The Home & Garden Issue Issue
A MODERN MASTERPIECE IN LAKEVIEW ESTATES, UNIQUE POOL DESIGNS, HOME & GARDEN EVENTS AND MORE
RAISING THE BAR 5 NEW FEMALE-OWNED BUSINESSES
NEW PICKLEBALL COMPLEX IN SHILLITO PARK
KENTUCKY TOP PROPS LEASING AUTHENTIC PROPS TO THE FILM INDUSTRY
Nick S. Morrow, DMD
W. Scott Jenkins, DMD, MD
Matthew N. Gayheart, DMD, MD
Contributors
Michelle Aiello is a Chicago-born writer, editor and indie publisher. Her interests include living room karaoke, snail mail and all things vintage. She contributes to our monthly “tadoo list” (our calendar of cultural happenings, page 45).
Liz Carey (“The Pool Whisperer,” page 29, and “Bikes, Camera, Action,” page 36) is a Kentucky-born journalist, author and writing teacher living in Lexington.
Smiley Pete contributor Shannon Clinton (“Craveworthy,” page 9) is an Elizabethtown native who now lives in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky. She has been a full-time freelance writer for 21 years for publications across the Southeast.
Emily Giancarlo (photography for “Modern Comfort on a Slanted Slope” and “Raising the Bar”) is a professional photographer based out of Lexington, specializing in lifestyle and commercial photography.
Mick Je ries (photography for “Bikes, Camera, Action”) is a longtime contributor to the Smiley Pete universe who works in an ever-changing array as graphic designer, photographer, writer, radio show host and oral historian.
Fascinated by the elements that build the culture of a community Brent Owen (“Raising the Bar: Five New FemaleOwned Businesses,” page 21) has contributed to a variety of publications over the past two decades, including Kentukcy Monthly, LEO Weekly and Voice-Tribune.
Tanzi Merritt (“Modern Comfort on a Slanted Slope,” page 10) is a writer and marketing and communications professional who loves sharing stories of the lesser-known and quirkiest aspects of her hometown.
Former Smiley Pete intern Olivia Tader is a senior at the University of Kentucky studying Journalism and Communication. She contributed to the small-business profile “Bikes, Camera, Action,” page 36.
Please direct all editorial questions and story pitches to editor Saraya Brewer – saraya@smileypete.com. ■
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TH E ART OF GROWTH
THOUGHTFU BEGINNINGS MASTERFUL LANDSCAPES
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CIVIC CONNECTIONS PICKLEBALL CRAZE MAKING ITS
WAY TO SOUTH LEXINGTON
BY WHITNEY BAXTER, 9TH DISTRICT COUNCILMEMBER
Exciting things are happening in the world of tennis and pickleball in south Lexington. The demand for more pickleball courts has been loud and clear — and we listened. Pickleball has been the fastest-growing sport in the United States for the past four years, and it’s easy to see why. It’s fun, social, and accessible to all skill levels.
After years of planning and construction, Shillito Park is putting the finishing touches on the city’s largest Tennis & Pickleball Complex, with a ribbon cutting slated for May 8. This new complex will continue to serve tennis enthusiasts by hosting tournaments and camps while also joining the more than 16,000 locations nationwide where people can play pickleball.
Once complete, the upper level will feature 20 brand-new pickleball courts, while the lower level will have eight new tennis courts. The complex also includes new fencing, additional team benches, three expanded parking lots, improved ADA access, and enhanced stormwater management. The courts will be fully lit and open for evening play until 11 p.m.
According to Lexington Parks & Recreation project manager Sam Futia, the city has invested $1 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, along with an additional $130,930 from local sources. Private sponsorships will also help support the facility’s upkeep.
Shillito Park, originally acquired in 1970 and expanded in 1999, now spans 176 acres and offers something for everyone. Visitors can enjoy 2.5 miles of paved walking trails, an Olympic-size swimming pool, football fields, and an 18hole disc golf course. The park is also home to one of the city’s largest and most popular playgrounds, as well as the Toyota Bluegrass Miracle League, which plays on Lexington’s only adaptive baseball field. Additionally, Shillito hosts South Lexington Youth and Babe Ruth Baseball leagues. And in 2026, it will welcome the new Senior and Therapeutic Recreation Center, further enhancing its role as a hub for the community.
A grand opening event is in the works, so stay tuned for details. Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @councilmemberwhitneybaxter, or send me an email to subscribe to my newsletter. See you on the courts! n
CRAVE WORTHY LOCAL CULINARY NEWS
BY SHANNON CLINTON
In local food & beverage news:
• After closing its original Richmond Road location in 2020 amidst an expired lease and pressures from the pandemic, the wood-fired pizza and pasta restaurant Crust reopened in late March at 3195 Beaumont Centre Circle. With a new, larger kitchen, the restaurant now o ers an expanded menu, which also includes fresh-made pasta entrees and more appetizers.
• Radio Star Lounge, a new downtown bar in the historic Main Street building that formerly housed Phoenix & Third Trust Company, opened in late March. The bar pays homage to all things 1980s, including music from the era, neon infused design, and iconic ’80’s films playing in the background.
• As of press time, Kentucky Native Cafè’s new bakery was hiring and near completion.
• Safari Dishes is serving up tasty jollof rice, fried rice, plantain stew, and oxtails plus more appetizers and sides out of East End Shared Kitchen at 215 E. 7th St.
• Jasmine Rice owner Kukie Ruadrew announced that after several months’ hiatus, she’ll be taking over the restaurant space occupied by Lee’s Garden, located on Lima Drive o Georgetown Street, as of May 1. The restaurant will serve authentic Thai, Vietnamese and Laotian food.
• Lyndon House Bed & Breakfast has a new name, o cials there recently announced on social media. The establishment is now called Chez Lyndon Manor.
• Mileta has launched a new weekly brunch service, served 11 a.m.-2 p.m. each Sunday. Executive chef Alex Green’s menu includes local Kentucky strawberry shortcake with buttermilk biscuits, honey whipped ricotta and cream. There’s also Eggs in Purgatory with Calabrian chili tomato sauce, fontina and piadina (flatbread); and crispy fried chicken thighs with smoked onion agrodolce (an Italian sweet and sour sauce).
• According to a recent social media post, Old North Bar has welcomed Irie Flavors to take over its kitchen. The menu will focus on Jamaican cuisine, though some of Old North Bar’s longtime favorite dishes will remain on the menu as well.
• Damiano Pizza and Pasta has closed its 503 S. Upper St. location, and a new concept is taking its place called Pollo Azul, a rotisserie chicken restaurant with Latin American flavors expected to open in April.
• The Crown African Cuisine is operating out of Southland Bagel’s shared kitchen at 428 Southland Dr., serving Ghanaian food. O erings include fried yam with fish or turkey wings, fufu (dough ball) with light soup, jollof rice and much more.
• Also at Southland Bagel, you’ll find the operations of Lexington Curry House, with lamb vindaloo, curry, tikka masala or biryani, butter chicken, chicken tikka masala or chicken curry among its many menu o erings. ■
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MODERN COMFORT ON A SLOPED CANVAS
HOW A CHALLENGING LOT IN LAKEVIEW ESTATES INSPIRED THIS STUNNING MID-CENTURY HOME
STORY BY TANZI MERRITT PHOTOS BY EMILY GIANCARLO
Jason and Robin Harris had lived in Jessamine County with their three children for many years before deciding to make a move to Lexington to decrease the time they spent driving back and forth for the kids’ activities. Their search for the perfect home, however, wasn’t an easy one.
“We kept looking but the minute a house popped up, it was sold in a day. Houses were on the market for a million dollars that needed substantial work — or to be torn down and rebuilt — and at that price point, it wasn’t feasible,” Robin said.
“We were coming back here to look at the house below us,” said Robin, pointing to the house next door to their 4,700 square foot home in Lakeview Estates. “I saw it online, but, of course, when I came by there was a pending sign out front.
“I was upset, but as I drove away I saw a ‘for sale by owner’ sign in this yard, which was an empty lot. I had thought it belonged with one of the adjacent homes, but it didn’t,” she said.
“When the neighborhood was built in the ‘80s, the homeowners below us had bought both lots,” she continued. “Since this lot is elevated above them, they didn’t want anyone to build on it — so it sat empty for 40 years until they decided to sell both properties.”
Jason and Robin Harris’ home is a new build on a sloped corner lot on Lakes Edge Drive that had been vacant for decades.
Designed by Pohl Rosa Pohl, the home is a modern oasis with a wealth of windows.
PHOTOS BY EMILY GIANCARLO
After purchasing the property in 2020, the Harrises contacted Clive Pohl of Pohl Rosa Pohl Architects, a leader in sustainable architecture, to design a new home that would blend into the existing neighborhood while making the most of the sloped corner lot.
“I knew I wanted the home to have a midcentury modern style, which Clive does so well. And with the challenging topography of this lot, we knew we needed an architect who could work with it,” Robin said. “Clive has built homes all over and has built on the side of mountains and other difficult locations. We knew that we needed someone with that expertise to work with this lot.”
One of the first things one notices about the home is the wealth of windows, which are all thermally broken to improve energy efficiency alongside the home’s geothermal energy system. The windows, which were designed by Sierra Pacific, blend in seamlessly with the iron and glass interior and exterior doors. The home, which appears to be a two-story home from the front, has an additional basement level built into the slope, creating a three-story home view from the other side, where two balconies stretch across the back of the home.
Robin said, “When the trees are not in bloom, we have a view of the water, but when they are in bloom it feels like you are in a treehouse.”
Iron-andglass doors and windows are a defining feature of the Harris home. Above, two glass doors open from the front hall into the dining room.
PHOTO BY EMILY GIANCARLO
The kitchen, designed by Cucina Hand Crafted Kitchens, is at the center — and the heart — of the home. Large and modern, the cabinetry and wood accents are made from a dark walnut, which perfectly plays off the white stone countertops designed by Counter Culture.
The countertops are a quartz product that has been designed so the veining goes all the way through, which is a feature you typically only get with natural stone, Robin said. A pantry with green cabinets is also outfitted with a unique piece of green marble.
From the kitchen, a step down takes you to a large living room with a uniquely angled fireplace.
“Clive and I wanted something asymmetrical here, and the team from Counter Culture had this amazing piece of black marble that I absolutely love,” she said. “I originally thought I would use porcelain, but when I saw this I knew it would be beautiful.”
The first floor also includes a mud room with a specially designed iron and glass dutch door and a dog washing station, as well as “his and hers” offices for Robin, who works in the pharmaceutical industry, and Jason, a doctor and chief medical officer.
Every home should have proper attic ventilation. Our solar powered fans reduce both heat and moisture, making the home more comfortable and reducing your energy usage.
PHOTO BY EMILY GIANCARLO
The kitchen was designed by Cucina Hand Crafted Kitchens, with faucets and hardware from Willis Klein and countertops by Counter Culture.
“We wanted a way to get upstairs from Jason’s office,” said Robin. “The answer was to install a spiral staircase that goes up to the closet in the master bedroom.”
On the top floor is a master suite with a large bathroom that includes a soaking tub and balcony that stretches the width of the house. Two additional bedrooms with attached full baths are also located on the top floor.
“Our daughter loves Japanese style and wanted the platform bed surrounded by shelves. She loves the plum blossom motif, so her bathroom is designed around that, with the plum blossom mural in the shower designed by Louisville Tile,” said Robin of the unique feature.
An additional bedroom is located on the basement level, and it is also equipped with a full bath. The basement level also includes a large lounge area, where the family plays pool and the children entertain friends.
An unexpected feature that Jason and Robin are excited to finish is a wine room.
“When we were building, our friends who had just built a home told us that this same area under the porch, which is usually filled with gravel, can be finished and makes a great wine room because the temperature is very stable,” said Jason. The couple plans to add an iron and glass door to the space, which they hope will be an ideal place to store wine.
PHOTOS BY EMILY GIANCARLO
PHOTO BY EMILY GIANCARLO
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A small workout room is located off the lounge area in the basement, which also offers direct outdoor access as well as entry to the garage. Building on the corner lot also allowed for the home to have two driveways — one with garage access and room for additional cars, and a second on the other side of the home with space for four cars, making parking for gatherings easier since there is limited street parking.
The home was completed just before the holidays and while the family is still putting their finishing touches on it, they love their new home, crediting not only Pohl but also contractor Jim Smith from Showplace Company for making their dreams a reality.
“We couldn’t be happier with how it turned out,” Robin said. “It’s exactly what we hoped for.” n
The front foyer features a striking marble tiled floor
a set of swinging wooden doors, which provide added privacy when closed.
JOSEPH HILLENMEYER GARDEN DESIGN
TRUE ARTISTRY REQUIRES VISION AND EXPERTISE
The most artful gardens are those composed with forethought and expertise. They are layered, they are specific, and they form personal connections. At JHGD we balance artistry with experience, innovation with pragmatism. Our gardens tether creative vision to the personal experience of those who will enjoy them.
2025 HOME+ GARDEN EVENTS
HOME-AND-GARDEN RELATED EVENTS
TAKING PLACE IN THE COMING SPRING AND SUMMER MONTHS
Wild Ones Plant Exchange. May 1. This annual event will feature opportunities to learn more about native plants, meet plant enthusiasts and exchange gardening tips. Attendees are asked to bring potted and labeled native perennials, shrubs, trees and grasses to exchange. Snacks or drinks can be brought in lieu of plants. 5:30 p.m. St. Michael’s Church, 2025 Bellefonte Dr.
Arboretum Spring Plant Exchange. May 3. Participants are asked to bring garden items to exchange (trees, shrubs, perennial divisions, bulbs, houseplants, and garden-related items such as tools, books and pots), though it is not necessary to bring anything to participate. Set-up begins at 8:30 a.m. for those bringing items to exchange, with the exchange starting at 9 a.m. No pre-registration is required. The Arboretum State Botanical Garden, 500 Alumni Drive. arboretum.ca.uky.edu
Gardenside Green Thumb Garden Plant Sale. May 3. For more than 20 years, Gardenside Green Thumb Garden Club has held a plant sale on Derby Day morning. The sale features a variety of indoor and outdoor plants, including annuals, perennials and natives for sun or shade. Proceeds benefit the herb garden at Waveland State Historic Site, which is the club’s civic project, as well as annual donations to local entities focused on horticulture, conservation and the environment. 8 a.m.noon. 1915 Fort Harrods Drive.
University of Kentucky Women’s Club Annual Plant Sale. May 10. With a variety of sun and shade perennials and annuals as well as other garden-related items for sale, this annual plant sale provides funding for the UKWC scholarship fund. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Southern Hills United Methodist Church, 2356 Harrodsburg Road.
Down to Earth Community Garden Sale. May 10. This annual plant sale/community fundraiser hosted by the Down to Earth Garden Club features plants grown, nurtured and generously donated by club members. The rain-or-shine event features native plants, herbs, fruits, vegetables, perennials, wildflowers, grasses, hostas, shrubs, trees, annuals, container gardens, succulents, irises, decorative containers, gardening books and many plants for sun or shade. Proceeds benefit local projects that promote gardening, education, preservation, conservation and environmental stewardship. 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Centenary United Methodist Church, 2800 Tates Creek Road. downtoearthky.com/ plant-sale
Bluegrass Iris Show. May 10. Beautiful locally grown iris stems, flower designs, photography and iris culture information will be on display at the Bluegrass Iris Society’s annual show, which is free and open to the public. Potted irises will be for sale during the show hours until they are sold out. 1-4 p.m. Lexington Green Mall (behind Joseph-Beth Booksellers), 161 Lexington Circle. More information and entry rules can be found at www.bluegrassiris.org.
The Bluegrass Flower and Vegetable Show. June 8. Sponsored by The Fayette County Master Gardener Association and The Lexington Council Garden Clubs, “Show What You Grow!” is an annual horticulture contest taking place at the Lexington Lion’s Club Bluegrass Fair. New and returning participants
are invited to enter flowers, fruits, herbs, plants and vegetables. Entries accepted from 9–11:30 a.m. Lexington Lions Club Bluegrass Fair, Masterson Station Park, 3051 Leestown Road. www.bluegrassflowershow.com.
Lexington Council Garden Clubs 2025 Tour of Gardens. June 21-22. Formerly the Open Gates to Bluegrass Living Garden Tour, this biennial tour features a stunning selection of local gardens. The event will showcase many gardens in a variety of sizes, designed by both homeowners and professionals, with unique spaces including a rooftop garden, poolside oasis, and more. Proceeds of the tour go to support our educational programs, community outreach initiatives, and city beautification projects. Tickets will be available in May and June at Best of Flowers, King’s Garden Center, Michler’s, Peggy’s Gifts & Accessories, Pemberton’s Greenhouses, Springhouse Gardens, Wilson’s Garden Center Lexington, Louis’ Flower Power on Tates Creek, or at the gardens on the day of the tour. Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sun., 1-5 p.m. More information, including garden locations, can be found at www.lexgardencouncilky.org.
Bluegrass Iris Society Rhizome Sale. July 26. This annual event hosted by the Bluegrass Iris Society offers attendees the opportunity to learn about iris culture and to purchase beautiful irises for $5. 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Lexington Green Mall (behind Joseph-Beth Booksellers), 161 Lexington Circle. www.bluegrassiris.org n
You’re Invited
Come sip, shop, and socialize!
Discover a new way to shop our handcrafted textiles and home accessories at our concept store and restaurant. Penny’s at Pomegranate is now open for lunch, happy hour and snacks all day long. Sip wine by the glass or bottle and browse our Spring Collection with friends!
RAISING the BAR
5 UNIQUE NEW FEMALE-OWNED SPACES WHERE YOU CAN SIP, SAVOR AND CONNECT
BY BRENT OWEN AND SARAYA BREWER
Lexington is brimming with unique new spots to eat, drink and be merry, and in looking at a few of our favorites we noticed a common thread: all are owned by incredible Lexington women! With Mother’s Day around the corner, we thought it would be a great opportunity to highlight a handful of cool new female-owned businesses, each unique in their own way.
While not all of these spots are open on actual Mother’s Day, they are all great destinations to plan a special upcoming afternoon or evening with the favorite lady in your life, whether that’s your mom, your partner, your best friend or yourself!
Co-owners Avena Kiehly, Dani Dunmire and Erin Goins (l-r) opened the multi-tiered Warehouse Block concept Willow: A Blooming Collective earlier this year.
PHOTO BY EMILY GIANCARLO
Book Club
1170 Manchester St.
(located inside District 7 Social Bar) Thurs.-Sun., 4 p.m.-close
Book Club, a cozy new speakeasy-style bar located inside the Distillery District’s District 7 Social Bar, is billing itself as Lexington’s first “women-focused speakeasy.”
Designer Rebecca Burnworth describes the space as “a feminine vibe wine bar,” and says the title is a nod to the joke about women who go to book clubs but are really just going for the wine.
With dark, moody lighting and elegant furnishings, the space offers a different food menu than D7, which boasts more of a casual, sporty ambiance. Burnworth said it was designed as a quiet place to escape the lively atmosphere of the other bar, which she also designed, and was built by her husband.
Book Club offers wines by the glass or bottle from a list curated by Burnworth as well as a menu of wine-based cocktails.
“The wines we carry are from small vineyards and small producers and are ‘lower intervention’ focused,” she said. “We try to seek out wines with innovative stories.”
Speaking of stories, it has unironically become a popular space for local book clubs. And don’t worry, no one will judge if you’re just there to drink the wine.
“We expect to have classes, book signings by local authors, and book readings; there are also some books for sale,” Burnworth said. The space can be rented as a private room; email info@ district7social.com for details.
To find the room, folks can walk into District 7 and ask any bartender how to get to Book Club.
Poppy's Flower Bar
210 Old Mount Tabor Road, Ste. A Tues. & Thurs., 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Wed., 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. www.poppysflowerbar.com
Poppy’s Flower Bar is unlike anything else in Lexington: This new, stand-out concept blends a full-service cocktail and mocktail bar with a build-your-own bouquet experience. Guests can sip their favorite drinks while crafting custom floral arrangements for an afternoon or evening blooming with creativity and fun. In addition to the interactive flower bar, Poppy’s operates as a full-service retail florist that can provide fresh arrangements for all of life’s special moments.
The idea came naturally to owner Shelby Lang, a longtime Lexington resident and floral designer who spent years in the wedding industry with her planning company, White Cat Weddings & Events. After welcoming her daughter to the world, she found herself seeking a professional shift that would offer a better work/life balance, while still encompassing the beauty to which she had become accustomed in her career. Drawing on her love of dive bars and floral design, the idea of Poppy’s came into focus.
“I wanted to create something completely unique — a space where everyone feels safe, seen, and celebrated,” she says. Much of the space’s design elements came together organically, often based on the structural elements of the space she was moving into. The result is an eclectic yet welcoming atmosphere that provides a beloved and welcome patch in the tapestry of the surrounding the Landsowne-Merrick neighborhood.
POPPY'S FLOWER BAR PHOTO BY KELLI LYNN PHOTOGRAPHY
Lexington Tea & Brie
219 North Limestone Wed.-Sun., 11 a.m.-3 p.m. lexingtonteaandbrie.com
After over two decades in corporate America, Elizabeth King was ready for a change. A natural entrepreneur and seasoned traveler, she found inspiration in her countless visits to tea houses across the United States and Europe. One thing struck her: Lexington didn’t have anything quite like the traditional and charming tearooms she loved so much. Lexington Tea & Brie was born from that idea.
King officially retired in February 2024, and opened Lexington Tea & Brie that same month. “I specifically wanted to be downtown,” she says. “I wanted it to be in a historic building that would give the space the right ambiance.”
Lexington Tea & Brie offers a traditional tea service, served on elegant three-tiered trays filled with delicate finger sandwiches, house-made scones with clotted cream and lemon curd, and petite sweets on top. Their tea is sourced regionally from Elmwood Inn Fine Teas in Danville, with over 20 varieties in regular rotation, including black, green, white, and oolong teas, plus caffeine-free herbal blends.
The tearoom also hosts private events, from baby and bridal showers to graduations and birthday celebrations. Catering options are available, including sandwich platters, charcuterie boards, fruit and pastry trays, and full afternoon tea service.
Perfect for a cozy day-date or catching up with friends, Lexington Tea & Brie offers a warm, elegant and traditional escape from the contemporary hustle.
Penny’s at Pomegranate: A Holly Hill Spot
700 E. Main Tues.-Sat., 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. www.pennyslex.com
With a walk-up window located just outside the doors of the new flagship store for the local textile company Pomegranate, a unique new concept from chef Ouita Michel is now serving lunch and afternoon snacks. The latest addition to Michel’s diverse and ever-expanding culinary portfolio, Penny’s was named in honor of the late Pamela Sexton (“Penny,” to her friends), who was an artist, writer, civic leader, and advocate for healthy eating — oh, and she also happened to be Chef Michel's mother.
True to form, the concept is uniquely Michels’ own. Inspired by Japanese convenience stores that offer neatly packaged sandwiches, salads, and snacks for busy professionals on the go, Penny’s offers a seasonally rotating selection of “gourmet grab-and-go” items, such as soups, salads, snack boxes, and bakery items — elevated tearoom fare designed to nourish without slowing you down. It’s a bold and thoughtful approach, and exactly the kind of inventive dining experience diners have come to expect from Chef Michel’s growing family of restaurants throughout the region.
As is customary with her other restaurants, Penny’s proudly sources ingredients from the region, including Elmwood Stock Farm in Scott County, Eggleston Farm in Berry, Midway Bakery, Salad Days in Woodford County, and the gardens of Holly Hill Inn in Midway. A limited wine list featuring selections from the Oregon vineyard of Pomegranate owner Angela Beck is also available.
Lunch can be pre-ordered online for individuals, small groups of co-workers, or larger take-out luncheons (48 hours of advance notice is requested for larger parties, though individual and small group orders can be placed on the same day).
LEXINGTON TEA & BRIE PHOTO FURNISHED
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The Willow: A Blooming Collective
825 National Ave.
Mon.-Wed., 9 a.m.- 9 p.m.
Thurs.-Sat., 9 a.m.-10 p.m. thewillowlex.com
The Willow is a new Warehouse Block business combining the talents and contributions of a variety of local female entrepreneurs in a unique and dynamic new concept that owners describe as “wellness by day, wine bar by night.”
Located in an industrial brick building near the corner of National and Ashland avenues, the highly Instagrammable space is designed to feel like a conservatory, brimming with plants and natural touches. Earthy furnishings in velvet, rattan, and hardwood are arranged into cozy conversation nooks, and natural light floods in through the skylights and glass-paneled garage doors. Two of the large interior brick walls are covered with murals by local artist Wylie Caudill, in soft shades of green.
In the mornings and early afternoons, the space offers a peaceful coffee shop vibe, with local coffee, tea, kombucha, and juices. At 3 p.m., the bar menu becomes available, with a wine list curated by sommelier and former Wine + Market owner Renee Brewer and a cocktail menu crafted by Evan Akers and Erin Cox of Harvey’s Bar, with a theme based on the stories of Lexington’s most well-known women.
Food offerings include small bites from other local female-owned businesses, including Fable Charcuterie + Wine and Natalia’s Pastry Shop, such as chia pudding, snack-sized charcuterie boxes, feta-and-kale salad, and overnight oats.
Up a short flight of stairs from the main space, a second, customizable room hosts low-impact fitness classes and wellness workshops, transforming into an overflow seating area or small event space at other times.
Willow co-owner Avena Kiehly, who also owns the downtown business collective The Grove, said she is excited to provide opportunities for people to enjoy a drink with their fitness classmates, rather than rushing out the door after a workout class as we commonly tend to do.
Willow’s other two co-owners also have other businesses that complement the concept — Erin Goins runs the local food tour company Bites of the Bluegrass, and Dani Dunmire is a dance and fitness instructor. But at the heart of the business is the opportunity to provide a collective platform for a variety of female business owners and a truly special new destination to work, socialize and work out in the Warehouse Block. n
Above: This room co-functions as a space for lowimpact workout classes, a rentable event space, and overflow seating during busy bar hours.
Left: Wellness bar by day, wine bar by night, The Willow is full of cozy converation nooks.
PHOTOS BY EMILY GIANCARLO
The Pool Whisperer
HOW RICK RUSHING OF RUSHING DESIGN USES A LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT BACKGROUND TO TURN BACKYARDS INTO AQUATIC OASES
STORY BY LIZ CAREY
For Rick Rushing, the perfect pool is about more than building a hole in the ground that holds water.
“What I try to create for my clients is a beautiful water feature that you can swim in,” said the owner of Rushing Designs.
Rushing grew up in Lexington and graduated from the University of Kentucky with a degree in Landscape Architecture. While he was drawn to oceanography as a kid, working at the South Seas Plantation on Captiva Island, Fla., during the 1970s made him rethink his career goals.
“Growing up, I was a lifeguard and worked around pools a lot. But I moved to Captiva Island, Fla., when I was 19, and I worked there on the grounds. I kind of had Bill Murray's job,” he said. “The golf course was beautiful, so I could work there and go to college in Gainesville to study oceanography. But my exposure to landscape architecture on this island resort led me to change my career plans.”
During his time at UK, Rushing worked in Lexington at Carman, a landscape architecture, urban planning, and civil engineering firm, where he learned the elements of designing using the outdoors as a canvas.
From there, Rushing moved to Laguna Beach, Cal., and worked for a firm that designed resorts. Later, he moved to Santa Fe, N.M., where he renovated adobe buildings in the historic Barrio District.
In the ’90s, Rushing returned to Lexington to be closer to family. He found his niche locally, he said, designing pools.
“Once I moved back here, I wanted to keep building things, and so I looked into building swimming pools,” he said. “They are di cult things to achieve. It’s got to be perfect. With a patio, you can be o an inch or two for the drainage and it’s no big deal. But with a pool, the elevations are critical, so it’s a real challenge.”
PHOTO FURNISHED Pool houses, outdoor kitchens and fireplaces, lighting, sound systems, and seating areas are among the elements to consider with pool design.
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Building the perfect pool encompasses more than just the pool, he said. It can mean pool houses, outdoor kitchens, fireplaces, lighting and sound systems, and carefully selecting the right plants. Ensuring the plants fit into the landscape near the pool and won’t leave residue or attract the wrong types of insects is as important to making the area work as is picking the right type of materials.
“What I tried to do is use my landscape architecture background to look at a backyard, not just as the pool, and do the master plan for the whole back and sometimes front yard. I try to make these pools an extension of their architecture. If it's a contemporary home, then I design a contemporary pool. If it's more traditional, then I have a more traditional pool.”
It’s not just the shape of the pool, Rushing said, but everything from the materials used to the paving patterns and seeing how they fit into the overall concept of the yard.
“I think I have an advantage as a landscape architect, to see the big picture and to design the whole project instead of just putting a pool over in the corner,” he said. “I hope my projects look like an extension of the home from materials to style and everything architectural.”
draws from his experience as a landscape architect when designing pools, which he sees as an extension of the architecture of a home. Details from the materials used, the shape of the pool, and the patterns of the pavers all fit into the overall concept of the project can affect how the pool complements the home and yard.
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From tanning shelves, that allow pool users to sit in the water while enjoying the shade, to creating a pool deck that comes straight out of the house, to using plants to hide fencing — making sure the pool is aesthetically pleasing is important, he said.
“One thing that is important in a pool project is that you always want to have the sound of water moving and splashing,” he said. “You can’t always be in it and you can’t always be looking at it. But you can listen to it. The audible benefits of a pool are really underrated.”
And being efficient with a client’s budget is another important element of design, Rushing said.
“My job is to present them with a lot of good options and to be efficient with my clients’ budgets,” he said. “A lot of my pools are up out of the ground, and the deck doesn't go all the way around it. That saves money, but it's more of a dramatic effect, too, when you're sitting in the deep end, and the grass is eight or 10 feet below you. Something like that allows you to have a dramatic pool without spending a lot of money on stuff that’s not important.”
But building a pool doesn't happen overnight. Rushing said a typical project takes between six and eight months. Clients usually start having conversations about what they want in the summer. Rushing said after he’s able to design the project,
Building a pool can take between six and eight months, with conversations usually beginning in the summer and construction beginning in the fall, Rushing said.
construction will start in the fall with the aim of being finished building the pool by the time winter sets in. Once spring comes, it’s time to plant, he said, so the pool is ready to open in the summer.
It takes time, but it’s worth the effort, he said.
“What I offer my clients is the whole package,” he said. “We do the pool, the decking, walls and steps and all the hardscapes. It takes quite a bit of time to do planting, lighting, fencing, meeting codes, and everything. Pool companies come in and do a pool and they may offer four feet of concrete around it. If that's what you want, you don't need me.” n
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Ben Re (left) and Michael Tyree are the owners of Kentucky Top Props, a unique local business that leases vehicles, music instruments and other items for film productions.
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chance encounter led Ben Re and Michael Tyree to launch a new venture that’s starting to gain traction in the film industry.
Longtime friends turned business partners, Re and Tyree are the owners of Kentucky Top Props, a company that leases cars, motorcycles, musical instruments and other props to films, television productions, music videos and other productions filming throughout the state.
While the props most often tend to be vehicular, Tyree emphasizes that their offerings are by no means limited.
“You want a picnic table? We will get you one,” he said.
Started in 2024, the idea for the business came when Re overheard a conversation at the Distillery District bar Break Room.
“A production manager was at the bar, talking to the owner about trying to rent the bar for a week,” Re said. He also overheard the production talking about needing cars and motorcycles, so he emailed him and to let him know that he owned a car shop and motorcycle shop in town and could get them what they needed.
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Re's direct approach worked. After supplying vehicles for a TV pilot called “The Revengers,” he quickly realized he had the foundation for a business. He brought the idea to Tyree, with whom he had bonded about eight years ago over a shared love of automobiles.
“I said, ‘We need to do this together,’” Re said.
Hailing from Lexington, Tyree was raised on a farm near the scenic Kentucky River. He attended Henry Clay High School before embarking on a musical journey that saw him join a band and tour across various locations. After some time in Nashville, he made a practical pivot to move back home and become a plumber. This path, while certainly distinct from the work that Top Props specializes in, laid the groundwork for robust problem-solving skills that would later serve him in this business.
Re’s path was quite different. From a suburb outside of Chicago, he came to Lexington to pursue mechanical engineering at the University of Kentucky. After graduating, he realized that the corporate grind wasn’t for him. Instead, he channeled his passion for mechanics and vehicles into starting the Renaissance Garage, located at 714 W. Third St. All the work he’s done in the car shop, from cars to motorcycles and boats, has allowed him to blend his mechanical expertise with entrepreneurial spirit.
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This vintage pinball machine is just one of hundreds of items that Kentucky Top Props has available in its 3,000 square-foot warehouse.
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Since launching, Kentucky Top Props has provided vehicles and props for multiple films, a TV pilot, and several music videos. They recently collaborated with outside production companies, contributing vehicles, props, and expertise to the project “Carolina Caroline,” an upcoming romantic crime thriller set in the 1980s or early 1990s. Shot across various locations in Kentucky, from Frankfort to Louisville, the film spanned five weeks. They accompanied the crew on set to ensure seamless vehicle operation.
With a combined inventory of nearly 20 cars and motorcycles, they specialize in ensuring productions have era-accurate vehicles, but also also o er furniture, musical equipment, and even household appliances for use in films. Their versatile inventory helps filmmakers accomplish their visions without spending time scrambling for props.
“If someone approaches us with an idea—whether it's a movie or a music video—and they say, ‘I'm looking to do something like this,’ we focus on finding vehicles that are era-specific,” Tyree said. “We've provided some stock-looking motorcycles and some choppers. We've provided vehicles from the mid-tolate '60s all the way up into the early 2000s. We want everything to look as accurate to the time as possible.”
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Re and Tyree's mutual background in mechanics and shared penchant for collectibles has inspired a business that they feel has a unique place for productions based or filmed in the central Kentucky region.
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If they don’t have a requested item, their extensive connections within Lexington’s car and motorcycle community allow them to track it down.
“We know just about anyone in town with a cool car or motorcycle,” Re said. “If we need something, we just pick up the phone and say, ‘Hey, want to make some money?’”
Kentucky Top Props handles vehicle sourcing, negotiates with owners, and transports vehicles to and from sets. In return, the vehicle owner is paid for its use, and Top Props keeps a small commission.
They also stock a wide selection of items that film production crews may find useful, in a warehouse near downtown.
“We're both collectors of intricacies, if you will,” Re said, “so we've got vintage glass, crystal, light fixtures, a fountain, flower urns, old cell phones, computers, lamps, pirate chests — pretty much if you name it, we either have it or can find it.”
Their industrial backgrounds — Tyree as a pipefitter and Re as a mechanic — also play a role.
“If someone wants something that we don’t have, we can make it for them,” Re said.
And if they can’t, their network of skilled artisans, from blacksmiths to metal fabricators, ensures they can source it.
So far, startup costs and business setup have posed few challenges. Kentucky Top Props is registered with the Kentucky Film Commission and film commissions in Lexington and Louisville, helping them gain industry recognition and word-of-mouth recommendations.
They admit that adapting to film and television production timelines has been an adjustment. In some cases, production needs can change overnight, causing them to have to re-source cars and other props on the fly.
“That’s really been our biggest struggle,” Re said. “Other than that, it’s going smoothly. We've had a good time and met a bunch of good people, and that’s what we want to continue to do.”
Beyond the film industry, the duo envisions expanding into weddings, events, and other productions needing specialized props.
“We want to be one of the biggest picture car and props companies around,” Re said. “Most of the specialty movie suppliers only do cars, and the motorcycle suppliers might only do motorcycles. We’re doing everything.” n
More information and a full inventory of products can be found at www.kentuckytopprops.com.
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The Distillery District bar Break Room, where Tyree tends bar, is the place where the idea for Kentucky Top Props was born.
Events Calendar
CONCERTS & GIGS
Black Violin. May 1. Featuring classically trained violist Wil Baptiste and violinist Kev Marcus, Black Violin combines the duo’s classical training and hip-hop influences to create a distinctive multi-genre sound. 7:30 p.m. Lexington Opera House, 401 W Short St. www.lexingtonoperahouse.com
Filter. May 4. The industrial rock band behind ’90s hits like “Hey Man Nice Shot” and “Take a Picture” returns with a set that blends heavy guitar riffs with atmospheric textures. 7 p.m. Manchester Music Hall, 899 Manchester St. www.manchestermusichall.com
Nolan Taylor. May 9. With a voice that carries grit and vulnerability, Ohio-based songwriter Nolan Taylor delivers storytelling steeped in rural experience and personal reflection. 8 p.m. The Burl, 375 Thompson Rd. www. theburlky.com
Brent Cobb. May 10. Georgia native Brent Cobb brings his blend of country, rock, and Americana to the stage, drawing on his Southern roots and rich songwriting tradition. His music weaves narratives of life, love, and struggle with a soulful, easygoing style. 8 p.m. The Burl, 375 Thompson Rd. www.theburlky.com
Amigo the Devil. May 11. With a sound that blends dark folk, country, and rock, Amigo the Devil’s music explores the complexities of life, love, and human nature through haunting lyrics and a distinctive voice. His performances are as intimate as they are intense. 8 p.m. Lexington Opera House, 401 W Short St. www. lexingtonoperahouse.com
Jake Xerxes Fussell. May 15. With a deep respect for Southern folk traditions, Jake Xerxes Fussell offers a blend of old-time ballads and original songs, weaving personal stories with the rich history
of the American South. His expressive guitar work and understated vocals create an introspective atmosphere. 8 p.m. The Burl, 375 Thompson Rd. www.theburlky.com
GWAR. May 17. Prepare for an unforgettable night of grotesque costumes, explosive theatrics, and relentless metal. Known for their chaotic, larger-than-life live shows, GWAR will deliver a performance that's as wild and outrageous as it is heavy, mixing brooding riffs with their signature blend of dark humor and absurdity. 8 p.m. Manchester Music Hall, 899 Manchester St. www. manchestermusichall.com
Lettuce. May 23. With a reputation for impeccable musicianship and infectious live energy, Lettuce brings their signature blend of funk, soul, and jazz to the stage. Known for their tight rhythms and spontaneous improvisation, the band will deliver a performance that blends complex arrangements with raw, groove-driven intensity to The Burl’s outdoor stage. 9 p.m. The Burl, 375 Thompson Rd. www.theburlky.com
Tahlsound: Wheelhouse Rousters and Blind Corn Liquor Pickers. May 25. With food, beer and retail vendors in a family-friendly atmosphere, the outdoor music series Tahlsound will help kick off the bluegrass music series Southland Jamboree, with some traditional bluegrass from the Paducah-based Wheelhouse Rousters, and more experimental fare from central Kentucky favorites Blind Corn Liquor Pickers. 5 p.m. Oleika Great Lawn, 302 Southland Dr. www.tahlsound.com
The Grammynominated funk band Lettuce will make their debut at The Burl on May 23.
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Charley Harper: “Birds and Beasts.” On display until June 22. Known for his “minimal realist” style, this collection includes more than 100 of Harper’s wildlife paintings and illustrations, many never before exhibited. Featuring works from Harper’s Ford Times Birds Collection and on loan from the Charley and Edie Harper Foundation, the show offers a unique look at Harper’s artistic philosophy, capturing the essence of nature with bold shapes and colors. Gallery Hours: Fri-Sun., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. HeadleyWhitney Museum, 4435 Old Frankfort Pike. www.headley-whitney.org
Jackson Markovic: “Supernature.” On display through May 31. Supernature explores the intersection of body, material and transformation through Jackson Markovic's provocative use of chemicals, light and found objects. Infused with references to both pleasure and toxicity, the exhibition examines the passage of time, desire and loss. Markovic repurposes second-hand remnants from Metro Atlanta, including expired darkroom paper, vintage magazines and discarded lightboxes, to create work that unsettles and metabolizes. Through lumen prints and lightbox composites, Supernature reflects on intimate histories and the aftershocks of the AIDS crisis, capturing a complex lineage of ecstasy and disintegration. Gallery hours: Wed.-Sat., 11 a.m.6 p.m. and by appointment. Institute 193, 215 N. Limestone Street. institute193.org
Purrsonalities: An Augmented Reality Art Experience. On display through June 29. This collaborative art project celebrates shelter cats’ unique personalities through augmented reality. The exhibition unites traditional and digital artists to blend creativity, technology and animal advocacy, fostering awareness about pet adoption and supporting local shelters. This immersive experience aims to inspire community engagement, generate donations and encourage cat adoptions. Gallery hours: Wed.-Sun., 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Artists Attic, 620 E. Main St. www.artistsattic.com
Axis Mundi. On display through May 16. Featuring the work of local artists Georgia Henkel, Liz Swanson and Lina Tharsing, this exhibit explores the concept of the axis mundi — a line connecting the heavens and the earth — through largescale oil paintings, sculptural work and hand-painted clouds over archival architectural drawings. Gallery hours: Wed.Sat., 12-5 p.m. Lexington Art League at the Loudoun House, 209 Castlewood Dr. www.lexingtonartleague.org
through June 22.
Above: "Birds and Beasts," an exhibit featuring the work of beloved Cincinnati-based modernist artist Charley Harper, is on display at the Headley-Whitney Museum
Left: "Supernature," featuring the work of artist Jackson Markovic, will be on display through May 31 at Institute 193.
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LexArts HOP. March 21. During the LexArts HOPs, thousands of locals and visitors alike converge on downtown Lexington to celebrate art throughout the evening with new gallery exhibitions and special arts events, at traditional and nontraditional gallery spaces alike. Patrons begin at one of 40-plus locations and visit as many or as few participating venues as they would like. Official HOP hours are 5-8 p.m., with many venues keeping additional hours. A full guide is available each month at the LexArts HOP website. lexarts.org/discover/ lexarts-hop
Aquaventure 2025. On display
March 3-May 2. This exhibit will display diverse works from an array of top artists from the Kentucky Watercolor Society. An opening reception will take place in conjunction with the LexArts Hop on March 21 (5-8 p.m.). Gallery hours: Fri-Sat., 12-4 p.m. and by appointment. Artist’s Attic, 401 W. Main St., Suite 401. www.theartistsattic.org
AAPI Heritage Month. The third annual local celebration of the rich, multi-diverse culture of Asian American Pacific Islanders (AAPI) will be a month-long series of events highlighting local AAPI artists, influencers, performers and creators in Lexington. Events include a celebration of local AAPI artists, performances, music and food trucks at Moondance Amphitheater on May 16 (6 p.m.) and a literary reading at the Carnegie Center for Literacy and Learning on May 28. Both events start at 7 p.m., with doors opening at 6 p.m. gethaapiky.wixsite.com/gethaapiky
LuigART Women’s Collective, this second annual exhibit is designed to celebrate women in the visual arts. Female artists from Fayette and adjacent Kentucky counties were invited to participate. Curated by retired gallerist and artist Mary Rezny, the exhibit features 52 artworks in diverse genres across all mediums. Gallery hours: Fri.Sun., noon-4 p.m. Special events include an artist reception and awards March 8 (5:30-8 p.m.) and LexArts Hop reception March 21 (5-8 p.m.) Luigart Event Gallery, 110 Luigart Ct.
composition that revolutionized classical music. With its bold rhythms and vivid orchestrations, this performance promises an unforgettable evening of musical intensity and emotional depth. 7:30 p.m. Singletary Center for the Arts, 405 Rose St. www.lexphil.org
Whitney Cummings: “Big Baby.” May 2. With her signature bold humor and fearless approach, Whitney Cummings brings her latest stand-up show, “Big Baby” to the stage. Known for her unflinching takes on relationships, gender and modern life, Cummings delivers a raw, relatable and uproariously funny performance that cuts through the noise. 7:30 p.m. Lexington Opera House, 401 W Short St. www.lexingtonoperahouse.com
The Pink Floyd Laser Spectacular. May 10. This immersive show brings the iconic music of Pink Floyd, including songs like “The Wall” and “Dark Side of the Moon,” to life in a visually breathtaking tribute alongside a stunning display of lasers and visuals. 8 p.m. Lexington Opera House, 401 W Short St. www. lexingtonoperahouse.com
LuigART Women 2025. On display March 1-31. Hosted by the
LexPhil: Rites of Spring. May 2. Lexington Philharmonic celebrates the season with a powerful program, including Stravinsky's “The Rite of Spring,” a groundbreaking
Artist Showcase. On display through April 5. This exhibition highlights the work of Lexington artists Kiji Bae, Gayle Cerlan, Dalphna Donnelly, Marta E. Dorton, Chad Eames, Jack Girard, Sarah Heller, Georgia Henkel, Jennifer Dunham, Karen Spears Springate and Brady Saylor. Featuring a diverse range of media, including painting, photography, and sculpture, the showcase celebrates the city’s vibrant creative community. Gallery hours: Tues.–Thurs., 11 a.m.–5 p.m.; Fri., noon–8 p.m.; Sat., noon–5 p.m. Pam Miller Downtown Arts Center Community Gallery, 141 E. Main St. www.lexingtonky.gov/aboutdowntown-arts-center
Lexington Craft Beer Week. May 9-19. This long running tradition features tastings, special releases and events across the city’s breweries and taprooms. Whether you're a connoisseur or just a fan of great beer, this 10-day celebration offers something for everyone. Various locations. lexbeerscene.com
"Amapolas" by Adalhi Aranda
Mayfest. May 11. Celebrate spring in downtown Lexington at Mayfest, a charming and vibrant outdoor festival featuring local vendors, live music, delicious food and family-friendly activities. Set against the scenic backdrop of Gratz Park, this event is always filled with community spirit, arts and entertainment. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Gratz Park, 100 N. Limestone. www. downtownlex.com
Black Jacket Symphony: Jimmy Buffett. May 18. Relive the tropical vibes and laid-back greatest hits of Jimmy Buffett in note-for-note form with this Black Jacket Symphony tribute concert. 8 p.m. Lexington Opera House, 401 W Short St. www. lexingtonoperahouse.com n
Luigart Studio's LuigART Women
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