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SEPTEMBER 2012In This Issue
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OUT & ABOUT64 On the Town Good Jeans: Use color and texture to step out of the blue box this fall
66 Out & About Spotlight on Jonesboro71 What’s in Store72 At Home with Chef Scott McGehee
STYLE FILES13 Stylish Finds Kitchen and Bath Trends
18 Design News What’s new and notable in The Natural State
21 Collections A Searcy collection takes the cake
25 In the Bath A North Little Rock couple creates a relaxing retreat
29 In the Garden A West Little Rock couple converts a vacant side yard into an Old World- inspired outdoor kitchen
FEATURES34 Light & Bright A Little Rock couple lightens up their outdated 1940s kitchen, turning it into a bright and welcoming gathering space for family and friends
42 Urban Appeal Designer Meridith Hamilton creates a modern masterpiece inside a historic building in Little Rock
52 Modern-Day Rustic Designer Helen Lockhart of Conway’s Red Chaise Designs blends old and new to create a fresh look in this Morrilton kitchen
Special Section:58 Arkansas’ Best Kitchen and Bath Pros
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IF I HAD TO NAME ONE ROOM where I felt like I learned most of life’s lessons, it would be the kitchen. It can be said that life happens around the kitchen table. It’s where we always gathered as a family in the mornings and evenings. It’s the backdrop for many of my favorite memories as a child. Growing up, we had a small kitchen so I would sit on the kitchen counter, catching up on the day and picking up a few cooking tips from my mom as she made dinner. When we were a little older, my younger sister and I would wake up on Saturday mornings and make chocolate gravy—which once ended in a chocolate gravy war so extreme we found traces of gravy in the cabinets for months to come! The kitchen is also where my sisters’ and I spent countless hours with our grandmothers, learning to make spaghetti and meat sauce or sugar cookies. Each smudge of flour or oil on one of my grandmothers’ recipes now represents its own story from that day we shared in the kitchen—a day that I didn’t know how much I would miss or cherish until much later.
Eventually, I grew up, got married and had a kitchen of my own. Soon, our extended families were coming to our house, gathering at our kitchen table and we found ourselves making new memories. It’s where my sons, Parker and Garrett, do homework or hang out with my husband and I while we prepare dinner. If we’re entertaining, everyone is bound to congregate around the kitchen table at the end of the night.
Though the kitchen is one of the most used and loved rooms in my house, there are plenty of items on my official dream kitchen wish list, including an oversized island with plenty of seating and a big window above my sink. My dream bathroom? A large tub for soaking.
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In honor of our annual Kitchens & Baths Issue, we asked our Facebook fans to tell us what was at the top of their design wish list when planning a kitchen or bath. We thought we’d share a few of our favorite answers with you!
KELLI CALLENDER “Wide open kitchen space and a bar that has two levels - one for my guests so we can visit when I am preparing dinner and the lower level would contain a small sink for rinsing fruits and veggies. Would love to have a nice countertop, and more than anything a restaurant-size gas stove so I could do all of my canning, cooking and baking for others.”
TAMARA CRISWELL “I haven’t got a house yet, but top of the list right now would be the Jonathan Adler sinks from Kohler. Brightly colored farm sinks or bathroom sinks. Not white? Hallelujah!”
BETH WHITLOW “Our previous countertops were hand painted tiles with ½-inch grout between each one. So at the top of my list were new, smooth and totally non-absorbent countertops! We went with white concrete that looks like marble! It’s fabulous!!”
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K I T C H E N & B AT H C O N C E P T S G I V E S B A C K .Kitchen & Bath Concepts is having a 3 day event benefi ting Arkansas Children’s Hospital. 100 % of all proceeds and donations from the 3 day event are donated to Arkansas Children’s Hospital. Donations are raised through silent auction items. This event has benefi ted from the overwhelming support of Arkansans for the past 7 years and we have been blessed to have donated over $120,000.
A NIGHT OUT, FOR CHILDREN’S SAKEThursday, September 6, 2012 Silent auction, hors d’ oeuvres & drinks(By invitation only. Contact Kitchen & Bath Concepts for an invitation.)
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STYLE FILES
SAY GOODBYE TO BASICGive your most-used rooms a little love with the newest products for kitchens and baths. Whether
you’re looking to renovate or simply redecorate, our roundup of the hottest kitchen and bath trends is
sure to inspire your next project.
FLAWLESS FIXTUREModern simplicity meets classic elegance in this Springfi eld tissue roll holder by Baldwin Hardware. baldwinhardware.com for stores statewide, including: PC Hardware/Light Innovations, Little Rock, (501) 224-1724, light-innovations.com; ProBuilder Supply, Little Rock, (501) 945-0113, probuildersupplyllc.com; Lumber One Home Center, Mayfl ower, (501) 470-1122, Stuttgart, (870) 673-3601, lumberonehomecenter.com
CATCH THE WAVEMake waves in a bathroom with this blue glass mosaic tile. Acme Brick, Tile & Stone, Fort Smith, (479) 782-7974; North Little Rock, (501) 812-5574; Russellville, (479) 968-6900; acmebricktileandstone.com
BRILLIANT BUTTERFLIESWrap up in lavishly soft terry cloth bath linens with butterfl y embroidery. Yves Delorme, Little Rock, (501) 513-1719, yvesdelorme.com
BATH BEAUTIESBathing becomes luxurious with this glass ocean bowl and long handled bath massager. Cobblestone & Vine, Little Rock, (501) 664-4249, West Little Rock, (501) 219-3676, cobblestoneandvine.com
REJUVENATION THERAPYGive your skin and your bathroom a makeover with MicroSilk™ Hydrotherapy from Jason International, the fi rst hydrotherapy created specially to rejuvenate the skin. jasoninternational.com for stores statewide, including: Falk Plumbing Supply, Hot Springs, (501) 321-1231, North Little Rock, (501) 664-3911, falksupply.com; Southern Pipe & Supply, Conway, (501) 327-9300, southernpipe.com
SHOWER TO SPAWith fl uid lines and a clean,
contemporary look, Rizu™ Collection provides a deeply satisfying sensory experience
while saving water. deltafaucet.com for stores statewide, including: Southern Pipe & Supply, Little Rock,
(501) 663-9700, southernpipe.com; The Plumbing Warehouse,
Little Rock, (501) 664-4183, eplumbingwarehouse.com
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DOOR COUTUREBaldwin Hardware’s new line of
door hardware, Couture Collection, includes six highly detailed knobs
and roses available in 21 fi nishes.baldwinhardware.com for stores
statewide, including: Lumber One Home Center, Mayfl ower, (501) 470-
1122, Stuttgart, (870) 673-3601, lumberonehomecenter.com; PC
Hardware/Light Innovations, Little Rock, (501) 224-1724, light-innovations.com;
ProBuilder Supply, Little Rock, (501) 945-0113, probuildersupplyllc.com;
MODERN MARVELGive your kitchen a mod makeover with the streamlined Kohler Brookfi eld kitchen sink and Curette kitchen faucet. kohler.com for stores statewide, including: The Plumbing Warehouse, Little Rock, (501) 664-4183, eplumbingwarehouse.com; Southern Bath & Kitchen, Little Rock, (501) 663-9700, southernbathandkitchen.com
COUNTER CULTUREGet a unique look with Praa Sands, inspired by England’s southern coasts, or Torquay, understated cream with swirls of gray and tan, both from Cambria’s Waterstone Collection. cambriausa.com for stores statewide, including: AHI Stoneworks, Hot Springs, (501) 262-1622, ahistoneworks.com; Distinctive Kitchens & Baths, Little Rock, (501) 666-7756, kitchensofarkansas.com; Inside Effects, Little Rock, (501) 954-8866, inside-effects.com; Kitchen & Bath Concepts, Little Rock, (501) 225-5221, kbc1.com; Kitchen & Bath Ideas, Little Rock, (501) 223-2808, kitchenandbathideas.biz
Give your kitchen a dose of cuteness with an eco-friendly, biodegradable kitchen scrubber by Loofah-Art, or prepare a family meal from “Chicken and Egg: A Memoir of Suburban Homesteading with 125 Recipes” by Janice Cole. Eggshells Kitchen Co., Little Rock, (501) 664-6900, eggshellskitchencompany.com
STYLE
YOUR NEXT DOORRigid Thermofoil cabinet doors resist peeling, fl aking and chipping, and come in an array of whites and wood grains, all available with matching backs. Shown left to right: Shaker Double Shaker Snow White, NC Contemporary Aviero Shark. Kitchen Tune-Up, Maumelle, (501) 223-8888, kitchentuneuplittlerock.com
VIKING VIRTUOSOThe new 30-inch wide Viking D3 freestanding dual-fuel sealed burner range is as effi cient as it is beautiful, offering precision control, as well as the largest oven capacity and fastest preheat times on the market. vikingrange.com for stores statewide, including: Metro Appliances and More, Jonesboro, (870) 933-7800, North Little Rock, (501) 758-1988, Springdale, (479) 631-6757, metroappliancesandmore.com
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SPACE SAVERSave square footage with the Robern Compact Vanity. robern.com for stores statewide, including: National Supply Company, Moutain Home, (870) 492-5195
SHIMMERING SEADeck out your bath in ocean-inspired decorative tile accents from Daltile’s Shellscapes series, shown in Tidal Wave and Sea Wall. daltile.com for stores statewide, including C&F Flooring and Rug Gallery, Little Rock, (501) 399-9909, candfcarpet.com; Inside Effects, Little Rock, (501) 954-8866, inside-effects.com; Lumber One Home Center, Mayflower, (501) 470-1122, Stuttgart, (870) 673-3601, lumberonehomecenter.com; Storeys Floor & Carpet Inc., El Dorado, (870) 862-9446, storeysfloor.com
BRONZE MEDALAchieve a winning look with an oil-rubbed bronze finish on fixtures from the Kohler Kelston faucet line. kohler.com for stores statewide, including: The Plumbing Warehouse, Little Rock, (501) 664-4183, eplumbingwarehouse.com; Southern Bath & Kitchen, Little Rock, (501) 663-9700, southernbathandkitchen.com
STARRY NIGHTAdorn your walls with this rustic starburst mirror from Cobblestone & Vine, Little Rock, (501) 664-4249, West Little Rock, (501) 219-3676, cobblestoneandvine.com
EARN YOUR STRIPESAdd a dash of color to your bath with the Catamarin stripe rug in sprout and ivory, available in an array of sizes, from Dash & Albert. dashandalbert.com for stores statewide, including: Cobblestone & Vine, Little Rock, (501) 664-4249, West Little Rock, (501) 219-3676, cobblestoneandvine.com; House to Home, Hot Springs, (501) 520-4949, shophousetohome.com; Lewis Lighting & Home, Benton, (501) 315-2400, lewislightingandhome.com; Lighting Emporium, Springdale, (479) 751-8184, lightingemporium.com
SUPERB SURFACESAdd variety to your vanity with
Caesarstone quartz countertops in an array of color options, including Apple Martini. caesarstoneus.com for
stores statewide, including: Arnold’s Flooring America, Little Rock, (501)
400-7517, arnoldsflooringlittlerock.com; Distinctive Kitchens & Baths, Little Rock,
(501) 666-7756, kitchensofarkansas.com; Inside Effects, Little Rock, (501) 954-8866, inside-effects.com; Kitchens & Bath Concepts, Little Rock, (501) 225-5221, kbc1.com;
Kitchen & Bath Ideas, Little Rock, (501) 223-2808, kitchenandbathideas.biz; Lumber One Home Center, Mayflower, (501) 470-1122, Stuttgart,
(870) 673-3601, lumberonehomecenter.com
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KITCHEN SOPHISTICATIONMake a statement with Elegant Traditions by Wood-Mode Custom Cabinetry. wood-mode.com for stores statewide, including: Distinctive Kitchens & Baths, Little Rock, (501) 666-7756, kitchensofarkansas.com; Kitchen Distributors, Fayetteville, (479) 521-1313, kitchendistributorsinc.com
FLAWLESS FAUCETTraditional meets timeless with the Tresa two-handle bridge kitchen faucet, available in five finishes from Brizo. brizo.com for stores statewide, including: Kitchen & Bath Concepts, Little Rock, (501) 225-5221, kbc1.com; The Plumbing Warehouse, Little Rock, (501) 664-4183, eplumbingwarehouse.com
THE STRONG, SILENT TYPE
The quiet performance, thoughtful features and refined design of the newest Jenn-Air
Trifecta dishwashers are sure to impress hosts and guest alike. jenn-air.com for stores statewide, including: Metro Appliances and
More, Jonesboro, (870) 933-7800, North Little Rock, (501) 758-1988,
Springdale, (479) 631-6757, metroappliancesandmore.com
ON THE RANGEGE designed its updated cooktops with wrapped edges, heavyweight die-cast knobs with LED backlights and visually appealing grates. geappliances.com for stores statewide, including: Metro Appliances and More, Jonesboro, (870) 933-7800, North Little Rock, (501) 758-1988, Springdale, (479) 631-6757, metroappliancesandmore.com
LOCAL LOVESupport local artisans with this exotic wood
cutting board made by Arkansan Richard White. Clinton Museum Store, Little
Rock, (501) 748-0400, clintonmuseumstore.com
UNIQUE TO YOUBeautiful custom cabinetry and range hoods can put your kitchen in a league of its own. WoodUnique, Mountain Pine, (501) 767-6216
PATTERN PLAYAdd a punch of color with a striped decorative jar or graphic orange table runner from Vivid Designs, Little Rock, (501) 225-3828
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KITCHEN & BATH BENEFITLITTLE ROCK RETAILER HOSTS 7TH ANNUAL FUNDRAISER
Kitchen & Bath Concepts will host its 7th annual Home Expo, with booths featuring design pros and renovation resources, including information on appliances, surfacing, cabinetry, energy-effi ciency and more. Festivities begin Thursday, September 6 with “A Night Out for Children’s Sake,” an evening of provisions and silent auctions sponsored by At Home in Arkansas. September 7 and 8, visit with local vendors and enjoy complimentary food, drinks and silent auction items. Last year, the expo raised $33,000 for Arkansas Children’s Hospital, and 100% of this year’s proceeds will also be donated to ACH. For information, visit www.kbc1.com or call (501) 225-5221.
DESIGN NEWS
2012
At the recently opened ‘urban pad’ in the Riverdale Design District, business partners John Gibson and Sharon Blevins have curated a modish, affordable collection of furniture, art, lighting, accessories and rugs for the contemporary urban home. John’s seven years in the design industry combined with Sharon’s strong business and sales background have helped them create a chic boutique with wares for every style. Shop the store, or ask about their in-house design services. 3513 Old Cantrell Rd., Little Rock, (501) 664-4202.
Supporters of Habitat for Humanity are turning one man’s trash into another’s treasure for ReStore & After. The annual fundraiser will take place at Next Level Events on Thursday, September 20 and feature revamped furniture pieces, art and jewelry available for auction, as well as music by Rodney Block, heavy hors d’oeuvres and drinks. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit habitatpulaski.org.
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CARLA FULLER REMEMBERS CLEARLY the piece that started her collection and obsession with cake stands. “I was 13 and my family and I were looking for a Mother’s Day present for my mom. We found a beautiful white, square milk-glass cake stand and I loved it,” she recalls. The piece turned out to be not only a perfect gift, but also a jumpstart for Carla, who now has a collection of more than 50 cake stands. This group includes the very cake stand she gave her mother as a child. “Two years ago she returned it to me,” says Carla, who was happy to have the piece that started it all among her array.
After the purchase of the fi rst stand, Carla added a similar green milk-glass stand to the collection and has continued to pick up pieces here and there for more than 20 years. After she graduated from law school at the University of Arkansas, she immediately went to work for the Department of Human Services and covered seven counties in the state. As she drove from town to town, she would occasionally stop in fl ea markets and antique shops in hopes of fi nding a unique piece to grow her collection. However, it’s not necessary that the piece be vintage or even valuable for it to be added to the mix. “If I see a stand that has a great shape or a fun color at Target, I don’t hesitate to pick it up,” she says.
She fondly remembers fi nding a favorite crystal stand on a trip to London. Another one of her favorite pieces came from
our home state. “A friend of mine that I used to run with every morning had been telling me about this beautiful pottery she was having made,” says Carla. “It sounded gorgeous to me and I was thrilled to get a cake stand in the same style.” The piece Carla refers to is a ceramic stand with rich earth tones. It was made by Katy Carnahan of Katy’s Pottery in Alicia, Arkansas. “It is defi nitely one of my favorites,” she adds.
Carla’s collection isn’t just beautiful; it is useful as well. “I love to entertain and often host parties in my home,” she says. “I’ve hosted everything from the White County Barr Association annual Christmas party to functions for our local Searcy dinner theater group and most recently my 14-year-old daughter’s birthday party,” she adds. The cake stands come in handy during such occasions. Carla likes to use a variety of these pieces to add height and create interest in her table displays. What’s more, the stands aren’t just for pastry confections. Carla fi nds them to be especially useful for serving dips and hors d’oeuvres. If cupcakes are your fancy, Carla recommends small domed stands made specifi cally for displaying a singular treat. She also has several of these small gems in her collection.
Many of Carla’s friends and neighbors throughout the community are familiar with her collection and they often borrow the pieces for their own parties and gatherings. “I get calls all the time from friends who want to borrow a certain piece and I’m happy to lend the stands to them. I’m always glad they can be used,” says Carla.
When they aren’t being loaned to a neighbor or friend for a party, Carla keeps the collection in wide, low, built-in shelves in her home. “Even though we didn’t build these specifi cally for the cake stands, it just seems the shelves were made for them,” she says with a smile.
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IN THE BATH
SOOTHING SANCTUARY
As one North Little Rock couple renovates room by room, their updated master bath becomes a relaxing retreat
By Rosemary Hallmark
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NELLIE AND BILL MOSLEY HAVE COME a long way from the red tile and jungle print wallpaper that once adorned the master bath in their North Little Rock home. “The bathroom was dated,” Nellie says. “The tropical wallpaper had monkeys peeking through jungle leaves. When I put it up, I thought it was fun, but then I never changed it.” As the Mosleys began to renovate their home room by room, having a finished master bath became increasingly important to Nellie. “I needed a sanctuary where I could get in my tub and be home free.”
The couple turned to Leslie Tetrev with Inside Effects to give them the spa-like retreat they envisioned. “I told her what I was looking for and gave her some pictures of bathrooms I liked. We didn’t have a disagreement about anything. It was as though she could read my mind,” Nellie says. “As a designer for my bathroom, she was right on point.”
“The space really had good bones and a great layout,” Tetrev says. “They wanted something different with lots of storage, and after talking with Nellie about which materials we would use, we settled on a clean-lined look with a modern feel.”
At the bathroom’s entrance, floor-to-ceiling custom cabinetry and a small vanity area fill a nook behind the door, while the larger vanity area stretches the length of the room. “Storage was a major concern for the Mosleys, so we designed as much as we could with the space we had,” Tetrev says. Both vanities are topped with
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Caesarstone Mocha countertops and custom-framed mirrors. Touches of glass mosaic tile shimmer in the tub and vanity backsplashes and also carry over into the shower floor. Low maintenance porcelain tile was used on the floor and shower walls.
His-and-hers walk-in closets flank the bathtub, which received a complete overhaul with custom cabinetry on the front and plantation shutters on the windows for added privacy.
In addition to a deep tub, Nellie’s wish list for the new bathroom included statement overhead lighting. She and Tetrev settled on a modern fixture with a round drum shade, which has become a favorite feature of the room for Nellie. “My favorite thing is lying in the tub and looking up at my lamp,” she says. “I can crawl in that tub and sit forever.” Over the tub, framed photographs of water drops add a perfect finishing touch.
Design ResourcesDesign consultant Leslie Tetrev, Inside Effects, Little Rock, (866) 629-4789, inside-effects.comContractor Inside Effects, Little Rock, (866) 629-4789, inside-effects.com
Art La-Z-Boy Furniture Galleries, Little Rock, (501) 224-4624, la-z-boy.comLighting TEC Electric, Jonesboro, (870) 932-7252; North Little Rock, (501) 758-5483, tecelectric.comMirror frames BA Framer, Little Rock, (501) 661-0687Paint Sherwin-Williams, locations statewide, sherwin-williams.com
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FOR JULIE AND BEN PRUET, escaping to the European countryside doesn’t require purchasing tickets or packing bags. Rather, the couple simply steps outside and wanders through their garden, making their way to the arched doors that lead to their Old World-inspired outdoor kitchen.
Travels through Europe influenced the couple to infuse their West Little Rock home with Tuscan ambience, a look that carried over to the home’s exterior and grounds. When Ben retired a few years ago, Julie cooked up the idea of a European-inspired outdoor kitchen as a mutually enjoyable addition. “The kitchen was my retirement gift to Ben,” says Julie, “a space where he could enjoy grilling, and I could share in the experience with him. We love being outdoors on the beautiful days here in Arkansas, and wanted to bring a little of our indoors outside.”
Blending the outdoor space with the style of their home was a priority, and Julie worked with builder Jack Hartsell, designer Kim Brockinton and decorative painter Andrew Bruckman to give the new area rustic appeal. “Even though this kitchen was basically for my husband’s use, I wanted it to be a space that would be visually pleasing for us and for entertaining as well,” she says. “Being an engineer by background, it is all about the functionality for Ben, but for me it was much more than stainless steel appliances and a prep area for cooking.” Julie ensured that each element in the kitchen, including the stone and Western cedar construction materials, Spanish cedar cabinets and island,
bronze metal vent hood, copper light fixtures, textured and colored walls, along with aged shutters and arched doors, added to the overall Old World look she envisioned.
Since many rooms in the Pruets’ home offer views to the backyard, the couple designed the kitchen as a part of the overall outdoor space, yet located it where the cooking area would not be visible from indoors. “The side part of our yard was a perfect spot to create a wall with doors and shutters to make an intimate little kitchen,” says Julie. “It opens to the rest of the garden, yet is a separate and complete space on its own.”
In outfitting the area, the couple wanted the flexibility to cook on both charcoal and gas grills. “Ben enjoys using a charcoal grill for some foods, because it provides a more intense heat,” says Julie, “while, on the other hand, he enjoys using a gas grill for convenience and easier temperature control for many dishes.” In addition to the pair of grills, they added a gas double burner for sauces and sautéing, an ice caddy for cold drinks, plus an under-counter refrigerator nearby. A movable island was built specifically to fit the kitchen, and functions as both an eating and work area, as well as a space to store kitchen necessities.
“With our busy lifestyles, it’s become a space to relax and spend time creating meals together or with family and friends,” says Julie. “But it’s also become our destination for a morning cup of coffee or breakfast occasionally. It’s provided much more enjoyment for us than we ever anticipated.”
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Design ResourcesContractor Jack Hartsell Construction, Little Rock, (501) 376-2871Designer Kim Brockinton Interiors, Little Rock, (501) 661-7600Decorative painting Bruckman Studios Limited, Little Rock, (877) 650-0304, bruckmanstudios.comLandscape design Stafford Fine Gardening, Little Rock, (501) 350-8039Landscape maintenance Botanica Gardens, Little Rock, (501) 614-3000, botanicagardens.comStonework Bennett Brothers, Little Rock, (501) 455-5040, bennettbrosstone.com
Appliances, barstools Antique Brick Outdoors, Little Rock, (501) 375-0060, antiquebrickoutdoors.com Countertops, sink Inside Effects, Little Rock, (501) 954-8866, inside-effects.comVent hood Metal Works Inc., Little Rock, (501) 455-3700
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Architect and contractor Chris Milligan of Dwellings, Inc. used white custom cabinetry and vaulted ceil-ings with wooden rafter beams to give the Fishers’ 1940s bungalow an open, airy feel while maintain-ing the home’s charm. An island creates a gathering space for family breakfasts or entertaining.
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Light & BrightA Little Rock couple lightens up their outdated
1940s kitchen, turning it into a welcoming gathering space for family and friends
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At Home in Arkansas: This room feels so light and airy. But since your home is a 1940s bungalow, I’m guessing it wasn’t always this way.Homeowner Sheb Fisher: It was a very small space before the renovation, with a tiny cooking area, a breakfast space and even a washer and dryer at the end of the room. When you and your husband, Danny, decided to renovate, what did you have in mind? We have always spent a lot of time in the kitchen and it was important to us to make it feel more open and inviting, creating a gathering place where we could all be comfortable. Since the house is small and only has one living area, we wanted to have an additional place to relax. We envisioned a large island with seating as well as a banquette area as ways to create more gathering spaces, and we wanted a higher ceiling so it felt more open and light. Adding storage was a priority as well, since the tiny cooking area didn’t have adequate cabinet space. What was your inspiration for the renovated room?I pulled pictures from various magazines over the years and began to see a common theme as I looked back—white kitchens, banquettes, shiplap wood walls, glass-front cabinets. We managed to incorporate all of these elements plus the wonderful wooden rafter beams.Another goal was to maintain the home’s bungalow style, and during the renovation, we tried to keep in mind the character of the house. The simple lines of the cabinetry, the wooden rafters and the lighting helped to tie it into the rest of our home.
Windsor windows from Ace Glass mimic the bungalow’s classic style and allow light to flood in over the stainless steel sink. Marbled coun-tertops from Inside Effects add depth without weighing down the space, and a white subway tile backsplash from Acme Brick, Tile & Stone adds to the kitchen’s timeless feel.
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Walk us through the logistics of the renovation and how you transformed this room. Danny and I took our ideas to architect and contractor Chris Milligan, who helped us refine our concepts and create a final plan, and then we worked with Chris on the construction. We bumped out both exterior walls, adding about seven feet to the width and five feet to the length, and we vaulted the ceiling into the attic space to make it feel much more open. We had previously turned an old garage in our backyard into a guesthouse, and with this renovation, we created a courtyard garden between the kitchen and the guest space. We also removed the solid wall to the dining area and replaced it with a glass-front cabinet as a partial divider, which helped increase the flow of natural light into the dining room.With the variety of service areas in the new kitchen—a wet bar, a cooking zone, the island and the banquette area—it looks like you were able to add ample storage as well.Yes, we have a wide variety of storage areas now, keeping kitchen essentials in the cooking section and using the large built-in cabinet near the banquette for everything else, from my art supplies to brooms and dustpans.
The Fishers expanded the kitchen and break-fast area into the backyard to gain square footage and vaulted the ceiling into the unused attic space above to open up the room. A bar for entertaining contains built-in wine and glassware storage, a beverage refrigerator and a dishwasher. Modern light fixtures and drawer pulls add an unexpected industrial touch.
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Sheb combined a variety of fabrics in complementary colors from Cynthia East Fabrics for the throw pillows, table runner and slipcovers in the breakfast area. Classic white roman shades from Cynthia East add privacy without darkening the space. Light wood fl ooring by Ken Holmes Floor Co. unites the kitchen and breakfast area.
“Our goal was to maintain the home’s bungalow style and keep in mind the character of the house using the simple lines of the cabinetr y, the wooden raf ters and the light ing.” —SHEB FISHER
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Did you encounter any interesting twists or surprises during the process?Our contractor, Chris, surprised us by making our farmhouse table out of wood removed from the attic. And the banquette seating area turned out even better than we envisioned, becoming one of our favorite spaces to sit, visit, eat and hang out. Also, the back patio area became a natural extension of the kitchen and therefore created yet another usable space for relaxing or entertaining. We gained more than just square footage—we gained a variety of living areas as well.
Design ResourcesArchitect/contractor Chris Milligan, Dwellings Inc., Little Rock, (501) 831-0729, dwellings-ar.comDesign Sheb Fisher, Cynthia East Fabrics, Little Rock, (501) 663-0460, cynthiaeastfabrics.com
Appliances Metro Appliances & More, Jonesboro, (870) 933-7800; North Little Rock, (501) 758-1988; Springdale, (479) 750-2200; metroappliancesandmore.comCountertops Inside Effects, Little Rock, (501) 954-8866, inside-effects.comFabrics, upholstery, window treatments Cynthia East Fabrics, Little Rock, (501) 663-0460, cynthiaeastfabrics.comFlooring Ken Holmes Floor Co., Little Rock, (501) 663-7868 Tile Acme Brick, Tile & Stone, North Little Rock, (501) 812-5574, Fort Smith, (479) 782-7974, Russellville, (479) 968-6900, acmebricktileandstone.comWindows Ace Glass, Little Rock, (501) 372-0595, aceglass.net
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inside a 115-year-old building in downtown Lit t le RockINTERV IEW: ROSEMARY HALLMARK PHOTOGRAPHY: RE T T PEEK ST YL ING : MANDY KEENER
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“I wanted the island to be conversat ion fr iendly, so the barstools wrap around the front side of the bar to create an angled area where you can hold a conversat ion without having to lean across other people.” —MERIDITH HAMILTON
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In the kitchen, gray pearwood cabinets and Akdo backsplash tile give an historic building a modern feel and juxtapose the warm brick and arched doorway. The 4-inch Cambria countertop was created to add height to the island, which is surrounded by Soho Modern barstools. A Studio Italia light fixture mimics the horizontal lines of the kitchen. The room is painted in Misty Grey by Benjamin Moore.
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At Home in Arkansas: You renovated this space twelve years ago for a different client. What types of changes did your new client have in mind for the redesign? Designer Meridith Hamilton: The space was nice, but it was beginning to look a little dated and heavy. The kitchen had a natural wood finish and colorful backsplash, with a design that focused on the vertical lines. It was modern, but not sleek. I wanted to change that by focusing on the horizontal lines and really exaggerating the tall ceilings, lofty feel and big windows, and taking advantage of the light coming in. It was time for something different, something new and sleek, something less visually heavy. Was the clean, new look a welcome change for your career-minded client?His personal style went from traditional to modern. That was a huge transition for him. He is very work-oriented and his office is in the same building as his home. He wanted to clean everything up, get rid of any clutter and get rid of anything that makes his personal life more hectic, because he does work very hard. If your client was originally a traditional guy, how were you able to overhaul the kitchen and still achieve a look he would feel comfortable with?He wanted the apartment to have a chic New York feel, but not be too harsh and contemporary. For the cabinets, I found this gray pearwood finish with recessed handles. He was used to the traditional cabinets with vertical doors so he was a little leery about the gray cabinetry and horizontal design. He told me he trusted me, but he was afraid it would seem cold. Gray can be cold and industrial, but this had the browns in the wood showing through, and combined with the brick wall that runs the length of the apartment, the kitchen still felt warm and welcoming. When they were installing the cabinets, he said, “You’re right. It looks amazing.” That’s a scary thing —to just step out there and do something totally different that you can’t change as easily as you can change your shirt. It was different, but that was what he was looking for—something that nobody else has in Little Rock.The open feel is great for parties and guests. Was this kitchen designed with entertaining in mind?My client enjoys entertaining small groups, so I didn’t need to accommodate a large dinner party, but rather
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Cooking for a crowd is simplified with a Thermador range and vent hood from Metro Appliances and More. A Kohler sink and prep area on the kitchen island allow the homeowner to face his guests and cook simultaneously.
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more intimate gatherings. Since he’s in a loft with no dining room, the kitchen island functions as his main seating area. I wanted it to be conversation friendly, so the barstools wrap around the front side of the bar to keep them out of the workspace but still create an angled area where you can hold a conversation without having to lean across other people. The Cambria countertop on the kitchen island is very unique. What inspired it?My client is very tall and he was adamant that we needed to raise the island. To keep costs down, I kept the cabinets the same height, rather than splurging on custom cabinetry, and used a thicker, chunkier countertop to add height. I had my fabricators make it very linear across the top, and then use hidden supports that carry all the way down to the fl oor to create a really streamlined, unique look.How did you carry that open, modern look into the bathroom?The shower was open before the renovation, but it was black granite, which was really heavy and weighed down the whole room. Taking that black granite off and putting on something lighter opened up the space. We changed the glass from a framed shower to frameless, which visually opens it up as well. The tile is my favorite aspect of the bathroom. It hones in on that horizontal line and establishes the bathroom with more neutral colors and less warm grays. Floating the bathroom vanity also helped carry the horizontal lines of the kitchen into the bathroom.What are some challenges you run into when renovating a building built in 1896?The biggest challenge is that nothing is straight. There are different measurements from one wall to the next. The tall cabinet in the kitchen had to have custom stainless-steel legs made because there was so much difference from one side to the other. But old buildings have huge amounts of character, like the brick wall and high ceilings. It just feels so airy. When I renovated this building twelve years ago, they had cinder blocked the windows. We took them out and replaced the windows to their original size and got this gorgeous natural light that fi lters in to the room.Do you have a favorite feature?There are so many different aspects in both rooms that I like, but it’s the big picture that I really love. I enjoy the island and chunky countertop, and I love the horizontal wall cabinets, but the whole is greater than the sum of its parts.
Hamilton continued the horizontal lines of the kitchen into the bath-room by removing the legs and fl oating the vanity cabinets from Dis-tinctive Kitchens & Baths, and placing a low bench from Mertins Dyke Home in the center of the room. A neutral Fabrica rug grounds the space. Art by Buddy Whitlock from I.O. Metro hangs on the opposite wall.
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Design ResourcesInterior design Meridith Hamilton, MLH Designs, Little Rock, (501) 766-0594, mlh-designs.comContractor Distinctive Kitchens & Baths, Little Rock, (501) 666-7756, kitchensofarkansas.com
Appliances Metro Appliances & More, Jonesboro (870) 933-7800; North Little Rock, (501) 758-1988; Springdale, (479) 750-2200; metroappliancesandmore.comArt I.O. Metro, locations statewide, iometro.comBarstools Soho Modern, Little Rock, (501) 372-4884Cabinetry Distinctive Kitchens & Baths, Little Rock, (501) 666-7756, kitchensofarkansas.comCountertops AHI Stoneworks, Hot Springs, (501) 262-1622, ahistoneworks.comFixtures Distinctive Kitchens & Baths, Little Rock, (501) 666-7756, kitchensofarkansas.comOttoman Mertins Dyke Home, Little Rock, (501) 280-3200, mertinsdykehome.comTile-backsplash Elder Distributing, North Little Rock, (501) 758-4170, elderdistributing.comTile-bath Emser Tile & Natural Stone, North Little Rock, (501) 771-9111, emser.comLighting MLH Designs, Little Rock, (501) 766-0594, mlh-designs.comPaint Benjamin Moore, locations statewide, benjaminmoore.com
In the shower, Hamilton replaced black granite tile with a neutral option from Emser and replaced the existing doors with frameless glass to create an open feel. Modern wall-mounted fixtures from Distinctive Kitchens & Baths free up space on the Cambria countertops.
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A FRESH LOOK IN THIS MORRILTON KITCHEN
Interview: Deana Nall Photography: Nancy Nolan Styling: Mandy Keener
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Cabinets and island custom-built by J&S Cabinet Concepts of Benton. The cabinets are painted Benjamin Moore’s Manchester Tan while the island was stained by Mike Brudjar of Brudjar’s Custom Painting in Conway. Faucets by Bedrock International sit atop honed-granite countertops by Moix Marbleworks of Conway.
“I star ted with how they live their l ives. They love to cook together, so I designed the kitchen to be used by more than one person.” —HELEN LOCKHART
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At Home in Arkansas: What was this kitchen like before the renovation?Designer Helen Lockhart: It was very dated and didn’t reflect the homeowners’ style. It had green laminate and lots of honey-toned wood. The island was a funny shape and it wasn’t very useful. The color scheme was hunter green and there was green-and-white striped wallpaper. We left nothing behind except the refrigerator. We gutted the room.What was most important to the homeowners, Lee and Dr. Michael Koone, in the redesign?They wanted a fresh look—something lighter than what they had before. They have a beautiful view, and the previous cabinets had wood moulding that went across the bay window over the sink and really enclosed that area. They wanted to open that up and accentuate the bay window. Michael is an avid birdwatcher, and they didn’t want anything to obstruct that view. We
even made sure there was a place for him to keep his binoculars over the kitchen sink.You built this design from scratch. Where did you start?I started with how they live their lives. They love to cook together, so that was something to keep in mind and base the kitchen around. I designed it to get a lot of use, and to be used by more than one person. We knew we wanted to do honed granite, because it’s beautiful. It has more of a matte, flat finish instead of being shiny. Then the lighting evolved from the granite we selected, and we just went from there.Why custom-built cabinets?Pre-fabricated cabinets are great, but for this particular kitchen, we really wanted something that reflected the homeowners’ personalities. We felt that custom-built would accomplish the look they were going for. It was a big kitchen with a big island and we wanted something
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The columns flanking the sink aren’t simply ornamental; they provide pull-out storage for spices and dishtowels. “We made great use of the space,” Lockhart says. “It’s a big kitchen, but they love to cook and they have a lot of stuff, so we made room for it.”
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Classic neutrals and modern touches create a sophisticated backdrop for the natural elements in the Koone’s kitchen. The clear-glass knobs allow the oil-rubbed bronze bases to shine. The sleek faucet and hardware combine modern lines with an aged look. Aged, heavy-iron drawer pulls create a striking contrast with custom-built drawers. Iron-and-glass light fixtures from Arhaus add character to the space over the island.
Design ResourcesInterior design Helen Lockhart, Red Chaise Designs, Conway, (501) 908-9388, redchaise.comContractor Richie Hambuchen, Hambuchen Custom Homes, Conway, (501) 472-8388
Appliances Metro Appliances & More, Jonesboro, (870) 933-7800; North Little Rock, (501) 758-1988; Springdale, (479) 750-2200, metroappliancesandmore.comCabinetry J&S Cabinet Concepts, Benton, (501) 776-1833Countertops Moix Marbleworks Inc., Conway, (501) 329-4883Fixtures Bedrock International, Little Rock, (501) 455-8380, bedrockintl.comPaint Benjamin Moore, locations statewide, benjaminmoore.comStaining, island Brudjar’s Custom Painting, Conway, (501) 472-6160Tile-flooring Bedrock International, Little Rock, (501) 455-8380, bedrockintl.comTile-glass Acme Brick, Tile & Stone, North Little Rock, (501) 812-5574, Fort Smith, (479) 782-7974, Russellville, (479) 968-6900, acmebricktileandstone.com
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Lanvin leather satchel. B.Barnett, Little Rock (501) 223-2514, bbarnett.com
Hobo leather messenger bag. Design Inspirations, Little Rock, (501) 372-7467
People colored jean. Tulips, Little Rock, (501) 614-7343, tulipsarkansas.com
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BeJe Designs agate cuff. Tulips, Little Rock, (501) 614-7343, tulipsarkansas.com
Gillian Julius multi-strand bracelet. Barbara Jean,
Little Rock, (501) 227-0054, barbarajean.com
Essie nail lacquer in “No More Film.” Glo Limited, Little Rock, (501) 224-8222, glolimited.com
The Lip Scrub by Sara Happ in Brown Sugar. Glo Limited, Little Rock, (501) 224-8222, glolimited.com
Laura Mercier eye color duet. Glo Limited, Little Rock, (501) 224-8222, glolimited.com
Vanessa Mooney silver, gold and rose gold hoop earrings. Beyond Cotton II, Little Rock, (501) 221-1539
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PAINT THE TOWN RED IN JONESBORO—home of the Arkansas State University Red Wolves, numerous shopping venues and more than 50 restaurants, private clubs and a thriving arts scene. The city known for its Southern hospitality is booming with activity and surrounded by some of the South’s most scenic lands.
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I.O. METRO1319 Stadium Blvd., Ste. E, Jonesboro, (870) 268-0913, iometro.comI.O. Metro is a specialty lifestyle and home furnishings retailer selling modern, one-of-a-kind and eclectic furniture, art and accessories. Through its innovative in-house product development team and network of sourcing options, I.O. Metro develops its unique style. It only takes one visit to this intriguing store to see that it offers a different kind of home furnishings shopping experience. I.O. Metro has the style you want at a price you can defi nitely afford. Free design service, unique style, great selection, and low prices enable I.O. Metro to satisfy customers’ desires, whether residential or commercial – which is the reason that I.O. Metro is also TV personality and designer Vern Yip’s go-to furniture store!
JONESBORO REGIONAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE1709 E. Nettleton, Jonesboro, (870) 932-6691, jonesborochamber.comBoth natural beauty and big-city appeal make Jonesboro a fantastic vacation destination. Spend time golfi ng at Sage Meadows on the Natural State Golf Trail, or enjoy a day of fi shing and other activities at the city and state parks. Visit Crowley’s Ridge Nature Center and The Mall at Turtle Creek along with many other unique shops, restaurants, and a charming downtown!
THAT FRENCH SHOPPE456 Southwest Dr., Jonesboro, (870) 336-1435, thatfrenchshoppe.netThe welcoming, well-appointed showroom at That French Shoppe features everything you need for the home, including upholstery, lighting, linens and accessories from lines such as Lee Industries, Rachel Ashwell Shabby Chic, Visual Comfort, Bella Notte, Pine Cone Hill, and Dash & Albert. Owner Leigh Montgomery seeks out timeless pieces with a traditional, European fl air that would complement any room. Her love of design led her to leave a career in pharmaceutical sales to open the shop two years ago, and her passion hasn’t waned. Shop the store or ask the friendly staff about their interior design services.
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S A Y B Y E B L A N D .Shop I.O. Metro for unique pieces at affordable prices. Hello, style!
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At Home in Arkansas features the top stores, services, destinations and more, spotlighting a different section of the state each month.
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E. Johns
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Aggie Rd.
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ARKANSAS DELTA BYWAYSP.O. Box 2050, Jonesboro, (870) 972-2803, deltabyways.comThe Arkansas Delta Byways—15 counties along the eastern side of Arkansas—are home to some of the best natural and cultural heritage in the state. It includes two of the fi rst national scenic byways, the Crowley’s Ridge Parkway and the Great River Road. The area is rich in musical heritage, especially gospel and the blues, starting in Osceola and continuing through Blytheville, West Memphis, Helena and Lake Village. Bed and breakfasts, museums and special attractions dot the entire route. Attractions include fi shing, hunting, camping, golf, horseback riding and more. Don’t miss the King Biscuit Blues Festival to be held October 4th-6th in Helena or the second Johnny Cash Music Festival, which will take place October 5th at the ASU Convocation Center.
SWANK3410 E. Johnson, Ste. A, Jonesboro, (870) 336-1620, pure-swank.comLiven up your interiors with a trip to Swank, offering an eclectic mix of transitional décor, art, rugs and accessories in their 12,500-square-foot showroom in the Shoppes at Hilltop. Swank is the preferred Candice Olson retailer in Northeast Arkansas and also includes wares from Bassett Design Center, Surya Rugs, Norwalk Furniture, Jaipur Home, Four Hands and O.I.J.—Offi ce Interiors of Jonesboro—for all your commercial furnishing needs. Now in their 6th year of business, Swank offers free interior design services from their accomplished design team. At Swank, unique is a state of mind and every piece is a conversation-starter.
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{CLINTON MUSEUM STORE}Celebrate beer and biking with a set of four Big Wheel bottle tumblers, $33, and handmade, recycled bike sculpture, $36. Clinton Museum Store, Little Rock’s River Market, (501) 748-0400
{EMBELLISH}Show your spirit in Arkansas t-shirts that are on target for tailgate season, $34. Embellish, Stuttgart, (870) 673-1831
{MILK & HONEY—A GIFT BOUTIQUE}Towne & Reese jewelry, worn by Emily Maynard of the Bachelorette. Available
{OBSESSIONS INTERIORS}Adorn your abode with this set of two metallic leaf decorative accents. Obsessions Interiors, Little Rock, (501) 868-9333
{BOX TURTLE}Get the layered look in the Biscayne hammered cross necklace, $27, and Anthurium cross and coin necklace, $53 from Box Turtle, Little Rock, (501) 661-1167, shopboxturtle.com
{THE FULL MOON}Chop like the pros with this bamboo cutting board and silicone measuring cup set, $59, while staying tear-free with onion goggles, $24. The Full Moon, Little Rock, (501) 663-4367
in many other styles worn on the show at Milk & Honey—A Gift Boutique, Little Rock, (501) 664-3200
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SCOTT McGEHEEAt Home with
OCCUPATION: Chef/Restaurateur at Arkansas eateries ZaZa, Big Orange and Local Lime, along with my business partner John Beachboard.
BEST KNOWN FOR: Developing gourmet food and restaurant concepts in Little Rock. I also worked at Chez Panisse Restaurant under renowned chef Alice Waters. My great grandmother, Ruby Thomas, started Red Apple Inn, and my father, Frank McGehee, opened Juanita’s and Blue Mesa Grill and developed all of the recipes for those restaurants.
LIVES IN: A ranch-style home built in 1967 in the Leawood area of Little Rock. The kitchen is a balance of rustic woods, white quartz, dark walnut butcher block and contemporary appliances and fi xtures, designed for someone who cooks every day and entertains frequently!
MY FAVORITE PART OF MY HOUSE IS: My kitchen is fi lled with all of the tools, spices and ingredients that allow me to cook delicious meals for friends and family. I love cooking – from the simplest home-style dishes for the kids to gourmet meals for friends. Another favorite spot is the back porch. It’s 65-feet long by 12-feet wide, covered, high off the ground and overlooks a dense forest. Nothing but crickets and cicadas, right in the middle of Little Rock!
I’M MOST AT HOME: Cooking and enjoying good food with friends and family.
Photography: Nancy Nolan
