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INSIDE THIS ISSUE fall/winter 2008

IN THE UPSTATE

Features 16 Out of the Blue Interior designer brings ideas to life

56 A Worldly Welcome Cultural keepsakes find their place in this historic home

95 Gorgeous in Green

Showcase home is a study in stately sustainability

121 At Home for the Holidays

Creativity lights up festive season for the Hardys

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Departments

10 Notes From Home 33 Ideas In Bloom

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Fall’s Natural Bounty

38 Wine and Dining

Favorite Seafood Recipes Brasserie Ecosse… 38 Restaurant O… 76 Wine Storage… 43

50 My Favorite… Objet d’Art

81 Art & Antiques

Collecting old or unusual pieces of silver always a satisfying quest

107 Trends

Craftsman Style – Dream, Discover, Do

on the cover

Exotic sculptures from around the world are artfully blended with traditional furnishings throughout the Boggs home in Gaffney. Photo by TJ Getz.

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Notes from Home

THIS SuMMEr H AS BEEn SO HOT A nd drY TH AT I dOn’T THInk A n Y Of uS W Ill prOTEST lEAv InG IT BEHInd A nd MOv InG TOWA rd SOME COOl TEMpEr ATurES A nd COz Y nIGHTS BY A WA r M fIrE. However, one of the homes featured in this issue, The Boggs home in Gaffney, has such a lovely garden that I must beg your indulgence to allow us to stretch the season just a little. You’ll understand and approve as soon as you see it. Along with it we’re featuring a fabulous Cliffs home in which the owners, The Bushers, have so much fun cooking and entertaining their guests that they have not one but TWO kitchens. Each is beautifully decorated and uniquely inviting. As per tradition, we couldn’t do a fall/winter issue without including a home that has been fully decorated for the holiday season. The Hardys in Anderson have a great background story with their home in addition to the beautiful trees, garland and holiday style.

We are introducing a new feature that we’re calling Green AT HOME. It will highlight the latest trends in home design that incorporate environmentally sound and sustainable elements. I thank all of our homeowners for their hospitality and generous nature that allowed us to visit their lovely homes. If you’ve ever wondered what exactly is meant by “Craftsman style” then you’ll be interested in the Trends feature. We’ve engaged one of our local experts to help demystify and hopefully simplify the necessary elements that embody this classic design style. The gleam of silver has entranced generations of homeowners, and collectors sometimes search endlessly for just the right piece. Our antiques specialists, Sarah and Mary, provide us with wonderful insight into the intricacies of collecting silver and give some fascinating history behind the various styles. There’s a whole lot more, so don’t miss anything. And be sure to catch up with us in the spring, as we will be bringing you lots of inspiration.

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LEFT: The house in The

Cliffs community is about 12 years old. George and Andrea purchased it two years ago, with a vision for what they wanted it to be. The outside’s woodwork, now stained dark, was an orangey cedar color. The flagstone on the porch was added to the front stairs and onto the walkway. The landscaping was redone by Woodland Design in Hendersonville.

George and Andrea Busher had not planned on buying a home in the Upstate so soon, with his retirement from commercial real estate investment and hers from a teaching career still a few years away. When driving through a Cliffs community, however, they were instantly drawn to a particular house. They knew their French antique porcelain, inherited from George’s grandmother, would fit beautifully. So even though originally looking for lots, not homes, they signed a contract that weekend. Growing up in Miami, George and his sisters would spend summers at Our Lady of the Hills Camp near Hendersonville. He returned for years as a camper and then a camp counselor. Andrea, a city girl from Miami, preferred vacationing in places like New York City. When George eventually brought her here to reminisce about his childhood, they stayed in Highland Lake Inn where his old camp used to be. Andrea fell in love with the Carolinas. Along the Blue Ridge Escarpment, where the range falls off into the foothills, the home has views photos � 18 � of Panther Mountain. Though only a story � 19 �

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With special touches by Suzi Smith of Design Partners Inc., the living area is dramatic and comfortable at the same time. Brazilian cherry floors were redone throughout the main level and on the staircase treads.

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day’s drive from Miami, Andrea said it feels worlds apart. The slower pace and vastly different scenery, from the palm trees and busy beaches to the serene mountainscape and lakes, were attractive selling points. The availability of six golf courses and two more to come, located in the eight Cliffs communities, finalized their decision. George and Andrea are relatively new players, both just starting and taking lessons within the past five years, but golf has quickly become their favorite pastime. “Sometimes it’s more like landscape work when we play,” she said. “But even though we’re not great, the scenery makes up for it.”

When they walked through the front door, George and Andrea saw something very different on the inside than what the house was saying on the outside. The exterior said French country chateau and she wanted to bring that look indoors. They had found the house; now they had to find someone who could make it a home. Suzi Smith, owner of Design Partners Inc., has a design center in the Cliffs and they stopped by to talk about the possibility of working together. When George and Andrea visited Suzi’s home, they knew they had found their designer. Her interior had the same look and feel they wanted, like photos � 20� something you might see in Europe. story � 22 � fall/winter 2008 | 19

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ABOVE: Green

cabinetry in the kitchen, right off the living area, was left the original color to tie into the green in the living room rug. Some cabinetry is refinished and fauxed to look like mahogany. The kitchen island is hand-stenciled. LEFT: The 72-inch

round kitchen table with a lazy Susan and wrought iron base was custom made from alder wood, handhewn and stained dark.

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Andrea had a clear vision of what she wanted, down to a picture of a Victorian room she had cut from a magazine. George’s mother had given them a pink chandelier and lamps. Along with these gifts, Andrea wanted the look from the photograph included in one of the bedrooms, knowing both of their mothers would love it. She said the beauty of hiring an interior designer is they are an artist, using furniture and design as their medium. “I had the ideas but she brought them to life.

I took a backseat and let her work her magic,” Andrea said. The spice colors chosen by Andrea complement the copper and pastel green Oriental rug from George’s grandmother. Suzi designed the living area around the rug, selecting elegantyet-comfortable fabric to cover the family’s sofas, a Baltic brown granite top for Andrea’s wooden table base, and antique pieces in the center of the room. An eight-foot mirror, from Red Baron’s Antiques in Atlanta, opposite the

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stone fireplace and wood bookshelves balances the space. Beyond the living room, three levels sprawl out on almost four acres. The home has five bedrooms, four full baths, two powder rooms and two kitchens. Fleming Builders in Taylors installed faux wooden beams that look like hand-hewn darkstained poplar on most ceilings. The crew completed the home theater designed by Suzi that includes a 108-inch screen and cushy leather seats for eight. The room features visual and sound components from Fusion Systems in Greenville. Suzi

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will add an antique candy counter and popcorn machine. Kessick, also in Greenville, constructed wooden racks for bottles seen through the wine cellar’s glass door. With the finishing touches on that room and the new downstairs kitchen, George and Andrea have the perfect spot to entertain and cook. While Suzi worked on the house for eight months, touching every piece of molding, floor and furnishings, George and Andrea stayed in Miami through the spring and early summer until the photos � 24� story � 28 � completion date.

In the dining room is a French antique double-pedestal inlayed wood top table, six-and-ahalf feet long and all one piece, and a custom-made china hutch. George and Andrea’s sconces, also antiques, are on either side of the window. Suzi found a coordinating chandelier for over the table.

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right: George’s French

office desk was made in 1850 from burled walnut. It is named a partner’s desk because two people can work face to face since it is open on both sides. below: George and Andrea brought a comfortable brown leather couch from their Miami home to use in the family area downstairs. The color scheme from upstairs continues to this area, just with a more relaxed style.

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TOP AND LEFT: The new downstairs

kitchen is cook-friendly and has turned out to be everyone’s favorite gathering place. ABOVE: Andrea and George Busher. photos � 26 � story � 28 �

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below: The chairs in the master bedroom are reupholstered French

antiques, circa 1850. Suzi had the antique white marble lamp painted and glazed in rust tones with dark glaze and accented with a black shade. Panther Mountain, part of the Blue Ridge range, is in view. OPPOSITE TOP: Andrea’s office is tucked around the corner from the

top of the staircase where there is a wall filled with family photos. The gallery has 50 photographs, with the couple’s wedding picture from 26 years ago in the center.

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above: Suzi was able to keep the floor, ceramic sink top and sunken tub in the master bath and find accompaniments. She chose wallpaper, had ceiling beams added and ďż˝ 28 ďż˝ cabinetry painted black. Seamless shower doors were added.

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In late July, Suzi and her staff greeted the Bushers with wine glasses in hand and welcomed them to their “new” home. Andrea said she had never used a designer before and she hoped the décor would be a reflection of them and not just a place someone else had decorated. She said, “Suzi captured our vision, personalities and lifestyle and brought warmth into our home.”  TOP: Three of the couple’s paintings hang in the guest bedroom. The one over the bed was the

inspiration for the colors and theme of the room.

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BOTTOM: The two single beds in this guest bedroom have custom headboards made to fit the space. Three iron drapery finials adorn each headboard.

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Amanda Bennett, Art Consultant: Amanda Bennett has been surrounded by art since age 11. That’s how old she was when her parents opened the doors of Bennetts’ Frame and Art Gallery in Greenville. As an art consultant, Amanda helps clients choose and integrate art into commercial and residential spaces. Amanda’s extensive experience is combined with an artful eye, creating an amazing talent for matching artwork to a space.

Art Broker: Much of the artwork found at Bennetts’ Frame and Art Gallery can’t be found anywhere else in Greenville. Through meeting artists in places like China, South Africa and Italy, Amanda has brought unique, one-of-a-kind pieces to her Greenville gallery that fit any budget and style.

Custom Framer: After decades in the framing business, Amanda can buy picture frame molding at incredible prices. Because she gets a great price- customers get a great price, too. Her 4,000 square foot warehouse holds a huge selection of framing materials. She and her staff are ready to guide customers easily through the framing process so they get exactly what they want.

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For the past nine months, Chef Steve Leitch has enjoyed not only feeding his guests at Brasserie Ecosse in Spartanburg, but also entertaining them. “We want our guests to have a great experience through food, beverage, service, music and art,” says Leitch, who grew up in Scotland and came to South Carolina to swim at Clemson University. After returning to Scotland to earn a culinary degree and completing several high-caliber apprenticeships, he moved back to South Carolina, working at some of the state’s top restaurants, including La Bastide at The Cliffs and Restaurant O. At Brasserie Ecosse, he and wife Michaela are combining their broad experience to create a variety of dining choices, from a simple bowl of mussels to a four-course meal. With a steady roster of events, guest musicians and specials, Leitch is making sure his restaurant is not simply a place to eat – it’s also a social hub for the neighborhood.

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right: Label out or vintage view racks allow

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well as a display row and an arched niche.

However, since most wine is consumed within 24 hours of purchase, a room temperature rack is fine for the more casual collector, he says.

David Williams, co-owner of Northampton Wines in Greenville, agrees that cellars are great for enthusiasts, but any dark spot where the temperature stays constant can work. “The average person coming here stores wine for 10 minutes, not 10 years,” he says. But for those who are keeping bottles around a

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Bass and his team often build sophisticated cellars with builtin temperature and humidity controls, along with insulation, lighting and more. But he says not every customer needs that attention to detail. “A corner closet that’s not on an outside wall, anywhere that’s nice and dark, is a good place,” Bass says.

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though consistency is more important than temperature, according to experts. Bright light and sunlight can damage wine as it ages, as can movement and vibration from heavy foot traffic or

of diamond bins, bulk storage and wire racks, called label out or vintage view, ensures every wine find can be accommodated. Bass takes this into consideration when he first meets with clients and

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His custom-built units, which can take on a variety of configurations, are typically made from mahogany, which resists mildew and moisture – a must in an environment with elevated humidity. While a full wine cellar requires a larger space, he has created many in closets or in the unused space underneath staircases. “We can add proper insulation, a cooling unit, lighting, doors and wall materials,� he says. “It can be as simple or as involved as someone wants it to be.�

In response to growing demand, Bass is currently building a wine cellar that could be considered a boarding facility for collectors’ favorite vintages. He’ll have 40 lockers that customers can rent to expand their storage space or to use while storage is being built. Each will have climate control, a security system and even a backup generator to ensure proper storage in any condition.

Many customers are seeking the aesthetic flourishes that add function and style to the area. “Entertainment is what it’s all about,� Bass says. “A wine cellar adds an element of entertainment for guests, and most people do like to show off their storage space.�

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Stemware racks, tasting tables and areas to display artwork are all increasingly popular. Many also like arched niches and a display row, which allows collectors to show off their favorite bottles. Kessick also sells tasting tables crafted from reclaimed wine barrels, some of which still show the purple evidence of their former role. Williams says wine collecting is growing in popularity, and the Upstate is no exception.

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An aromatic collection of roses thrives behind a wrought iron fence, waiting to welcome visitors to Steve and Paula Boggs’ historic home in Gaffney. When the couple purchased the home in 1990 (before picture at lower right), Paula thought the house needed a “fence with a presence.”

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above: The Boggs’ backyard before the couple

added ornamental beds and gravel paths to form an exact replica of a parterre garden they admired in Savannah. right: Paula says she enjoys the way the sun casts

shadows off the circular and square garden beds in the summertime. During the winter months, an uncommon snowfall that leaves snow on the different geometric shapes is “icing on the cake.”

District, was constructed circa 1913 and was named the “Byers House.” It changed ownership once – to Baseball Hall of Famer Gaylord Perry – before the Boggs purchased it in 1990. At that time, the house was a dark burgundy color and topped with an orange tile roof. Even though she thought the house had a “haunted” look to it, Paula also saw potential in the majestic brick abode – and a chance to make it a home of their own. Shortly afterward, the Boggs moved from Washington, D.C., to Gaffney. Steve, an anesthesiologist and partner with Foothills Anesthesia Consultants, began to build his practice. Paula started to decorate and renovate, which included adding the wrought iron fence to frame the home. Steve has sweetly suggested the home be dubbed “Rose Manor,” because Paula also cultivated an interest in planting roses. Now, climbing roses yearn to reach the top of the front porch, while a mixture of Mr. Lincoln, miniature and low shrub � 60 � roses hug the semi-circular driveway. 58 | at home

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Red, white and blue lights were strung on the stately front porch to celebrate the Fourth of July holiday. The Boggs decided to keep them up because they liked the festive touch.

“We have so many now, there isn’t much else to do but take care of the roses,” said Paula, who often jokes with Steve that no one will be able to take care of the roses if they both go on vacation.

was replicated from a formal garden they saw on a trip to Savannah, Ga.

In the backyard, they created and groomed a perfectly manicured parterre garden, which

Personal portraits of their two daughters, Carter

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During the holiday season, the Boggs family decorates a 14-foot Christmas tree that touches the ceiling in the foyer. Neighbors have gotten used to driving by and seeing glimpses of the tree, and Paula says some tell her, “It’s not Christmas until we see the Boggs’ tree.”

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French doors, leading to an enclosed sunroom, highlight the entrance to the mahogany-lined library.

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ABOVE: An enthusiasm and

appreciation for figurines – from admiring the painstaking detail to recalling the history of each piece – is evident throughout the home. LEFT: The dining room displays a crystal chandelier as the focal point, while clocks from the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries keep time.

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Experience old Southern charm and a spectacular view of the garden from accommodating seats in this casual dining area any time of the day – or night.

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and Cecily, who are now both in their 20s, hang throughout the home. A blend of different artwork in a variety of mediums – society portraits, framed black-and-white photographs of 19th century French architecture and original bullfighting advertisements from the 1950s – remind the Boggs of their trips throughout many areas of France, as well as to Mexico City and San Salvador. Additionally, they’ve selected keepsakes from art galleries and antique shops that are closer to home, including in Savannah, Hendersonville, N.C. and Spartanburg. Steve and Paula also adore worldly figurines and sculptures. Some are from pre-Columbian civilizations, while others have remained photos � 68� intact from 19th century Nepal and the early Ming Dynasty. story � 69 �

Touches of color from strategically placed accents blend well with the fresh white, flower-filled kitchen.

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Culture and customs are gallantly captured in a variety of corners and convey the spirit of the places to which the family has traveled. The chest in this guest bedroom speaks to the New Mexico heritage of Steve Boggs.

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left: A mix of marble and mahogany in the guest bath complements the mahogany in the nearby library. BELOW: The modern guest

bath was inspired by the luxurious accommodations and master baths that can be found in hospitable hotels around the world.

“It’s like having people with you throughout the house,” Paula said. Even with such a diverse, exotic blend, the figurines and sculptures all quietly coexist on shelves in the sitting room, the library or in Steve’s office, where sounds of Spanish staccato rhythms originate. A New Mexico native fluent in English, French and Spanish, Steve shares tri-linguistic abilities with Carter and Cecily, who both speak English, French and German. “One thing is for sure,” said Paula. “Music will be played in our home, and it is never in English!” � 70 � fall/winter 2008 | 69

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Though the house represents the life they’ve enjoyed thus far, part of owning an established home is telling stories they’ve learned over the years about the original owners, including the fun-loving “ice-skating chronicle.” Many winters ago, a pipe leak sent water cascading over the first floor. Since the family was on vacation, the water froze and remained until they returned. Upon arrival, the children saw their very own indoor ice-skating rink – and the perfect opportunity to host a one-of-a-kind party.

While preparing to paint the master bedroom, Paula pulled the bed out from the corner. After painting, she discovered she liked the new layout and left the bed positioned at an angle.

As Paula reflects on their life in Gaffney for the past two decades, she is eager to share her home with others. She also acknowledges the close-knit community has played a part in how much they enjoy their home. “There is a sweetness to living here,” said Paula. “It colors your day when you know your neighbors and the people around you.”

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left: A skylight in the master bath allows both moonlight and sunlight to spill onto the marble interior. TOP, LEFT: Each room conveys warmth, comfort and a unique style that has been adopted from trips to cities as near as Hendersonville – and keepsakes that were created in countries as far as China. aBOVE: This exquisite piece of furniture was hand crafted and installed during the remodeling of the Boggs’ daughter’s bathroom.

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top, left: Paula sees the backyard

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An interest in silver often begins with sterling silver flatware. There are many patterns on the market that have been available for 100 years or more. Kirk’s Repousse, introduced in 1828, is one of the earliest patterns made continuously since its inception (photo A). Gorham’s Chantilly, introduced in 1895, Strasbourg (1897), Buttercup (1899) and Fairfax (1910) are still popular. Reed and Barton’s Francis I (1906) and Marlborough (1906) have also weathered the test of time.

Teapot of continental sterling, marked 800.

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silver are marked “Sterling.” Many countries, like Mexico, simply mark “925” somewhere on the item; this marking universally means sterling silver. A number of European countries have two standards. Objects with nine parts silver and one part alloy are marked “900.” Objects with eight parts silver and two parts alloy are marked “800.” Both are called continental sterling.

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The fifth hallmark is the monarch’s head indicating that the proper duty was paid.

Collectors of old American silver frequently hear the term “coin silver.” This is silver made from American coins, which could vary somewhat in amount of silver before the United States adopted the English sterling standard. Coin silver is usually at least 90 percent silver. It is sometimes marked “coin,” and frequently has the name or initials of the maker also inscribed into the silver. Just as there are many books of English and � 88 �

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it was produced in a defined time period: from 1742 when the process was introduced, to 1845 when it was supplanted by electroplating, a less labor-intensive process that could produce wares at a much lower cost. Electroplating is a process that covers an object made of copper, nickel or another base metal with a thin veneer of pure silver. Electroplated wares tarnish more quickly than those made of sterling or old Sheffield plate. Old Sheffield plate for the most part is not marked. Electroplated items usually carry the name of the manufacturer, but by law cannot say sterling unless the item has 92.5 percent silver throughout.

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laminated using formaldehyde, here they are formaldehyde-free with doors made of MDF, a composite wood material. Paint throughout the home is Sherwin-Williams Harmony, which has no volatile organic compounds. Clean living continues in the kitchen, where the countertops are made of concrete produced locally to reduce shipping. Draz likes the versatility of concrete, which comes in a variety of colors and thicknesses. The Energy Star appliances and recycled bronze pulls by Rocky Mountain Hardware continue the theme, while antique accessories add a stylishly green touch. � 100 �

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“The greenest furniture is antique furniture,” Draz says, “since you are reusing something that is old.” The airy eating area is dominated by a table made by local artisan Trey Sherman, and is a great place to take in the verdant scenery of Mountain Park. Architect Scott Johnston designed phantom screens that maximize the cross-breeze and the view: at the touch of a button, two walls ascend like garage doors, offering the experience of the great outdoors without the heat and bugs. Thanks to outdoor overhangs, the phantom screens can be used even on rainy days. The designers played up this unique feature with panels ABOVE: The limestone floor, granite countertops

and metal sink in the master bath were built to last, an important concept in green building. left: The lustrous backsplash is made from

100 percent recycled glass. opposite, TOP: A downstairs bathroom is outfitted with a basin sink designed to reduce the use of countertop materials such as marble and granite. opposite, bottom: The spacious tub in the master suite is flanked with travertine tiles and natural bamboo shades, which are unfiltered to maximize light and texture.

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by Designtex, a company that uses recycled fibers as well as all-natural materials like corn and bamboo. In the more formal dining area, which is open to the living room and kitchen, the dining table is from el: Environmental Language, crafted with walnut responsibly harvested from certified forests. Inside the master suite, bedding of allnatural materials, including silk, tops a Park Place Eco Therapy mattress made of bamboo and lycocell, a green material. The master bath centers around a 100 percent recycled glass backsplash and granite countertops, which will last for decades. “Quality and permanence is a big part of being green,” Draz says. The game room upstairs is a fun place to relax, with nesting tables of reclaimed wood and iron, cotton velvet and silk pillows, and seagreass chairs. Accessories such as vases and a chess set are from 10,000 Villages, which focuses on fair trade items from artisans in Third World villages. Head down to the lower level and you find the rec room, featuring unique cork flooring that is not just environmentally sound but is forgiving to the feet and easy to maintain. A reclaimed wood and iron table is flanked by Century chairs made of water hyacinth, topped with cotton corduroy fabric. The first of two bedrooms on the lower level continues the melding of plush with green, offering wool wall-to-wall carpet, Designtex window treatments and Century chairs with Q Collection fabric, which Draz prizes for its natural dyes and beautiful patterns and colors. In the room’s private photos � 102� bath is a dual flush story � 103 � fall/winter 2008 | 101

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RIGHT: The bed by Vivaterra has classic French lines but is made from reclaimed wood. It’s topped with organic natural-fiber bedding by Mateo. BELOW: The master suite

features French doors leading to a deck, plus the ultimate green bed: a mattress made of bamboo and lyocell, and topped with a natural silk duvet.

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toilet that gives the option of a .9-gallon flush or a standard 1.6-gallon flush, which can greatly reduce water consumption. The enormous cast-iron tub offers a touch of luxury and can easily be recycled or reglazed. In the second lower-level bedroom, furniture from Vivaterra includes a reclaimed wood bed with classic French lines that is “contemporary, traditional and green,” Draz says – an eclectic mix that sums up the personality of the entire home. By combining light and dark, new and old, and contemporary with traditional, the team was able to create a space that feels clean and Zen but still homey and comfortable. “It’s all about balance. We were playing on that yin/yang theme, because the home offers balance on so many levels, including the balance between design and the environment,” Draz says.

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t ren ds The Coles’ home is shown here in its before condition. Turn the page to see the stunning results of Trey’s vision and to learn a bit about what constitutes the Craftsman style, both inside and out.

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Craftsman-style bungalows, built for working Class individuals who embraCed a Casual lifestyle and greatly influenCed by the english arts and Crafts movement, first beCame popular in the early 1900s.

Dream, Discover, Do you’ve probably noticed there has been resurgence in their popularity within the last few years.

oftentimes, when a trend re-emerges it’s hard to know what’s new and what isn’t. what’s a traditional element of a style and what has been reinvented or updated? to answer some of these questions, i went to an expert, trey Cole of trey Cole design group, who has not only built custom-designed homes in the Craftsman style, but also lovingly renovated a classic bungalow in the downtown greenville area where he and his wife now live. fundamentally, the Craftsman style is one that values the use of natural materials, simplicity over excess ornamentation, and � 108 � functionality. fall/winter 2008 | 107

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highlights

Inviting front porch

Handmade front door with windows flanking each side

All natural materials

Multi-paned windows

Low-pitched roof with cedar shingled gables

Earth-toned paint colors

Eave brackets that are structural, not just decorative

Simple cut-out design on porch columns and railing

Brick and/or boulder foundations

Arts and Crafts style light fixtures

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Natural hardwood floors with jewel-toned area rugs Warm color palette on walls and in choice of décor items

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Numerous multi-paned windows to let in as much natural light as possible

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highlights

Stickley-designed Ellis chair beside desk Arts and Crafts style lamp made by Trey’s friend Chip Radford

China cabinet is from 1906 and the pottery inside is Roseville from the 1920s

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Creativity lights up festive season

ABOVE: Decorated with fresh greenery and festive ribbons, twin columns topped by gas lanterns on either side of the front driveway say “welcome” to the Hardy home in Anderson. ABOVE, RIGHT: Custom-designed metal and

glass double doors are draped with greenery and twin wreaths to continue the inviting look for the holidays.

toni and darrell hardy had been planning their dream house for years. after designing the layout of the main floor and lower level on her own, toni went with her ideas to tim striCkland who “took her good plan and made it great.”

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They secured Carl E. Cheek as their builder and were ready to begin what was to be a 13-month project. Right from the start, Toni knew that the house would have everything needed for entertaining family and friends. And because one of her favorite times of the year is the Christmas season, she even preplanned where she would put her decorated trees so that electrical outlets could be well positioned. Plus, she created a storage room on the main level of the home that allows

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her to store her fully decorated trees year-round until they are needed for display and enjoyment. Most trees sit on a wheeled platform (of Darrell’s design) and can be rolled into storage with ease. With the help of Linda Jenkins of Gallery Interiors, Rogers Furniture and Vintage Place, Toni and Darrell have been able to make their dreams come true. The results of all the hard work done in advance are fully evident. Enjoy your visit with them.

The entry foyer – with its gleaming hardwood floors, cream and gold wallpaper, and dark wood furnishings – is a perfect backdrop for Toni Hardy’s gold and white holiday décor.

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ABOVE: Ornaments don’t have to be used only on trees. A perfect example is the artful display on the mirror in the home’s entry. left: A love of all things in nature inspired this “woodlands” themed tree.

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top: Toni Hardy decorated each of the trees, picking a different theme and complementary color scheme for even

the packages displayed at the base. ABOVE, LEFT: Having a father who was an architect and gourmet cook makes the kitchen especially important to

Toni, who is continuing her father’s legacy. Her favorite item in the kitchen is the pot filler faucet. ABOVE, RIGHT: Beyond the cozy sitting area near the kitchen is a room that was originally intended to be a screened

porch. After some thought the decision was made to enclose it and now it is useful throughout the year. Since it was already in place, the outdoor grill received an exhaust hood and it too gets frequent use.

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ABOVE: Nestled in a corner near the entrance to the master bedroom suite, this tree was decorated by wrapping several lengths of garland from top to bottom. Toni added lights, color-coordinated glass balls and spiky gold filaments at the top and voila ... a beautiful addition to her collection. CENTER: On the upstairs landing, near the guest bedrooms, is a special tree that is decorated with ornaments given to the Hardys throughout the year by friends. Each has a story and a place in the hearts of its owners. 126 | at home

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lights to be turned off at night are those of the master bedroom tree. What a lovely end to the evening. BELOW: The dining

room glows during the holiday season with the addition of gold and white accents.

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