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greater pittsburgh | november 2012 | Vol. 6, no. 5 | housetrends.com | $4.95

before after ISSUE Farmhouse Remodel Preserves History Modern Makeover In Squirrel Hill Bathroom Trends: www.housetrends.com

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welcome

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Greater Pittsburgh Publisher Bill Slattery Editor Christina Kleiner Contributing Writers Hilary Daninhirsch, Joan Pearlstein Dunn

a letter from the publisher

Contributing Photographers Josh Beeman, Jim Crotty, Daniel Feldkamp, Robin Victor Goetz, Joseph Korona, Nancy Lambert, Johan Roetz, Shelley Schilperoot, Craig Thompson

Architecture is really

about well-being. I think that people want to feel good in a space... On the one hand it’s about shelter, but it’s also about pleasure.

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The days of the “red door and white picket fence” dream home have been long surpassed. Replaced by fantasies of home theaters, negative edge swimming pools and state-of-the-art kitchens, the architecture and remodeling trends of today have undergone a serious makeover to provide both shelter and pleasure. Lucky for us, the streets of Pittsburgh are lined with many of these sophisticated dream homes, and we are so excited to share with you what we have discovered. It took true vision for our one family to turn their Civil War farmhouse into a stunningly serene Laurel Highlands getaway. Completely made over and added on to, the details in this home were made to mimic the original rustic finishes; however, the charming wine cellar was an added bonus! Next, we invite you to explore an inventive addition, nestled creatively into a Squirrel Hill back yard. What was once a choppy, traditional home now boasts large, open spaces, free for children to roam! Last, but not least, we present to you a modern marvel of a master bathroom, fully equipped with an oversized soaking tub, a spa-inspired shower and a mini bar. The materials in this space alone are sure to take your breath away! Housetrends anxiously looks forward to our next issue, where we will be sharing with you much holiday cheer and winter escapes. Until then, check out Housetrends.com for additional home and garden tips and ideas! Be inspired by the brilliant designs and trends in this issue, and we will see you again shortly, once the snow falls! Sincerely, Mia Feinberg, Bill Slattery Photo by Craig Thompson

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contents

greater pittsburgh | vol. 6, issue 5.

features

trends

departments

22 COMFORT ZONE Family proves loyalty to Squirrel Hill

KITCHEN TRENDS Fresh Ingredients A handful of kitchen makeovers reveal great new looks

12 FRESH FINDS The latest finds in furniture, flooring and lighting

BATHROOM TRENDS Visual Masterpiece Artistic touches create a Zen-inspired master bath retreat

46 HOME AWAY FROM HOME Laurel Highlands farmhouse stands the test of time 66

IS IT TIME TO REMODEL YOUR KITCHEN? The National Kitchen and Bath Association offers advice on when and why to update

71 DECORATING TRENDS Bedroom Personalities Which style works for you?

79 AD INDEX 80 HOUSETRENDS.COM Tips, recipes, resources and inspiration

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A Denim blue-painted bathroom vanity establishes the color scheme of this new guest suite. Photo by Craig Thompson

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Before & After

Comfort Zone Couple proves loyalty to Squirrel Hill

By Joan Pearlstein Dunn Photos by Craig Thompson

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Before & After

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The first recorded homes in Squirrel Hill date back to 1760; a few of which are still standing today. One stood on 262 acres, and changed hands several times before its final owner, Mary Schenley, donated her entire chunk of acreage to the city. Today the land is known as Schenley Park and is the second largest municipal park in the city of Pittsburgh. Frick Park is the largest, and amasses a whopping 561 acres. Upon his death, the land was donated by Henry Clay Frick and stretches through Squirrel Hill and Point Breeze, with a smaller section spilling into Edgewood. In 1893, the installation of electric trolleys facilitated growth in the community. Squirrel Hill attracted some of the most prominent and pedigreed businessmen in the country, with many of their distinguished mansions still preserved by Pittsburgh’s History and Landmarks Foundation.

OPENING SPREAD: Double pane windows help to create an energy-efficient environment. OPPOSITE: The addition combines the kitchen, dining room and living room in one open space. ABOVE: Bold splashes of blue accent the walls throughout the addition. LEFT: Original dining room.

Establishing roots Beginning in the 1920’s, Squirrel Hill has been a hub for Eastern European Jewish immigrants. It is geographically a quick commute to world-renowned hospitals and prestigious universities, making it a magnet for students and young professionals from across the world. Forbes and Murray Avenues (known to the locals as “up-street”) are loaded with boutiques, long-standing pubs, a cultural mix of cuisines and Pittsburgh’s legendary Manor Theater. Many folks find that once they have lived in Squirrel Hill, they are disinclined to leave.

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Such was the case for a young couple who, in 1998, purchased a three bedroom, one bathroom house in a prime location of Squirrel Hill. Between work and pleasure, living so close to CMU and the business district was perfect for them, but by 2010, they had four children and one bathroom didn’t cut it. “We loved our neighborhood and couldn’t afford to upgrade to one of the bigger homes, so we added on a 1,600-square-foot addition which was equal in size to our original house,” says the owner. “It gave us everything we wanted, in the price range we could handle, and without having to move.” The couple went with Dan Meade, of Prime 1 Builders, as their general contractor. “To begin with, we discussed their needs and developed a sketch and budget,” says Meade. “It’s a service that we provide to clients before they decide to move forward with an architect.” Once the couple committed to staying in their existing home, they hired architect Christine Mondor, AIA, Principal at evolveEA, to design the blueprint. Mondor was ideal for the project because she’s known for her energy-efficient designs. The architect’s objective was always to “tighten up the envelope,” keeping heat in in the wintertime, and keeping it out in the summer. “Our utility bills are so low,” tells the owner. “Our electricity went out during the heat wave for three hours, and our house stayed cool the whole time.”

RIGHT: The 40-inch Wolf range sets the sleek modern tone in the new kitchen. ABOVE: Original kitchen.

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TOP: The master bedroom addition offers dramatic views of the surrounding landscape. ABOVE: The glass-enclosed shower boasts a rain showerhead. RIGHT: The master bathroom features a white double vanity and matching medicine cabinets. OPPOSITE: The childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bathroom features a custom poured concrete double sink.

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Before & After “The house was a typical four-square structure, with small adjoining spaces, minimal hallways, and few places of refuge from family traffic,” explains Mondor. “We designed an addition that opened the small rooms into an open space where many activities could simultaneously take place, under a parent’s watchful eye.” The kitchen, dining and family room were combined in one expansive area. “I didn’t want a formal living room,” says the owner. “My parents had one when I was growing up, and we never used it.” The owners had great faith in Prime 1 to complete the project while they were away. Meade built the majority of the addition while the family spent their summer in California. “We truly utilized technology to stay connected while building this complex project,” explains the contractor. “We had daily meetings through phone and email, and constantly sent pictures back and forth.”

glass backsplash, creating a custom look. A private master-suite needs little more than the picturesque view of the treetops beyond. “I wake up and see the sugar maples, and when a thunderstorm goes by, you almost feel like you’re outside,” tells the owner. “All our kids flock to this room and we read, play games, and do yoga in here.” A meditative glass shower dominates the master bathroom and glows with daylight, illuminating the architecturally precise details in this striking room. The colorful kid’s bathroom has a poured concrete sink, which was a simple material that they were able to get from a local source. “Although the kids are happy with their new bathroom, they still seem to always be using ours,” laughs the owner. “But I have to say that the best part of having two bathrooms is that they no longer have to wait in line doing the antsy pants dance.”

Conscious decisions The couple used local businesses for resources and focused on re-using materials to minimize waste. Concrete was cut from a curb on a local street, then sealed and installed as a step in the kitchen. “Active systems were selected to put the air-conditioning closer to the people who need it,” explains Mondor. “Systems like radiant floor heat allows for lower ambient air temperature from the furnace in the winter.” Heavily insulated walls and high-efficiency double pane windows also helped to lower energy costs. They also used a lowVOC (volatile organic compound) paint to cut back on chemicals and toxins. The spacious kitchen allows everyone to circulate without bumping into one another. “My Wolf stove was a 40th birthday gift, and makes things really nice,” says the owner. “We have 10 to 20 people every Friday for Shabbat dinner, and we’re just cooking all the time.” IKEA kitchen cabinetry was creatively integrated with a

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Because Design Matters.

Having the professional input of all three architectural, design, and construction services can offer many advantages to your next project. I asked a few of my current team members to address team work. All are educated, trained professionals with years of experience. Architect Maximilian Mavrovic, AIA of Mavrovic Architects PC, promotes this collaboration. “The owner’s needs are open to interpretation, and a team brings a solution with fewer doubts. If alternate solutions are explored and discussed with client and team members, schedule and budget are met. One professional may have a keener insight into a solution because of a former familiarity.” Don Long of Long Construction adds his thoughts, “Having another’s design allows for critiquing in terms of practical and construction viewpoint. A continuity of design and construction exists so that details flow and the finishes are consistent throughout the project.” Larry Mayo of Mayo and Son, believes the homeowner wins if a team is involved. “Some homeowners do not have the concepts of what is being created. Visualizing is difficult and a team helps interrupt that challenge. Getting from conceptual drawings to construction brings clients comfort in the process.” Architect Matt Sutter, AIA of SōL Harris/Day Architecture based in Canton, Ohio, supports team involvement as well. The usage of all three professionals avoids second guessing that can sometimes go on in a project. As a designer, I find early involvement helps me help the client. Knowing your areas of expertise makes for a better project. There is no reinventing the wheel when your team members know what needs to be done. For the end product, working with my colleagues gives me the opportunity to be certain that everything is perfect: the light level will be maximized, the space planning will be efficient, the HVAC will be comfortable, the structure will be secure, the installation will be thought out and completed to the best possible. Experience has taught me that each team member takes pride in their involvement and wants to see the completion greater than the “sum of the parts.” While homeowners are making great strides in seeing the benefits of having a designer early in the project, architects and contractors have long been on board. At project completion, true pride shines when all those little details matter most. Your project matters. There are many highly qualified professionals who can work really well together. Interviewing and selecting your team deserves your time to establish it. The homeowner is the most important team member. You need to keep a working relationship, often involving a trust factor with each team member. Homeowners considering a new project deserve to have the “A Team.”

Best to your next project, Kimberly A. Barnes, ASID Kim Barnes Studio To find the right designer for you, Use our Designer Referral Service at asidpawest.org or call (412) 882-4424

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F resh Ingredients Unless your kitchen is reasonably new, chances are there is something you’d like to change about it. Perhaps it’s the color of the cabinets or the caliber of the countertops. F You might wish you

Kitchen makeovers reveal great new looks

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Resources Design consultant: JosĂŠ Oubrerie; Contractor: Allen Builders and Remodelers Photo by Robin Victor Goetz

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kitchen gave this Columbus couple the impetus they needed to knock down a wall, raise the ceiling and create the open space they wanted. The kitchen now flows beautifully to the formal dining room and its new cork floor is softer and more comfortable than the original marble floor.

Resources Architect: Urbanorder; Contractor: Ketron Custom Builders; Cabinetry: Cooley Custom Cabinetry Photo by Daniel Feldkamp

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Contractor: Knapke Cabinets; Kitchen designer: Clive Morgan; Cabinets: Decora and custom from Knapke Cabinets; Granite: Marble and Granite Works Photo by Shelley Schilperoot

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This family’s particular story began when Stuckley’s husband saw an advertisement for Heartland Homes. He then visited a development in Pine Richland and fell in love with the Nantucket floor plan. After looking at nearly thirty homes, none of which could compare to the Heartland model, the homeowner’s chose the Nantucket and Heartland.

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The couple, who was moving from a Ryan home development, knew that they did not want that same “organized community” feel when building their new custom home, and they were thrilled to learn of the flexibility of the Heartland Everywhere program. “We were really sold after meeting the sales representative Dennis Huet. He was amazing from the beginning, as genuine as a person could be, and there were no high pressure sales,” said Stuckley. “Dennis assured us that Heartland Everywhere would do anything and everything that we asked, he was so overly accommodating. It was hard not to want to build with Heartland.” With the home boosting a spacious 4,700 square foot floor plan, it was crucial that Heartland builders found a way to make more space in the backyard while keeping the original structural plans of the house intact. As promised, this family’s dream home on their dream lot was complete after seven months, and they have not looked back since. “This truthfully is the quintessential home for us. Having four young children, the space we live in needs to be functional, not formal. We use

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away from Laurel Highlands farmhouse stands the test of time By Christina Kleiner | Photos by Craig Thompson

Westmoreland County has become a popular tourist destination for out-of-towners and Pittsburgh residents looking to get away for a little rest and relaxation. Known for its rich history and lush landscaping, the area is also dotted with some of the oldest farmhouses in the country. F In 1995, a couple with strong Pittsburgh roots became the third owners of a charming three bedroom and one bathroom farmhouse that dated back to 1862. “We had been looking for a farmhouse for two years when our realtor brought us here,” says the owner. “We walked through it one time and saw the potential. It had been updated enough that it was livable and we knew we could make it our own.” F Since then the farmhouse, which sits on ten private acres, has served as a second home for the couple, whose primary residence is in Houston, Texas. “We grew up in the area and went to school at IUP,” says the wife. “Work led us away, but we have a large extended family still living here, as well as a group of close friends from college. It just made sense for us to have a place here.”

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OVERLEAF: A pair of Harden chairs faces the stone fireplace, which is complete with a reclaimed wood beam serving as the mantel. LEFT: The large addition creates 5,000 square feet of living space and helps to connect the original farmhouse to the detached garage. BELOW: Sherrill swivel chairs covered in Farrar Stripe fabric from Lee Jofa add visual interest to the wine lounge. OPPOSITE: The addition was painted to match the original homeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pale yellow exterior, complete with dark green trim.

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In late 2010, after 15 years of summer vacations and weekend getaways with their children and family and friends, the couple decided it was time to update the house to fit their lifestyle. The previous owners had built a sunroom onto the back of the house, but it still lacked the indoor comfort and modern amenities available today. They turned to architect Tim Morgan to help them develop a plan. “Since they had spent so many years in the house, they knew what worked and what didn’t work. They had also collected a notebook filled with magazine clippings and photos of various products, materials and ideas,” he explains. continued >

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Before ABOVE: The perimeter cabinetry is painted Sherwin-Williams’ Jersey Cream, while the island is stained to match the wood floors. OPPOSITE: Custom-made built-ins and a window seat, painted Benjamin Moore’s Rave Red, establish the color scheme in the casual dining area.

One of the biggest issues with the original house was the location of the kitchen. Positioned in the rear corner of the home, the kitchen was on the opposite side of the house from the detached garage. The kitchen and garage were so far apart that the owner wouldn’t use the driveway, opting instead to park in the grass near the side entrance of the home. “We decided

that the best solution was to build an addition that would connect the original house with the detached garage,” Morgan says. Morgan enlisted the help of Jeff Martin, owner of Primrose Homes, and interior designer Joann Fullen. “Our job was to successfully build an addition that created new living space while preserving the integrity of the original home,” Martin says. “This addition provides an extra 5,000 square feet of living space, but it fits perfectly with the original character of the farmhouse.” The addition was set back from the home in order to maintain the prominence of the original front porch as the main entrance. It also features the same pale yellow façade with dark green trim. “It was important to match the paint so that the new portion of the home had a bit of historical value as well,” Fullen says. The addition made way for an open floor plan complete with a new kitchen, wine lounge and sunroom on the first floor. The original sunroom was transformed into a two-story casual dining area adorned with dramatic windows flanked

by bold red custom built-in cabinets and a connecting window seat. “It is refreshing to be able to stand in the kitchen and be a part of everything,” says the homeowner. “We can entertain a large group of people and have plenty of space, or it can be just the two of us sitting at the table in the wine lounge looking out over the pond behind the house.” The first floor also holds a new master suite and laundry room. Two guest suites were added to the second floor, along with a comfortable sitting room. The lower level was transformed into an entertainment mecca. “We love to watch football, so we placed three televisions into the cabinet in the media room,” says the homeowner. The lower level also incudes a billiard room, wine cellar and a yet-to-be-finished hobby room for the husband’s expansive train collection. “Now that we’re retired we spend more time here, and my husband is anxious to get the train room up and running.” continued >

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Attention to detail Infusing a sense of history into the new living spaces was very important to the owners. The wide plank Carlisle Eastern White Pine floors throughout the first floor, as well as the random pattern slate flooring in the lower level, and elaborate molding and trim throughout the home keep that historic vibe alive. Other materials such as the wood beams added to the dining area and master bedroom ceilings, the reclaimed brick pavers from Old Chicago Brick used on the floors of the wine cellar, entry and the kitchen backsplash and the eye-catching wainscoting in the master bathroom provide rich textures and details reminiscent of old country farmhouses. Thanks to 51 interior paint colors, 48 different light fixture styles and a mixture of rich fabrics, each room has its own story to tell. Fullen relied on the Milk Paint chart to keep the look authentic to country living. Other than the master bathroom walls, which feature a light blue faux linen texture, the majority of the rooms have a soft paint palette. This allowed Fullen to introduce color through the various fabrics, rugs and custom built-ins, created by Pittsburgh-based Heart of the Home. “When you walk into the guest suite on the second floor, that blue bathroom vanity just pops and complements the entire color scheme,” says the homeowner. “It creates such a wonderful retreat.”

Leaving a mark The homeowners are also proud of their dedication to American-made products and the ability to repurpose some of the items originally in the home. Instead of discarding the old kitchen cabinets, the owner plans to incorporate them into his train room. The kitchen countertops were also moved to the lower level and the old master bathroom vanity made its way outside to the grill area. “The majority of the furniture in the house was made in the USA,” the wife says. “It was something that was important to us and Joann was instrumental in helping us achieve that goal.” continued >

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OPPOSITE TOP: Needlepoint Navy and Twilight Gray paint, both from SherwinWilliams, were used to create the faux linen texture on the walls of the master bathroom. OPPOSITE BOTTOM: The custom window seat complements the Harden pineapple poster bed that commands attention in the master bedroom. TOP: A cozy sitting area on the second floor, accented with a custom bookcase, encourages guests to make themselves at home. ABOVE: This second floor guest suite is decorated in a cool palette of soft blues and whites.

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Thanks to retirement, the homeowner says they now intend to spend even more time here in Laurel Highlands. “We loved it here before the renovation,” she adds. “We have so many memories already and now we’re excited to start creating new ones.” TOP: Old Chicago Brick laid in a herringbone pattern draws eyes to the floor of the wine cellar.

Interior designer: Joann Fullen, ASID, Joann Fullen Interiors; Architect: Timothy J. Morgan; Builder: Jeff Martin, Primrose Homes, Inc.; Structural engineer: Capstone Structural Engineering; Mechanical, electrical and plumbing engineering: BDA Engineering; Wood flooring: Carlisle Eastern White Pine, WTM Exotic Wood Flooring; Brick pavers: Old Chicago Brick, Gavin Historical Bricks; Bathroom floors and walls: Marble, The Tile Collection; Cabinetry and built-ins: Heart of the Home; Finish carpentry: Mark Miller; Granite countertop supplier: Dente Classic & Exotic Stone; Granite countertop fabricator: Apex Surfaces; Plumbing fixtures: Crescent Supply; Stained glass: Rex Glass; Appliances: Miele dishwasher; Sub-Zero refrigerator; Wolf range, microwave drawer and warming drawer, supplied by Don’s Appliances; Lighting, furnishings and accessories: Joann Fullen Interiors; Carpet: Joann Fullen Interiors; Stark Carpet; Landscaping: Blackwood & Associates; Paint: PPG Pittsburgh Paints; Sherwin-Williams; Benjamin Moore

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Visual Masterpiece Artistic touches create a Zen-inspired master bath retreat | By Hilary Daninhirsch | Photos by Craig Thompson

For some folks, the bedroom is their sanctuary. For others, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the kitchen. But for Karen and Chuck of Upper St. Clair, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s their new master bathroom that provides respite from daily life. continued >

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Before embarking on their bathroom renovation project, Karen likely would not have pointed to her bathroom for a tranquil getaway. “The previous master bathroom had a country spa sort of feel to it, but we wanted something more ‘Zen’ and with a real ‘wow’ factor to it. We wanted a place where we could retreat and never have to leave,” she says. “I wanted to bring in natural harmonious elements to balance wood, metal and granite surfaces. I think to a very large extent, we have accomplished that here.”

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Jumping off point The project started after the original shower door became loose from the bottom track. This led to the discovery of a small crack inside the fiberglass shower. Instead of fixing the problems, they decided to gut the whole room and start fresh. That’s where Michael and Aimee Braun of Braun Design Partners entered the picture. The Brauns worked with the homeowners over a period of about 14 months to plan the architectural space, overall design and interior finishes. “It was truly a collaborative process,” says Karen. “That is the joy of having professionals; they can hold all the elements of the vision together.” “It was very challenging because it was not a big space,” adds Michael. “There was quite a bit of thinking and effort to get all the parts to fit and flow together.” Upon opening the double doors into the remodeled bathroom, one sees straight into and through the shower, which is all glass except the back wall. “It’s stunning,” says Karen. “You have the brown/gray tiles that go from floor to ceiling and the granite benches. It takes my breath away still.” She adds that the pebbles on the shower floor are equivalent to a foot massage and praises the addition of the transom window above the shower door to help control the amount of steam.

Spa-inspired accoutrements At the end of the day, the owners have the option of listening to music while relaxing in the air-jet tub, which replaced an old whirlpool tub, through speakers wired from a receiver in the closet. They’ve also installed a beverage center complete with a refrigerator, coffee maker and glasses stored in a pullout cabinet under the bar sink. Another desirable feature is the under-floor radiant heating. “In the winter, to step onto this, it’s delicious,” says Karen. She also loves the top-down/bottom-up Roman shades accenting the windows. And, unlike the previous bathroom, which had a barely-functional closet, the new design allows for a great deal of storage space. continued >

OVERLEAF: A mixture of natural earth-tone tile comprises the massive steam shower. OPPOSITE: Bronze mosaic glass tile accentuates the bathtub wall and overhead niche. TOP RIGHT: The Louisa Blue granite countertop perfectly complements the Café Brown Blanco bar sink. BOTTOM RIGHT: The bar area features a refrigerator and custom cabinetry to store glasses.

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Before & After Artistic touches Having grown up in a family of art collectors, Karen transferred her love of artwork to the new space. While she loves everything about the new bathroom, Karen gushes about the Louisa Blue granite. “This is beautiful, such expressive granite with the blues and the colors of the shores; that’s why we had a piece of it cut to be like artwork to put in the niche over the tub. It’s so viscerally beautiful on so many dimensions; it’s carried from one side of the bathroom to another, so things are always in balance,” she explains. That balance is carried through the whole bathroom, such as how the curve of the sink mimics the curves of the cabinets. “Details like that add to the harmony of the space.” “Karen really wanted some different materials; you can tell by the look of the granite,” Aimee says. “A lot of people want to do neutral stuff in their bathrooms, but she really wanted to incorporate a lot of colors. We used a lot of blue and red, though she wanted a Zen feel, so to tone down those bright and bold colors, we mixed in natural stones.” She adds that Karen’s knowledge and appreciation of art helped in the collaboration process. “If I showed her something out of the ordinary, she understood how it could work. She wasn’t afraid to make a statement.” The light fixtures above the tub and vanity were other artistic elements; they are on dimmer switches, capturing the Zen-like atmosphere when desired. “We looked at this whole space as a spa,” Michael says. “We knew we should put in soothing music, which fit in with the steam shower and the wine bar. The old bathroom was a conglomeration of parts; the new bathroom has more of a flow.” “Everyone showed a lot of intuition and respect for everyone’s ideas,” Karen says. “It was a great project to be involved with and even better to live in now. I’m just really glad we did this and I am so thrilled that the shower had a little ding in the wall; I would have put it there myself had I known this would have been the outcome.”

Resources

Architect: Michael Braun, Braun Design Partners, LLC; Interior designer: Aimee Braun, ASID, Braun Design Partners, LLC; Contractor: Brian Bauer, Bauer Residential, LLC; Tile: Sant Agostino Kayan Brown Matte; Porcellana Di Rocca Gemstone Dune; Vitrex Gold Bronze Marrone; Perfect Pebble French Tan, supplied by Ceramiche Tile and Stone; Paint: Ligonier Tan and Marshmallow, Sherwin-Williams; Granite: Wildfire; Louisa Blue, Premier Granite and Stone; Cabinets: Splash; Hardware: Top Knobs; Lighting: Hubbardton Forge; Lutron dimmer switches, Lighting by Erik; Frameless shower glass: Rex Mirror and Glass; Refrigerator: U-Line, Don’s Appliances; Doors: Trustile, Al Lorenzi Lumber, Inc.; Toilet: Toto Eco Soiree, Elite Kitchen and Bath; Shower drain: Infinity Drain; Tankless water heater: Rheem; Medicine cabinets: Robern; Towel holders: Moen; Bathtub: BainUltra Thermomasseur Tekura, Splash; Sound system: Bose, Pioneer; Radiant heat flooring: Raychem QuickNet, Splash; Showerheads and faucets: Hansgrohe, Splash; Sinks: Kohler Kelston; Blanco Diamond Café Brown, Splash; Window treatments: Roman shades; Steam shower system: Thermasol

OPPOSITE: The teak vanity is topped with a complementary Wildfire granite counter. TOP: The niche above the bathtub features a beautiful piece of Louisa Blue granite. BOTTOM: This transom window allows the user to control the amount of steam in the shower.

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2 Children Depending on whether or not you have children, and their ages, your kitchen may need to be remodeled. Dated appliances and the design of your kitchen can be hazardous for young kids. If you are in the process of extending your family, you may want more room for cooking larger meals and lower cabinets for easier access to childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s food. Based on the NKBA Kitchen Planning Guidelines, microwave ovens should be installed 3" below the principal userâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s shoulder but no more than 54" above the floor to avoid accidents. The NKBA also suggests avoiding sharp corners on countertops with kids around.

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If your appliances are dated, they may be costing you more money than you expect. New technological advances with dishwashers, disposals and refrigerators could save you a considerable amount of money and may be well worth the investment. For example, purchasing a dishwasher with low-energy consumption, delay timer and economy cycle or half-load button will result in saving water and money.

Thinking about adding a deck to the side or back of your house? Incorporating a door into the layout of your kitchen would be a great convenience for outdoor entertaining. You also may want to rearrange the position of windows to allow more or less sunlight or to watch your children play in the yard. When rearranging the layout of your kitchen, according to the NKBA guidelines, the clear opening of a doorway should be at least 32" wide, which would require a minimum of 2'10" door. Keep in mind that a cooking surface should never be located under an operable window.

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5 Universal Design Is your kitchen accessible to individuals with disabilities? Will you be able to use your kitchen safely as you get older? Considering these issues is vital in a kitchen remodel. Employing Universal Design techniques in the remodel will help assure that the space is as accessible to or useable by all people, regardless of age, size or physical ability without the need for adaptation or specialized design later on.

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Ceramiche Tile & Stone................................17

Joann Fullen Interiors....................................56

Welte Roofing...............................................70

Colonial Modern Furniture............................13

Kellner Stair & Rail........................................20

Willowbrook Design.....................................34

Concrete Zen/Artemis Environmental.....11, 76

Kitchen & Bath Concepts................................7

Copperleaf Kitchen

Linder’s........................................................11

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& Bath Designs................................. 68 and 69

Master Remodelers.......................................70

Crescent Bath & Kitchens..............................31

Murrysville Design Center.............................58

Day Apollo Subaru........................................84

Paracca Interiors............................................15

Dente Classic & Exotic Stone........................18

Peerless Wallpaper and Blinds.......................58

Dollar Bank...................................................82

Penner & Associates Architects......................64

Don’s Appliances...........................................19

Perlora................................................ 9 and 55

Eldorado Stone/Martelli’s Stone Center.........21

Pittsburgh Kitchen Design Contest................79

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Amy Speranza of Murrysville Design Center

the 2012 Pittsburgh Kitchen Design Contest winner Pictured from left to right: Robert Vertes, Amy Speranza, William Slattery, Tim Hillebrand, Mia Feinberg