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Photo by Melissa Kelsey Photography

Joined by interior designer Cara Fox, fashionista Emily Jackson enjoys the beautiful kitchen of her family’s new Alpine residence.

70 HIT REFRESH

BY BRAD MEE

PHOTOS BY KAYLEEN MICHELLE

Designer Andrea West transforms a cramped and dated kitchen into a stylish, hardworking hub

84 COOL METALS

BY BRAD MEE

PHOTOS BY MICHELLE WHITE

Silver toned metals read confidently cool in a provocative decor recently imagined by Alice Lane Interiors

98 CLASSIC MOVE

BY BRAD MEE

PHOTOS BY LINDSAY SALAZAR

When a view lot in Alpine beckoned, fashioninsider Emily Jackson and her family turned to Tom and Cara Fox to create a forever home with timeless style and lux livability

108 TRUE TO THE PAST

BY

VAL RASMUSSEN

PHOTOS BY SCOT ZIMMERMAN

In the shadows of Salt Lake’s Mount Olympus, a once-hidden modernist gem gets a new life 60 years after renowned architect John Sugden pioneered its design

118 MASTER CRAFT

BY BRAD MEE

PHOTOS BY LINDSAY SALAZAR AND MIKKI PLATT

Altalux Studio, led by principal John Eyring, creates a generational gathering place in the hills of Bountiful, showcasing a portfolio of local artisanship and world-class talent

128 STARTING OVER

BY BRAD MEE

PHOTOS BY SCOT ZIMMERMAN

On a secluded street in Salt Lake City, a young family replaces its derelict dwelling with a modern home that’s small in size but big in livability and colorful character

Designing and Furnishing Utah’s Finest Homes

Your home is far more than function. It’s a place where luxury, comfort, and leisure come together to create spaces where you want to spend time. Our curated collection of high-end furniture, including Baker, Century, Bernhardt, Hickory Chair, Lexington, Massoud, and more, is handpicked by our team of interior designers, so you can find your unique style and transform your space into a place you can be proud to call home.

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THE TEAM

Do the Do

Is there any season as pushy as spring? Like an alarm clock, it jolts us from winter’s state of serenity and slumber, propelling us into a world of activity. Look around. It feels like everyone is renewing, remodeling or refreshing. We’re here for it. This issue celebrates the desire to do, and there’s inspiration everywhere.

Whether it’s on fashion runways or in high-style rooms, springtime flirts with a little more leg, brighter colors and lots of attitude. Th is issue’s cover captures this fun-loving spirit, as designer Cara Fox and her fashionista client Emily Jackson strike a pose. Jackson’s Alpine home is a statement of calming classic style punctuated with the theatrics of dazzling Gracie and Gucci wallcoverings, checkered marble floors, breathtaking window walls and a mix of blue tones threaded throughout (page 98). “Of course, we had to add some dramatic moments,” Fox explains.

Designer Jessica Bennett’s response to a client’s “no-gold” directive is equally enthralling. Cool metals and icy finishes gleam throughout the renewed decor (page 84). “I see the nickel, silvered and chrome finishes in an edited, chic way,” Bennett says. And she delivers. So does Brit designer Sophie Robinson, whose delightful new collection of exuberant fabrics and wallpapers was influenced by her English garden and love of color (page 29). Fair warning: It’s practically impossible not to smile when you see it. The same goes for Katherine Chandler and Jeffrey Sherlock’s new modern home, where the Golden Gate Bridge and a Moroccan house inspired bright red doors and vibrant Majorelle blue cabinets (page 128). “I’m obsessed with bright colors,” Katherine confesses. Similarly compelling are three featured remodels: Designer Andrea West turns a dark and dated kitchen on its head, making it a light-filled, function-forward space teeming with style—and ideas to steal (page 70). Designer John Eyring generously nods to many of Utah’s talented craftspeople as they help him transform a tired Bountiful residence into an elegant home dressed with classic charm and contemporary allure (page 118). And beneath the shadow of Mt. Olympus in SLC, designer Doug Smith leads the meticulous restoration of a historically significant and strikingly modern home designed by renowned Utah architect John Sugden (page 108).

We created this issue to inspire and possibly prompt a boost of your own spaces, whether through a little finessing or a complete overhaul. Now it’s your turn. Spring has arrived and

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SPRING FLING

We’ve all flirted with color, but British designer Sophie Robinson suggests a passionate fling. And while you’re at it, pull pattern into the love fest. Collaborating with Harlequin, Robinson has created an exuberant, fantasy-filled fabric and wallpaper collection, fueled by her unbridled love for color and inspired by her own woodland garden. With this collection, Robinson presents a masterclass of fearless pattern mixing, with diversely scaled designs ranging from the fantastical to the abstract, joined by geometrics that help fashion the visual harmony every space deserves.

Harlequin X Sophie Robinson, to trade, John Brooks Inc., SLC, johnbrooksinc.com

FLORAL COUTURE

Spring’s arrival doesn’t just mean a change in your wardrobe. Your rooms deserve a fashionable update as well. Use Valentino’s latest collection as your muse and accent with dimensional owers and frills in the freshest of whites.

Clockwise from top: Nightbloom Hanging Lamp by Lladro, $5,050, lladro.com; Ceramic Wall Decor by Elizabeth Wicker for Chelsea House, $311, perigold. com; Coco Mirror, $4,202, Alice Lane Home Collection, Draper, alicelanehome.com; Tyrol Bedside Table by Oly Studio, $2,525, The Fox Shop, Holladay, thefoxshop. com; Sweetheart Wall Sconce by Currey & Company, to the trade, Curate to the Trade, curatetothetrade.com; Dakota vases by Arteriors, Set of 2, to the trade, Curate to the Trade; Jasmine Porcelain Bowl by Palecek, $1,438, Gatehouse, Orem, gatehousestyle.com

Valentino Spring/ Summer 2024

BUBBLES WITHOUT THE BUZZ

Non-alcoholic wine is leading the trend in cocktail-hour alternatives

THERE ARE MANY reasons you might o er your guests nonalcoholic (NA) beverage choices at your springtime get-togethers, but that doesn’t mean they can’t indulge in a glass of something special to match the occasion. Put down the Martinelli’s and Shirley Temples and, instead, consider alcohol-free wine as an elevated alternative for non-imbibers.

Created by people who know and love wine, non-alcoholic vino embraces full-bodied avor without the buzz. “It’s a compelling product that checks a lot of boxes for Utahns,” says Tracey ompson, President and CEO of wine brokerage/ non-alcoholic distributor VineLore.

After scouring the market for non-and- low-alcoholic wine options since 2012, ompson noticed a boom in the industry after 2020. Perhaps it’s the result of a post-pandemic reality where many imbibers are reeling in any overindulgent habits formed during isolation. Other studies have found it’s the new generation of sober-curious individuals that drive the trend (a 2020 study by Berenberg Research found Gen-Z drinks 20% less than millennials). Whatever the driver, leading wine producers are taking their cue from the growing demand for NA options and now o er dealcoholized pinot noirs and sauvignon blancs. And for those who prefer zero residual alcohol, companies like Zilch have created bubbly grape beverages that never undergo fermentation. “ ere’s a lot of innovation in this market,” ompson remarks.

So go ahead, serve those NA bubbles during cocktail hour and follow with chardonnay during dinner. Guests will appreciate the options and will be comfortable sipping and savoring throughout the evening.

THOMPSON’S TOP PICKS

Surely Sparkling Rosé

Waterbrook Clean Cabernet Sauvignon

Giesen 0% Pinot Gris

Zilch Brut Bubbles

Visit vinelore.com to discover more NA beverages and a retailer near you

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See the cool bartender above? That’s Alex and you should take his lead and choose stemless. Tumbler-like wine glasses add a relaxedyet-refined vibe to spring’s already fresh and fuss-free style.

CLOCKWISE: Château Tumbler by Baccarat, $300/pair, O.C. Tanner Jewelers, SLC, octannerjewelers.com, Vineyard Stemless Wine Glass, $16, Crate & Barrel, Murray, crateandbarrel.com Estelle Stemless Wine Glasses in Blush, $68/pair, roomandboard.com Chloe Stemless Wine Glass by Juliska, $68, New Orientation, SLC, neworientation.com

VineLore bartender Alex Slater BY AVREY EVANS, PHOTO

UPCYCLED CHIC

STEVEN WILSON is nothing if not imaginative. Case in point: His framed art pieces cleverly fashioned from up-cycled luxury bags, boxes, silk scarves and handbags. The North Carolina artist deconstructs the boxes and bags, creating canvases for his creations. He adds customdesigned embroidery directly through the materials, punching up their graphics while delivering intriguing texture. As finishing touches, select appliqués, patches and butterflies are stitched out individually and placed onto each piece to complete the artist’s captivating compositions.

20 x 30-inch print, $68 each; optional wood-and-steel hanger frame, $56, The Garden Store, SLC, thegardenstoresaltlake.com

Assorted 12-inch-square art pieces framed in acrylic, $1,000 each, O.C. Tanner Jewelers, octannerjewelers.com

FEATHER

YOUR NEST

Looking for a way to bring nature’s simplicity and beauty into your home? Barloga Studio creates captivating imagery with its feather studies, turning photographs of individual plumes into works of art. Uniquely printed on hand-made Nepalese paper, each piece marries the delicate details and graphic patterns of feathers with the organic richness of deckle edge paper. Each print is individually hand-signed and titled, adding to its distinctive character.

PHOTOS COURTESY OF STEVEN WILSON STUDIO; BARLOGA STUDIO

DESERT CHROMA

Sunlight casts a spell that transforms the Utah desert into a radiant tapestry of warm peach, earthy clay and tawny tan—nurturing hues that can elevate and enrich any space

Yant Flat, located near St. George, captivates with its stunning and vibrantly hued sandstone formations, offering a unique and surreal desert experience.

Ravishing Coral 6612 Sherwin Williams Weekend Retreat 0035 ECOS

Faded Terracotta No. CC8 Farrow & Ball Fresh Peach 060 Benjamin Moore Topaz 070 Benjamin Moore

Hinton Tunnel in Blush by Thibaut

Vallauris in Terre de Sienne/Nude by Casamance

Fluent in Citrine on Russian Suede Lounge by Phillip Jeffries

Nalina in Peach by Harlequin Rotunda in Adobe by Weitzner

Escape PLAN

ree under-the-radar Italian retreats

BY BRAD MEE

As vacation getaways go, Italy is hard to beat. But the country is more than Rome, Tuscany and the Amalfi Coast. Dreamy destinations, of course, but they’re hardly undiscovered. As the masses

fl ock to Italy’s better-known holiday spots, do as I did last fall and escape to less touristy and off-the-beaten-path places for your next vacation. Here are three favorites I discovered along the way.

PHOTO © YUJIE/ ADOBE STOCK

Isola Bella is one of the Borromean Islands on Lake Maggiore in Northern Italy.

LAKE MAGGIORE

Less celebrated than nearby Como, Lake Maggiore is a paradise of crystal-clear water and garden islands backed by towering mountains and breath-taking landscapes It’s an unseasonably warm October morning, and I’m perched on our room’s Juliet balcony fronting the esteemed Grand Hotel des Iles Borromees in charming, lakefront Stresa . Looking over a tree-lined promenade, I gaze over Lake Maggiore. Its rippling blue surface melds into a backdrop of towering, purplish peaks formed by the Alps. Isola Bella enthralls as it rises from the sparkling water like an elaborately embellished confection. e isle is almost completely covered by the Borromeo Palace, a Baroque residence and tiered gardens sculpted over the centuries. British garden celeb Monte Don colorfully described the sight, saying “Its true public face screams across the lake, a tipsy drag queen of a garden ready to party.” Who can resist that? A short ferry ride later, my partner Don and I are soon strolling through the opulent residence and its perfectly coi ed giardini—a jaw-dropping interplay of formal terraces adorned with sculptures, fountains and choreographed plantings cascading to the lake.

Our next boat stop is Villa Taranto, a parklike hillside garden on the lake’s western shore.

ere, expansive grounds teem with rare and exotic plants, towering conifers, fountains, terraces and pavilions. e beautiful gardens are arranged in thematic sections connected by ribbons of paths and walkways. Like the porcini risotto we enjoy at the venue’s cafe, Villa Taranto is meant to be savored slowly. We take our time and eventually board the ferry to return to Stresa, stopping along the way to visit the more informal gardens of Isola Madre. Showy peacocks strut across sun-dappled lawns surrounded by woods, lush greenery and owering azaleas and rhododendrons. Rows of palm and citrus trees soak in the afternoon sun. at evening we dine in Stresa’s compact town center, crowded with people eating outdoors and strolling with gelato in hand. Over plates of pasta, we plan the next day’s lakeside drive to Locarno, Switzerland, above which we’ll hike in the Alps and be back to Stresa in time for a cocktail in our opulent hotel’s Hemingway Bar, named for its most famous and frequent patron.

STAY HERE

With its elegant Belle Époque architecture and easy-going charm, Stresa boasts stunning views of Lake Maggiore and easy access to its Borromean Islands. The Swiss Alps are nearby and Stresa’s railway station makes the lake-front town a super starting point from which to explore the surrounding area.

PHOTO BY DON SKYPECK

In Stresa, an open-air restaurant overlooks Lake Maggiore.

Located in the iconic Grand Hotel des Iles Borromees, the Hemingway Bar in Stresa is named after the famous writer who stayed there.

PIEDMONT WINE COUNTRY

Move over Chianti, Piedmont is a region rich with famous grapes, truffles and a tapestry of scenic destinations

My 6-foot-4-inch frame makes me an unlikely driver of the vintage Alpha Romeo convertible parked in front of our 18th-century hotel crowning the ancient hilltop town of Guarene. But in my imagination, those are the wheels we’ll be taking tomorrow as we explore southern Piedmont’s undulating wine country that ows and folds below our hilltop perch like the sweeping train of a Valentino gown. Instead, we drive out in our Lancia coupe headed for Alba, a market town where medieval towers cast shadows over lively piazzas and streets lined with boutiques, wine bars and sidewalk cafes. is is tru e season, and the earthy gem dominates menus, from gnocchi to gelato. We chose polenta, infused with tru e oil and topped with aromatic shavings. e dish teams with a robust red—we’re in the land of Barolo and Barbaresco, after all. Sated, we depart for a tasting at the nearby Ceretto Winery. It begins with a tour of the “Grape”—a transparent domed platform that serves as a tasting room, jutting out from the hillside like a bubble oating above the vineyards. Its futuristic architecture starkly contrasts our hotel Castello di Guarene —a lavishly decorated 18th-century palace constructed on the grounds of a medieval fortress overlooking the Langhe vineyards. We return in time for an evening stroll through the parterres and shapely topiaries of its terraced gardens, re ecting on today’s adventures and planning more of the same for the rest of our visit.

Don’t Miss

Alba, the small Langhe town once known as the City of a Hundred Towers, is at the epicenter of Italy’s tru e trade and boasts many Michelin-rated restaurants. Its vineyards are a UNESCO World Heritage Site, producing internationally famous Langhe wines including Barolo and Barbaresco.

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“Piedmont, where every vineyard tells a story, every bottle is a poem, and every sip is a journey through rolling hills, truffle-scented air and the artistry of winemaking.”

PHOTO BY DON SKYPECK, © RICHARD SEMIK ZERO PIXEL, POPSAMATCHA/ADOBE STOCK

Tagliatelle al Tartufo Nero, one of many dishes served during Piedmont’s truffle season.

Ceretto Winery’s domed platform overlooks its vineyards and the surrounding countryside.

The formal gardens of the luxury hotel Castello di Guarene.

Medieval towers overlooking Piazza Duomo in Alba.

GOING PLACES

The Sentiero Azzurro, the Blue Path, connects Portovenere to Cinque Terre’s five famous villages.

With its small harbor lined with colorful houses, Portovenere is a picturesque port town south of Cinque Terre.

ITINERARY

Accessible by boat or car, Portovenere is frequently visited in concert with nearby Cinque Terre villages, creating a remarkable coastal itinerary. ere is a ferryboat service that departs or arrives hourly (almost, hey it’s Italy) to and from Portovenere to Cinque Terre.

Sea.

PORTOVENERE

The charming coastal town of Portovenere remains a hidden gem, offering a serenity that sets it apart from its more popular neighbors in Cinque Terre

I sit on the g-shaded terrace of our hillside villa overlooking Portovenere’s coin-sized piazza and quiet harbor. So this is what Italians mean when they say, “dolce far niente”—the joy of doing nothing. Not that there isn’t plenty to do. is morning, we wake to the rhythm of the village coming to life, shing boats motoring out to sea and pastry shop doors being thrown open. We walk into town and pass along the waterfront to reach San Pietro perched on a rocky outcrop overlooking the Ligurian coast of the Italian Riviera. Early morning bathes the Romanesque church in glorious light and awakens views of upcoming adventures that surround us. ere’s nearby Palmaria Island, where we’ll trek trails while gazing at the sea and Bay of Poets, there are hidden coves and Byron’s Grotto that we’ll discover by small boat, and of course, the narrow cobblestone streets of Portovenere’s core where we’ll dine late into the evenings. One day we’ll lunch cli side in Vernazza and then hike the famous footpath above Cinque Terre. Exhausted, we’ll return to our villa and watch the water turning from brilliant blue to deep purple as another glorious day ends.

PHOTO BY DON SKYPECK, © ZIGRES, KIRK FISHER/ ADOBE STOCK

Chiesa di San Pietro overlooks the Ligurian

GRAND openings

Whether they’re formed by doors that slide and hide or fold out of sight, these expansive openings merge indoor and outdoor realms, fostering a sense of spaciousness and connection with nature. Here are some of our favorite examples from the US&D archives.

BY BRAD MEE

PHOTOS BY SCOT ZIMMERMAN (1 & 4); LINDSAY SALAZAR (2); DOUG BURKE (3); PAUL RICHER (5)

1

e landscape inspired every aspect of the design of a Springdale home, overlooking Zion National Park. McQuay Architects fashioned roo ines that reach out over the landscape and integrated expansive openings that connect the house to the land. In the dining room, large retractable glass doors meet dramatically at a oating corner, opening two adjacent walls to a large patio and views of Eagle Crags.

Contractor: Markay Johnson Construction.

2

e primary bedroom of a ranch-style home in Kamas opens to a large deck and panoramic views, courtesy of bi-fold doors that fold back like a set of elegant wings. As the doors retreat, a gentle breeze carries nature’s fragrances into the room, creating a serene and inviting connection between the cozy interior and the mountain setting. Architect: Line 8 Design; Interior design: Ashley Amman Design; Builder: J.A. Preib Construction.

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In a remodeled Park City home, a 12-foot-wide expanse of doors gracefully folds back to reveal a captivating tableau where the interior of the Old Town dwelling lls with mountain air and vistas. e doors e ortlessly accordion, transforming the living space into a seamless extension of the deck reimagined with a cozy living area and an outdoor kitchen. Landscape architect and planner: Bockholt Landscape Architecture; Contractor: Papineau Builders.

4

As part of a dramatic remodel of a ‘70s rambler in Park City, an equally dramatic exterior wall seems to disappear as accordion-style doors fold open, blurring the lines of indoors and out. Beneath a cantilevered hood, a linear replace extends from inside the house to the outdoor deck. Architect: REA Architecture; Designer: Steve Stanton; Builder: Rametta & Co. Inc.

5

For a contemporary home perched in the foothills high above Salt Lake City, architect Pierre O. Langue created sliding doors of glass that span 24 feet to connect the main living area to a balcony. “It goes back to the connection with the city,” he says. “I wanted the boundary to virtually disappear.”

When opened, a wall of French doors creates a seamless transition from the interior to the sun-dappled courtyard of a beautifully remodeled home in Salt Lake City. Lightcolored stone ooring also fosters the sense of continuity with limestone owing indoors and agstone outside. Inspired by the room’s large scale, architect Warren Lloyd lengthened and widened the existing doors and added more for a total of six. Contractor: Evergreene Construction.

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A wall of glass doors appears to disappear as it slides back to reveal a 25-foot wide opening that seamlessly connects the covered courtyard to the interior of a remote vacation home near Bear Lake, Idaho. A stacked-stone sculpture sits below a large oculus that oods daylight into the combined indoor-outdoor space. Architecture and design: Imbue Design; Contractor: Ynot Construction.

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To create a seamless indoor/outdoor experience, diamond-polished concrete flooring flows from the interior of a St. George home out to its curvilinear patios. Beneath a sweeping roofline, bi-fold doors open and fold accordion-style to seemingly disappear, connecting the open great room to the desert landscape. Architect: McQuay Architects; Builder: Split Rock Development; Interior Design: King Design Group.

PHOTOS BY SCOT ZIMMERMAN (6); IMBUE DESIGN (7); DANNY LEE (8)

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In Park City’s Glenwild community, a modern home’s liftand-slide glass wall system opens its interior to a broad patio and mountain landscape. Sparano + Mooney Architects designed the residence and oriented the enormous opening to capture natural light and passive solar energy that helps maintain warmth within the home. Interior Design: J Squared Interiors; contractor: North Ridge Construction.

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In a Holladay residence’s posh pool house, retractable doors disappear into the wall as they unveil a patio and sparkling pool bathed in sunlight. Interior designer Jason Wilde framed the opening with tailored draperies and flowed limestone floors inside and out to create a seamless transition. Architectural Design: Hyrum McKay Bates Design; Builder: Biltmore Construction.

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As architect Warren Lloyd Architects remodeled a Salt Lake City home, he enclosed one side of a new gallery space with a wall of folding doors that open to a courtyard. e broad opening connects the interior with a semi-enclosed ipe deck shaded by a retractable awning.

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Architect Scott Jaffa introduced an expanse of retractable nano doors to elevate the style and livability of a modern home in Park City’s Park Meadows neighborhood. The opening seamlessly connects the spacious great room to a sprawling patio and an unobstructed view of Iron Mountain. Framed in unfinished steel, these doors double act as a bold statement, accentuating the design’s intersection of cuttingedge architecture and breathtaking natural beauty. Design/ Build: Jaffa Group.

STYLEMAKERS

HOME COMING

BY NATALIE TAYLOR

Whether it's a simple room refresh, a fearless remodel or a new build, today's homes are their very best when talented professionals and fine-quality products play key roles in creating a sanctuary that is uniquely yours. Here, a collection of Utah's premier design professionals and purveyors of superior goods share their stories, offerings and insights to help turn your vision of home into a beautiful reality.

• Bartile

• Brian Geer Development & Construction

• C. Blake Homes

• Cutting Edge Pools & Landscaping

• European Marble & Granite

• Gatehouse No.1

• Highland Group

• Holladay Hills

• Inside Out Architecturals

• K. Rocke Design

• O.C. Tanner Jewelers

• Sunline Landscaping

PHOTO BY STEVE WILSON PHOTOGRAPHY; ARCHITECTURE BY TIM FURNER, HIGHLAND GROUP, HOLLADAY.

Bartile

When it comes to adding pizzazz to your home, a roof may not be the first thing that comes to mind. Think again. A well-made roof is more than shelter, it adds value to your home. And a customized Bartile roof speaks volumes about who you are.

“At Bartile, we custom craft each order according to designers’ or homeowners’ specific requests,” says Nick Evans, general manager. “We have more than 700 custom colors and 20 different styles and options, so we can literally create anything. The options are endless.” If you can imagine it, Bartile can create it.

To add depth and dimension, opt for a multicolored roof. “We take different color batches of tiles and blend them into a really interesting and beautiful palette,” says Evans. “We can match clay roofs that have drastic color ranges, so you can create something beautiful, unique and durable—and more affordable.”

Bartile has been perfecting the art of premium roof tiles in northern Utah for 82 years. “My grandfather started this business in 1942,” says Evans. “Some of the roofs we built that first year are still in place.”

NICK EVANS GENERAL MANAGER

725 N. 1000 West, Centerville 801-295-3443 bartile.com

Instagram @bartileroofs

“These roofs last a lifetime. The lifespan of a Bartile roof is four times longer than the best asphalt shingle on the market and our tiles far surpass a class-A fire rating and have a 75-year warranty. Some styles even have a class-4 hail rating. Our eco-friendly roofs last 75–100 years and, when it’s time to replace them, we can recycle every material.”

Ask the Expert

WHAT ARE YOU BEST KNOWN FOR?

Custom crafting every order. Every single order is made specifically for each client. Most of what we do is custom color and custom design, and we’re known across the nation for the unique and creative results.

WHAT IS YOUR SIGNATURE PRODUCT?

Our New England slate is our best seller by far. With our metal gabled finish options, our tiles not only have a slate look, but when raked with a straight brush, they have a great shake look as well. We can help you create a wood shake or real slate look at a fraction of the cost and without the fire hazard or maintenance issues of wood or stone.

WHAT SETS YOUR WORK APART?

No matter what look you’re trying to achieve, we can provide it. Whether you want a nice clean wood shake or slate, mission style or clay tile, bring in paint samples or pictures you love and we’ll make it for you.

Brian Geer Development & Construction

Want the recipe for a stunning home?

Blend new ideas with timeless and elegant architecture and choose a site that takes your breath away. That’s the recipe Brian Geer uses in his work every day. He has earned his reputation for building quality homes by being upfront, honest, transparent and trustworthy.

Geer’s homes intentionally celebrate the breathtaking beauty of each setting, optimize views and drawing inspiration from natural landscapes. “Let your natural surroundings inspire every element of your design,” says Geer. “Every detail—

from how the home is situated on a carefully chosen lot to the layout, design and materials— should showcase and reflect the spectacular landscapes that make southwest Utah so special.”

A master builder of custom luxury homes, Geer creates stunning, welcoming and personal spaces. Every detail reflects the cooperative vision of the homeowner and builder, and is backed by more than 45 years of highly respected quality craftsmanship. Just a few reasons Home Builder Digest voted him the second best Custom Home Builder in Utah in 2017.

BRIAN GEER OWNER AND BUILDER

2295 Santa Clara Dr., Ste A, Santa Clara 435-656-1185

briangeerconstruction.com

“It’s important to trust who you choose to build your custom home. You’re not just building a home; you’re building a relationship. Make the right choice from the start by finding a person you get along with.”

Ask the Expert

THREE WORDS THAT BEST DESCRIBE YOUR BUSINESS: Personality. Honesty. Quality.

WHAT ARE YOU BEST KNOWN FOR?

Building homes that are in harmony with the natural environment. We make the most of the lot and create homes that offer expansive window spaces, inspiring sightlines and a seamless flow from interior to outdoor living spaces.

WHAT SETS YOUR WORK APART?

Quality, quality, quality. We build upper-end custom homes, not spec homes. So, each home is built precisely for the client. I give people what they spend their money on—a place that meets their needs and exceeds their expectations.

C. Blake Homes

Not all luxury homebuilders are the same,” says Brenda Blake, co-owner and principal at Blake Design. “The truth is, we’re different—very different.” C. Blake Homes is a full-service design and build firm in southern Utah that specializes in high-end desert homes.

“We understand luxury homes and all aspects of the trade,” she says. “We started small and grew intentionally.” The firm is known for clean design that’s comfortable and makes you want to stay a while. “We design and develop heirloom properties,” says Cary Blake, co-owner. “We’re

always seeking the best quality in building materials, appliances and furnishing. We build timeless homes that will stand the test of time.”

Desert homes have unique requirements: careful construction in tune with environmental sustainability, architectural design that harmonizes with the surrounding landscape, and interior design that reflect each homeowner’s lifestyle and aesthetics. This husband and wife duo can help you make the right choices in everything from site planning to products.

CARY & BRENDA BLAKE CO-OWNERS

1007 W. Sunset Blvd., St. George 435-229-7415

cblakehomes.com

Instagram @cblakehomes+design

“In a world where doing the minimum is expected, we offer an alternative. We have a full team of experts including in-house interior design, office staff, project management, construction, framing, concrete, tile and drywall crews. That means we can offer luxury custom work on efficient timelines.”

Ask the Expert

WHAT ARE CLIENTS ASKING FOR NOW?

Holistic and wellness features to improve physical and emotional well-being such as infrared saunas, cold plunge tubs, salt walls and green building materials, just to name a few.

WHAT ARE YOU BEST KNOWN FOR?

High-quality results. We have been in the business for 33 years and are completely referral-based. That means people come to us because we made someone they know happy.

WHAT MAKES SOUTHERN UTAH A UNIQUE PLACE FOR YOUR FIRM?

Blue skies and diverse scenery complement our homes perfectly. We enjoy designing and building vacation homes that take advantage of the warm weather and close proximity of several national parks.

Cutting Edge Pools & Landscaping

Apool is a great place to relax, but if you want a swimming pool that transcends mere functionality and becomes a true work of art, this is the team that can elevate your pool experience to new levels.

“We love building pools and we’re passionate about it,” says co-owner Adam Showell.

Cutting Edge Pools and Landscaping has been dazzling southern Utah for the past 25 years. “We’ve been around a long time and we’re one of the biggest and best in the state,” says co-owner Josh Allred. “We’re bonded and insured and we’ll be there if you have any issues.” Although their

expertise lies in luxury residential pools, they also handle a diverse range of projects including complex commercial pools, small VRBO projects, standard residential, lazy rivers, waterslides and landscaping.

Whether you’re building a new pool, refurbishing an existing one or adding a water feature with faux rocks, Cutting Edge has an in-house design team to help. They’ll draft a 3D design to make sure it’s exactly what you want. “Adam is a creative genius and I’m mechanically minded,” says Allred. “We collaborate to bring everything together and ensure success. Pools are not just our profession; they are our passion and way of life.”

JOSH ALLRED CO-OWNER

“ We love unique and different. We’re always on the lookout for new products, new ideas and new concepts. We spend a lot of time researching and traveling to find different features. We love making water do what it doesn’t naturally do. ”

1483 E. 3850 South, St. George 435-674-1588

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Instagram @cuttingedgepools

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WHAT ARE YOU BEST KNOWN FOR?

High-quality pools that look amazing. We like a good challenge. It’s fun to come up with solutions to transform wild ideas into reality. It’s not just a pool, it’s an experience. Small, colorful LED lights with dimmers add sparkle. Integrate a sound system to sync with the lights and you’ve got a spectacular water feature.

WHAT'S NEW AND NOTEWORTHY?

There are so many upcoming innovations in the pool industry like highly efficient pumps, innovative lighting choices and new products that replace plaster and concrete. For example, one product has a sand finish. It’s rigid and solid, so it rolls underneath, up the sides and on the deck for a seamless look.

European Marble & Granite

Our loyal employees—dedicated to superior services—devote personalized attention to every step of your project, from design and crafting to installation.

Visit either of our showrooms, and we will show you around the natural stone, handmade ceramic tile, durable porcelain tile and stone slab offerings.

SALT LAKE CITY

2575 S. 600 West 801-974-0333

europeanmarbleandgranite.com

Instagram @europeanmarble

PARK CITY

6622 N Landmark Dr., Ste. B-160 435-214-7445

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PARK CITY SHOWROOM

As our Showroom Manager, Nichole Stevens is artful, helpful and dedicated.

SALESPEOPLE EXTRAORDINAIRE

Our

FINISHED TO PERFECTION

Marco masterfully finishes an integrated sink custom fabricated in Tiffany Blue Quartzite.

SKILL & PRECISION

Master Sawman Tereso celebrates 28 years of experience and excellence, setting the standard in sawing.

STRONGMEN/INSTALLERS

Our

KATHLEEN

FUHRIMAN CO-OWNER

What Makes Your Team Unique?

“At European Marble and Granite, our secret to success is very simple. It is our people. Many of them have been with us for decades. As an owner, I am so proud of all of them with their extraordinary talents and expertise. It is because of their loyalty, longevity, and hard work that we are able to achieve a level of excellence which can exceed the high expectations of our clients.”

TALENTED SCULPTORS

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seasoned team of experts, with years of collective experience, bring a wealth of innovative ideas and comprehensive knowledge to every project.

Gatehouse No.1

When you step into Gatehouse No. 1, you’re not just shopping, you’re experiencing furniture with luxurious textures and vibrant hues. “Our expert design team guides you through every step of the process to help you transform your dreams into a stunning reality,” says owner Stephanie Holdaway. “From our professional design and delivery teams to our custom furniture, curated accessories and everything in between, quality matters,” she explains.

Gatehouse No.1 has been a staple in the design community since 1979. Owners Stephanie and Doug Holdaway, as well as their expert team, have

helped thousands of clients create custom furniture or choose from high-end furniture to adorn their favorite rooms. An unflinching dedication to high quality is at the heart of this local furniture store and interior design studio.

Your home design experience can be fun and deeply satisfying. “Yes, you can have it all,” says Doug. “We can help you craft a space that seamlessly blends functionality and beauty while infusing your personality and existing collections to each space.” With a 10,000-square-foot showroom full of gorgeous in-stock furniture and a team of professional designers, Gatehouse No.1 offers an easy design experience.

672 S. State Street, Orem

801-225-9505

gatehousestyle.com

Instagram @gatehouseno1

STEPHANIE

HOLDAWAY, OWNER/PRINCIPAL DESIGNER

DOUG HOLDAWAY OWNER/CREATIVE DIRECTOR

“Looking for a spring refresh? Bring the outdoors in with earthy tones and organic materials. Invest in comfortable and timeless furniture pieces. Then, layer lamps and vases filled with quality faux spring blossoms and greenery stems. Finally, add texture and patterns with pillows, statement chairs, window treatments and artwork to add personality and give your home a burst of renewal.”

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WHAT'S NEW AND NOTEWORTHY?

Our 2024 Utah Valley Parade of Homes in June with Raykon Construction will be a must-see. Follow us on Instagram or read our blog to see exciting new construction projects and several remodels. Check out our online shop for more everyday home and lifestyle pieces starting with a fresh spring drop. Watch for our set changes and design segments every month on Good Things Utah.

WHAT SETS YOUR BUSINESS APART?

Our showroom is loaded with furniture and accessories, so it is not only visually inspiring, but you can touch, feel and sit on everything. That way, you know exactly what you’re getting.

WHAT ARE YOU BEST KNOWN FOR?

Our warehouse is filled with furniture from our showroom, in stock and ready for quick delivery. Visit our design studio and talk to our team of trained designers; we’ll help you customize pieces to fit your personality and style. We’ve got the fabrics, leathers, stains, nail heads, trims, finishes and more to create a finished piece that’s just right for you.

HELM

Helm has been furnishing Utah’s finest homes since 1976. That’s because it caters to a variety of clients, offering luxury brands like Baker, Century, Bernhardt, Hickory Chair, Lexington, Massoud and more. Homeowners can find everything they need— including professional design guidance—to achieve their vision and maximize the true potential of their homes. But Helm is so much more than a furniture store.

It’s also a secret weapon of the state’s top interior designers and decorators, who partner with Helm through its industry-best partnership program. “By allowing Helm to manage all of the logistics of ordering, shipping, receiving, warehousing and

more, designers can focus on taking care of their clients and designing homes,” says owner Chris Ross. “We’ll handle the administrative work, so designers can do what they love.”

A true partner to design professionals, Helm offers access to volume discounts from a worldwide network of furniture manufacturers. Designers can use the local 30,000 square-foot showroom as if it were their own and bring their clients to browse, see and touch the furniture, fabrics and other materials. “We also offer instant off-the-showroomfloor sourcing of furniture for urgent needs, shortor long-term storage with no warehousing fees and white-glove, blanket-wrapped delivery,” says Ross.

CHRIS ROSS OWNER/PRINCIPAL

“Helm is the No. 1 furniture store in Utah and is even a top choice for homeowners and professional designers in surrounding states. For homeowners, Helm is a designer resource with experts that leverage fl oor plans and in-home visits to help design spaces and select the perfect furnishings.”

5253 S. State Street, Murray 801-263-1292

HelmHome.com

Instagram @helmhome

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WHY DO PEOPLE CHOOSE HELM?

People come to Helm to get exactly what they’re looking for to design their entire home—from furniture for every room to lighting, rugs, art and accessories. They may see it in the showroom or get it by connecting with one of Helm’s many high-quality manufacturing partners who custom build the perfect pieces.

WHAT ARE THREE WORDS THAT BEST DESCRIBE YOU?

Luxury custom furniture.

WHAT SETS YOUR PRODUCT APART?

Furniture purchased at Helm is literally unlike anything available through other retailers because it is completely customized. With the help of professional designers, homeowners select their own fabrics, leathers, wood finishes and more. The end result is stunning, high-quality furniture that perfectly aligns with the homeowner’s design style and vision.

Highland Group

If you are looking for the style you’ve always wanted created exclusively for you, your search is over. Highland Group is a full-service home design firm that specializes in the unique. “Everything I design is one-of-a-kind,” says Tim Furner, founder and principal. “I look at every project with fresh eyes. I take great pride in not having a style; everything is custom designed. No two families or homeowners are ever the same.”

Tim Furner and Tim Wyatt (known as Tim & Tim) started Highland Group in 1986. Four years ago, Tim Wyatt passed away. Wyatt’s son Robert, along with the entire staff, works hard to fill the void. “We designed so many homes together that I often feel him still here with me,” says Furner.

4471 S. Highland Drive, Salt Lake City 801-277-4433

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Instagram @highland.group

Furner strives for enduring design. “The world is getting more modern,” says Furner. “But using natural materials and organizing elements that relate to the environment help keep it as timeless as possible.” Each project begins with a design/build team that includes a general contractor, interior designer and the owner—all collaborating together. “We do onsite visits from concept through build to refine the design and to make our clients' home all they have dreamt of,” he says.

When you’re ready to design your dream home, bring a wish list and hopeful budget and let Furner and his team take it from there.

TIM FURNER FOUNDER/PRINCIPAL

“I still do all my conceptual designs by hand. My brain doesn’t work unless I have a pencil in my hand. Once I finish the design, I’ll hand it off to my staff and we’ll build a full walk-through 3D model, but it all starts by

hand. It’s a dying art."

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WHAT ARE COMMON MISTAKES HOMEOWNERS OFTEN MAKE?

Not spending adequate time or money on the original design of the house. Rather than getting it right, they settle with “it’ll do.” They’ll slowly realize that if the design had been better thought out from the get-go, it would have been more functional.

WHAT'S A KEY PIECE OF DESIGN ADVICE?

Don’t design the home for today’s needs only. You might be an empty nester soon or your kids might move back with grandkids. Try to think ahead to what spaces you may need in the future.

WHAT NEW INNOVATIONS EXCITE YOU?

Alternative energy-saving building construction methods and natural exterior materials that are either noor low-maintenance. The window and door industry continues to create better and better products with bigger expanses of glass and smaller frames to maximize views.

PHOTOS BY STEVE WILSON PHOTOGRAPHY

Holladay Hills

Holladay Hills is redefining communities. This premium, master-planned, mixeduse, walkable luxury community will include more than 600 residences as well as office, dining, shopping and entertainment spaces. "There are walking trails, central plazas and a park - All set beneath the backdrop of the beautiful Wasatch Mountains," says Jared Miller, senior director of sales and marketing at Van Daele Homes. "Revitalizing the old Cottonwood Mall site, Holladay Hills offers thoughtful green space, bike-friendly infrastructure, walking trails and pet-friendly open spaces that promote healthy lifestyles," says Steve Peterson, general partner and developer at Millrock Capital. Residents can choose from luxury apartments or townhomes,

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E. Rodeo Walk Drive, Holladay

or exclusive penthouse condominiums featuring modern and sophisticated building designs with oversized windows, upscale amenities and innovative technology integrations.

Residential services will be managed by Woodbury Communities, a local management division of Woodbury Corporation dedicated to professional service. Woodbury has been building communities for more than 100 years in the Intermountain West and has earned a reputation for taking a thoughtful, hands-on approach to development and management.

See it for yourself. Elevate Townhomes at Holladay Hills has two beautifully furnished model homes open to the public five days a week. Or, schedule a tour for the grand opening of The Grandeur.

The Grandeur Apartments at Holladay Hills: 385-233-5533

The Grandeur Penthouse Condominiums at Holladay Hills: 801-933- 1700

Elevate Luxury Townhomes at Holladay Hills by Van Dael Homes: 801-406-1912 holladayhills.com

Instagram @livegrandeur and @vandaelehomes

JEFF WOODBURY SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT WOODBURY CORPORATION

"As a local, family-owned developer, Woodbury Corporation understands Utah's unique market and the wants and needs of its residents. We are committed to making Holladay Hills a gathering place for families, business professionals, young people and empty nesters - whether they choose to live here, or come here to shop, dine or for entertainment."

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WHAT IS YOUR SIGNATURE STYLE OR PRODUCT?

Communities with a true sense of place created through intentional planning and thoughtful design. Our projects prioritize public spaces, energy efficiency, timeless aesthetics and community-centric amenities to elevate the overall living experience. Each project reflects our dedication to creating not just retail spaces and residences, but thriving neighborhoods that residents call home.

WHAT IS A FREQUENT CLIENT REQUEST OR NEED RIGHT NOW?

People want connectivity. They want easy access to entertainment, cafes, restaurants, workplaces and transportation; and they also want to connect with other people. They're searching for communities that provide spaces and activities that foster social interaction and personal relationships.

WHAT NEW INNOVATIONS

EXCITE YOU?

A multi-use project like Holladay Hills is so exciting. Electrical vehicle chargers? Check. Advanced building access controls? Absolutely. Great walking trails and green space? Yep. Incredible amenities? Come check them out. Great retail, restaurant and entertainment? It's happening.

Inside Out Architecturals

With a sharp focus on environmental sustainability, more people opt to remodel or update their homes.

“People are fixing what they have rather than building something new,” says Leah Wynn, owner. “And that means either restoring existing elements or using something new that is aligned with the integrity of the original architecture.” For example, during the 80s Tuscan trend, many people installed travertine stone tiles. As they refresh their homes, they’re simplifying the existing color palette with creams to modernize the existing travertine and give the space a new vibe.

Inside Out Architecturals provides a variety of materials to create an environment customized

for every individual. Leah Wynn-with team Anna Ayala, Shelby Sunderland and Kate Burr—can help you creatively identify and define functional spaces and then personalize and beautify them.

Representing more than 50 unique decorative tile lines, Inside Out Architecturals boasts an intriguing collection of tile options from one-ofa-kind stones and large-format glass to enduring traditional flooring and historical ornamentals. “We carry the handiwork of today’s artisans in metal and ceramic tile, glass, leather and dimensional tile that are best described as art.”

LEAH WYNN OWNER

3410 S. 300 West, Salt Lake City 801-487-3274

insideoutarchitecturals.com

Instagram @insideoutarchitecturals

“Our clients are a mix of interior designers and retail clients. The designers usually know exactly what they want. They bring us fabric, upholstery, surface samples, etc., then they rely on us to guide them. Many retail customers come in and are looking for inspiration—we have a design team that can help. We have deep knowledge of tiles. So, whatever you need, we can help.”

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WHAT ARE YOU KNOWN FOR?

Always delivering the good stuff. Every year, I go to tile conventions and on several buying trips, researching and looking for the newest hottest trends and trying to stay ahead of them. Then I bring them back to our brick-and-mortar shop. Unique imported tiles are special ordered., so once you find what you want, order ahead of time.

WHAT NEW INNOVATIONS

EXCITE YOU.

Traditional looks like Delft tile and hand-painted fruit collections are making a comeback. For a few years, everything was stark and clean. Now, we’re seeing a lot of color.

WHAT IS NEW AND NOTEWORTHY?

Hand-glazed ceramic tiles with imprinted designs. Artisans start with pink terra cotta clay then imprint designs. The glaze adds layers of depth and texture: crunchy pits and holes and new colors like blues surface. They are gorgeous.

K. Rocke Interior Design

Finishes and final details make the biggest difference in how people read a space,” says acclaimed designer Kristin Rocke, owner of K. Rocke Interior Design. She adds unexpected elements to create artistic spaces that help people live their best lives. “We’re known for our creativity, efficiency and personalization,” she says. “I love helping people infuse their identities into their spaces.”

This Utah-based interior design firm has completed influential interiors across the globe. With an extensive and award-winning list of projects, Rocke has been listed as one of the “Top 10” Interior Designers by Traditional Home. Her work has been featured in various distinguished publications including Luxe Interiors

3910 E. Highland Drive, Millcreek

801-274-2720

krockedesign.com

Instagram @krockedesign

+ Design, Florida Design: Home, Boca Design, and California Home + Design and more. “I’ve been doing this craft for a long time,” she says. “I’m really excited about how we’re building on the broad foundation we’ve built over the years. We’re growing and taking on new challenges in architecture, hard finishes, space planning, locations and material requirements.”

From resorts and restaurants to retail shops and residences, the firm has completed projects coast to coast. “A dream team is made up of different players: the home owners, the architect, the builder and the interior designer,” says Rocke. “Each has different perspectives and objectives and all contribute valuable insight.”

KRISTEN ROCKE PRINCIPAL & OWNER

“We just celebrated our 20th anniversary. Personally, I have more than 42,000 hours experience in design; my team has more than 86,000 hours collectively. That’s a lot of seeing and doing. Although we typically do modern design with a lively disposition, we have a vast range. It’s really fun working within different decorative languages simultaneously."

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WHAT ARE YOU BEST KNOWN FOR?

Creative, unique design personalized to each client and location. We’re known for infusing spaces with a lot of color. Inspiration is radically abundant and can be found in people, places, nature, art, fashion and music.

WHAT NEW INNOVATIONS EXCITE YOU?

Hand-combed plaster and fibertextured wallcoverings add a multiplicity of dimension to walls. There’s a whole new world outside of grass cloth, from harvested exotic grasses and 3D wall panels to scratched metal.

WHAT'S NEW AND NOTEWORTHY?

Decorative painting is back with abstract, expressive fervor. Used on accent walls as well as larger spaces, these bold gestures, color washes and faux finishes can dramatically alter the feeling of a space.

O.C. Tanner Jewelers

OC Tanner Jewelers Home & Lifestyle department in the flagship downtown store is truly a hidden gem. Ascend to the third floor to find home accessories and gifts which are both timeless and imaginative. The store boasts a wide range of items from handcrafted serving and décor pieces to exquisite lifestyle books,luxurious crystal and fine ceramics for stylish entertaining. The Park City store also offers a curated selection of items which embody the aesthetic of chic mountain lifestyle.

“Beautiful living spaces enhance the quality of life,” says Dixie Merback, home & lifestyle buyer. “Our selection is designed to infuse your home with beauty and sophistication.” Whether seeking

a distinctive gift or unique addition to your space, the constantly evolving collection ensures there is always something new to discover. “We are committed to exceptional customer service and find immense satisfaction in helping clients find the perfect gift or home accessory,” she says. O.C. Tanner Jewelers is a proud retailer of Kathryn McCoy collections. McCoy imagines her pieces as “exquisite jewelry for the home.” Marrying sophisticated design and natural materials, she creates stunning yet functional votives, bowls, lamps and custom installations which fit beautifully into any design. The natural, pure and seductive qualities of each stone mean every creation is truly unique.

DIXIE MERBACK HOME AND LIFESTYLE BUYER

“Our founder Obert Tanner believed beauty gave more joy to more people over a longer period of time than any other human value. This vision still guides us as we strive to bring the most beautiful and unique items to our market.”

15 S. State Street, Salt Lake City

801-532-3222

octannerjewelers.com

Instagram @octannerjewelers

WHAT SETS YOU APART?

Our knowledge, relationships and service. We personally know the people behind our brands, we have relationships with them and our customers. Our entire staff believes in creating delightful experiences and takes great pride in the joy of helping our customers.

THREE WORDS THAT BEST DESCRIBE YOUR PRODUCTS

Beautiful. Sophisticated. Exclusive.

WHAT MAKES UTAH A UNIQUE MARKET FOR YOUR PRODUCTS?

We are pleased to bring a unique selection of items from well-known national brands such as Baccarat and Georg Jensen juxtaposed with hand-crafted international brands such as Montes Doggett from Peru and Rina Menardi from Italy.

Sunline Landscapes

People want to step out of their backdoors and be transported into their own secret gardens,” says owner Curtis Atkinson. “They’re not just looking for landscaping, they want seclusion—a place to escape to.” That is exactly what Sunline Landscapes has been helping homeowners create for the past 23 years.

Sunline Landscapes is a full-service luxury landscape design firm offering expertise for every step of your project, from design and installation and/or construction to property care and fine gardening. “Our landscape designers

will work with your home architect to make sure the landscape fits the overall aesthetic,” he says. They’ll also work with you to help you understand what a high-end, well-designed landscaping project involves including budget, location and process. Get in touch early in the planning process. “Curating landscapes of this scale and level of detail can take some time,” Atkinson says. It’s never too early to start the process. “We’ll design the property, source and procure the plant material, and store it in our holding yard until it is time to plant,” he says.

14745 S. Heritagecrest Way, Bluffdale

801-253-6434

sunlinelandscape.com

Instagram @sunlinelandscapes

CURTIS ATKINSON OWNER

"With rising interest rates, people are choosing to reevaluate and redesign their current property. So instead of building or buying, people are creating new outdoor living spaces, installing pools or adding private entertaining areas. This requires expert design and planning to help maximize the space you have now.

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WHAT INFLUENCES AND INSPIRES YOUR WORK?

It’s super cool to see how creative people are when they dream of their outdoor spaces. We love collaborating—the ideas that people have are so unique and personalized. We can’t wait to see what the next job or project will be and to see these magical spaces come to life.

EXCITED ABOUT

We’re willing to work with any style from traditional to ultra-modern. There’s no boilerplate—every landscape we do is designed to complement the style of the home as well as the homeowners. That’s why home architects and interior designers love working with our landscape designers and construction team.

FRESH IDEAS

Because Utah has four distinct seasons, we get to work with a huge palette of colors and the plants. We have amazing natural landscapes, so we simply complement and enhance what’s already there. Since we are able to cater to any style, the natural diversity in this state inspires a lot of creative approaches.

BEFORE & AFTER

Hit Refresh

Designer Andrea West transforms a cramped and dated kitchen into a stylish, hardworking hub

BY BRAD MEE | PHOTOS BY KAYLEEN MICHELLE

When Lindsey and Peter Wynia decided to overhaul the kitchen of their traditional ’90s home in Spokane, they had big changes in mind. Creating more usable and enjoyable space was top among them. “ e kitchen was too small for the grandeur of our home, and a lot of its area was eaten up by a little-used pantry,” Lindsey recalls. e cramped room was also dark, outdated and functionally awed. Enter designer Andrea West, whose Instagram posts showcase many of her rm’s stunning projects, including a slew of inspiring kitchens. ese images motivated Lindsey to reach out and hire the Utah-based pro, who worked remotely as she collaborated with the Wynias to transform their kitchen for the active family. “I was obsessed with her work’s transitional aesthetic,” recalls Lindsey.” I wanted to upgrade my traditional kitchen with a more modern vibe and to create a room that excites me to spend time there.” Here’s a look inside the reimagined room and a dozen savvy ways West delivered new life to the home’s old kitchen.

1. OPEN UP

“We began by reworking the oorplan,” West explains. She removed an ine cient butler’s pantry, using its space to give the kitchen more livable area and to improve its tra c ow. West also removed a dropped tray ceiling that contributed to the kitchen’s cramped dimensions. A new oor-toceiling pantry provides plenty of space for storage.

2. PASS ON STARK WHITE

Ditching the kitchen’s dark nishes and heavy features, West replaced old cupboards with custom cabinetry pairing Egret (a white paint with taupe undertones) with a light gray stain. “I didn’t want a traditional white kitchen, and I love a dramatic, two-tone design,” Lindsey says. West also swapped out dark granite and tile with milky white marble. Chantilly Lace paint freshens the walls. “It’s a crisp, yet warm white,” West says.

3. TEAM CURVES AND CORNERS

CABINETS

Egret

SW 2004

Sherwin Williams

WALLS

Chantilly Lace OC-65

Curved and rounded elements, from the island’s radius ends and vintage-style barstools to oversized pendant lights and arced shelf brackets, counter the room’s squared-o range hood, paneled cabinets and clean-lined edges. e curves not only add a sense of comfort and ease to the space, but also connect with the form of an arched niche original to the home.

4. THINK BIG

“I’m all about a large island,” Lindsey says. West responded with a 12-foot-long island featuring a deep, 12-inch overhang that accommodates comfortable seating and four stools at the counter. e island includes Lindsey’s must-have prep sink and provides loads of storage in its base.

5. FINISH THE FLOORS

While sanding the original wood oors, the team discovered they were too soft and unable to be properly stained. West replaced them with Luxury Plank Vinyl (LVP). It resembles real wood and provides the durability, waterproofed quality and easy care the busy family (and its two dogs) need. “Plus, the oor works seamlessly with the new design of the home,” the designer says.

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6. LAYER LIGHTING

“Accent lighting sets the tone of a space and makes it more cozy,” says West, who chooses sconces, pendants and even lamps to supplement overhead lighting in kitchens. “ is layered lighting makes a room feel so di erent when the overheads are o .” A mix of nishes and forms adds to accent lighting’s decorative power, and their shades and di users eliminate unwanted glare emanating from exposed bulbs.

7. DELIVER DRAMA

Shots of black counter the room’s lighter tones. Dark accents include an Ilve range, gridded window frames, accent pieces, Roman shades and large Visual Comfort pendants. “I love the oversized pendants— they are so dramatic,” Lindsey says. West agrees. “ ey also deliver the scale the island deserves.”

“Contrast is so dramatic and e ective in the design of a room.” —Andrea West

8. EMBRACE MARBLE

e homeowners craved real marble, so West selected Calacatta Vagli to complement the cabinet nishes. “It has a lot of warmth and character, but it doesn’t look like it is trying too hard,” West says. e elegant, milky white marble ows from the countertops to the backsplashes to achieve a seamless and timeless look.

9. INCLUDE OPEN SHELVES

West exposed shelving on the ends of the island to o set its large scale while creating a place to store and display everyday items like bowls, platters and stacked dishes that are too big for upper shelves. Smaller shelves frame the window above the sink and artfully showcase easyto-reach glassware and a mix of eyecatching accessories.

10. GO FOR THE GOLD

“Every space needs a little gold,” says West, who favors antiqued brass for the warmth and timeless look it gives a room. is kitchen’s hardware, lighting, plumbing and even the Ilve range trim deliver a mix of gold nishes. “Don’t duplicate them. You want a variety of unmatched tones,” the designer advises.

11. CANE YOUR CABINETS

“Mixed materials make a room look more collected and lived in,” says West, who chose timeless cane panels to front upper cabinet doors. “A natural material, cane relaxes the space better than more formal glass and hides what is behind the door more e ectively.”

12. ADD A DRINK STATION

Located opposite the working side of the kitchen, a muchused drink station provides function while balancing out the design and drama of the main area. A diamond-pattern marble backsplash, open shelves, cane-front uppers and dark base cabinets with light-toned doors complement the design of the main kitchen without duplicating it. “We wanted it to have its own style,” West says.

“Don’t duplicate gold finishes. You want a variety of unmatched tones.

—Andrea West

SHELF LIFE

Andrea West’s tips for finessing the styling of open shelves

Framed Art adds detail and personality. Consider still lifes and landscapes, but avoid family photos. Choose pieces that add interest without having to be studied.

Books add character but only select cookbooks. Retain their jackets if they are nice, otherwise remove them. Stack and layer books for needed height or dimension.

Functional items are ideal. Easy-to-reach everyday glassware and serving dishes are ideal for displays and access can ease your daily routine. Stow away the plastic and oddly colored pieces. Also avoid purely decorative items. Instead, choose cake stands, cutting boards, pitchers and other practical pieces for their unique character.

Baskets and woven trays add an organic touch while being handy and useful when needed.

Greenery, whether real or faux, is a must for every kitchen. Put the plants near natural light. Remember, placing faux greenery in dark corners makes it look obviously fake.

Brackets for open shelves aren’t always needed for support, but they can be added as a decorative detail that nods to the past.

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With a combined 2.59 acres, this is a rare opportunity to own a sizable, flat, buildable lot in one of Utah’s most sought after neighborhoods.

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• 5 minutes from Holladay City center

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COOL METALS

Silver toned metals read confidently cool in a provocative decor recently imagined by Alice Lane Interiors. Creative Director Jessica Ben nett welcomes us inside the home and shares the secrets to using cool metals here and in other chic interiors she and her team create.

BY BRAD MEE | PHOTOS BY MICHELLE WHITE

Take a look at some of today’s most compelling interiors and you may notice an uptick in the appearance of cool-toned metals and finishes. Jessica Bennett and Suzanne Hall—celebrated designers and hosts of our fave podcast Dear Alice—recently responded to a client’s “no brass or gold” directive for her contemporary decor. They chose cool metallics to deliver style and sparkle that make the spaces really shine. We were instantly wowed, so we asked Bennett about these materials and finishes and to share the ways she and her team used them to elevate the style of this and other projects that are undeniably cool.

HIT THE HOOD

“I always love a range hood in nickel,” says Bennett. “It feels more culinary, and I love the sheen of it against a paint grade or stain grade kitchen.” Here, a headturning hood makes a bold statement with its organic, polished nickel form cuffed in blackened nickel.

MAKE AN IMPACT

Bennett has a simple strategy for creating the biggest impact when layering eye-catching elements like cool metals into a space. “Start by layering them at eye level, “she advises. “You’ll get extra credit for them.”

High-flying chandeliers, for example, may not instantly catch your attention, but lamps, table-top accessories and other mid-level additions make an immediate impression. In the home’s library, Bennett and her team used framed art, a swing-arm sconce and a nickel-and-lucite table base to place shots of shimmering cool metallics front and center.

“We have been seeing the cool metal tones pop up and dominate the fashion industry for at least 3 years now, and we knew it would carry over into interiors,” says Bennett. Citing patent chrome purses by Coach, alien-like futuristic sunglass shapes and blades, all things Kardashian and even chrome-toned fingernails, she explains, “The coolest of the cool have been at it for years.” Cool metals have a clean, modern feel that can help drive retro or vintage modern style. “Think of all of the beautiful vintage Ralph Lauren cars, crystal chandeliers, silvered mirrors,” she exclaims. “And with no yellow or golden tones, they never really feel old.”

Jessica Bennett

MIX IT IN

Yes, you can—and should—mix metals, contends Bennett. “Not leaning too hard in any one direction keeps the home feeling beautiful no matter the current trend,” she says. And for those not ready to commit to cool metals, Bennett advises easing in gradually. “Introduce them slowly. Once you start having an eye for it, you’ll be confident to do more.” These homeowners shunned brass and gold finishes, but the Alice Lane design team snuck in brass C tables and a gold-handled tray to counter—and complement—the living room’s sleek steelframed chair and ottoman and, across the room, an arced chrome floor lamp.

What’s the Dif?

POLISHED NICKEL VS CHROME

Nickel and chrome are both resilient finishes and are created similarly, plated onto brass and polished to a shiny, smooth and mirror-like surface. The key difference is the temperature of their tones. Chrome is typically colder with a somewhat blueish tint, while polished nickel is warmer and reads slightly yellow. Because of their high sheens, both need to be wiped clean if and when they are handled. Nickel is generally more expensive than chrome and can tarnish over time, but a lacquered finish slows the process. Brushed nickel, a designer favorite, eliminates smudging and fingerprint worries. Chrome is more affordable. If it is damaged, it can dull and any inferior plating can result in flaking, leaving the core metal open to rust.

“Nickel is always safe, particularly polished nickel because it provides more warmth than chrome. And it doesn’t sway in being universally beautiful, no matter the trend.”

—JESSICA BENNETT

THINK BEYOND METAL

There are many ways to introduce a glimmering metallic look beyond metals. Bennett includes mirrors, silver leafed ceilings, mercury glass lighting, wallcoverings and platinum-finished furnishings among them. She and her team dressed the home’s two-story stairway wall with a composition of vertical mirrors that reflect light while doubling the visual impact of the stunning, nickelaccented glass railing.

CHILL IN COMFORT

“If comfort and warmth is the goal, using the right colors with your metals will give you those feelings, as will adding natural light, living finishes, patterns and textures,” says Bennett. In the dining room, nickelfinished chairs deliver a dash of reflective decadence to the stand-out space, while the thick rug, cascading-chain chandelier and live-edge wood table top inject soothing texture and materiality.

HIT THE HARDWARE

“I see the nickel, silvered and chrome finishes in an edited, chic way,” says Bennett, who turns to “all-things hardware” from drapery rods and doorknobs to plumbing suites, door hinges and cabinetry hardware to showcase these cool materials. Discreet ledge pulls, plumbing fixtures and even the window cranks shimmer in cool nickel, delivering jewelry-like accents to the streamlined kitchen.

WORK IT IN

Look to the home’s hardest working spaces for adding coolmetal magic. “Because we use the metals primarily in kitchens and baths, we pair them with the finest finishes in the home,” Bennett says. Think marble, wood finishes, mirrors, lighting’s glass crystals and more. “Nickel just shines against all of those gorgeous natural living finishes.”

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Classic Move

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Emily and Taylor Jackson’s new Alpine home was designed and built by The Fox Group and is surrounded by mountain and valley views. Inspired by manors of the English countryside, its shingle-clad exterior is complemented by copper gutters as well as chimneys and a portecochère formed from stone.

When a view lot in Alpine beckoned, fashion-insider Emily Jackson and her family turned to Tom and Cara Fox to create a new home with timeless style and lux livability

Beneath the living room’s soaring barrel ceiling, a handpainted Gracie wallpaper on a burnished metallic ground reflects glorious light flowing through an arched wall of windows. Designer Cara Fox chose vertical tongueand-groove paneling and a cast limestone mantelpiece to dress the anchoring fireplace. The chaise is from Oly Studio and the rug is from King’s House.

OPPOSITE: The foyer’s white paneled walls are the ideal foil for a grand staircase that wraps around the enormous three-story space. Scale played a crucial part in creating the massive room, and Cara chose oversized furnishings, lanterns and black-and-white marble floor tiles to foster its glamorous, classic style.

EExuberant maximalism has its place, but it isn’t in Emily Jackson’s new house. Th e same goes for distilled modernism. “I have four kids and run a multi-million dollar business, so I needed our house to be calm and comforting,” says Emily, fashion and fi tness infl uencer and the founder/creative director of IVL Collective, a premium activewear brand.

Five years ago, Emily tired of the house where she and husband Taylor were raising their young family, so she searched for a lot in Alpine where the couple could build a new home. “I love the area and wanted to be in the mountains,” she explains. Emily struck gold when she found a hillside double lot overlooking the valley and surrounding peaks. Initially, Taylor resisted the idea of moving, but Emily knew this site would be a game changer. “He’s a sucker for a beautiful view,” she laughs. A nearby trailhead also seduced the couple, who are avid trail runners. “Nothing is better than being able to cross the street and be in the mountains,” she says.

The Jacksons tapped Tom and Cara Fox to design and build their family’s new home, a decision that came easily. “I love their

Interior designer Cara Fox (left) with homeowner Emily Jackson.

East Coast, Connecticut vibe. And when we met, it was a perfect fit,” Emily recalls.

The Fox Group, known for creating timeless heritage homes, is a simpatico choice for clients craving fresh, classic style. Count Emily among them. “I wanted a traditional home that’s timeless with nothing too trendy,” she explains. But, interior designer Cara adds, Emily also fancied a sense of sophisticated glamor and modern luxury. “Think Ralph Lauren, Victoria Hagen and the grand manors of the English countryside,” Cara says.

Bringing this fresh traditional style to the Alpine setting with a large, shingle-clad home could have been tricky, but The Fox Group made all the right moves. Tom fashioned timeless architecture defined by calming symmetry and classically proportioned features, including windows, gables and overhangs. To foster the dwelling’s refined-yet-relaxed style, he incorporated white-painted railings, copper gutters and local stone that forms multiple chimneys and a large porte-cochère. Even the landscape’s curved lines and a lack of stately stairs leading to the front door fend off a sense of buttoned-up formality or drama. “We used classic proportions and elements on the outside and saved the more dramatic moments for inside the home,” Cara says.

The interior, like the facade, reflects a sense of classic elegance and showcases masterful architectural elements including coffered ceilings, custom paneling and oversized elements befitting the home’s generous scale. The massive three-story foyer, a must-have for Emily, features elegantly paneled walls, a wrap-around staircase and a black-and-white checkered marble floor. “It’s an amazing walk-in moment,” Cara observes. It also provides a striking backdrop for photos of Emily’s activewear and product campaigns.

The grand foyer opens to the equally astounding living room, defined by an enormous window wall, soaring barrel ceiling and exquisite Gracie wallpaper. “I knew that I wanted the flow of a huge entry that leads to the living room with doors opening to the backyard,” Emily says. “And Tom nailed it.” The configuration allows the Jacksons to entertain on a large scale while being able to close off their family’s more private rooms and spaces, which can’t be seen from the entry. Emily explains, “Our old house had an open floor plan that let people see much of the house from the front door, and I didn’t want that here.”

Down the hall and out of sight from the entry is the family hub gifted with generous, 12-foot ceilings and loads of natural light. The open space combines a chic kitchen, a relaxed family room

UPPER LEFT: In the two-story powder room, light emanating from the window makes the trim and ceiling’s high-gloss paint gleam. Cara color matched the custom hue with the room’s Gucci wallpaper. “It’s like a little jewel box,” she says. The built-ins are by Christopher Scott Cabinetry and the lighting is from Visual Comfort.

LOWER LEFT: Located off the entry, Taylor’s office is decidedly dark and moody. A soaring ceiling and large windows adds to the space’s appeal.

A view-laden bay window hugs the dining area’s round table and chairs by Chaddock. The cushion upholstery is by Schumacher, and the Marie Flanigan Menil chandelier is from Visual Comfort.

Large banks of windows flood the kitchen and adjoining pantry with views and natural light. The 12-foot-high diamond coffered ceilings, fineline paneled walls and herringbone-patterned hardwood floors exude a sense of luxury and English charm, while the artfully crafted marble hood and waterfall-style island deliver a modern edge. The plumbing is by Waterstone Faucets, the lighting is by Visual Comfort and the custom cabinets are crafted by Christopher Scott Cabinetry.

UPPER RIGHT: Painted a deep shade of navy blue, the eye-catching butler’s pantry boasts built-ins loaded with storage and open shelving. The black-and-white checkered marble floor mimics that of the entry, strengthening a sense of continuity throughout the decor.

LOWER RIGHT: Monogrammed knobs personalize the L’Atelier range. Marble is cut into a uniquely shaped backsplash that supports a narrow shelf upon which small oil paintings are displayed above the cooktop

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UPPER RIGHT: Beneath the primary bathroom’s vaulted ceiling, a large mirror hangs in front of a bank of windows that fl ood the marble-dressed space with profuse light. Cabinets are by Christopher Scott Cabinetry, the draperies were fashioned by Uptown Drapes and the chandeliers are by Visual Comfort.

LOWER RIGHT: A trio of muralpaper wall panels by artist Susan Harter deliver calming color and nature scenes to the bedroom.

and a casual dining spot hugged by a bay of floor-to-ceiling windows. “I didn’t want a formal dining room that we’d never use,” Emily explains. Throughout the house, you’d be hard-pressed to find a plain surface. “I hate drywall because it feels cold,” Emily explains. Cara and Tom responded with walls and ceilings masterfully detailed in everything from classic moldings and tongue-and-groove paneling to coffers and jaw-dropping wallcoverings. The interior’s harmonious palette primarily leans to warm whites and neutral tones that satisfy Emily’s desire for serenity, yet Cara punctuated it with shots of color—mostly blues—“for added interest.” The powder room, for example, gleams with vivid teal trim that the designer color-matched to Gucci wallpaper. Taylor’s two-story office flaunts moody blue walls and the butler’s pantry is a celebration of head-to-toe navy built-ins that nod to the dark-blue front door painted in Benjamin Moore’s Raccoon Fur. “A thread of blue weaves throughout the home,” Cara says.

Truth is, there are so many things to obsess over in the home. There’s the exaggerated scale that contributes to its sense of glamor and luxury. There’s the hillside location that affords breathtaking views from nearly every window strategically positioned in the time-honored architecture. There’s the mix of lux materials— elegant marble, herringbone-patterned hardwood, cast limestone and hand-painted wallpapers—that elevate the decor. And there’s the abundance of fixtures, furnishings and unexpected details that foster the fresh take on tradition for which The Fox Group is known. For Emily, the house is much greater than the sum of its parts. “I love this house,” she says. “It’s everything I hoped that it would be—and more.”

TRUE TO THE PAST

In the shadows of Salt Lake’s Mount Olympus, a once-hidden modernist gem gets a new life sixty years after renowned architect John Sugden pioneered its design.

BY VAL RASMUSSEN | PHOTOS BY SCOT ZIMMERMA

T“The fact that we have this landmark piece of American architecture in our backyard, and we don’t know about it, is crazy,” says photographer Scot Zimmerman, who has documented more than his fair share of architecturally significant buildings during the past 40 years. The 1964 Seigel House—named for its original owner and built into Salt Lake’s Mount Olympus hillside—ranks high among them.

Recently, a few discerning eyes have taken note of the glass-and-steel home’s pedigree, designer and artist Doug Smith, in particular. “It is a rare architectural gem of midcentury and International Style that had been hidden for 25 years,” he says.

Forest overgrowth and a weather-worn fence shrouded the home and site until late 2023, when Doug Smith and his team of designers, builder Alan Cottle and talented landscapers painstakingly renovated the property to reflect its origin—one with a thoroughbred lineage.

The boxy residence owes its pedigree to architect John W. Sugden (1922-2003), one of the “last disciples of Mies [van der Rohe] and the Bauhaus-inspired modernist,” according to his Salt Lake Tribune obituary. Midcentury architecture academics and aficionados revere Sugden for pioneering modernist design in Utah.

In 1952, Sugden moved to Utah from Chicago where he studied under famed German-American architect Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. Van der

PRECEDING PAGE: Eighteen I-beam columns elevate the hovering structure of the 1964 glass-and-steel modernist home over the lush East bench mountainside. “The John Sugden-designed home is arguably the most Iconic home in Utah,” says contractor Alan Cottle, who partnered with Doug Smith on the renovation.

ABOVE: The crew restored all entryway finishes—walnut paneling, terrazzo flooring, modular storage closets and circular staircase railing—to their original state. The decor includes an Indonesian sculpture, Godfrey Hirst rug, a CB2 console and artwork by Doug Smith and Danny Setjo.

Modernist design dictated new rules of residential living with an open layout, a far departure from the Victorian and Craftsman era that preceded it. Restoring the main living room with original 1964 photos in hand, the crew removed fluorescent lighting, window coverings and a dropped acoustical ceiling added after the initial construction. New ceiling height and LED track lighting now showcase clean lines and maximize window exposure to the site, exposing the white steel skeleton of the structure.

Anchored by original terrazzo flooring, the dining, fireplace lounge and living room areas make the open space ideal for entertaining large groups.

Rohe launched the “less is more” concept of International Style in the U.S.—fl at-roofed structures with minimal ornamentation, asymmetrical composition, emphasis on volume and bands of windows set into a rectangular form—making him one of the most infl uential architects of the 20th century. Sugden also assisted Mies on the Farnsworth House—the famous 1951 modernist residence in Plano, Ill.—that changed how Americans thought about residential living.

Jack Smith already knew of Sugden’s illustrious portfolio when he—a young architecture student at the University of Utah—fi rst ran into the established architect in the 1950s. “I met him at the Sport House, [a] kind of club for skiers and ski racers,” recalls Jack Smith, now 91. “I asked him for a job, but he said he didn’t have one.” Eventually, Sugden hired his fellow ski enthusiast.

Jack Smith became a draftsman under Sugden on the Siegel House, one of the few homes on the Mount Olympus hillside in 1964. “I know the house inside and out,” he

ABOVE: The modernist, flat-roofed structure overlooks its lushly wooded property beneath Mt. Olympus.

UPPER LEFT: “St. Charles was the Rolls Royce of cabinets in the 1960s,” says Doug Smith, describing two rows of upper cabinets the team preserved in the kitchen. They also saved the glazed tile flooring. Everything else? Gone. To soften the stainless steel, the team installed custom, oil-rubbed, flat-panel walnut cabinetry from Timber Mill to fill in the rest of the kitchen. The polished space houses built-in Thermador and Bosch appliances, Black Granite Co. countertops and a Daltile stone backsplash.

LEFT: True to modernist philosophy, mass-produced cabinets, storage units and bookshelves divide the single open spaces instead of a wall, as shown here from the living room looking into the kitchen.

says. “It was kind of a design-build with [Sugden] as the general contractor. Basically, [another draftsman] and I also built the house as construction managers and managed the subcontractors.” Thanks to his time with Sugden, Jack Smith went on to design his own landmark and award-winning projects—including Sno wbird Resort’s iconic concrete-andglass buildings constructed in the 1970s. Today, the lively retired professor still practices in Sun Valley, Idaho.

“The Siegel House is an advanced technical structural innovation, every bit as important as the Farnsworth House,” Jack Smith professes. Like the Farnsworth House in Illinois, the Utah home bucked the traditional notion of residential living at the time.

Modernist philosophy showcased simple forms: a fl at roof, a

steel box structure hovering over the landscape, industrial materials including steel and glass and a single open space separated into rooms divided by furnishings and massproduced cabinets, storage units and bookshelves.

But the building is more than what the average eye sees.

“Architecture isn’t architecture until it becomes art,” Jack Smith says. “When you walk into the Seigel House, there’s a different level of understanding. It takes you—like music does—to a higher realm of happiness. It’s pure joy.”

It’s that scale of emotion the renovation team targeted. And they achieved it. “Doug restored it beautifully, in a very honest and truthful way,” says Jack Smith, who argues that much of today’s interior design doesn’t honor the architecture of a space. “Doug

A sculpture by artist David Holz centers the entry doors and is positioned to be seen from the street. Due to the linear nature of the house, Doug Smith chose the curvaceous sculpture as a complimentary juxtaposition. Pimento red pops against the stark white. The landscape retained local clump maple, pine and scrub oak trees, but the designer added sweet sumac and various ground covers and grasses.

MAKING OF A MODERNIST MARVEL

Architect Jack Smith weighs in on the Seigel House’s most innovative features

1. THE STEEL: “Sugden makes an art form out of steel. It’s in the connection made between steel beams and columns.”

2. THE EYEBROW: “Mies’s buildings had no overhangs. Sugden added the eyebrow, an overhang to protect you from the sun and rain. The eyebrow John came up with requires the [steel] detailing to be completely different. The column must be internal to the beam across the top.”

3. THE GLASS: “Glass is what we call a noble material. It’s a miracle because it never changes with age. It lasts indefinitely. That’s a miracle.”

4. THE RELATIONSHIP TO NATURE: “Glass allows you to live in nature. It can rain. It can snow. The wind can blow. It can do all kinds of things and here you are with just this little thin piece of glass between you and nature. Talk about a connection to nature—it’s just one step away from being in it.”

5. THE TRUTH: “The steel frame of the ceiling is exposed. If a beam is made of steel, it needs to show that it’s a steel beam. That becomes an honesty or a truth, if you will. It’s a philosophical positioning. There’s nothing fake or false about architecture. Nothing. So, truth is probably the most important principle in architecture. It’s probably the most important principle in life, isn’t it?”

The primary bedroom retains Sugden’s original walnut closet modules but loses drab curtains and shag carpeting. Rove Concepts walnut night tables, a Keeksdesign chair and Uttermost lamps reflect the midcentury ideology of simplicity and allow unfettered views of the creek bed that runs beneath the room.

furnished it in an appropriate way. It isn’t decorated. If something is already perfect, you don’t need to decorate it.”

Scaling back 60 years of wear and tear on any home is no easy task. “At first, it seemed daunting, but it became an education and delight as layers were peeled back to reveal its 1964 simplicity,” says Doug Smith, principal of Smith Setjo Group.

This Siegel House once hid behind an overgrown forest of scrub oaks, aspens and pines. House guests entered through a back door because the front entryway was lost at the end of a haphazard paver trail. The pool (added in 1974) leaked and its travertine tiles lay broken by Utah’s harsh winters.

The interior felt just as bleak. “When we got the house, it had this nasty chrome-suspended ceiling with fluorescent lights. It was like you were sitting in an IBM office in the 80s,” says Doug Smith. A former event designer,

OPPOSITE (FROM TOP TO BOTTOM): Downstairs, the team removed walls and old window coverings to create a large, open entertaining area with walkout access to the patio, creating an easy indoor-outdoor flow. The existing drop ceiling houses the home’s utilities, so it was cleaned and updated to maintain access to electrical, plumbing, HVAC and lighting. Designers Doug Smith and Danny Setjo sourced furnishing from CB2, Crate and Barrel, Keeksdesign and Eternity Modern.

Glass plays a pivotal role in the home, as it embodies the architect’s principle of transparency and blurs the boundaries between indoor and outdoor spaces.

The fireplace retains its original walnut casing and smoked-black glass, but a new gasburning stove with concrete fireballs replaces the old wood-burning one.

The team replaced a dark, 1980s patchwork of bathroom trends with a freestanding tub, large master shower, walnut and Carrara Marble vanity, 60s-style Lumen lighting and Brizo hardware.

he leaned into this renovation, wielding expertise in space design, crowd fl ow and visual surprise.

Th e renovation became a tightrope walk of restoring a historic build and updating the home for life in 2024, all on a strict deadline. After removing six dump-truck loads of debris, Doug Smith and his team injected the midcentury home with modern amenities, a warm aesthetic and glamorous details. “It is rare in a design career to be able to work on a historic project of this nature,” he says. “We were committed to architectural preservation and purity in restoring the structure to a new life for a new generation.”

Not all renovators become stewards of notable architecture, but in this case, they did.

Jack Smith gives his nod of approval. “When you go into a really beautiful chapel or church, don’t you sometimes get goosebumps? An excellent piece of architecture should make you do that. It can be a residence or even a shed. A shed can be as noble as a cathedral if it’s done right. It doesn’t have to be big or expensive. It just has to achieve the art form. The Siegel House does that.”

Downstairs, the team removed walls and old window coverings to create a large, open entertaining area with walkout access to the patio area, creating an easy indoor-outdoor flow. The existing drop ceiling houses the home’s utilities, so it was cleaned and updated to maintain access to electrical, plumbing, HVAC and lighting. Designers Doug Smith and Danny Setjo sourced furnishing from CB2, Crate and Barrel, Keeksdesign and Eternity Modern.

Doug Smith (right) and Danny Setjo, principals of Smith Setjo Group.

The original vintage circular steel staircase—now with fresh paint and new carpet treads—leads guests to a fresh indoor-outdoor entertainment space. “This area was imagined to be a vertical gallery to feature artwork reminiscent of the 60s— largely white with pops of color,” says Doug Smith.

MASTERcraft

Garden designer Emily Brooks Wayment divided the site into a series of entertaining and green spaces. In a secluded corner, brick walls capped with bluestone team with a curated mix of plantings to create an outdoor living room anchored by a curved sectional encircling a raised fire pit. A wall of towering hornbeams provides shade and a privacy screen along the back wall.

Altalux Studio, led by principal John Eyring, creates a generational gathering place in the hills of Bountiful, showcasing a portfolio of local artisanship and world-class talent

BY JOHN EYRING

INTERIOR PHOTOS BY LINDSAY SALAZAR

LANDSCAPE PHOTOS BY MIKKI PLATT

Masterful millwork crafted by JLR Woodworks flows throughout the interior, beginning in the entry. There, the artisans turned a utilitarian function into an intricate work of art by integrating decorative registers into the panel-covered walls to access new air return ducts along the baseboards.

IIt’s no secret that Utah punches above its weight when it comes to talented designers and show-stopping homes, but I’m always amazed by the quantity and quality of Utah’s own world-class craftspeople who make the dreams of designers and their clients a reality. The Beehive State is aptly named, given the hard work, ingenuity and artistry of its talented makers.

When my team at Altalux Studio and I were faced with the update of a 45-year-old tract home in Bountiful, I knew Utah craftspeople would be the key to our transforming the old house into a haven where our clients could gracefully age in place and invite generations of family to comfortably gather and stay. We assembled artisans who understood our vision of all that was possible, and in spite of the home’s compact footprint, chopped up rooms and aging structure, they didn’t rest until the vision became a reality.

The challenges began inside the front door. The entry was cramped and anchored by a dominant stairwell that needed a significant update. Beyond it, many rooms needed to be combined and reconfi gured to allow as much natural light into the home as possible.

I’ve long admired the work of JLR Architectural Woodwork, celebrated for their exquisite fi nish work at Grand America Hotel and other prominent buildings, so I knew they could architecturally elevate this core

Interior designer John Eyring, principal of Altalux Studio, relaxes at the kitchen’s counter-height kitchen table and banquette crafted by Michael Trent Coates.

A garden view from the lightfilled kitchen draws visitors from the handsomely finished entry deeper into the home.

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contractor Robert Day. A stone and brass-banded hood hangs over a collection of copper cookware on a pot rack by Ann Morris. A pair of Waterstone faucets stand over a 48” workstation sink designed by Altalux to stack cutting boards, baking sheets and other accessories on two levels, above the mess in the bottom of the sink. European Marble and Granite crafted several mockups of the counter edge to reflect the curve of the range hood.

area with millwork while maintaining distinct transitions between its elements. Their installers worked like rock climbers, dotting the double-height stairway and other spaces with hundreds of multi-colored shims until each raised panel, column and coffer was perfectly plumb. To draw clean lines across complicated transition points in the stairway millwork, we designed solid brass handrails and had them fabricated by Historical Arts and Casting—a Utah company trusted with cast metal ornamentation projects from the U.S. Capitol dome to New York’s Grand Central Terminal. Their masterful work continued in the kitchen, where brass strapping beautifully protects the bases of kitchen cabinets, showcasing a unique method of miter scoring the brass at each corner to avoid visible joints.

Lighting is a fundamental part of our projects’ designs, and this home was no exception. To accentuate its architectural detail and strong focal points, we integrated a series of in-ceiling projectors to precisely illuminate wall art. Designed by Troy and Sandra Seaton, of Optiks Fine Lighting, the projectors have only a silver-dollar-sized aperture visible on the ceiling. Troy hand-fi les a copper die

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A full height drawer under the kitchen bar’s sink holds cutting boards, colanders and drying racks designed to rest over the sink, flush with the countertop. Brass shelving from Urban Archaeology gives guests easy access to snacks and dinnerware.

The dining area’s round pedestal-base table and nearby console were crafted by Aaron Carter to be combined with other tables in the nearby living room to create a single large table that seats up to twenty people. Chairs made by Michael Trent Coates are covered in a blush Perennials velvet that is washable and bleachable. The art is by Vahe Yeremyan.

Tables and desks occupy private corners throughout the house, offering spots to sit with a laptop or stack of mail and still be completely out of the way. The Quatrefoil chair in Edelman leather and the dropfront secretary desk are both by Suzanne Kasler for Hickory Chair; the pillow in Pollack fabric is crafted by K&R Interiors; the Hickory Chair slipper chair is in a Perennials fabric with Samuel & Sons trim.

and places it between the bulb and lens to focus light only on the canvas, creating nearly an illusion of backlighting. Although his work typically takes him to far fl ung locations, he’s quick to say, “I love the chance to come home and work on the interesting and challenging projects going on here in Utah.”

We also set the primary bedroom aglow with an opalescent Venetian plaster that softens the tall walls crowned by a high, vaulted ceiling. Artist Alycin Wright loosely troweled together a custom blend of minerals and lime, and applied it as if painting a fresco. Th e result is an ethereal, cloud-like eff ect that slowly shifts throughout the day as windows and skylights fl ood the room with light.

To accommodate our clients’ guests, we needed to conceive places for up to 50 people to sit simultaneously at proper tables and chairs. We designed a complete set of convertible living room furniture pieces, and turned to Aaron Carter of AWCarter Furnitureworks in Mount Pleasant to fabricate them. Aaron’s team brainstormed and experimented before developing the hinges, springs and latches that allow individual occasional tables to be grouped and transformed into an 18-person dining table in less than seven minutes. Michael Trent Coates, one of the best kept secrets of celebrity designers across the country, perfectly scaled the upholstered benches and chairs to sit at dining height and to comfortably surround the large table in multiple configurations. He also built a crowd-pleasing banquette for the kitchen. With its

A coffered vaulted ceiling crowns the primary bedroom, while an opalescent Venetian plaster created and applied by artist Alycin Wright gives the walls an elegant glow.

BELOW: Pond’s Plumbing married form and function by integrating ADA drains and a curbless shower into the marble-clad bathroom. A mirrored popout keeps the hidden drain from freezing on the outside wall and creates room for a lighted medicine cabinet by Robern.

brass-wrapped stretchers and a counter-height table featuring multiple footrests, it fosters long conversations and relaxed game nights.

The artistry doesn’t stop inside the home. Garden designer Emily Brooks Wayment brilliantly channeled our clients’ love of Filoli House in Northern California and miraculously adapted it for a Utah climate. Emily designed a garden view from every window and redeveloped each porch to provide sitting areas and private access to serene spaces throughout the yard. She also hand-selected each plant on scouting trips to dozens of nurseries across the West, using many specimens cultivated specifically for her.

The final result is not just a beautifully orchestrated retreat that generations of our clients’ family can call home, but also an ode to the master craftsmen who brought it back to life.

LEFT: Bunk beds from RH float in front of sun drenched windows and a silky pink watercolor wallpaper from Schumacher. Bedding from Gooselings and dolls from Cuddle + Kind treat children to a charming cocoon.

LOWER LEFT: Throughout the light-filled home, large doors and windows inspired the garden and patio views they frame.

BELOW: The living room converts into a large dining room, courtesy of the clever design and combination of custom tables and seating.

Emily Brooks Wayment placed an antique French fountain in the center of the garden, making it the heart of every outdoor family gathering. The Altalux team designed upholstery for the patio’s vintage furnishings.

startingOver

On

a secluded street in Salt Lake City, a young family replaces its derelict dwelling with a modern home that’s small in size but big in livability and colorful character

BY BRAD MEE | PHOTOS BY SCOT ZIMMERMAN

When Katherine Chandler and her husband Jeff rey Sherlock craved more elbow room for their 1911, 836 square-foot house located in the heart of Salt Lake City, the couple asked Renovation Design Group’s Annie Schwemmer to explore the possibilities of expanding the tiny home’s space and livability. The architect’s assessment wasn’t good news. “We discovered that the house was structurally unsound, and we recommended rebuilding it instead,” Schwemmer recalls. The report didn’t rattle Chandler and Sherlock. “As soon as Annie told us, we were completely on board,” Chandler says. Nor did the news motivate them to move from their beloved and secluded street where many other family members reside. “We weren’t attached to the house, but we are super attached to the location,” says Chandler, referring to a small cluster of homes on a narrow street in the city’s East Central neighborhood.

Before designing the couple’s new house, Schwemmer asked them to list everything they wanted from the home and to highlight the must-haves. “Of course, the location was non-negotiable,” Chandler states. “We also had to have lots of natural light, three bedrooms and at least two bathrooms.” Additional wants included an ADU (accessory dwelling unit) and a large dining area for them to entertain their neighboring clan. An open floor plan and simple, modern style also topped the list. “After living in old houses with warrens of tiny rooms, we were ready for something different,” Chandler says.

Measuring less than 4,000 square feet, the small property drove the compact size of the new three-level home’s footprint measuring a mere 1,000 square feet. Zoning requirements and a desire to complement the neighboring dwellings also impacted the plan. “With its upper level tucked into the roofl ine, the new design maintains a similar size and feel to the surrounding homes,” says Schwemmer. “It also introduces a subtle modern sensibility marked by simplicity and subtraction

Living extends to the outdoors from the back of the home. A second-story balcony serves the primary bedroom while a shaded deck expands entertaining space beyond the indoor living and dining areas. A small, landscaped yard offers grassy space for the kids to play.

OPPOSITE: Homeowners

Katherine Chandler and Jeffrey Sherlock sit with their toddlers Thomas and Alice on the front stoop of their new home located in Salt Lake City’s East Central neighborhood.

of materials and elements so it doesn’t overwhelm. The architect teamed with contractor Zac Hicks of Bluebird Renovations to create the home. Hicks constructed the walls using 2-inch ZIP panels for improved thermal performance and used Boral TruExterior nickel gap exterior siding painted in a surprising hue. “We wanted it to be blue, just like the original house,” says Chandler, whose passion for color punctuates the project at every turn.

Exhibit No. 1: A glass-paned front door that dazzles with its coat of red-orange paint. “It’s the color of the Golden Gate Bridge and makes me smile every time I enter the house,” Chandler beams. The door hints at the spirited decor waiting inside, while offering a glimpse of the home’s welcoming

ABOVE: The front door, painted a brilliant shade of reddish orange, opens to the entry and open spaces of the home’s main level.

RIGHT: The main level’s open floor plan provides the look and livability the young family craved. Savvy seating and flexibility accommodates effortless entertaining. White walls serve as a neutral canvas for daring design statements including a tile-clad fireplace, vivid blue kitchen cabinets and multi-hued dining chairs. “I love bold colors,” confesses Chandler.

The open kitchen and dining areas lead to the backyard’s patio and shaded deck to expand the interior’s livable space outdoors. Furnishings and lighting were selected to foster the interior’s simplicity and modern style. Chandler designed and made the pottery pieces displayed on the kitchen’s open shelves.

OPPOSITE TOP: As seen from the kitchen, the main living area is anchored by the large fi replace and includes a glass enclosed area used as a playroom for the kids. “We call it the cage,” Chandler chuckles.

OPPOSITE BOTTOM: The playroom’s wall of folding glass doors can be fully opened to the main living area or pulled closed to confine the space while keeping the kids in full view.

interior. “The glass door and ample windows brighten the entry with wonderful southern light and create interesting patterns and shadows,” Schwemmer says.

To the right of the uncluttered entry, a clean-lined staircase boasts blackened steel rails and woodfaced steps. “It’s really simple, just a cascade of wood and nothing fussy,” Chandler says. To the left is a steel-framed glass enclosure that fronts the main level’s open living area. “The custom-designed, fabricated glass wall folds back similar to doors that open to patio spaces,” Schwemmer says. The enclosed space was initially intended to be Sherlock’s home office, but by the time the home was completed, it became a playroom. “We had one child during the permitting process and a second right after we moved in, so it never had the chance to be an office.” Chandler says with a laugh.

Farther back in the home, a light-filled kitchen shares the main level’s open floor plan with a notably large dining area. “We host up to fourteen family members once or twice a week,” Chandler explains.

Nearby, a spacious sitting area is anchored by a large fireplace clad in dark acoustic tiles detailed with cream stars randomly placed by interior designer Susan Taggart, who worked closely with the

homeowners on their new digs. “Susan was amazing and did a really great job reigning me in,” Chandler says.

The window frames, for example, are black rather than bright orange as Chandler originally envisioned. “Susan convinced me that would just be too much,” she chuckles. The kitchen island, however, features a must-have blue that makes Chandler giddy. “It’s inspired by an amazingly blue home that sits next to Yves Saint Laurent’s Majorelle Garden in Morocco,” she gushes. White walls, maple floors and simply formed fi xtures serve as a quiet backdrop for this and other colorful statements that animate the interior, from furnishings and fi nishes to custom cabinets and tile. “I absolutely love handmade tile, and for me, it was the most fun part of creating the house,” recalls Chandler, who collaborated with Taggart on making eye-catching selections.

Savvy storage also recurs throughout the house, including the entry and mudroom’s builtin cabinets. “Adequate storage was the key to making this home feel larger,“ Chandler insists. The same is true of space-saving elements like a floating bathroom vanity and a streamlined storage bench that sides the fi replace. These, along with abundant windows, high ceilings and an uncluttered decor, foster an open and spacious feel despite the home’s modest size. And for the young family of four (soon to be fi ve), it is exactly what they wanted—and needed. Chandler beams, “We have toddlers and it is chaotic much of the time, but the simplicity and spaciousness of our home makes living here such a joy.”

OPPOSITE CLOCKWISE: Built on a narrow street and small lot, the home features a pitched roof, clean-lined architecture and edited materiality that complements the neighborhood’s scale and other residences.

The two-story entry features an eye-catching staircase defined by the simplicity of its open black railing and wood-clad steps. Upstairs, the primary bedroom and bath are joined by two other bedrooms and a bath. The home’s lowest level serves as an ADU.

Chandler chose handcrafted zellige tile from Clé to wrap the primary bathroom in a deep green hue with a subtle aquatic feel.

The walls and floors of the main level powder room are completely tiled in white penny tile—including rounded corners. The floor has a drain if the open shower is used.

Hand-painted wood floors and a wall of built-in cabinets deliver practicality and bold shots of color to the mudroom. The Flirt hardwood flooring is from Mirth Studio.

PLANT LIKE A PRO

If you want to create seasonal flower pots that look like they were professionally planted, commit these three words to memory: thrill, fill and spill.

BY BRAD MEE

Planting your warm-weather flower pots doesn’t take much thought. Dig holes, plop in the plants and add water. Pretty simple, right? Except, when was the last time anyone told you how amazing your planters look? In fact, when did they really excite you? Well, there’s a simple design approach gardening pros often use to give containers the look and love they deserve. And here’s the good news: It isn’t any more complicated than thrill, fill and spill. The practice involves positioning an upright plant that “thrills” in the center of the container. Then, mid-sized plantings are positioned to “fill” the area around the vertical plant with complementary color and texture. Finally, trailing plants are added to “spill”

THRILL

Center a tall, upright plant and center it in the container as a primary focal point. Choose a specimen with dramatic form, foliage and/or flowers.

Plants to consider: dracaena, canna lilies, flax, ornamental grasses, dwarf spruce and tall flowering plants like hydrangea, tall phlox, snapdragons, diplandenia and butterfly bushes.

FILL

Surround the upright plant with mid-level plants that fill the area around the centered specimen while delivering color, texture and volume. Select foliage and flowers that add color and texture without overwhelming the “thrill” plant.

Plants to consider: petunias, geraniums, marigolds, coleus, sage, African daisies, small zinnia and begonias.

6 REASONS TO LOVE CONTAINER GARDENS

Planters and pots offer several advantages, making them a popular choice for garden lovers

Style Power

Containers and planters come in assorted styles, sizes, materials and finishes. With a multitude of options available, they allow you to use their unique style to enhance your outdoor decor while creating a customized, cohesive and complementary addition to the scene.

Versatility

Planters and pots suit most any space and design. They can be used on porches, patios and decks, as well as tucked into garden spaces to create an unexpected focal point. They can also be moved for seasonal exposure, events and enjoyment.

Soil Quality and Drainage Control

Containers allow you to control the type and quality of soil mix you use, and most feature drainage holes to enable you to manage soil moisture and aeration.

Easy Maintenance

SPILL

Plant trailing flora that grow beyond the rim of the container and cascade over its sides, visually softening the arrangement and the planter’s edge.

Plants to consider: sweet potato vine, trailing lobelia, lantana, ivy, verbena, creeping Jenny and cascading petunias.

In comparison to in-ground gardens, a pot’s confined space and limited plantings make it easier to prune, deadhead, weed and generally care for its contents. Plus, pots’ raised heights make them easier to access and can help protect them from in-soil pests and diseases.

Seasonal Flexibility

You can swap out the plants from season to season, changing the look and style of your outdoor space with minimal effort. Showcasing eye-catching foliage, as well as flowers, makes a big seasonal impact.

Space Maximization

Plants allow you to make a big style statement in compact outdoor spaces as well as in landscapes with bad soil. What’s more, grouped containers, stacked pots and hanging baskets provide multiple ways to create garden spaces in small outdoor areas.

GARDEN CHECKLIST

APRIL

☐ Plant seeds of cool-season vegetables (peas, lettuce, spinach, radishes) as soon as garden soil is workable.

☐ Control young garden weeds by hoeing or hand-pulling.

☐ Protect fruit blossoms and tender garden plants from late critical freezing temperatures.

☐ If storing bulbs, check to make sure they are firm, and remove any that are soft or rotten.

☐ Wait to prune roses until buds begin to swell to avoid late-frost damage to new growth.

☐ Prune spring flowering shrubs (those that bloom before June) after they have bloomed to encourage new flower buds for next season.

☐ Divide crowded, fall-blooming perennials.

☐ Divide cool-season ornamental grasses when new growth begins to emerge.

☐ Use organic mulches (wood chips or bark) to retain soil moisture around shrubs and trees.

☐ In compacted sites, aerate with a hollow core aerator when turfgrass is actively growing, usually from April to June.

☐ Apply pre-emergent herbicides in late March to mid-April to control annual weeds in the lawn, such as crabgrass.

☐ Check your sprinkler system for leaks. Clean filters, and fix and align heads.

MAY

☐ Plant warm-season vegetables and annual flowers once the threat of frost has passed.

☐ Plant tomatoes deep enough that they are able to form more roots along the stem to create a vigorous plant.

☐ Thin overcrowded seedlings using scissors. Try to avoid disturbing young roots.

☐ Plant summer-blooming bulbs including gladiola, begonia, dahlia and canna.

☐ Divide warm-season ornamental grasses when new growth begins to emerge.

☐ Allow the foliage of spring blooming bulbs (tulips, daffodils, and crocus) to die down before removing the leaves.

☐ Control broadleaf weeds in the lawn when temperatures are between 60-80 F. Follow the label and stop use of broadleaf herbicides once the temperature is above 85°F.

☐ Apply a slow-release lawn fertilizer to provide long-lasting results through the summer months.

JUNE

☐ Prune tomatoes to open the canopy of the plant.

☐ Consider drip irrigation in the garden to conserve water with either tape or PVC pipe.

☐ Prune spring flowering shrubs (those that bloom before June) after they have bloomed to encourage new flower buds for next season.

☐ Deadhead (cut off) spent blossoms of perennial and annual flowers.

☐ Thin the fruit of apples, peaches, and apricots to approximately one fruit every 5-6 inches.

☐ Apply a second application of pre-emergent herbicides in late May to early June to control annual weeds in the lawn such as crabgrass and spurge.

☐ Remember that turfgrass only needs 1 to 1 ½ inches of irrigation per week.

Checklist courtesy of the USU Extension. For more tips, visit Utah State University Gardeners’ Almanac Monthly Gardening Checklists.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR ARBOR DAY Friday, April 26

The first Arbor Day celebration was first held in Nebraska on April 10, 1872, when J. Sterling Morton proposed that a special day be set aside for the planting of trees. This was first observed with the planting of more than one million trees in the state, and is now celebrated all over the world.

Utah and most states celebrate Arbor Day on the last Friday of April, but some, like Hawaii and Alaska, observe it on dates that better align with their planting times.

Many communities across Utah observe Arbor Day with group tree plantings. Check your local events calendar to discover when and where you can join others in the celebrations.

In Salt Lake City, Red Butte Garden celebrates with a free admission day, inviting visitors to self-guided “tree-rific” activities and the learning of the role trees play in our lives and the natural world. redbuttegarden.org

Use Red Butte Garden’s Tree Journal to track and record thoughts and observations about your favorite tree or new seedling.

DID YOU KNOW?

In 2014, Utah’s state tree was changed from the Colorado Blue Spruce to the Quaking Aspen in honor of Pando. Near Fish Lake, it is an aspen clone that originated from a single seed and is now a single root system. Pando is believed to be the largest, most dense organism ever found at nearly 13 million pounds. The clone spreads over 106 acres, and consists of more than 40,000 individual trees.

PLANT LIKE A PRO

If you want to create seasonal flower pots that look like they were professionally planted, commit these three words to memory: thrill, fill and spill.

BY BRAD MEE

Planting your warm-weather flower pots doesn’t take much thought. Dig holes, plop in the plants and add water. Pretty simple, right? Except, when was the last time anyone told you how amazing your planters look? In fact, when did they really excite you? Well, there’s a simple design approach gardening pros often use to give containers the look and love they deserve. And here’s the good news: It isn’t any more complicated than thrill, fill and spill. The practice involves positioning an upright plant that “thrills” in the center of the container. Then, mid-sized plantings are positioned to “fill” the area around the vertical plant with complementary color and texture. Finally, trailing plants are added to “spill”

THRILL

Center a tall, upright plant and center it in the container as a primary focal point. Choose a specimen with dramatic form, foliage and/or flowers.

Plants to consider: dracaena, canna lilies, flax, ornamental grasses, dwarf spruce and tall flowering plants like hydrangea, tall phlox, snapdragons, diplandenia and butterfly bushes.

FILL

Surround the upright plant with mid-level plants that fill the area around the centered specimen while delivering color, texture and volume. Select foliage and flowers that add color and texture without overwhelming the “thrill” plant.

Plants to consider: petunias, geraniums, marigolds, coleus, sage, African daisies, small zinnia and begonias.

6 REASONS TO LOVE CONTAINER GARDENS

Planters and pots offer several advantages, making them a popular choice for garden lovers

Style Power

Containers and planters come in assorted styles, sizes, materials and finishes. With a multitude of options available, they allow you to use their unique style to enhance your outdoor decor while creating a customized, cohesive and complementary addition to the scene.

Versatility

Planters and pots suit most any space and design. They can be used on porches, patios and decks, as well as tucked into garden spaces to create an unexpected focal point. They can also be moved for seasonal exposure, events and enjoyment.

Soil Quality and Drainage Control

Containers allow you to control the type and quality of soil mix you use, and most feature drainage holes to enable you to manage soil moisture and aeration.

Easy Maintenance

SPILL

Plant trailing flora that grow beyond the rim of the container and cascade over its sides, visually softening the arrangement and the planter’s edge.

Plants to consider: sweet potato vine, trailing lobelia, lantana, ivy, verbena, creeping Jenny and cascading petunias.

In comparison to in-ground gardens, a pot’s confined space and limited plantings make it easier to prune, deadhead, weed and generally care for its contents. Plus, pots’ raised heights make them easier to access and can help protect them from in-soil pests and diseases.

Seasonal Flexibility

You can swap out the plants from season to season, changing the look and style of your outdoor space with minimal effort. Showcasing eye-catching foliage, as well as flowers, makes a big seasonal impact.

Space Maximization

Plants allow you to make a big style statement in compact outdoor spaces as well as in landscapes with bad soil. What’s more, grouped containers, stacked pots and hanging baskets provide multiple ways to create garden spaces in small outdoor areas.

GARDEN CHECKLIST

APRIL

☐ Plant seeds of cool-season vegetables (peas, lettuce, spinach, radishes) as soon as garden soil is workable.

☐ Control young garden weeds by hoeing or hand-pulling.

☐ Protect fruit blossoms and tender garden plants from late critical freezing temperatures.

☐ If storing bulbs, check to make sure they are firm, and remove any that are soft or rotten.

☐ Wait to prune roses until buds begin to swell to avoid late-frost damage to new growth.

☐ Prune spring flowering shrubs (those that bloom before June) after they have bloomed to encourage new flower buds for next season.

☐ Divide crowded, fall-blooming perennials.

☐ Divide cool-season ornamental grasses when new growth begins to emerge.

☐ Use organic mulches (wood chips or bark) to retain soil moisture around shrubs and trees.

☐ In compacted sites, aerate with a hollow core aerator when turfgrass is actively growing, usually from April to June.

☐ Apply pre-emergent herbicides in late March to mid-April to control annual weeds in the lawn, such as crabgrass.

☐ Check your sprinkler system for leaks. Clean filters, and fix and align heads.

MAY

☐ Plant warm-season vegetables and annual flowers once the threat of frost has passed.

☐ Plant tomatoes deep enough that they are able to form more roots along the stem to create a vigorous plant.

☐ Thin overcrowded seedlings using scissors. Try to avoid disturbing young roots.

☐ Plant summer-blooming bulbs including gladiola, begonia, dahlia and canna.

☐ Divide warm-season ornamental grasses when new growth begins to emerge.

☐ Allow the foliage of spring blooming bulbs (tulips, daffodils, and crocus) to die down before removing the leaves.

☐ Control broadleaf weeds in the lawn when temperatures are between 60-80 F. Follow the label and stop use of broadleaf herbicides once the temperature is above 85°F.

☐ Apply a slow-release lawn fertilizer to provide long-lasting results through the summer months.

JUNE

☐ Prune tomatoes to open the canopy of the plant.

☐ Consider drip irrigation in the garden to conserve water with either tape or PVC pipe.

☐ Prune spring flowering shrubs (those that bloom before June) after they have bloomed to encourage new flower buds for next season.

☐ Deadhead (cut off) spent blossoms of perennial and annual flowers.

☐ Thin the fruit of apples, peaches, and apricots to approximately one fruit every 5-6 inches.

☐ Apply a second application of pre-emergent herbicides in late May to early June to control annual weeds in the lawn such as crabgrass and spurge.

☐ Remember that turfgrass only needs 1 to 1 ½ inches of irrigation per week.

Checklist courtesy of the USU Extension. For more tips, visit Utah State University Gardeners’ Almanac Monthly Gardening Checklists.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR ARBOR DAY Friday, April 26

The first Arbor Day celebration was first held in Nebraska on April 10, 1872, when J. Sterling Morton proposed that a special day be set aside for the planting of trees. This was first observed with the planting of more than one million trees in the state, and is now celebrated all over the world.

Utah and most states celebrate Arbor Day on the last Friday of April, but some, like Hawaii and Alaska, observe it on dates that better align with their planting times.

Many communities across Utah observe Arbor Day with group tree plantings. Check your local events calendar to discover when and where you can join others in the celebrations.

In Salt Lake City, Red Butte Garden celebrates with a free admission day, inviting visitors to self-guided “tree-rific” activities and the learning of the role trees play in our lives and the natural world. redbuttegarden.org

Use Red Butte Garden’s Tree Journal to track and record thoughts and observations about your favorite tree or new seedling.

DID YOU KNOW?

In 2014, Utah’s state tree was changed from the Colorado Blue Spruce to the Quaking Aspen in honor of Pando. Near Fish Lake, it is an aspen clone that originated from a single seed and is now a single root system. Pando is believed to be the largest, most dense organism ever found at nearly 13 million pounds. The clone spreads over 106 acres, and consists of more than 40,000 individual trees.

DESIGN DIRECTORY

Architects/Builders/ Construction

AERIE CONSTRUCTION 9005 Saddleback Rd., Park City 435-615-1956 aerieparkcity.com

BARTILE 725 N. 1000 West, Centerville 801-295-3443 bartile.com

BLUE SPRUCE RENOVATIONS AND DESIGN

Salt Lake City 470-358-6537 bluesprucereno.com

BRIAN GEER DEVELOPMENT & CONSTRUCTION 2295 Santa Clara Drive, Ste. A, Santa Clara 465-656-1185 briangeerconstruction.com

C. BLAKE HOMES 1007 W. Sunset Blvd., St. George 435-229-7415

cblakehomes.com

EZRA LEE DESIGN + BUILD 363 S. Main St.,Alpine 801-448-6876 ezralee.com

GULCH DESIGN GROUPKAYENTA HOMES EXCLUSIVE

800 N. Kayenta Parkway, Ivins 435-668-9833

gulchdesigngroup.com

HIGHLAND GROUP

4471 Highland Drive, SLC 801-227-4433

highland-group.com

JACKSON LEROY

4980 S. Highland Drive, SLC 801-277-3927

jacksonleroy.com

JAFFA GROUP

4490 N. Forestdale Drive, Ste. 202, Park City 435-485-9225

jaffagroup.com

KAIZEN CUSTOM HOMES

64 S. 850 East, American Fork 801-427-0258 kaizencustomhomes.org

LIVING HOME CONSTRUCTION

2019 S. Main St., SLC 801-455-1369 living-home.net

PJ BUILDERS

8343 Silver Creek Drive, Park City 435-649-7345 pjbuilders.com

THE HOUSLEY GROUP

Heber City 801-857-6448 thehousleygroup.com

Furnishings/Appliances

ADIB’S RUG GALLERY 3092 S. Highland Drive, SLC 801-484-6364 adibs.com

BLUE SPRUCE

RENOVATIONS AND DESIGN

Salt Lake City 470-358-6537 bluesprucereno.com

CARPETS PLUS 1301 W. Sunset Blvd., St. George 435-628-0870

carpetsplusdesign.com

CURATE TO THE TRADE 360 S. Rio Grande, SLC 801-618-0216 curatetothetrade.com

Joyful pattern mixing and exuberant colors define the Harlequin X Sophie Robinson collection of wallcoverings and fabrics. See more on page 29.

FORSEY’S FINE FURNITURE + INTERIOR DESIGN

Traditional & Contemporary

2977 S. Highland Drive, SLC 801-487-0777

Craftsman House

2955 S. Highland Drive, SLC 801-463-0777 forseys.com

GATEHOUSE NO. 1

FURNITURE & DESIGN

672 State St., Orem 801-225-9505 gatehousestyle.com

HELM HOME

5253 S. State St., Murray 801-263-1292 helmhome.com

IVY INTERIORS

3174 S. Highland Drive, SLC 801-486-2257 ivyinteriorsslc.com

LEISURE LIVING

2208 S. 900 East, SLC 801-487-3289 leisurelivinginc.com

MLD

SLC

2345 S. Main Street 801-466-0990

SLC - Will Call 5167 W. 1730 South 801-466-0990

SLC - Closeout

2345 S. Main Street 801-466-0990

Multiple locations: Find one near you at mld.com

OSMOND DESIGNS

Orem

1660 N. State Street 801-225-2555

Lehi 151 E. State Street 801-766-6448 osmonddesigns.com

PARKWAY AVENUE DESIGN AND MERCANTILE

1265 Draper Pkwy., Draper 801-987-8164 parkwayavenuedesign.com

POISON CREEK FURNITURE + DESIGN

1255 Iron Horse Drive, Park City 435-655-4339 poisoncreekfurnitureanddesign.com

ROTH LIVING

1400 S. Foothill Drive, Ste. 212, SLC 801-582-5552

Find out-of-state locations at rothliving.com

SAN FRANCISCO DESIGN

SLC

2970 S. Highland Dr. 801-467-2701

Park City

1890 Bonanza Dr. 435-645-7072 sanfrandesign.com

STUDIO COMO

652 S. West Temple St. 385-265-8341

Find out-of-state locations at studiocomo.com

Lighting/Art/Jewelry

BLUE SPRUCE

RENOVATIONS AND DESIGN

Salt Lake City 470-358-6537 bluesprucereno.com

HAMMERTON LIGHTING

217 N. Wright Brothers Dr., SLC 801-973-8095 hammerton.com

MODERN WEST FINE ART

412 S. 700 West, SLC 801-355-3383 modernwestfineart.com

O.C. TANNER JEWELERS

SLC 15 S. State Street 801-532-3222

Park City

416 Main Street 435-940-9470 octannerjewelers.com

Interior Design

ALICE LANE HOME

123 Ikea Way, Draper 800-423-7757 alicelanehome.com

ALLISON CAMPBELL DESIGN 801-372-3413 allisoncampbelldesign.com

ALTALUX STUDIO 801-971-9464 altaluxstudio.com

AMB DESIGN

4680 S. Kelly Circle, Holladay 801-272-8680 annemariebarton.com

BLUE SPRUCE

RENOVATIONS AND DESIGN

Salt Lake City 470-358-6537 bluesprucereno.com

EZRA LEE DESIGN + BUILD

4601 N. Toscana Hills Drive, Lehi 801-448-6876 ezralee.com

FORSEY’S FINE FURNITURE + INTERIOR DESIGN

Traditional & Contemporary

2977 S. Highland Drive, SLC 801-487-0777

Craftsman House

2955 S. Highland Drive, SLC 801-463-0777 forseys.com

GATEHOUSE NO. 1

FURNITURE & DESIGN

672 State St., Orem 801-225-9505 gatehousestyle.com

HELM HOME

5253 State St., Murray 801-263-1292 helmhome.com

HUGA HOME

2279 Santa Clara Drive, Santa Clara 435-429-0957 design@hugahomedesign.com

IVY INTERIORS

3174 S. Highland Drive, SLC 801-486-2257 ivyinteriorsslc.com

JAFFA GROUP

4490 N. Forestdale Drive, Ste. 202, Park City 435-485-9225 jaffagroup.com

K. ROCKE DESIGN

3910 S. Highland Drive, Millcreek 801-274-2720 krockedesign.com

LMK INTERIOR DESIGN

4626 S. Highland Drive, SLC 801-272-9121 lmkinteriordesign.com

OSMOND DESIGNS

Orem

1660 N. State Street 801-225-2555

Lehi

151 E. State Street 801-766-6448 osmonddesigns.com

PARKWAY AVENUE DESIGN AND MERCANTILE

1265 Draper Pkwy., Draper 801-987-8164 parkwayavenuedesign.com

POISON CREEK FURNITURE + DESIGN

1255 Iron Horse Drive, Park City 435-655-4339 poisoncreekfurnitureanddesign.com

SAN FRANCISCO DESIGN

SLC

2970 S. Highland Drive 801-467-2701

Park City

1890 Bonanza Drive 435-645-7072 sanfrandesign.com

SMART STUDIO DESIGNS

29731 Preston Dr, Laguna Niguel, California 949-294-9151 smartstudiodesigns.com

Kitchen/Bath

MLD

SLC

2345 S. Main Street 801-466-0990

SLC - Will Call

5167 W. 1730 South 801-466-0990

SLC - Closeout

2345 S. Main Street 801-466-0990

Multiple locations: Find one near you at mld.com

ROTH LIVING

1400 S. Foothill Drive, Ste. 212, SLC 801-582-5552

Find out-of-state locations at rothliving.com

PEPPERTREE KITCHEN & BATH

7940 S. 1300 West, West Jordan 801-565-1654

peppertreekitchen.com

Landscaping/Pools/ Outdoor Living

BLUE SPRUCE

RENOVATIONS AND DESIGN

Salt Lake City 470-358-6537 bluesprucereno.com

BOCKHOLT INC.

SLC

392 E. Winchester St., Ste. 300 801-886-9052

Park City

750 Kearns Blvd., Ste. 230 435-233-6853

bockholtlandscapearchitecture.com

CUTTING EDGE POOLS & LANDSCAPING

1483 E. 3850 South, Ste. B, St. George 435-674-1588 cuttingedgepools.com

LEISURE LIVING

2208 S. 900 E, SLC 801-487-3289 leisurelivinginc.com

STUART AWNINGS & OUTDOOR LIVING

4610 S. River Road, St. George 435-673-0100 stuartawning.com

SUNLINE LANDSCAPES

14745 S. Heritagecrest Way, Bluffdale 801-253-6434 sunlinelandscape.com

THE GARDEN STORE

678 S. 700 East, SLC 801-595-6622 thegardenstoresaltlake.com

Real Estate/Developments

BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES

Multiple locations:

Find one near you at bhhsutah.com

GULCH DESIGN GROUPKAYENTA HOMES EXCLUSIVE

800 N. Kayenta Parkway, Ivins 435-668-9833 gulchdesigngroup.com

IVORY HOMES

Multiple locations:

Find one near you at ivoryhomes.com

RED LEDGES

205 N. Red Ledges Blvd., Heber City 877-455-1736 redledges.com

SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY

Multiple locations:

Find one near you at sothebysrealty.com

WINDERMERE REAL ESTATE

Multiple locations:

Find one near you at winutah.com

Stone/Tile/Flooring

CARPETS PLUS

1301 W. Sunset Blvd., St. George 435-628-0870 carpetsplusdesign.com

EUROPEAN MARBLE & GRANITE

SLC

2575 S. 600 West 801-974-0333

Park City

6622 N. Landmark Dr., Ste. B160 435-214-7445 europeanmarbleandgranite.com

INSIDE OUT ARCHITECTURALS

3412 S. 300 West, Ste. A, SLC 801-487-3274 insideoutarchitecturals.com

THE STONE COLLECTION

2179 S. Commerce Center Drive, Ste. 500, SLC 801-875-4460

Find out-of-state locations at thestonecollection.com

Housing/Residences/ Communities

PROMONTORY CLUB

8417 N Ranch Club Trail Building E, Park City 435-333-4000 promontoryclub.com

Holladay Hills

1920 E. Rodeo Walk Drive, Holladay

The Grandeur Apartments: 385-438-9090

The Grandeur Penthouse Condominiums 801-933-1700

Elevate Luxury Townhomes by Van Dael Homes 801-406-1912 holladayhills.com

Windows/Doors/ Window Coverings

CARPETS PLUS

1301 W. Sunset Blvd., St. George 435-628-0870 carpetsplusdesign.com

SOURCES

HIT REFRESH

PAGES 70-75

Photographer: Kayleen Michelle Photography, kayleenmichelle.com; Interior Design: Andrea West, Andrea West Design, Kaysville, andreawestdesign.com; Cabinetry: Nick VanArdsdal, River Cabinets, Spokane, Wash., rivercabinets.com; Stonework: Spokane Stone Creations, spokanestonecreations.com

COOL METALS

PAGES 84-89

Photographer: Michelle White Photography, SLC, michellewhitephoto.com; Interior Design: Alice Lane Interior Design, Draper, alicelaneinteriordesign.com

CLASSIC MOVE

PAGES 98-107

Photographer: Lindsay Salazar, Lindsay Salazar Photography, SLC, lindsaysalazar. com; Interior Design: Cara Fox, The Fox Group, Holladay, thefoxgroup.com;

Architecture: Tom Fox and Nik Thomas,The Fox Group, Holladay, thefoxgroup.com; Contractor: Drew Parcell, Alpine, @ drewparcell; Landscape Design: Posies and Co., @posiesandco; Cabinetry: Chris Stinson, C.S. Cabinetry & Design, Lindon, christopherscottcabinetry.com; Draperies: Geeta Buckley, Uptown Drapes, Lindon, uptowndrapes.com

TRUE TO THE PAST

PAGES 108-117

Photographer: Scot Zimmerman Photography, Heber City, scotzimmermanphotography.com; Interior designer/GM: Doug Smith, Smith Setjo Group, SLC, smithsetjogroup.com; Contractor: Alan Cottle and Mike Collins, Cottle Home & Construction, Bountiful, cottlehomes.com; Landscape Design: Doug Smith, Smith Setjo Group, SLC, smithsetjogroup.com, Ed Esquival, SLC; Cabinetry: Jared Steenblik, Timber Mill, Bountiful, timbermillutah.com; Flooring: Trent Thompson, Mountainwest Interiors, Draper, mountainwestinteriors. com; 1964 architect: John Sugden (deceased); 1964 architect draftsman and contractor: Jack Smith, Sun Valley, ID, jacksmitharchitect.com

MASTER CRAFT

PAGES 118-127

Interior Photographer: Lindsay Salazar, Lindsay Salazar Photography, SLC, lindsaysalazar.com; Exterior Photographer: Mikki Platt, mikkiplatt.com; Interior Designer: John Eyring, Altalux Studio, altaluxstudio.com; Styling: Noelle Wright, @ noellewrightstyles; Contractor: Robert Day, All Day Construction, 801-641-8836; Window Treatments: Mark Lawrence, House of Drapery & Blinds, 801-561-1487; Cabinets: Richins Carpentry, richinscarpentry.com; Electrical: Shupe Companies, 801-295-4672

PAGES 118-119; 127

Exterior & Landscaping

Landscape Design: Emily Brooks Wayment, ebwdesign.com; Fencing: Walpole Outdoors, walpoleoutdoors.com: Hardscape: Dee Passey, All Rockzz and Stonezz Masonry, 801347-7599; Sconces & Pier Lights: Brass Light Gallery, brasslightgallery.com; Umbrellas: Tuuci, tuuci.com; Outdoor Patio Furniture: Vintage, 1stDibs, 1stDibs.com; Cushion Fabric: Perennials, perennials.com

PAGE 120 Entry

Millwork: JLR Architectural Woodwork, Provo, jlrcontractors.com; Handrail: fabricated by Historical Arts and Casting, West Jordan, historicalarts.com; Rug: Foothill Oriental Rugs, foothillorientalrugs.com; Vintage Bench: Chairish, chairish.com; Urn: Anthony’s Fine Art & Antiques, anthonysfineart.com; Art: client’s collection

PAGE 121 Banquet

Table and Banquette: crafted by Michael Trent Coates,Woods Cross, michaeltrentcoates.com; Roman Shade Fabric: Rose Tarlow Home, rosetarlow.com; Counter Stools: Thomas O’Brien for Century Furniture, centuryfurniture.com

PAGE 122 Kitchen

Hardware: Classic Brass, classic-brass.com, Pendants: Visual Comfort, visualcomfort. com;Pot Rack:Ann Morris, annmorrislighting. com; Stone countertop Fabrication: European Marble and Granite, SLC, europeanmarbleandgranite.com; Roman shade in Rose Tarlow eyelet linen with Samuel & Sons trim: crafted by House of Drapery & Blinds, West Jordan, houseofdraperyutah.com

PAGE 122 Kitchen bar

Glass Canisters: Waterworks, waterworks. com; Brass Shelving: Urban Archaeology, urbanarchaeology.com

PAGE 123 Dining

Round pedestal-base table and console: crafted by Aaron Carter, Mount Pleasant, 435462-5459; Chairs made by Michael Trent Coates are covered in a blush Perennials velvet, Woods Cross, michaeltrentcoates.com; Art; by Vahe Yeremyan. vaheyeremyan.com; Rug: Tufenkin Artisan Carpets, tufenkian. com; Stool Fabric: The House of Scalamandre, scalamandre.com; Brass Tray: Skultuna, skultuna.com

PAGE 124 Desk

Quatrefoil chair in Edelman leather and dropfront secretary desk: Suzanne Kasler for Hickory Chair, hickorychair.com; Pillow in Pollack fabric: crafted by K&R Interiors, SLC, krbeds.com; Hickory Chair slipper chair in Perennials fabric with Samuel & Sons trim: Hickory Chair, hickorychair.com; Plate: Fornasetti, fornasetti.com

PAGE 125 Bedroom

Venetian Plaster: artist Alycin Wright, justfaux.com; Rug: Stark, starkcarpet.com; Furniture: Hickory Chair, hickorychair.com; Ottoman Fabric: House of Scalamandre, scalamandre.com; Bench Fabric: Kravet Soleil, kravet.com; Chair Leather: Spinneybeck, spinneybeck.com; Planters: Authentic Provence, authenticprovence.com

PAGE 125 Bathroom

Plumbing: Pond’s Plumbing, North Salt Lake, pondsutah.com; Lighted Medicine Cabinet: Robern, robern.com; Stool, shelves and hook: RH, rh.com

STARTING OVER

PAGES 128-135

Photographer: Scot Zimmerman, Scot

Zimmerman Photography, Heber City, scotzimmermanphotography.com

Architect: Annie Schwemmer, Renovation Design Group,SLC, renovationdesigngroup. com; Interior Designer: Susan Taggart, Susan Taggart Design, SLC, susantaggartdesign.com

Contractor: Zac Hicks, Bluebird Renovations, SLC, bluebirdrenovations.com

Landscape Design: Zander Walby, Project Manager/Bluebird Renovations, SLC, bluebirdrenovations.com

“While I will never be able to paint like Maynard Dixon, on this day I was able to photograph his kind of monumental Utah sky. Big spaces, red desert and a design/build Blu home constructed by University of Utah architectural students using donated and salvaged materials for a Diné family meet a big, bold, thunder- lled sky. Old meets new, and nature will shortly end the day’s tranquility.”

—SCOT ZIMMERMAN, PHOTOGRAPHER

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