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Contents S E P T E M B E R 2 015

54 Home

Style

42 The Sweet Life

13 Finds

Chris Milligan of Dwellings Inc. designs a family kitchen in Little Rock

48 Finishing School

Angelfish Studios adds polish and character to a West Little Rock kitchen

52 Second Time’s the Charm Sherwood clients return to Kitchen Tune-Up for a renovation in a new home

54 K itchen R edux

A Little Rock family home receives a refreshing modern makeover

60 Serene Escape

Tami Risinger creates a dream master bath for her longtime clients’ vacation home

64 Modern Sensibility

Contemporary design and practical features combine for a stunning master bath in West Little Rock 4 At Home in Arkansas | September 2015

Recipe for Color

16 L atest

Design Openings, Arrivals & Launches

19 Design For the Finish

Life

Special Section 68 Local Favorites

Kitchen & Bath Professionals

In Every Issue

8 A Note from the Editor in Chief 72 End Notes

on the cover

Design by Tami Risinger Interiors.

Photography by Rett Peek. See page 60.

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26 H appenings

Events in The Natural State

29 Discover West Little Rock

35 Entertaining The Heart of a Hostess

39 Garden

Easy Autumn Color

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From The Editor in Chief

Although I am all thumbs when it comes to food preparation, even I can appreciate the excitement that comes from stepping into a truly beautiful and thoughtfully designed kitchen. When I return from viewing an amazing local residence, one of the first questions I am often asked is, “What did you think of the kitchen?” I have to say, a great kitchen can help sell a house, even when the rest of the house may not be as outstanding.

Today, there are so many choices when it comes to designing a kitchen. However, the overall layout of most kitchens is quite similar, and we all have the basic components—ranges, refrigerators, and room to gather—to make the space functional. It’s in the details that we find character and personal expression. I love how so many kitchens have uncommon attributes that homeowners feel inspired to share when touring these spaces. Many are ideas that surprise me­—not because they aren’t clever­—but because the resident has taken the time to point out how a small addition is one that has emerged as a favorite.

When it comes to baths—another of the home’s hardest-working rooms—the story is quite similar. Here, an array of finishes and the juxtaposition of manmade surfaces and natural elements often set one apart from another. I love the fact that in our state there are so many different styles and budgets; one can really get a wide range of ideas by simply looking around at what your neighbors are doing. For instance, heated floors and a towel warmer (like the ones featured in the modern bath on page 64) are thoughtful, high-value amenities that any homeowner could appreciate as a luxury.

Perhaps more than any other space, these two rooms are places we love when they are great and abhor when they have seen better days. The kitchens and baths in this issue are certainly loved by their creators. You can see the pride they take when they are put on display, and it is because of the happiness they bring that we chose to share them with you this month.

Chip Jones Editor in Chief chip@athomearkansas.com

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PHOTOGRAPHY: RETT PEEK

“A great kitchen can help sell a house, even when the rest of the house may not be as outstanding.”

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Inspired by the impeccable design and incomparable food found in Italy, Viking’s new “Tuscany” line has an Old World look coupled with the brand’s well-known high performance features. Products include 36- and 48-inch ranges and hoods as well as a dishwasher. Available through Metro Appliances & More, Jonesboro, (870) 933-7800, North Little Rock, (501) 758-1988, Springdale, (479) 750-2200, metroappliances andmore.com September 2015 | athomearkansas.com 13

Style/Finds

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Spice up your kitchen with bright and fun culinary essentials PRODUCER Norma Edwards PHOTOGRAPHY Courtesy of Vendors and Matthew Martin

KitchenAid professional 9-speed hand mixer in Candy Apple Red. Williams-Sonoma, Little Rock, (501) 663-3019, Rogers, (479) 636-0153, williams-sonoma.com

Mason Cash mixing bowl embossed with a green apple motif. Euna Mae’s, Springdale, (479) 419-9690, eunamaes.com

The Original Gripper™, dishwashersafe cutting board and Kuhn Rikon color-coded kitchen knives. Eggshells Kitchen Co., Little Rock, (501) 664-6900, eggshellskitchencompany.com

Electronic mill for pepper, salt, or herbs.

Supreme Fixture Co. Inc., Alexander, (501) 4552552, supremefixture.com

Dishwasher-, oven-, and, microwave-safe small casserole dish. Fifth Season, Little Rock, (501) 225-0544, fifthseason.com Nespresso® VertuoLine coffee and espresso maker.

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Pint glasses with bright bicycle motif.

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Style/Latest ARRIVALS, OPENINGS & LAUNCHES

News From Around The Natural State

West Little Rock has a new resource for all things home design. Kaufman

by Design West, an extension of Kaufman by Design and Kaufman Lumber, recently opened its doors in a newly constructed building on Highway 10. Catering to both designers and homeowners, the spacious new location is truly a one-stop shop. The store offers flooring, lighting, hardware, paint, and a great selection of home décor, including pieces from the Park Hill Collection. Blending transitional with traditional pieces, Kaufman by Design strives to meet the need for a design resource center in the area. You’ll find lighting lines such as James R. Moder, Jubilee Collection, Trans Globe, and Casablanca Fan Company along with custom Karastan and Dixie Home rugs, Mohawk flooring, and Emser tile—just to name a few. In addition, you’ll find all the traditional hardware store products at a separate, but attached shop within their new complex.

Visit them to see new seasonal arrivals and take advantage of their free design service and paint consultations. Kaufman by Design West will be open Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. 14900 Cantrell Road, Little Rock, (501) 673-3995, kaufmanbydesign.com

BLUE GOOSE TO OPEN IN FAYETTEVILLE

A new home furnishings and décor store is set to open in Fayetteville at the beginning of September. Owner and operations manager Matt Blair has been collecting antiques and doing local shows for years. The new venture will offer a mix of these antiques alongside industrial and mid-century pieces, repurposed finds, gifts, and candles. Blue Goose will also carry Amy Howard paint and soon will be offering courses in the store’s built-in studio. 3660 Front Street, Fayetteville, (479) 443-2664

A New Home for Cabbage Rose

Cabbage Rose Florist recently relocated their floral design shop to West Little Rock’s Pleasant Valley Plaza. Owner David Kirkpatrick and floral designer Felecia Pleis will continue to offer the same breathtaking florals for weddings and events as well your everyday needs. Customers will also be able to select their own blooms from a walk-in cooler or shop the store for gift items and candles. Follow them on Instagram (@cabbageroseflorist) and Facebook for news on their upcoming fall open house and Bouquet Blueprint event for brides-to-be. 11220 North Rodney Parham Road, Suite 9, Little Rock, (501) 6644042, cabbageroseflorist.com

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Style/Design Kohler “Whitehaven” kitchen sink and “HiRise” kitchen faucet. Falk Plumbing Supply, falksupply.com; Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery, ferguson.com; J&B Supply Inc., jandbsupply.com; Mid-South Plumbing, midsouthjonesboro.com; Southern Bath & Kitchen, southernbathandkitchen.com; Southern Pipe & Supply, southernpipe.com; The Plumbing Warehouse, Little Rock, theplumbingwarehouselittlerock.com

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Style/Design

warm up BRONZE & COPPER

Brizo’s “Baliza” TempAssure® thermostatic shower trim, finished in Brilliance® Brushed Bronze. Arkansas Supply Inc., arkansassupply.com; Falk Plumbing Supply, falksupply.com; Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery, ferguson. com; J&B Supply Inc., jandbsupply.com; Lumber One Home Center, lumberonehomecenter. com; Plumb Perfect, springdalewinnelson. com; Ridout Lumber, ridoutlumber.com; Plumb Perfect, springdalewinnelson.com; Sanders Supply, sanderssupply.net; Southern Pipe & Supply, southernpipe.com; The Plumbing Warehouse, theplumbingwarehouselittlerock.com

Delta’s “Cassidy™” Roman tub faucet and hand shower in Champagne Bronze™ finish. Arkansas Supply Inc., arkansassupply.com; Falk Plumbing Supply, falksupply. com; Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery, ferguson.com; J&B Supply Inc., jandbsupply.com; Lumber One Home Center, lumberonehomecenter.com; Plumb Perfect, springdalewinnelson.com; Ridout Lumber, ridoutlumber.com; Sanders Supply, sanderssupply.net; Southern Pipe & Supply, southernpipe.com; The Plumbing Warehouse, theplumbingwarehouselittlerock.com

“Aurora” freestanding, hand-hammered copper bathtub in Antique finish, by Native Trails. Anderson Electric & Plumbing, andersonep.com; Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery, ferguson.com; J&B Supply Inc., jandbsupply.com; PC Hardware, pchdwe.com; Plumb Perfect, springdalewinnelson.com; Sanders Supply, sanderssupply.net; Triton Stone Group, tritonstone.com 20 At Home in Arkansas | September 2015

Delta’s Trinsic® single-handle, pull-down kitchen faucet featuring Touch2O® technology for touch activation. Arkansas Supply Inc., arkansassupply. com; Falk Plumbing Supply, falksupply.com; Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery, ferguson. com; J&B Supply Inc., jandbsupply.com; Lumber One Home Center, lumberonehomecenter.com; Plumb Perfect, springdalewinnelson.com; Ridout Lumber, ridoutlumber.com; Sanders Supply, sanderssupply.net; Southern Pipe & Supply, southernpipe.com; The Plumbing Warehouse, theplumbingwarehouselittlerock.com

Wall-mounted traditional pot filler by Brizo, finished in Brilliance® Brushed Bronze, with dual shut offs. Arkansas Supply Inc., arkansassupply.com; Falk Plumbing Supply, falksupply.com; Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery, ferguson.com; J&B Supply Inc., jandbsupply.com; Lumber One Home Center, lumberonehomecenter.com; Plumb Perfect, springdalewinnelson.com; Ridout Lumber, ridoutlumber.com; Sanders Supply, sanderssupply.net; Southern Pipe & Supply, southernpipe.com; The Plumbing Warehouse, theplumbingwarehouselittlerock.com

Farmhouse sink by Rocky Mountain Hardware, finished in Silicon Bronze with a light patina. PC Hardware, pchdwe.com

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Style/Design

keep your cool CHROME &NICKEL

“Geneva” bathroom faucet by Grohe, in Brushed Nickel Infinity finish. Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery, ferguson. com; Gilmore’s Custom Kitchens, gilmoreskitchens.com; J&B Supply Inc., jandbsupply.com; Sanders Supply, sanderssupply.net; Triton Stone Group, tritonstone.com

Delta’s “In2ition®” Two-in-One arm-mounted shower in Chrome finish. Arkansas Supply Inc., arkansassupply.com; Falk Plumbing Supply, falksupply.com; Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery, ferguson.com; J&B Supply Inc., jandbsupply.com; Lumber One Home Center, lumberonehomecenter.com; Plumb Perfect, springdalewinnelson.com; Ridout Lumber, ridoutlumber.com; Sanders Supply, sanderssupply.net; Southern Pipe & Supply, southernpipe.com; The Plumbing Warehouse, theplumbingwarehouselittlerock.com

The “Kipling” freestanding bathtub, new from American Standard.

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Vent hood from Vent-a-hood’s Designer Series customizable line. AAA Home Center, aaahomecenter.net; Gilmore’s Custom Kitchens, gilmoreskitchens.com; Kitchen & Bath Concepts, kbc1. com; Metro Appliances & More, metroappliancesandmore.com; Shay’s Appliance, shaysappliance.com; Westbrook Premier Kitchen & Bath, Inc., (870) 932-7044

Blanco “Meridian™” semiprofessional kitchen faucet in Satin Nickel. Anderson Electric & Plumbing, andersonep.com; Falk Plumbing Supply, falksupply.com; Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery, ferguson.com; PC Hardware, pchdwe.com; Plumb Perfect, springdalewinnelson.com; Sanders Supply, sanderssupply.net; Southern Pipe & Supply, southernpipe.com; The Plumbing Warehouse, theplumbingwarehouselittlerock.com; Triton Stone Group, tritonstone.com

Native Trails’ “Pinnacle” 33-inch, hand-hammered copper farmhouse sink, finished in Brushed Nickel. Anderson Electric & Plumbing, andersonep.com; Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery, ferguson.com; J&B Supply Inc., jandbsupply.com; PC Hardware, pchdwe.com; Plumb Perfect, springdalewinnelson.com; Sanders Supply, sanderssupply.net; Triton Stone Group, tritonstone.com

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PHOTOGRAPHY: RETT PEEK

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Amy Nelson Hannon, owner of Springdale’s charming kitchen and home goods store, Euna Mae’s, shares brunch recipes and tips for hosting a crowd with hospitality. See the full story on page 35.

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

Events From Around The Natural State

SPA CITY

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24TH ANNUAL HOT SPRINGS JAZZ FEST SEPTEMBER 2-6 • HOT SPRINGS

Featuring events that are open to the public Wednesday through Sunday, the annual festival is a draw for both seasoned jazz lovers as well as those who are just beginning to discover the genre.

From a jazz mass held at St. Luke’s Episcopal to a street dance in downtown, there’s an event for everyone—and many of them are free. Check the website for details. hsjazzsociety.org

HOT SPRINGS BLUES & BBQ FESTIVAL

SEPTEMBER 19 & 20 • HOT SPRINGS

Held in the Oaklawn Racing and Gaming infield, this two-day event, which is presented by Budweiser, will feature performances from nearly 20 blues acts. While you listen, you can also sample barbecue from teams who are competing in the festival’s KCBS (Kansas City Barbeque Society)-sanctioned competition. Doors open at 11 a.m. on both Saturday and Sunday. Tickets are $20 in advance and $30 at the door. Visit the website for more information. (800) 625-5296, hsbluesbbq.com

AMADEUS

What to do in Northwest Arkansas!

AUG. 27-SEPT 20 • FAYETTEVILLE

Peter Shaffer’s “Amadeus” is a suspenseful tale of power that is intensified by music and balanced with comedy. The Tonyaward-winning play tells the highly fictionalized story of a composer named Antonio Salieri who threatens to discredit and destroy the legacy of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. As a production of TheatreSquared, Northwest Arkansas’s only year-round professional theatre, performances will be held at Walton Arts Center’s Nadine Baum Studios.

(479) 443-5600, theatre2.org

POLO IN THE OZARKS SEPTEMBER 12 • FAYETTEVILLE

This much-anticipated annual event is a fundraiser for Northwest Arkansas’s Lifestyles, Inc., which strives to help those with disabilities develop skills and talents to live independently. Guests will enjoy a live polo match as well as tailgating festivities, dinner, dancing, and both live and silent auctions.

(479) 521-3581, lifestylesinc.org

Bella Rustina Modern Vintage Market

SEPTEMBER 18-20 • LITTLE ROCK

Head to War Memorial Stadium to shop antique, vintage, and vintage-inspired goods from more than 175 vendors. Following the popularity of their spring event, this is the second show Bella Rustina has held inside the stadium’s concourse. Get a jumpstart on your shopping by attending Friday night’s early buying event (held from 4 – 8 p.m.) for just an $8 entry fee. General admission, $5—good for Saturday and Sunday. (501) 230-5728, bellarustina.com

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Like adventurers with appetites, we love dining under the stars and enjoying our favorite restaurants and our city’s great local cuisine. There’s nothing quite like a great night out with your family and friends to delight the senses and feed the soul.

With more than 550 restaurants in Little Rock, be an explorer — there’s plenty of restaurants to try and new favorites just waiting to be discovered. Whatever your dining preference, Little Rock has a new Southern style and charm that’s uniquely its own that you can experience and taste each day — you can taste it all, right here in Little Rock.

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Home to a variety of restaurants, boutiques, and home décor retailers, West Little Rock is a hub for shopping—whatever your need may be. Read on for a few of our favorite destinations.

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Start your day at Pleasant Ridge Town Center, located on Cantrell Road.

For the latest in women’s fashion and accessories, check out Beyond Cotton II (501-221-1539). Give your wardrobe a refresh for fall with new denim styles, booties, and accessories—including jewelry and handbags. Among their most recent additions is the Adina Reyter jewelry line, which is a celebrity favorite thanks to its contemporarymeets-classic style that is perfect for everyday wear. Stop in to let the friendly, trendsetting staff help with your wardrobe needs.

For all of your skincare and cosmetic needs, step just next door—or through the shared interior doorway—to Pout (501-224-8222, poutoflr.com).

In addition to the shop’s first-class selection of makeup (including their new Chantecaille line), skincare products, cosmetic bags, gift items, and more, they also have an in-house aesthetician.

Make your appointment for a facial, peel, waxing, or airbrush tan session— all done onsite in the convenient and

welcoming location. What’s more, they also offer makeup application for weddings, proms, and special events.

Pout is truly a neighborhood gem for women of all ages and skin types who want to look and feel their best.

From there, head just across the parking lot to another of the center’s fabulous stops, Embellish (501-2236965), where you’ll find a huge selection of furnishings, art, and accessories— perfect for your own home or to give as a gift. Whether it’s a large piece of art, an upholstered chair, a colorful rug, or just a few decorative items to give your space personality, Embellish is a mustvisit shop for what you seek, with a range of styles and price points.

Continue down Cantrell Road to Obsessions Interiors (501-868-9333).

As a premier store for home décor and furnishings, Obsessions can help you outfit your home with everything you need—whether your style is timeless or trendy. The 6,300-square-foot showroom features lamps, original art, accessories, side tables, chairs, sofas, and more. Their in-house designers can work with you to create a fully furnished dream design

or to help you find a few new pieces to update your look. Follow them on Facebook for their latest arrivals.

Next, head over to Rodney Parham Road to Bamboo (501-2280063, icmbamboo.com). As a part of Independent Case Management (ICM), which is a non-profit that provides support for individuals with developmental disabilities, Bamboo serves a need in the community and provides stylish home wares and gift items. Visit them and you may find an ICM client staffing the store as a part of a paid internship program that helps develop job skills and training. Be sure to check out their seasonal arrivals for fall, including frames, throw pillows, and wall hangings. The store is open Tuesday – Saturday, 12 – 6 p.m.

Last but certainly not least, Reinvented Vintage (501-350-4769, reinvented-vintage.com) is a true treasure and a destination not to be missed.

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selection of painted furniture pieces— as well as all the paint supplies for your own milk- or chalk-paint DIY project— Reinvented Vintage also has a great new selection of rugs, throws, pillows, and original artwork. Check out their hands-on paint classes, offered twice per month.

MAKE IT HOME If you live in the West Little Rock area or are planning to move there, you’ll need a solid list of resources to keep your home running at its peak and looking its best. We suggest starting with a consultation with designer Shayla Copas of Shayla Copas Interiors (501-258-7396, shaylacopas. com), who can help you make your house a home. Whether you are starting from scratch with a new build or you need help with personalization, Copas has the experience and style to set your home apart with timeless, eyecatching design elements.

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design consultations, visit Phoenix Interiors (501-225-0400) where the talented staff can assist you with everything from space planning and furniture placement to selecting a wall color or looking over blueprints to help make design suggestions for a fully functional and beautiful home.

The recently expanded showroom— located just off Chenal Parkway— features 9,000 square feet of gorgeous pieces from lines such as Century, CR Laine, Sherrill Furniture, and other American-made upholstery companies—all ready to go home with you after purchase. In addition, you’ll find a well-stocked selection of accessories, art, glassware, pillows, candles, jewelry, and gift items.

From there head down Cantrell Road / Highway 10 to the newly opened Kaufman by Design West (501-673-3995, kaufmanbydesign.com).

The recently built shopping center is an extension of one of Arkansas’s most-trusted names in the building industry, Kaufman Lumber. This location was created with a focus on

all the design elements you need for your home, from flooring and lighting to home décor. Visit the store’s spacious showroom to see all of the furniture, fixtures, and fantastic finds.

For more information on their opening and offerings, see the feature in this issue’s “Latest” section.

Continue west on Highway 10, and you’ll find The Good Earth Garden Center (501-868-4666, thegoodearthgarden.com)—the perfect stop for all of your landscaping, nursery, and outdoor needs. For more than 40 years, the garden center has been a go-to source for Arkansans looking to enhance their home’s curb appeal, spruce up their backyard, or just grow a few favorite plants. They offer everything from bulbs to vegetables and pottery to fountains. In addition, you can also call on them for landscape design and installation services, Mosquito X misting services, lawn maintenance, and irrigation services.

Visit them to see why they were named as one of the 13 Great Garden Centers to Visit by HGTV Gardens.

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To continue your hunt for great home finds, head to Rodney Parham Road for a number of stops, including Fabrics, Etc. (501-224-6040). Located in the Market Place Shopping Center, the shop offers a great selection of in-store bolt fabrics that can be cut to your desired quantity and taken home that day. If you have a certain swatch or look in mind, search their large inventory of special-order textiles to find the custom fabrics to complete your space. They carry both indoor and outdoor textiles in a range of hues and textures. Fabrics, Etc. also offers monogramming, custom upholstery, headboards, draperies, bedding, and more. In addition, you’ll find drapery hardware, blinds, and shutters. They also make house calls to offer design help.

Just across Rodney Parham Road in Pleasant Valley Plaza, you’ll find one of Arkansas’s best sources for outdoor furnishings, Ken Rash’s of Arkansas (501-6631818, kenrashsoutdoorfurniture.com).

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with outdoor furniture lines such as O.W. Lee, Brown Jordan, KingsleyBate, and Lloyd Flanders (see the “Contempo” collection featured in the image above). They also offer a huge selection of grills (including the Big Green Egg) and gas logs. For the interior of your home, don’t miss their large assortment of indoor barstools.

Let the friendly staff help you outfit your space.

Continuing down Rodney Parham Road to the intersection at Markham, you’ll find a fabulous resource for all your lighting needs.

Light Innovations (501-223-9026, light-innovations.com) offers lamps, wall and ceiling fixtures, light controls, LED fixtures, exterior and landscape lighting, and more. Not only is their showroom stocked with numerous options, they also have special-order catalogs to help you find just the right piece for your home.

Conveniently located in the same space as Light Innovations, you’ll find PC Hardware (501-224-1724, pchdwe.com). Stocked with much

more than just cabinetry and door hardware, the retailer is a must-visit source for anyone who is building or remodeling. You’ll find faucets, sinks, tubs, fire pit and fireplace materials and accessories, and more. Their knowledgeable staff can assist you with your upcoming project—no matter the size or style.

Finally, when you are ready to kick back and relax, the Little Rock Convention and Visitors Bureau (501-376-4781, littlerock.com) has a few ideas in mind for September fun, including the kick-off of the city’s cultural institutions’ new fall season.

Take a trip to the theatre by attending Shakespeare’s “Macbeth” at The Rep, which runs September 11–27, or “Puss in Boots” at the Arkansas Children’s Theatre September 18– October 4. Indulge in a few hours with the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra at the “Grieg’s Piano Concerto,” on September 26 and 27, or get a taste of a variety of arts at the ACANSA Arts Festival to be held September 16–20 in Central Arkansas.

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my Nelson Hannon loves to host a crowd—and she’s good at it. As a mother to three, a pastor’s wife, and owner of a thriving (and charming!) kitchen store, it’s no wonder. While all of these titles certainly qualify her for the role, it’s clear her driving passion for hosting and cooking stems from the store’s namesake, Euna Mae (see the quote at right for Hannon’s own words about her beloved grandmother) and the skills and character she instilled in Hannon.

“I’ve always considered myself more of a ‘host’ [than an entertainer],

making food and creating a welcoming place for people to gather, sit, visit, eat, laugh, and make memories,” she says.

Guided by these principles, she created a comfortable, laid-back brunch to be enjoyed by weekend guests—meaning there’s not only time to eat, but also time to catch up on life and enjoy being together. “Every fall my best friend comes to visit from Dallas. The weekend that she and her family come to Northwest Arkansas is one that I get giddy about!

The one meal we know with certainty that we will be able to enjoy together is brunch before we leave for campus [for

In her own words, Hannon shares the legacy of Euna Mae, her grandmother, the namesake of her Springdale store, and the inspiring mentor who led to her own love of and knack for cooking and hosting.

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Euna Mae fed people. It was her love language, just as it is mine! She fed her Circle group, her Sunday school class, and her grandchildren every Wednesday when we’d come over to play while our parents all went

to choir practice at the Baptist church. She’d make compassion meals for people who were hurting. She’d donate treats for area bake sales. And she hosted and fed her family’s families on snow days, any given

sunny afternoon, and every Easter and Christmas for as long as I can remember. She always had cold Cokes

in red cans in the refrigerator and a little bite of sweet on the counter, or in the freezer, fridge, or a candy dish on the coffee table! And her cast iron skillet made its home on the stovetop where she made my Papa Nelson

a fried egg every morning of his life. She had always had an open door and something to serve us. It filled up our insides in all kinds of ways!

the Razorback football game],” she adds.

This year the menu includes everything from a light yogurt with granola to a veggie-filled frittata. “To be a happy host and not be scrambling in a panic with a houseful of company, I make ahead what I can; and I sneak in a few shortcuts! The zucchini crumb muffins and granola can easily be baked the day before and stored in airtight containers.

And in order to get homemade buttermilk biscuits without the mess, I serve Callie’s Biscuits that are fresh-frozen from Charleston, South Carolina (available at Euna Mae’s). They’re handmade, shipped frozen, heat in 20 minutes, and they’re the best biscuits I’ve ever eaten,” Hannon

says. And although the food looks tempting on its own, Hannon seizes the opportunity for a beautiful presentation by artfully dishing up each menu item in tableware from her shop.

It’s not just the brunch food that makes loved ones feel special at her home.

Hannon preps for the arrival of overnight guests by leaving cookies on their bedside tables and placing special soaps and lotions in their bath for a thoughtful touch. With food and flourishes like these, who wouldn’t want to spend a weekend with Hannon as the host?

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“You can go into houses built a hundred years ago and see almost exactly the same kitchen. White never goes out of style; it’s crisp and clean, bright and open.”

— CHRIS MILLIGAN

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When a Little Rock

couple approached Chris Milligan about building a new house inspired by the American vernacular style of architecture with lots of natural light and a “happy feel,” he knew that the open-concept kitchen and living space would be the hub of the home. The homeowner knew she wanted her kitchen to be three things—classic, seamless, and delightful, so she and Milligan worked very closely together to achieve her vision.

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CLASSIC The kitchen has a very traditional look, with unmistakable Southern influences. “The draw of that design style goes back to my childhood, when my grandmother and I traveled to her home state of Mississippi. She grew up near Natchez, and we toured many historical homes there when we visited. The architectural details—all swirled in with the happy memories of us together in Mississippi—must have stuck with me, because I knew exactly what I wanted in a home,” the homeowner says. The timeless character of her new kitchen is expressed through an elegant, coffered ceiling, inset cabinetry with Shaker-style doors, and natural wood flooring. Milligan notes that perhaps the most traditional element of the kitchen is the color palette: “You can go into houses built a hundred years ago and see almost exactly the same kitchen. White never goes out of style; it’s crisp and clean, bright and open.”

The Carrera marble countertops are another striking and truly timeless feature of the kitchen. “I love the marble and am very happy with the choice we made. We certainly debated the pros and cons of marble, granite, and quartz. Then, one hot day, we stopped for ice cream at an historical building in downtown Little Rock. We bellied up to the bar in the old building and noticed the marble countertops that were worn, but still quite beautiful.

That sealed the deal for me. I thought the marble still looked great and classic after decades of wear,” she says.

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SEAMLESS Milligan knew the homeowner also had her heart set on a streamlined look and enhanced day-to-day functionality. To eliminate the visual clutter in a room that sees so much ongoing activity, the solutions had to be built-in: they chose paneled-front appliances and installed easy-access cabinetry designed to house small appliances and frequently used kitchen tools. “Especially in an all-white kitchen,” the homeowner says, “I like the clean look of appliances hidden or blended into the overall look.”

The kitchen’s pantry is inventively customized with dual access: it opens into the kitchen and out to an exterior, garageadjacent loading space, or pantry room, where items can be easily stocked directly into the pantry from a vehicle. “The original plans called for an art wall where the pantry cabinet is now,” the homeowner remembers, “but I thought it would be so nice if I could just reach through this ‘art wall’ and grab things as I’m cooking. After chatting with Chris, the dual-opening pantry concept evolved into what it is now. Not only does it store our food, it also houses our coffeemaker, toaster, and microwave, which I love.”

DELIGHTFUL A number of more whimsical elements in the kitchen reflect the fun and dynamic spirit of the young family. For example, the aforementioned pantry opening is crafted to look like a freestanding piece of furniture. This piece of cabinetry is painted turquoise, and the cabinet doors and hardware— crystal egg knobs, by Emtek—are a different style than what is seen in the rest of the kitchen. “My husband loves the pop of color, because he is not keen on all white everywhere,” the homeowner says. And, on one wall in the wetbar, the backsplash is lined with antiqued mirrors for a fresh feel.

The delight of this kitchen is not exclusively visual—or even culinary, as the homeowner explains: “A designated baking area was at the top of my list, because my kids enjoy baking. I imagined a lot of birthday cakes, Thanksgiving pies, and special memories being made here. I wanted a functional space where the kids can reach the flour, measuring cups, et cetera, because I want the kids to feel independent in the space while they are creating their masterpieces.”

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Design Resources Contractor, interior design and kitchen design Chris Milligan, Dwellings Inc., Little Rock, (501) 831-0729, dwellings-ar.com Appliances Metro Appliances & More, Jonesboro, (870) 933-7800, North Little Rock, (501) 758-1988, Springdale, (479) 750-2200, metroappliancesandmore.com Cabinetry Dwellings Inc., Little Rock, (501) 831-0729, dwellings-ar.com Countertops Casa Blanca Granite, Marble & Tile, Inc., Little Rock, (501) 744-0387, casablancagranite.com Flooring Arkansas Wood Floors, Little Rock, (870) 688-8788, arkansaswoodfloors.com; Forest to Floor, Little Rock, (501) 353-0746, foresttofloor.com

Florals Tipton & Hurst, locations throughout Central Arkansas, (501) 666-3333, tiptonhurst.com Millwork and windows Lumber One Home Center, Mayflower, (501) 470-1122, Stuttgart, (870) 673-3601, lumberonehomecenter.com Mirrors West Little Rock Glass, Little Rock, (501) 223-3034, westlittlerockglass.net Paint Benjamin Moore, locations statewide, benjaminmoore.com Painting Daniel Canseco Painting, Little Rock, (501) 247-0372 Painting—decorative White Goat, Conway, (501) 504-6643, Little Rock, (501) 603-9460, whitegoatstyle.com Tile ProSource, Little Rock, (501) 791-9928, prosourcewholesale.com September 2015 | athomearkansas.com 47

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In their new home,

Sheila and Bob Casali wanted a kitchen that was both distinguished and delicate. To achieve exactly the look they were after, they called on their longtime friend and Texas-based interior designer Laura Towery. “They are really more like my extended family,” Towery says of her relationship with the Casalis, “so when they called and asked me to get involved in the project—of course I did. I knew they wanted something pretty and formal but also very livable, and we got right to work.”

First, Towery and the Casalis selected Top Star granite for the countertops; this choice guided them to the color palette for the room. The stone surface is rich and dynamic, with mottling in a palette of contrasting neutrals shot through with an array of warm metallic tones. “When we got the granite in and set out to choose the accent color for the island and vent hood, we must have bought twenty samples to test to find the perfect color,” Towery recalls. She finally chose a muted, pale celadon that pairs gracefully with the white seen on the rest of the custom cabinetry in the space.

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To take the kitchen’s air of elegance to the next level, Towery brought Tracy Rivers of Angelfish Studios on board to soften the finish of the cabinetry with a metallic sheen. “I don’t usually choose to do faux finishes in my projects;” Towery notes, “I like my finishes very quiet. But I wanted to dress up the cabinetry in a subtle way.” Rivers applied a pearlescent wash to the white cabinetry and a bronze wash to the island base and the vent hood. “It’s very unusual to have a metallic wash in a kitchen,” Rivers says, “and that’s what makes this very special. The result is just so soft—the luminescence makes it very delicate looking.”

Rivers also painted accent striping on the hood and island cabinetry to simulate brass embellishment, complete with faux solder lines for authenticity.

For the range backsplash, Towery chose diamond-shaped limestone tiles set inside a frame of wide strips of bronze. “I did want something that popped in the room. I wanted to highlight the material of the stone itself, more than the color, and I wanted it smooth, with no rough edges,” Towery says. Part of an antique, Italian gate purchased at the Roundtop Antiques Fair and retrofitted as a chandelier now hangs above the island. “After we hung it,” Towery explains, “I saw that it needed something more, so I added gold accents to coordinate with the backsplash and the cabinet details.” The hickory flooring received a custom stain to add warmth and depth. With such careful attention to detail and subtlety of customization, the total impact of the kitchen is, as Rivers describes, “very unique, but not so different you’re shocked by it.” Towery is also pleased with the result, as well as the design process itself: “It was such a fun project, and it worked out just like we wanted.”

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“The result is just so soft—the luminescence makes it very delicate looking.”

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Design Resources Contractor and kitchen design Kevin Hughes, Kevin Hughes Construction, Little Rock, (501) 821-5364 Interior design Laura Towery, DéLa Designs, McKinney, Texas, (214) 763-5842, deladesignsinc.com Cabinetry, countertops, flooring, and hardware Kevin Hughes Construction, Little Rock, (501) 821-5364 Florals Tipton & Hurst, locations throughout Central Arkansas, (501) 666-3333, tiptonhurst.com Lighting Laura Towery, DéLa Designs, McKinney, Texas, (214) 763-5842, deladesignsinc.com Paint Sherwin-Williams, locations statewide, sherwin-williams.com Painting—decorative Angelfish Studios, Little Rock, (501) 960-4826, angelfishstudios.net

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A SHERWOOD COUPLE ENLISTS THE HELP OF KITCHEN TUNE-UP NOT ONCE BUT TWICE FOR PRACTICAL AND FUNCTIONAL KITCHEN RENOVATIONS

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In just three years,

Cricket and Bob Butler undertook two kitchen renovations. “We were in another home—where we thought we would be forever— and decided to remodel that kitchen,” Cricket explains.

Little more than a year later, the couple found themselves in a new neighborhood with another kitchen in need of an update. “I called Susan [Johnson of Kitchen Tune-Up] again, because I loved the finished product from our old home and working with them.”

Together they took the kitchen down to its studs to create a space the couple will love for years to come.

WARM, NATURAL Convenient AESTHETICS espresso Dark, cherrywood cabinetry station pairs with granite countertops and a natural travertine backsplash—which is bordered with the same granite found on the countertops—for a traditional appeal. Details, including dentil molding and weathered nickel cabinetry hardware add character.

“One of the things I love about this kitchen is that it’s not so big or outlandish—its design is fully attainable in any space. It really lacks for nothing; it has all of the elements and beauty of any larger space,” Johnson says.

PRACTICAL ELEMENTS Baking and decorating cakes is one of Cricket’s favorite pastimes, so a central island was a must-have to provide her with ample workspace. Additionally, she requested a double oven—a feature she did not have in her previous kitchen—to accommodate multiple dishes. The cabinetry extends to the ceiling and provides plenty of storage for all of her baking supplies and cookware.

EAT-IN AMENITIES While the kitchen remains cozy when it comes to square footage, the layout allows for a dining space at the far end. Here, Johnson also designed a cabinetry piece with glass-front doors to give the couple a place to display crystal. The Butlers love coffee and wanted a nook for their Andreja Premium espresso machine. The counter space on this built-in unit is a perfect spot for it—allowing them to easily refill their cups while they eat breakfast or read the morning paper at the dining table.

Design Resources Contractor Kitchen Tune-Up, North Little Rock, (501) 223-8888, kitchentuneup.com/little-rock-ar-johnson Kitchen design Susan Johnson, Kitchen Tune-Up, North Little Rock, (501) 223-8888, kitchentuneup.com/little-rock-ar-johnson Appliances Metro Appliances & More, Jonesboro, (870) 933-7800, North Little Rock, (501) 758-1988, Springdale, (479) 750-2200, metroappliancesandmore.com Cabinets Kitchen Tune-Up, North Little Rock, (501) 223-8888, kitchentuneup.com/little-rock-ar-johnson Countertops and tile All Natural Stone, Little Rock, (501) 280-9777 Flooring Henry Enterprises, North Little Rock, (501) 374-2904 Florals Tipton & Hurst, locations throughout Central Arkansas, (501) 666-3333, tiptonhurst.com Lighting TEC Electric, Jonesboro, (870) 932-7252, North Little Rock, (501) 758-5483, tecelectric.com Paint Sherwin-Williams, locations statewide, sherwin-williams.com September 2015 | athomearkansas.com 53

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kitchen

redux

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KITCHENS

kitchen wish list INDUSTRIAL, RESTAURANT– STYLE FAUCET DOUBLE WALL OVENS LARGE RANGE ICE MAKER APRON SINK MORE SPACE!

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“Gary renovated this kitchen 30 years ago,” says Cathy Pursell, wife and business partner of Gary Pursell, of Gary Pursell Construction. “So, basically he tore out his own work to remodel this kitchen for their family,” she laughs. After three decades and a change in ownership, everyone agreed it was time to reinvent the space and create a kitchen with multiple zones, an abundance of amenities, and an inviting, fresh feel that suited the owners’ style and would welcome their now-grown children home for family gatherings.

SPACE GOALS The homewoners had worked with the Pursells, who also operate Creative Heights Partners—the design arm of Gary Pursell Construction—on a large curb appeal makeover, so it felt natural to turn to them for the complete overhaul of the hub of their home: the kitchen.

“After Gary did the front of the house, I felt like we had confidence in him to do the kitchen, and it was just the perfect time. He could picture it exactly as it looks now, even though I couldn’t,” says the homeowner, who has lived in the residence for 22 years.

One of the biggest goals was to open up the kitchen to the rest of the home. The area was both cramped and separated from other rooms—meaning the chef had limited space and often missed out on conversations. To remedy the situation, the Pursells took in the home’s dining room, giving them additional square footage, and knocked out a wall that separated the common areas. The dining room was relocated to a little-used formal living room. They also raised the roofline to give more space overhead. Now, separate zones—including the island and cooktop, the prep area, a coffee bar, a hospitality area, and a dining space—dot the room.

Hospitality area

DESIGN DECISIONS While the homeowner knew she wanted the kitchen to be more spacious, she wasn’t set on any one aesthetic. “She came to my house and said ‘I love it,’ ” says Cathy, who developed a friendship with the homeowner during the renovation. Drawing on design details the client liked from the Pursells’ own home, Cathy created a kitchen rooted in traditional style but accented with modern flourishes—a true transitional-style space. “She wanted it to be contemporary but not cold—really kind of a mix. Originally, she was considering an all-white kitchen but I suggested the gray for a bit of balance,” Cathy says of the steely—yet warming—hue. The gray, which appears in the backsplash, walls, and countertops, marries with the stainless steel appliances and fixtures for a well-coordinated and relaxed feel.

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Extra prep space

Restaurantstyle faucet

Coffee bar

PRACTICAL PROVISIONS The Pursells often work side by side: Gary from the contractor’s viewpoint and Cathy from a decorative perspective. To make the home truly function for the family, they worked together to assess the way the homeowners live and use their kitchen. “We worked with [the homeowner] on all of her space needs down to where she wanted to keep her baking pans and recycling bins—we got very detailed on this project. We mapped it all out and got it just where she wanted,” Cathy says.

Aside from high-functioning elements including the tall, restaurant-style faucet and large apron sink, the homeowners also gained storage in the island and the upper cabinetry. In addition, a second dishwasher—located in the hospitality area—makes for easy cleanup after family gatherings or parties. “We have so much fun coming over here to cook now; we even broke in the new kitchen by making a big pot of gumbo,” says Cathy of the end result.

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Design Resources Contractor Gary Pursell, Pursell Construction Inc., Little Rock, (501) 350-9807, creativeheightspartners.com Interior and kitchen design Cathy and Gary Pursell, Creative Heights Partners, Little Rock, (501) 240-4854, (501) 350-9807, creativeheightspartners.com Accessories Ellen Golden Antiques, Little Rock, (501) 664-7746 Appliances Metro Appliances & More, Jonesboro, (870) 933-7800, North Little Rock, (501) 758-1988, Springdale, (479) 750-2200, metroappliancesandmore.com Cabinetry Renaissance Cabinets, North Little Rock, (501) 803-3868 Countertops The Countertop Store, North Little Rock, (501) 771-9200, thecountertopstore.biz

Florals Tipton & Hurst, locations throughout Central Arkansas, (501) 666-3333, tiptonhurst.com Furniture—barstools Ken Rash’s of Arkansas, Little Rock, (501) 663-1818, kenrashsoutdoorfurniture.com Lighting TEC Electric, Jonesboro, (870) 932-7252, North Little Rock, (501) 758-5483, lighting.tecelectric.com Paint Sherwin-Williams, locations statewide, sherwin-williams.com Painting Daniel Canseco Painting, Little Rock, (501) 247-0372 Tile—backsplash Acme Brick, Tile & Stone, locations statewide, acmebricktileandstone.com

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DESIGNER TAMI RISINGER TRANSFORMS A DARK, POORLY ORGANIZED BATH INTO A RETREAT-WORTHY SPACE FOR HER LONGTIME CLIENTS’ VACATION HOME

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Brown shag carpet and

a dark, closed-off shower area aren’t ideal conditions for any master bath—especially when the bath is situated on the beautiful shores of Lake Hamilton. Luckily, homeowners Jennifer and Chris Crain knew just who to call to turn the dated bath into an inviting retreat: Conway-based designer Tami Risinger.

After assessing the clients' wants and needs, she sought to give the room an airy, calm, and light-filled design—an aesthetic that is consistent with her own sunny disposition. “I really wanted to make it serene because, here, when you walk in the door, you are on vacation,” the designer says.

Silver travertine tiles, in a range of hues, complement the lavender wallpaper.

SPACE REIMAGINED Taking the room down to its core, Risinger thoughtfully reconstructed a layout that maximizes the space and allows the Crains to take full advantage of the lake view. For example, the freestanding tub is positioned at an angle near the windowed corner to allow for a private vista of nature during a soak. A walk-in shower with a built-in bench and body spray jets sits opposite the tub, making good use of the corner. At the far end of the room, the couple chose to install a steam shower, complete with two built-in lockers, which sit just outside, to store robes and slippers.

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Quartzite countertops and polished chrome sconces and fixtures create a continuous flow of gray hues.

POISED PALETTE “Jennifer requested lavender for the room,” Risinger says; “Her grandmother had lavender in her home and that brought back great memories for her.” Risinger set out to incorporate the pastel in a subtle yet impactful manner, beginning with the wallpaper. “I love the wallpaper because it is soft and the tree pattern is really a natural fit with the view outside,” Risinger says.

A range of grays complements the lavender, showing up most notably in the tile work. Silver travertine—seen in a variety of patterns and shapes—covers the walls of the shower, the floor, and the backsplash. “You can take a natural stone and slice it so many different ways,” Risinger says of the material’s versatility.

Quartzite countertops and polished chrome sconces and fixtures create a continuous flow of gray hues.

ARTFUL ACCESSORIES Never one to leave a space without flair, Risinger accented the functional design with eye-catching pieces. A bench with a contemporary Lucite base and Mongolian fur upholstery gives the room an of-the-moment air, while pieces of Murano glass add style that transcends time. The Lucite material is repeated in both the side table by the bath and the drapery rods, creating an elegant atmosphere from all perspectives.

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Design Resources Bath and interior design Tami Risinger Interiors, Conway, (501) 454-2575 Contractor Salter Construction, Conway, (501) 327-2807, salterconst.com Shower and tub installation Inside Effects, North Little Rock, (501) 954-8866, insideeffects.com Accessories, furniture, lighting, and wallpaper Tami Risinger Interiors, Conway, (501) 454-2575 Flooring, hardware, plumbing fixtures, shower, tile, and tub Inside Effects, North Little Rock, (501) 954-8866, insideeffects.com Art Emporium Home Heights, Little Rock, (501) 313-2418, emporiumhome.com Florals Tipton & Hurst, locations throughout Central Arkansas, (501) 666-3333, tiptonhurst.com Paint Sherwin-Williams, locations statewide, sherwin-williams.com Rugs Martinous Oriental Rugs, Little Rock, (501) 224-0313, martinous.com Steam shower Salter Construction, Conway, (501) 327-2807, salterconst.com Window coverings Possibilities Unlimited, Conway, (501) 472-5189

The couple chose to install a steam room complete with two built-in lockers.

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modern sensibility A WEST LITTLE ROCK COUPLE, WHO ARE WELL VERSED IN DESIGN, CREATE A DREAM MASTER BATH THAT WILL LAST FOR YEARS TO COME S T O R Y: T I F FA N Y A D A M S P H O T O G R A P H Y: R E T T P E E K ST YLING: CHIP JONES

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Charlene and Chuck Prousnitzer know the market when it comes to the latest and greatest in lighting, tubs, sinks, faucets, and other home design elements. The pair have spent their lives helping clients source the perfect items and create dream spaces—Charlene as the owner of Light Innovations and Chuck as the retired owner of PC Hardware. So it comes as no surprise they knew just what they wanted at the outset of a complete renovation of their new home’s master bath. “Because we are in the lighting and hardware business, it had to show off our product,” Charlene says. The entire project “was a labor of love between me and Jeff Junkin of Jeff Junkin Construction,” says Charlene, who holds a design degree from LSU. Contemporary in style and “loaded” when it comes to functional features, one word defines the design for both Charlene and Chuck: practicality.

Sleek and functional fixtures

TECHNOLOGICALLY ADVANCED TUB At first glance, you might not think practical when you see the striking feature wall and freestanding tub that greet you upon entry into the space. “The bath was designed around the tub faucet essentially,” Charlene says. The placement was key to the floor plan in order for the waterfall to artfully fill the tub. The Carrera marble, three-dimensional wall accentuates this artistry, but functionality still reigns. For example, the Prousnitzers chose a BainUltra freestanding, heated, air-jet tub. The pinhole-like jets around the edges of the bath make for a cleaner version of a traditional jetted tub by preventing buildup. Plus, after the water empties from each use, the jets come on to blow out air, drying them and preventing mildew. Additionally, the fixture’s satin nickel finish—which is forgiving for fingerprints—also hints at the couple’s wish for sensible design. “Everything is functional but aesthetically pleasing,” Charlene says.

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Neutral walls to let art pop

Drawers with soft-close guides

SHOWER SPECS “No matter where we moved, we knew the master bath would be redone, because Chuck and I both have specifications about how we like our showers,” Charlene notes. The couple had thermostatic temperature controls installed, which allow them each to switch on the water at a preferred temperature. “You can set it and forget it,” she says of the convenient feature. Aside from separate temperature controls, the double shower also has his and her sides. “My side has a handheld spray that we also use for cleaning, those days when because of surgery or some other reason you can’t be fully immersed in water, and for washing our dogs,” Chuck says, who notes that the shower also has a bench for ease of use. On Charlene’s side, you’ll find a wall of body spray jets installed for what she calls a “carwash-” like, quick yet relaxing effect.

THOUGHTFUL AMENITIES AND MATERIALS Aside from the bathing areas, a number of other functional features were incorporated in the design. Quartz countertops were chosen over marble for their stain-resistant quality; LEDbordered mirrors offer cross lights for additional task lighting; pop-out outlets disguise electrical receptacles; and drawers (rather than shelving concealed by doors) with soft-close guides keep the space tidy.

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Concealed—but equally important—are a tankless water heater, which ensures that the dishwasher, washing machine, and shower can all perform at the same time without a water shortage, and heated floors, which the Prousnitzers keep at a constant temperature throughout the year for comfort and consistency.

Design Resources Bath design Charlene Prousnitzer, Light Innovations, Little Rock, (501) 223-9026, light-innovations.com; Jeff Junkin, Junkin Construction Co., Roland, (501) 868-5784, junkinconstruction.com Contractor Jeff Junkin, Junkin Construction Co., Roland, (501) 868-5784, junkinconstruction.com Art—V.L. Cox painting M2 Gallery, Little Rock, (501) 225-6271, m2lr.com Countertops Advanced Bath & Kitchen, Little Rock, (501) 978-7225, advancedbk.com Flooring Acme Brick, Tile & Stone, locations statewide, acmebricktileandstone.com Hardware, plumbing fixtures, sinks, shower steam unit, towel warmer, and tub PC Hardware, Little Rock, (501) 224-1724, pchdwe.com Lighting and mirrors Light Innovations, Little Rock, (501) 223-9026, light-innovations.com Millwork Junkin Construction Co., Roland, (501) 868-5784, junkinconstruction.com Paint Sherwin-Williams, locations statewide, sherwin-williams.com Tile—wall Inside Effects, North Little Rock, (501) 954-8866, insideeffects.com Window coverings American Blinds & Shutters, Inc., Conway, (501) 450-7789

“Everything is functional but aesthetically pleasing.”

— CHARLENE PROUSNITZER

Thermostatic body spray jets

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KITCHEN & BATH PROFESSIONALS

As a part of our annual Kitchen & Bath issue, we asked readers to share their picks for the state’s best design and renovation professionals in this area of expertise. Here’s a look at who topped the list: • ACME BRICK, TILE & STONE, FORT SMITH, LITTLE ROCK & RUSSELLVILLE • ALL NATURAL STONE, LITTLE ROCK

• METRO APPLIANCES & MORE, JONESBORO, NORTH LITTLE ROCK & SPRINGDALE

• ALPHA COUNTERTOPS, RUSSELLVILLE

• MLH DESIGNS, LITTLE ROCK

• ARKANSAS GRANITE & MORE, BENTON

• NEW CENTURY COUNTER

• BRAY SHEET METAL, LITTLE ROCK • DISTINCTIVE KITCHENS & BATHS, LITTLE ROCK • FALK SUPPLY, HOT SPRINGS & NORTH LITTLE ROCK • GILMORE’S CUSTOM KITCHENS, JONESBORO • INSIDE EFFECTS, NORTH LITTLE ROCK • JONES GLASS, BENTON • KITCHEN DISTRIBUTORS, FAYETTEVILLE • KITCHEN TUNE-UP, NORTH LITTLE ROCK • LUMBER ONE HOME CENTER,

TOPS & TILE, SPRINGDALE • PACIFIC SHORE STONES, MABELVALE • RISINGER INTERIORS, CONWAY • RIVER VALLEY BUILDERS, LITTLE ROCK • SHAYLA COPAS INTERIORS, LITTLE ROCK • SOUTHERN FLOORS AND BLINDS, SHERWOOD • TEC ELECTRIC, JONESBORO & NORTH LITTLE ROCK • WEST LITTLE ROCK GLASS, LITTLE ROCK

MAYFLOWER & STUTTGART

• WHITELINE DESIGNS, FAYETTEVILLE

• MELISSA HAYNES, MH DESIGN,

• WHITE RIVER FLOORING, SEARCY

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End Notes

What do you think when you hear the word “apple”? A teacher’s desk? A fruit-laden orchard strewn with ladders and bushel baskets? A steaming pie?

Whatever the image that jumps to mind, it’s likely to be a vision of autumn. Sinking your teeth into a crisp, sweet apple is much like the first step out your front door on one of the early brisk mornings of fall—a true sign of the season, and of cooler days to come.

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PHOTOGRAPHY: MATTHEW MARTIN

fall’s favorite fruit

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