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Contents May 2021 | Vol. xxviii, No. 5
parties
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In Our Words
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Behind the Scenes
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Sparkle and Shine Any Old Iron and Laura Citron host fashion show for Dress for Success
Raise Your Glass Pairings@Home is a real-time success
Tiptoe Through the Tulips Cheekwood welcomes the 1929 Club for an evening in the gardens
Ready to Mingle The Nashville Zoo ushers in the season with Spring Flamingle
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Take a peek at seven of the most spectacular properties on the market
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Architect Nick Dryden photographed by Daniel Meigs. For more on Nick and other local design professionals, check out our By Design feature on page 56.
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Nick Dryden, Dryden Architecture + Design Anne Daigh, Daigh Rick Landscape Architects Roger Higgins, R. Higgins Interiors Amhad Freeman, Freeman Interiors Rozanne Jackson, The Iron Gate
View From the Top Five new and noteworthy rooftop bars to check out this spring and summer
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Getting to know Civic Design Center’s Gary Gaston
Step Inside Fifth + Broadway brings new shopping and dining options to downtown
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Taking Vows Victoria Ashley Schusterman marries Robert Francis Joy
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Nothing can slow Nashville’s growth
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Moving On Up Nothing can slow Nashville’s growth While most businesses and industries have taken a hit in one way or another over the past year, the Nashville real estate market is hotter than ever. The explosive growth the city has been experiencing in recent years doesn’t seem to be hindered at all by the pandemic. That’s never been more evident to me than this month, when we were working on our Homes of Distinction issue. We first launched Homes of Distinction nearly 20 years ago. Each spring, we take our readers inside some of the most spectacular properties in the area. All of the homes we feature have to be currently on the market for $1 million or more. This year, however, finding homes to highlight proved to be a challenge. Properties are selling so fast — even ones in the multimillion-dollar range — that we struggled to choose
houses before they were under contract. Fortunately, we managed to find seven incredible homes to write about. See them all on page 32. We also chatted with five design pros on page 56. From a landscape architect to interior designers to an architect, these men and women bring a unique vision and unparalleled taste to every project. And now that spring has sprung and people are slowly starting to get back out there, make a date to visit one of the city’s stunning rooftop bars. See five of the newest sky-high destinations on page 67. Lastly, on a personal note, there was reason to celebrate in our small Nfocus family this month. Publisher Jennifer Trsinar and longtime sales rep Michael Jezewski tied the knot on April 10. Nfocus truly does bring people together! BY NANCY FLOYD
Nancy is a reader of books, rider of bikes and lover of all things local. She lives in East Nashville with her husband, Kyle, and beagle, Gus. Email her at nfloyd@nfocusmagazine.com.
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BEHIND THE SCENES
Man With a Plan Getting to know Civic Design Center’s Gary Gaston Gary Gaston came to Nashville 20 years ago to be the design assistant at the newly formed Nashville Civic Design Center and never left. For the past seven years, he has served as its CEO and remains as focused as ever on the nonprofit’s mission to advocate for civic design visions and actionable change in communities to improve quality of life for all. The organization’s programs include Design Your Neighborhood, which is building future generations of civic leadThe Basics ers by teaching youth the basics of design, how to Name: Gary Gaston find their voices and the Profession/Title: Chief execuskills needed to help adtive officer, Civic Design Center; vocate for the changes assistant professor of practice, they’d like to see in their UTK College of Architecture & neighborhoods and city. Design In fact, Gary was an exHometown: Lexington, Tennessee ecutive producer of a documentary about it, Zip Code: 37208 Years in Nashville: 20 Design Your Neighborhood, Number of “parklets” durwith funding from the Naing the 10 years of Nashville tional Endowment for the PARK(ing) Day: Over 250 Arts. The Civic Design Center hosts events like PARK(ing) Day, an annual global event during which citizens, artists and activists collaborate to temporarily transform metered parking spaces into public parks, or “parklets,” every September. Last year was bad enough for Nashvillians, but Gary got a double whammy. First, his Germantown home was destroyed in the March tornado, and then, the nonprofit’s office, which only opened in January 2020, was severely damaged in the Christmas Day bombing. The friends and strangers who showed up to help in both situations renewed his spirit, and it has made him strive even more to improve the quality of life for all in our city. Gary hopes to be back at home and in the office this summer, but he put his renovation projects on pause to talk to us about the Civic Design Center, its biggest project and his favorite city — second to Nashville, of course. BY HOLLY HOFFMAN PHOTOGRAPH BY ERIC ENGLAND
Why is the Civic Design Center important for our city? Having an organization that focuses every day on design visioning and engaging community members in that process is an incredible asset for a city. We work at the intersection of all the groups that make the realization of the community’s vision possible (design and development community, metro departments, elected officials, universities, professional and neighborhood organizations, other nonprofits and, most importantly, our citizens). Instrumental to our work is ensuring that these ideas and visions improve quality of life for all and never just some. What’s the biggest project Civic Design Center is working on? Our latest and currently biggest project was unplanned for 2021 but one of the most important projects our center will ever be engaged in: the restoration and revitalization of Second Avenue following the Christmas Day explosion. This project connects with a lot of our key areas of work, including community engagement, design workshops, tactical urbanism and reclaiming public space. What’s one of the most important challenges facing Nashville right now? Harnessing the success of our city’s growth and development in ways that truly improve quality of life for all. Affordable housing and transportation are the top challenges we have. They are completely intertwined and absolutely critical to the overall
health of our city. It will take everyone working together on many different levels to impact the needed change, but there is nothing more important we could collectively do together. Do you have a favorite city? After Nashville, London. I lived there after college and feel like I was really a part of the city, and even to this day, I feel at home there when I go back. I love the diversity [and the] juxtapositions of ancient and modern. London is beautifully chaotic, creative and friendly, all with a dash of grit. There is a surprise awaiting you around every corner. When you have out-of-town guests visiting, where do you take them? Start with The Frist Art Museum to see whatever amazing exhibition they have going on, then walk down Broadway toward the honky-tonks (Layla’s). You have to take people to Lower Broadway, right?! Finally, stroll up Second Avenue toward Public Square for its majestic views of the river, and end with 21c Museum and a drink at Gray & Dudley. What’s your favorite locally made product? Smiley’s Farm Produce at Nashville Farmers’ Market for local produce, and The Bang Candy Company’s marshmallows are heavenly treats for my sweet tooth. What’s the one thing you hope never changes in Nashville? Our friendliness.
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ashion designers Laura Citron and Any Old Iron’s Andrew Clancey gave Nashvillians a dazzling reason to venture out of their homes for a socially distanced fashion show at the Virgin Hotels Nashville. The two designers, who recently opened a boutique on Music Row just a couple blocks from the swanky new hotel, hosted Sparkle & Strut, a runway show designed to safely bring fashionistas together for a good cause. The event benefited YWCA’s Dress for Success program, which provides professional attire and career resources to help women escape poverty by securing and maintaining gainful employment. “The event was a celebration of International Women’s Month, so we wanted a charity that directly benefited women,” Laura told Nfocus. “Dress for Success helps provide professional attire and development skills for women in need. It was a perfect match!” DJ Maggie Wells kept the energy high all night as 125 guests sipped on rosé and enjoyed snacks from a “nosh tower.” As showtime drew near, the crowd took their places throughout Virgin’s Commons Club, the bar and restaurant located just off the hotel lobby. The runway show wound around the room and directly through the audience as Laura and Andrew each showed collections that included an assortment of their favorite pieces from their respective lines, as well as some new pieces from their Spring/Summer 2021 collections. With these two designers at the helm, it goes without saying that the show was filled with plenty of color, sparkle and fun. For many in attendance, it was their first night out in over a year, and it was certainly an evening to remember. For those in attendance, it provided a glimmer of hope for the safe return of in-person events as the year continues, and for those who benefit from Dress for Success’ services, it offered hope for a brighter, more promising tomorrow. BY NANCY FLOYD PHOTOGRAPHS BY DANIEL MEIGS
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heekwood ended its annual springtime festival, Cheekwood in Bloom, with an intimate reception for the members of its 1929 Club. For one evening, the nonprofit’s most generous donors came to Stroll Through the Gardens and had the grounds of the 55-acre historic estate and botanical garden to themselves. The outside event was a comfortable, safe alternative to the traditional dinner party and gave everyone a last look at more than 150,000 blooms — including 100,000 tulips — still putting on an unforgettable show. The only thing possibly better than the abundance of flowers was the excitement guests had at being able to come together again. The most often-heard statement of the night was, “I’m fully vaccinated!” That proclamation and more could be heard from the lawn, where people found their way after touring the gardens. Several socially distanced cocktail tables provided places to sip on libations and snack on charcuterie cones and mini pimento cheese sandwiches from Chef ’s Market. During this year’s Cheekwood in Bloom, members and guests felt as if they’d taken a trip to Holland without leaving town. The iconic images of fields of tulips were recreated by continuous 3-foot bands of orange, red, yellow and pink throughout the Color Garden, making a dazzling rainbow, and whimsical windmills added to the Dutch-themed atmosphere. Other flowers in bloom included snowdrops, crocus, hyacinths and almost 30,000 daffodils. All the pieces of Stroll Through the Gardens came together perfectly. It was a beautiful spring evening to host the 1929 Club members, and the flowers looked magnificent. Guests took home a copy of Cheekwood, the first comprehensive book exploring the historic origins of the private estate and tracing its evolution to today. The most important piece of the evening was the generous donors, whose continuing support makes events like Cheekwood in Bloom possible. BY HOLLY HOFFMAN PHOTOGRAPHS BY DANIEL MEIGS
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he Nashville Zoo has done a phenomenal job of coming up with clever new events over the past year that are both safe and fun. The new Spring Flamingle was no exception. This casual, adults-only night at the zoo was the perfect opportunity for guests to enjoy warmer temperatures and support the beloved park and tourist destination. Similar in setup to the always-popular Brew at the Zoo, Spring Flamingle featured beer, wine and other libations from a variety of local and national brands at stations positioned throughout the park. Partygoers made their way down one-way paths that wove throughout the zoo, sampling small pours of a variety of drinks as they went. VIPs were invited to access the park an hour early and spend time in the outdoor Conservation Lounge, where specialty cocktails, like a pink flamingo-inspired spin on a classic French 75, were served and regular comedy performances were scheduled throughout the night. In Festival Field, a variety of food trucks were serving up everything from lobster rolls to specialty donuts to provide a bit of sustenance for guests. There were even more breweries and wineries stationed throughout the area, and live music kept guests entertained. And since no event at the zoo would be complete without an appearance by some fascinating creatures, there were animal ambassadors on display throughout the whole park. Revelers enjoyed getting up close and personal with a caracal, binturong and red-tailed boa constrictor, and both the Andean bear and Sumatran tiger exhibits were popular destinations before the sun went down. As the name of the event suggested, the flamingos were the stars of the show and could be seen strutting around, much to guests’ delight. The inaugural Spring Flamingle was a great return to inperson events and a reminder of what a treasure we have in the Nashville Zoo. BY NANCY FLOYD PHOTOGRAPHS BY DANIEL MEIGS
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1711 OLD HILLSBORO ROAD
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RHONDA BRANDON 615.300.5154 ROBIN THOMPSON 615.423.3419 *REPRESENTED BUYER
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Stepping into 5026 Franklin Pike will, quite literally, take your breath away. Soaring ceilings, luxurious finishes, statement architectural choices and a spectacular pool deck make this home NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE magnificent, from top to bottom and inside to out. Realtor Rebecca Norris DiNapoli came across the 2.1-acre Oak Hill property in 2020 and recommended it to builder Jon Field of Bricker Design Group. The pair had worked together on a number of properties in the past, including several for Big Machine’s Scott Borchetta, and Rebecca suspected Jon could build an impressive home on the lot. And impressive it is! A blend of modern and rustic, the 14,000-square-foot home boasts six bedrooms, seven full bathrooms, a guesthouse, a four-stop elevator, two three-car garages, five fireplaces, three laundry rooms, and a fully finished basement with a theater and wine cellar. Thanks to Jon’s commercial background, the home is filled with unique and interesting architectural details, like the curved grand staircase, circular detail on the two-story foyer ceiling, glass balconies lining the second floor, custom ironwork and 100-year-old reclaimed wood beams used throughout. Despite its size, the home is designed in a way that keeps it from feeling overwhelming. There are plenty of versatile living spaces that can be molded to
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meet a homeowner’s needs, whether for work, play, family time or any combination thereof, and thanks to floor-to-ceiling windows, the home feels bright and airy at all times. If entertaining is a chief priority, this house is a hostess’ dream. The main level is home to an oversized gourmet kitchen that opens into an expansive living room with a two-story marble fireplace. On the other side of the fireplace is a sunroom, with its own stone fireplace and built-in wood bar. A wall of glass doors opens onto the pool deck, which includes a saltwater pool, an outdoor kitchen, a bar area, another wood-burning fireplace, a full bathroom and changing area, a gas fire pit and a small powder room. This stunning outdoor space can also be accessed from the palatial master suite, which resides on the main level. In all of Jon’s homes, he includes a private reading room off the master bedroom, because of his wife’s love of books, and this house is no exception. The cozy space has its own fireplace and floor-to-ceiling windows that overlook the pool. Rebecca has teamed up with Michelle Maldonado on this incredible listing, which has already attracted potential buyers from across the country. One look at this remarkable property and it’s not hard to understand why.
ADDRESS: 5026 Franklin Pike, Nashville, TN 37220 LIST PRICE: $6,900,000 CONTACT: Rebecca Norris DiNapoli (615-400-6590) or Michelle Maldonado (615-260-4423); Compass
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Your Home. My Mission. By serving the greater Nashville area for over two decades, Rebecca has developed deep-rooted connections within the community. Whether you're buying, selling, or wanting to work with a builder to locate property and build a custom home, Rebecca is here to assist you with all of your real estate needs.
5026 Franklin Pike Oak Hill new construction luxury home designed and built by Bricker Design Group offered at $6,900,000. 14,000 sq ft of pure luxury including 5000 sq ft of outdoor living space with an amazing pool. This house is any entertainers dream. House includes a 6-car garage and much, much more!
4917 Granny White Pike This Oak Hill gem was built and designed by Lindsay and Casey Sulak. A beautiful Granny White estate offered at $3,500,000. The most talked about renovations in Oak Hill, this beautiful 7306 sq. ft. home is best known for its high ended finishes including extraordinary stone and woodwork details throughout!
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Rebecca DiNapoli is a real estate licensee affiliated with Compass RE, a licensed real estate broker and abides by equal housing opportunity laws. All material presented herein is intended for informational purposes only. Information is compiled from sources deemed reliable but is subject to errors, omissions, changes in price, condition, sale, or withdrawal without notice. No statement is made as to the accuracy of any description. All measurements and square footages are approximate. This is not intended to solicit properties already listed. Nothing herein shall be construed as legal, accounting or other professional advice outside of the realm of real estate brokerage. To reach the Compass RE office, call 615.475.5616. Rebecca Norris DiNapoli photographed by << melindanorrisphotography.com.
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Sitting on a little over 11 rolling acres in Goodlettsville, Thistletop Inn epitomizes the signature style of its legendary builder, Braxton Dixon. In every room, every nook and cranny, every GOODLETTSVILLE, TENNESSEE architectural detail, there’s a story. The home is constructed from native stone from Old Hickory Lake and from cypress and pine wood beams Braxton reclaimed from a South Carolina wharf, a North Carolina tobacco warehouse and a local candy factory. Thistletop Inn gets its name from the master bedroom’s floor-to-ceiling arched window with etched glass — circa 1870 — which features a rose design with a thistle in the middle that the builder found in a convent in Kentucky. Known for spending years on his projects and collecting items from all over the country, Braxton built houses owned by Johnny Cash, Roy Orbison, Marty Stuart and Tammy Wynette. The inn, built in 1975, has four bedrooms and 4 ½ baths. It was a private home until the mid-2000s, when the owners decided to turn it into a bed-and-
breakfast. The 7,029-square-foot, three-story house features a home theater and a downstairs rec room with a pool table, heart pine bar, two-sided fireplace and a stage for musicians to jam. In addition to the main house, there are two guest cottages — Highland House and Avalon House — and an eight-stall horse stable. Avalon House, the charming 1,000-square-foot, one-bedroom carriage house, was built by Braxton in the early 1970s before the main house and has rough-hewn beams and tongue-and-groove heart pine floors. The Highland House dwelling is nestled on a wooded hillside with a combination living and dining room. The bedroom boasts spectacular views of Tennessee wildlife, with turkeys and deer roaming about. Outside, on the property, there is a pavilion, a reflection pool and a stone patio with barbecue and fireplace. Not surprisingly, the idyllic setting was the backdrop for the 2010 movie Tough Trade, starring Trace Adkins, and was featured in the TV series Nashville. The picturesque home and surroundings would also be perfect for home movies.
ADDRESS: 1284 Hitt Lane, Goodlettsville, TN 37072 LIST PRICE: $2,995,000 CONTACT: Beth Molteni (615-566-1610); Fridrich & Clark Realty
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109 Westhampton Place BY JONATHAN SIMS PHOTOGRAPHS BY KRISTEN MAYFIELD
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“It’s like a well-tailored jacket.” Anthony Tinghitella lands on this phrase while describing 109 Westhampton Place, the house he designed and owns, and there’s really no better way to express NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE what makes it feel so good. “You can dress it up, dress it down,” he adds. “It can be traditional; it can be modern.” Built in the 1960s by Herbert Schulman and his wife, Jean, the 6,636-square-foot, one-story, prairie-style home is a timeless masterpiece of residential architecture. Despite having four bedrooms and 4 ½ bathrooms, it’s unassuming from the street but feels much larger on the inside, thanks to the open floor plan, vaulted ceilings, multiple skylights, access to the gardens from every room and its complete lack of dead ends anywhere in the house. With pocket doors throughout, discreet lighting and all closet doors and cabinets flush against the walls, every sightline is clean and tight, leaving nothing exposed to clutter the mind when walking from room to room. Control lines were incorporated into the architecture to ensure that every wall, shelf and door frame is visibly perfect and plumb from floor to ceiling and from wall to wall.
Each aspect of the house was thoughtfully considered and deliberate, from the sturdy construction using mostly steel and concrete, including German hurricane- and sledgehammer-resistant windows and copper gutters, to the more elegant touches that include Thermador appliances, Dornbracht fixtures, original Sherle Wagner hardware, Thassos marble countertops, Italian glass tiles in the kitchen and bathrooms, and Spanish limestone pool decking. Anthony and his partner, John Fulcher, fully modernized the house with new plumbing and electrical, geothermal HVAC, state-ofthe-art security, Lutron lighting systems and more, without sacrificing any of its soul. It was built with the best materials and designed to last, requiring minimal maintenance. You could leave it empty through the seasons and return without needing to do any work to get it ready. Tailor-made for entertaining, this breathtaking home, along with its multiple garden spaces and ozone pool, is somehow both intimate and romantic and open and airy, and it’s always ready for your next fundraiser or cocktail party.
ADDRESS: 109 Westhampton Place, Nashville, TN 37205 LIST PRICE: $7,200,000 CONTACT: Fiona King (615-417-3434); Worth Properties
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515 Church Street, #4502 BY HOLLY HOFFMAN PHOTOGRAPHS BY MICHAEL ROBINSON PHOTOGRAPHY AND KERRY WOO PHOTOGRAPHY
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Aptly named Aerie, this two-story penthouse in 505, Nashville’s tallest residential high-rise, offers exceptional views of the city from an unrivaled perspective. In fact, the only time you won’t NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE have a breathtaking vista at Lisa and Tony Giarratana’s condominium is the moment before you walk in the door. The couple worked closely with award-winning, Chicagobased designer Frank Ponterio, and the result is astonishingly beautiful. The residence provides a sophisticated setting for entertaining a crowd, yet the atmosphere is warm and comfortable enough for family and friends. The 3,000-square-foot main level is open yet intimate, thanks to cozy seating areas overlooking different parts of the city. The media room at one end houses a custom blackened steel bookcase with a linear fireplace. From that corner, the tops of the AT&T building spires are almost at eye level. On the other end, the modern kitchen dazzles with stunning finishes, like the wall of custom eucalyptus cabinetry, metal-framed glass cabinets and commercial-grade vent hood, all from Snaidero. The appliances — Sub-Zero, Wolf, Miele — are equally top-notch. The island, with Iceberg quartz countertops, measures a whopping 14 ½ feet long.
Upstairs is the highest place you can stand in Nashville. There, the spacious master suite holds seating and office areas, a coffee bar and walk-in closets, and the wood and tile floors are heated. The master bathroom is a spa-like oasis with his-and-her sides, a porcelain soaking tub and mosaic marble tile floor. The all-glass shower has steam and a heated seat, and remote control sheers will cover the windows for the demure. In addition to the Breaching lighting, European white oak flooring and roller shades (plus blackout shades for the media room and master bedroom), amenities include numerous custom touches: Savant home automation, operable windows, a private six-car garage, and owners-only access to the pool, tennis court, dog park and more. No detail was overlooked in completing the penthouse, and the Giarratanas went above and beyond to create a home that is both polished and playful. From sunrise to long after sunset, life in Aerie will literally change your perspective on Nashville. It brings to life the absolute best of downtown living, if not the entire city.
ADDRESS: 515 Church Street, #4502, Nashville, TN 37219 LIST PRICE: $10,000,000 CONTACT: Richard Courtney (615-300-8189); Fridrich & Clark Realty
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The opportunity to own such an exceptional property as Walnut Hill very rarely comes along. The Greek Revival home, built in 1858, sits on 66 verdant acres in northwest Williamson County FRANKLIN, TENNESSEE and effortlessly combines the architectural magnificence of the past with the best of modern living. It may sound far away in terms of time and place, but the Old Hillsboro Road property is only 5 miles from historic downtown Franklin. The current owners have spent the past 20 years lovingly and meticulously bringing the property back to historical accuracy. Using resources such as 1890s photographs, they replaced features like the front porch with period and architecturally correct materials. New construction, which begins at the back porch, blends seamlessly with the original structure. The pool and carriage houses were built using exact replica materials, including handmade brick, moulding and doors, and demonstrate the owners’ commitment to combining the best of the past and the present. The pool house also holds the guest quarters, and the carriage house has a media room. The main structure has abundant space for entertaining, with two parlors, a library, a dining room, a spacious
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kitchen and a sunroom. One of the five bedrooms is located on the first floor, while the others are upstairs. There is almost 7,500 square feet of living space that still has original flooring, moulding and doors, including walnut pocket doors. Among the period-accurate restorations are the Zuber wall covering in the entry, paint colors, chandeliers and carpet, while the kitchen, bathrooms and closets have been brought up to 21st century ideals. The stunning grounds received equal attention and dedication to accuracy. Landscape architect Duncan Callicott, Cheekwood’s former executive director of horticulture, assisted with design for the extensive gardens, including the vegetable garden with fence, a lavender garden and the formal gardens' almost 2,000 boxwoods. Two barns are examples of the outbuildings built to resemble historic structures of the same period, and the potting shed used to be the privy at another Greek Revival home. Wide brick paths and cast iron benches and urns add extra touches to the grounds. Walnut Hill offers an extraordinary opportunity to enjoy the best of the past and the present. This historic property is renovated to perfection with the best materials and today’s family living in mind.
ADDRESS: 1711 Old Hillsboro Road, Franklin, TN 37069 LISTING PRICE: $15,950,000 CONTACT: Janet Jones (615-300-5045); Worth Properties
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If you’re looking for modern, stylish living in a quiet neighborhood close to the city, then 5323 Stanford Drive might be perfect for you. This high-end contemporary, two-story, 3,417-square-foot NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE home sits on nearly 2 acres in Forest Hills. Designed by third-generation architect and designer Nick Dryden of Dryden Architecture + Design and built by Josh White of Joshua Builders, it has a distinct black-and-white color scheme, both inside and out. The exterior is stucco with ebony-stained wood panels and large glass windows overlooking the sloping lawn in front and the pool and extended property behind, and the inside features white walls and cabinetry, with ebony-stained pocket doors and storage in the office, a black granite fireplace and black-framed windows. It does, however, feature some natural wood highlights in the oak floors and floating oak stairs leading to the second floor. In a twist of the norms we’re accustomed to seeing, the master bedroom, kitchen, dining room, living room,
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office, 1 ½ bathrooms and pool are all on the second floor, while the smaller bedrooms and Jack and Jill bathroom are on the first floor, along with the foyer and garage. Also on the first floor are a home gym with mirrored wall and full bathroom, sauna and media room, complete with built-in surround sound. As the home is built into the side of a hill, the media room is fully underground and free of windows, offering a comfortable refuge during storms. Upstairs, the natural light from the floor-to-ceiling windows and doors fills the wide-open living room, dining room and kitchen area. An extra-large Corian island seats eight comfortably and still leaves plenty of space for preparing meals and cooking them using the complete set — plus an extra oven — of Thermador appliances. The fun continues when you step out onto the back terrace, where the lap pool, hot tub, outdoor grilling station and pebbled courtyard with fire pit and fountain await to ensure pure relaxation whenever you need it.
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Framed by maple trees, boxwoods and stone columns, an intricately designed iron gate opens to a winding private drive leading to a spectacular retreat on more than 200 acres in FRANKLIN, TENNESSEE Williamson County. Located between Thompson Station and Spring Hill, with easy access to I-840, Rolling Hills Retreat offers the ultimate getaway. There is a conference center, boasting more than 4,000 square feet with an adjoining pavilion for entertaining, and a two-story activities barn with soaring 20-foot ceilings and a catering kitchen. There is also a detached threecar garage, ideal for four-wheelers. The structures sit on a placid lake with a floating dock, perfect for kayaking and fishing. The main level of the conference center features a meeting room with a tongue-and-groove-paneled ceiling and pine floors; an Epson projector; a retractable screen; AT&T Fiber; and a stone fireplace. Two glass doors
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flanking the fireplace lead to a screened-in porch. There is also a catering kitchen, a boardroom, three offices, and men’s and women’s bathrooms. The 269-acre property is zoned for agricultural and residential use only and would be the ideal family retreat. Also on the property is an inviting white frame and brick house built in 1986, with a gabled roof, covered porch and brick walkway. The four-bedroom, 3 ½-bath home also has an attached three-car garage. A highlight is the great room with its vaulted ceilings, arched windows and floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace. An open kitchen features granite countertops with a travertine backsplash, a walk-in pantry and high-end appliances. The first-floor master bedroom features a stone fireplace for chilly nights, and in the marble bathroom, with a picture window overlooking lush grounds, there are two walk-in, cedarlined closets and a whirlpool tub. And if that’s not enough, there’s a log cabin bunkhouse on the property with its own generator and an equipment barn. You’d never have to leave home.
ADDRESS: 2211 Lewisburg Pike, Franklin, TN 37064 LIST PRICE: $12,950,000 CONTACT: Rick French (615-604-2323); French | King Fine Properties
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Nick Dryden Third-generation architect Nick Dryden comes by his talents naturally, and his father and grandfather have always been his greatest sources of practical and intellectual inspiration. Dryden Architecture + Design (DAAD), his in-demand, awardwinning firm, is known for thoughtfully balancing historical integrity with modern functionality, working with local creative partners and focusing on projects that positively impact neighborhoods. The end result is design that is beautiful, functionally effective and intellectually stimulating. DAAD’s residential commissions, whether built for rock stars or ordinary people, can be found in almost every zip code in town, and their commercial projects include Barista Parlor Golden Sound, Bode Nashville and the stunning Noelle Nashville. DAAD celebrates its 20th anniversary this year, and Nick and his team are busy working on a range of projects: private residences, hospitality ventures, restaurants, mixed-use developments and adaptive reuse projects. One such undertaking, the massive renovation of May Hosiery, is wrapping up after five years and will be the home to exciting new ventures, such as Nashville Soho House and Apple Music, as well as high-end offices and restaurants. Nick chatted with us about working with local talent, his dream project and more.
CREATIVE PROCESS I spend a lot of time at the beginning of our process getting to know our clients, listening to what they are interested in accomplishing and infusing their voice in the process. It is always our intention to integrate architecture and interior design wholly, and we have built our studio around that pursuit. I find it more and more important to help our clients find their voice in their projects. INSPIRATION Music and art are two of my biggest inspirations. Luckily, living in Nashville has given me access to music in a way that I would never have found anywhere else. It is the foundation of our great creative community and continues to provide a sense of magic to Nashville’s cultural identity. JOB PERKS I have had the great fortune of working with some of my very favorite musicians over the last 20 years. Every interaction I’ve had has enriched my creative process in ways that I continue to discover. It’s a unique perk that I never expected working in Nashville, and nowhere else on earth could I have found that. BIGGEST INFLUENCE My grandfather and father have been my biggest architectural influences, but I have found that influences can come from many different sources. Early in my career, I worked with one of Nashville’s great producers, Tony Brown. He taught me how to think creatively like a producer and how that can be applied to making architecture and design. He showed me how important it is to build a team that pushes you as an artist. Nashville is steeped with so much talent, and I continue to find influence outside of the design industry. I am constantly motivated to allow the influence of storytelling to guide our process and define our work, inside and out. SHOP LOCAL I find a lot of inspiration in Nashville’s maker community. Many of our projects are executed with the help of some of Nashville’s creative community. Some of our frequent collaborators include New Hat Projects, Southern Lights Electric, Isle of Printing,
Red Rock Tileworks, Maxwell Metalworks, Steric Design, Emil Erwin [and] imogene + willie. Eneby Home is one of my favorite furniture sources. They have a warehouse constantly rotating with some of the best vintage modern European furniture in the country. PROUD MOMENT Noelle Nashville. This is a one-of-a-kind project in every way — a love letter, of sorts, to Nashville. We were asked to not only design but also [to] curate this complete hotel experience. We led the design team by designing all the interiors, including all the rooms, restaurants, bars and public spaces [and by] coordinating the branding and art programming. Noelle is a living community; it represents a place where the people of Nashville and those from afar come together. DREAM PROJECT I dream about designing my own house someday. I have learned so much working with so many different clients, and [I’m] excited to think about what I would one day design for myself and my family. CAREER PATH At an early age, I knew I wanted to be an architect and could be found following my dad to his office after school and on the weekends. It was not uncommon to find me on a job site with [him], wanting to learn everything I possibly could about building and design. My father is an architect still practicing in his 80s, and my grandfather was an architect, as well. I never considered doing anything else. FUTURE PLANS We are planning and designing the expansion of our studio and creating an office space that I’ve been dreaming up for years. Three separate buildings surround a large courtyard and a series of gardens. I want clients to enter into an environment that they can explore and get lost [in]. The intent is to create a sort of design laboratory, where architecture, interior design and landscape architecture coexist equally. I want our employees to be able to exercise a wide range of design and have access to the outdoors when working at the office at all times. BY HOLLY HOFFMAN PHOTOGRAPH BY DANIEL MEIGS
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Anne Daigh When Anne Daigh started her career in landscape architecture, she trained under the very best. Fresh out of college at the University of Georgia School of Environmental Design, Anne worked for Ben Page, whom she refers to as “the father of landscape architecture in Nashville.” Honing her craft under his tutelage for more than eight years, Anne struck out on her own and launched her own landscape architecture firm in 2010. Seven years later, she partnered with friend, colleague and Ben’s nephew, Wade Rick, to form Daigh Rick Landscape Architects in 2017. The firm’s emphasis is luxury residential projects, but they’ve worked on a variety of commercial and public projects, as well. When Anne isn’t sprucing up the exteriors of some of the area’s most stunning homes, she’s adding beauty to the city through art at Galerie Tangerine, an art venue and gallery at her firm’s offices, located south of The Gulch. She’s also working on a collection of outdoor products made from sustainable materials. We caught up with Anne to chat about her creative process, best design advice, dream project and more.
CREATIVE PROCESS I approach landscape architecture as a storyteller. When I meet a new client, they bring a lifetime of stories, and as we walk the property, the land itself — with its contours, tree canopy, sun patterns and even its memories — also tells a story. I then weave these stories together into a cohesive, inspiring and beautiful design. JOB PERKS Many of our clients prefer privacy, but one unique project I have been privileged to work on is the Bulleit Bourbon visitor’s center in Shelbyville, Kentucky. The long-term vision is to make full use of the beautiful 250-acre property by creating a sculpture park, music venue and restaurant, while supporting local craftspeople. JOB CHALLENGES After 20 years in this field, I feel a responsibility to continue educating the public about the fundamental role of landscape architecture in so many aspects of life. It’s much more than pretty plants. We focus on the relationship between the natural environment and how we live our lives. It’s site-planning, structures, hardscapes and, yes, planting plants, but it’s also sustainable living, intentional community design and, of course, protecting our precious environment. BIGGEST INFLUENCE Ben Page, in so many ways, is the father of landscape architecture in Nashville. I was so fortunate to begin my career with him right out of school, and for almost nine years, [I] had daily exposure to his passion for excellence in our field. It was a huge leap of faith when I founded my own company, and he has been supportive ever since. And the gift kept giving when Wade Rick, Ben’s nephew, who I met when we both worked for him, later joined my firm as a partner, forming Daigh Rick Landscape Architecture. When I’m designing, I always have Ben sitting on my shoulder, inspiring me to push the limits and to think big! SHOP LOCAL Samara Farms is a local wholesale nursery that sources a lot of plants to local landscapers in town. I like to go at least once
or twice a year to see what they have in stock. They bring in all sorts of exotic and mature plants from faraway places. Their quality is superb, and I can always count on finding beautiful and rare specimen plants to specify on my plans. DESIGN ADVICE Be responsive to what the land is trying to tell you. Take note of key elements, and don’t fight them; work with them. Choose structural plants that serve as architecture for the bones of the garden, then complement with textural plants to create harmony. And don’t jam a bunch of plants up against the foundation of the house. Less is more! DREAM PROJECT Exhibiting a show garden at the Chelsea Flower Show in London would be my dream project; it’s the gold standard for state-of-the-art design. I’ve enjoyed the many gardens I’ve created for the Nashville Antiques and Garden Show. It’s so ephemeral to create something temporary, lasting only a few days, yet unforgettable. Plus, brushing elbows with the queen of England and presenter Monty Don and exhibiting alongside world-renowned landscape architects would be a dream come true. CAREER PATH When I was 8 years old, I gathered some stones and planted a flower garden outside my mother’s bedroom window so she would have something beautiful to look at every morning. I also loved drawing architectural house plans but kept coming back to the landscape and a passion for plants. My friends laugh at my strange knack for remembering the Latin names of every plant. Unfortunately, it’s never a category in trivia games! FUTURE PLANS A long-term dream is to design rooftop gardens that provide food for those suffering from food insecurity in our community, perhaps teaming up with local food banks and volunteer gardening organizations to create a sustainable model. We could host rooftop garden parties to raise awareness and support and offer spaces for volunteer and educational opportunities. We’d be reducing run-off into the stormwater system, providing cleaner air and producing food for those in need. BY NANCY FLOYD PHOTOGRAPH BY DANIEL MEIGS
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Roger Higgins Roger Higgins may have grown up in a “tiny, one-horse town” in East Tennessee, but his career as an interior designer has taken him all over the country and beyond. Growing up, Roger’s family owned a funeral home. After attending Tennessee Wesleyan University, he decided to forgo the family business and forge his own path. He studied historic preservation at O’More College of Design, where he met Ann Shipp, who soon became his partner in business and in life. The pair started R. Higgins Interiors in 1994, and Roger hasn’t looked back. His elegant style, unique vision and imaginative approach to each project has allowed him to create remarkable spaces that range from urban condos to palatial country estates. Drawing inspiration from the distinct personality of each property and its owners, Roger is known for creating interiors that are refined and surprising. Whether it’s a family home in Belle Meade, a mountain retreat at Blackberry Farm or a bachelor pad in downtown Nashville, Roger brings the same commitment to design and quality. He’s currently working on projects in Park City, Utah, and Cabo San Lucas, in addition to a variety of Nashville-based properties, but he found time to chat with us about his creative process, biggest influence and more.
CREATIVE PROCESS We begin by creating conceptual sketches and drawings. I like to look at the floor plan, make modifications where needed and then do full room perspective sketches to more easily explain to a client how the space will look and feel when the project is complete. INSPIRATION I find inspiration everywhere — books, nature, travel. JOB PERKS I have been to so many wonderful locations, seen incredible architecture and have become friends with the people who live in the houses we design. I have enjoyed working on projects with wonderful clients who have an appreciation for the work we put into their homes and who have an appreciation for different styles and aesthetics. I’ve also greatly enjoyed working with the teams of architects and tradesmen and tradeswomen who transform these projects into beautiful homes. JOB CHALLENGES Over the past year, the hardest part of our job has been to successfully manage realistic expectations. Timelines and supply chains have been affected, and getting items — even things as small as a doorknob or the foam inside your sofa cushions — has become a challenge due to logistical issues with suppliers. BIGGEST INFLUENCE Growing up, my family was an enormous influence on my design sensibility, aesthetic and skill set — even helping me learn how to navigate relationships with clients and peers. As far as designers go, the list of creatives who have influenced my career is long and varied. SHOP LOCAL There are so many talented tradespeople and resources in Nashville. I lean heavily on Bennett Galleries for all of our framing needs. I enjoy working with Indigo Granite & Tile; they are always up for a new challenge in the way we present natural stone in our projects. We are currently working with the kitchen
design teams at Christopher Peacock and Design Galleria in the Nashville Design Collective. I also love Nashville’s antique shops as the mix of old and new is a crucial part of what I do. DESIGN ADVICE Always develop a plan and price it out before you start. Planning and doing your research is crucial if you want to stay within budget and finish your project in a timely manner. HUMBLE BEGINNINGS When I was at O’More, I selected paint colors, fabrics and finishes for a kitchen remodel in Franklin, and I am happy to say that she is still my client today. DREAM CLIENT One that has trust. When someone trusts you and allows you to do fully what you are capable of doing and what you love to do, that feels like the dream client. A large budget or a small budget does not matter. It’s the trust established on the front end of every project. I have a client who referred me to her daughter and said, “Tell Roger what you want and then just get out of the way.” I have now worked for the mother and both daughters for many years. CAREER PATH I wasn’t completely sure about this career path until after I had a four-year degree, began to pursue a graduate degree and had decided not to go into the family business. I always knew I wanted to be a designer, but I just wasn’t sure I could make a living doing it. A friend of my family brought me to O’More and persuaded me to give it a shot. And here we are. FUTURE PLANS I like to let things play out the way they should. I have goals and hopes for my business and the types of projects I’d like to work on, but I have found that if you have a plan that is too specific, you can end up limiting your potential growth. We are very grateful right now for all of the work we have on our plate and look forward to the next project, always.
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Amhad Freeman Good design has always been important to Amhad Freeman, from his personal wardrobe to the homes he creates for others. Growing up in Alabama, he found his passion for design as he watched his grandmother build houses for his family, but he decided to pursue a career in finance until his calling as a designer became too great to resist. He went back to school and graduated from Belmont University with a degree in design and launched Freeman Interiors in 2017. In 2020, Amhad was chosen as one of 15 industry-leading designers to be a part of the Iconic Home, a show house project in a partnership between Architectural Digest and the Black Interior Designers Network. His office is a perfect example of the clutter-free but warm design sensibility that he brings with him to every space he creates — a timeless aesthetic that keeps him in high demand. Amhad opened up about his creative process, his design inspirations and more.
CREATIVE PROCESS My process starts with the clients, listening to their needs and understanding how they live, and then I dive into the floor plans. The work really begins there, as I take the time to understand the architecture of the space — if everything is where it should be, if the home has a natural flow. Style cues come from my clients’ lives — including their wardrobes! The way people dress helps me gauge their aesthetic; is it casual [or] more structured? I find it’s a good indicator. For instance, my wardrobe is about beautiful, high-quality pieces put together in a specific way, and that tells you a lot about my design aesthetic too. INSPIRATION I find great inspiration through my travels. I love hotels. Not only do they help immerse you in the local culture, but they offer style cues, which can be a starting point for design inspiration. A new culture or city can give you a jolt of creativity. I take in the streetscape, the culture and the vernacular architecture of the place I visit. Then, I look at the city’s landscape, and it branches out from there. JOB CHALLENGES As a professional interior designer, I would say that my job has two major challenges. [The first is] fighting the assumption that interior designers are just there to choose paint colors or arrange furniture. Walking onto a job site, I know I’ll have to prove my expertise on every aspect of the house, from the ground up, and show the team that I’m here to make a difference. On the plus side, however, that constant pressure to perform only makes you a more confident personality! The second challenge is gently convincing my clients to let go and believe in the concept that less is more. Design can be a revelation in the way we live, but a key element for most people is learning to edit — or trusting me to do it for them! BIGGEST INFLUENCE My biggest influence is, and always will be, my grandmother, Minnie Lee Freeman. Despite her lack of formal training, she was able to design and build several houses for her children in
Alabama, where I grew up. Seeing her work sparked my interest in design and made me realize that I shared her intuitive talent for seeing and understanding spaces and how we live in them. On the interior design side, I’m also inspired by designer Thomas Pheasant. I’m a huge admirer of his work. Everything he does is at an exceptional level of quality and incredibly elegant. I love how his designs are perfectly layered and executed. HUMBLE BEGINNINGS My first solo interior design project was a residence in Forest Hills. The client was a surgeon who had a budget but no time to invest in the process. She trusted me with the project completely, and I am super proud of how it turned out. The classic contemporary aesthetic of the home is something that will never go out of style. PROUD MOMENT A contemporary home I designed in West Meade really stands out. We didn’t necessarily have a big budget, but I was able to create a lot of special moments, nevertheless. The lit staircase with the glass balustrade was such a hit and, truly, a signature detail for me. It was also the first full house project that I did — a benchmark that is hard to beat. CAREER PATH I’ve had a passion for design since I was 12, watching my grandmother design homes for our family. However, I pursued a career in finance because, like many people, I wasn’t sure a creative career was sustainable. After establishing myself in finance, I realized that I needed to make the leap to a career in design and went back to school to get my design degree. In the end, all that experience with the financial side proved incredibly useful in launching and managing my own firm. IN THE WORKS One of my most exciting projects right now is a 17,000-squarefoot residence for a high-profile Nashville couple. It is going to be an amazing home — a modern, updated take on a stylish Mediterranean lake house.
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Rozanne Jackson From running a candle shop to designing interiors, Rozanne Jackson has made a name for herself through her timeless spaces and impeccable design sensibilities, which are influenced by everything from Parisian to classic Southern styles. In 1996, she opened her first retail shop, The Iron Gate, in Historic Downtown Franklin, selling home décor, antiques from around the world, fine linens, premium candles, soaps and more. She opened a second location in Nashville’s Design District in 2018, which caters more to her fellow interior designers but still offers her signature gifts and home décor. In 2014, Rozanne was named the Southeast Designer of the Year by Atlanta Decorative Arts Center. She and her husband, Glen Oxford of Oxford Architecture, form an architecture and design power couple, who enjoy their ability to collaborate on projects. Rozanne spoke with us about her biggest influences, proudest moment and dream project.
CREATIVE PROCESS I try to get a really good and honest feel of the client and what their style is, who they are and how they wish to live within their home. Once I get a good sense of this, it gives a great foundation to build on and start the process. INSPIRATION Anything beautiful inspires me, whether that be architecture, fabrics, antiques or small details. Sometimes it’s even just a color and how it makes you feel. For projects, I can usually walk into a space and I get a feeling of what the space needs to be, but it just depends on what that is for each project. JOB PERKS Traveling. Being able to travel to the Paris Market a while back was one of the highlights. Paris is the most inspirational place I have been to. I love Parisian style, details and antiques, which can [be reflected] in my retail spaces and some projects. JOB CHALLENGES Probably the hardest challenge we’ve had to overcome is the current state of the world! Due to the pandemic, our industry has experienced a lot of setbacks and delays. We have had to rework the design in many of our projects to meet our clients’ expectations. It has required my team and me to really think outside of the box and really problem-solve while also designing different spaces. BIGGEST INFLUENCE My mother and her sisters have really had the largest influence on my life. From a young age, I got to see their love of beautiful décor, each with their own style. Having all the important women in my life show me the joy in home décor has stuck with me. SHOP LOCAL Kenny and Company has been one of our favorite local showrooms to work with on projects. We use them on many projects for kitchen and bathroom tile/hardware. Their team is always making our lives a lot easier and providing us with a beautiful product. We also represent Charlotte Terrell, who is a talented Nashville artist. You can find her pieces in both of our retail locations and in the homes of our customers [and] clients.
BEST ADVICE I don’t think there’s an exact formula for designing a space for anyone looking to get into design, whether personally or professionally, but if someone were asking where to begin in starting the process, my advice would be to really find what their needs are. How do you want your home to make you feel when you come home? Do you want to feel a sense of calm or a sense of excitement? Do you like to entertain? Simple questions like that will help you get a really good sense of how you wish to live in your home and give you a good place to start. PROUD MOMENT My personal home in Alys Beach is my favorite project at the moment that I’ve gotten to work on because my husband, Glen Oxford, was the architect on the job. We got to envision and build our dream home together as a team. It was a great experience getting to bring our ideas to life without any restrictions or boundaries as two creatives. DREAM PROJECT My dream project would be to create a modern home in the woods — lots of glass and natural light with striking architecture. This is a very different dream than the projects I have previously worked on, so I would love the challenge. CAREER PATH I think I’ve always known this was the industry for me, because I’ve always been inspired by different spaces, whether that be my family’s home, a store I visit, an antique market, a historic building, etc. I find inspiration through most things, and I think, as a creative person, you want to immerse yourself in something you love, which happens to be beautiful things for me. IN THE WORKS We’re excited about all the projects we’ve got going on right now! We’ve got a few modern projects in the drawing stages, which are always fun to work on and dream up. We’ve also got a few projects located in Alys Beach that we will be sharing more information on over the summer.
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Five new and noteworthy rooftop bars to check out this spring and summer The skies are clearing and the weather is warming up, making it the perfect time to enjoy a cocktail outside. And what better to pair with your favorite libation than a phenomenal view? There’s a plethora of rooftop bars in Nashville, with more added each year, so there’s no shortage of spaces to enjoy a scenic view with a good friend and a drink in hand. We rounded up a list of five new and noteworthy places to add to the list of rooftop bars worth visiting this spring or summer.
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E3 Chophouse
While most of the city’s rooftop offerings have you surrounded by skyscrapers, E3 Chophouse provides a nice change of pace from its perch on the corner of 21st and Wedgewood avenues. Overlooking Hillsboro Village, the steakhouse’s third-floor bar is the perfect spot to enjoy an expertly prepared cocktail, weekend brunch or a multicourse dinner. With indoor and outdoor spaces that include fire pits, couches, bar seating and high-top tables, E3’s rooftop experience is elevated in more ways than one. The full menu, which includes seasonal cocktails, an extensive wine list, hors d’œuvres, hand-cut steaks, fresh seafood, shareable sides and more, is available on the rooftop, and the restaurant recently announced Saturday brunch service, so you can literally enjoy this space morning or night.
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Denim
Step off the elevator onto the 21st floor at Denim, The Joseph’s rooftop bar, and get swept away by stunning views and spectacular service. The gorgeous pool makes a handsome centerpiece for luxurious cabanas that provide privacy and social distancing. Seasonally inspired craft cocktails, such as the Adult Swim — a crisp vodka concoction with hibiscus, ginger, lime and prosecco — are backed up by an impressive list of wine and spirits. The sky-high destination recently added lunch service, available Tuesday through Saturday, with a casual menu from James Beard Award-winning chef Tony Mantuano that includes mussels, pizza and steak frites. Whether it’s drinks with friends or a romantic dinner, Denim is always a great idea.
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Named for the Louisville & Nashville Railroad, Lou|Na sits 25 floors high at the top of the new Grand Hyatt Nashville and offers creative small plates and cocktails to enjoy while taking in the stunning views of downtown Nashville and the surrounding hills. The menu also features an extensive list of wines, beers, spirits and intriguing mocktails that sound delicious even when you would typically opt for something a little stronger. And if you’re so inclined, there’s a short list of cigars available, as well. With collapsing floor-to-ceiling windows, there’s always plenty of comfortable, open-air seating, whether you’re inside the building or on the large patio next to one of the fire pits. The elegance and vibrance of the décor and atmosphere will make any evening at Lou|Na a special experience.
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Bouquet Bar
The Fairlane Hotel already afforded guests a great space to enjoy cocktails, bites and downtown views from Ellington’s Mid Way Bar & Grill on the fourth floor, but in the last year, they’ve created yet another gathering spot on the top floor. What was formerly the hotel’s chic penthouse suite is now home to a blooming pop-up called Bouquet Bar. Decorated from top to bottom in pretty pastel florals, the hotel is a springtime sanctuary for enjoying a drink with friends and soaking up sunset views in downtown Nashville. In addition to the floralinspired cocktails, there is a small selection of appetizers, including a hearty cheese and charcuterie board, perfect for sharing. Bouquet Bar opened in early March, but it isn’t the first themed bar to occupy the space. Last winter, the penthouse was outfitted for Christmas at the holiday-themed Misfit Bar. Bouquet Bar will close at the end of May, but the hotel will be hosting more unique pop-up experiences in the months to come.
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Zeppelin
As one of the newest rooftop bars on the block, Zeppelin is already attracting hip after-work crowds who enjoy great cocktails paired with modern design. Defined by a clean white palette, the space is accented with pink and purple hues and lined with walls of windows that can be fully opened when the weather is nice. A wide patio, with comfortable seating and fire pits, affords views of the Tennessee State Capitol to First Tennessee Park. Classic cocktails with an interesting spin, such as a brown butter old-fashioned or a gimlet-daiquiri hybrid, are served alongside original concoctions, such as the the Gold Rush, a refreshing blend of whiskey, pear, lemon, ginger, turmeric, honey and absinthe, served up in a coupe that’s been painted with gold dust. The tapas-style menu is dominated by shareable plates, like steamed mussels and steak tartare, but also includes a few heartier entrées, like a patty melt or a New York strip steak, in case you’re having so much fun you want to make an entire night of it.
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FAMILY HISTORY The 6-acre, $450-million complex, which sits where the old convention center used to be, is the brainchild of developer Pat Emery and his late wife, community and business leader Kitty Moon Emery. There is even a neon crescent moon hanging above Elixr Coffee Roasters in her honor. Pat and his partner on the project, Dene Oliver, chief vision officer for Brookfield Properties, enlisted Nashville-based architectural firm Gresham Smith and finally saw the doors open March 4, after more than eight years in the making.
NO PLACE LIKE HOME The Place at Fifth + Broadway is a 34-story high-rise with 386 apartments ranging from studios to three bedrooms. The top two floors consist of 14 penthouses. Building amenities include a lounge, fitness center, pool, an outdoor area with fire pit, a work hub and a recording studio. There’s even a dog run for four-legged residents. Because of height restrictions applying to buildings directly on Broadway, the residence and office towers, which are required to be set back at least 100 feet, offer spectacular, unobstructed views.
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What a Place Fifth + Broadway brings new shopping and dining options to downtown During a recent tour of the residences at Fifth + Broadway, downtown’s highly anticipated mixed-use development, general manager Tom Miller peers over a balcony at the crowds milling about on Broadway below. The beauty, Tom says, is that “you’re at the party; you’re not in the party.” The entire development, which also includes a 24-story office tower, is meticulously designed to assimilate into a historic part of town. It is steps away from Ryman Auditorium, Bridgestone Arena and the honky-tonks and shops on Lower Broadway. “There isn’t anything here that was done in a vacuum,” says Tom. “It was all done in great partnership with the city to make sure that it wasn’t something that felt disproportionate to what’s around us here.” Yet, it still feels self-contained — centered around Broadway Place, a pedestrian-only brick street flanked by both local and national retailers and restaurants. It is anchored by the newly opened National Museum of African American Music (NMAAM) and connected to the Renaissance Nashville Hotel, so guests can literally walk out a door and be in the heart of Fifth + Broadway. Retailers include Apple, Sephora, Free People, Ray-Ban, Ariat, Molly Green, Hollie Ray Boutique, REVV, The Nash Collection, Tecovas, State & Liberty, The Dry House, The Studio 208, Veseo Lingerie & Swimwear and Swipe Right Art. There are numerous individual restaurants in addition to Assembly Food Hall, which is run by Front Burner Restaurants. An outdoor walkway connects the food hall’s north and south sectors. The Tampa-based restaurant management company will also operate a 1,200-seat rooftop concert venue and Sixty Vines, a wine bar and farm-to-table restaurant. The Assembly Food Hall features eateries such as Donut Distillery, Whisk Crêpes Café, Thai Esane, DeSano Pizzeria, Oke Poké and NoBaked Cookie Dough. The space is highlighted by design details like exposed brick, polished marble floors and seating areas with leather sofas and wooden coffee tables. Musicians provide live music, and weather permitting, roll-up doors let the outside in. “It’s definitely not your suburban mall,” says Tom. Individual restaurants include Eddie V’s, a fine dining restaurant known for its seafood and prime steaks; Blanco Cocina + Cantina for tacos, margaritas and more; CAVA, a casual spot for healthy Mediterranean offerings; Hattie B’s Hot Chicken; Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams and local favorite Slim & Husky’s Pizza Beeria, the first Blackowned restaurant on Broadway. BY WHITNEY CLAY PHOTOGRAPHS BY DANIEL MEIGS continued on page 78
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ALL IN A DAY’S WORK The 24-story office tower, 501 Commerce, offers 372,000 square feet of office space with floorto-ceiling glass windows. On the 11th floor, there’s a large gathering area with outdoor seating, fire pits and a state-ofthe-art kitchen. There are plans for the area to be rented for private events. AllianceBernstein, a global financial company, occupies floors 17-24. The development has added more than 2,000 parking spaces to downtown, including spots in the office tower that will be available to the public on nights and weekends.
DINNER CLUB Restaurateur Sam Fox will be a prevalent presence, serving as CEO for Fox Restaurant Concepts, which opened Blanco, and separately spearheading The Twelve Thirty Club, which counts Justin Timberlake as an investor. The three-story venue features an “elevated honkytonk” on the main floor and a lounge on the second floor that will offer cocktails and shared plates. The elegant supper club is on the third floor, serving dinner and featuring live music. It comes complete with a rooftop terrace, fireplaces and breathtaking views.
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The couple married in September at West End United Methodist Church with Brandon Baxter officiating. The bride wore a Hayley Paige gown and carried a bouquet designed by Kelly Horn of Echoes of Eden Florals. The reception was at Country Music Hall of Fame with music by The Downtown Band. Leland Riggan of Dessert Designs created the cake, and Rachael Vacek helped plan the event. Because of COVID-19, the wedding was postponed from the original date in April, and the guest list was greatly reduced. Everything was moved outside to the terrace, with only dinner inside the
main reception hall. Custom masks for all the guests said “spread JOY not germs.” “Our honeymoon was supposed to be in Spain,” said Torrey. “We are hoping to make it a first anniversary trip instead.” The couple lives in Atlanta, where she is a reading specialist and he is an area sales and operations manager at Cat Financial. Torrey is an alumna of Miami University in Ohio and Belmont University graduate school. Rob is an alumnus of University of Tennessee and has a master’s from Georgia Tech. Their parents are Adrienne and Kurt Schusterman of Brentwood and Molly and Bob Joy of Knoxville. BY SANDRA NELSON
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Is It Just Me? Expert etiquette advice from John Bridges
GIRL TROUBLE We’ve been visiting our granddaughters again for a month or so now. It’s good to be around them, but my wife and I are alarmed at how their behavior has deteriorated. Maybe they weren’t all that well-behaved before everybody went into quarantine, but it seems to be worse now. They’ve become sullen and surly, too. They never say “thank you” or “please,” certainly not to each other. Maybe we’re old-fashioned or too Southern, or maybe it’s just because they’re teens. Their mother and father simply roll their eyes when we say anything. Should we just keep quiet? — Anonymous, Gallatin It’s not a Southern thing, and we don’t have to get old before we learn how to behave ourselves. Unfortunately, it may well be a teen thing. You could be overly sensitive to the situation. Since their parents have been cooped up with the girls for a year now, they may have ceased to notice their sullenness or have simply learned to ignore their surliness. But their rolling eyes suggest that they could use a little training. Sit down with everybody — or at least with the parents, now that the girls can get out of the house — and talk it out. Being teenagers is sometimes an excuse, but being their parents isn’t.
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GENDER DIFFERENCES This is not a sexist question. I’ve worked from home for the last year. Everybody had that option, and I did my work just the same as before, maybe even better. I was in contact with my clients and showed up for every Zoom meeting. Now, I’m back full-time. About six months ago, however, a new boss was hired. It’s pretty clear to me that a couple of women in the office showed up as soon as she was in place, and it’s clear to me that they’ve already built a bond with her. I can’t seem to do the same thing. Job evaluations are coming up, and I’m concerned. I know it’s the reverse of what women have always had to go through, but what can I do? — Anonymous, East Nashville Thank you for clearing up the sexist thing right away. The advice I’m giving you is the same advice I’d give anybody, man or woman: Get the air clear here at the start. The women have a head start on you. They may have seized the opportunity, but I bet they’re happy to have a woman in the corner office, even at a social distance. There’s no reason to let the situation get more worrisome. If the women are doing good work, there’s no reason for resentment or jealousy to foul the air. You’ve been stuck inside for a while; sometimes, it’s hard for us to see ourselves from the outside. Build your own relationship with the new boss. Tell her how you feel. She’ll probably understand — or at least, she should. If you still feel uncomfortable in the office, you can find another job in another place. Women haven’t always had an easy time doing that. But times are changing. Aren’t they?
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What’s in a Name Looking back at the history of Green Hills
Less than a century ago, the area now known as Green Hills was a pastoral setting with open fields, uninterrupted vistas and grazing cattle. Pictured here is Fairview, the elegant home of Mrs. Wilbur F. Foster and Mr. and Mrs. Chauncey C. Foster. With deep porches, established trees and lots of land, it was located at the corner of Hillsboro Road and Abbott Lane, as the streets were then called. Not long after Fairview was built, a new neighborhood bordered by Belmont Boulevard and Shackleford Road was created for city residents wanting to “escape to the country.” Its name? Green Hills. That name eventually came to represent the entire area. Today, the neighborhood is a popular retail destination, a high-rise pierces the skyline and a Walgreens commands the corner at Hillsboro Pike and Abbott Martin Road, where Fairview once stood.
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