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19 EDITOR’S LETTERAnd Baby Makes Three __ How addingone tiny little extra person multiplesfrustrations and joy.
21 Q&AA question-and-answer session withlocal industry professionals.
HOME25 THE GOODSShow Business __ Antiquing requiresintention with a healthy dose of stamina.Discover your treasure amid thisimaginative inventory __ if you can getthere before it’s gone.
29 DESIGN TRENDSTerrific Toile __ The centuries-oldpattern works just as well in modernhome decorating.
34 A PUSH FROM A PROFESSIONALA Leawood couple realizes the best thingfor their master suite comes from someonewith a new perspective.
38 EARTHLY DELIGHTSBeckoning the outside in, one landscapedesigner infused her interior with a touchof the wild.
49 THE 2011 REMODELOF THE YEAR AWARDSOur 8th annual remodel competition roundsup the city’s best, most recent remodels.
63 SMART HOUSEBuilt-Ins Make Homes Better __
Homeowners consider unique designfeatures for added convenienceand organization.
LIFESTYLE72 NATURE PLUSSun or shade, water or fire, relaxed or readyto party, outdoor living spaces bridge the gapbetween indoors and out. KCH&G’s FineOutdoor Living Space shows how it’s done.
75 SAVVY GARDENERSoil and Soul __ Instead of maintaininggrass that doesn’t do more than look nice,reap more than you sow with your ownvegetable patch.
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ABOUT THE COVER ...This powder bath from the GrandAward winner shows just a glimpseof the talent found within our2011 Remodel of the Year winners.Photo by James Maidhof
83 GOING GREENGoing Back to Before __ Preserving freshfruits and vegetables is making a comeback__ and for good reasons.
88 EASY, BREEZY CARTE DU JOURDespite the 100-degree weather, we packeda full house into Kitchen Studio: Kansas Cityfor KCH&G’s July Cooking School.Executive Chef/General Manager LaurieHaney prepared a fresh four-course menu.
93 HEALTHY LIVINGNo Recliner Necessary __ Forget talking outyour problems __ try a more interactiveapproach to healing.
LAKE OF THE OZARKS106 LIVING THE GOOD LIFEThat’s how it is at the Lake, especially whenyour outdoor living area looks like this one.
110 BRINGING BACK THE STRIPMany plans are in the works to bringback attention __ and business __
to the Bagnell Dam Strip.
114 OFF THE BEATEN PATHThose interested in an authentic Lake-areaexperience head away from the hubbub ofOsage Beach to a Mennonite community ofsmall, locally owned shops and businesses.
GRAND LAKE120 GRAND STYLEA shopping spree in northeastern Oklahomatakes a vacation from the norm.
127 CALENDAR OF EVENTSWhat’s happening in Septemberin Kansas City.
135 MARKETPLACEA reference guide to help you findour advertisers.
19 EDITOR’S LETTERAnd Baby Makes Three __ How addingone tiny little extra person multiplesfrustrations and joy.
21 Q&AA question-and-answer session withlocal industry professionals.
HOME25 THE GOODSShow Business __ Antiquing requiresintention with a healthy dose of stamina.Discover your treasure amid thisimaginative inventory __ if you can getthere before it’s gone.
29 DESIGN TRENDSTerrific Toile __ The centuries-oldpattern works just as well in modernhome decorating.
34 A PUSH FROM A PROFESSIONALA Leawood couple realizes the best thingfor their master suite comes from someonewith a new perspective.
38 EARTHLY DELIGHTSBeckoning the outside in, one landscapedesigner infused her interior with a touchof the wild.
49 THE 2011 REMODELOF THE YEAR AWARDSOur 8th annual remodel competition roundsup the city’s best, most recent remodels.
63 SMART HOUSEBuilt-Ins Make Homes Better __
Homeowners consider unique designfeatures for added convenienceand organization.
LIFESTYLE72 NATURE PLUSSun or shade, water or fire, relaxed or readyto party, outdoor living spaces bridge the gapbetween indoors and out. KCH&G’s FineOutdoor Living Space shows how it’s done.
75 SAVVY GARDENERSoil and Soul __ Instead of maintaininggrass that doesn’t do more than look nice,reap more than you sow with your ownvegetable patch.
83 GOING GREENGoing Back to Before __ Preserving freshfruits and vegetables is making a comeback__ and for good reasons.
88 EASY, BREEZY CARTE DU JOURDespite the 100-degree weather, we packeda full house into Kitchen Studio: Kansas Cityfor KCH&G’s July Cooking School.Executive Chef/General Manager LaurieHaney prepared a fresh four-course menu.
93 HEALTHY LIVINGNo Recliner Necessary __ Forget talking outyour problems __ try a more interactiveapproach to healing.
LAKE OF THE OZARKS106 LIVING THE GOOD LIFEThat’s how it is at the Lake, especially whenyour outdoor living area looks like this one.
110 BRINGING BACK THE STRIPMany plans are in the works to bringback attention __ and business __
to the Bagnell Dam Strip.
114 OFF THE BEATEN PATHThose interested in an authentic Lake-areaexperience head away from the hubbub ofOsage Beach to a Mennonite community ofsmall, locally owned shops and businesses.
GRAND LAKE120 GRAND STYLEA shopping spree in northeastern Oklahomatakes a vacation from the norm.
127 CALENDAR OF EVENTSWhat’s happening in Septemberin Kansas City.
135 MARKETPLACEA reference guide to help you findour advertisers.
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LLife looks a little different to me these days. When
people say having a baby changes everything, it doesn’t
just refer to your schedule, which it most certainly
pinches, but it also alters attitude. I am baffled by my
newfound ability to ignore the things that do not matter
and focus on this person in my life who needs me so
much, and as I’ve discovered, whom I need just as
much in return. The bathroom goes uncleaned while I
watch Sophia ponder the window treatments. The
weeds grow in the garden while I am distracted by
her adorable coos and gurgles. My body retains its
lackluster shape while I cuddle with my bundle
instead of going to the gym. All of the upkeep was a
priority just five months ago, yet those duties pale in
comparison to my job as a new mom. Life is more
precious than I previously knew.
Another thing that had to change was the nursery.
What looked cute before the baby came was not
necessarily the most functional place after she got here.
It’s one of those live-and-learn lessons. The crib was
across from the vent. The glider interrupted easy access
to the drawers. The shades didn’t block out enough light
for naps. And the plants that I thought would add
How adding one tiny little extra person multiplies frustrations and joys.
And Baby Makes Three
life to the room were just another thing I had to take
care of. I even adopted a beautiful beta fish, whose
gently flittering movements kept me in a peaceful
state during those 2 a.m. feedings. He gets to stay, as
those late nights continue, but everything else has
been rearranged.
Yes, aesthetics and functionality must go hand in
hand. We can all learn that much from the winners of
our Remodel of the Year competition. Turn to page 49
to peruse local remodeling projects, where space-
planning, design ideas and materials selection were
noticed, appreciated and thus awarded. You might
also appreciate a few other unique features we’ve
discovered, such as built-in dog kennels in kitchen
cabinetry, and laundry and grocery pass-throughs, on
page 63. I’m already thinking about my own storage
and organization needs as my daughter grows into
and out of a never-ending parade of clothes, coats,
shoes, hats, mittens, backpacks and whatever else I
have yet to find out about. Guess those days of the
hardworking homeowner will return soon enough,
but for now I’m going to snuggle with my baby while
I still have the chance.
ANDREA [email protected]
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A: Basement remodels continue to be a popular home
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formal area of the house where a home theater room can be
incorporated for family nights at home with popcorn and ice
cream. Basement finish areas are also popular as they provide a
retreat for older kids and their friends to hang out, giving parents
peace of mind that the kids are home! Younger children enjoy
these spaces as well, and it gives them a place to store and use
a lot of the toys that simply won’t fit in their rooms.
Q: What rooms of the house are the most valuable tohomeowners in terms of family enjoyment and financial value?
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John Wolfe, Scovell Wolfe & Associateswww.scovellwolfe.com
A: For me, there’s no better place at home than in the backyard
spending time with family and friends. There are just fewer
distractions, allowing quality time. Start with a deck, perhaps
with built-in benches or a patio with a fire pit to gather
around. Monetarily, outdoor projects are averaging a 57 to 72
percent return on investment, but with some creativity and
perspective, you can do better than average.
Rees Michael, North Star Remodelwww.northstarremodel.com
A: Today, trends lean more to the kitchen/gathering room
concept. In essence, a gathering room is where the family living
area is joined together with the kitchen space. This concept
provides great use and enjoyment of space in every price point
of home values. Throughout the years and in the future, I feel
the kitchen/gathering concept is the best financial and most
enjoyable investment one can make in a home.
Skip Hensler, Hensler [email protected]
A: While the kitchen and bathroom areas of your home should
always yield your greatest value, I am a strong believer that the
spaces in your home where the most time is spent always makes
the greatest impact for yourself and others. These spaces will
bring out your true feeling and provide you with wonderful
enjoyment. Personally, your master suite and kitchen are not
only your greatest investments but also very enjoyable in
your process.
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1. Applause Applause Can you imagine whata showstopper this fellow was, dangling withplayful animation? This 19th-century Sicilian marionette probably danced his way into many hearts.His ornamentation: tin and hand-carved wood with elaboratebrocade, velvet and silk accoutrements. 40" h. $1,200. Nufangle FineAntiques and Whimsy, 1707 W. 45th St., Kansas City, Mo. 816.931.00212. Pause for Reflection Take a peek when you walk by this lovely convex mirror. Federal style with two candlearms known as girandoles, this French bull’s-eye mirror hails from the 18th century. $5,900. Mission RoadAntique Mall, 4101 W. 83rd St., Prairie Village, Kan. 913.341.7577 or missionroadantiquemall.com 3. Seatedwith Perfection Barbara Farmer is head over heels with her pair of handsome Louis XIV chairs. They’ll look positively princely pulled up to a table or surrounding the hearth. High-backed, covered in greenish-brown velvet.Late 19th century. $2,600 for the pair. Parrin & Co., 1717 W. 44th St., Kansas City, Mo. 816.753.7959 4. TheHunt This petite Viennese bronze, aptly named The Cheyenne by Bergmann Studio, is powerfully interpreted withfine detail — little wonder it’s one of owner Sally Hilkene’s favorites. Bronze on stone base, c. 1890. 12.5."$9,000. Churchill, 340 W. 47th St., Fairway, Kan. 816.561.5240 or shopatchurchill.com 5. Ticked Once upon atime there was a towering time piece in the medieval perch village of Gordes. Carol Dickey discovered it on oneof her excursions to Provence. It’s waiting for you in her Crestwood shop. Grayish green, c. 1800. 91" h x 18 ½w. $4,000. Pear Tree Antiques, 303 E. 55th St., Kansas City, Mo. 816.333.2100
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Comfy Slumber What a day for a
daydream in this almost twin-sized,
scrolled-iron daybed — and a seriously fun
piece to cozy upon. French campaign, c.
1870. New mattress covered with
vintage ivory linen. 37" h x 72" w x 36" d.
$3,250. Prize Antiques, 4725 Wyandotte,
Kansas City, Mo. 816.960.4959 or
prizeantiques.com
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Hello, Gorgeous Expect raves on this Italian, neoclassical desk, c. 1820. Fruit wood with
lots of secret compartments. Each leg is topped by an ebonized square column with gilt
wood Egyptian bust. $11,500. Linda Pearce, 1214 W. 47th St., Kansas City, Mo.
816.531.6255 or lindawpearce.com
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Rock-a-Bye-Baby Imagine whispering a
lullaby to your new babe in this elegant
one-of-a-kind cradle, c. 1850. Solid,
hand-carved walnut crowned with a
carved canopy — think heirloom for your
little prince or princess. 6'6" h x 5' w.
$25,000. Peterson’s Antiques, 7829 Marty,
Overland Park, Kan. 913.341.5065 or
petersonsantiques.com
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Chim-Chimney Salvaged from a rooftop
in the Cotswold, this distinctive English
chimney pot with a unique pagoda topper
is the perfect architectural signature inside
or out. Strikingly tall (6'), early 19th century,
it will jumpstart your conversations.
Webster House Antiques, 1644 Wyandotte
St., Kansas City, Mo. 816.221.4713 or
websterhousekc.com
Speaking Volumes Your treasured tomes
will only be enhanced with this pair of
exquisitely crafted George III harewood
and boxwood strung hanging shelves. 30
¼" h x 15 ¼" w x 6 ½" d. English, c. 1795.
$19,500. Charlecote, 337 E. 55th St.,
Kansas City, Mo. 816.444.0121 or
charlecoteantiques.com
benefits and ease-of-use. Wallpaper manufacturers
are further enhancing the trend by offering more color
options and styles that appeal to a variety of tastes and
work in newer as well as older homes.
For example, “Toile Resource,” a collection from
Thibaut, offers a traditional color palette including
basics like blue on white and red on cream, but
also inspires homeowners with fun combinations
like raspberry and ivory on French blue, and crisp
green on yellow. Some designs have interesting
backgrounds that are illustrated to resemble cloth,
linen and other fabrics, and many designs incorporate
Photos courtesy of Thibaut
| Some designs, no matter how old, never go out of style, like these rooms designed with Toilede Provence and Biltmore. |
SSearching for a fresh wallpaper idea? Try an old
one: toile. Dating back to the late 17th century,
French toile patterns — typically one- or two-color
fine-line illustrations or etchings of romanticized
landscapes and lyrical pastoral scenes — once served
as record for historical events and mythological stories.
They grace the walls of historic estates throughout
Europe and the U.S. Over the years, toile has
remained fashionable among those seeking an antique
or country look, and has been a favorite of interior
designers. Today, toile has become increasingly
popular as more consumers are turned on to its
The centuries-old pattern works just as well in modern home decorating.
Text and photos courtesy of Thibaut
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neutrals and earthy colors like sage and
olive green, charcoal, bronze, wheat,
dark gold and burgundy, which coordinate
with popular cabinetry, flooring and
countertop materials found in newer
homes. Fabrics accompany the designs
in this collection and can be used for
window treatments, table linens, pillows,
slipcovers and bedspreads.
According to Thibaut, one of the oldest
operating wallpaper firms in the U.S. and
a leader in the production of toile designs
and historic patterns, the growing interest
in toile is not surprising. “It’s a great
problem-solver for hard-to-decorate areas,”
says Stacy Senior, marketing manager.
Thibaut design experts, in fact, use toile
readily in their own homes. They point out
the following features and benefits:
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“Homeowners canbe fearful of
bold colors andstrong patterns.
Since toile isdrawn with fine
lines and consistsof only one or twocolors, it adds colorand pattern withouttaking center stage
in the room.”
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Toile adds fine detail and color in a very
subtle way. “Homeowners can be fearful
of bold colors and strong patterns,” Senior
comments. “Since toile is drawn with
fine lines and consists of only one or
two colors, it adds color and pattern
without taking center stage in the room. It
coordinates easily with other designs in
the room and throughout the home.”
Toile patterns are gender-neutral.
“Many couples have a hard time deciding
on a pattern, especially when it comes to
shared areas like the master bedroom or
bathroom,” Senior says. “Men can have a
‘fear of floral,’ and women often shy away
from masculine plaids or paisleys. Toile is
a compromising solution as it adds texture
and a type of architectural detail that is
comfortable for both parties.”
Toile works well in large spaces.
“Today’s new and remodeled homes feature
a lot of wide, open space — big rooms
with high ceilings and lots of wall to
decorate,” Senior comments. “Homeowners
can be unsure of how to use all this space.
Toile can be a great option as it fills the wall
with pattern but offers a subtle effect. This
allows for the addition of mirrors, pictures,
shelving, window treatments and other
decorative accents. It helps bring warmth to
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spacious areas that might otherwise appear
empty and ‘under decorated.’”
Toile instantly adds “aged charm” to a
new home. “Because the designs are based
on antique samples, toile can create a
mature, elegant look in a bedroom or bring
old farmhouse charm to a kitchen, thus
giving rooms character and personality,”
Senior says.
Toile suits either casual or formal
environments and works with many
styles of decor — traditional, country,
Victorian, etc. “The designs create a
refined appearance that always looks
fantastic, and there are numerous motifs to
choose from,” Senior says. “Although many
depict countryside life, some tell stories
about travel through Asian or African lands.
Scenes typically show people at rest or
play, doing chores or journeying through
villages. The scenery is usually embellished
with provincial animals and birds —
sheep, pheasants or more exotic animals
like elephants and giraffes. Designs also
can capture a more dreamy, fanciful look,
featuring cherubs, muses, scrolling vines
and ornate pillars and fountains, or be
more simplistic, showing etched floral
patterns interlaced with vines, fruits,
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A Leawood couple realizes the best thing for their master suitecomes from someone with a new perspective.
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ometimes our job as a designer is to push people toward something
they might not necessarily want but something that works for
them,” says Kathleen Ramsey, Allied Member ASID and owner of
Ramsey Interiors. That was the case during a recent master suite renovation
she spearheaded for a Leawood couple who were hesitant to go beyond their
comfort level. But Ramsey showed them how new colors and patterns could
re-energize their outdated space.
Formerly decorated in yellows and blues, the room’s palette deviated
from the rest of the house, and the bathroom needed a more functional floor
plan and new fixtures. Renovating the bathroom was the main priority for
the homeowners, who wanted it to feel cozy yet have the biggest soaking tub
Ramsey could find.
“They had a budget, so I did some space planning and gave them a few
different designs,” Ramsey says.
Because of the layout and spacing of the walls, figuring the right layout
for the bathroom while considering their budget proved to be the hardest
part about this renovation. Ramsey solved it by aligning the tub and shower
on one wall, and the vanity and wall separating the commode on the other.
Keeping neutral colors, Ramsey selected stone-colored tiles but added shiny
medallions to the design in the shower.
As the process progressed, the homeowners realized that by spending
a little less money on the bathroom, they could make some updates to their
bedroom. “They wanted it to go a little better with the rest of their house,”
Ramsey notes.
The duvet became the main inspiration for the room’s decor, leading
Ramsey to select a palette that included rich, rusty accent colors mixed with
browns for an earthy environment. To keep the room light, she painted the
walls and trim complementary but different light, creamy tones and added
can lighting to the ceiling where there was none before. For texture, she
installed a tightly woven grass cloth behind the bed.
Storage was another issue for the clients, who had considered taking
down a wall to expand into another room. Instead, Ramsey talked to them
about how to use the existing space in a functional way and commissioned
two built-in wardrobes facing the bed.
To maximize their dollar’s value, Ramsey reused much of the furniture
already in the room. The original sleigh bed, end tables and dresser were
faux-finished to look aged and help mesh with the new color scheme.
“The bedroom is a place to re-energize and inspire,” she says. “It’s the
most personal space.”
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very day, whether shrouded in mist or brightly blooming,
has a special place in Sara Antin’s heart. “I’m drawn to the
outdoors,” says this earthy romantic who is passionate
about her lifestyle as a landscape designer.
Comfortably settling into the suburban home that captured her
attention eight years ago was “serendipity,” she says. “I’ve always
been drawn to the Tudors and cottages on this very street. Luckily
one became available and I jumped and bought it.”
Now, the lush foliage surrounding the mature three-quarter acre
lot is ablaze with her magical touch, transforming this 1940s cottage
into a cozy sanctuary both inside and out.
Former homeowners, who happened to be skillful stonemasons,
made Antin’s task a bit easier. “I loved the brick and flagstone
accents throughout the house,” she admits. “My job was to enhance
these existing elements into my design style, which is an eclectic
blend of rustic, romantic cottage.”
Beckoning the outside in,one landscape designer
infuses her interior witha touch of the wild.
By Gloria Gale Photos by Bill Mathews
DelightsE A R T H L Y
ERight... The outdoors is filled with creature comforts:
soft places to sit, potted plants from the garden,
old wrought iron accessories and a table made
from the property’s old tree limbs.
Below... To increase the visual size of the compact ranch,
Antin added two brick wing walls topped
with carriage lights to either side of the house.
She also incorporated a small patio on the front
exterior as a point of interest.
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All of the brick and stone impart a unique character in the sitting room,
which is filled with seemingly disparate styles that merge into a
graceful whole. Installing bigger windows help filter more
daylight into what was once a small, dark bedroom.
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But you won’t catch her using any
chintz. Instead, she blends a variety of
natural surfaces that are reoccurring
elements within Antin’s design repertoire.
“I like to add touches of iron, rough
timber beams, stone __ materials that are
very organic with a lot of earthy presence,”
she explains.
That’s apparent in the existing foyer with
original flagstone floor and subtle botanical
print wallpaper. “I added French doors
and a beadboard ceiling accented with an
elegant crystal chandelier,” she describes.
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Top inset... Visual interest is very important
to Antin, who had a seven-foot star
stained into the sitting room floor.
“The more I could style this room away from
being a bedroom, the better,” she says.
Bottom inset... Though the polished staircase
that curves into the loft/office previously
existed, the homeowner found and installed
the unique octagonal window with a granite
surround to add more light to this area.
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In contrast to the cozy foyer, Antin wanted to
brighten and lighten the living room, raising the ceiling
15 feet and painting the walls a creamy shade of ivory.
She enjoys the neutrality and sparse nature of her
living room, where nothing matches. “Give me a bunch
of mismatched pieces, like the oriental tables, French
ladder back chairs, a jute rug covered with a cowhide
and, finally, an elegant baby grand piano __ I’ll make
them all fit,” she says.
In addition to also raising the ceiling and adding a
skylight that’s trimmed in oak timbers in the kitchen,
she installed unhoned slate countertops and a sealed
concrete sink, both of which are incredibly durable,
Antin says. She acknowledges the extensive use of
architectural salvage in her decorating. “In my world,
the hunt to repurpose is always in motion. Many
cabinet fronts and drawers are from an old French
armoire that fell apart in shipping,” she notes.
Attention to detail dominates in the adjacent sitting
room, a whimsical space that’s part library, part game
room. After doubling the size of the room that was once
a bedroom, Antin installed oversized windows and had
a seven-foot faux-finished star stained into the floor.
She also capitalized on the unique winding staircase
with treads made from brick and Brazilian mahogany
that leads to her office upstairs.
Left... The entryway is a snapshot of different, mostly natural
elements merging in a small space. A stone floor, wood console
table and wood door blend naturally with the more formal
crystal chandelier, the one note of elegance.
Top right... Unhoned slate covers the countertops and island
in the 17’ by 9’ kitchen. Boxed timbers along the ceiling line
highlight the vault and skylight. Squares of Brazilian
mahogany frame polished granite insets in the oak floor in
both the kitchen and dining room.
Bottom right... Antin acknowledges, “Every room in my house
mixes style and texture. I like to take something that typically
belongs outdoors and blend it with my interior furnishings.
In this room, I’ve used a hide rug layering it over a sea grass
area rug. Another element I routinely use is the contrast
between textures: leather sofa; nubby, calfskin rug; polished
wooden tables; and wooden blinds. All the mismatched
pieces blended into one space heightens the interest.”
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There, Antin’s master bathroom is a study in
contrast. Though now the space is serene, she says it
was once dreadfully dark. She installed a wood floor
and fashioned a stone wall backing the tub with Lucite
tubing to allow spots of light to peek in. The formally
black-tiled shower was replaced with tumbled marble
that also appears on her vanity countertop.
Except for a subtle tapestry or kilim accessory,
pattern and bright color is nearly nonexistent in Antin’s
home. In her master bedroom, the stained beadboard
wall trimmed in rough cedar timbers behind the bed and
neutral bed coverings demonstrate her preference for
texture over color.
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Initially, the grotto was just a flagstone floor until Antin built the brick archways
and added a vaulted ceiling. “This is the space everyone who visits is drawn to,” she says.
M O O D E N H A N C E R S :candles, table lamps, windows and skylights.
C O L O R W AY S :creamy whites, deep brown, forest green and slate gray.
K E Y A C C E N T S :repurposed wood, flagstone or native-cut stone, brick,
wood floors, terra cotta and salvaged architectural items.
F A B R I C S :nubby cotton, flokati, cut velvet, leather, kilim, tapestry
and unbleached linen.
B U I L D I N G B A S I C S :raised or vaulted ceilings trimmed with beams, natural
materials such as stone or brick for texture,
and unconventional materials inside, like flagstone on the
walls, tile-trimmed floors and unhoned slate on countertops.
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This is in total contrast to the riot of vibrant color found in her
surrounding gardens.
Though she admits the yard was once “a total mess,” her talent for
designing and coaxing bountiful plantings is on display throughout the
seasons. Antin’s creative spirit abounds in her woodland sanctuary.
Both inside and out, her house is filled with earthly delights.
Left...The entire master bathroom was gutted and redesigned.
A vessel sink tops a tumbled marble vanity that is supported
by two decorative wood brackets. But the eye-catching
focal point is Antin’s sunken tub.
Below...Nothing fussy is the mood in the serene master bedroom,
employing cotton and linen bed coverings. A deep-pile white area
rug warms up the blue slate floor designed with Mexican beach
pebble inserts. A reupholstered chair and simple side table finish
the look in this spare but cozy space.
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With a talented contractor,
architect and designer on
board, any space — no matter
how bad you think it is — can
be transformed into something
sensational. Removing walls, relocating doorways,
and changing split levels into second-floor
additions barely touch on the amount of work
that went on behind the scenes of our 2011
Remodel of the Year competition. What we see is
the end product, showcasing
everything from glass
mosaic tile, wallpaper and
chandeliers to built-in storage
and seating (and doggie kennels!),
custom-made cabinetry and outdoor l iving
that’s second to none. Exteriors are transposed,
bathrooms are reinvented and whole houses look
almost like new. You’ll just have to see to believe,
which you can when you turn the page.
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The significant exterior makeover features texture, definition, elevations
and details (even more so when compared to the before photo).
Exposed timbers and stone pillars substantiate the outside of the
home, with the timber repeated in details along the eaves and gables.
The existing stucco walls were refinished, and a natural stone veneer
was added to the lower half. A covered front porch defines the main
entrance; the back showcases new canopies that shelter an outdoor
living space, with kitchen, TV, fireplace and heaters as well as
immediate access to the new pool, hot tub, shower and carriage house,
featuring salvaged items from the remodel.
As you turn the corner from the entryway into the kitchen, the current
layout, design, functionality and color of the culinary center will blow
you away. The enlarged space houses full-height, custom-made
cabinetry by Royal Fixtures; refrigerator; hidden TV; built-in coffee
station; and a pullout pantry unit, leaving the custom-designed hood
with range and blue glass wall tiles — three colors, two finishes, all
sizes — to be the focal point. The large island with quartz countertop
provides a prep sink, tons of countertop space and seating for four.
A custom-designed 10-foot-long buffet cabinet divides the kitchen
from the great room, highlighting the step between the spaces and
eliminating the need for a railing. It’s made of solid walnut planks
wrapped with Corian and offers more storage and countertop space
for entertaining.
2011 REMODEL OF THE YEAR
TOTAL TRANSFORMATION RICH INGREDIENTS
The Anderson family wanted a little something
more from their current living quarters, so they
decided to build. However, in the process of
designing and finalizing plans, they came
across their current location in Lawrence’s
Lake Alvamar community. With a lot of love
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and renovation talent from the design team,
the Andersons remodeled this split-level
house into one that everyone needs to see,
incorporating modern architecture and design
and custom-built elements, while reusing and
donating as much as possible.
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The original split level was eliminated,
while a second story was added. The
updated floor plan allows the elegant dining
room and home office to flank the entrance,
where the quarter-sawn white oak flooring
leads arriving guests into the home with
immediate attention drawn to the clean-lined
stair tower and cast glass ball chandelier, an
extraordinary pairing.
Floor-to-ceiling windows and built-in walnut
shelving units highlight the home office.
With desks overlooking the landscaping and
a comfy couch for brainstorming sessions,
this user-friendly and well-designed space
is just the place to get the creative juices
flowing.
The brilliant blue powder bath, off the main
entrance, sports a concrete countertop made
by Atlas Archimedes, a company based in
Lawrence. It’s topped with a bamboo sink,
which coordinates with the color of the new
hardwood floors.
The Anderson boys spend lots of time in
their stylish upstairs loft, playing video
games and basketball and watching TV. Each
boy has his own desk for homework, too. The
space is padded with numerous shades of
blue InterfaceFLOR tiles, the main accent
color in the home. Each boy also has his
own bedroom suite upstairs, including
individually decorated bathrooms — one
features green glass tiles, the other blue.
While the kitchen might be the most
impressive space in the home, the great
room is where the family hangs out the
most, especially with its direct access to the
terrace and pool. “We use it the most to
watch movies, and it’s a great open space
that flows well between the inside and
out,” one homeowner says. “It’s great for
entertaining.” The concrete hearth with
custom walnut mantel provides a focal point
of its own, as the fireplace incorporates the
stone found on the exterior.
The renovated master bathroom features
travertine stone and glass mosaic tiles on
custom his-and-her walnut vanities separated
by a deep whirlpool tub. A walk-in shower
with body sprays incorporates glass corners
for natural light. Other hot topics in this
space include a walk-in closet, radiant
heat floors, Kansas Plaza gray limestone
countertops and vessel sinks.
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The Goal: To design every detail, from color to
convenience.
The Challenge: Maximizing the space by building a
small addition to fit a floor-to-ceiling shower spa and
jetted tub.
The Result: A symmetrical focal wall of soft white
and aqua tiles makes a stunning backdrop in this
contemporary space. The custom vanity fits into the
bump out and features a one-of-a-kind glass top and edge.
Matching glass inlays cover the electrically powered
cabinet doors and drawers. Other special features include
radiant heat marble floors, towel heaters, waterfall
fixtures and a hidden glass-front medicine cabinet.
The Judges Liked: How functional the space is and how
well it suits the client’s particular tastes.
Contractor: Rhino BuildersArchitect (Retired): Donald Osbourn
Best BathRemodel
The Goal: To increase accessibility in an open yet
dysfunctional space.
The Challenge: Beginning with the removal of a wall
and the relocation of the refrigerator, every step of the
project had to be calculated within inches.
The Result: A new opening where the oven was
improves traffic flow, while an expanded pantry and new
fridge location is much more user-friendly. Removing
the high top and lengthening the countertop made room
for a larger breakfast nook. The kitchen itself was
updated with under-cabinet lighting, stainless steel-
framed cabinets with frosted glass and refinished floors.
The adjacent hearth area received a stack stone finish to
the fireplace, lighted glass cabinet tops and floating glass
display shelves.
The Judges Liked: The smart use of space, creative
openings that connect the rooms and the accent lighting.
Contractor: Quality Home ConceptsBest Kitchen
Remodel$40,000-$70,000
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The Goal: To totally reinvent a poorly designed, crowded
and dark space into one that is light, open and welcoming.
The Challenge: Improving traffic flow, lightening the
space and outfitting cabinetry with storage aids.
The Result: Removing soffits and walls to the back
hallway and family room, tripling the existing lighting
and finishing the cabinets in frosty white enamel give
the space the airy feeling it was lacking. Several glass
door cabinets have a contrasting interior of lyptus wood
and lighting to show off decorative items, and wine
refrigerator displays the wine collection prominently.
The enlarged opening to the family room now
encompasses a small seating bar and bookcases.
The Judges Liked: The spacing of the area, curved
cabinetry, and the finish on the carpentry and trim.
Best KitchenRemodel
$70,000-$120,000Contractor: Woodward Construction
Kitchen Designer: Kitchen Studio: Kansas City
The Goal: To condense a sequence of small spaces into
one large hearth room/kitchen/dining area.
The Challenge: Removing support beams and walls,
identifying water problems, eliminating termites and
incorporating materials from the client.
The Result: The reconfigured spaces include a half
bath and three entrances to the kitchen. The dining room
wall was partially retained to hold a large stone hearth
piece, columns and an arched header over the cook top.
A cypress wood-topped island, seating area and storage
space increase the value and use of the space. New
walnut floors, wood beams, limestone countertops and
salvaged Belgian glass tile give it life.
The Judges Liked: The use of the window and the stone
hearth over the cook top.
Contractor: Andrews ConstructionArchitect: McHenry Shaffer Mitchell Architects
Interior Designer: Becky Berg Design
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Best KitchenRemodel
over $120,000
The Goal: To instate Western authenticity into a boring
basement.
The Challenge: Capturing the spirit of the mountains
and minding the interplay of a future three-season room.
The Result: The finishes were directly shipped from the
West, using cut timbers, stripped-bark vigas and trim
latillas imported from New Mexico. Log straircase
treads, mantel and custom cabinetry, as well as a dry-
stacked stone fireplace and heavy timber columns and
beams, helped reach the desired effect. Half of the
basement sports a game room, living area and bar, with
access to the future addition and patio; the other half
features a kids’ study and soundproof theater.
The Judges Liked: The excellent representation of the
client’s wishes for Colorado-inspired lodge elements.
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Contractor: CHC Creative RemodelingBest Basement
FinishUNDER $250,000
The Goal: To naturally extend the home in an elegant,
comfortable manner.
The Challenge: Camouflaging support columns, duct
work and pipes with trim details.
The Result: This entire basement includes a full kitchen,
drawing room, gym, private office, full bath and game
parlor. Inspired by trips to Europe, the homeowners
modeled it after underground lairs of the elite. Details
include exquisite ceiling trim, a hidden television behind
a Monet replica, a player piano at the bottom of the
stairs wired for surround sound, custom niche for an
inherited mahogany desk and art gallery hallway.
The Judges Liked: The attention to detail in the
millwork, built-ins and custom design work.
Contractor: Borger ConstructionArchitect: Dan Wessel Design
Interior Designer: Alan Karlin Design
Best BasementFinish
over $250,000
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The Goal: To create functional outdoor living spaces,
add a barn for storage and livestock needs, and create a
link to the detached three-car garage, all while keeping
exterior materials and millwork details pure and simple.
The Challenge: Ensuring that the series of additions
would mesh with the existing home and utilizing all
available space properly.
The Result: Stone courtyard walls decorate the north
entrance, considered the formal grand entryway, as a
new enclosed passageway (the east utility wing addition)
connects the three-car garage with the rest of the home.
Cozy, well-protected porticos make it easy to watch the
horses, shelter arriving guests and enjoy the outdoors.
The Judges Liked: The multidimensional footprint of
the weathered wood exterior and how it provides
intimate spaces.
The Goal: To give an “earthy but crisp” personality to a
“shell” of a space that is the activity center of the home.
The Challenge: Fulfilling entertaining needs in a room
that was too bland and cavernous.
The Result: Heavy, hand-hewn beam trusses celebrate
the room’s height while bringing it down to a more
intimate level. A new stacked-stone fireplace divides the
longest wall, and a complementary U-shaped wet bar
with custom-made glass stones backlit with color-
changing fiber-optics gives the room the crisp design
feature it desperately needed. At the gabled end of the
room, patio windows and a door preserve views of the
yard and access to a three-season deck.
The Judges Liked: The detail in the finishes, such as the
faux walls, stone work and added lighting.
Best Project:hearth room
Contractor: CHC Creative Remodeling
Contractor/Designer: HarenLaughlin Construction Architect: Wendlandt & Stallbaumer
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Best ExteriorFinish
The Goal: To include more desired, functional living
space, especially on the first floor.
The Challenge: Creating views from within to the
outdoors and maintaining daylight.
The Result: After being completed within phases, the
end result offers rustic elegance in a cozy, functional
rural farmhouse. A new alcove hall, butler’s pantry,
and renovated kitchen, den and master bedroom all
enjoy views out to an exterior courtyard, featuring an
outdoor shower and water fountain. Expanding the first
floor created a larger living space, along with a
utility wing, doggie room and sunroom.
The Judges Liked: The daylighting, attention to
indoor/outdoor living and the room-to-room transitions.
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Contractor/Designer: HarenLaughlin ConstructionArchitect: Wendlandt & Stallbaumer
Best WholeHouse Remodel
$200,000-$500,000
The Goal: To meet the family’s growing needs in a
contemporary fashion.
The Challenge: Adding a second story to the split-level
home and incorporating already-purchased materials.
The Result: This whole-home remodel included a new
front porch and canopies with exposed timber and stone
pillars as well as a raised roof, a second-floor addition
with two children’s bedrooms and loft, a stair tower for
access to the new floor and all new windows. The raised
kitchen area was enlarged and easily flows into the
dining room and adjoining hearth room, while the new
backyard includes a pool, hot tub, shower, kitchen, TV,
heaters and fireplace.
The Judges Liked: The well-executed and simple
spaces, along with the use of colors and finishes.
Contractor: Huston HomesArchitect: Treanor Architects
Interior Designer: Lisa Schmitz Interior Design
Best WholeHouse Remodel
$500,000-$750,000
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The Goal: To update and open up the space to better suit
the owners’ contemporary taste.
The Challenge: Working long-distance with a San
Francisco-based architect and expanding the master suite
by sacrificing the hall guest bath.
The Result: A new skylight and glass elements invite
natural sunlight into this space. Plumbing was reworked
and holes were drilled into both the floor and ceiling to
accommodate the skylight and new jet tub, while an
elevated vanity allows views of the continuous tile
border along the floor. The new bathroom is topped off
with a crystal glass light fixture, glass-beaded wallpaper,
and his-and-her sinks.
The Judges Liked: The glamorous finishes as well as the
repeated design elements.
Best BathRemodel
Contractor: Lyon Construction + DesignInterior Designer: Jill Tran Interior Design
The Goal: To bring the tropical charm of the Virgin Islands
to this outdated and boxy Midwestern kitchen.
The Challenge: Ridding the kitchen of areas confined by
doorways and walls, which were supporting a significant
percentage of the roof’s weight.
The Result: A new structural beam not only opened
up the floor plan but also enabled the removal of walls
that secluded each space. Skylights were installed,
allowing natural light to flood the kitchen, and backsplash
tiles resemble the blue waters of the Caribbean. To
match, aqua blue pendants and Volga blue granite
counters decorate the island. Brazilian flooring was
installed in the kitchen, stairwell and loft as well as a
custom-built bench seat that overlooks the living room.
The Judges Liked: The tile backsplash with hidden
outlets incorporated.
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Best KitchenRemodel
$40,000-$70,000
The Goal: To modernize this farmhouse kitchen while
incorporating accessible elements that will assist the
owners in the future when they retire.
The Challenge: Solving the structural errors and tailoring
the new kitchen design to meet the family’s needs.
The Result: With the culinary-loving homeowner in
mind, the kitchen was remodeled to accommodate two
chefs and is equipped with full-extension drawers, a
pullout trashcan, sufficient work surfaces and accessible
storage. A counter was installed with an elevated bar top,
allowing for extra prep and dining space on the island.
The wooden hood over the range is a focal point of the
new kitchen, especially with an iron fireplace cover
uniquely incorporated into the backsplash.
The Judges Liked: The cabinetry finishes, granite and
wood countertops, and the abundance of storage space.
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Kitchen Designer: Kitchen Design GalleryBest Kitchen
Remodel$70,000-$120,000
The Goal: To maximize the amount of natural light and
improve traffic flow.
The Challenge: Transforming unused rooms to create
well-defined spaces and relocate the powder room door
to a less-visible location.
The Result: The homeowners requested that the
traditional style of the home be maintained, so column
details were added to cabinets and door trim, and a built-
in refrigerator armoire was subtly tucked between the
sandwich prep area and wine bar. In addition to the
fridge, an antique armoire was transformed into a coffee
bar. Vaulted ceilings add visual appeal, and expanded
doorways open up the floor plan.
The Judges Liked: The openness of the new space and
the surface finishes.
Kitchen Designer: Regarding Kitchens
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The Goal: To incorporate a 21st-century kitchen/living/
dining area into the total restoration of a 1950s ranch.
The Challenge: Transforming a confined main level into
one that boasts modern luxuries and an efficient layout.
The Result: The previously cramped kitchen was opened
up after removing a wall that separated the kitchen and
dining room. There, a bar doubles as a service platform.
An entry foyer was created, and a soft, colorful stone
backsplash ties together the remodeled living and
kitchen spaces, while cabinetry and countertops were
expanded for storage and tabletop space.
The Judges Liked: The functionality of the new kitchen
and the maximization of space.
Best Project:main-floorrenovation
Contractor: Heinen ConstructionArchitect: Architeam
Interior Design: Creative Consultingfor Outdoor Spaces
The Goal: To repair water damage caused by the home’s
inadequate watershed system and take advantage of the
existing screened-in porch space.
The Challenge: Fixing outdoor structural problems and
wood rot on the enclosed porch.
The Result: To solve the water drainage problems, a
custom tapered roofing insulation and copper guttering
around the porch enclosure was installed. A new tinted-
concrete curb with decorative stamps replaced all
damaged material, and a revamped stairway leads to the
pool area. The enlarged screened-in porch now contains
a grill and seating area. Cedar pergolas frame the south
exposure doors and windows, blending together all of
the elements that are found on the home’s exterior.
The Judges Liked: How the porch gives dimension to
the home and helps break up the visual texture of
the brick.
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Best ExteriorFINISH
The Goal: To take advantage of views of the lake and to
increase space that’s more outstanding without being
pretentious.
The Challenge: Renovating the home within a
reasonable budget, which meant weighing the cost and
value of every decision.
The Result: The new living room with vaulted ceiling
extends beyond the exterior of the house, creating a
canopy for the wrap-around deck. A new first-floor
recreation room with a bar gives the family additional
living space. Bringing full circle the cozy, livable
atmosphere in the home, wood and stone materials were
used in a simple yet contemporary manner.
The Judges Liked: The visionary transformation and use
of windows to maximize views.
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Interior Designer: Julie Miles
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MMost of the time we love our homes, but there are
times when we wish it were easier to maneuver
around them. So what’s a homeowner to do? A few
local architects, builders and designers have created
solutions to a number of unique and common
issues. By incorporating smart built-ins, they are
adding convenience — and a wow factor — to their
clients’ homes.
Groceries That Nearly PutThemselves AwayChad Buck, owner of C&M Builders, was inspired
after watching his mother struggle to get groceries
from her car to the pantry. “I thought, ‘Wouldn’t it be
cool to have an opening from the garage right into the
house?’” Buck says. So that’s what C&M Builders
Homeowners consider unique design features for added convenience and organization.
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Built-Ins Make Homes Better
designed. In each of their homes, a large walk-in
pantry shares one wall with the garage. A 2’ x 2’ door
connects the two spaces and has its own doorknob,
deadbolt and sometimes even a dog door. “It’s all
about the convenience of getting in and out of the
house and the ergonomics of not having to bend and
navigate through two or three sets of doors or flights
of stairs with large packages,” Buck says.
Taking It to the Next LevelAs more homeowners opt to stay in their homes
longer, they’re finding that simple design elements
such as stairs can be a challenge. “Residential
elevators make it easier,” explains Bruce Wendlandt,
principal architect at Wendlandt & Stallbaumer
Architecture. “They make it easier for people who’ve
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found themselves in a wheelchair, or
sometimes it’s simply for people who like
to rotate their wardrobes each season and
want to make it easier to move from floor
to floor.”
Homeowners can customize them to
fit their needs by choosing the number
of stops, exit-door location, width of
the cab and interior decor. “We do three
types of elevator designs,” Wendlandt
explains. “Sometimes it’s an immediate
requirement, so we design it into a new
home from the beginning. With other new-
construction homes, the homeowners are
anticipating installing an elevator at a
future date, so we do floor-to-floor space
planning. And sometimes the elevators are
retrofit to go into existing homes.”
Elevators require a vertical space that
stacks up from floor to floor and additional
space above __ approximately 30 inches__ for cables and other mechanics. In
new-home construction, this space is often
turned into closets until the homeowners
are ready to install the elevator. In existing
homes, removing closets or stealing a
few feet from a bedroom, can create the
necessary space.
Dog- and Kid-Friendly DesignMany times it’s not until after owners
have lived in their homes for a while that
they start to formulate ways to make it
better. “A lot of times, it comes out during
the remodel design phase,” says Debby
Allmon, vice president and designer for
Schloegel Design Remodel. “Homeowners
tell us what they’d love to have in
their homes and we think of ways to
incorporate it.”
This was the case with one Kansas City
kitchen remodel. One of Allmon’s clients
had a dog that liked to lie in the kitchen,
so when cooking or entertaining, the
homeowners had to navigate around it.
During the remodel, Allmon and her team
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turned unused space in the cabinetry into
a kennel. “It’s made out of the same
cabinetry material as the other kitchen
cabinets, features a crossbar design similar
to a wine rack, and we designed a latch so
the homeowners could shut the door when
they wanted,” she describes.
One thing that both pets and children
have in common is their need for storage
space. Toys, bags and paperwork take up a
lot of space, especially by the door. In an
effort to make getting out of the house
easier, Summit Custom Homes adds a
bench to each home it designs. Between
the garage door and the kitchen, the bench
offers a place to sit, storage in the form of
shelves or open cabinets, and hooks to
hang coats, bags and other essentials.
“Most of our homes are for growing
families,” says Lizzi Hartzell, director of
marketing and homeowner care. “Everyone
loves the mud bench. It’s great for families
who need a place to put things — they
want to be able to hang that book bag right
by the door.”
Convenience CountsOther popular built-in ideas include
C&M’s modern take on a laundry chute.
For homes with the laundry room and
master bedroom on the same level, C&M
includes a laundry pass-through, which
saves homeowners from carrying dirty
clothes down the hallway. Schloegel
Design Remodel has designed a built-in
desk under stairs that serves as a mini
home office and a banquette bench seat
that opens for out-of-sight storage.
Summit Custom Homes also has
embraced the theme of hidden storage
with trash receptacles built into kitchen
cabinetry.
“In this housing market, it’s the little
things that win people over,” Buck says.
“People are willing to pay for something
that makes sense and adds convenience to
their lives.”
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The biggest trend in home design is not what’s in your home but out your backdoor. We cover the gamut from high-end outdoor living rooms to old-schoolstyle vegetable patches (plus how to preserve your homegrown goods).Find out what you'll need for both in this section.
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their soft clean lines, ample seating and
cool, sophisticated colors. Accessories
in punchy colors such as lime green and
orange from Z Gallerie helped us further
define the room’s contemporary edge.
While an outdoor living space should
be an extension of a home’s interior,
it also should have plantings to blend
with the natural environment. Rosehill
Gardens took our color and style cues
by bringing in palms (Adonidia and
Areca) as well as Cordyline ‘Xerox’ and
Hibiscus ‘Snow Queen.’
Another of nature’s elements __ fire__ plays an important role in the
Midwest, where temperatures often
necessitate its need. Maverick
Landscaping built the low-profile
firetable at the center of our vignette
using stone, a natural fit for an outdoor
setting, from Sturgis Materials. Easily
ignited by gas, this particular piece’s
flames dance in a straight line for a
mesmerizing effect.
Be sure to visit the Arboretum for
more great gardening ideas and the
Farmstead for a taste of the country
life. And don’t forget to get your tickets
to next year’s Stems event, an evening
of wine, food, music and fireworks.
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utdoor living is a trend
that shows no sign of
fading any time soon.
That’s why, for the third
year in a row, KCH&G has coordinated
a vignette at the Overland Park
Arboretum & Botanical Gardens for the
fundraiser Stems: A Garden Soiree.
With the help of our local business
partners, we created a contemporary
version of this popular “room” that’s
being added to many homes on a grassy
knoll of the Arboretum’s grounds for
the one-night event. Although our
contribution was only temporary, the
event overall has raised hundreds of
thousands of dollars to benefit
community sites like the Arboretum
and Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead.
Forging the “walls” of our outdoor
living room was a cedar pergola built
by Douglas Homes Construction with
materials donated by Schutte Lumber.
Cedar is a natural, durable wood species
perfect for a classy setting __ and it
doesn’t require any maintenance. Just
let it weather into a grayish tone, or
you could stain it to seal its rich terra
cotta color.
Seasonal Concepts lent us the curved
sofas and egg chair. We chose the
Gloster and Kingsley-Bate lines for
P H O T O S B Y M A T T K O C O U R E K
Sun or shade, water or fire, relaxed or readyto party, outdoor living spaces bridge the
gap between indoors and out.
KCH&G’s Fine Outdoor Living Spaceshows how it’s done.
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FFar from being a primitive idea, growing food is a
contemporary concept that is catching on with
people who recognize that food is intrinsically tied
to their health, wealth and pursuit of happiness.
Proponents of the fresh-food movement point to how
growing your own food can cultivate new ideas about
how we are, in fact, what we eat.
With more than 30 farmers markets in the area __
a third of them forming in just the last couple of years__ the organic movement is not just a fickle trend
that’s starting to gain traction but a conscious lifestyle
change demonstrating its staying power. While
Instead of maintaining grass that doesn’t do more than look nice,reap more than you sow with your own vegetable patch.
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Soil and Soul
crowds flock to farmers markets on weekends and
a number of restaurants tout “farm-to-table” food,
your trek for tonight’s dinner could be just outside
your door. While there are both environmental and
economic reasons behind the organic movement,
debunking myths has been critical to educating
people about the benefits of growing their own food.
One misconception is that “organic” is synonymous
with “expensive.” A packet of seeds and some water
is all it takes to get started. Since you control how big__ or modest __ your garden grows, many growers
tend to be more mindful of food consumption and
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waste in order to control costs. Another
misconception is the notion that gardening
is labor-intensive and time-consuming.
“Edible landscaping is vast, from low-
maintenance, inexpensive perennial
plantings including berries and culinary
or medicinal herbs to intensive annual
vegetable production,” says Troy Karlin,
owner of All-N-1 Landscape, which
provides edible and permaculture
landscaping services. For those who
want the best of both worlds, Karlin
recommends a small perennial plant guild
with fruit trees, berries, herbs and a
keyhole vegetable garden with plenty of
mulch and drip irrigation. For those who
want a modest approach, planting an herb
garden in a container on your windowsill
or using hanging baskets to grow food are
easy ways to get started. Like many things,
it’s all about location and ensuring you
select a spot with optimal sun exposure.
If you’re not sure which fruits and
vegetables to plant, experts say tomatoes,
cucumbers, peppers, squash, sweet potatoes
and strawberries are all good options to
grow locally. “For greens, kale or Swiss
chard grow all season and don’t take up
too much space,” says Katherine Kelly,
executive director of Cultivate Kansas
City. Kelly supports a trial-and-error
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and don’t take uptoo much space.”
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approach and encourages people to
simply grow what they like. “Grow what’s
fun, what you like to eat, and if it doesn’t
work this year, try again next year. That’s
part of what is so fun about growing your
own food.”
Those new to the green movement
have plenty of local resources to get
started. Cultivate Kansas City (formerly
the Kansas City Center for Urban
Agriculture), Food Not Lawns Kansas
City and Growing Growers are among a
number of local organizations educating
the public on ecological responsibility and
innovative ways to recognize the prolific
potential in their backyard. One prominent
event is the Urban Farms and Gardens
Tour, a biennial affair that celebrates
growing and eating fresh food. This year’s
event featured 38 stops and was expected
to attract more than 3,500 people to the
various workshops and sessions on how to
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grow food. “The goal is to get people
excited and educated to ‘get their grow on,’
and apply what they learn to their lives,”
says Ami Freeberg, program assistant with
Cultivate Kansas City. “Growing your own
food is [about] adjusting your thinking
about eating, and everyone can participate
in this movement.”
The health benefits of growing your
own food are also well-documented. A
recent study published in the Journal of
the American Dietetic Association found
that preschool children who were
frequently served homegrown produce
were twice as likely to eat the
recommended five servings of fruits and
vegetables a day than kids who rarely
or never ate homegrown produce.
Homegrown fruits and vegetables have
essential vitamins for a healthy diet
because they’re pesticide-free and have no
artificial preservatives or other harmful
chemicals that are often used on foods
from larger commercial farms. That can
make a big difference for your taste buds.
“People are realizing [food] just tastes
better,” says Freeberg, who is among many
who point to the enhanced flavor, color
and texture of fresh food.
Additionally, organic proponents say
not to discount the personally rewarding
and therapeutic effects of gardening. “It’s
a way to connect with people around us,
get our hands dirty, grow good food and
give something back,” Freeberg says. In
addition to reconnecting with nature and
enjoying fresh air and some exercise,
gardening can provide a sense of
accomplishment. Whether you make
tending to your home garden a family
routine or a specific activity you enjoy on
your own, the simple satisfaction for
providing food for your family in the most
literal way possible is enough reason for
some to cultivate both soil and soul …one
seed at a time.
LIFESTYLE growing food
Economic woes also have played a role in boosting
the practice.
“People are cooking more at home to save money
and are turning to comfort foods, what they grew up
with or what their grandma used to make,” says Matt
Chatfield, executive chef at the Culinary Center of
Kansas City.
Whether done for nostalgic reasons, to save money
or just for the fun of it, canning is a skill that requires
training and practice. In canning, the jars and their
contents are processed, or preserved, by controlling
time and temperature in order to kill bacteria and
create a pressurized seal.
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WWhy buy a can of run-of-the-mill pasta sauce at the
store when you can make your own and have a taste
fresh from the garden any time of the year? Many
homeowners are choosing to grow their own fruits
and vegetables or purchase them at a local farmers
market to preserve them as sauces, salsas, jams,
jellies and other delicious foods for enjoyment in any
season. Food preservation techniques such as canning
have increased in popularity in recent years.
“Canning is a great way to enjoy the best of
your garden during the winter months, and it is
a way to control the nutrition and quality of food,”
says Nichole Burnett, Family and Consumer Sciences
agent at K-State Research and Extension.
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“You need to follow guidelines and
have the right equipment, and know
what you can __ and can’t __ can,”
Chatfield says.
Beyond basic food preparation such as
chopping and dicing, canning requires
knowledge of the different methods
(boiling-water canning or pressure canning,
for example) and how and when to use
salts and acids. Both Chatfield and Burnett
recommend taking a hands-on class to
learn the basic terminology, equipment
and techniques.
“The first few times that you try canning,
it can be challenging and frustrating.
When you watch an instructor do it and
they watch you, you will build confidence
to do it on your own,” Burnett says. “I’ve
only been canning for seven years, and it’s
a continuous learning experience.”
When it comes to equipment, you’ll
need special tools.
“For water canning, you will need a
canning pot __ it is metal, large in
diameter and comes with a wire jar rack to
lower jars into the water. Also, a magnetic
lid lifter is good to have to lift lids into
place,” Chatfield recommends.
Once you’ve got the knowledge, canning
can be fun, experimental and different
each year.
“Using our garden, we can make things
that taste better than what I can buy at the
store,” Burnett says. “We’ve made ketchup,
sweet pickle relish and orange marmalade.
It might be a long process, but it is well
worth it and much healthier, and my kids
enjoy it.”
Homemade canned foods also make
great gifts.
“A lot of gifts are impersonal, but a
homemade sauce, jam or jelly is fun to
give away and share with family and
friends. They know you put time into it,”
Chatfield says.
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Tips & TricksRecipes: All recipes that you use in
canning should be recent and come from a
credible source, Burnett says. “I don’t
recommend recipes that were written or
published before 1990, unless it is a
pickling recipe because that process hasn’t
changed. Processing times have changed
for jellies, jams, salsas and spaghetti
sauces, so use a newer recipe. If you have
an old family recipe, find a similar new
one to compare it to.”
Labels: As you get into canning,
experiment with different recipes for
different things. Chatfield suggests doing
micro-batches of three to six jars and
taking good notes. “Label your jars so
you know which recipe you did and what
you put in that batch. Sauces taste a lot
different when cool than hot, so when you
taste at a later date, make some notes
about what you like.”
Tomatoes: Tomatoes are used in many
canning recipes, and the best kinds for
canning are a good Roma or plum-style
tomato, Chatfield says. “Slicing tomatoes
are great for eating but not the best for
canning. Tomatoes that don’t have as
many seeds and as much juice in the
center are better because they have less
water and will make heartier sauces.”
Learn Moreo n l i n e
National Center forHome Food Preservation
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WATERMELON SALAD:
1 small organic watermelon, seedless, small dice¼ oz. fresh mint, chopped1 medium onion, fine dicefeta cheese crumblesbalsamic vinaigrettesalt and pepper to taste
1. Combine watermelon, mint, onion, salt and pepper in a bowl and mixall ingredients well. Drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette and top with feta cheese.
The Recipes
PAN-SEARED SEA BASS:
4 8-oz. portions1 lime1 lemon1 orange
1. Squeeze the juice of 1 of each: lime, lemon and orange.2. Season fish with salt and white pepper. Sear skin-side down in a hot sauté pan
with melted butter and olive oil. Depending on the thickness of the fish,2-3 minutes on each side.
Despite the 100-degree weather, we packed a full house
into Kitchen Studio: Kansas City for KCH&G’s July
Cooking School. Executive Chef/General Manager Laurie
Haney prepared a fresh four-course menu — with farmers
market finds — and shared some of her best foodie tips. In
between courses, Somerset Ridge tastefully described
wine pairings for the night — there’s nothing better than a
few refreshing glasses of wine to beat the heat.
Kitchen Studio: Kansas City’s working kitchen sportsSub-Zero/Wolf appliances with a contemporary Asian feel.
Watermelon Salad
Pan-Seared Sea Bass
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WHOLE-ROASTED BEEF TENDERLOIN:(Tip: This marinade works great with pork, too.)
1 whole tenderloin, cleaned of chain and silver skin1 8-oz. container whole-grain mustard1 cup brown sugar
1. Combine sugar and mustard in a bowl, mix well.2. Pour mixture over tenderloin and marinate for 4-6 hours
or overnight.3. In a large sauté pan with butter/olive oil, sear tenderloin
on all sides. After it has caramelized, transfer to a roastingpan and roast for approximately 15 minutes at 400 degrees.
4. Remove tenderloin and let rest for at least 10-15 minutes.Slice thinly and serve.
CHAMPAGNE SAUCE:(drizzled over spinach and sea bass)serves 6-8
2 cups champagne3 cups heavy cream1 large shallot, roughly chopped½ cup cold butter, cubed
1. Reduce the champagne and shallot to half. Add heavy creamand reduce to half. Pour the cream champagne mixture in a food processor. (Be careful!)
2. Set the processor to puree and add the cubed butterone at a time. This will thicken the sauce.
3. After the butter is well-blended, strain through a finemesh strainer or chinoise.
4. Season sauce with salt and pepper and serve with sea bass.
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Right... Somerset’s Kelley Bates with Rumors’ Dan Sowders andJeremy Stienke, Somerset’s Raffie Anderson, Chef Laurie Haney, KCH&G’sBrooke Pearl, Kitchen Studio’s Katie Ott and KCH&G’s Lisa Bowman
Beef tenderloin with fresh green beans and new potatoestopped with cabernet sauce.
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GREEN BEANS WITH BALSAMIC VINEGAR,FRESH DICED TOMATOES AND TOASTED WALNUTS:
1 lb. fresh green beans2 summer tomatoes½ cup toasted walnuts, chopped¼ cup balsamic vinegarsalt and pepper to taste
1. Clean and trim beans. Blanch beans for 1 minute and shock in an ice bath.2. In a large pan with butter and olive oil, sauté beans.3. Once beans are al dente, add a fresh diced summer tomato. Add walnuts
and season with salt and pepper.4. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and serve!
CHOCOLATE CROISSANT BREAD PUDDING:
12 croissants, cubed1 ½ qts. half and half12 egg yolks12 oz. chocolate (Use whatever you like. If using whole chocolate,chop in chunks for melting.)½ cup sugar (use 1 cup sugar if using unsweetened chocolate)
1. Toast the cubed croissants in the oven for 10 minutes to dry.2. In a large stainless steel bowl, add egg yolks and set aside.3. In a large stainless steel sauce pan, add half and half, sugar and vanilla.
Add chocolate to the mixture and melt. Do not boil! Bring it just up to a boiland remove from heat. Make sure the chocolate is melted and smooth.
4. Temper the cream and eggs. With a ladle, slowly puree the cream mixtureinto the egg yolks, whisking vigorously. Add about 8 oz. of cream and thenpour back into the sauce pan.
5. Add the custard to the croissants in two 9x13 pans. Bake in the oven at300 degrees in a water bath, covered for 40-45 minutes.
1. Riesling __ The first Riesling ever made in the
state of Kansas! At about 1 percent residual sugar,
this is a wine everyone can agree on. Made from
100-percent estate-grown Riesling grapes
from Kansas. Pair with watermelon salad
2. Chardonel __ Rich like its parent grape,
Chardonnay, but with terrific upfront fruit and a crisp,
tangy finish of pears and green apples.
Pair with sea bass
3. Flyboy Red __ A soft, fruit-forward blend of
premium red grapes. Great for Merlot and Pinot Noir
lovers. Made in honor of the late Lt. Col. Arch Tucker,
a longtime “Vice President of Tasting” and one of the
first jet fighter pilots in the U.S. Air Force. Pair with
beef tenderloin
4. Ambrosia __ Late-harvest white dessert wine.
Made from very ripe Traminette grapes. Pair with
bread pudding
5. Ruby Port __ A traditional Port-style red dessert
wine fortified with brandy. Bold and fabulous. Gold
medal winner and Jefferson Cup “Great Wine” award
winner. Pair with bread pudding
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UUnchecked stress can take a damaging toll on health;
that much is common knowledge. According to the
American Psychological Assocation and the National
Institutes of Health, the benefits of keeping mental
strain under control range from a strengthened
immune system to improved cardiovascular health,
and that’s just for daily living. Factor in illness or
major life changes, and the need to help the brain
cope becomes even more essential. The answer for
an increasing number of Americans? Therapy, and
sometimes in nontraditional formats.
Four local and national experts gave their opinions
on how different types of outlets __ ranging from
art to music to shopping __ can affect those facing
difficult times. Their consensus: we can all benefit
Forget talking out your problems __ try a more interactive approach to healing.
Story by Jill Hilbrenner Photos courtesy of Art & Insight
| Dreamy or dark, art helps those in therapy find an outlet for relieving stress. |
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No Recliner Necessaryfrom unconventional therapy, whether the source of
strain is divorce, chronic hospital visits or just the
weight of the daily grind.
Art TherapyArt therapists believe that creative expression can
help unlock self-awareness, resolve conflicts, lead to
personal insight and reduce stress. “Art-making
bypasses the verbal processes of the brain, which
sometimes filter what we are really thinking and
feeling,” says Libby Schmanke, a licensed art
therapist at Art & Insight in Lawrence. “Clients are
able to communicate through art in a way that is
sometimes deeply moving yet feels safer than talking.”
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Schmanke says clients can opt for a
process that’s almost entirely nonverbal.
Some keep “visual journals” between
sessions and discuss them later. But
whatever type of arrangement works best
for clients, artistic talent doesn’t matter.
“Some art therapists believe it can be
more difficult to work with a ‘good
artist’ who’s caught up in creating the
perfect piece,” she says. “In art therapy,
the process of creating and reflecting on
the art is usually more important than
the product.”
Joan Phillips, Oklahoma-based president
of the American Art Therapy Association,
sees art therapy help grieving families,
abused children and many other types of
clients. “I see some veterans of the Iraq
and Afghanistan situation who use art
to depict the depression or anxiety that
their deployment has created in them,”
she explains. “Some think art therapy
is just for children because they have not
lost their faith in art yet, but most adults
can be brought back to an understanding
of how expression heals.”
LIFESTYLE therapy
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“In art therapy,the process ofcreating andreflecting on
the art is usuallymore important
than the product.”
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Music TherapyEverything from songwriting to instrument
experimentation to relaxation training
can be part of music therapy, explains
Liesel Stephens, a music therapist for
Children’s Mercy Hospitals and Clinics.
At Children’s Mercy, three full-time board-
certified therapists log more than 800
client interactions each month. Stephens
notes benefits of pain management,
improved mood and increased self-
expression, just to name a few.
“Because music is a familiar and
nonthreatening medium to most people,
unique outcomes are possible,” Stephens
says. “We see successes each day.
Sometimes it’s a parent saying, ‘That’s the
first time [the child] has smiled all week!’
in response to a music-therapy session.
Sometimes it’s a patient being able to
perform rehabilitation exercises longer or
more precisely because of the rhythmic
cue the music provides.”
Music therapy can be exceptionally
helpful for those dealing with medical
procedures or treatment, Stephens notes.
“During procedures, a patient might report
feeling less pain because he or she is
listening to or playing music,” she says.
“Recently, a patient claimed he was so
relaxed that he ‘could just fall asleep’ as an
invasive procedure was about to start, after
listening to preferred music played by the
music therapist.”
Retail TherapyCasual shoppers might be quick to toss
around the term “retail therapy” when it
comes to snapping up deals after a bad
day. But it seems possible to receive
tangible health benefits from shopping,
according to researchers who published a
study in the Journal of Epidemiology and
Public Health this spring. The findings
suggest that elderly people who shop on a
LIFESTYLE therapy
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daily basis tend to live longer than their
peers who hit the stores less often.
Increased walking and community time
seem to link to retail therapy’s offer of
improved well-being.
The cancer survivorship organization
Back in the Swing has instilled retail
therapy with additional benefits, such
as supporting health-outreach groups
and defining a sense of purpose. After
successfully being treated for breast
cancer, the group’s founder, Barbara
Unell, found herself wondering what was
next. Unell __ unsure of what to eat, how
to exercise, how to strengthen her immune
system and even how to re-enter her
normal routine __ founded the local
nonprofit group dedicated to wellness,
treatment and survivorship.
Since 2000, Unell has developed a
retail-therapy program that now has
hundreds of businesses and individuals
alike who support breast-cancer programs
and outreach through shopping incentives,
Back in the Swing parties and, coming
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wellness tips. These events raise money
for survivorship research, oncology-nurse
training and local media campaigns to
educate survivors and their friends
and family. Besides stress relief and
socialization, Unell wants retail therapy
to add to the conversation of recovery
by supporting reachable mile markers to
improve one’s lifestyle.
“The overarching challenge is to gain a
sense of control over the situation,” Unell
says, pointing out that retail therapy is
beneficial for those at any difficult
juncture. “Our mission is to acknowledge
that __ to address the data that shows that
when you have a plan to move forward,
whether it’s after an illness, divorce, loss
or job change, it’s about starting with
yourself and starting with goals.”
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t’s definitely party central at this Porto Cima residence,
with three full floors totaling 3,710 square feet of
outdoor living space.
Built by Premier Lake Properties with renovation
design from Sid Stanton Design, the remodel of this
5,360-square-foot home is a project that began one-
and-a-half years ago and continuously evolves per the
owner’s request. “The homeowner wanted something
unique, something that hasn’t been seen at the Lake yet,”
says Dennis Hansen, broker/agent for Premier Lake
Properties. “The biggest change we see in the real estate
market is the request for outdoor living space.”
Here’s what this home has to offer: The upper deck
houses a hot tub, bar and grill with granite countertops,
ice maker and seating area; the middle-floor deck has
covered outdoor seating areas with a quiet conversation
zone; the lower level features a full gourmet outdoor
kitchen — completely independent from the home with
its own HVAC and electrical systems — soon to be
enclosed by a bi-parting glass door system, keeping it
insulated and temperature-controlled when desired. It
features stainless steel cabinets, a commercial ice
maker, ceramic grill and smoker. Just steps from this
gourmet space, everyone finds enjoyment in the walk-up
bar and heated sports pool with a 23-foot infinity-edge
waterfall, LED lighting, three fire fly fountains and sun
deck. A jetted spa features a natural stone waterfall that
cascades into the pool. And then there’s the boat dock.
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That’s how it is at the Lake, especially when youroutdoor living area looks like this one.
Opposite... It’s quite a remarkable view for boaters when they pass by Parsons’ Party Cove.
Top... Overlooking the pool’s infinity edge, you see the arched bridge,
with sturdy decorative rod iron railings, which leads to a gazebo
with teak wood bench seating, kitchen and boats.
Left... The soon-to-be enclosed kitchen on the lower level features vibrant colors,
top-of-the-line appliances and an old-school popcorn machine.
Right... The covered deck on the middle floor houses comfy wicker furniture
with pops of color, which are conversation pieces on their own.
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A lighted, arched bridge leads to a covered gazebo
landing on the spacious dock, with another kitchen, bar
seating for 12, planned upper-roof sun deck, waterslide
and room for all the toys: a 40-foot pontoon boat, jet
boat, bass boat, performance boat and four personal
watercrafts, all sheltered by a stylish copper roof. Each
slip has its own service zone for cleaning, provided by a
large commercial central wet/dry vacuum system, along
with a commercial central power-washer system.
Controlling everything from the kitchen to the landscape
lighting is a complete home automation package that
incorporates a night mode.
Looking back from the dock at the arched waterfall is
an Arizona sandstone image of a rising sun. “When the
stone is wet, it’s the most vibrant and bright stonework
I’ve ever seen,” Hansen adds.
The homeowner, and Illinois resident, originally picked
the lot because of its “million-dollar view,” but it’s safe to
say the view isn’t the only eye-catching aspect of this
waterfront property anymore. “The homeowner wanted
an outdoor living space for entertaining all age groups;
it comfortably housed more than 100 guests at a recent
holiday party,” Hansen notes. “This is like a resort.” And
that’s exactly how the homeowner refers to it.
Above... The home is wrapped in Rio de Janeiro-
style colors (all custom-made) and concrete
floors with stamped decorative overlay.
A spiral staircase provides access to all levels.
Right... The waterfall connects the hot tub
with the pool, featuring submerged benches
and a wading deck shown here.
Opposite... The house at night, with its
automation package and owner-designated
operational modes, is something neighbors
can see and hear for miles around.
Opposite Insets... The attention to detail in
furnishings, design and landscape is what
makes this project so distinctive.
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he metallic ringing of bells at the arcade.
The thud and roll of the wooden ball trying
to find a honey groove on skee-ball. The
sweet taste of homemade fudge. Tart and
cool fresh-squeezed lemonade. Multicolored
T-shirts plastered on windows of souvenir
shops. A massive excursion boat floating by
on the calm, glistening water, passengers
waving in the sunshine.
Once upon a time, a trip to the Lake of the
Ozarks wasn’t complete without visiting the
historic Bagnell Dam Strip. The tourist
epicenter was a slow entrance to the Lake as
car after car crawled across the Strip, although
it was fitting vacation opener: official notice
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T that it was time to relax. Roll the windows
down, and the sights and sounds and crowds on
the sidewalk let you know you had arrived.
But once the river bridge opened up to
allow Highway 54 to bypass the Strip, things
changed.
Jeff Carroll moved to the Lake of the
Ozarks 28 years ago. At that time, he owned
and operated Edgewater Beach Resort on the
Strip. Today, as president of the Bagnell Dam
Strip Association (BDSA) and a board
member for the Lake of the Ozarks Chamber
of Commerce, Carroll is one of many local
business people ready for the area to make a
comeback.
“The Strip was busy, the hub of activity,”
Carroll says about his early years at the Lake.
He notes that many of the same types of
businesses remain, but the number of people
simply doesn’t. He’s hoping that new road
changes will bring a reversal of fortune.
Crews from the Missouri Department of
Transportation are at work on a Horseshoe
Bend Parkway extension (to be named Route
242) that will stretch two miles and provide
two new access points to the Strip.
“It’ll open up 1,200 to 1,500 acres of
land for future development in that area,”
Carroll says.
The highway expansion leaves BDSA
optimistic about the potential, but the current
economic climate and recent economic
history leaves the group cautious in touting
the hoped-for impact. About five years
ago, the BDSA was a vocal group at the
Lake, excited about letters of intent from
developers and showing off plans.
“The association was good for the first
couple of years,” Carroll says. But, like other
areas across the country, development came
to a standstill when the economy faltered.
“Large property development is hard to come
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by now,” Carroll says. “We’ve switched our
focus to smaller, individual properties.”
Jeff Segin, director of client relations for
McClure Engineering Company, the firm
who conducted preliminary work for the
Strip redevelopment four years ago, says that
interest is on hold but still alive.
“We talk on a regular basis to key
investors who still have a great interest in
redevelopment of the Strip,” Segin says.
Best-case scenario, according to Segin,
is for a large-scale project to serve as a
catalyst, warranting a TIF that would fund
necessary infrastructure (water, sewer,
street-scaping) throughout the corridor.
Carroll says that future plans for the Strip
include a public marina and boardwalk and
more attractions to bring in more businesses
and tourists.
“We can make (the Strip) the hub again,”
he says.
While they wait for highway construction
to be completed (expected late 2011) and an
economic turnaround that will support the
needed, large-scale development, the BDSA
is spurring momentum on its own with
special events on the Strip to bring in
crowds, most notably, the Hot Summer
Nights Cruise series, held once monthly
from May through September, and the Lake
of the Ozarks Shootout on the Strip Street
Party, in August.
“I think the Strip is key to tourism,”
Carroll says, voicing his support for the
area’s classic draw of shops, restaurants
and attractions. “We’ve still got 10-cent
skee-ball. I don’t know anywhere else in the
world where you can still find that.”
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What we see and experience in our natural and built
environment profoundly affects our physical and
psychological well-being. Spaces can make us feel boxed
in or bored, or in the case of compelling, exciting
and inspiring places, our lives are
enriched in the moment and, in
some ways, forever.
Think about how you feel
when you’re inside an historic
inn, a quaint cottage by a
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contemporary home, an art gallery or even a high-rise office
tower. Interacting with these forms, spaces and textures not
only engages our senses, it is a reflection of who we are, and
it is the very essence of architecture.
In my view, architecture is an art, not a science or a technology.
Although it incorporates these and many other disciplines, it is
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After working for both small offices and large corporations,
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ago. What I find to be the most challenging, but also the
most rewarding, aspect of architecture is the quest for creative
solutions that exceed my clients’ highest expectations. Doing
this well is a time-consuming process, but I do believe that
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She walked through the swinging door of the
spotless kitchen of Lehman’s Restaurant, her
ankle-length print dress flowing as she sat
down at my table to speak. I had stopped by the
establishment to enjoy a meal lovingly cooked and
served by the assemblage of young girls and women
employed there.
My hostess and current owner, Ginny Lehman-
Hoover, wore the familiar white head covering that
also adorned each of the other Mennonite women.
Ginny’s unassuming demeanor and friendly manner
immediately conveyed, “Go ahead and ask me
anything you want to know.” And there was much I
didn’t know about the Mennonite community.
Now residing in mid-Missouri, mainly centered
around the Eldon, Latham and Versailles areas just
north of the Lake of the Ozarks, this particular group
initially came to the Heartland in 1975 from a
Mennonite farming community in Virginia. Anna
Lehman, Ginny’s mother-in-law, affectionately known
by all simply as “Mom,” owned and operated the
restaurant and bakery until just last fall and still comes
in to wash dishes and help out wherever she can. Anna
will turn 90 on October 23.
A common misconception surrounding this
particular Mennonite community suggests that the
Amish also settled here. “In fact, to my knowledge,
there are no Amish at all living in this part of
Missouri,” Ginny says. One reason for that false
impression may be the presence of the Old Order
Mennonites who still adhere to the horse and buggy
form of transportation generally associated with the
Amish religion.
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Those interested in anauthentic Lake-area experience
head away from the hubbubof Osage Beach to a
Mennonite community ofsmall, locally owned
shops and businesses.
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But unlike the Amish, the local Mennonite
community members, with the exception of
the Old Order, drive automobiles, utilize
modern appliances and machinery in their
work, and worship in churches. “There are
many different groups or ‘conferences’ of
Mennonites established here, and I would
guess that there are roughly 5,000
individuals belonging to the many different
Mennonite conferences,” Ginny speculates.
“The members of our conference, the
Weaverland Conference, also are known as
the Horning Mennonites.” Other conferences
include the Eastern, Mid-Atlantic, Pilgrim,
Beulah, Bethel and Charity Mennonites.
Taking a pacifist stance, most Mennonites
do not vote or get involved in local or
national political matters. They don’t wear
jewelry, sew their own clothes and hold close
bonds within their populace. Staunchly
self-reliant and humble, the Mennonites
reject such concepts as insurance and
public education, instead depending upon
each other when in need and either
home-schooling their children or educating
their young in Mennonite parochial
academies.
Members of the Mennonite faith consider
humility and community among their
greatest virtues. Living simply in a complex
world, their refreshing mutual responsibility
for each other flows gracefully through
every aspect of their lives.
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There’s more to do at Grand Lake than lazearound on a boat all day. From quirky shopsand high-end boutiques to Grove’s quaint olddowntown, there are some shopping gems. Soput on your shoes (OK, they can be flip-flops)and head to the street for some retail therapy.
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not often that someone confuses a trip to
Oklahoma’s Grand Lake area with a trip to the
Amazon, but you might understand the confusion if you were
to walk into the tropical room at Hollytree Landscaping and
Garden Decor in Grove (8705 Highway 59, 918.786.7080).
Orchids, African tulips, Amazon lilies and Musas bloom as
beautifully here as they do in the deepest of rainforests, thus
one of the reasons a shopping trip to Grand Lake is such a
pleasant surprise.
The variety of independently owned shops and boutiques
here is a refreshing alternative to the shopping experience
that can’t be found in urban malls and big-box stores. This is
what shopping is about — finding something new and
unexpected, something that none of your friends will have in
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A shopping spree in northeastern Oklahoma takes a vacation from the norm.
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That’s how Terry Robinson describes her two
shops, Nuance Decor (2203 S. Main;
918.786.9300) and Nuance Too (311 W. Third,
918.786.7779). The first shop dresses your home,
the second your body. Robinson’s offering of
clothing and home decor appeals to any age,
lifestyle and mindset.
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every other retail outlet in the country goes to,
but we don’t order what’s simply on the floor,”
she notes. “We choose a different fabric or add
a unique embellishment so that what you find
here is indeed something different.” That’s why
Amber Benson, the interior designer at Nuance
Decor, flies around the country decorating
homes for clients.
Other shoppers come to this corner of
Oklahoma specifically in search of Millie
Herrelson, who, for more than 25 years, has sold
Kentucky’s Colonial House Furniture in the
region. Her shop is simply Millie’s (901 S.
Main, 918.787.4252), which she shares with her
husband’s pharmacy. In fact, look for the
Rx Shoppe sign. You’ll see that before you
see Millie’s.
In addition to handcrafted furniture, Millie’s
charming yet traditional shop is filled with wall
art, chandeliers, cookbooks and candles from
Mixture Vintage of Merriam. For those with
babies in their lives, the section featuring
Bunnies by the Bay will be especially inspiring.
For grown-ups needing something special to
wear, the Den of Uniquity (29975 S. 566 Road,
Monkey Island, 918.257.5750) promises not
only affordable clothes that won’t be out of date
next year, but shopping with a party atmosphere.
It’s not uncommon for guests to arrive to a tray
of appetizers and drinks to order from owner
Joyce Duke’s adjacent restaurant and nightclub.
Duke loves clothing with detail, so you’ll
find labels from Lauren Vidal, Frank Lyman
and Adore among the shoes, purses and accessories that fill the shelves and racks of her
perky little shop. Customers come to her for something special to wear to a class reunion
or wedding, or just a nice pair of jeans and top to wear to the grocery store.
“I love it when my customers tell me they’ve been stopped on the streets in places like
New York and Paris and asked where they bought their outfit,” she remarks.
True one-of-a-kind artwork is offered by the 30 artists who contribute to the Brush &
Palette Club (116 S. Main; 918.786.9698), a cooperative art gallery whose members
have received inspiration from the Grand Lake region since 1965. In addition to
two-dimensional fine art for your walls, the artists also create pottery, jewelry, paper, soaps
and more. If you want to get your hands dirty, the members also lead workshops and
seminars in their various art forms.
The Brush & Palette Club is worthy of a visit if for no other reason than the structure
that is home to all of this talent. The two-story red barn dates to somewhere in the 1880s,
at least 25 years before Oklahoma was even a state. For more reasonably sized antiques,
visit the other red barn just out the back door. Village Barn Antiques (918.786.6132) is
a surprise every day with its ever-changing collection of primitives, kitchenware and old
fishing equipment.
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Special EventsSeptember 1 ❖ Take your kids to L’il Legends at Auntie Anne’s,
which features Radio Disney for hands-on activities and
opportunities at many participating stores at The Legends. Time:
10-11 a.m. 913.788.3700 or legendsshopping.com
September 1-5 ❖ Help the city of Independence celebrate its
history as the starting point of the Santa Fe, California and
Oregon Trails at the Santa Cali Gon Days. 816.252.4745 or
santacaligon.com
September 2-4 ❖ Join in on the fun at one of the largest Irish
festivals in the nation at the Kansas City Irish Festival at Crown
Center, where you can experience more than 30 Celtic rock and
traditional Irish bands, heritage workshops and exhibits.
816.561.7555 or kcirishfest.com
September 5 ❖ See Kansas City’s own soccer team, Sporting
Kansas City, take on the LA Galaxy and other teams at its four
home games this month at the new Livestrong Sporting Park at
The Legends at Village West. Time: 5 p.m. 913.387.3400 or
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September 7-11 ❖ See everything from acrobats to flame throwers
and elephants to monkeys in the well-known Ringling Bros.
and Barnum Bailey Circus: Barnum 200. Time: 7 p.m.
816.949.7000 or sprintcenter.com
September 8 ❖ The Carousel Golf Tournament includes dinner
and a live auction after competing in a scramble-format golf
competition at Meadowbrook Golf and Country Club. Time: 11
a.m. 816.363.2600 or meadowbrookcc.org
September 9-11 ❖ More than 100 local Kansas City artists will
put their work on display at the 30th Annual Art Westport Event.
816.531.4370 or westportkcmo.com
September 9-11 ❖ Eat all the gyros, dolmades and pastries
you can stomach at the 50th Annual Greek Food Festival
at Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church. 816.942.9100 or
annunciationkc.org
September 9-11 ❖ Be glad for today’s technological conveniences
at the 17th Annual Antique Engine and Tractor Show at Forest
Park in Ottawa. Time: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Cost: $3. 785.242.2686 or
powerofthepast.net
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September 9-18 ❖ Bring the whole family
to enjoy carnival rides, games, shows
and funnel cakes at the Kansas State
Fair in Hutchinson. 800.362.3247 or
kansasstatefair.com
September 10 ❖ Experience pre-Civil war
adventures at Thunder on the Border in
Fleming Park, where war re-enactments
will let history repeat itself. Time: 9 a.m.-
4:30 p.m. 816.503.4860 or jacksongov.org
September 10 ❖ Help support the fighters
and survivors of pancreatic cancer at the
Weston Pancreatic Cancer 5/10K Walk
Run. 816.640.2909 or westonmo.com
September 10 ❖ Let the dogs have some
human-style fun at the Dippin’ Dogs Swim
Party, where they can swim at Tiffany
Hills Park Aquatic Center and eat yummy
treats. Cost: $10 per dog. Time: noon-4
p.m. 816.513.7527 or kcmo.org
September 10 ❖ Join the veterans and
avid flyers as warbirds take flight in the
KCRC Warbird Fly-In at the RC Flying
Field. Time: 7 a.m.-5 p.m. 816.503.4860
or jacksongov.org
September 10 ❖ Take a hike for the 2nd
Annual Mike Johnson Memorial Walk
for Recovery, which raises awareness
and helps educate people on behavioral
health during National Recovery Month.
816.235.6888 or kcrecoverywalk.org
September 11 ❖ Enjoy the great outdoors
with lunch or dinner at Picnic on the
Prairie at Lakeside Nature Center. Cost:
$10; $30 for a family of 4. 816.513.8960
or kcmo.org
September 11 ❖ Please your eyes and ears
at Music in the Garden, where beautiful
music plays while you sit in an even more
beautiful atmosphere. 816.803.3327 or
kansascityrosesociety.org
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September 14 ❖ Enter in a two-woman
scramble-style golf tournament for
the 2011 Annual Paradise Pointe
Charity Ladies Golf Tournament,
benefiting Spelman Medical Foundation’s
Alzheimer’s program. 816.880.6257 or
spelmanfoundation.org
September 16-17 ❖ Prepare your stomach
for the Battle of the Brisket state
championship, where eating great
barbecue isn’t just for fun, it’s part
of the challenge. 913.722.8210 or
missioncvb.org
September 16-17 ❖ Enjoy some food and
art at the 8th Annual Mission Arts and Eats
Festival. 913.722.8206 or missioncvb.org
September 16-18 ❖ Experience the 8th
Annual Zona Rosa Arts Festival, featuring
local, regional and national artists at the
Zona Rosa shopping center. 816.587.8180
or zonarosa.com
September 17 ❖ Be part of a longstanding
tradition at the 86th Annual American
Royal Parade in downtown Kansas
City. Time: 10 a.m. 816.221.9800 or
americanroyal.com
September 17 ❖ Join songwriters and
musicians while they perform original
songs and folk music at the 11th Annual
Music Fest and Back Porch Jam at the
Watkins family home. Time: noon-5 p.m.
816.580.3387 or watkinsmill.org
September 17 ❖ Eat, bid on a silent
auction and take a tour of the Bingham-
Waggoner Estate during the 30th Annual
Pig Pickin’ Chicken Lickin’ Feast.
816.461.3491 or bwestate.org
September 17-18 ❖ Get your bike out for
the Bike MS: Kansas City Ride, between
Olathe and Lawrence in 37-, 72- and 100-
mile options, to raise money to rid the
world of multiple sclerosis. 913.432.3926
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September 22 ❖ Explore the nature trails
around Lakeside Nature Center when
you Hike with a Naturalist. Time:
10:30 a.m.-noon. 816.513.8960 or
lakesidenaturecenter.org
September 22 ❖ Put on your golf gear for
the Go with a Pro Golf Classic, including
an awards presentation and dinner at the
clubhouse following the tournament at the
Prairie Highlands Golf Course in Olathe.
Time: 1 p.m. Cost $110. 913.362.8833 or
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September 23 ❖ Open your mind to the
possibilities of the universe while Star
Gazing in the Kansas City Sculpture
Park. Time: 6:30 p.m. 816.751.1278 or
nelson-atkins.org
September 23 ❖ Help your little ones,
ages three to four, get in touch with
their creative sides at Youth Studio Class
at the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art.
816.751.1278 or nelson-atkins.org
September 23 ❖ Take part in the Light the
Night Walk 2011 at Corporate Woods in
Kansas City to benefit the Leukemia and
Lymphoma Society. 913.451.4466 or
lightthenight.org
September 24 ❖ Learn the perfect way to
plant, grow and maintain a beautiful rose
garden at Shrub Roses with Dr. Allen
Stevens from Kansas State University.
Time: 10 a.m.-noon 816.803.3327 or
kansascityrosesociety.org
September 24-25 ❖ Watch demonstrations
and re-enactments of European settlers at
the Grand Festival of Chez Canses at
Fort Osage. Time: 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
816.503.4860 or jacksongov.org
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September 24-25 ❖ The 20th Annual
UNplaza Art Fair is an art show and
benefit for PeaceWorks Kansas City at
the Country Club Plaza. 816.561.1181 or
peaceworkskc.org
September 25 ❖ Help raise money for and
support the cure and research of
ovarian cancer at the Whisper Walk
for Ovarian Cancer. 816.880.6257 or
spelmanfoundation.org
September 25 ❖ The organization Free to
Breathe sponsors the 5K Run/Walk, 1/2
Mile Walk & Kids’ Dash, fundraising lung
cancer research and awareness, starting
at Zepi’s Pizza and Pub in Leawood.
608.316.3786 or freetobreathe.org
September 27 ❖ See the NHL’s Penguins
vs. Kings in a preseason game at the Sprint
Center. Time: 7:30 p.m. 816.949.7000 or
sprintcenter.com
September 30-October 2 ❖ Take home
some new art for your home at the
4th Annual Longview Art and World
Music Festival at New Longview.
longviewartmusicfest.com
Music, Theater and DanceSeptember 1 ❖ If you have preteens, don’t
miss taking them to see rising star and
musician Selena Gomez. Time: 7 p.m.
816.363.7827 or kcstarlight.com
September 2 ❖ Get ready to dance to
the beats of pop music sensation Ke$ha
live at Starlight Theatre. Time: 7:30 p.m.
816.363.7827 or kcstarlight.com
September 4 ❖ Experience two of the
music industry’s major acts as Maroon 5
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September 5 ❖ Get the family together
to listen to some local and regional
musicians play during Live at The
Legends, a free experience at the fountain.
Time: noon-3 p.m. 913.788.3700 or
legendsshopping.com
September 12 ❖ Experience an impromptu
show of musical theater and drinks during
Musical Monday at Crown Center. Time:
7:30 p.m. Cost: $17. 816.842.9999 or
musicaltheaterheritage.com
September 16 ❖ Be one of the thousands
to see the Foo Fighters at Sprint
Center. Time: 7 p.m. 816.949.7000 or
sprintcenter.com
September 23-25 ❖ Enjoy classical music
at the Grand Celebration! Ax Plays
Beethoven concert at Helzberg Hall.
816.471.0400 or kcsymphony.org
September 23-October 23 ❖ Two great
stage personalities, Noël Coward and
Gertrude Lawrence, perform songs,
sketches and scenes from their stage
appearances about their friendship.
816.421.1700 or qualityhillplayhouse.com
September 24 ❖ See violinist Caroline
Goulding perform classic and contemporary
music at the Folly Theater. 816.415.5025
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September 28 ❖ Hear the classics from
Journey with Foreigner and Night Ranger
at Starlight Theatre. Time: 7 p.m.
816.363.7827 or kcstarlight.com
September 30 ❖ Go back in time at The
Miles Davis Experience: 1949-1959 and
listen to music once performed by a
legend. 913.469.8500 or jccc.edu
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