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AUTUMN 2013
contents live artfully 27 what to
attend, serve, wear, tour, design, muse, collect, read
feature 84 mired mogul
home
collage
spotlight
57 business
141 project
Scheherazade shares the secret behind gleaming gems.
Partners 4, Design breathes new life into a ‘70s-era kitchen.
60 design driven
144 done deal
Union Place blends interior design and state-of-the-art technology.
63 guide
What to buy now.
68 wine 73 tour
The very best Chicago, New York and Los Angeles have to offer.
148 style
The hottest wheels to hug the road this season.
190 galleria 195 fashion
Mingle answers all your home-décor needs.
The top spring trends from New York Fashion Week.
154 design
202 history
The Minneapolis Club is built on tradition.
158 showcase
204 event
160 furnishings
208 beauty
White marble is white hot.
Skin Rejuvenation Clinic gets a new look and new treatments.
164 ims discoveries
211 collecting
168 details
220 art
171 build
227 profile
Gabberts hosts renowned designer Bob Timberlake.
The latest and greatest from International Market Square.
Hendel Homes is the master of micro-detailing.
Charles Cudd De Novo seamlessly blends European influences and contemporary conveniences.
176 remodel
An Edina family finds its dream home alongside a fairway panorama.
195
Glamorama remains the can’t-miss fashionable philanthropy event of the year.
A poignant look at this beloved pastime and unique local collections.
Kati Lovaas is an art collector’s best friend.
Debbie Fallon discovers a treasure trove while traveling in Spain.
232 collection
Christopher Cardozo prepares to share his Edward S. Curtis collection with the world.
238 watch
The value of an heirloom wows its owners.
240 back page
recurring 20 Artful Living
188 nice ride
A look inside the Galleria.
Edina earns its highest priced sale of the year.
TEA2 Architects makes dream homes a reality.
At Caymus Wine, vino is a family affair.
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Inside Philip Falcone’s wild ride from Chisholm hockey star to controversial billionaire.
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180 Marketplace
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Contributors based in Minneapolis.
Chris Lee is a freelance writer and editor based in Wayzata. She specializes in writing about design and architecture for local and national magazines.
Hayley Dulin is the managing editor of
Heidi Libera is a publication features producer, artist, designer and marketing director working with local and national clients in the arts, home and design industries.
Carolyn Crooke is a freelance writer
Artful Living.
Alyssa Ford has been covering the architecture and design scene since 2004. She has written for Midwest Home, Minnesota Monthly, the Star Tribune and many other publications. Ivy Gracie writes for publications in
the Twin Cities and Chicago. Her work has appeared in Mpls.St.Paul, Today’s Chicago Woman, Twin Cities Business, Twin Cities Statement and other publications. Gracie also has a blog at skinnyplus.blogspot.com.
Marguerite Happe is the digital editor
at Artful Living. She has written for USA Today, the Star Tribune and other publications.
Wendy Lubovich is a freelance writer living
in New York City. Formerly a news anchor at KSTP TV, she is a museum educator at the Frick Collection and the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum in Manhattan.
David Mahoney writes about travel, wine and the environment for a variety of national and regional magazines. He is a former senior editor at Sunset and the former editor of Minnesota Monthly.
Rudy Maxa is the host and executive producer
of Rudy Maxa’s World (maxa.tv) and a contributing editor with National Geographic Traveler.
Michael Nagrant is a Chicago-based food Joe Hart is a freelance writer, editor and
musician based in rural Wisconsin.
Elizabeth Foy Larsen is co-author of Unbored:
The Essential Field Guide to Serious Fun. Her writing has appeared in numerous national publications, including The New York Times, Los Angeles Times and Slate.com.
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writer who contributes regularly to Newcity, CS and the Chicago Sun Times. He’s the founder/editor of Hungry magazine (hungrymag.com) and a contributing author to the award-winning Alinea cookbook.
Karen S. Schneider is a freelance writer whose work has appeared in Glamour, Sports Illustrated and People, where she was a senior writer and editor for nearly 20 years. She specializes in celebrity profiles, fashion and beauty coverage, and business and personal speechwriting.
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Design Roars The Goldstein Museum of Design’s annual benefit channeled the era and elegance of Jay Gatsby. | BY MARGUERITE HAPPE PHOTOGRAPHY BY LAUREN CARPENTER
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In his blue gardens men and girls came and went like moths among the whisperings and the champagne and the stars,” F. Scott Fitzgerald wrote in The Great Gatsby. On a warm September evening in the gardens of a 1925 antique-filled home, Fitzgerald’s scene came alive with the patrons of the Goldstein Museum of Design as the very picture of Gatsby-esque elegance. The museum’s annual benefit took place in a historic home on Sunfish Lake, the ideal venue for a 1920s cocktail party. Commissioned by Dr. Harry B. Zimmerman as a family cottage in 1925, the home was designed by renowned St. Paul architect Edwin Lundie, a notable Minnesotan acknowledged to have created designs among the foremost of 20th century architects. The house has been occupied since 1980 by Robert J. Riesberg, one of the leading antique dealers in the Midwest. Wearing long strands of pearls and holding their signature Bootlegger cocktails, guests mingled as the sun set and cast the entire estate in a dusky golden glow illuminated by lanterns along stone paths. Each magical moment of the soiree was exemplary of the Goldstein Museum of Design, which raises money to support free exhibitions, a world-class collection and educational programs for all ages. And although he isn’t here to ask, we can be fairly certain that discovering pieces of history, telling the story behind them, and creating collaborations between collectors and designers is a goal that Fitzgerald’s Gatsby most certainly would have admired.
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Out of Africa Sotheby’s will auction Allan Stone’s landmark African art collection. | BY WENDY LUBOVICH
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n the early 20th century, Picasso famously looked to African art and masks when developing the groundbreaking cubist style of painting. With their elongated facial planes and almond-shaped eyes, the abstracted tribal artifacts were translated into early cubist works. That affinity between African art and modern painting was the near obsession of former New York City art dealer and collector Allan Stone, who often showed African art side by side with works from American abstract expressionist painters like Willem de Kooning and Franz Kline. Stone died in 2006, and this fall in New York, Sotheby’s will auction off his highly prestigious African, Oceanic and Indonesian art collection, one of the most important of its kind in the world. “His deep understanding of the aesthetics of artists from primary cultures is mirrored by his visionary focus on the many postwar artists whose careers were made at the Allan Stone Gallery through the 1960s and ’70s,” says Heinrich Schweizer, head of Sotheby’s African and Oceanic Art Department, New York. The collection is expected to fetch $20 million, with the first installment of the sale on November 15 and part two being held next year. The event is considered a landmark auction and one of the most important offerings of African art since the Helena Rubinstein collection in the 1960s. One remarkable aspect is the pristine condition of the artworks. Their original oily or crusty ritually applied surfaces remain intact, preserved perfectly like an African time capsule. Highlights are the many Songye Power figures, exceptionally rare works carved of wood in human or animal form. They were used in African ritual practice to harness spiritual forces for protection, healing or revenge. Among the most famous is the Songye Community Power Figure from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Standing 31 inches tall, it features a striking array of four animal horns oriented north, south, east and west. This figure alone is expected to sell for more than $1 million. “Allan Stone was a tastemaker and a visionary,” says Jean Fritts, international chair of Sotheby’s African and Oceanic Art Department, London. “The long-awaited sale of his collection presents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for private collectors and institutions around the world.”
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atin for “look ahead,” Prospice, a new novel from Karen Kelly, couldn’t be more aptly named. The story of loss, love and life — written in full, pitch-perfect detail — is an enthralling tale told from the perspective of multiple generations of contrasting but complementary females. There’s Caroline, left widowed to raise two girls on her own after World War II. Then there’s Dinah, her teenage daughter, trying to make sense of the changing world around her. And finally there’s sweet Jemima, whose endearingly blissful ignorance of social etiquette is all too age-appropriate. The learning curve is steep for all three of them as they encounter life’s curveballs: moving to Caroline’s childhood home, welcoming new members into their family and trying to navigate the rough waters that all too often accompany such change. Expertly written by Kelly, an Edina native, Prospice’s sometimes painfully truthful, intersecting plotlines will keep readers enthralled (in short, it’s the perfect book to get wrapped up in with a warm cup of tea in hand, nestled into a favorite armchair). There’s Caroline’s new love with an old flame. Then there’s the undeniable mutual attraction between Dinah and her new stepbrother. And of course sprinkled throughout are pieces of Jemima’s 6-year-old wisdom. The common theme throughout? The remarkable ability of these three distinct females to look ahead.
Prospice by Karen Kelly (Legitur Books, 2013) is available through Amazon.com and Barnes & Noble.
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The Polishing Touch The art of diamond polishing brings out the stone’s exquisite essence. | BY IVY GRACIE
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hat makes a diamond beautiful? The four Cs? Sure, cut, color, clarity and carat weight are important. But it turns out they don’t tell the whole story. What makes a diamond beautiful is something a little less obvious, something that happens behind the scenes. Long before it’s secured into a setting and nestled into a velvet box, a diamond’s true beauty is brought to life by the hand of an expert polisher. “The four Cs were created by scientists at the Gemological Institute of America to standardize diamond grading worldwide,” says Scott Rudd, president of Scheherazade Jewelers at the Galleria in Edina. “But the only one of those four that can be quantified consistently is carat weight. There are visual characteristics to the rarest, most beautiful diamonds that science doesn’t know how to quantify. I could show you two identical appraisals with identical four Cs, and one diamond will be so much prettier than the other.” Because all diamonds come from the same humble beginnings, finding the standout stones is a matter of seeing their potential.
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“When you buy diamonds, you get boxes of rough diamonds that come from the world’s diamond mines,” Rudd explains. “Rough diamond isn’t cut and polished; it’s just a diamond crystal.” And selecting the crystals that will yield the highest quality diamonds requires a well-trained eye. That’s one of the reasons Scheherazade teamed up with H.S. Diamonds, an Israel-based diamond supplier. “H.S. Diamonds are experts at picking diamond rough,” Rudd says. They’re also an industry leader in cutting and polishing, which is where the magic happens, according to Rudd. “The finer crystals are where it starts, but when an expert cutter and polisher gets one of those in his hands, it’s like Rembrandt when he’s got the right subject — he wants to make it his masterpiece. A really skilled diamond polisher will go over it and over it until he gets it right. That’s the only way a diamond reaches its total visual potential. That’s how you bring out the life in a diamond. And that’s H.S. Diamonds’ forte.” The company’s founder, Herzel Siton, got his starts as a diamond polisher in 1960 at age 15. Over the years, he became certified in cutting and polishing, and established himself as one of the most skilled polishers in the trade. In 1976, he established H.S. Diamonds; eventually he brought his sons, Guy and Nir, into the business. Since 2003, Scheherazade has been the exclusive representative
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for H.S. Diamonds in Minnesota. Ten years ago, a local diamond expert introduced Guy Siton to Rudd. “Guy was very impressed with Scheherazade,” he recalls. “He could see that our store would be the right showcase for the rare and expertly cut fine diamonds that H.S. Diamonds sells globally.” It didn’t hurt that there was already a Minnesota connection: Guy’s wife, Caryn, is a St. Louis Park native. “Guy is a diamond cutter and polisher who birthed this globally successful company,” says Rudd. “He once said that the most skilled polishers have an intense love for what they do and that an artistic eye is at the soul of what they do. What they produce is so special that it cannot be taught.”
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The first design included multiple flat-screen televisions, until the client saw the video wall creator in the Union Place show room. “This allows us to create moving tiles of video and a wider screen as well as move images around with the projector,” says Duggan. “We added a remote with an iPad controller that allows you to select and place images on the video wall.” Union Place interior designers, including Duggan’s wife, Maude, designed a sitting bar with dark wood to incorporate a structural beam in the center of the room and to create a more spacious layout. Says Brian: “We can address all aspects of the room so that it’s super-functioning in technology whether it is on or off — it isn’t a place you will have to apologize for if the television isn’t on.”
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All in the Family At Caymus Vineyards, blood is thicker than wine. | AS TOLD TO RUDY MAXA
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n 1971, Chuck Wagner and his parents began a Napa winery, Caymus Vineyards. Eleven years after his father’s death, Wagner continues the family tradition as winemaker and viticulturist along with his children.The family’s well-respected portfolio of wines is led by its Cabernet Sauvignon. Its Caymus Special Selection Cab is the only wine to be named the No. 1 wine in the world twice by Wine Spectator— no easy feat when going up against 10,000 competitors. We recently chatted with Wagner about his family’s newest ventures and breaking the vino rules. Artful Living: Pinot Noir became popular with the movie Sideways, and Merlot took it in the chin. But that was nine years ago, and your daughter, Jenny, is starting her own line of Merlot. Does this mean American wine buyers’ tastes have shifted again? Chuck Wagner: Who can guess the cycles? I don’t think there’s a winemaker in Napa who doesn’t realize Merlot can make a great wine.
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It’s one of the finest varieties in the world, and all would probably agree it’s at its low point in terms of image, so it has nowhere to go but up. Jenny has been diligent in pursuing a certain style — how to ferment it, how to age it — and I’m helping her with every bit of knowledge I have. AL: Three of your four children are in the business. Is that nature or nurture? CW: The wine business is a fantastic lifestyle: growing grapes, sharing a bottle with family and friends, being with Mother Nature, learning you’re not in control of Mother Nature. There are maybe 400 wineries in Napa producing Cabernet, and I haven’t tasted all of them, but I’ve never had two that were exactly the same. Everyone has a different idea of what a romantic lifestyle is and a different idea of what to do with the grapes when they arrive in the winery. I don’t think there is a business more competitive than ours. And competition has really brought Napa to the surface more
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quickly over the past couple decades. Our forefathers had the wisdom to implement an agricultural preserve that dictates only one home per 40 acres, so we’re in a beautiful, park-like valley in the middle of Northern California that’s become an important part of the wine world, not just the United States. There’s nothing slipping through the cracks here in Napa. If you’re going to make wine, you have to do it right. AL: How is California competing with lower-priced importers such as Argentina, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa? CW: What we have going for us is quality. At this point, we have an edge on quality, though once in a while there’s a spotlight wine that appears from one of those regions that’s pretty exceptional. The quality is diffused, however; there are a few making quality wines and a lot making ordinary wines. But as they employ more serious vinicultural and winemaking techniques, we should be cognizant of that.
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AL: How do you reassure folks who are just beginning to appreciate wine that not knowing everything on a wine list is not a faux pas? CW: If you’re out and want to enjoy a bottle of wine, I always trust the sommelier: “Tonight we’re having the chicken. Is there a wine you’d recommend?” Sommeliers love to give instruction. It starts with that, and a couple of times later, you’re someone who can call out the wines you want. I don’t like people who make so much out of wine — I’ve had plenty of halibut with a Caymus Cab. I break the rules because it tastes good to me.
“Everyone has a different idea of what a romantic lifestyle is and a different idea of what to do with the grapes when they arrive in the winery.” — CHUCK WAGNER
AL: What do you do when you take time off from work? CW: I visit different wine-growing regions in France, Germany, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Mexico, Chile and Argentina. There’s a kinship between vintners regardless of what continent you’re on. For vacation, I go to Maui. AL: What’s your ideal meal to accompany a bottle of your Cabernet? CW: Steak. Steak and a Cabernet is a match made in heaven. But I’ve also had it with pasta, halibut and cheese.
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Just steps from Carnegie Hall, Central Park and Bergdorf Goodman, the Quin Hotel stands at the very center of New York City culture and couture. Towering over the corner of 57th Street and Sixth Avenue, the 1920s edifice has been rebooted floor by floor, the most anticipated luxury hotel opening in years. “We wanted to stay true to the DNA of the hotel,” says General Manager Holly Waterbor-Breuche. “The arts have always been the centerpiece here, and they always will be.” The former Buckingham Hotel was once home to artists like Georgia O’Keeffe and Marc Chagall. The Quin builds on that artistic legacy, offering luxury service on a world stage.
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Designed for New Yorkers and guests, a dynamic lobby bar is perched street side with immersive views of the cityscape. An art gallery exhibits rotating works, while a “Quin attaché” curates individual experiences, from shopping adventures to concerts. Rooms are quietly stylish but luxurious. Duxiana mattresses have built-in massage pressure points and feel positively cloud-like. Toiletries from Fresh carry the most cooling scents, while in-room “provision cabinets” are filled with jewelry, cuff links and perfume — little indulgences to purchase on a whim. “We want to be the unhotel: intuitive, urban and unrivaled,” Waterbor-Breuche says.
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Darlings of the Williamsburg food movement, Rick and Michael Mast have always adored chocolate. They remember the luxurious childhood treat of chocolate milk, served in their grandmother’s Victorian farmhouse in Primghar, Iowa. “That’s where we learned what food should taste like: simple recipes and the purity of a little victory garden,” says Rick. This fall, they tap into those memories and more in Mast Brothers Chocolate: A Family Cookbook, which offers 100 recipes with a foreword by celebuchef Thomas Keller. From chocolate-chip cookies to steak with a cacao-nib rub, it’s a collection of very personal treats focusing on the very best ingredients. Step into the Mast Brothers factory and tasting room, and the chocolate scent imprints on your mind and stays there. The richness of cocoa blends with quirky tastes of smoke, chili pepper or Brooklyn-brewed coffee. Craft chocolate bars are wrapped in exquisite Italian papers and bundled together. Brownies, cookies and other baked goods are on offer as well. The Mast Brothers’ “bean to bar” craft chocolate is used in the best restaurants, from New York’s Per Se to Berkeley’s Chez Panisse. And now with their cookbook, the bearded brothers from Iowa are beginning a new chapter in their amazing chocolate adventure.
Stepping into the Brasserie Magritte on the Upper East Side is like entering a dream: part reality, part illusion. Clouds float across the ceiling, and intriguing paintings line the walls, copies of iconic works by Belgian surrealist artist René Magritte. “I am a painter, so I’ve always loved Magritte,” says the eatery’s co-owner, Shohn Donaghy. “And I’m obsessed with beer.” Indeed, “cooking with beer” is the idea here, and every dish has some brew component to it, whether cooked, sauced or marinated in ale. Donaghy taps into Belgian family recipes, which are the basis for dishes like stoofvlees (slow-cooked beef stew) and duck breast with black cherry–beer reduction. Mussels and Belgian fries offer four intriguing broth-flavored options. Open for less than a year, Brasserie Magritte has become known for its monthly “Stranger Dinners,” where 14 guests come together for a nine-course menu with beer-infused offerings. Carefully chosen food fans, special guests and brew connoisseurs take part in a blind tasting, showcasing how beer enhances flavors, both savory and sweet. “We were intrigued by the concept of combining art, food and beer,” says the affable Donaghy. “Up to now, many New Yorkers equated beer with a Yankees game. But there is so much more to explore.”
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Nestled in the foothills of the Santa Monica Mountains, Four Seasons Westlake Village is an idyllic escape from the hustle and bustle of Los Angeles. After landing at LAX, take the scenic route 40 miles north on the iconic Pacific Coast Highway. Get lost in the stunning views of the coast and proceed through the rolling hills of Malibu as you wind your way to the picturesque Westlake Village community. Upon arrival, you will feel a deep sense of serenity. Four Seasons Westlake Village was created as a wellness destination, and that theme is evident in the décor, landscaping, restaurants and spa. Walking into the lobby is pure luxury. With gleaming marble, regency-style mahogany furnishings and opulent upholstery, not even the slightest detail is overlooked. The property has 243 richly appointed guest rooms and 27 luxurious suites, all dressed in classic décor — stately furnishings and floral artwork specially selected to reflect the beauty of the gardens outside — complemented by brightly colored accents. Nine acres of lush gardens surround the property. Amid more than 25,000 plants, flowers and exotic foliage varieties, guests take pleasure in leisurely strolls while passing a spectacular waterfall, giant sequoia trees, a chef’s greenhouse and garden, and a genuine Chinese pagoda. Set within the landscaped gardens is the serenity pool. Relax in one of the 10 poolside cabanas, where you are pampered with all of the amenities of a luxe hotel room: music, reading material, games, fruit-infused water and snacks. Or lounge on one of the plush chairs surrounding the pool as the dedicated staff caters to your every desire. Need sunscreen? They have that covered. A refreshing spritzer? They can get that, too. A poolside menu with healthy entrées and snacks is also available. The real draw for visitors and locals alike is the 41,000-square-foot spa. Winner of numerous accolades, including being named one of the top spas in America by Condé Nast Traveler, the spa is a nurturing retreat. Before your treatment, relax in one of the orchid-filled lounges as you sip cucumber water or an assortment of herbal teas in one of the plushest robes. You then will be led to one of 28 luxury treatment rooms, all with private terraces. The four luxury spa suites, perfect for couples or small groups, feature individual patios and plunge pools, day beds, changing areas, whirlpool tubs, and private entrances from the gardens. The spa offers a variety of body treatments, facials, massages and dermatology services through its partnership with the California Health & Longevity Institute. The DNA Exfoliating Growth Factor Facial, exclusive to the spa, provides comprehensive care for stressed or photo-damaged skin. Or opt for one of the 12 signature massages. After a stay at Four Seasons Westlake Village, you are sure to leave feeling revitalized and re-energized.
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ITALIAN DREAM Get caught up in the romance at Il Cielo.
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Il Cielo, 9018 Burton Way, Los Angeles 310-276-9990 // ilcielo.com
Arriving at this Beverly Hills landmark, you will feel as though you have been whisked away to the Italian countryside. Italian for “the sky,” Il Cielo has an elegant and romantic ambiance. As owner Pasquale Vericella explains, “I want our guests to feel completely at home and comfortable, and be surrounded by nature, beauty and magic. Il Cielo is about all things authentic: fresh food and fresh air in a beautiful garden setting.” And that is what you’ll get. Surrounded by lush gardens and climbing vines, the lovely courtyard is strung with white glittering lights and chandeliers that cast an enchanting glow on the outdoor dining space. An entrancing cottage, with its white walls and sky-painted ceiling, is ablaze with candles, dim lighting and a roaring fire. Adding to the pleasure of a wonderful evening at Il Cielo is the truly solicitous service. Every need is met from the moment you are seated. Libation and meal recommendations are gladly given, and a basket of freshly baked focaccia begins the true Italian culinary experience. The menu consists of fresh ingredients that make up classic Italian dishes, like the crisp calamari, antipasto platter, creamy risotto, and linguine with sautéed vegetables. The kitchen makes all pasta, bread and decadent desserts from scratch. For the main course, order the pappardelle sorrentine topped with a fresh cherry-tomato sauce and a whole Maine lobster. And be sure to save room for the tiramisu served with warm berry compote. Buon appetito!
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STYLE FOR ALL A Pacific Palisades fashion palace keeps the West Coast clothed in the latest trends.
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Elyse Walker, 15306 Antioch St., Pacific Palisades 310-230-8882 // elysewalker.com
Elyse Walker’s eponymous upscale boutique for fashion-savvy women carries everything from contemporary clothing and accessories to sought-after labels like Alexander McQueen and Givenchy. Known not just for its carefully curated merchandise, the 6,500-square-foot shop has a reputation for sharp stylists with extensive experience.These fashion gurus are committed to helping customers navigate the current trends so they can look and feel their absolute best. If a trip to the West Coast is not in the perceivable future, the brick-and-mortar retailer launched the e-commerce site Forward by Elyse Walker last year. The site offers the same mix of mid- to high-end labels as the store.
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LUXURY OVERLOAD A new outlet mall is a shopper’s paradise.
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Fashion Outlets of Chicago 5220 Fashion Outlets Way, Rosemont 847-928-7500 // fashionoutletsofchicago.com
Fashion Outlets of Chicago is the first fully enclosed outlet mall to come to Chicagoland in more than two decades. Open as of August 1, the 530,000-square-foot luxury retail destination is just minutes from O’Hare International Airport and 15 miles from downtown Chicago. The mall features more than 130 stores, including Bloomingdale’s The Outlet Store, Last Call by Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth, Tory Burch, Ports 1961 and Barneys New York. In addition to featuring a highly interactive visual-art collection, Fashion Outlets of Chicago offers two upscale dining options, Prasino and Villagio. The shopping destination also features a first-of-its-kind concierge service, operated by TSA-certified BAGS Inc., that gives travelers the option to check luggage and print boarding passes directly from the mall. Integrating travel, retail, art and dining in a new, unprecedented way, Fashion Outlets of Chicago is a must-visit destination when traveling to the Windy City.
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The James Hotel, 55 E. Ontario St., Chicago 312-337-1000 // jameshotels.com
The intersection of Rush and Ontario might as well be named “The Center of Everything.” Just steps from the Magnificent Mile and in the midst of Chicago’s best shopping and dining, it’s a hub of urban activity. And the James Hotel plays host to tourists who want in on the action. Quintessentially boutique, the James offers a modern-day interpretation of luxury. Sleek and minimalist without being cold, the hotel is home to David Burke’s Primehouse, a tourist and townie favorite that serves up an omnivore’s orgy of foie gras, dry-aged steaks and seafood. Upstairs, classic guest rooms, suites and two-bedroom penthouse lofts are available, along with a number of apartment-style suites, complete with living room, bedroom, dining area and snack bar. All accommodations feature soothing, neutral palettes, wood floors, reproductions of Mies van der Rohe chairs and Saarinen tables, marble and slate bathrooms, plasma televisions, MP3 docks, and artwork by Chicago artists. There’s no excuse for missing a workout: The hotel has a 2,500-squarefoot fully equipped fitness center. And relaxation is de rigueur at Spa by Asha, which offers massages, facials, waxing and other specialty Aveda treatments. Complimentary car service will take guests anywhere within the central business district, and complimentary concierge services are available 24/7. And pets are top dog at the James, where they can indulge in pooch spa services and a Primehouse pet menu. At the James, the accommodations are among the best in town, and just outside the door, the best of Chicago awaits. Who says you can’t have it all?
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There are almost as many steak houses in Chicago as there are opinions. Quantity, however, doesn’t mean diversity. They are mostly mirror images of each other, temples of red leather with walls adorned with autographed glossies of old, faded celebrities, slinging trays of meat and potatoes as big as Jay Leno’s head. That is, until Bavette’s came along. Bavette’s is different, because while it does serve steak, it is also a time machine, a portal to the late 1920s and early ’30s. It is candlelit, mirrored and adorned with cushy semi-circle banquettes. A tremulous-voiced chanteuse is always crooning, while bartenders with thick Windsor knots and waist-cinching vests pour excellent pre-prohibition cocktails (Bavette’s punch, a floral elixir of rum, maraschino and grapefruit, will sneak up on you). The bone-in ribeye served with béarnaise larded with what seems like a stick of butter is rich, but it doesn’t have a thing on the heart-stopping hunk of cognac-perfumed foie gras terrine dripping with plump, house-made blackberry jam. The fried chicken, a basket of crackling-crisp, juicy-to-the-bone legs and thighs, will also make your cardiologist an unhappy man. But, there is very little that is light here. And that’s sort of the point, for Bavette’s is about luxuriant indulgence. Still, the Caesar salad, which subs whitefish (a smoky, light improvement) for the usual grilled chicken, feels fairly lean — that is if you don’t think about what’s in the dressing.
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The Most Powerful Minnesotan You’ve Never Heard Of How Philip Falcone went from bust to gangbusters (and maybe back again). |
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hilip Falcone is cooked as a hedgefund manager, and he doesn’t seem to care. According to Dealbreaker, when the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) told him this summer he was barred from the industry for five years, Falcone said, “Screw your five, make it 10.” In fact, some Wall Street insiders think the overnight billionaire from Chisholm has long been frustrated with hedge funds and the needy, trigger-happy investors that come with them. “The truth of the matter is, his heart hasn’t been in money managing for a long time,” wrote Dealbreaker executive editor Bess Levin in August. “Now that he’s free of distractions, he can focus on his one true passion project.” That project is LightSquared, a company that, if it ever gets going, would be the nation’s first wholesale wireless network. But that’s a very big “if.” If LightSquared fizzles or is sold off piecemeal, Falcone still has Harbinger Group, his diversified holding company. But even that isn’t a sure thing. Jake “Jaws” Zamansky, the high-profile securities attorney and Forbes columnist, filed a class-action suit against Falcone in February 2012. It alleges that he essentially tried to use a distressed-debt hedge fund to bankroll a tech start-up (LightSquared). On August 30, the New York Post reported that Falcone’s hedge investors were “eyeing ways to unlock value in the holding company’s assets.” Indeed, there may come a day when the
most successful vulture-fund manager of a generation sees his own financial bones picked clean by ex-investors.
Philip was an overnight billionaire and didn’t waste any time pulling together the trappings of true wealth. Philip Falcone was born on Bastille Day 1962, the grandson of a Yugoslav immigrant who dug iron ore in a Minnesota mine for nearly 40 years. When Falcone was six, his father, the Chisholm water superintendent, was indicted of misuse of public money. (He had city employees do remodeling work on the mayor’s cabin and partially furnished it with city funds.) Henry Falcone decided to start fresh in Iowa, but his wife, Caroline, didn’t go with him. She stayed in Minnesota to raise young Philip and his eight older siblings by herself. Like many kids with hard-luck home lives, he found serenity in sports, banging around hockey pucks for hours until the rink lights went out. Philip was gifted on the ice and led the Chisholm High School Blue Streaks on a 12-game winning spree in 1979 that caught the eyes of college recruiters. It was hockey that gave Philip his first break. He was recruited to play for the Harvard Crimson, getting not only a discounted Ivy League education and a
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collegiate hockey career, but all the ultraimportant contacts that turned a tough kid from the Iron Range into a Wall Street insider. His next big break came in 2001. After 16 years of trading high-interest junk bonds on Wall Street, Philip got a $25-million investment from Alabama-based Harbert Management Corporation to start a “distressed” hedge fund, an elegant name for a vulture fund. (Distress investors buy troubled or risky businesses then agitate for management change or profit-yielding mergers.) Five years later, he got a third stroke of luck. In early 2006, Philip started buying bonds of down-and-out homebuilding suppliers, thinking that mergers would eventually yield nice profits. But industry people on the ground told him it wasn’t reality, that the homebuilding market was soft despite the high-flying real-estate market. Philip took this as an omen of truth and did a little digging of his own, eventually converting himself to the idea that the housing market was just about to tumble over a cliff thanks to subprime lending. He dumped all of his housing-related holdings and aggressively bet against any mortgages that were dallying in subprime. Then, in 2007, it all happened just as he had predicted. Philip was an overnight billionaire and didn’t waste any time pulling together the trappings of true wealth. He bought himself a Gulfstream V private jet, a $39-million oceanfront estate in the French West Indies and the $49-million former Manhattan
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home of Penthouse Publisher Bob Guccione, one of the largest private homes in New York City. He also bought 30 percent of the Minnesota Wild hockey team, becoming the eighth billionaire owner of a hockey franchise. Out of this money and publicity deluge emerged the story of a most fascinating woman: Lisa Maria (Velasquez) Falcone, Philip’s wife and the mother of his twin daughters, Liliana and Carolina, now eight. Born in Spanish Harlem to a Puerto Rican single mom, Lisa Maria was working as a model when she met Philip at a carefully arranged mixer for Wall Streeters and gorgeous women. (Though now a little overplasticized at 49, Lisa could still be a Natalie Imbruglia look-alike.) The couple met in 1992, a year after Philip defaulted on a hairbrush company he had bought out of a bankruptcy court. Lisa Maria often tells reporters that the duo slept on an air mattress in a crummy apartment when they first got together. The timing works so that the story is very possibly true. Philip’s money tsunami allowed Lisa Maria to blossom into a true eccentric, a kind of El Barrio Liberace in wild couture and spindle-thin, seven-inch heels. Even more than Philip, with his hockey hair and tea-shade glasses, it is Lisa Maria who has captured the imagination of the media elite with her taste for all things wacky. Among the juiciest tidbits: She hired little people to act as waiters at a Wizard of Oz–themed birthday party for the twins. She has a full bar in her closet. She has a pet potbellied pig who is trained to play the piano. And she was once spotted playing soccer in Central Park in a full-length Lanvin gown. W did a big spread on Lisa Maria in 2010, and Vanity Fair hired one of its biggest writer/rock stars, Bethany McLean, to profile the Falcones in 2011. New York Magazine is all but a Lisa Maria groupie, breathlessly capturing her every outing, outfit and mishap. (The latest
Philip Falcone’s Empire African Medical Investments: private hospitals in
one involves Mrs. Falcone crashing her Mercedes in the Hamptons and being arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol and prescription medication.) It’s the money that makes them so glittery and outlandish, of course. But even if the fortune gets wiped away by LightSquared, the SEC and the lawsuit, Phil tells people he’s a hockey player and he’s never afraid to drop the mitts — or to start all over. He echoed that sentiment in a commencement address at Chisholm High School in June: “Don’t regret, take risks, dare to fail,” he told the 39 graduating seniors. “Just don’t forget to get yourself back up by those bootstraps.”
Frederick’s of Hollywood: racy lingerie; Harbinger Group has controlling interest.
Mozambique, Tanzania and Zimbabwe; Harbinger Capital Partners has majority interest.
FrontStreet Re: Bermuda-based life and annuity re-insurer; subsidiary of Harbinger Group.
Asian Coast Development: vacation resorts and casinos in
Manischewitz Company: matzo, egg noodles and other Jewish foodstuffs; Harbinger Capital Partners has controlling interest.
Vietnam; Harbinger Global Corp. has controlling interest.
Augere: Bangladesh telecom start-up; Harbinger Capital Partners
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EXCO Resources: Harbinger Group has 75-percent stake in the
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Five Island Asset Management: subsidiary of Harbinger Group.
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Skywater India: clean-water technology; Harbinger Capital Partners has 49-percent stake. Spectrum Brands: consumer products including Rayovac batteries, Black & Decker appliances, Stanley Hand Tools, Kwikset locks, and Hot Shot bug killer; subsidiary of Harbinger Group.
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feature || mired mogul Philip Falcone’s Wild Ride 1990:
With a buddy, buys AAB Manufacturing, a troubled consumerproducts company.
July 14, 1961:
Is born in Chisholm, the last of Henry and Caroline Falcone’s nine children.
December 1979: Leads the Chisholm hockey team on a 12-win streak, culminating in a 6-5 defeat of Grand Rapids, the Minnesota hockey powerhouse.
1991:
Loses everything, including electricity in his apartment, when AAB defaults.
1995:
Starts trading junk bonds again, this time at First Union Capital Markets.
March 1983:
1997:
Begins as a trader at Gleacher Natwest. Marries a former model from Spanish Harlem, Lisa Maria Velasquez.
Reaches the NCAA championship game with his Harvard Crimson, but the Wisconsin Badgers take the big prize, 6-2.
Starts as a trader at Barclays Capital.
June 1984:
2001:
Graduates from Harvard with a degree in economics.
1984:
Signs with the Malmö Redhawks, in Sweden’s secondhighest hockey league.
1985:
Sustains a thigh injury and leaves the Redhawks. Gets a job at Kidder, Peabody & Co. trading junk bonds.
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2006:
With $5 billion under management, enjoys gangbuster success. Changes the name of his fund to Harbinger Capital Partners.
2006:
Bets heavily against HBOS and other high-flying subprime lenders.
2007:
Fall 1980:
Enters Harvard University to play forward on the hockey team.
an Indian company for a $500-million profit. Buys stock in SkyTerra, a satellite and radio communications company.
1998:
Harbert Management Corporation invests $25 million with Philip to launch a new hedge fund, the Harbert Distressed Investment Master Fund.
2004:
Buys $25 million worth of convertible bonds in an Australian mining company; later sees his invest grow to $3.7 billion. Purchases a New Jersey–based soda ash producer out of bankruptcy court; later sells it to
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The subprime mortgage crash balloons Phil’s fund by 114 percent, earning him a personal return of $1.5 billion.
Minnesota Wild hockey team.
2008:
Harbinger manages $26 billion, becoming one of the largest hedge funds in the world. At the same time, investors begin pulling out their money due to widespread market anxiety. In 2008, Harbinger returns $9.5 billion to investors. Takes a $113-million loan from his hedge fund to pay his taxes. Puts together an ownership group, Northern Lights Hockey, to rebuild the Dubuque, Iowa, hockey franchise.
Late 2009:
Sells his share of the New York Times Company for less than half of what he paid.
2010: February 2008:
With Lisa Maria, buys Penthouse Publisher Bob Guccione’s townhouse in Manhattan for $49 million, a residence designed to look like the set of Caligula. They immediately begin a $10-million renovation.
April 2008:
Signs on as minority owner of the
An Air Force commander testifies before a House committee that LightSquared would interfere “with virtually every GPS receiver out there.”
July 2011:
Vanity Fair profile calls the Falcones a real-life version of The Great Gatsby.
Fall 2009:
2008:
Buys 20 percent of the New York Times Company.
March 2011:
Harbinger manages $9 billion, down considerably from 2008. Phil completes the buyout of SkyTerra, renames it LightSquared and invests $3 billion to get it off the ground.
January 2011:
Gets a critical waiver from the Federal Communications Commission to move ahead with LightSquared.
influence of alcohol and prescription drugs.
May 9, 2013:
Harbinger announces in a quarterly report that Philip has reached a tentative deal with the SEC to pay an $18-million fine and not work as an investment adviser for two years.
July 19, 2013:
The SEC votes down the settlement; the chair says the agreement is “not tough enough.”
August 9, 2013: February 2012:
Lawyer Jake Zamansky files a civil suit in Manhattan federal court against Phil and Harbinger, claiming he breached his fiduciary duty by investing 60 percent of the fund in LightSquared. Zamansky represents former investors who say they lost $2 billion on LightSquared.
May 2012:
LightSquared files for bankruptcy.
June 2012:
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) files civil charges against Phil, alleging he took a loan from his hedge fund to pay a personal tax bill.
September 2012: Lisa Maria crashes her 2004 Mercedes in Bridgehampton, Conn. She is charged with driving under the
Harbinger sues Deere & Company, Garmin International, Trimble Navigation, the U.S. GPS Industry Council, and the Coalition to Save Our GPS, alleging bad-faith negotiations.
August 6, 2013:
Harbinger sues Charles Ergen and Dish Network, claiming he is colluding with another hedge fund to wrestle away control of LightSquared.
August 19, 2013:
Harbinger Capital and Phil agree to admit wrongdoing in a settlement with the SEC. He pays an $18-million fine and is banned from working as an investment adviser for five years.
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The Biggest Bet Five questions about LightSquared, Philip Falcone’s pet project.
What’s his big idea? Philip Falcone wants to build a high-speed network that would data-connect more smart devices, such as smartphones and tablets. In theory, this network would particularly benefit rural areas that are terribly underserved in the current wireless broadband marketplace as well as add healthy competition where there are now just two big kahunas, Verizon and AT&T. Consumer groups, such as Public Knowledge, are particularly jazzed about LightSquared because it would be the nation’s first nondiscriminatory wholesale wireless service, meaning it would lease its broadband turf to phone providers, tech companies, government agencies or anyone who needs access to a cross-country network. If small phone-service providers — who now are forced into draconian roaming contracts with Verizon or AT&T — had their “own” wireless network, mobile prices would plummet for consumers, data service would theoretically improve and more people would have Internet access.
If this is such a great idea, why hasn’t it already happened? Because it’s very expensive. The infrastructure plan calls for 40,000 base stations, and even after everything is built, LightSquared predicts it would cost at least $30 billion to operate and maintain that infrastructure for five years. Many companies have tried and failed. (Fallen heroes include Frontline, DBSD and TerreStar.)
But Falcone is swimming in money, right? Yes, but there’s more to it than just money. A wireless network uses long-wave radio frequencies called radio spectrum. There’s only so much spectrum, and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) not only sells the rights to transmit over certain bands of spectrum but also regulates the whole enterprise. LightSquared purchased the rights to a cheap block of spectrum in the L-band, near where Global Positioning Systems (GPS) operate. The FCC’s approval of LightSquared is conditional on the requirement that it doesn’t interfere with GPS.
Well does it? Yes. Federal agencies have tested it extensively, and LightSquared is too “loud” to not interfere with GPS. Having the two side by side in the radio spectrum is akin to having an intimate conversation in one room and a Norwegian death-metal concert in the next.
So what does that mean? That LightSquared might be out of luck. The company has already filed for bankruptcy. Without a green-light from the FCC, there’s no business. It recently championed the idea of swapping places on the spectrum with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Preliminary tests show that this might fix the problem, but now capital is tight, nerves are frayed, and Charles Ergen, cofounder of Dish Network, seems to be attempting a kind of takeover while LightSquared tries to emerge from bankruptcy court. Analysts say that if Falcone pulls out a win in the last period, so to speak, it will be a miracle.
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|| edina 3328 WEST 55TH STREET EDINA, MN
Creekside Perfection Spectacular European-inspired home nestled among the treetops on the banks of Minnehaha Creek. A spacious gourmet kitchen with fireplace and dining all capture the incredible views, the perfect place to entertain. Amazing thought to design, flow and detail make this home truly unique, offering multiple family rooms on every level, a great family home and place for all to enjoy. The private creekside backyard has multiple decks and patios, and will remind you of a northwoods retreat, yet it is just blocks to 50th & France, nearby parks, and biking trails. Offered at $1,595,000 Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 5
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|| chanhassen + chaska + eden prairie + hopkins + golden valley + maple grove + plymouth + victoria
6560 Troendle Circle Chanhassen, MN
8768 Bellevue Court Chanhassen, MN
303 W 77th Street Chanhassen, MN
7055 Sarah Drive Chaska, MN
17747 Ballantrae Circle Eden Prairie, MN
2 1/2 St. Albans Road East Hopkins, MN
Offered at $775,000 Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 4 Mike Buenting TEL: 612-327-4277
Offered at $449,000 Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 3 Jim Schwarz TEL: 612-251-7201
Offered at $899,900 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 4 Spencer + Carlson TEL: 612-743-7384
Offered at $535,000 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 5 Spencer + Carlson TEL: 612-743-7384
Offered at $899,000 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 4 Hornig + Regan TEL: 952-230-3159
Offered at $549,000
Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 4
Smith + Roffers TEL: 612-867-5667 jacob.smith@sothebysrealty.com
4325 Sussex Road Golden Valley, MN
14489 63rd Place North Maple Grove, MN
18765 11th Avenue N Plymouth, MN
8185 Kelzer Pond Drive Victoria, MN
Offered at $799,900 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3 Todd Shipman TEL: 612-382-4550
Offered at $524,900 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 3 The Haas Team TEL: 612-968-4227
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Offered at $524,900 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 3 Senefelder + Serdar TEL: 612-743-7384
Offered at $749,900 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 4 Jim Schwarz TEL: 612-251-7201
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4309 Lake Harriet Parkway Minneapolis, MN Offered at $1,845,000 Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 5
|| minneapolis + golden valley
Smith + Roffers TEL: 952-237-1100 frank.roffers@sothebysrealty.com Located on Lake Harriet near the Rose Garden, this magnificent renovation blends sophisticated spaces with innovation to offer an utterly up-to-date lifestyle. Warm and welcoming, this home is a showcase of the best of the past and present, timeless luxury.
1875 Kyle Place Golden Valley, MN Offered at $1,250,000 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 4
Smith + Roffers TEL: 612-867-5667 jacob.smith@sothebysrealty.com This distinctively stunning home set on 1.4 acres on Sweeney Lake is only five minutes from downtown Minneapolis. Privately situated at the end of a cul-de-sac, the home features an open floor plan with expansive lake views and can be combined with two additional lots available to create a private 2.6acre estate.
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16 Twenty Lofts Minneapolis, MN
|| minneapolis
Offered at $3,775,000 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 6 Hertz + Gerberding TEL: 612-578-6188
Offered at $999,000- $1,499,900 Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 3 Nelson + Ganje + Partners TEL: 612-328-1825
215 10th Avenue South #623 Minneapolis, MN
421 River Street Minneapolis, MN
2055 Sheridan Avenue South Minneapolis, MN
2606 West 40th Street Minneapolis, MN
Offered at $699,900 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 3 Ben Ganje + Partners TEL: 612-460-5683
Offered at $1,100,000 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 5 Hornig + Regan TEL: 952-230-3159
Linden Crossing Minneapolis, MN
Offered at $660,000-$1,460,000 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2 Nelson + Ganje + Partners TEL: 612-460-5683
1518 West 22nd Street Minneapolis, MN
Offered at $895,000 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 4 David Abele TEL: 612-281-2022
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Offered at $698,000 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 4 David Abele TEL: 612-281-2022
Offered at $999,900 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3 Nelson + Ganje + Partners TEL: 612-460-5638
5042 Colfax Avenue South Minneapolis, MN
Offered at $899,000 Bedrooms: 6 Bathrooms: 4 Anne Shaeffer TEL: 612-759-1846
500 East Grant Street #2410 Minneapolis, MN
Offered at $799,900 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 3 Ben Ganje + Partners TEL: 612-460-5638
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|| edina 5090 KELSEY TERRACE EDINA, MN
West Ridge Farm in Edina Wonderful opportunity to build your dream home in Parkwood Knolls of west Edina. Choose from sizable lots on ponds with sunset views and quiet cul-de-sac streets. Custom features and quality finishes are the hallmark of every Carl M. Hansen home. Your vision and our attention to every detail create a signature space that reflects your style and taste, providing timeless beauty for generations to come. This luxury model is complete and is a stunning reflection of our state-of-the-art custom homes with distinctive architecture, precision craftsmanship, and exacting standards of design and finish. Offered at $1,995,000 Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 7
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|| minneapolis + north oaks + eagan + lakeville + prior lake + waconia + maiden rock + edina + ely + new prague
4901 13th Avenue South Minneapolis, MN
3 Chipmunk Lane North Oaks, MN
712 McFaddens Trail Eagan, MN
16000 County Road 5 Lakeville, MN
2801 Cougar Path NW Prior Lake, MN
6980 Laketown Parkway Waconia, MN
Maidenwood Estate Maiden Rock, MN
5222 Green Farms Road Edina, MN
Offered at $599,900 Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 4 Leah Drury TEL: 612-702-4097
Offered at $525,000 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3 Spencer + Carlson TEL: 612-743-7384
Offered at $549,000 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 4 Jim Schwarz TEL: 612-251-7201
Offered at $799,900 Bedrooms: 6 Bathrooms: 6 Ben Ganje + Partners TEL: 612-460-5638
1455 Grant McMahan Boulevard Ely, MN
Offered at $1,195,000 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 4 Todd Shipman TEL: 612-382-4550
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Offered at $569,900 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3 Ben Ganje + Partners TEL: 612-460-5638
Offered at $599,000 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Todd Shipman TEL: 612-382-4550
Offered at $695,0000 Acres: 30 Jim Schwarz TEL: 612-251-7201
Offered at $499,900
Acres: 44
Smith + Roffers TEL: 952-237-1100 frank.roffers@sothebysrealty.com
24754 Cedar Lane New Prague, MN
Offered at $694,731 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 4 Hornig + Regan TEL: 952-230-3159
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|| minneapolis 2262 W LAKE OF THE ISLE PARKWAY MINNEAPOLIS, MN
Thoughtfully Updated Stylish Colonial Revival Extraordinary renovations seamlessly pair unparalleled amenities and finishes with authentic architectural design. Meticulous maintenance crowns this among the jewels of the Lake of the Isles. Offered at $3,295,000 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 5
Debbie McNally Group 612-388-1790
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8 Spur Road Edina, MN
8 Antrim Terrace Edina, MN
4506 Oak Drive Edina, MN
3930 W 49th Street Edina, MN
5109 Ridge Road Edina, MN
5036 Park Terrace Edina, MN
3 Cooper Avenue Edina, MN
4949 Poppy Lane Edina, MN
4515 Moorland Avenue Edina, MN
50 Woodland Circle Edina, MN
Offered at $1,695,000 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3 Hornig + Regan TEL: 952-230-3159
Offered at $1,100,000 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 4 Anne Shaeffer TEL: 612-759-1846
Offered at $849,900 Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 4 Jim Grandbois TEL: 612-229-5415
Offered at $800,000 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3 Dan Hollerman TEL: 952-292-1100
Offered at $1,525,000 Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 4 Anne Shaeffer TEL: 612-759-1846
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Offered at $1,449,999 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 4 Senenfelder + Serdar TEL: 612-743-7384
Offered at $850,000 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 4 Don Edam TEL: 612-840-7638
Offered at $840,000 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 3 Don Edam TEL: 612-840-7638
Offered at $650,000 Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 4 Anne Shaeffer TEL: 612-759-1846
Offered at $1,495,000 Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 5 Anne Shaeffer TEL: 612-759-1846
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|| edina 5020 BLAKE ROAD SOUTH EDINA, MN
Private Estate Close to Interlachen Country Club Spectacular private estate on 3+ acres with superb finishes and classic details. The main residence and carriage house overlook the beautiful landscaped grounds, mature trees and Mirror Lake. The main residence has five bedrooms, six bathrooms and three heated garage stalls. The library features a grand fireplace, private terrace, and wall of custom bookcases with a hidden staircase. The center island kitchen adjoins a sunny family room with fireplace and beautiful inlaid hardwood floors. Five upper level bedrooms include the owner’s suite with a private balcony, sitting/dressing room with large walk-in closet, and Art-Deco inspired master bath. A lower level cinema seats twelve. The two story carriage house has one bedroom, two bathrooms and six heated garage stalls. Minutes to Interlachen Country Club. Offered at $2,995,000 Bedrooms: 6 Bathrooms: 8
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|| edina + wayzata + st. paul + minnetonka + orono
Offered at $1,195,000 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3 Anne Shaeffer TEL: 612-759-1846
Regatta Wayzata, MN
6305 Rose Court Edina, MN
Offered at $650,000 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3 Anne Shaeffer TEL: 612-759-1846
538 Dove Court St. Paul, MN
Offered from $530,000 - $925,000 Beth Ulrich TEL: 952-473-2089
Offered at $599,900 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 4 The Aul Team TEL: 612-787-7477
125 Wiloughby Way East Minnetonka, MN
2609 Sheffield Circle South Minnetonka, MN
Offered at $649,000 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 4 Adam Fonda TEL: 612-308-5008
2825 Little Orchard Way Orono, MN
Price Upon Request Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 10 Hornig + Regan TEL: 952-230-3159
3799 Casco Avenue Orono, MN
Offered at $699,900 Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 5 The Haas Team TEL: 612-968-4227
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Offered at $649,900 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3 Joanne Hitch TEL: 952-240-4635
2100 Shadywood Road Orono, MN Non-MLS
Offered at $3,000,000 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 5 Jeff Hornig + Adam Fonda TEL: 612-308-5008
5140 Kelsey Terrace Edina, MN
Offered at $1,449,900 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 3 Smith + Roffers TEL: 612-366-0051
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|| edina 3209 GALLERIA, #1808 EDINA, MN
Westin Penthouse A one-of-a-kind penthouse at the top of the Westin Edina Galleria features floor-to-ceiling windows affording stunning views to downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul. The premier Edina location sets the standard with around-the-clock security, full fitness facility, heated underground parking and full-time concierge services. Offered at $3,250,000 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 3
Tom McGlynn tom.mcglynn@lakesmn.com TEL: 612-751-2519
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9 Merilane Edina, MN
|| edina + minneapolis
Offered at $4,900,000 Bedrooms: 6 Bathrooms: 9
John T. Wanninger jtw@lakesmn.com
TEL: 952-240-7600
Landmark estate in Edina’s Rolling Green neighborhood. Magnificent country French home sequestered among specimen oaks at the end of a winding drive. Soaring ceilings and rich in detail. A tremendous home for formal entertaining.
1930 Irving Ave South Minneapolis, MN Offered at $1,995,000 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 5
John T. Wanninger jtw@lakesmn.com
TEL: 952-240-7600
This architectural gem has had just four owners since 1902. Completely updated throughout. Grand spaces loaded with authentic detail, yet providing all modern amenities. Very well constructed and maintained. Spacious yard is framed by specimen trees.
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3209 Galleria #1702 Edina, MN
John T. Wanninger jtw@lakesmn.com
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Offered at $2,195,000 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 3
TEL: 952-240-7600
This Matisse floor plan is a corner unit with dramatic floor-toceiling windows. Stunning views of sunsets and the downtown Minneapolis skyline. One of the finest homes in Edina. Richly appointed with walnut floors and cabinets. 10-foot ceilings.
3209 Galleria #1604 Edina, MN Offered at $1,350,000 Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 3
John T. Wanninger jtw@lakesmn.com
TEL: 952-240-7600
Stunning panoramic views for miles. Van Gogh floor plan. Highend finishes, including walnut floors. The Westin Edina Galleria has been awarded the AAA Four Diamond Award.
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4608 West 56th Street Edina, MN
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Offered at $1,595,000 Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 5
John T. Wanninger jtw@lakesmn.com
TEL: 952-240-7600
New construction by Great Neighborhood Homes. Stone front cottage on a pond. Spiral staircase with 2 story foyer. Barrel vault entry. Porch overlooking firepit and pond, massive kitchen with huge entertaining island, and great room with beamed ceiling.
5513 Oaklawn Avenue Edina, MN Offered at $1,695,000 Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 4
John T. Wanninger jtw@lakesmn.com
TEL: 952-240-7600
New Construction by Great Neighborhood Homes in South Harriet Park. Blending in with the neighborhood, but designed and engineered to modern standards. This energy efficient home features an open floor plan and lots of windows.
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5160 Malibu Drive Edina, MN Offered at $850,000
|| edina + golden valley
Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 3
John T. Wanninger jtw@lakesmn.com 952-240-7600
245 Paisley Lane Golden Valley, MN Offered at $1,395,000 Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms:8
John T. Wanninger jtw@lakesmn.com 952-240-7600
5600 Highland Road Edina, MN Offered at $1,149,900 Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 5
John T. Wanninger jtw@lakesmn.com 952-240-7600
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5205 Mirror Lakes Drive Edina, MN
|| edina
Offered at $2,095,000 Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 6
John T. Wanninger jtw@lakesmn.com
TEL: 952-240-7600
European chateau rich with Tuscan influence in Edina Highlands. Modern great room concept with expansive kitchen overlooking the backyard pool and sport court.
6909 St. Patricks Lane Edina, MN Offered at $1,349,000 Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 6
John T. Wanninger jtw@lakesmn.com
TEL: 952-240-7600
Fully renovated Cape Cod on a private cul-de-sac. Grand kitchen with high-end finishes and a very desirable open floor plan. Dream master suite with private balcony. Picturesque setting with formal and informal gardens, fire pit and front porch.
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510 Groveland Ave #222 Minneapolis, MN Offered at $799,900 Bedrooms: 1 Bathrooms: 2
|| minneapolis + st. paul + hopkins
John T. Wanninger jtw@lakesmn.com TEL: 952-240-7600
350 St. Peter Street #1300 St. Paul, MN Offered at $2,100,000 Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 4
John T. Wanninger jtw@lakesmn.com TEL: 952-240-7600
250 Interlachen Road Hopkins, MN Offered at $1,375,000 Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 4
John T. Wanninger jtw@lakesmn.com TEL: 952-240-7600
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2516 W Lake of the Isles Parkway Minneapolis, MN Offered at $1,935,000 Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 4
|| minneapolis
Debbie McNally Group TEL: 612-388-1790 World-class sophistication and style greet you at the crest of the hills around Lake of the Isles. Lovingly restored and immaculately maintained, this provincial beauty glows with the warmth of natural light.
1729 James Avenue South Minneapolis, MN Offered at $798,000 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2
Debbie McNally Group TEL: 612-388-1790 Ultimate in Victorian-era charm. Highly desirable four bedrooms on second level. Exquisite millwork, gleaming hardwood floors, first-floor family room. Recently remodeled light-filled kitchen featuring top-notch finishes. Coveted location on one of Lowry Hill’s pinnacle streets.
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17170 Beverly Drive Eden Prairie, MN Offered at $1,995,000
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5.4 Acres Private wooded lot, backing up to conserved land
Robin Roberts + Kinnette Downing TEL: 952-270-5370
16918 Stratus Court Eden Prairie, MN Offered at $1,299,900 Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 5
Robin Roberts + Kinnette Downing TEL: 952-270-5370
9547 Sky Lane Eden Prairie, WI Offered at $1,325,000 Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 5
Robin Roberts + Kinnette Downing TEL: 952-270-5370
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1450 Minnehaha Parkway Minneapolis, MN Offered at $774,900
|| minneapolis + two harbors + schroeder township
Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 3
Smith + Roffers jacob.smith@sothebysrealty.com TEL: 612-867-5667
Breezy Point Resort Two Harbors, MN Acres: 12.3 Lakefront: 1,000 Feet
Smith + Roffers frank.roffers@sothebysrealty.com TEL: 952-237-1100
Lake Superior Land Schroeder Township, MN Offered at $750,000 Acres: 15.4 Lakefront: 727 Feet
Smith + Roffers frank.roffers@sothebysrealty.com TEL: 952-237-1100
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|| wayzata 290 WOODHILL ROAD WAYZATA, MN
Sophistication at its Best! Ultra-private property surrounded by pristine woods and the grounds of the Woodhill Country Club. The extraordinary design and unique setting provide the backdrop for this light-filled property. Waterfalls, blue stone terrace and established perennial garden presage the gorgeous proportions, details and finishes of the interior. Offered at $2,750,000 Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 7
Debbie McNally Group TEL: 612-388-1790
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15805 55th Avenue N Plymouth, MN Offered at $934,900
|| plymouth + woodland + wayzata
Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 5
Belle Davenport TEL: 952-240-9374
2805 Maplewood Circle E Woodland, MN Offered at $999,750 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 3
Belle Davenport TEL: 952-240-9374
680 West Hillside Drive Wayzata, MN Offered at $800,000 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 4
Belle Davenport TEL: 952-240-9374
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640 Locust Hills Drive Wayzata, MN
|| wayzata + rosemount
Offered at $6,450,000 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 7
Adam Fonda TEL: 612-308-5008 Crown jewel of Locust Hills with 178 feet on Gray’s Bay. Designed by Peter Eskuche, built by L. Cramer, interior design by Verve, offers oneof-a-kind custom pieces & exquisite craftsmanship. State-of-the-art home automation & comfort systems throughout.
12151 Danbury Way Rosemount, MN Offered at $3,500,000
Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 6
Adam Fonda TEL: 612-308-5008 This private secluded English manor estate is located on a beautiful setting of nearly 15 acres and overlooks a tranquil pond. Consisting of over 13,000 sq. ft., this home was constructed with the finest materials by renowned builder John Kraemer & Sons.
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1065 Ferndale Road Orono, MN
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Offered at $2,850,000 Bedrooms: 6 Bathrooms: 6
Debbie McNally Group TEL: 612-388-1790 Ferndale’s finest. Coveted location,160 feet of superb lakeshore. Ideal building site or update. Private setting in midst of Brown’s Bay. Thoughtfully built with careful eye toward versatile floor plan, quality finishes and lake views from every room.
1270 French Creek Drive Orono, MN Offered at $1,995,000 Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 8
Debbie McNally Group TEL: 612-388-1790 Relaxed elegance is the hallmark of this meticulously updated, stunningly appointed French Creek home. One of the premier lots in this acclaimed Orono neighborhood. Every detail of the interior and exterior signifies the pinnacle of style and taste.
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1380 French Creek Drive Orono, MN Offered at $1,298,000
|| orono + independence
Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 5
The Haas Team TEL: 612-968-4227
9255 County Road 6 Independence, MN Offered at $2,895,000 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 4
The Haas Team TEL: 612-968-4227
1430 County Road 92 Independence, MN Offered at $925,000 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2
The Haas Team TEL: 612-968-4227
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|| forest lake 21750 FENWAY COURT NORTH FOREST LAKE, MN
16-Acre Private Setting on Clear Lake This beautiful Prairie style home is located on the north shore of Clear Lake and set on more than 16 acres with 300 feet of frontage. Designed by world renowned architect Charles R. Stinson. Highlights include a great room with floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, gourmet center island kitchen, main-floor master suite, music and exercise rooms, mother-in-law apartment, screened porch with stone fireplace, and four-car heated garage. Terrific upper level with three bedroom suites, one-of-a-kind media/office and billiards room. Manicured backyard with heated pool, patio, hot tub, rip-rapped shoreline, dock and tennis court. Offered at $2,495,000 Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 7
Jim Schwarz TEL: 612-251-7201
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200 Interlachen Road Hopkins, MN Offered at $625,000
|| hopkins + red wing + ham lake
Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3
Mike & Lisa Lynch TEL: 612-619-8227
31219 Lakeview Avenue Red Wing, MN Offered at $1,288,000 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 3
Mike & Lisa Lynch TEL: 612-619-8227
17751 Oakland Drive NE Ham Lake, MN Offered at $1,375,000 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 6 Lakefront: 216 Feet
Jim Schwarz TEL: 612-251-7201
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|| scandia 12100 228TH STREET N SCANDIA, MN
Bone Lake Retreat Beautiful, one-of-a-kind, custom-built, cedar home on Bone Lake in Scandia. Bone Lake is approximately 45 minutes northeast of the Twin Cities, perfect for water sports, and great for fishing. The house sits on a wooded, private, 1.5-acre lot with more than 200 feet of shoreline. The shoreline has been beautifully restored, and the lot has been extensively landscaped. The house has well-laid-out space, including three bedrooms and twoand-a-half baths. The master suite has picturesque views of the lake and a custom walk-in closet with attached master bath. The kitchen features granite counter tops, granite farmhouse sink, reclaimed woodback splash and bar top. The great room has a massive wood-burning fireplace, and reclaimed Douglas fir wood floors. The guest bathrooms feature unique antique dry sink vanities. There is a large bonus room above the over sized garage. This is property is perfect for either a primary residence or getaway lake home close to the Cities. Offered at $874,900 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 3
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charLes r. stinson architectUre+DesiGn northern wisconsin Lake Lot | BeaUtiFUL Lake owen spectacular 1 acre home site on pristine Lake owen, one of the clearest and deepest lakes in wisconsin. 150 feet of sand-bottom frontage, exquisite lake views, mature pines and hardwoods. ready to build with driveway, well, septic, electric, and double dock. Located just 5 miles north of cable. conceptual drawings available from charles r. stinson architects. Jacob smith, Broker. offered at $550,000.
other Lot s anD Locations Let world renowned architect charles r. stinson design a custom home for you in or around the twin cities. Projects are also ongoing in Florida and arizona. we welcome your inquiries.
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That ’70s Kitchen A Lake Minnetonka remodel embodies a new respect for its heritage. | BY JOE HART
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very structure, like every person, has an adolescent phase. For a building, it’s that gawky decade when its stylistic details are neither new enough to be fresh nor old enough to be stylish. It’s safe to say that, architecturally speaking, the 1970s is on the cusp of adulthood. Forward-looking designers, decorators and architects are beginning to appreciate the eclectic, fresh and experimental quality of that decade’s stylistic quirks. This spring, even the august Wall Street Journal took note. So it’s no surprise that the owners of this lakeside 1970s gem, designed by respected Minnesota architect Milo Thompson, wanted to find a balanced approach to remodeling its kitchen. The low-slung structure features a varied façade and a glassed first floor that takes full advantage of the vista afforded by its locale on a Lake Minnetonka peninsula. Architect John B. A. Idstrom II of Partners 4, Design knew the house in its original state: Back in the early 1980s, he had befriended its first owners and, when they sold the home, assisted in remodeling their new place in the city. During the 1980s, the home underwent its own remodel. “The second owner added on the bathroom and an addition with a family room and an extension to the garage, and the kitchen was remodeled at that time,” Idstrom explains. “It was basically an L-shaped kitchen with an island and white cabinets with a wood edge. It was most definitely from the ‘80s.” The house changed hands once more, and the current owners sought to update this crucial living space to better meet their needs — and to invest the home with a little more appropriate style. They turned to Idstrom and David Ostreim, architect and co-owner of Partners 4, Design, a firm known for its work in kitchens. The starting point was an assessment of the owners’ lifestyle. “He likes to talk to his guests as they sit around and he’s preparing dinner, so he wanted the cooktop out in the island so he didn’t have his back to everybody,” says Idstrom. There were style concerns as well: The owners are art collectors, so the kitchen needed to function as a neutral space to offset the home’s artwork. And then there were the spectacular lake views.
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To balance these goals, Idstrom and Ostreim devised a new flow to the space, relocating cabinets, expanding windows, and creating openings to allow both the artwork and the view to come into the kitchen. (During catered events, these openings can be closed to provide privacy in the dining room.) The color scheme is a crisp white and gray. Surfaces are kept clean and minimal with subtle glass highlights. The only real adornment is a remarkable Artemide mercury chandelier that blends an organic, sculptural shape with sleek styling. The final result is an extremely functional, practical space that captures the inventive energy of the 1970s while remaining unfailingly modern. Milo Thompson would be proud.
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Imagine a two-plus-acre, wooded, private resort with a swimming pool, tennis courts and a private pond — all perched on a rise with spectacular views of the surrounding landscape. Sounds like an easy sell — but when it comes to real estate, high-end homes come with their own special challenges. Namely: The higher the price, the smaller the pool of potential buyers. For Wanninger, making the sale was a matter of elevating his game. “Buyers in this bracket expect a higher level of service,” he explains. “It’s a matter of attention to detail — and attention to the client.” In the end, he was able to connect the right person to the property. And as they say in the business — it only takes one buyer.
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prestigious property Edina’s top sale of 2013 drew nearly $2.9 million for the 6,200-square-foot manse.
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in colors, fabrics, furnishings and wall coverings. An array of drool-inducing kitchens could persuade anyone who relies more heavily on caterers than cooktops to give the culinary arts a second look. Every bathroom is unabashedly indulgent; one even boasts a working steam shower that’s available for test-drives. A modern-day man cave spares no extravagance; its fully operational bar overlooks a billiards table, seating area and wine cellar. And a state-of-the-art movie theater is tricked out with seating for 10, an earth-rumbling sound system, mood lighting and a cocktail lounge. “The full-size displays allow people to see spaces that are fully integrated with cabinetry, furnishings, wall treatments and everything else to get an idea of what the possibilities are,” Peter explains. “They can get their tape measures out and measure things compared to the space they have.” “We encourage our guests to sit on the furniture, open the cabinets and touch things,” Melissa completes the thought. “There’s something very powerful about being able to touch and see things and stand in spaces that might be of a similar size to the space in your project. And oftentimes it’s easier for people to communicate their preferences by seeing something.” “That’s the advantage of a single-source showroom,” she continues. “You can work with a designer who can take care of all
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aspects of your project and integrate them in a creative, beautiful way. They can make sure that all the pieces you want are available and within your budget. And you don’t have to tell your story over and over again at every showroom.” “Mingle is designed for people who value their time,” Peter sums it up. “It’s also for people who value good design. People who understand that it’s not just about getting stuff — it’s about getting the right products for your project. We help you select the products that fit your life and design style. If you like what you see in our showroom, you’ll love what we can do for you in your home.”
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_lakeside log cabin. An Italianate villa with a sky-lit, two-story salon. A boathouse that looks like it was plucked from the shores of Cape Cod. A 1960s rambler recreated as an elegant Prairie-style home. While none of these projects look remotely alike, all are connected by what architectural historian Grant Hildebrand calls prospect and refuge: the human need to go out into the world then retreat back into the cave for shelter. Making that cave a true retreat is a concept that resonates deeply with Dan Nepp, principal at TEA2 Architects, the Minneapolis residential-architecture firm that has produced some of the most recognizable homes not only in the Twin Cities but also in Wisconsin, Arizona, Connecticut and across the country as well. “The most important part of the design process is finding out what the owner loves in life,” says Nepp. “We work to figure out how architecture can enhance that. The architectural language and style is just part of the puzzle.” That’s not to say it’s impossible to pick a TEA2 project out of a Parade of Homes lineup. Many TEA2 designs are rooted in Western European architecture, including a style Nepp refers to as English “Peaches and Cream” — a period between the Industrial Revolution and the Arts and Crafts era, when people wanted homes with gardens but didn’t see themselves in castles. In fact, TEA2 projects — even those that are 8,000 square feet— often have the feel of a cottage, with steeply pitched roofs and intimate spaces for reading and relaxing. Unlike their historical counterparts, these contemporary reinterpretations are flooded with light, fitted with kitchen islands and mudrooms, and have views that bring the outdoors inside. “Almost all our projects have open floor plans with spaces that are intimate enough for one or two people but that can also work for large groups,” says Nepp. The firm — originally TEA — was founded in 1979 by award-winning Minnesota architect Tom Ellison. It changed its
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name in 1996, when Nepp, who has designed several projects for the PBS series Hometime, became Ellison’s partner. Though Ellison retired in 2012, the firm currently employs 23 people, a huge staff for a firm focused solely on residential projects. That depth of experience allows for sharing of not only technical skills but also for cross-pollination of concepts and ideas. It’s a design process Nepp says takes time, which he sees as the key ingredient in a TEA2 design. “Architects love to design, so they sometimes rush to that stage,” he says. “We sit back, learn about our clients and their likes and needs, and then we spend a lot of time on the site. We take our time to understand the project’s needs.” Those needs are always rooted in the client’s personality. “A TEA2 house isn’t our vision repeated or reprinted,” says Nepp. “We don’t have an ego to produce signature buildings. We get our energy from our client’s passions and are about creativity and service.”
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ob Timberlake is a Renaissance man. He’s a self-taught realist painter and the first Southerner in modern history to have a one-man show at the Corcoran Gallery, the oldest and largest privately funded art museum in Washington, D.C. His $1.5 billion-plus furniture collection is said to be the most successful in history. He’s an entrepreneur, having licensed his name to thousands of products, from luggage and sheet sets to salad dressing and pet food. He’s a best-selling author, having written nine books, from fine-art coffee-table books to memoirs to cookbooks. But perhaps more than anything, Timberlake is a die-hard North Carolinian. He doesn’t stray far from his home base in Lexington, a sacred place with family roots going back 270 years. In fact, the 76-year-old reckons it’s been at least 15 years since he was as far north as Minnesota, for an antiques-hunting expedition. (Timberlake is a prolific collector of vintage canoes, including a Minnesota birchbark canoe from the 1940s.) In early October, Timberlake made a rare appearance at the Galleria to sign catalogs and talk about his new furniture collection, Vintner’s Club. The 27-piece line is unique because it’s scaled much smaller than the designer’s four previous collections for Century Furniture. Vintner’s Club also includes four hand-painted case pieces, inspired by Timberlake’s oils and watercolors. He’s particularly proud of the new collection because 90 percent of it is made in the United States. “That’s not a little thing,” Timberlake tells Artful Living. “I’m proud of how it’s made, and every piece is something I’d want to carry home and use myself.” Gabberts Design Studio & Fine Furnishings has curated several in-store vignettes to showcase the new line, and Marketing Manager Peggy Jennings says the feedback has been incredibly warm. “People like the size and heirloom quality of the pieces,” she says. “His design is sophisticated yet rustic and comforting. I’m partial to the desk that resembles a work bench.”
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White Hot White marble complements the current minimalist trend in home design. | BY JOE HART
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aybe it’s Mad Men. Maybe it’s Dwell magazine. Maybe it’s simply the demographics of whose furniture happens to currently be available at estate sales. Whatever the reason, mid-century modern is on fire — and right with the trend is a resurgence of related architectural flourishes. Take white marble. As homeowners gravitate toward a sleeker, more minimalist style, this classic building material is in high demand, says Amit Gupta of Amsum & Ash, the Twin Cities–based importer and wholesale distributor of natural stone products. “White marble is hot because the aesthetic is moving toward a European, modern aesthetic,” he adds. And that’s good news for Amsum & Ash. The company has spent decades building relationships with some of the highest quality marble quarries in Italy, including Carrara. There, white marble is hardly a recent trend: Five centuries ago, Carrara supplied Michelangelo with the marble he carved into “David.” “We have seen kitchens with white marble that has been in use for hundreds of years and has seen thousands of baguettes and pastries,” says Gupta. Because of its relationships with quarries, Amsum & Ash has become the go-to destination for top-quality white marble. “We go to Italy every couple of months and handpick the right material,” says Gupta. “We are very selective, so we’ve really made a specialty of it.”
The same attributes that attracted Michelangelo to white marble still apply today: It’s durable, beautiful, natural, and easily shaped to a variety of uses, from wall and floor coverings to counters and vanity tops. Plus new treatment methods have helped cure marble of some of its negative baggage. Properly sealed and finished, says Gupta, marble is actually more stain- and etch-resistant than many other popular countertop materials. While some might choose such finishing techniques, marble is quite lovely if left to its own devices. Like wood, it ages and changes with use, telling the story of its history through time. Long after the mid-century modern craze has faded, white marble will remain an enduring classic in every sense.
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In the Details Hendel Homes has mastered the art of micro-detailing. | BY ELIZABETH FOY LARSEN
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hether it’s a parquet floor with hand-chiseled edges, wood trim copied from a hotel room in Lugano, Switzerland, or a grout color mixed to look as if it is 100 years old, perfecting what may seem like picky details can in fact be a cost-effective way to make a home project stand out. “The little things make a huge difference,” says Rick Hendel, owner of Hendel Homes. “Add them up, and it’s an effect that people can’t exactly explain. They just know they like it.” Hendel calls this commitment to getting everything just right “micro-detailing.” He says it’s the basis for all his company’s projects, whether building a home in collaboration with an architect or designing it in-house. Hendel was working in construction to pay for med school when he decided he loved building so much that he wanted to switch gears. He and his wife, Amy, who does design and communications work for the firm, founded the company in 1997. Today, they are responsible for some of the Twin Cities’ most impressive homes, from the shores of Lake Minnetonka to Edina to North Oaks. Whether it’s a 12,000-square-foot chateau-style home or a rustic cottage, all the details have to work. Each piece of that parquet floor, for example, was hand-chiseled, stained black, rubbed with large pebbles and scraped to expose the grain of the white oak. Square pegs were used in all the joints, just as they would have been had the home been built in France in the 1700s. Whether it’s a 12,000-square-foot
chateau-style home or a rustic cottage, all the details have to work. Creating effects such as this requires subcontractors to think very creatively. But Rick feels confident making these kinds of requests because of the long days earlier in his career when he swung a hammer. “That gives us a different perspective,” he says. “We understand the design process because we’ve done it ourselves.” That insider knowledge pays off: The floor was named Floor of the Year by the National Wood
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Flooring Association. Striving to get it right doesn’t stop with flooring. Other examples of signature Hendel Homes micro-detailing include an artful mix of five different types of stone for a home’s exterior and bathroom tile laid out so the pattern is on a slant instead of a grid. Hendel also designs “fitted furniture”— often refrigerators and freezers — that look as though they could be armoires in a salon in Brittany or the Cotswolds (not to mention Lugano). When traveling, the Hendels are always sketching details they’d like to bring back to their clients. Rick even has custom molding knives made to create the look he wants. “We love to come up with unique solutions,” he says. “It’s not just A, B or C. Our job is to narrow down a range of options according to the owner’s taste and style. That’s why we are successful.”
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Contemporary Chateau This modern home captures the essence of European architecture in clean, contemporary spaces. | BY CAROLYN CROOKE
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alking through the new Charles Cudd De Novo home in Locust Hills is a unique experience. You’re not simply dumped from one room to the next; rather, you’re lured or even enchanted through. It’s something in the way the spaces unfold and relate to one another, and in the views from one room into the next — like a picture put together just for you. The home overlooks the lush landscape of the Locust Hills community on the shores of Gray’s Bay of Lake Minnetonka. It’s considered one of the most desirable developments in the metro area, complete with woods, wetlands, lakefront, lagoon, walking trails, boat slips and European-style homes. In order to harmonize with the European feel, the Charles Cudd De Novo team worked with the homeowners to create a modern version of the iconic Italian-style villa. They created a home with steep roofs, arches, a sense of columns and the overall massing of a chateau. Modern elements include generous window walls that seem to explode with the greenery of the gorgeous surroundings. “We worked to capture the essence and the beauty of Italianate architecture, but we didn’t want to be literal about recreating it,” notes architect and Charles Cudd De Novo partner Jim McNeal. Challenges like this are no new thing to the firm’s professionals, who frequently collaborate with each other and clients to come up with some of the Twin Cities’ most distinctive and sought-after homes. “Having all the disciplines under one roof can be a real advantage in projects like this,” explains firm partner Rick Denman. “It allows our process to be seamless and efficient, which is great for the client. It also creates tremendous synergy. When architects, construction professionals and interior designers work together from the beginning, everybody can
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expend more energy on the client, and the end product is almost always superior.” The result is a home that is wonderfully modern yet very European in form. The arched doorways and the groin vaults on many of the ceilings, for example, are reminiscent of Renaissance cathedrals. The homage to old Europe is also evident in the exquisite cabinetry and detailing, particularly in the study with its stunning cherry wood fireplace and hearth. “We stayed traditional in defining the spaces, which are precisely articulated from ceiling to floor,” says McNeal. “But the way the spaces relate to each other is modern.” Locust Hills homes must adhere to a diminutive footprint, another element in keeping with the European style. In order to maximize the natural light the homeowners love, the house’s perimeter zags in and out, and features magnificent clerestory windows, all the better to take advantage of the great views. The thrilled homeowners can enjoy sunrises, sunsets and a little bit of the old world in Minnesota.
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On Course An Edina family finds home alongside a fairway panorama. | BY CHRIS LEE
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hese Edina homeowners never guessed they would build their dream home overlooking one of Minnesota’s most prestigious golf courses. But when the choice, nearly one-acre lot along a picturesque fairway went on the market, the avid golfers jumped at the opportunity. With two kids in their teens and one on the cusp, they also wanted a more modern, family-friendly space than their 100-year-old house afforded. They soon found the team that would make it happen: John Kraemer & Sons, Sharratt Design & Company, and Redpath Constable Interior Design. The result is a 7,100-square-foot house beautifully configured to
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a home of harmony Built overlooking one of Minnesota’s most fabled golf courses, the home has spaces carved out for both parents’ and kids’ enjoyment.
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its location and just rambling enough to feel as if it might have evolved over time. The home’s style, with its octagonal turret, gables and dormers, could be termed Minnesota Cottage, with traces of Cape Cod and shingle. Inside, nothing is left to chance. Interior spaces open to each other so the manicured green vista is visible from nearly every room. On the fairway side of the house, two sets of French doors open to generous outside spaces, ensuring easy access and stunning sightlines. The floor plan includes the formal living and dining rooms the homeowners wanted yet maintains a graceful, comfortable livability. The team took the kitchen-as-heart-of-the-house dictum seriously. “Mike Sharratt designed the house from the inside out, starting with the kitchen,” says the homeowner. “It’s an interesting way to design.” The payoff? An exquisitely detailed space that encourages gatherings around the granite-topped island with seating for six, at the casual dining area or curled up in the adjacent family room with its two-sided fireplace. The kitchen is also a joy to work in, with high-end appliances and clever storage solutions, including spice racks hidden behind what appear to be decorative corbels on either side of the stovetop. That innovation came courtesy of Kraemer’s cabinet shop, as did the beautifully detailed alder cabinetry, crown molding, baseboards, window trim and distressed-alder ceiling beams. The views draw one and all to the delightful outdoor rooms, designed by landscape firm Yardscapes. The porch, with remote-controlled Phantom screens, dry-laid travertine floor and wood-burning fireplace, offers a 270-degree view of the fairway. An outdoor kitchen, fire pit and hot tub tucked around the corner round out the features. The homeowners’ sumptuous bedroom suite allows them to wake to the peerless panorama of the fairway. Their bath, a dreamy retreat of soft blue, gray and white, features a mosaic medallion in the floor that echoes the serene shades of the Italian waxed plaster ceiling. Two additional en-suite bedrooms and an unfinished bonus space are upstairs; the lower level includes the oldest boy’s bedroom, a family room, wet bar, sports court (custom painted with the Edina Hornets logo) and exercise room. Even the garage, with its heated epoxy floor, is a gathering spot, furnished with comfy sofas and a TV. Again, all by design. “This house has places for all the kids to have friends hang out — the basement, garage, sports court, outdoor spaces,” says John Kraemer, director of sales and marketing for John Kraemer & Sons. “A lot of different groups of people can be here at the same time and not be together.” Perfect for keeping three teens — and their parents — happy.
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has ever been a car more tech-savvy than its driver, this is it. Featuring a 2.5- or 3.5-liter V6 engine matched to an available 8-speed electronically controlled transmission, the IS is designed with a wider platform, hosting the Lexus LFA–inspired cockpit for an exhilarating driving experience. The reconfigured double-wishbone front suspension allows for a 20-percent increase in sway rigidity, making
taking tight corners a breeze. In the 2014 Lexus IS, movie tickets, dinner reservations and weather forecasts are at your fingertips. The patented Lexus Enform technology is connected to your smartphone to make your car a veritable command center, including enhanced 3-D map displays, intelligent high-beam headlamps, a blind spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert, and an advanced lane-departure alert system.
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spotlight || galleria
What to Wear Now This season is all about the details at the Galleria, the Twin Citiesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; premier fashion destination.
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A POINTED COMMENT Marmi // Vaneli Sheree cap-toe shoe, $155 Quilted leather and a metal toe detail invigorate the classic slingback.
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ROCKER CHIC Epitome // BCBGMAXAZRIA faux-leather jacket, $398 A black fitted jacket isn’t a trend – it’s an essential.
A NATURAL BEAUTY Pumpz & Co. // Alberto Fermani Diva ankle boot, $425 Striking ankle boots add that finishing touch to skirts, jeans and dresses.
BEYOND BASICS Pumpz & Co. // Stuart Weitzman 5050 tall leather boot, $598 These boots are made for walking – in style. Featuring a versatile over-the-knee design that stands out this season.
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Waxed organic cotton stretch jeans subtly mimic the look of leather.
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Look Book
The top trends for spring and summer from New York Fashion Week. | PHOTOGRAPHY BY JAMIE BECK, PRODUCED BYY HAYLEY DULIN AND MARGUERITE HAPPE
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or one week in September, New York City overflowed with glitter and elegance as the fashion elite of the world descended to view cutting-edge trends showcased at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week. Artful Living headed to the haute-couture capital to fill our pages with the freshest fashions for spring and summer 2014.
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beauty by design
PREVIOUS PAGE Monique Lhuillier sets the stage for evening wear. Vivid bandeau tops paired with voluminous, high-waisted skirts bear her feminine stamp of approval.
From initial sketch to runway-ready, the DKNY hair and makeup are expertly detailed for each individual model.
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fashion’s finest ABOVE Menswear-inspired American staples in red, black and white remain iconic in Ralph Lauren’s spring collection.
Madrid fashion house Delpozo presents romantic, soft silhouettes arranged underneath copious garlands of ivy. CENTER Designers Georgina Chapman and Keren Craig of Marchesa channeled vintage nighties for an extraordinarily detailed collection of gowns. RIGHT Metallic lavender, bright mustard yellow and crisp white were Delpozo’s color palette of choice. LEFT
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haute frocks
Fanciful floral threadwork at Marchesa. Swirling coral, orange, cream, fuchsia and scarlet filled the runway during the final walk of Monique Lhuillierâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s collection.
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Lights dimmed behind the model closing the show at Marchesa, warmly lighting the sheer fabric on her walk backstage.
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When it comes to luxury, Luther delivers. It’s no secret that the Luther family knows the car business. They’ve been serving the Twin Cities for more than 60 years. But what you may not be aware of is their long history dealing in unique, high-end vehicles and their commitment to the customers who buy them. For proof of their expertise in the luxury automobile market, you need look no further than the exceptional family of dealerships that they operate. Their first luxury line was Jaguar in 1970, followed over the years by more of the world’s finest marquee vehicles: Land Rover, Acura, Infiniti, Audi, BMW and Lincoln. This impressive lineup allows them to deliver some of the world’s finest automobiles like the sleek new Jaguar F-Type, the all-wheel drive Audi S5, the all-new, redesigned Lincoln MKZ and many more. But Luther Luxury extends far beyond it’s incredible roster of vehicles. Their personal service, meticulous attention to detail, and state-of-the-art facilities provide clients with an unparalleled buying experience.
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As the Luther Luxury concept continues to evolve, more elements are being added to the list of already outstanding services. Among the latest is their Concierge Service*. If you schedule a service appointment for your vehicle, they will come to your home or workplace, pick up your vehicle, leave you a service loaner, and return your vehicle when the service is complete. You won’t find that kind of service at your ordinary dealership. (continued on next page) *available at Park Place Audi, Park Place BMW, and Jaguar Land Rover of Minneapolis
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Luxury Automotive | For those who drive in style
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The bottom line: If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re in the market for a luxury automobile, make sure that you choose a dealership with experienceâ&#x20AC;Ś one that makes the needs and desires of its clients their top priority. All of the Luther Luxury dealers do exactly that. The dealerships comprising the Luther Luxury group are Land Rover Minneapolis, Infiniti of Bloomington, Park Place Audi, Park Place BMW, Jaguar Minneapolis, Bloomington Acura, White Bear Acura, and North Country Lincoln.
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PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED BY MINNEAPOLIS CLUB
A Collection of Memories Minneapolis Club members pass traditions down from generation to generation. | BY PAUL GREGERSEN
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rom original paintings and photographs to books, maps and furniture dating back to the 19th century, the intimate dining rooms, hallways and galleries of the downtown Minneapolis Club offer quite the experience. But if you ask members of this storied social institution, the most valuable collection is reserved exclusively for them. Few outside the walls of the clubhouse have access to the catalogues of fond memories and authentic relationships members do. “Growing up, I always remember my parents speaking of events and meetings at the Minneapolis Club,” says Mall of America Tourism Account Executive Lauren Himle. “I wasn’t quite sure about meetings, but I did know they had delicious brunch with ice cream and fun hula-hoop contests at the annual Father-Daughter Dance. As I grew older, I began to observe my parent’s club involvement with admiration and started to recognize its significance beyond an excellent ice-cream sundae — as a place of connection and community. I am fortunate to have made great memories within the club. Now, as an independent member, I’m thrilled to carry on the tradition and continue to make memories for years to come.” Lauren’s mother, Karen, is a member of the Board of Directors at HMN Financial and was the first woman elected president of the Minneapolis Club. She knows a thing or two about the value of membership and shares a fond collection of family memories. Karen is thrilled Lauren made the
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decision to continue adding to her own catalogue of club memories. “Lauren is a true Minneapolis Club lifer,” says Karen. “From Halloween and Santa parties to pre-theater dinners and years of Father-Daughter Dances, John and I are thrilled she is now a member in her own right. The next generation of members is sure to carry on club traditions while creating their own.” “I can’t think of a more eclectic, talented and friendly group of people than those who make up our membership body,” says Margaret Leto, club membership director. “The heart and soul of our organization are the families who make up our membership — families like the Himles. Together, we are one unified club. It’s all about relationships, and we always welcome new faces to share our experiences.” The Himles are just one example of shared family involvement. Countless Minneapolis Club families have passed the tradition of membership down from generation to generation. Dating back to 1883, that’s a priceless collection to be proud of.
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Life of the Party Glitz, glamour and extravagance abound at the Macy’s Glamorama after-party. | BY MARGUERITE HAPPE
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he award for the glitziest night of fashion in Minneapolis remains consistently in the hands of Macy’s Glamorama. This year’s fete overflowed with enough glamour to last until next year’s celebration. On August 3, the State Theatre hosted the annual charity fashion show with presentations from high-end designers from Diesel to Jean Paul Gaultier, music from Sheryl Crow and The Summer Set, and dazzling displays of flexibility from Cirque du Soleil. As the show continues, the anticipation thickens — because as both newcomers and Glamorama veterans know, the finale of the fashion show signifies the dawning of the after-party. Post-show, throngs of vertiginous heels click across Macy’s white tiles from the swinging glass door to the elevator. As the doors open on the eighth floor, sounds of laughing and chatting, blaring beats from shaking speakers, and clinking glasses pervade the space as beams of gleaming pink lights envelop the arriving partygoers. What makes the soiree so spectacular? “No other retailer does a party like we do,” says Macy’s Director of Special Events for the Midwest Jennifer Wilkins. “Thanks to the outdoor space on the eighth floor, the party is unique in that it allows you to stand out on the deck surrounded by skyscrapers and stars.” A massive catering staff of 40 chefs, 15 server captains, 70 servers, 40 bartenders, and 10 bar backs produces and serves the small bites and beverages that flow throughout the evening. This year’s culinary standouts: the Mediterranean kale salad and the chicken waffle crouton salad with pancetta and hominy. Beverage sponsors Patron and Lagunitas provide craft-beer selections and specialty Glamorama cocktails, such as the refreshingly crisp Basil Patron: Patron Silver, lime juice, basil syrup and fresh basil. And as always, partygoers dance the night away with zero guilt — after all, all proceeds benefit Children’s Cancer Research Fund.
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As I’ve gotten older and hopefully become wiser, I far more enjoy being the giver than the receiver. The joy of seeing a smile on a loved one’s face and the warm glow of making a difference is simply infectious! As a reader of Artful Living, you know that there’s never a shortage of cool gift ideas from which to choose as the holiday season approaches. From the still-colorful toy catalogs to the infamous Neiman Marcus Christmas Book with its drool-worthy gifts for the person who has everything, I can find ideas for all ages and budgets — even catalogs devoted to gifts for the family pet.
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What I’ve found more difficult to unearth is a single catalog of gift ideas that give back. It’s always nice to find a gift that has a shelf life that lasts beyond the return policy — and one that benefits more than the receiver. With that spirit in mind, I’ve put together my own mini-giving guide featuring a handful of high-impact gifts designed to help Minnesotans please a variety of tastes and causes for this coming holiday season. -VY [OL ;YLUKZL[[LY! Check out Roozt (roozt.com) for the loved one in your life who wants to make a fashion statement with meaning. Roozt is the go-to boutique of the mission-minded, offering eco-friendly and ethical brands. I’m all over the stunning WeWOOD watches, made primarily from remnant woods like those used in violins and flooring. Not everyone can rock a timepiece made of maple, but those who do will love knowing that for every watch purchased, a tree is planted by American Forests. -VY [OL -VVKPLZ PU `V\Y 3PML! You can’t go wrong with a gift subscription to Love with Food (lovewithfood.com). Subscribers receive a box of gourmet goodness each month, and with every purchase, Love with Food donates a meal to a local food bank. Recipients can fight hunger while sampling snacks such as artisan marshmallows, goat’s milk caramel or raspberry olive oil. :\WWVY[PUN -LTHSL ,U[YLWYLUL\YZ! When you shop the unique handmade gifts at Global Goods Par tners (globalgoodspar tners.org), you suppor t a growing workforce of entrepreneurial female ar tisans in 20 developing countries. Peruse lushly embroidered totes (even a dog carrier bag!), color ful or naments and dreidels, luxe scarves and adorable knit toys. I like how you can shop quickly by categor y, countr y or producer. .PM[ )HZRL[Z [OH[ 9VJR! You can also pay the giving spirit forward with a Blessing Basket. Your purchase of a gorgeous hand-woven basket helps lift an individual out of poverty — permanently. Founded by a female entrepreneur who experienced the blessings of friends and family during a personal crisis, the Blessing Basket Project pays its artisans higher wages than many similar programs. Pick up a basket at Whole Foods or shop online at blessingbasket.org. *OPJ /VSPKH` *HYKZ! Even your holiday cards can have a charitable end result. Order from specially designated collections at oh-so-chic Tiny Prints (tinyprints.com), and your purchase can help fund the American Cancer Society, March of Dimes or other nonprofits. Kari Ruth is an interactive media strategist with Minnesota Philanthropy Partners who writes the Everyday Philanthropy column for MNSights magazine. The Minnesota Philanthropy Partners network includes The Saint Paul Foundation, Minnesota Community Foundation, F. R. Bigelow Foundation, Mardag Foundation and more than 1,700 additional charitable affiliates.
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Keeping Up Appearances Skin Rejuvenation Clinic gets a revamped look and adds new treatments. |
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hen it comes to keeping up appearances, there’s no place like Skin Rejuvenation Clinic in Edina. Dedicated to maintaining and improving clients’ appearances through treatments like laser therapy, non-invasive body contouring, injectables and aesthetician services, the clinic has established itself as one of the most highly regarded medical spas in the Twin Cities. But after nine years of steady growth and traffic, the clinic needed some rejuvenation of its own. Now, after an extensive remodel and expansion, Skin Rejuvenation Clinic has an updated look, additional space and more up-to-the-minute services than ever before. “We were really busy and needed more space to accommodate our patients,” explains Dr. Beth Hagberg, co-owner of Skin Rejuvenation Clinic. She adds that the remodel essentially doubled the clinic’s space. “We added seven new treatment rooms,” she says. “That means a better quality of care. Now if one of our patients wants an extra treatment, we won’t feel like we can’t do it because the room will be needed in five minutes.” Elegantly appointed in rich wood and deep gold and burgundy tones, the space is gracious and welcoming. “We wanted it to feel like you’re walking into somebody’s home,” Hagberg says. “And I wanted to make it somewhat gender-neutral so men would feel comfortable coming here, too.” In addition to remodeling the space, the clinic added new equipment to offer cutting-edge treatments. “We’ve added CoolSculpt, a fat-freezing device, and CelluSmooth, which is for cellulite,” says Hagberg. “We also added Ultherapy, which tightens and lifts the deep tissue of the face and neck. It’s the next best thing to a face-lift.” Even though there’s a fresh look, more space and new treatments, the clinic’s commitment to client care and safety remains the same. “Our physicians do all the injectables and lasers, except for hair removal,” Hagberg says. “We’re very hands-on. We’re here all the time.” PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED BY SKIN REJUVENATION CLINIC
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spotlight || collecting
Objects of Desire In the obsessive pursuit of their quarry, collectors are a breed apart. | BY DAVID MAHONEY
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sk an avid collector what he (hard-core collectors tend to be male) likes most about his avocation, and he’ll tell you it’s the hunt. A true collector isn’t someone who just happened to acquire a few things of a certain type and put them on a shelf together. It’s the person who always has an eye on the next elusive prize, who seeks out antique malls and flea markets and swap meets wherever he travels, who always can make room for one more piece of treasure should it bob up to the surface amid the flotsam and jetsam of everyday life. While many of us have dabbled in some form of collecting — a childhood stamp album, maybe, or a passing infatuation with vintage salt-and-pepper shakers — the full-throttle drive to collect seems like a genetic predisposition. Although its purposefulness sets it apart from the kind of pathological hoarding on display on recent reality-TV shows, there is an undeniably
obsessive quality to the collector’s quest. And while a collector’s passion is usually focused on a particular sort of object, more often than not there are other kinds of collectibles that also lay claim to his affection. Psychologists and other thinkers have come up with dozens of theories to explain the collecting mania. A desire to define oneself through the assembling of objects in a collection is one common explanation. “For a collector — and I mean a real collector, a collector as he ought to be — ownership is the most intimate relationship that one can have to objects,” opined philosopher and theorist Walter Benjamin. “Not that they come alive in him; it is he who lives in them.” An attempt to wrest a semblance of order out of the chaos of an uncertain world is another popular theory. “A different, more meaningful, more ordered world can speak out of things as humble as old shoes or bottles, out of autographs or first editions, which, in their pleasing arrangement, in
their structure and variety, tell of beauty, of security,” writes Philipp Blom in To Have and to Hold, his history of collecting through the ages. “Even the sanitized miniature world of a train set with its polished engines and little station houses, its evergreen trees and its tiny rosy-cheeked passengers can thus become a utopia that holds a powerful attraction above the world outside, and the control over the timetables of an old Märklin set stands in stark contrast to the powerlessness we cannot help but feel when faced with time itself.” Whatever the motivation behind their dogged pursuit of their objects of desire, collectors have always been among us, from ancient Egypt to the Internet era. A rare issue of Superman found on eBay might not seem as alluring as a Pharaoh’s glittering hoard, but you’d have a hard time convincing the comic-book aficionado of that. When it comes to collecting, beauty is always in the eye of the beholder.
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Steven Engler Collects: Metal Lunchboxes Also Collects: Little Debbie Snack Cakes
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hen prospective clients visit the Ramsey Engler office in downtown Minneapolis, they sometimes start off “playing their cards pretty close to the vest,” says Steven Engler, who runs the interior design business with his wife, Laura Ramsey Engler. But then he shows them the lunchbox collection that covers an entire wall in his office, “and all of a sudden they’re 7 years old, and the whole relationship changes.” He got started collecting metal lunchboxes about 30 years ago, while visiting a friend who owns a vintage furniture and collectibles business. “He’s taking me through this 40,000-square-foot warehouse, and he hands me this Roy Rogers box, and he says, ‘Do you want that?” Engler recalls. “And I said, ‘Wow, I had that when I was a kid — sure, I’ll take that.’ And then I started thinking, I wonder if there’s some more of these.” He quickly found out there were, though it took some looking to find them. “When I first started collecting in the early ’80s, they weren’t categorized as a collectible,” he says. “There were no books, there were no values, there was no grading. I’d pick them up at garage sales and estate sales.” But that’s all changed: “Now they’re all on eBay, and they’re a known collectible. They’re graded just like coins or anything else.”
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When companies first started making themed lunchboxes in the 1950s, they mostly stuck to Western themes, Engler explains. The first of these, a Hopalong Cassidy box, sits on his top shelf, along with ones emblazoned with images of Zorro and Annie Oakley and Trigger. Then, starting in the 1960s, the themes broadened to include other popular TV shows (examples in Engler’s collection: Star Trek, Get Smart and Happy Days) as well as musical groups (the Beatles and the Bee Gees). The era of metal children’s lunchboxes came to an end when, prompted by incidents of kids bonking each other with them, states started banning them. Engler has the very last model to roll off the production line, a 1985 Rambo in pristine condition. Why a grown man would pay good money for a kid’s lunchbox is not fully appreciated by some — including Engler’s wife. “I tried to explain to her that if you buy a pair of $500 shoes, when you walk out of the store they’re worth $100, and two years later you give them to Goodwill,” he says. “When you buy one of these for $500, they go up a bit every year.” But since she’s still not convinced, Engler’s slowed his collecting the past few years, though he adds: “She did let me get for my birthday last year, this nice Rocky and Bullwinkle one.”
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rowing up in Enid, Okla., Roy Blakey didn’t get to do a lot of ice skating. But when he saw his first Sonja Henie film at the age of 11, he knew he had found his passion. “There was a scene in Sun Valley Serenade that was just seared into my memory,” Blakey remembers. “They had painted the ice black, and all the skaters were in white costumes, and they were swirling and spinning and dancing. And I thought, that’s the most incredible thing I ever saw.” Fast-forward 70 years: Blakey, now living in Minneapolis, appears on Antiques Roadshow with one of the 10 original Henie costumes in his collection of theatrical skating memorabilia, the largest of its kind. Blakey reserves the same sort of reverence for Henie, who won three Olympic gold medals before starring in a slew of Hollywood films as well as her own touring ice-skating show, that fans of ’50s rock ’n’ roll have for Elvis. “She put the whole thing on the map,” he says. “She turned the whole world onto ice-skating in the ’40s, including myself.” What started as a fanboy obsession with collecting programs and other souvenirs turned into a livelihood for Blakey, who was hired to perform in a skating show at a nightclub for U.S. servicemen in Garmisch, Germany (where, coincidentally, Henie won her third Olympic medal). That led to a five-year stint performing in a skating show at a supper club in the Conrad Hilton hotel, which in turn led to a six-year gig with Holiday on Ice (produced by Minneapolis sports promoter Morris Chalfen) that took him back to Europe and on to Asia and South America. “I worked in bullrings in Spain, in 2,000-year-old coliseums in the South of France — incredible experiences,” Blakey fondly recalls.
During his time in Chicago, Blakey took photography classes. He honed his skills taking pictures of visiting dignitaries while on tour with Holiday on Ice. After hanging up his skates, he worked as a photographer in New York for 25 years, specializing in shooting theater people and other performers, before moving to Minneapolis to be near his family — including his niece, Kerri Pickett, with whom he shares a photography studio. Last spring, Blakey and his collection did a star turn at the Minneapolis–St. Paul International Film Festival in the premiere of The Fabulous Ice Age, Pickett’s documentary about show skating. Blakey continues to add to his collection; he recently acquired a pair of Henie’s skates made in St. Paul by the Strauss company. Just this summer, Leila Dunbar, his appraiser on Antiques Roadshow, flew to Minneapolis to assess his full collection, which now includes some 26,000 items. “My goal is to give this collection to a university or a museum or a library,” says Blakey.
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Dave Kapell Collects: Ukuleles Also Collects: Guitars
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ave Kapell, creator of Magnetic Poetry, blames his mom for planting the seed of his ukulele mania. In the 1950s, she and her sister organized Hawaiian tours for their fellow 3M employees, and they would entertain their island-bound colleagues with ukulele music. “They would actually sing songs on the airplane, standing in the aisle and playing ukulele, and teach the songs to the tourists,” says Kapell. Back home, she did the same for her 7-year-old son, teaching him “My Little Grass Shack” on the ukulele — “the very first thing I ever learned on any instrument,” he recalls. It wasn’t until 35 years later, when his ex-wife was in the hospital undergoing treatment for breast cancer, that he picked up the ukulele again. “I was trying to keep her spirits up, and I’d bring my ukulele to the hospital and play,” he recalls. “She loved it and said she didn’t want to hear anything other than ukulele music. And that’s when I started getting back into it.” “Into it” he most certainly is. Not only does he play the ukulele in various ensembles, including the Lau Hawaiian Collective (cofounded by his Hawaiian-born girlfriend, Kim Sueoka), but he also has amassed a collection of some 70 ukuleles of all shapes, sizes and vintages. Many he got for a song when he first started acquiring them in the late 1990s. “I was seeing them at garage sales and flea markets before ukuleles became hot,” he says. “They were selling for around $5.” He owns several made in the traditional Hawaiian style out of koa wood. Among them is a 1920s vintage Martin that was in a box of ukes he picked up for $50 at an auction. He also owns plastic ukuleles made by Mario Maccaferri, the Italian luthier who designed guitars for Django Reinhardt, including the plastic T.V. Pal uke endorsed by Arthur Godfrey on his 1950 television show, Arthur Godfrey and His Ukulele. But the ukulele from the instrument’s 1950s heyday most coveted by collectors is his Jungle Uke, covered in striped synthetic fur. Among the more recent acquisitions in Kapell’s collection is a U-Bass, a baritone uke with rubber strings. He also has a few “banjoleles,” including one he bought in Sweden. “The ukulele is huge in Sweden,” says Kapell. “Here, they give kids recorders to teach them music. In Sweden, they give them ukuleles.” Maybe that will start happening here, too, now that the ukulele is once again cool and everyone seems to want a cute little uke. “I was driving down the street yesterday,” Kapell says, “and I saw a woman walking along with a brand-new ukulele with the price tag hanging off of it and a big smile on her face.”
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John Barron Collects: Vintage Racing Bikes Also Collects: Coins
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bout 20 years ago, John Barron was biking with a friend when he was hit by a car. Although he was “banged up for a few weeks,” he says, there were no lasting injuries. Barron’s bike, on the other hand, was totaled, so he had to replace it. “I bought a bike called a Cinelli,” he says, adding that it was an Italian racing bike made in 1978. “It turned out that it was a very special bike.” So special, in fact, that it inspired Barron to collect several more Cinellis, along with a number of other vintage racing bikes. He currently owns nearly a dozen Cinellis, though he’s restored and sold more to other collectors. In the basement of his south Minneapolis home, where he keeps his collection, Barron points out a silver 1961 Cinelli with all of its original parts “that’s probably the nicest of its kind in the world.” Even its fenders are extraordinarily rare because people tended to take them off; he says he could get $3,000 just for them. Then there are the pale green Cinellis from the late 1950s that were ridden by the Italian national racing team. “There are only like six of these known in the world,” he exclaims, “and I’ve got three of them.” Early on in his collecting, Barron realized he had an eye for old bicycle parts. “You can find an old bike, but over the years it might have been upgraded with different parts,” he says. What you want as a collector are original or periodappropriate parts. So he “scoured the countryside,” combing through parts in bike shops. “I was able to find all this old stock that these folks had, and I’d buy everything I could,” Barron says. He learned to distinguish parts from different years by nuances like changes in the typefaces of words stamped into the parts. Barron has traveled to Italy seven or so times to buy bike parts at huge swap meets, and he’s been to Japan twice as often to sell parts to collectors there. “It just so happens that I have taste in expensive, rare stuff, and a lot of them do, too,” he says. Rarity isn’t the only factor in determining value, Barron insists. Desirability is also essential. And that might have very little to do with performance. “I bet that I could take a 2014 Toyota Camry to a racetrack and beat 10 different Ferraris from the 1960s,” he says. “But does the collector want a 2014 Camry? Hell no. They want the ’60s Ferrari.”
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Diane Sims Page Collects: African-American Memorabilia Also Collects: Depression-Era Glassware
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Duane Saunders Collects: Microcars Also Collects: Dealer Emblems
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_man’s home may be his castle, but his garage is his sanctuary. Especially when he has a garage like Duane Saunders does. In his hangar-like hangout at the AutoMotorPlex in Chanhassen, he has created a gleaming shrine for his collection of minuscule mementoes of automotive history. Saunders holds 17 patents for sports-medicine and physical-therapy products that The Saunders Group marketed all over the world. As he contemplated selling his company several years ago, he realized he would have to come up with something to replace it. “My kids said, ‘Dad, you’re going to go nuts when you retire, because you don’t do anything but work,’” Saunders says. Having fond memories of a tiny late-1950s BMW Isetta he bought while stationed at Fort Sill in Oklahoma, he thought it might be fun to find another Isetta and restore it. Then one day while driving, he saw a car on the side of the road with a For Sale sign. “The interior was totally ratty, and the floor was rusted completely out of it,” Saunders recalls. “I didn’t even know what it was, but it was little.” He ended up buying and restoring the diminutive car, which turned out to be a 1970 Subaru 360 (notoriously branded “unacceptably hazardous” by Consumer Reports in a review that concluded: “It was a pleasure to squirm out of the Subaru, slam the door and walk away”). After buying another tiny three-wheeled car called a Free-Way that was made in Burnsville in the early 1980s, Saunders tracked down two BMW Isettas stored in a barn south of Carver. To say they needed a lot of work is an understatement, judging by the “before” photos on the wall of Saunders’ garage. Fortunately, he found someone experienced in auto body and mechanical work to help him. “I always tell people that I’m good at taking things apart, but I have to hire someone to put them back together,” Saunders says with a smile. His microcar collection has since grown to include seven Isettas, six slightly larger BMW 600s and a 1956 Messerschmitt KR200 (built by the German aircraft company, it has a steering bar like an airplane’s and a canopy top that swings open like a cockpit cover), not to mention a couple of early ’80s electric Comuta-cars (described by Saunders as “a golf cart made into an automobile”). Saunders also collects wine corks and creates art with them, including a huge map of Europe — made with corks from each country — hanging on a wall of his garage. A couple years ago, he covered an Isetta with almost 2,000 corks he cut in half and painstakingly glued to the car. “My two hobbies are cork art and car restoration,” he explains, “so it’s only natural that I cover a car in corks.”
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The Art of the Advisor A collector’s best friend, Kati Lovaas is the ultimate art advisor. | BY KAREN S. SCHNEIDER
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ere’s the thing about working in an industry where a million-dollar masterpiece can look an awful lot like a squiggle of paint on a piece of paper: People are apt to say things like, “I have a third-grader who did something as good as that.” To them, art advisor Kati Lovaas offers the same advice every time: “Great. Let’s put it up!” And so they do. Right next to, oh, say, the six-figure Takashi Murakami. Or the seven-figure Peter Doig. And why not? “Contemporary art is like the wild, wild West,” says Lovaas.“There are no rules.” Not written ones, anyway. Even a world-class collector — the kind who keeps Lovaas on retainer so she can fly on a moment’s notice to Berlin to check out the latest Neil Rausch opening — can mix in his kid’s scribbles. As long as it’s her best scribbles. “I don’t care if you’re Picasso or Warhol or an emerging artist like Nate Lowman. In any show, there’s a huge difference between one work and another,” says Lovaas. “There is good, better and best. And that’s what I do. I find the best.” Actually, that’s just one thing she does. For the handful of clients willing to drop at least $100,000 a year on the modern and contemporary art she specializes in, Lovaas, an independent art advisor who works from her home in Wayzata, also negotiates the best price for it. She helps install it. She develops it — and other finds — into a coherent collection. She can give a collector a public presence, or just the opposite: make sure no one at the office or the club or anywhere else knows you own the most important Murakami on the market. If you like, she can snag you a Kanye West ticket. (“He’s a big collector,” she explains). Or get you VIP access to Art Basel Miami Beach. In a world where a long line of collectors clamors to acquire a limited number of important pieces, Lovaas’s most powerful asset is access. “It’s not about who’s first in line or who has the most money. You can offer more than the asking price. It doesn’t matter,” she explains. “For very desirable pieces or artists, galleries won’t sell to an unknown collector. But I can circumvent that. If I stand behind a collector, it makes a difference.” She is, in the words of David Petersen, who owns a contemporaryart gallery a few blocks from the Walker Art Center in Minneapolis, “the real deal” — and a unique presence in Minnesota: a locally based advisor with a national clientele and an international presence. The
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“Art adds a vital element to anyone’s life. It stimulates your thinking. It challenges people.” — KATI LOVAAS
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daughter of German parents (her pediatrician father relocated to Rochester to work at the Mayo Clinic), Lovaas practiced law in Munich, London and New York before switching gears about a dozen years ago to refocus on her first love: art. She took classes at Christie’s and did an “intense internship” under the guidance of renowned curator Gary Garrels, a Walker alum then at New York’s Museum of Modern Art. “She has an amazing background and can provide a link to this massive Byzantine labyrinth that is the art world,” says Petersen. “She has incredible experience and expertise.” Though her purchases tend to run from $60,000 to several million, Lovaas has a passion for the kind of emerging art Petersen shows (usually ranging from $1,000 to $2,000) and recently bought a photograph by local artist Joe Smith for an important collector, granting instant bragging rights to Smith and Petersen alike. When he showed at the NADA fair in New York this year, Petersen was thrilled Lovaas stopped by: “Just her being seen in my booth added some clout, some street cred, some cultural cache.” All that cache comes at a cost, jokes Lovaas, “I have several million miles on Delta alone.” She is a familiar face to top-tier gallerists and curators from New York to London, São Paulo to
modern museum LEFT “She is intensely interested in the individual collector, in
creating a collection that expresses you,” says a longtime client of Lovaas, at home next to “Stone Fruit” by Nicolas Party. The sculpture behind her is the model for “Bluff” by Roxy Paine. ABOVE Never mind a castle; for Lovaas, her home is her museum. She flew in Swiss artist Nicolas Party to hand-paint this wall. The limited-edition print in the background is “Foam Party” by Minneapolis artist Alec Soth. artfullivingmagazine.com Artful Living
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Istanbul, where she regularly prowls art fairs, biennials and artists’ studios in search of that special piece. “I don’t care how many images you look at on the Internet,” she says. “Until you stand face-to-face with a work, you don’t know what will make the hair on the back of your neck stand on end.” That gut feeling is what clients pay for. “She has a spectacular eye, an instinct,” says one New York-based client, a MoMA board member who is considered one of the top contemporary-art collectors in the world. In more than a decade as his advisor, Lovaas has helped him fill three homes with “first-rate” art, he says. “I’m excited by everything she brings me. She has a gift. I don’t collect for investment. It’s what I love. That said, my collection has gone up a tremendous amount — more than my hedge-funds returns. It really ticks off my financial advisor.” The fact is, for the past decade, the market for contemporary art has outperformed the Standard & Poor’s 500. In 2011, sales topped $5 billion at auction alone. Add in art fairs and galleries, and well, pretty soon you’re talking real money. Totally unregulated, the price of any work can change from one moment to the next as the whims of the world’s super rich mix with the instincts of insiders — gallerists, curators, critics and advisors like Lovaas — to determine value. Even for those who would barely notice a six-figure drop, coming out on top is part of the thrill. Says Lovaas: “I’ve never met a billionaire who didn’t want to win.” She doesn’t mind it, either. Several years ago, Lovaas was given access to a painting by Brazilian artist Beatriz Milhazes for just over $60,000. “It had been offered to MoMA, but the curator turned it down,” she recalls. “They thought it was an A-minus
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a gallery or a collector. She is absolutely a tastemaker,” says gallery owner David Petersen of Lovaas, in front of “Silver Star” by Mark Handforth. RIGHT Interaction is part of the art experience. Says Lovaas of the Valeska Soares “Vaga Lume” installation on her ceiling: “It absolutely begs people to pull on the cords. You can’t resist.”
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spotlight || art Look the Part Attitude is key in the see-and-be-seen world of art.“You can never go wrong in a black dress with edge,” says Lovaas, who favors the cheeky cool of Miu Miu — and stays away from bold color for two reasons. “One, I don’t want to compete with the art. And two, I don’t want someone saying, ‘Oh, my, she’s wearing that pink dress again?’” As for heels, go “as high as you can stand for an opening. But not for a fair. You walk four, five miles at a fair. You can tell someone is a total newbie if she shows up in six-inch heels.”
An Entry Point for Everyone $10 to $1,000: “Check out the MCAD [Minneapolis College of Art and Design] student show or the Midway Monster Drawing Rally, where emerging artists create before your eyes,” says Lovaas. “You can get a drawing for $35 by someone who sells works for, say, $10,000. As important, you can talk to the artists, find out who interests you. This has zero investment value, but it’s a great way to get involved — buy an original piece and support the arts.” $1,000 to $5,000: “At this price point, you can find wonderful works by emerging artists like the ones featured at the David Petersen Gallery. Also, consider a numbered print by a known artist; these often come up on eBay. This could be an etching, a woodcut, an engraving — but not a poster.” $5,000 to $10,000: “Look for an emerging artist who has moved up past the first group show, typically in a younger gallery, someone has been picked up by a bigger gallery for a second show. You really have to spend $10,000 for a painting by an established emerging artist.” $100,000: “There are two theories of collection,” says Lovaas. “One says it’s best to cast a broad net and get several pieces: a painting, a sculpture — get some diversity. The other is more directed. Buy the single best piece you can afford by a particular artist and hope it does well. This is why you talk to an advisor. There are as many collection strategies as there are collectors.” $1 million: “If I had a million — well, more than a million — I would invest in Gerhard Richter or Maurizio Cattelan,” says Lovaas. “I love his subversive wit.”
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painting. But I had been to the artist’s studio in Rio. I knew her and her work. And I thought, ‘No, this is better than A-minus. This is great.’ I called my client and said, ‘You should buy this.’ He said, ‘Are you sure?’ I said, ‘I’m sure. Buy it.’ His heirs sold it five years later at Sotheby’s for $2.1 million. That’s a good return.” But, she cautions, a rare one. “You can do very well with art. I have had collections increase ten, twentyfold. But there are no guarantees. You have to be willing to take risks and make mistakes,” Lovaas says. “Anyone who tells you everything they have ever bought has increased in value is not telling the truth.” Of course, a return is only one way to assess a collection — or motivate a buyer. What makes a work valuable to a particular collector? The list is long: a work’s aesthetic integrity. Historical or political context. Some collect for social status. Some for an emotional connection. When Lovaas took a new client to an art fair to get a sense of what he responded to, she noticed he kept returning to one minimalist work: “I asked why, and he said, ‘It reminds me of a poster I had in my room in college.’ I said, ‘It must have been an Ellsworth Kelly.’ And he said, ‘Yup, that’s it.’” That nostalgic impulse shaped his collection. Others are after a different impulse altogether. “I had one collector whose motivation was, ‘Is it sexy?’ That was a great entry point,” laughs Lovaas. “I took him to Miami Basel, and he ended up spending about $300,000. But he said, ‘You know what I liked best? The women.’ He didn’t miss an art fair after that.” Whatever an individual’s motivation, Lovaas believes in art’s importance in life — and it starts in her home. Her husband, Mark, a plastic surgeon, studied fine arts at Yale and paints in his spare time. Their older daughter, Christina, is an art-history major at Cornell; their younger daughter, Alex, a senior at Blake, interned at the Walker over the summer; and her twin, Karl, has served as creative director for the school paper and plans to be an architect. “Art adds a vital element to anyone’s life,” says Lovaas. “It stimulates your thinking. It challenges people. You’d be so surprised by my clients. They can be very conservative politically, and yet they collect very avant-garde work. That’s what I love about art. It breaks down stereotypes. It adds diversity. It brings different communities together. It adds a critical dimension for any city.” Lovaas is the first to admit that the art world can seem intimidating and exclusive. Forget the wine cellar; her typical client likely owns the vineyard, along with several homes, a yacht, a private jet. As she says, “The air can get pretty thin up there.” Determined to breath more oxygen into the atmosphere, she sits on the boards of Midway Contemporary Art, a nationally recognized nonprofit gallery in Northeast Minneapolis dedicated to showcasing emerging artists, as well as the Tieger Foundation, which supports major curatorial projects in contemporary arts. She mixes the work of young talent into her personal collection. “There’s a lot of fun and excitement in emerging artists,” she says. “It’s not exactly where I advise my clients to go because it’s not the smartest place to invest. But it’s the easiest to afford. There is an entry point for everyone.” Including the work by that emerging artist scribbling on his napkin at the dinner table. One of Lovaas’s favorite installations happened by accident: She was helping a client install his collection in a new home, unpacking boxes in the garage. “He was telling me he wanted to buy a piece to put above the fireplace,” she recalls. “I happened to see this awesome painted skateboard on a shelf in the corner. I asked, ‘What’s that?’ He said, ‘Oh, just something my kid did.’ I put it over the fireplace. They love it.” As for the lost commission, Lovaas just shrugs. “I’m not in this for the money. I make more through my own investments. I’m in this because I love it,” she explains. “And yes, I have my opinions about art. But I also want to educate my clients and teach them to express their own individuality, so that when someone walks into your house, your space, they get an idea of who you are. Look, in this day, you can buy anything. You can buy a yacht. You can buy a Porsche. But a lot of people have Porsches. Art is unique. It is one. No one else has it. Art is the ultimate luxury, because it is the ultimate reflection of you.”
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Woman On Fire The next chapter of Debbie Fallon’s unbelievable adventure is yet to be written. | BY IVY GRACIE
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ebbie Fallon got the call at 3:03 p.m. on March 26: Her house was on fire. By the time she got to her Edina home 20 minutes later, it was completely engulfed in flames. Inside was a copious assortment of sketches, watercolors, furnishings and personal effects of a prominent post – World War I Spanish furniture designer. The culmination of five years of tireless work and considerable investment, the collection was so artistically exciting and timelessly stylish that museums throughout the United States were courting her with hints of exhibits and retailers wooing her with the possibility of lucrative licensing deals. But as the fire reduced Fallon’s home to a charred heap of unrecognizable rubble, it appeared everything she had been working for had gone up in flames.
When I walked into Debbie Fallon’s home a month earlier, it felt more like an antique shop than a private residence. Display and curio cabinets crammed the living room; the dining-room table was buried under papers and unframed paintings; and a musty, masculine tapestry draped, heavy with the weight of its age, from a banister overlooking the home’s lower level. Fallon greeted me in a smoky voice — not a pack-a-day-for-30-years voice, but a rasp that sounded more like she’d been cheering too loud and too long at a rock concert the night before. Her highlighted blonde hair was loosely pinned back from her face in a non-style that seemed torn between staying put and falling down. On anyone else it would have looked haphazard, but on Fallon it worked — her vibe was somewhere between Stevie Nicks and Kathleen Turner. A blur of people bustled through the space like stagehands five minutes before curtain, moving items from one place to another, running up and down the stairs, and speaking to one another in harried, hushed voices. Fallon and I sidestepped our way through the commotion, and with the anticipatory energy of a kid on Christmas Eve, she explained that in two hours representatives from the Minneapolis Institute of Arts would be assessing the agglomeration filling the home and discussing the possibility of presenting an exhibition, hence the hubbub.
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“Manuel Lopez made furniture for the very wealthy,” she said matter-of-factly as she led me into the overcrowded living room. I hurried to catch up — both to Fallon and her story. “He had a very famous furniture store in Madrid in the 1930s. We thought we were just buying his furniture and artwork, but it turned out we had his whole life.” “We got blueprints and full-scale drawings. All of his hand sketches, his paintbrushes,
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sculptures and paintings,” she paused to take a breath. “Birth certificates, death certificates, wedding pictures, travel pictures, passports. Rings, eyeglasses… Look! Here’s his hat.” She patted a gray fedora dangling from a hat stand atop one of the cases. We wriggled into a cramped seating area and sank into the sofa, and for the next two hours, Fallon explained who Lopez was, and how his legacy came into her possession.
“Five years ago, I was decorating a boutique hotel in Toledo, Spain,” she explained. “I was in the market for antiques, and the woman who was doing the hotel closets said that her husband’s great-grandfather left him his studio when he passed away. She said they’d never been in it, but supposedly it contained a lot of cool antiques.” “So I meet her in Madrid, at a parking garage,” Fallon explained, her eyes widening like a kid telling a ghost story at summer camp. “We go through this teeny metal door, walk down a ramp and go around a corner where there’s another little door. She turns the key, and we walk in. She finds the light switch,
turns it on and it’s just a bulb hanging from the ceiling. I looked around, the hair on my neck stood up and I started to shake.” The cobweb-covered space was jam-packed with old desks, typewriters, furniture, tapestries and paintings. “It was so overwhelming that I didn’t even know where to look,” said Fallon. She knew she’d stumbled across something special but purchased just a few items to bring home. “I knew it was amazing, but I had no idea how to get any of it back,” she added. So she did it bit by bit. Over the next four years, Fallon returned to Spain frequently, making regular visits to the warehouse to purchase more goods.
As Fallon’s collection grew, a friend who owned a home-furnishings store in the Twin Cities offered a small space in her shop to display the treasures. When a customer offered $5,000 for five of Fallon’s watercolors, both women took notice. After the customer left, Fallon told her friend about the warehouse in Spain. Fallon’s friend offered to partner with her to purchase more items and ultimately
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negotiated the deal to buy everything in the space. “I couldn’t afford to do it all by myself,” Fallon admitted. “She went in 50-50 just because she believed in me.” In 2012, the women made their first trip to Madrid together. Fallon’s new partner had never seen the warehouse; Fallon had been there many times. But neither had an inkling of the breadth of what they’d taken on. “We bought the contents of the warehouse not really knowing everything that was in there,” Fallon recounted. “We were digging for days. It was so dirty we had to wear
masks. We threw away our clothes every day. I would take a shower, and I’d still be dirty.” “Every day we would haul suitcases full of stuff back to the hotel where homeless people would be outside asking for money,” she went on. “One day we sat down on the side of the street — I just had to have a cigarette — and people were trying to give us money. They thought we were homeless.” “We thought we could get everything out, packed and shipped in 10 days,” she added. “It took 20. Everything you see here was hand-carried home.” However hard the work, it was worth it. Because what they uncovered was a veritable time capsule crammed with a staggering array of artifacts, art, records and relics detailing the life, times and talent of its extraordinary owner.
“Manuel Lopez lived large and had lots of connections,” Fallon said, pointing to a black-and-white photo. “This is his store, Serrano 17. He bought it from his dad at the age of 25 in 1931.” “He was connected to Francisco Franco,” she continued. “This was the era of Hitler and Franco — people didn’t have money then. But Manuel Lopez was able to do things that most people couldn’t do. He and his wife went to Paris. They traveled all over. She had Christian Dior shoes and alligator bags. He had a sailboat. He flew on the Flying Dutchman.”
I was admiring the shoes when Fallon turned my attention to a display of art-deco movie posters: “He even got into the film business and imported films. He would buy the distribution rights then translate them into Spanish.” She opened a drawer in an armoire. “We have scripts and all these black-and-white still shots from the films.” She escorted me to a long hallway where large, white tagboards sat propped up against the walls, covered with black-and-white photos of Lopez with his family and friends, old bills, bank statements, and other documents. “We have paperwork starting from 1912,” she said. “The story of his life is unraveling in front of us.” “In May of 1934, he got money from a bank in Spain,” she explained. “Then he flew to Germany, went to a bank and made two deposits. He left that same day and flew to Paris, so something was going on there — we just don’t know what.” “His store burned in May of 1939,” Fallon jumped a few years ahead in her narrative, “so he moved to a warehouse/studio. He didn’t have the storefront anymore, but he still made furniture. He opened up a factory outside of Madrid.” “We’re still trying to piece his story together,” she admitted. “There’s so much documentation here.” As evidenced by the photos and passport stamps, designing furniture for the privileged came with privileges of its own. But it required genuine artistic talent, something Manuel Lopez had in abundance. “He would meet with the clients and design the layout of the room and each piece of furniture all by hand,” Fallon explained. “Then the client would pick the furniture pieces they wanted, and he would draw the final picture of the room. In Spain, it was very popular to have a drawing of your room, so that’s what Manuel Lopez would do.” She pulled out a delicate color illustration of a classic European sitting room then produced a small book of all the sketches leading up to the finished product. “We have his blueprints, full-scale drawings and all the beautiful little sketchbooks he would use to make notes about the furniture.” Lopez’s design work could easily be categorized as fine art. And to say that the man was prolific is an understatement. Fallon estimated she had about 10,000 original pieces of artwork: pencil sketches, ink and colored pencil drawings, watercolors, and hand-cut cardboard stencils. But Lopez’s talent wasn’t limited to paint, pen and pencils; the designer also produced
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careful curation Evidenced by the countless photos, documents and
sketches, Debbie Fallon’s find of designer Manuel Lopez’s warehouse offered a rare and personal exhibit of a true artist.
lavish metal ornamental fixtures: door locks and keys, drawer pulls, and decorative pieces. And then there was his furniture: chairs, tables, armoires — all custom-designed and covered with fabric of Lopez’s design. Many of his wood pieces featured hand carvings by the designer himself. After purchasing the contents of the underground warehouse, Fallon learned about another warehouse outside Madrid filled with even more of his furnishings. Over the course of eight months, she made six trips to Spain — sometimes alone, other times with her business partner or her boyfriend. “Every trip we brought more than 18 suitcases home weighing more than 70 pounds apiece,” Fallon declared. “We also have two large shipping containers with furniture and larger pieces coming on a boat from Spain.” Once they got everything they could carry back to the States, Fallon and her partner quickly became experts in art restoration and preservation. They meticulously cleaned, wrapped and catalogued each watercolor, sketch and photo. They cleaned and stored his personal artwork and effects. And they became instant historians, sifting and sorting
through the multitudinous documents, diaries, photos and passports in an attempt to flesh out the details of Lopez’s life. Recognizing the collection’s potential for licensing opportunities, the women digitized each watercolor so the fabric, wall covering and carpet patterns illustrated in the paintings could be duplicated for modern-day lifestyle applications like linens, china, area rugs, fabrics and wall coverings. “We have exclusive rights to his name, to all the artwork, to all the furniture he designed and everything else,” Fallon’s voice rose with excitement. “Everybody’s always looking for something new, original, never seen before. Look at these designs! Lopez was Versace before there was a Versace!” The possibility of exhibiting the collection was equally enticing. “People have told us to break up the collection and sell it piece by piece. They say we could make more money that way. But I don’t think we should,” Fallon mused. “We could find a backer to keep the collection intact and produce a traveling exhibition. We don’t care if we don’t get recognition; at least it will be preserved and seen by the world. This is about preserving the beauty that’s been lost for so many years.”
the find of a lifetime Inside a dingy warehouse in Madrid, Debbie Fallon
discovered the art, artifacts, furnishings and personal effects of Spanish interior designer, artist, furniture- and filmmaker Manuel Lopez.
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“I believe Manuel Lopez wanted his story to get out,” Fallon said earnestly. “Finding his work has made me feel like I had a purpose. I had to take out a loan, but it’s all been worth it. For the past nine years, I’ve been going through a tough divorce. It’s over now, but it left me completely broke. But now I’m happier than I’ve ever been. We don’t really know where this is all going to go, but it’s going to be cool to see how it will play out.”
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Christopher Cardozo has spent most of his adult life following in the footsteps of Edward S. Curtis. | BY DAVID MAHONEY
F
orty years is a lot of time to devote to another person. An intense commitment of that duration would be difficult to sustain if the relationship didn’t offer substantial rewards. Christopher Cardozo, who has dedicated the past four decades to collecting and disseminating the work of Edward S. Curtis, harbors no doubts that the benefits he has reaped have more than repaid his efforts. “Collecting and being around Curtis’s work has profoundly informed my life,” says Cardozo, surrounded by Curtis photographs hanging on the walls of his home near Lake of the Isles in Minneapolis. “It’s been a window and a mirror. It has helped me understand so many things about myself and about the world.” Cardozo’s unswerving commitment to the Curtis cause parallels Curtis’s own dogged determination during the first 30 years of the 20th century to create a record of native North Americans in photographs and words. The resulting 20-volume sets of The North American Indian stand as landmark achievements in the arenas of book publishing, photography and ethnographical research. “He persevered, through incredible hardships and against great odds, and created what today is the most valuable set of rare books ever made in America,” says Cardozo, who recently appraised a set worth more than $3 million. But, he emphasizes, Curtis never could have accomplished what he did without the considerable contributions of the people he studied and photographed: “It was most likely the largest participatory, collaborative project in history at that time. Ten thousand native people were actively participating in creating this body of work.” “There’s a strong record of native people actually competing to get Curtis to come in and work with them,” Cardozo says. “Because they realized if Curtis didn’t create this record — Curtis was the one who had gained the trust of Geronimo and Red Cloud and Chief Joseph, so he was well-credentialed — it would all be gone. Their grandchildren or their great-grandchildren might have no idea of who they really were or what they looked like.”
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On the Curtis Trail
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he life trajectories of Curtis, the photographer and amateur ethnographer, and Cardozo, the collector, intersect in surprising ways. “It’s what Jung would call amazing synchronicity,” says Cardozo. For starters, they both had their first significant exposure to photography at the age of 17 in St. Paul — Cardozo as a high-school student at St. Paul Academy, Curtis as an apprentice in a portrait studio. “I think that’s where he really started learning about lighting and composition, things that you see throughout his body of work,” says Cardozo. Then they each had a transformative experience, in a faraway place among native people, that changed the courses of their lives. Soon after graduating from the University of Minnesota with a BFA in photography and film, Cardozo drove down to Mexico to help one of his professors make a film. As it turned out, his professor decided not to make the film, but he suggested Cardozo go explore a tiny Indian village high in the Sierra Madre Mountains of Oaxaca. Cardozo ended up spending almost six months there, taking photographs, making sound recordings and shooting film. “It was probably the most incredible experience I had ever had in my life,” says Cardozo. “Most of the people thought that they lived on an island. There was no electricity. There was very little contact with the outside world. Most of them had never heard of the United States.” Because the native people spoke an obscure, unwritten dialect, Cardozo would go for days without speaking to anyone. That left him free to just observe, and to shoot what he observed. Curtis’s watershed experience happened the summer of 1900, when he accompanied prominent anthropologist George Bird Grinnell on an expedition to Montana. There, living among the Blackfoot people, he witnessed one of the last great enactments of the sun dance ceremony before it was outlawed by the federal government. Because Grinnell had earned the trust of the Blackfoot over the course of 20 seasons of fieldwork, they were willing to talk with Curtis about their personal histories as well as their spiritual beliefs and practices. “So he got a real sense of who these people were on very deep levels,” Cardozo says. Although by this time Curtis had established a successful photographic portrait studio in Seattle, he hit the road again soon after returning from Montana, this time on a self-financed trip to Arizona to photograph the Navajo and Hopi people. After that, Cardozo says, Curtis “never turned back. That became his life, his passion.”
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ardozo’s first fateful encounter with Curtis came in 1972, just a day or two after he returned from his Mexican sojourn. He had stopped off in Albuquerque to visit a friend and fellow photographer and showed her the prints he had made of his photos from the Oaxacan village. She said that he had to see the work of Edward S. Curtis, which had just become available for the first time in a contemporary book. When Cardozo found the book in a local store, he felt “a shock of recognition” at seeing photographs so reminiscent of those he had just made. “I was just blown away,” he recalls. Back on the road to Minnesota, Cardozo made another stop
in Boulder, Colo., to see more friends, including an Indian art dealer from St. Paul. When Cardozo showed him his newly acquired book of Curtis photographs, his friend informed him that some people who had recently purchased the mother lode of Curtis archives were supplying a small gallery right there in Boulder. The gallery turned out to have several of the photogravures intended to go into volumes of The North American Indian. After a couple hours of internal debate, Cardozo ended up buying two of them for $35 a piece. “That was the start of it,” he says, reflecting on his first steps along the Curtis trail. Having worked for a few months and saved a few thousand dollars, Cardozo spent it all on Curtis prints, this time directly from the archive owners. In order to recoup some of his investment, he sold some prints, establishing the strategy he pursued for the next several decades as he built his collection into what is widely acknowledged to be the broadest Curtis collection in the world. “For me, collecting is very much a creative activity,” says Cardozo, referring to the curatorial function of collecting and the discovery of connections between images. “I get to have the excitement of finding things I’ve never seen before, and then I get to own them and live with them.” Although Cardozo obviously takes great pleasure in owning such a rich cache of Curtis’s work, he also gains satisfaction from sharing that work with others. Over the years, Cardozo has published books about Curtis, mounted international exhibitions of his photographs, printed and sold contemporary photos made
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from his negatives, and operated a gallery devoted to him in Aspen, Colo. “I feel a really strong moral obligation to bring his work to the world,” he says.
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incredible assemblage Christopher Cardozo’s collection of Edward S. Curtis work is nearing completion.
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fter 40 years in a committed relationship of the sort Cardozo has had with Curtis, it’s only natural to want a little “me” time. That desire started to crystallize for Cardozo recently when he realized that 2018 would be both the sesquicentennial of Curtis’s birth and the 70th anniversary of his own. “I would really like to get back much more to doing my own photography,” he says. “I would like to have more time for my personal pursuits and continuing to explore and develop my spiritual path.” The time for a change may be ripe for another reason: His collection is nearing completion. “There’s not a lot more that I can do in terms of building the collection,” Cardozo says, adding that he’s only bought a handful of pieces since the beginning of the year. Cardozo likes to use the metaphor that he picked up the baton Curtis left on the trail long ago. The time may soon be approaching for Cardozo to pass on the baton and surrender his collection to posterity. He’s had discussions with people in Dallas, Denver, Seattle and Minneapolis about making his collection the centerpiece of an Edward S. Curtis/Sacred Legacy museum. He’s also working on a 10,000-print repatriation of Curtis’s work to native people (he chose the quantity to match the number of native people who participated in Curtis’s project) that will go to tribal colleges and cultural centers as well as individuals. “Over the years, I have seen so many native people moved by Curtis’s imagery,” he says. Before Cardozo parts ways with his collection, though, he plans to use it to put on “the two most significant Curtis exhibitions in history.” The first, scheduled to open an international tour in 2015, will encompass 100 of Curtis’s most masterful photographs from Cardozo’s collection. The second, “ultimate” exhibition — timed to commemorate the Curtis sesquicentennial — will include 250 photographs and related objects. Far from feeling that he has been limited by his extraordinary focus on one man’s work, Cardozo clearly believes he has tapped into something of universal significance. “It transcends Curtis, it transcends native people,” he says. “If you look at the best of his work, it is really a profoundly human story.”
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hanks to repeat broadcasts of Antiques Roadshow, Tom Power still gets asked about “that watch.” It was one of the most incredible finds to occur on camera when the public-television show came to St. Paul’s RiverCentre nearly 10 years ago to mine for lost treasures in the Upper Midwest. Power, an engineer from Amery, Wis., brought a watch owned by his great-grandfather for appraisal. It wasn’t the first time the timepiece had been evaluated. Seventeen years earlier, an appraiser pegged the value at $6,000, but Power had seen a similar watch appraised for $25,000 on television. He hoped his might be worth more than $50,000. The Power family was in for a big surprise. The 1914 Patek Philippe 18-karat gold pocket watch with a “complicated” movement boasts 37 jewels, an unusual nickel lever movement, and a host of other extras, such as a split chronograph and a perpetual calendar that adjusts for leap years. For decades, it had rested in a safe deposit box.
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“My father used to bring it home every once in a while when I was a kid,” remembers Power, “and we’d play with the chimes.” His great-grandfather was George Thompson, former owner of the St. Paul Pioneer Press and the Dispatch. And while the origin of the watch is unclear, Power assumes it was either given to Thompson or, more likely, commissioned by him (he had a love of mathematics). Thompson passed away in 1917, three years after taking ownership of the watch. As it turns out, it was one of the three most famous double-dialed watches in the world. “I’ve never held a watch like this in my hand,” said the Antiques Roadshow expert. “This is one incredible watch.” And he valued it at $250,000. “I can’t believe it,” said Power upon hearing the number. “How do I get it home?” “Carefully,” replied the appraiser. Power and his wife, who have three children and four grandchildren, put the watch up for auction in 2006, two years later. (“How was I ever going to cut a watch up
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