ve built so many homes we knew what we didn’t want—and we didn’t want it to be too formal,” says Lydia of her Little Rock home’s overarching design. From the start, the Jameses decided to consult with Miguel Newberg of M. N’Teriors, with whom they had worked on several other projects. Not only were they fond of working with Newberg, they knew she could help them with the design process. “Everything was a challenge for me,” Lydia says. “I do it for others all the time [in spec homes], but I struggled with my own home,” she admits.

RIGHT ON HUE One major choice that seemed to stand out from the start was the color for the kitchen cabinetry. “Green has always been a favorite of mine, and the cabinet color was actually the first thing I picked out,” Lydia says. The alluring emerald has a modern feel that is still very much grounded in traditional design.

The color was inspired by the cabinetry in Cameron Diaz’s Manhattan apartment, which was designed

by Kelly Wearstler. After seeing Diaz’s kitchen in Elle Décor, Lydia fell hard for the bold, statementmaking color and knew she wanted to use it in her own home. “Through the process, I actually started waffling on the color, and I may have changed my mind if Miguel hadn’t convinced me it was perfect,” Lydia says. Luckily, she stayed the course, and it is now one of the room’s most-loved features.

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Wood flooring, a furniture-style island, and classic cabinetry panels comprise the room’s traditional undertones. Facing page, clockwise from top left: A contemporary glass tile backsplash is juxtaposed with classic corbels. A custom, built-in bar area features two refrigeration drawers, where the family stores bottled water and sports drinks to grab on the go. Playing off the intensity of the cabinetry color, graphic drapery panels, and vivid contemporary art add flair in their own respect.

FULLY ACCOMMODATING Eye-catching wasn’t the only requirement on the James’ wish list. The newly built kitchen also had to be functional for their family, which includes a son who is now away at college and two teen daughters. “Lydia and Randy are both great cooks, so it was important the space had easy-to-use elements,” Newberg says.

Features such as a touch-release faucet, dish-washing and refrigeration drawers—rather than traditional models—and a drink refrigerator designated for kids are all smart features for a family on the go. In addition, a walk-in pantry, built-in recycle bins, and an open-faced wine rack help to keep everything close at hand for the chefs. “The entire space is super functional,” Lydia says.

The couple opted for a large, smooth-surfaced island with retro-inspired barstools and a separate breakfast table. The bar is big enough to accommodate the entire family and also works well for serving appetizers and beverages when the couple entertains. These two areas offer the Jameses what Newberg refers to as a “casual, welcoming, and family-oriented” space.

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Design Resources Interior design Miguel Newberg, M. N’Teriors, Little Rock, (501) 993-2766, mnteriors.com Contractor Randy James, Randy James Construction, Little Rock, (501) 771-2566, randyjamesconstruction.com Appliances Metro Appliances & More, Jonesboro, (870) 933-7800, North Little Rock, (501) 758-1988, Springdale, (479) 750-2200, metroappliancesandmore.com Barstools Ken Rash’s of Arkansas, Little Rock, (501) 663-1818, kenrashsoutdoorfurniture.com Cabinets and hardware Duke Custom Cabinets, Roland, (501) 868-8111, dukecustomcabinets.com Countertops Casa Blanca Granite Fabricators, Little Rock, (501) 455-2520, casablancagranite.com; Pacific Shore Stones, Mabelvale, (501) 455-3600, pacificshorestones.com Fixtures The Bath Shoppe, Maumelle, (501) 753-0788 Floors Ozark Hardwood Flooring, Marshall, (870) 448-5775, ozarkhardwoodfloors.com Lighting TEC Electric, Jonesboro, (870) 932-7252, North Little Rock, (501) 758-5483, tecelectric.com Painting—decorative Angelfish Studios, (501) 960-4826, angelfishstudios.net Tile—backsplash Elder Tile, North Little Rock, (501) 758-4170, elderdistributing.com Window coverings Cynthia East Fabrics, Little Rock, (501) 663-0460, cynthiaeastfabrics.com September 2014 | athomearkansas.com 53

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TRANSITION Unique finishes, sleek features, and abundant storage define a small kitchen that is big on style Story: Jennifer Bonds Photography: Rett Peek Styling: Chip Jones

Easy-care finishes and sleek, simple style were at the top of homeowner Diann Hurley’s wish list. She traded lower cabinets for drawers to better suit her storage needs, and created a clean backdrop by taking the cabinets up to the ceiling. Textured glass panels were added to some of the cabinetry doors for a varied look and open feel.

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When it comes to keeping a home, more is not always more. Such was the case for Diann Hurley, who recently downsized to a new home on a golf course in Northwest Arkansas. “I have about half of the square footage that I did in my last home, but am finding that I could actually live with even less,” she says.

A trio of beaded pendants from Lighting Emporium brings in the room’s red accent color along with a touch of glamour. Sleek, wood-and-metal barstools offer low seating without disturbing the view into the adjacent den.

CLEAR VISION Hurley worked with builder Clint Williams of CW Homes, Inc. of Fayetteville. “Clint is very meticulous and handson, so I knew the house was in good hands,” she says.

“My previous home was more traditional, and this time I wanted a very clean, crisp look without a lot of fuss,” says Hurley of the predominantly black-and-white space.

Dark hardwood floors with a distressed finish offer a touch of patina and, in contrast with the light walls and white cabinets, give the space the crisp feeling Hurley desired.

A PLACE FOR EVERYTHING Having built her previous house, Hurley had experienced the design process before and had ideas about what she wanted for the home—especially the kitchen. “I knew that I wanted floor-to-ceiling cabinets, smart storage, and easy-to-keep finishes,” she says. Custom cabinets from TL Wood Products stretch to the crown molding to make good use of every inch of space and eliminate the need to clean cabinetry tops. A large walk-in pantry more than suits her storage needs, while a small appliance garage keeps the counters free of clutter.

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In lieu of a breakfast nook, Hurley chose to create a seating area with a pair of slipper chairs. The striped fabric mimics the kitchen’s color scheme. Facing page: Hurley chose a stainless range hood with a slim, unobtrusive profile. The backsplash is a glass and marble mosaic tile from Whiteline Designs. Both the embossed crocodile countertops and the articulating faucet—which is operated with a joy stick—are conversation starters on the kitchen’s large island.

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“I love the OPEN concept. It’s nice to not be isolated while in the KITCHEN.” —Diann Hurley

OPEN AIR On the large island, the stainless steel under-mounted, double-basin sink allows for easy maintenance and a smooth, clean look, while an articulating Kohler faucet feels both modern and industrial. The island faces the den, where Hurley frequently entertains friends. “I love the open concept. It’s nice to not be isolated while in the kitchen,” she says. Barstools at the island and a nearby dining room negated the need for a breakfast table, so instead Hurley furnished the area with a pair of comfortable slipper chairs that invite conversation as well as reflection. “The window looks out onto the golf course, but it feels very pastoral and relaxing,” Hurley says.

SURFACE AREA When it came to the room’s expanse of countertops, durability was an important factor. “Diann knew that she wanted quartz because it is heat-, scratch-, and stain-resistant,” says Holly Chesnut of Springdale’s New Century Counter Tops and Tile. “We introduced her to a Caesarstone product that is embossed with a crocodile print.” Hurley’s previous kitchen had polished granite counters, and while she appreciated the ease of use, she found keeping them fingerprint-free to be a chore. “With the textured quartz, I got the dark look that I wanted without the upkeep,” she explains.

For Hurley, the time spent poring over every detail of the kitchen was worth it. “With the help of the wonderful team, the kitchen came out just as I’d hoped—sleek and open, with a relaxed transitional style,” she says.

Design Resources Contractor Clint Williams, CW Homes Inc., Fayetteville, (479) 521-2275, clintwilliamsconstruction.com Kitchen design Holly Chesnut, New Century Counter Tops & Tile, Springdale, (479) 756-0093, newcenturycountertops.com Accessories and lighting Lighting Emporium, Springdale, (479) 751-8184, lightingemporium.com Appliances Metro Appliances & More, Jonesboro, (870) 933-7800, North Little Rock, (501) 758-1988, Springdale, (479) 750-2200, metroappliancesandmore.com Art Art Emporium, Bentonville, (479) 273-5990, Fayetteville, (479) 521-4141, Springdale, (479) 419-5110, aenwa.com Cabinets TL Wood Products, Springdale, (479) 927-0472, tlwoodproductsinc.com Countertops New Century Counter Tops & Tile, Springdale, (479) 756-0093, newcenturycountertops.com Fixtures Anderson Electric and Plumbing Supply, Harrison, (870) 741-1044, Rogers, (479) 631-9733, Springdale, (479) 756-8055, andersonep.com Flooring Ridout Lumber Co., locations statewide, ridoutlumber.com Furniture Abide Furniture, Springdale, (479) 750-5225, abidefurniture.net; Lighting Emporium, Springdale, (479) 751-8184, lightingemporium.com Hardware Hearth & Home, Lowell, (479) 770-5408 Millwork Quality Millwork, Bethel Heights, (479) 872-0222, North Little Rock, (501) 945-6545, qualitymillwork.net Paint Sherwin-Williams, locations statewide, sherwin-williams.com Painting Pacheco’s Cleaning & Painting, Springdale, (479) 790-0497 Tile Whiteline Designs, Fayetteville, (479) 287-4222, whitelinedesigns.net Windows Peck Windows and Doors, Bentonville, (479) 254-9226, peckwindow.com Window coverings Encore Flooring and Building Products, Springdale, (479) 361-8900, encoregroupusa.com September 2014 | athomearkansas.com 59

CLASSIC TWIST A homeowner’s worst nightmare turned into a chic new bath for this Fayetteville shop owner Story: Jennifer Bonds Photography: Rett Peek Styling: Chip Jones 60 At Home in Arkansas | September 2014

Pops of gold along with bold artwork add a touch of yellow—homeowner Erin Bridges’ favorite color—to the otherwise gray and white bath.

Designer Chris Goddard had the marble floor tiles laid in a herringbone pattern to draw visual interest.

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The vanity’s fretwork details were a starting point for the room’s design, and the motif is echoed in an eye-catching pair of mirrors. The window is dressed with a box-pleated valance trimmed with Greek key on the top and yellow on the bottom.

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Old Man Winter brought more than snow and ice to one Fayetteville home: he brought an unplanned renovation. “A pipe behind a wall in the bathroom burst, and flooded the living room and kitchen below,” explains homeowner Erin Bridges.

“I immediately called on Chris Goddard—who was doing some work in my boutique at the time— because I knew he could put it all back together.”

Bridges, who owns Fayetteville’s Tesori, a bridal and formalwear boutique, as well as a Lilly Pulitzer shop known as The Pink Pig, packed up her family and moved out for four months while work on the house was completed. “I trusted Chris completely,” she says.

“He did me the courtesy of showing me his plans in advance, but I knew I would love whatever he came up with.”

TAKING SHAPE Familiar with Bridges’ “classic, but with a twist” personal style, Goddard was inspired by interpretations of classic motifs to create a chic, sleek space that is a study in transitional style. “I repeated several variations of three shapes—a circle, a twist, and a graphic line—to give the space layers and keep the eye moving,” Goddard explains. His interpretation of the Greek Key motif combined with Asian fretwork appears on the custom cabinetry and vanity mirrors, while the room’s Schumacher wallpaper features overlapping circles in soft shades of gray, white, and beige; the sconce and chandelier incorporate the twist shape.

COLOR STORY The heavily grained Brazilian Carrara marble on the vanity sets the space’s palette of soft gray and white, which is punched up by the charcoal gray cabinetry. Bridges made only one request for color throughout the house: yellow, her favorite hue. Goddard used a sunny shade of the color in small but high-impact doses throughout the room.

LOVELY LAYERS “You can dress a room the same way you might dress yourself: in layers of colors, patterns, and finishes,” says Goddard, who used eighteen different patterns in this bath, by his count. “Tonal variations and appropriate scale and proportion keep it from looking too busy.”

Functionally, not much about the bath has changed. The orientation of the shower was swapped and a freestanding soaking tub replaced a seldom-used garden tub. However, the room’s style factor increased exponentially. “Before, everything was awful turquoise and lime green and I couldn’t turn on the shower without getting soaked,” Bridges recalls. “Now, it looks on par with the rest of the house: clean, colorful, and classic, but with a modern twist.”

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It’s all in the details: [clockwise from top right] Chrome-and-Lucite drawer pulls add sparkle.

Plush yellow velvet covers the vanity chair.

A tile mosaic in the shower breaks up the expanse of marble. Artful accessories make the utilitarian space feel special.

“YOU CAN DRESS A ROOM THE SAME WAY YOU MIGHT DRESS YOURSELF: IN LAYERS OF COLORS, PATTERNS, AND FINISHES.” —Chris Goddard

Design Resources Contractor Michael King, King Kustoms, Cave Springs, (479) 225-2082 Interior and bath design Chris Goddard, Goddard Design Group, Fayetteville, (479) 521-2592, goddarddesigngroup.com Accessories, fabrics, hardware, lighting, mirrors, and wallpaper Goddard Design Group, Fayetteville, (479) 521-2592, goddarddesigngroup.com Cabinets MH Woodworks Inc., Seligman, Missouri, (417) 662-3329, mh-customwoodworks.com Electrical Jeremy Word, Word’s Electric Inc., Springdale, (479) 530-1269 Fixtures Ferguson Enterprise, Springdale, (479) 927-2793, ferguson.com Tile Encore Flooring and Building Products, Springdale, (479) 361-8900, encoregroupusa.com Window coverings Goddard Design Group, Fayetteville, (479) 521-2592, goddarddesigngroup.com; Stitches of Joy, Fayetteville, (479) 595-4581

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RE-BATH OF ARKANSAS

A practical approach to re-envisioning and remodeling your home’s bath

owner: Adam Priest locations: Fort Smith, Little Rock, and Jonesboro. history: Priest has a background in construction and purchased the Arkansas franchise of Re-Bath in 2005. Since that time the company has grown to three locations that now are able to serve central, northwest, and northeast areas of the state. services: The company specializes in updating existing baths to give clients a dream space. “When Re-Bath first started many, many years ago they were doing these inserts over tubs. That’s NOT what we do today. We actually take your bathroom down to the studs and work our way out. This allows us to address any problems under the surface, rather than just covering them up,” Priest says. trademarks: Re-Bath is known for their quick turn-around and full-service approach. You can visit their website to download an idea book, and then call to schedule an appointment with a design specialist. Once all the pieces are in place they can typically have a new bath installed in just one to two days. Over the past nine years, Re-Bath has transformed more than 3,000 baths in Arkansas.

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End Notes

Fall in A rkansas

As we prepare for the arrival of autumn, shop owners in small towns around the state reflect on their favorite seasonal pastimes.

“I love going to all the LOCAL FESTIVALS. The weather is always wonderful and the food is delicious.” —Tara “My favorite fall activity is going to Sunday brunch with friends after church. The fall always makes for the BEST PATIO WEATHER.”—Rachael —Tara Barton and Rachael B. Ruud (right), Owners, The Merry Magnolia, Marion

READING A GOOD BOOK in the fall because “Of course, I love

it can often be the perfect transportation medium of the human spirit...sometimes moving you to inspiration, other times driving you for motivation, and even blessedly delivering you to restoration.”

“I love going to

HOLIDAY HOUSE in Little Rock.

I enjoy seeing old friends and meeting new people there. Plus, this is also a time when I get to introduce new shapes and patterns in my pottery line.”

—Chris Crawley, Owner, That Bookstore in Blytheville, Blytheville

—Gail Miller, Owner, Miller’s Mud Mill, Dumas

“I love all season changes, particularly the transition into fall. A cool is in the air, the leaves are changing, and I get to do some of my favorite things:

HUNTING, FISHING, AND FINDING PEACE IN THE CRISP OUTDOORS at my hunting camp where I relish in cooking and gathering with my family and friends. What could be better?”

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