Knoxville Style HOME Summer 2019

DESIGNER notebook

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Incredible view of the Tennessee River as shown in Designer Notebook

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J a m a C r e sw e l l

managing editor

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art director Clockwise from top: Jama Creswell, Summer Henry, Caroline Kohls, and Diana Warner

Knoxville Style HOME is a quarterly magazine and sister publication of Knoxville Style—a magazine for women which began publication in early 2018.

The creative development team for Knoxville Style HOME consists of four local women with varied backgrounds. Summer Henry, Caroline Kohls and Diana Warner each lend their experience in design and related areas of emphasis to drive the feel of the magazine.

Managing Editor Jama Creswell completes the leadership group.

With more than 15 years of design experience, and degrees in both interior design and history, Associate Publisher Summer Henry is known for incorporating classic proportions and forms into fresh modern spaces. Summer’s experience includes historic restoration, new construction and remodeling projects throughout the Southeast.

Award-winning Brazilian architect and interior designer Caroline Kohls incorporates art into everything she does. Having collected multiple first place honors for her abilities in artistic design, and now making East Tennessee her home, Caroline offers an international perspective on architecture and interior design, as well as landscapes found both locally and abroad.

Diana Warner is an artist, jewelry and fashion designer, and most recently opened an interior design and cabinet company with a showroom in Knoxville. With a fine arts degree and the drive of an impassioned entrepreneur, Diana is a leading lifestyle designer with operations in Knoxville, Nashville, NYC and St. Petersburg, Florida. Tennessee roots and a belief in the importance of supporting local business influenced Diana’s decision to base her national design center in Knoxville.

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Jess Maples, Megan Clute

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Caroline Kohls

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Diana Warner

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Issue: IN THIS

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- 6 LOCAL LUXURIES

- 8 IN LIVING CORAL

- 10 PERSIAN PRIMER

- 12 ROOMS WITH A VIEW

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- 16 GREEN DAY

- 19 DESIGNER NOTEBOOK

- 26 DELIGHTFUL LANDSCAPES

- 30 BEFORE & AFTER

- 32 LAVENDER, LILACS AND VIOLETS, OH MY!

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LETTER FROM THE

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JAMA CRESWELL

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H For some, beautiful homes, lawns and interiors are just that, beautiful spaces. For others, they are the result of a painstaking, creative, collaborative process. For most of us, they fall somewhere in between. At Knoxville Style HOME we plan to cover a wide variety of home design topics—offering something for everyone! In this, our inaugural issue, you’ll find color stories to inspire (“In Living Coral,” page 8, “Green Day,” page 16 and “Lavender, Lilacs, and Violets, Oh My!,”page 32)—as well as features of local luxuries and artisans, informative and educational articles, home projects from inception to completion, and so much more. We hope you will enjoy Knoxville Style HOME as much as we enjoy bringing it to you—and take notice of the beautiful

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spaces and places around Knoxville and beyond.

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Curated by Summer Henry

LUXURIES

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Anna Weatherly Place Setting Glass Bazaar Ivy Garland cup $ and saucer 498 Flowers of Yesterday dinner plate $

450

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Silk Chinoiserie Pillow by Cisco Law’s Interiors $

200

4610 Kingston Pike 865-584-1400 lawsinteriors.com

Sunburst Yellow charger $

154

6470 Kingston Pike 865-584-9072 glassbazaar.com

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Currey & Company Leagrave Bench Available through Summer Henry Interiors Concrete and iron, 40”h 74”w 24”d 865-556-9070

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summerhenryinteriors.com

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Aquiesse Soy Candle Cachepot $

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5508 Kingston Pike 865-212-2225 cachepot.com

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Pottery Bird Vase from shi shi Law’s Interiors $

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4610 Kingston Pike 865-584-1400 lawsinteriors.com

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Marco Bicego Necklace & Earrings

Kimball’s Jewelers

18K mixed stone 16.5” length necklace 2” drop earrings

$2,110 $1,090

6464 Kingston Pike 865-584-0026 kimballsjewelers.com

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William Yeoward Goblets Glass Bazaar $

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6470 Kingston Pike 865-584-9072 glassbazaar.com

Electra Townie 7D Cruiser Harper’s Bike Shop $

118 S. Northshore Drive 865-588-5744 harpersbikeshop.com

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Hand Painted Chocolates Coffee and Chocolate $

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327 Union Avenue 865-688-9244 coffeeandchocolate.com

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PERSIAN RUGS Oriental carpets have survived the test of time, demonstrating a tangible expression of art, culture, and religion from ancient periods. Rugs dating back to 5th century B.C. with Persian origins have been discovered by archaeologists in modern day Mongolia— highlighting the cultural significance of Oriental carpets and more importantly, showing that Persian civilizations were one of the first to incorporate patterns and designs with specific geographic regions. Two specific types of carpets, Nomadic rugs and City rugs, can be distinguished by their designs and the products used—Nomadic weavers using wool and cotton—City rug weavers adding silk to theirs.

Nomadic rugs are less sophisticated, simpler designs that were the product of the imagination of uneducated, destitute families. These weavers used their carpets to trade for necessities or passed the carpets and the highly skilled craft to the next generation.

City rugs were typically woven by educated, wealthy professionals who lived in well-populated regions and had access to more expensive materials with less irregularities. City rug designs are much more intricate—created by weavers who enjoyed more artistic freedom.

Antique Persian rugs, whether Nomadic or City in style and origin, are highly sought after for many reasons. Being one-of-a-kind, hand-woven organic creations which took months or even years to assemble, these rugs are also much more durable than machine made rugs due to the lack of chemicals they contain, which will degrade over time. Persian rugs are a great investment—not only adding beauty to any space, these carpets have and will continue to withstand the test of time.

Chris Sajjaid of Persian Galleries in Knoxville—one of the South’s preeminent sources for highest quality Oriental and Persian rugs; interior designers and novice collectors appreciate his keen eye and vast knowledge of antique rugs and carpets.

From top of column: a fine example of a colorful nomadic rug; rolls of antique carpets at Persian Galleries in Knoxville; a close up view of the “Tree of Life” city rug design.

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Window treatments are an often overlooked aspects of home design; yet, they are integrally important to both the aesthetic and function of the rooms they grace.

They provide privacy, energy efficiency, and add softness and flair to a home

that a bare window cannot achieve. Local Knoxville Designer, Summer Henry,

discusses current trends as well as styles she typically incorporates in her projects.

KSH: So, we’re discussing window treatments, tell us about what you’re currently working on?

SH: “I just recently completed an installation in West Tennessee which was my largest custom window treatment project to date.

It was ten months in the making, and encompassed eighteen KSH: What about current trends? What are you seeing in the design world for window treatments—what’s hot right now?

Summer Henry: “In regard to trends, we are seeing a movement toward eco-friendly, natural fabrics: linen, wool, mohair, cotton velvet, while keeping a focus on a luxurious feel—no one wants skimpy draperies! Luxe trims are huge right now as well, they’re such a great way to add interest to even a simple shade or set of panels, it draws the eye and adds ‘Wow Factor’. I tend to use a lot of flat, wide tape trim to edge cornices or valances, or to accent the returns on long panels. Different types of embellished trims are also an element that is on trend and a lot of fun to incorporate: everything from quilted, smocked, or pleated trims, to beaded and embroidered ones. Metallics are another thing we’re seeing a lot of in both woven and stamped or leafed fabrics, as well as hardware. Bold patterns are enjoying a resurgence: updated florals, ikats, chevrons, paisleys, and toiles, all are perfect in rooms where you really want to make a statement or balance more simple or solid upholsteries and furnishings. Often a client is hesitant at first to use pattern, but when they see it in place they fall in love with the novelty of the look and how special it makes a space feel. With homes now becoming highly technological, motorized ‘smart’ draperies are becoming very common. A home owner no longer has to manually close or open draperies or shades, they can program them to raise and lower at set times each day to accommodate their schedules and can operate them from their smartphone or tablet, such a wonderful convenience that clients love!”

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rooms. I ordered over a thousand yards of fabric and trim! My client and I worked closely in designing the treatments for each room as there were so many considerations in terms of light control, adding privacy, blocking bright sun in the East facing rooms in the morning, and tying everything together in a manner that remained clean and not fussy.”

SH: “That’s a pretty broad subject, but I do have “go-to’s” if you will styles that I tend to gravitate to when designing. The point is always to make the window flow with the room first and foremost. I mentioned the Roman shade before, it tends to show up on most every project! I certainly would consider it a classic, they are highly functional for privacy and light control in bedrooms and bathrooms. Whether traditional or relaxed, they function beautifully alone and always look elegant and tailored, and they pair well with a layered look if you are adding panels...

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Left to right and below: Roman shade shown with wide tape trim or soft velvet border. Classic panel “drapery” paired with a traditional cornice.

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WITH A VIEW

Valances are another standard; there are so many options with a soft valance, and I use a variety of them dependant on the room and look to be achieved, but a simple, clean, box pleat valance is my favorite, whether it has a straight or scalloped hem. I just love the simplicity of this style and how it allows you to get creative with trim or a contrasting fabric within the pleat while staying with a really crisp look.

I also use cornices in a lot of my projects. A cornice is similar to a valance except it is an upholstered, rigid treatment. I use them in areas where I want to add some extra ‘presence’ to the room, they are also great for a more masculine setting such as a study or gaming room.

Cornices are an excellent option for a focal window or a window located within a recessed or arched area. Because a cornice is built on a frame, it can accommodate any shape that you imagine, so you can have some fun with them...

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...Panels, or draperies as some call them, are also an obvious classic. They are basically the cornerstone of window treatment design. I often use them alone for a very light, fresh look. Panels are the perfect way to showcase unique hardware. They also coordinate well with a valance or cornice, so they offer major versatility.

Lastly, I use wooden blinds or plantations shutters in settings where a soft treatment would detract from a view, or perhaps the architectural style of the home calls for it. This allows the window to be covered as needed for privacy, and light control is addressed, but the window can be completely opened up and unobstructed when the shutter itself is open, they too have their place and can be a great option for the right situation.”

KSH: You spoke of showcasing hardware, tell us a little about the options and what you tend to use?

SH: “Hardware options are literally endless! I often use European style rods, they have a curved return that anchors into the wall, very classic looking and an extremely clean look.

Standard hardware would be a rod with brackets and often times a decorative endcap, which again can be anything. Rods can be metal, iron, or wood. I tend to do a lot of custom finishes on my projects. The endcaps can be a glass ball, a finial of some sort, something more personal like a bird or animal, or just a simple cap that matches the rod. Hardware is an area where you can really get creative if you want!”

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Left; draperies hung with a European rod.

Right; Classic panels with a traditional cornice hung with European rods, accented by the addition of a valance atop the same panels.

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NOTEBOOK

By Jama Creswell

4/16/19, 10)22 PM Page 1 of 1

Paul Law is all about collaboration. It’s clear as he talks about the “synergy and flow” which results from working with a “super talented experienced caring dynamic” group of designers—and again as he gives his explanation of a great project. “Great projects begin with great clients. Great clients assemble great teams, they listen, they contribute, and they trust and allow their team to perform.”

Artful vignettes highlight the furniture, accessories and gifts in Law’s Interiors’ 14,000 square foot showroom in Bearden. An expansive resource library and plenty of space for the Law’s team of designers to collaborate is housed on the lower level. Using a mix of traditional, modern, transitional, contemporary, Oriental and antique pieces, original art, custom finishes and tricks of the trade he’s acquired during his 40 year career, Paul designs interiors that “create the feel and mood” his client wants for their home. To illustrate, Paul walks us through three of his latest projects...

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Paul Law sits for a photo in the storefront of his full service interior design firm and retail store

Law’s Interiors and Design, Inc. 4610 Kingston Pike Knoxville, TN 37919 (865) 584-1400 lawsinteriors.com #LawsOneTeam

h Antique Chinoiserie chest, part of a pair imported by Paul Law

h Visual Comfort lighting gallery at Law’s Interiors

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A pair of Visual Comfort chandeliers hang above custom cabinets crafted by master carpenter David Law of Law Hicks in Maryville.

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The first home Paul Law shares with us is a project in Palmetto Bluff, South Carolina, he designed for a Knoxville couple he had worked with previously. “A rare lot on the marsh came available. It has a fabulous view! And, it’s further out from the plantation’s hub of shops, parks and restaurants. That activity is great, you know, but it can also be distracting,” Law says. “So they jumped on it.” He, his clients and architect Terry Bates spent three days walking the property and talking about everything they wanted for their new house— sketching ideas. “Before we left we had a plan that is actually what was built. Traditional brick instead of painted siding like most Lowcountry homes.—It feels different yet very classic.” The builder, Richard Best, sourced reclaimed oak for the floors, beautiful old beams for the ceilings and barn wood for the wood paneling—which was lime waxed to lighten and add dimension. Paul’s brother, David Law, a master of benchmade cabinetry and millwork, was contracted to do all of the cabinetry and the library paneling. The iron chandelier and fire screens in the great room were crafted by Knoxville blacksmith Kevin Johnson. This Palmetto Bluff home boasts a great collection of Lowcountry art and antiques from the South, as well as English and French pieces. Traditional Persian and Turkish rugs contrast beautifully with modern ones of wool and sisal. “The home is collected yet remains clean,” says Law.

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The great room features antique beams, brick and oak walls, and a limestone mantle.

The iron chandelier was handcrafted by Kevin Johnson of The Iron Studio in Knoxville.

The porch was designed so views of the marsh can be enjoyed in every season.

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This beautiful modern home project began with the need for a new kitchen... Law’s clients were about to start a major remodel of the traditional home they had enjoyed for 20 years — a very nice house that was ready for a refresh. Before starting the remodel, the owners discovered a lot for sale.

“Not just any lot,” Paul says. His clients bought a steep cliffside lot “with an absolutely spectacular view of the Tennessee River.” Again collaborating with architect Terry Bates, Law and his clients set out to design a modern home with lots of glass to capture the views which would still convey the feelings of warmth and comfort they enjoyed in their current, more traditional home. Knoxville builders Johnson & Galyon were employed and the project began. “The site was a challenge, being so steep. Although very difficult for construction the site lets you feel really close to the water,” according to Law. To combat the starkness large expanses of glass often convey, “it is a home with great textures: wood ceilings, floors and walls, stone floors, upholstered walls. And, a great collection of art and craft. The textures are beautiful against the architecture.”

Lush fabrics and neutral colors pair with warms woods

and metals to create a soft modern space. Large windows allow an abundance of natural light and wonderful views of the river and mountains. The outdoor living space,

complete with a beautiful infinity pool, is sleek yet comfortable.

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The final home in Paul Law’s Designer Notebook is a wonderful country home in Sevierville, Tennessee, with an incredible view. Law collaborated with the owners and Knoxville architect Jonathan Miller for this project. The contractor, Charles Atkins, also of Knoxville, was highly involved in the collaboration, as well. Of course, the home site positioning had to take advantage of the best mountain views, but Paul’s clients had a few other must-haves for their primary residence. A love of cooking meant she wanted to include a fabulous kitchen, as well as a roomy closet in the master bedroom. An avid outdoorsman, he wanted to display his large collection of mounts. “There’s a lot of restraint in the design. We were able to display the mounts without overdoing it — it doesn’t feel like a hunting lodge,” says Law. Beautiful finishes such as custom cabinetry by Law Hicks add to the refinement. Law and his team, working closely with his clients, successfully delivered a handsomely elegant country house.

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(Above) Lush fabrics, elegant lighting and feminine touches grace the wood-walled master bedroom.

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Handcrafted woodwork by local master craftsman David Law fills

Custom woodwork, mounted game and the stone fireplace contrast beautifully with

original works by Tim Riesing and soft furnishings in this East Tennessee country house.

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Stained glass artisan Laura Goff creates beautiful works of art which often solve home design issues. “For decades the trend in fine homes has been for larger windows, less curtains, and more natural light. That’s great when you’re out in the country, but all those windows can also lead to some unforeseen consequences,” Goff says. “Any artist, particularly a glass artist, knows the value of natural light,” she says. “But that doesn’t mean I need it shining straight in my eyes while I’m trying to do the dishes!”

Goff’s clients often come to her with practical needs such as privacy in a bathroom or the glass for cabinet doors. “Beveled glass is incorporated into a lot of the privacy windows we create,” Laura explains. “It lets bright pure light through, but because the glass is cut at different angles, it can’t be seen through clearly.”

However, much of her favorite residential work, such as lush scenes which have been sand-blasted on doors or large modernist cut glass windows, stems from repeat customers. “Once they see what’s possible,” Laura laughs, “they leave inspired.”

Laura fell in love with stained glass when she was a college student backpacking through Europe. “I was blown away... in those old cathedrals, every piece of glass you see has been painted and kiln-fired half a dozen times. We still do it that way.” Each work is drawn, painted and built or sand-blasted by hand, and then meticulously inspected by Goff. Designers and contractors send many prospective clients her way. “The reason they choose me,” says Goff, “is I have both the artistic vision and the eye for quality. And that’s because I truly love what I do.”

Glass sculpture of sand-carved iris stems and playful birds.

One-of-a-kind etched glass table top sits on a preserved wood base with hand wrought iron accents.

Stained glass window of dogwood blooms allows natural light while providing privacy.

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BY C A R O L I N E KO H L S

Warmer months mean time to enjoy outdoor spaces. From small areas

to huge backyards, every project is unique and needs to be carefully planned. For this project located in Knoxville, Landscape architect Robert Graves created distinct gathering areas and connected them with a beautiful curvilinear composition, making the backyard functional and enjoyable.

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Create a focal point

Just like interior design, focal points are very important in design landscaping as well. The primary purpose is to guide the eye to an object showcasing something unique. It can be a water fountain, a little pond or a sculpture.

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By combing appropriate plant colors you can create harmony and attract focal attention. Too little contrast can become boring and flat. We recommend sticking with color theory for maximum effect.

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Integrate boulders

Adding boulders create different surface levels and brings interesting features to your design. The trick to successfully using rocks in landscaping is to integrate them in a way to enhance the backyard’s natural look.

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Add gathering areas

A fire pit is a landscape design element that truly enhances your outdoor living space, creating family memories throughout the year.Rock walls create a rustic look around the ground-level fire pit laid out on irregular free-form flagstone.

Bob Graves

Bob Graves is a registered Landscape Architect and the owner of Carex Design Group.

He has worked in Knoxville since 2009 and has been a landscape designer for more than 15 years. Bob has experience in golf course landscape design design, landscape contruction and project management.

For more information go to www.caredesigngroup.com.

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Lighting

Lighting adds beauty, functionality and improves the safety and security of your home. Carefully select the elements to be enhanced. It can be a tree, a sculture, a rock wall or pathway.

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Before & After

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I like to use bright, yet neutral exterior colors with crisp trim to grab the attention of passers by.

Trimming existing or removing overgrown or unhealthy shrubbery is essentially a cost-free way to boost curb appeal.

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before Great opportunity or risky business venture? Each episode of popular reality shows Fixer Upper, Flip or Flop, Property Brothers and Rehab Addict, to name just a few, lets us watch the before and after progression of a home remodel or “flip”—making light of serious issues that often arise, resolving them, and completing the project in less than an hour. This is not reality...

Real estate investor Chuck Ward has renovated and sold more than 1,300 homes in the Knoxville area and will tell you there’s much more to it than what you see on TV. Whether considering a flip or buying a fixer upper, here are a few of Chuck’s tips, tricks, and lessons learned—along with before and after shots of “Oak Hill”—one of his latest projects. “Oak Hill is a great example of a flip in the under $250,000 category,” says Ward. “We look at comparable property values in the area and, of course, the scope of work. Then we look at the homes nearby. No one wants to buy a house, no matter how well we do our job, if a bunch of the homes, even just the lawns, on the street are really rough looking,” Ward says. “The Oak Hill house met all of our prospective project requirements. It took about 2 months to renovate and sold in 1 day, $2,000 above asking price! It turned out really nice—definitely a successful flip.”

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We were able to keep the original hardwoods in the 3 bedrooms so we replaced the living room with new hardwood that could be woven into the existing original floors and stained for a seamless look. If the existing hardwood is in good shape or refinishableit’s better wood and better quality so it’s always worth the expense. But if it’s not able to be saved, there are so many good laminate choices out there —it’s a great option.

The previous owner installed vinyl replacement windows at Oak Hill.

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We’re finding that locally sourced foreign-made RTA cabinets (ready-to-assemble) are surpassing the quality and expense of what’s available at the big box stores, Joel Piper with Knox Rail Salvage offers a great cabinet, as well as Megan Thomas at Knox Cabinet Co. Diana Warner has a RTA business, too—Tennessee Cabinet Co. She’s opening a showroom in Knoxville soon.

My guys install the cabinetry.

We use neutral colors in our kitchens. Oak and really dark wood cabinets are out of style.

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For kitchens in houses under $250,000 we use laminate countertops. The ones in Oak Hill look so much like granite. Laminate manufacturers have really improved their products—it’s hard to tell if this top is granite or stone until you actually touch it.

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Sometimes a standard insert will not fit when you’re replacing a bathtub or shower so you have to use ceramic tile. It’s sturdy and offers good clean lines.

The bathroom needed to be reworked, which required taking the window out but we didn’t want to lose all of the natural light—so we replaced with the larger window with the smaller one to have more usable shower space.

Updated kitchens and bathrooms are by far the two most important interior upgrade.

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