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913.663.4548 ● www.starrhomes.netHome Builders Association
of Greater Kansas City
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19 EDITOR’S LETTERGood News! __ There’s nothing better than getting positive feedbackfrom our industry.
HOME24 THE GOODSOrange Juice __ Give your home a squeeze of citrus for a tangy tasteof Pantone’s color of the year: Tangerine Tango.
28 DESIGN DETAILSReach Out and Touch __ Spark an instant design impact by addingone of these rich textures to your home.
32 VINTAGE STYLEFlocking Together __ A precious bungalow becomes a creative laboratoryfor friends and guests.
36 THE MAKING OF A SHOWHOUSEPay special attention to what’s happening at 47 W. 53rd St. in KCMO __
it’s this year’s 43rd Symphony Designers’ Showhouse!
41 HOME OF THE YEAR AWARDSOur 2012 awards for new construction and superior design.
62 SHADED GARDEN, SUNNY DISPOSITIONA woodland garden flourishes with the loving touch of two Shawnee gardeners.
LIFESTYLE74 ARTISANSVintage Edison __ Using refurbished wine and liquor crates withrecycled bottles and jars, Jim Ligon designs and producesstunning light boxes and fixtures.
78 DAY TRIPSCarthage, Mo. __ Get your motor running and head on down71 Highway to this old Route 66 town.
84 COOKING SCHOOLA Family Secret __ This six-course Italian feast featured asecret family recipe, the Scampi alla Livornese, and ended with theMirabile family’s signature Cannoli Tartuffo.
90 CALENDAR OF EVENTSWhat’s happening in Kansas City this March/April.
94 MARKETPLACEA reference guide to help you find our advertisers.
19 EDITOR’S LETTERGood News! __ There’s nothing better than getting positive feedbackfrom our industry.
HOME24 THE GOODSOrange Juice __ Give your home a squeeze of citrus for a tangy tasteof Pantone’s color of the year: Tangerine Tango.
28 DESIGN DETAILSReach Out and Touch __ Spark an instant design impact by addingone of these rich textures to your home.
32 VINTAGE STYLEFlocking Together __ A precious bungalow becomes a creative laboratoryfor friends and guests.
36 THE MAKING OF A SHOWHOUSEPay special attention to what’s happening at 47 W. 53rd St. in KCMO __
it’s this year’s 43rd Symphony Designers’ Showhouse!
41 HOME OF THE YEAR AWARDSOur 2012 awards for new construction and superior design.
62 SHADED GARDEN, SUNNY DISPOSITIONA woodland garden flourishes with the loving touch of two Shawnee gardeners.
LIFESTYLE74 ARTISANSVintage Edison __ Using refurbished wine and liquor crates withrecycled bottles and jars, Jim Ligon designs and producesstunning light boxes and fixtures.
78 DAY TRIPSCarthage, Mo. __ Get your motor running and head on down71 Highway to this old Route 66 town.
84 COOKING SCHOOLA Family Secret __ This six-course Italian feast featured asecret family recipe, the Scampi alla Livornese, and ended with theMirabile family’s signature Cannoli Tartuffo.
90 CALENDAR OF EVENTSWhat’s happening in Kansas City this March/April.
94 MARKETPLACEA reference guide to help you find our advertisers.
19 EDITOR’S LETTERGood News! __ There’s nothing better than getting positive feedbackfrom our industry.
HOME24 THE GOODSOrange Juice __ Give your home a squeeze of citrus for a tangy tasteof Pantone’s color of the year: Tangerine Tango.
28 DESIGN DETAILSReach Out and Touch __ Spark an instant design impact by addingone of these rich textures to your home.
32 VINTAGE STYLEFlocking Together __ A precious bungalow becomes a creative laboratoryfor friends and guests.
36 THE MAKING OF A SHOWHOUSEPay special attention to what’s happening at 47 W. 53rd St. in KCMO __
it’s this year’s 43rd Symphony Designers’ Showhouse!
41 HOME OF THE YEAR AWARDSOur 2012 awards for new construction and superior design.
62 SHADED GARDEN, SUNNY DISPOSITIONA woodland garden flourishes with the loving touch of two Shawnee gardeners.
LIFESTYLE74 ARTISANSVintage Edison __ Using refurbished wine and liquor crates withrecycled bottles and jars, Jim Ligon designs and producesstunning light boxes and fixtures.
78 DAY TRIPSCarthage, Mo. __ Get your motor running and head on down71 Highway to this old Route 66 town.
84 COOKING SCHOOLA Family Secret __ This six-course Italian feast featured asecret family recipe, the Scampi alla Livornese, and ended with theMirabile family’s signature Cannoli Tartuffo.
90 CALENDAR OF EVENTSWhat’s happening in Kansas City this March/April.
94 MARKETPLACEA reference guide to help you find our advertisers.
MARCH/APRIL 2012 •• 17
Volume 26, Issue No. 2March/April 2012
ABOUT THE COVER ...Interior design like this deserves recognition (and an award)
from our 2012 Home of the Year competition.
Photo by James Maidhof
ABOUT THE COVER ...Interior design like this deserves recognition (and an award)
from our 2012 Home of the Year competition.
Photo by James Maidhof
ABOUT THE COVER ...Interior design like this deserves recognition (and an award)
from our 2012 Home of the Year competition.
Photo by James Maidhof
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I’M FINALLY HEARING THAT THE NEW-CONSTRUCTION AND REMODELING INDUSTRIES
are picking up! Subcontractors and suppliers have more work, and some designers can’t
keep their heads above water. That’s the best news I’ve heard in a long time. We’re going to build
on this by showcasing top area design projects from industry pros in this issue with our 2012
Home of the Year winners. From model and custom homes to awards in modern architecture
and building green — plus our new interior design award — you’ll see, as usual, the best our city
has to offer.
As if that weren’t enough excitement for one issue, you’ll also find fun accessories in Tangerine
Tango, Pantone’s 2012 color of the year; Chef Jasper hosting our Cooking School; and Vintage
Edison creator (and my neighbor) Jim Ligon showcasing his electric talent (shown above).
Oh, and did I mention that I’m jumping on the parenthood bandwagon? That’s right: Truman’s
going to be a big brother to a little girl due in May. No names or nursery ideas yet, so if you have
any, I’m all ears.
Here’s to hoping the good news continues throughout the year.
There’s nothing better than getting positive feedback from our industry.
Good News!Editorbpearl@nci.com
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Begin at the top, where the ceiling is the
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natural or boxed beams, plank paneling, a
mural, intricate molding or plaster medallions.
TEXTURE IS THE SECRET WEAPON IN A DESIGN
arsenal routinely utilized to stylize a space. Translation:
texture impacts the senses.
You may not realize it, but without even touching
a cashmere throw, nubby floor covering or hand-
polished embellishments, the highly tactile character
of the room casts a powerful spell. Give it a starring
role, and it will definitely invigorate your space.
Spark an instant design impactby adding one of these
rich textures to your home.
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Textured furnishings are made to embrace. It happens every
time you sink into down-filled bedding, a plush cut velvet sofa
or an antique Windsor chair.
Creative CouplingsTraditionally, these interior styles work well together: stucco
with Southwest and Tuscan, knotty pine with Early American,
painted ceramic tile with French Country, and brick and wood
with Traditional.
Each style has its own stamp of texture, but when you dare to
inject a room with contrast, the tension texture provides is
instantly intriguing. Consider a modern loft with an antique French
armoire as a focal point, a formal crystal chandelier hanging over
a primitive wooden table or avant-garde art in a traditionally
furnished living room.
Contemporary interiors celebrate light; traditional spaces are all
about the interplay of light and dark. If contemporary style seems
too sleek or cold, warm it up with a highly textural carpet or
accessories. And don’t be afraid to use bold textures in large
spaces or subtle textures in smaller spaces.
When a space incorporates unexpected textural juxtapositions,
great style emerges.
Walls are the background often defined by color and
accessories. Get creative with a hands-on approach: rag, roll,
sponge, comb, flock, or add molding or a textural 3-D paper.
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IT TAKES ONLY A MOMENT TO LEAVE
your cares at the white picket fence that
borders the property of this well-preserved
bungalow near downtown Overland Park.
Situated on a treed lot on 80th Street,
the house, built in 1910, has the timeless
appearance of being plucked from a vintage
Hollywood sound stage.
This, you think, is a suburban niche carved
out for something special. Indeed, Lauri
Meyers’ little slice of suburbia heaven is a
house that has the endearing personality of
being a comfortable, old friend. Each room
is lovingly appointed, warm and inviting, and
filled with treasures that are nostalgic and
artisan. A former garage was transformed into
a vintage art studio known as Friends of a
Feather. It’s a co-op of sorts, where Meyers
and her mother, Marilyn, who lived in the house
for 18 years, gather women to celebrate life,
friendship and creativity.
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A precious bungalowbecomes a creative
laboratory for friendsand guests.
By Kimberly Winter Stern ◆ Photos by Lauri Meyers
Women come together to create, collaborateand craft in the art studio.
Paper mache birds are examples of thewhimsical projects the group does.
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Several times a year, Friends of a Feather hosts sales with
handcrafted items, one-of-a-kind finds and what Meyers calls
“things left behind.” There are arts and crafts, handmade clothing,
vintage-inspired home decor, whimsical paper mache sculptures,
montages and collages, and repurposed furniture. Each room
has its own cozy, quirky charm, where an invisible creative thread
weaves a delicious sense of harmony, even though the home’s
interior script is entirely rewritten for each sale.
“There is a core group of six or so vendors who fill the house
for our three-day events, and that rotates, so each sale is truly
unique,” Meyers says. “We essentially flip the house from season
to season, sale to sale. Each one is fresh, new, special.”
That blank canvas — framed, of course, by the home’s classic
bungalow architecture — allows Meyers and friends to create the
unexpected every six weeks or so. Meyers says the Friends of
a Feather sales are like treasure hunts, where items have been
rescued and returned to their original luster or reimagined and
renewed. She and her mother, aunt, sister and niece like to set off
on adventures where they comb small towns seemingly lost in
the shuffle of big-city life for special finds that will be dusted off
and given a second life at Friends of a Feather.
Friends of a Feather also functions as a studio for arts and
crafts classes and is available for intimate events, such as book
clubs and knit groups, bridal and baby showers, and luncheons.
This summer Meyers anticipates offering a craft-oriented mini-
schoolhouse series for kids.
“This house and the concept are lovely opportunities for us to
create, recreate and inspire one another,” Meyers says.
We can’t imagine a more perfect way to feather a nest.
Meyers’ home abounds with treasures during seasonal sales.
Find sales, classes and other events atfriendsofafeather-artisans.blogspot.com
Check out photos of Lauri Meyers’ patio atkchandg.com/the-gathering-place
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Washington, D.C. transplants, Mark, a political consultant and
Lawrence native, and Rosemary, a stay-at-home mom, were
looking for a house that was conducive for their family and three
children: Jackson, 18; Caty, 17, who has a genetic disorder and
is the reason her parents wanted the home to be handicap-
accessible; and Harrison, 9. “We wanted a house that has a lot of
charm, room, good bones, good karma, and since my husband
likes to garden, a yard to play with,”
Rosemary says. Being a part of the
Symphony Designers’ Showhouse
is an added benefit. “To have it done
and done well is just an amazing
thing,” she adds. “The Kansas City
Symphony is a great organization
and a really good way to give back
to the community.”
The Sumps are excited to see
what the local designers come up
with for the tour, but, like any new homeowners, they have a
wish list. “I hope the master bath has a tub so after I get the
kids to bed, I can relax and read a good book,” Rosemary notes.
The whole family is excited to see what the kitchen — the most
important room in their home — looks like after the update since
Mark and Rosemary both are serious cooks (she used to be a
caterer) and plan a traditional family dinner every Sunday evening.
Enjoy the Sumps’ newly remodeled home with them!
April 21-May 20, 2012Tickets: $13, online; $15, at the door
Visit showhouse.org for a list of participating ticket outlets (posted March 12)
HOURS:Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Thursday: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. ● Sunday: Noon-5 p.m. ● Closed Monday
EVERY YEAR THE DESIGNERS’ SHOWHOUSE PROVES WHY
it’s the holy grail of design talent and inspiration. This year is no
different. Along with new homeowners Mark and Rosemary Sump,
top-notch local designers will take hold of 34 design spaces within
the home (four of which are outdoor living areas) to transform it into
the most talked-about house in the city.
The three-story Tudor Revival features coursed stone walls
with steps that lead up to the front
door, characteristic of the numerous
historic homes in this community.
It offers an open main level, six
bedrooms, four bathrooms and
5,206 square feet of total space.
One of the most notable features of
the house (and a selling point for the
Sumps) is the handicap access from
the backyard to the main floor and
from the driveway to the lower level.
The house also includes a conservatory, library, “man cave,” wine
storage and workout/game room.
Throughout its 103-year history, this quaint house has been home
to seven previous owners. Originally built in 1909, this home was
designed for Wallace and Beverly Goffe, who enjoyed season
tickets to the Kansas City Philharmonic (now the Kansas City
Symphony) and donated their home at 4410 Warwick Blvd.,
now the Richard J. Stern Ceramics Building, to the Kansas City
Art Institute.
Pay special attention to what’s happening at 47 W. 53rd St.in KCMO __ it’s this year’s 43rd Symphony Designers’ Showhouse!
HOWHOUSE43rd SYMPHONY DESIGNERS’
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FUN FACTSThis home is located in the
Simpson-Yeomans/Country SideHistoric District and listed on
the National Register of Historic Places.
It’s the first house in theDesigners’ Showhouse history that is
handicap-accessible.
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Upholstery and owner of Hot Designs ● Anna Morse, owner, Kitchen Concepts KC ● Kevin Noble, AKBD, designer, KC Building Supply
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After collaborations and evaluations from
our esteemed panel of judges, we’re happy
to announce the winners of our 21st
annual Home of the Year competition! In
the next several pages, you'll see superior
design and creativity from a diverse group
of local designers, architects, builders and
subcontractors. Thanks for your entries,
and congratulations to our winners!
Find a complete list of resourcesfor each award-winning home at kchandg.com
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BestInterior Design
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Respecting the Colonial style, this special period home is
appropriately suited in extensive trim and moldings,
marble floors, subway tile and crystal fixtures, but it’s
punctuated with pops of color and modern influences.
The inspired design evolved over time, with home decor
that is more personal than store-bought. Fixtures,
furniture, textiles and art nod to tradition but sparkle with
life. “There’s a non-beige energy that is inspiring every
day as we walk through,” the homeowner says.
Home Designer: Pinnacle Home DesignBuilder/Interior Designer: Madi Mali Homes
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A spacious and open main level is the hallmark of the Weston II model,
where all bedrooms, including the master suite, are on the second
floor. Communing and entertaining are easy with a large kitchen island
and breakfast area. Windows spanning the back of the home and
an 8-foot slider bathe the interior in sunlight, shining on the above-
standard crown molding and multiple paint colors.
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Home Designer: Pinnacle Home DesignBuilder: Rodrock Homes
Interior Designer: Designs by Gina
Best Model Homeunder $300,000
Craftsman details and lodge influences make this home stand out.
Rustic beams and use of stone visually appeal to the senses, while
the use of space makes perfect sense. Impressively, this home
incorporates an indoor/outdoor fireplace and fire pit that extends
living space outside. It also was built with wall panels and trusses to
save on lumber waste and meets Energy Star 2.5 standards.
Builder: James Engle Custom HomesInterior Designer: Lori Kettering Interiors
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Best Model Home$300,000-$500,000
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Inspired by Colorado lodges, this upscale home lives more like a retreat
than a residence. Its curb appeal, including a bubbling brook and
bridge to the front door, is nearly unbeatable on the block. Soothing
natural colors and creative ideas welcome the design enthusiast inside.
Sustainability proponents will enjoy the high-efficiency HVAC system
and tight building envelope that make this home 49 percent more
energy-efficient than a home built to code.
Home Designer: Ellen WeinstockBuilder: Starr Homes
Interior Designer: Jan Burket Interior Design
Best Model Homeover $500,000
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Though built for a family with children still at home, this four-bedroom
villa will age gracefully with everyone, ergonomically designed with
wide doorways, varied-height countertops and oversized rooms. A
virtually maintenance-free exterior and community services, such as
complete lawn care and snow removal, mean less work and hassle
for the homeowners. Moreover, the location of the home is prime,
situated near a luxury shopping center that fulfills needs and wants,
even accessible via landscaped pathways.
Architect: Bickford + Co.Builder: Willis Construction
Interior Designer: Janet Alholm Interiors
Best EMPTY NEST
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Best ModERNArchitecture
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This three-level home was designed to take advantage
of downtown views, including a large front porch and
third-floor cantilevered deck off the master, yet its
contemporary styling remains mindful of the historical
context of the Beacon Hill neighborhood. Inside,
mahogany ceilings, a multitone color scheme, extensive
built-ins and an open staircase with architectural stringers
set it apart. Maximizing its 3,000 square feet, the home
includes a three-car garage, artist’s studio, architect’s
office and sleeping loft.
Architect: R.J. Kietzman, ArchitectBuilder: Kietzman Urban Homes
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Best Custom Home$500,000-$1 million
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Beautiful on the outside but exquisite on the inside, this
villa is refined in a sophisticated, contemporary palette,
including chandeliers, pewter-toned custom iron accents,
a petrified wood vessel sink, grass cloth and impeccable
tile work. Built for family and entertaining, it’s complete
with a recreation room, home theater, screened porch,
grill deck, walkout courtyard, exercise room, safe room,
two bars and four fireplaces.
Architect: Bickford + Co.Builder: Willis Construction
Interior Designer: Janet Alholm Interiors
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Featuring efficient, effective living space, every detail of this Old World
home is intentional. Secluded on a 3.5-acre lakeside lot, it befits its
surroundings with a palette of reclaimed timbers and stone, along
with exotic granite, custom painting and window coverings, and
wallpapered walls and ceiling. Some well-conceived ideas include a
dog wash, safe room, media room and a second master suite for
guests. The home has an automated lighting system and is heated
and cooled geo-thermally.
Architect: Bickford + Co.Builder: Forner-LaVoy Builders
Interior Designer: Madden-McFarland Interiors
Best Custom Home $1 million-$1.5 million
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This Tuscan-style lake home overcame the challenge of its uphill
sloping lot with plenty of site work and retaining walls, resulting in a
design featuring an entry tower; typical rear-of-home amenities such
as a lanai; and view windows on the front. There’s even a solar
driveway heating system. The interiors showcase many ceiling
treatments, woodwork details, and specialty rooms and spaces.
Architect: Elswood Smith Carlson ArchitectsBuilder: Ashner ConstructionInterior Designer: KW Interiors
Landscape Architect: NSPJ Architects
Best Custom Homeover $1.5 million
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While The Evergreen draws attention with its vaulted great room and
floating open atrium staircase, it’s what no one can see that earns
accolades. Certified Gold in the NAHB Green Program, this model
home received a HERS score of 51, with a projected savings of nearly
$1,300 annually in utilities, thanks to energy-efficient construction
methods and appliances. Other sustainable factors include native
plantings, recycled and indigenous materials, low-VOC paint and
adhesives, and water-efficient fixtures and techniques.
Home Designer: Ellen WeinstockBuilder: Starr Homes
Interior Designer: Jan Burket Interior Design
Best GReen Home
Good design can be had in this price range. This
ultra-cool contemporary home was built on a narrow
infill lot with three bedrooms and 2.5 baths. The
entry, garage, laundry and two bedrooms are on the
street level, while the kitchen, dining room, living
room and master bedroom are on the upper level.
Two decks also were incorporated into the design.
Nine-foot ceilings, transom windows and multiple
partial-height walls with custom glass tiles create an
expansive, open feel.
Best Model Homeunder $300,000Architect: R.J. Kietzman, Architect
Builder: Kietzman Urban Homes
Five bedrooms and 5.5 baths fit into this 3,397-
square-foot home. Designed for those who love to
entertain, there are five distinct areas for gathering
on the main level: great room, hearth room, formal
dining room, breakfast area/kitchen island and
covered back deck. The future homeowner also
will appreciate the soft, arching lines; oval ceiling
treatment in the dining room; stone hearth; light
color palette; and updated, contemporary interior
design selections.
Home Designer: Pinnacle DesignBuilder: Rodrock Homes
Interior Designer: Twigs Interiors
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Best Model Home$300,000-$500,000
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This traditional 1.5-story home features six bedrooms,
5.5 baths and a large kitchen/hearth room that opens
to a lanai for three-season outdoor entertaining.
A stamped-concrete patio overlooks the Falcon
Valley Golf Course. Special details to point out
include arched doorways, an extra high ceiling in the
hearth room, rustic alder cabinets with distressed
glazing, iron spindles, cherry hardwood floors and
an angled garage.
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Architect: CL Architecture + DesignBuilder: Koehler Wharton HomesInterior Designer: Groover Interiors
Although the floor plan is compact, the spaces are
dynamic, with attention paid to sight lines and
the interplay between interior and exterior spaces.
Details and drama are common here. The first floor
features a variety of sculpted, vaulted ceilings; a
circular stair that acts as a light well; stone
wainscoting with candle insets; and generous,
oversized millwork. The combination of stone, brick,
and shingle and lap siding make this home
comfortably elegant and welcoming.
Architect: Wendlandt & StallbaumerBuilder: Russell Custom Homes
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Best MODEL Homeover $500,000
Best CUSTOM Home$500,000-$1 million
At 6,440 square feet, this plantation home doesn’t
just look big, it lives big. From the four-car motor
court and circle drive through the entry with double
staircases into the open floor plan, there is a definite
sense that this is a well-lived-in and loved home.
Large ideas like 23-foot ceilings and tower cupola
above a catwalk mix with small details such as
bedroom suites with doorbells (the kids’ idea).
Special spaces that get used often include the office,
drop zone, two laundry rooms, giant pantry, music
room and second-floor workout room.
Home Designer: Pinnacle Home DesignBuilder/Interior Designer: Madi Mali Homes
Nestled into a secluded 2.5-acre setting on a golf
course, this five-bedroom, seven-bath French Country
home is actually designed for a modern, active family.
Old World texture, color and finishes give it warmth,
but underneath it functions superbly with a versatile
kitchen, his-and-her offices and in-laws quarters,
plus a lanai and pool that extend the home outdoors.
Advanced technology — automation, audio/video,
controlled lighting, security and an elevator —
seamlessly integrate into the design.
Architect: Bickford + Co.Builder: Forner-LaVoy Builders
Interior Designer: Janet Alholm Interiors
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Best CUSTOM Home$1 million-$1.5 MILLION
Best CUSTOM Homeover $1.5 million
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Perfectly designed for a couple who entertains, this
plan boasts plenty of open living space, with a first-
floor master suite. Designed for the future, the office
can easily be converted to a bedroom; doorways
and hallways are enlarged; and low-maintenance
composite decking, stucco, vinyl windows and a
sprinkler system are included. A walkout lower level
contains a wet bar, two bedrooms for visitors and
ample storage for keepsakes.
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Builder/Interior Designer: C&M Builders
Energy Star-certified as well as certified NAHB Silver
Level Green Home, this home fulfills homebuyers’
typical desires, from granite counters to a finished
walkout basement, but goes an extra step with
sustainable features. The home utilizes low-VOC
paints and caulks, formaldehyde-free insulation,
insulated rim joists, low-E windows with argon gas,
a centralized duct system and taped seams. Its
HERS rating is 73, with estimated annual energy
costs of $2,421.
Architect: Webster ArchitectsBuilder/Interior Designer: Summit Custom Homes
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IT’S A SHADY, SERENE AFTERNOON
in Elaine and Richard Jones’ backyard.
So shady and peaceful, in fact, this park-
like setting is a welcome respite for more
than one critter discovering the benefits of
keeping cool.
“I won’t even go very far under the
deck to water my shade plants where
a good-size black snake resides,” a
cautious Elaine says.
Attending to plantings under the deck
is just one area on this extensive property
that keeps the Shawnee couple active,
rain or shine. Richard acknowledges that
neither he nor Elaine is a master gardener,
but the grounds look pristine. The couple’s
successes have come by trial and error
but always with passion.
“We’ve been married 45 years and
enjoy this hobby together,” Elaine says.
Mornings, when the air is still cool, both
Elaine and Richard diligently tend to the
yard. “I’m the professional dead-header,”
Elaine says, noting that when Richard isn’t
watering and weeding, he can be found in
his vegetable and herb garden.
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LEFT...“We had an established garden in St. Louis,but unlike our previous home, this one presentedus with some interesting challenges,” Richardsays. Nine years ago, when they built the house,there was nothing more than a thicket of treesand little else on the acre. “With all of thenative trees and wild shrubs, our original planwas designed to give the yard a woodland feel.”
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LEFT & ABOVE... Garden treasures peek in between the lush foliage.“We think our one-of-a-kind finds add a bit of whimsical uniqueness to our garden,” Elaine says.
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Since building their house nine years ago, the
grounds have significantly changed from wild
woodland as the couple removed trees. A large
cottonwood tree — one of the largest in the
surrounding area — was spared because of its
anchoring in the garden and wide canopy.
They hired a landscape architect to give them
ideas, which ranged from adding boulders to a
water feature. “We decided against the water
feature but thought a dry creek would be an
attractive addition,” Richard notes.
Meanwhile, they added beds and incorporated
bushels of plants. “I buy what looks healthy and
what I like,” Elaine says. “I think we visited nearly
every nursery in town in order to get just the plants
we wanted,” Richard adds.
With so much shade, the Joneses discovered
the joys of low-light plants that proliferate
throughout the distinctive handcrafted beds,
where hosta, fern, coral bells, lamium, hydrangea,
honeysuckle and red twig dogwoods carpet the
island ground.
Neither Richard nor Elaine claim to be philosophers, but they think thisquote summarizes the theme and personality of their garden:
“One of the most delightful things about a garden is the anticipation it provides.”~ W.E. Johns __ The Passing Show
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ABOVE... “Our grandson named the backyard “Pathway to Happiness” because of the flagstone pathway that windsthroughout the yard,” she says. Eventually, it leads to the vegetable patch, where he and other grandchildren
can pick ripe tomatoes, squash, eggplant, onions, peppers and herbs.”
RIGHT... “Richard and I like to entertain,” Elaine says. “Since I like to shop for lovely table settings,it’s fun to decorate with all my finds. I have a table on the deck that seats six, and on
the patio below, I have another wrought iron table that seats eight.”
In contrast to the woodland shade garden,
a second-story wood deck and ground-level
patio are filled with sun. Both display abundant,
colorful plants: knockout roses, clematis, daylilies,
dahlias and annuals. “Every year, the containers on
the deck and patio are different,” Elaine says. “I
have such fun each spring shopping at all the
nurseries. Then, when I get home, I let the creative
juices flow.”
Richard and Elaine aren’t the only ones who
enjoy it all. “Even strangers walking by have
knocked on our door to comment on the
red-headed coleus that grew three feet tall in the
front yard and the New Dawn climbing roses that
blessed us with thousands of blooms in May and
June,” Elaine says.
The couple’s gardening hobby has taken on a
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it’s something they can do together and share
with all who visit. “For both of us, it is also about
hanging out with nature and enjoying the peace
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some of my best ideas when I am digging in
the dirt.”
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“I like seeing all the shapesand colors come together to makea light. I step back and remindmyself that it was a pile ofrubbish just a few hours ago.”
JIM LIGON DESIGNS AND PRODUCES STUNNING LIGHT
boxes and fixtures that are custom-made out of refurbished wine
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All Parts That GlitterI tend bar at JJ's Restaurant and have access to lots of materials
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A day trip to Carthage includes stopping in all the local shops
on the square (bottom right), visiting historic Victorian homes like
the Baker house (bottom left), touring the courthouse (top right)
and learning the history on the Precious Moments Chapel (top left).
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Get your motor running andhead on down 71 Highway to
this old Route 66 town.By Diana Lambdin-Meyer
City photos by Benjamin SlomaPrecious Moments Park image courtesy of Precious Moments Chapel
I AWOKE TO THE SOUND OF CELTIC MUSIC DRIFTING INTO MY
room accompanied by the aroma of warm soda bread and scones.
But I knew I was someplace special when my arrival in the dining
room was announced by a bagpipe sonata.
I wish I were in Ireland, but almost as good, I was just two hours
south of Kansas City in Carthage, Mo., at the White Rose Bed and
Breakfast. For those who love all things Irish or are looking for a
special place to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, a visit with Jim and Jan
O’Hara, whose roots trace to County Clare and County Sligo,
should do nicely. Much of the decor of their 5,000-square-foot inn
includes family heirlooms and Irish lace and linens. I stayed in the
Dublin Room, which includes a fireplace mantel from a home in
Dublin and a bed that is claimed to have been owned by The
Unsinkable Molly Brown.
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Carthage is an unexpectedly enjoyable day trip. A hassle-free
jaunt straight south on Highway 71, Carthage was built on rich
deposits of lead, zinc and marble that, in turn, created a wealthy
population in the late 19th century. Elaborate Victorian architecture
still stands as a testament to when the town had more millionaires
per capita than any other city in the U.S. A walking tour of the
courthouse square makes for a lovely afternoon, filled with a
variety of independently owned shops and cafes.
The window display at Goad’s Antique Mall was enticing enough
that I spent the next hour looking and taking measurements.
If I could have fit that one dresser in the back of my car… But I
had no problem finding room for a couple of bottles of wine and
some San Saba River jams at Annie’s Epicurean Delights & Fine
Wines. The selection of olive oils, seasonings and other goodies
at Annie’s exceeded what many such specialty stores in Kansas
City have to offer.
If you’re looking to enjoy a beautiful spring day outdoors,
spend a few hours at the Precious Moments Park. For nearly
three decades, millions of fans of Sam Butcher’s inspiring little
figurines, cards and ornaments have found their way to this park
on the south side of Carthage. While the chapel and artwork
itself are worth the drive, the serenity of the blooming gardens on
a sunny spring day will leave you inspired to plant a few bulbs of
your own, or at least return to Carthage another time to see what
the seasons bring.
Take 71 Hwy south approximately 140 miles, 2.5 hours
● Historic Downtown Art Walks(April 13-14, June 1-2, October 12-13, November 30-December 1)
● Master Gardener’s Plant Sale (in May)
● 46th Annual Maple Leaf Festival (October 13-20)
● Historic Homes Tour (December 1)
Call the Carthage Visitors Bureau (ask for Wendi Douglas) at
417.359.8181 or visit-carthage.com.
To Get There:
To Do:
For More Info:
The female outlaw and horse thief Belle Starr, who rodewith the Jesse James gang, was born and raised in Carthage.
The first full-scale land battle of the Civil War after Congressofficially declared war was fought in Carthage. The eight-acre
park is now a state historic site.
Get your kicks on Route 66 as it runs through Carthage. The BootsMotel is an iconic motor court from the period and has been
operating since 1939, although it is pending under new ownership.
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C ulinary trailblazing team Chef JasperMirabile and Somerset Ridge Vineyard &
Winery’s Dennis and Cindy Reynolds powered through asold-out session at Roth Distributing, preparing an astounding sixcourses paired with wine. Chef Jasper recounted his recent return to hisSicilian hometown, a trip he endearingly calls The Cannoli Trail (fittingly also the title of his next cookbook – we can’twait!), and gave a tutorial on making fresh mozzarella with a kit that can be purchased at any Hen House for you tomake at home, too. Somerset brought out its special Cabernet Franc Reserve and Flyboy Red, named after theirbeloved Lt. Col. Arch Tucker, the vineyard’s Vice President of Tasting.
A Family SecretA Family SecretThis six-course Italian feast featured a
secret family recipe, the Scampi alla Livornese, and ended with the Mirabile
family’s signature Cannoli Tartuffo.
This “secret” is out! The Scampi alla Livornese was topped with perfection whenpaired with Somerset’s Riesling, the first ever made in the state of Kansas! Atabout 1-percent residual sugar, this is a wine everyone can agree on. Did we
mention it’s 100-percent made with estate-grown Riesling grapes from Kansas? [ ]
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The Menu:
Penne AllAmatriciana3 T extra-virgin olive oil, divided4 oz pancetta or guanciale or unsmoked bacon, cubed1 garlic clovecrushed red pepper
(as much as you’d like but should not be the predominant flavor)½ C onion, very finely chopped 4-5 basil leaves1 large can crushed Italian tomatoes
(not Italian-style but actually from Italy)12 oz penne¾ C freshly grated Pecorino Romano cheese, Parmigiano/Grana,
a combination of both or Chef Jasper’s homemade ricotta
1. In a large skillet, combine oil and red pepper and heat over mediumheat. Add onion, garlic with pancetta/guanciale/bacon. Cover andsauté until crisp, about 6-7 minutes.
2. Add tomatoes and basil. Season with salt and black pepper and simmer uncovered for 40-45 minutes.
3. Cook pasta very al dente; drain, reserving ½ C pasta cooking liquid.Return pasta to same pot.
4. Add sauce and ½ of the grated cheese. Sauté for 2-3 minutes,adding cooking water if too dry. Serve and sprinkle more gratedcheese.
Pollo alla FredericoRecipe courtesy of “Jasper’s Kitchen Cookbook”¼ C olive oil1 fresh, whole, never-frozen chicken6 Jasper’s Italian sausage links1 medium onion, sliced into strips3 green or red bell peppers, sliced into strips1 C wine28 oz Italian tomatoes1 C green peas1 t red pepper flakes½ t dried basil, tarragon, rosemary, thyme3 baking potatoes, quartered1 C mushrooms, slicedsalt and pepper to taste
1. Wash chicken and cut into legs, thighs, breasts and wings. Preheatoven to 450º F.
2. Heat olive oil, add chicken and sausage, and brown for 10 minutes.Add peppers and onions and cook until onions are translucent.
3. Place chicken, onions, peppers and remaining ingredients exceptpotatoes and peas into a large baking dish. Bake 30-45 minutes.
4. Add potatoes and peas and bake another 30 minutes.
The AllAmatriciana comes to life with a sip (orglass) of Flyboy Red, a soft, fruit-forward blend ofpremium red grapes. It’s great for merlot and pinotnoir lovers.
Also try the penne dish with Buffalo Red,Somerset’s premium semi-sweet red wine withcherry and plum flavors. It’s also a great pairingwith KC barbecue.
Deliciously paired with thebrightly colored appetizer platter, this Chardonnay offerslush flavors of tropical fruitswith a long, dry finish.
If you just can’t get enough,scoop up some more apps andsample with Buffalo White,featuring luscious tropical fruitflavors and a long, silky finish.
The Pollo alla Frederico dish received special treatment whenpaired with Cabernet Franc Reserve, a dry red wine madefrom a special selection of Cabernet Franc grapes grown inSomerset’s hillside vineyard. It’s fermented in small lots andaged in new American oak barrels.
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Roasted Garlic, Castelvetrano Olives (from theMirabile’s hometown in Sicily), Sicilian Olive Oil,Fresh Mozzarella and Roasted Peppers
� Scampi alla Livornese (a family recipe, so youwon’t find it here)
� Penne All Amatriciana� Pollo alla Frederico� Cannoli Tartuffo
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Special Thanks to Our Partners:jasperskc.com
somersetridge.comrothdistributing.com
Jasper’s Cannoli Tartuffo
¼ C candied citron, diced1 oz dark chocolate bar,
chopped12 pistachios, shelled½ lb ricotta
For garnish:sprigs of fresh mintcaramel sauce drizzle2 or 3 cannoli shells, broken or crushed
1. Chop the chocolate and add it to a small bowl with the candied citronand pistachios.
2. In a large bowl, let the vanilla ice cream soften but not melt.3. Drain the ricotta very well and, using a mixer, whip it for a minute or two.4. In another mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream then gently fold in
the ricotta.5. Carefully fold in the citron, chocolate, pistachios and cinnamon oil.6. Fold the ricotta mixture into the ice cream.7. Transfer to a freezer-proof container and return to freezer.8. Garnish with a fresh sprig of mint, a drizzle of caramel sauce and cannoli
shell crumbs. If serving in cones, omit garnish.
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A fan favorite, the Cannoli Tartuffo is a sweet treat appropriately pairedwith Avalon, Somerset's first apple wine made with a special blend ofwine, apples from Louisburg Cider Mill and its own brandy. It introducesa rich blend of sweet and tart deliciousness that is a perfect treat for thefall and holidays.
For round two, grab another Tartuffo spoonful and wash it down withTawny Port, Somerset’s rich, caramel-colored Port-style dessert winethat’s aged for several years in oak barrels. It has great smoky, nutty flavors.
½ C heavy cream1 qt vanilla ice cream (Blue Bell)1/8 t real vanilla extract1 drop cinnamon oil
It’s quite a sight to see Chef Jasper make his homemade mozzarella!
Fresh, homemade Focaccia bread was made on-site and served alongside thePenne AllAmatriciana.
Interested in attendingour next event?
Email Brooke Pearl, bpearl@nci.com,for info on our March Cooking School![ [
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With guests and wine experts watchingintently, Chef Jasper thoroughly and visually
explained how to make his mozzarella.[ ]
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March 3 ■ THE 45TH ANNUAL BALLET BALL will celebrate
Kansas City ballet with an evening of cocktails, dinner and
dancing at the InterContinental Kansas City at the Plaza.
Proceeds benefit the Kansas City Ballet and Kansas City Ballet
School. Tickets start at $250. 816.931.2232 or kcballet.org
April 7-August 26 ■ “TIMOTHY H. O’SULLIVAN: THE KING
SURVEY PHOTOGRAPHS” as part of the United States
Geological Exploration of the Fortieth Parallel, or King Survey,
comprise an iconic and richly varied body of work. In four
seasons with King’s group — 1867-1869 and 1872 — he
created a diverse body of photographs: geological studies,
landscapes, views of miners and mining operations, records
of cities and settlements, studies of the survey itself and self-
reflexive meditations on his own presence in the West.
816.751.1278 or nelson-atkins.org
April 14-29 ■ The HBA’S SPRING PARADE OF HOMES is
celebrating 50 years. Homebuyers and consumers flock to tour
new homes for the latest in home design and innovations. The
Spring Parade of Homes has given buyers a wealth of housing
choices to help find the home of their dreams since 1962.
816.942.8800 or kchba.org
April 21-22 ■ Tour renovated spaces, including kitchens,
baths, lower levels and master suites, on NARI’S 15TH
ANNUAL REMODELED HOMES TOUR. 913.362.8833 or
remodelingkc.com
April 27-28 ■ DIFFA’S DINING BY DESIGN showcases top
designers as they create awe-inspiring tablescapes. The event is
held at the Crown Center Exhibit Hall (adjacent to the Sheraton
Kansas City Hotel) and has helped raise more than $1 million for
HIV and AIDS education and prevention in the Kansas City area.
Tickets go on sale mid-March. 816.753.4332 or diffakc.org
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