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GREATER PITTSBURGH | WINTER 2012-2013 | VOL. 6, NO. 6 | HOUSETRENDS.COM | $4.95

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welcome

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Greater Pittsburgh Publisher Bill Slattery Editor Christina Kleiner

a letter from the publisher

Year’s end is neither an end nor a beginning but a going on, with all the wisdom that experience can instill in us.

—Hal Borland

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Contributing Writers Joan Pearlstein Dunn, Phyllis Gricus Contributing Photographers JE Evans, Craig Thompson Sales Assistant Mia Feinberg For advertising information call 412-596-1030 E-mail: wslattery@housetrends.com Write us at Housetrends Magazine c/o Christina Kleiner, E-mail: ckleiner@housetrends.com Housetrends magazine is published by Erilia Publishing LLC, 100 Mulberry Lane Pittsburgh, PA 15235 Member of

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From left to right: Bill Slattery, Christina Kleiner, Joan Pearlstein Dunn, Mia Feinberg, Phyllis Gricus, Craig Thompson Photo by Craig Thompson

As we wind down the remainder of 2012 and look ahead to the bright, unknown of the New Year, we at Housetrends would like to first and foremost thank our homeowners, readers and clients for another magnificent year!

Without further ado, we give to you our annual Winter Escapes issue, guiding you through three completely different residences, ranging from the snow-topped mountains of Seven Springs to the country roads of West Virginia. The true beauty of this season is being able to experience a plethora of traditions, as we encountered first hand with each of the homes featured in this issue.

Over a half dozen Christmas trees adorn the sprawling Morgantown estate, where the owners take great pride and joy in every last glamorous holiday detail. Locally speaking, Pittsburgh’s very own Brad Halstead of Bradley Michaels Furniture shows us the “designer” way to dress up your home for the holidays. Then, follow us up the mountain and take in the panoramic views from one couple’s ski resort abode. In closing, we cordially invite all of our readers to join us on January 12 for an Evening of Inspiration—Housetrends premiere event! You can find out more details in this issue.

From our family to yours, Happy Holidays!

Sincerely,

Bill Slattery and the Housetrends staff

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contents

GREATER PITTSBURGH | vol. 6 issue 6

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18 THE GREAT ESCAPE Preserving a Seven Springs heirloom

38 DECORATING TRENDS

Imagination Brought to Life Elegant Victorian creates magical moments

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

31 GROWING CHEER Indoor plants erase winter blues 53 HOLIDAY CONFECTIONS Make room for dessert 60 GLITZ AND GLAMOUR Morgantown home dresses up for the holidays

71 AD INDEX 72 HOUSETRENDS.COM Tips, recipes, resources and inspiration

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18 Th is rustic lodge-inspired retreat offers one-of-a-kind views of Seven Springs Mountain Resort.

Photo by Craig Thompson

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the Great â?„ Escape

COUPLE PRESERVES SEVEN SPRINGS HEIRLOOM

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Seven Springs Mountain Resort is often considered to be the winter playground of choice for most Pittsburghers. Its packed history dates back to 1932, when founder Adolph Dupre and his wife Helen acquired several acres of wooded land to build themselves a Bavarian-style cabin.

The family would make a living by selling off timber and producing their own maple syrup. Eventually, Helen would see potential in converting the majestic site into a ski area. In 1937, she convinced her husband to build a mechanical rope tow and open it to the public. By 1948, the farm had swelled to 5,000 acres and the familyoperated ski resort was on its way to becoming one of the most popular in the country.

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In 1955, Adolph began building a mountain home for his friend William Hopwood, President of Calgon Corporation. Mr. Hopwood wanted the best piece of property available, so the two men mapped off 10 acres with a bird’s eye view of the slopes.

Adolf died shortly after construction began and his son, Herman Dupre, took over the project, creating a compound with the main house, the housekeeper’s cottage, a stable and a shooting range.

The Hopwoods loved having friends over and, because they entertained frequently, would ask that guests bring their own steaks to fire up on the stone grill outside. Mr. Hopwood’s other wish was that no one stay overnight.

When the party was over, it was over, and Hopwood made certain of this by not including guest rooms in his house.

He had a master bedroom and one long bunkroom for the children. After he died, some of the acreage was subdivided, making way for the construction of multiple family homes.

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OPENING SPREAD: The original outdoor stone grill was transformed into a fireplace and now resides in the renovated kitchen. OPPOSITE: The current owners purchased the original home, along with the garage and housekeeper’s cottage in 2003.

RIGHT: The dining room addition offers views of the Seven Springs Mountain Resort ski slopes.

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Impressive views inside and out Lynn and Randy purchased the Hopwood residence, along with the garage and housekeeper’s cottage in 2003. They renovated while keeping as much of the original home intact as possible. “We added blue and white shutters to the windows to keep with the European mountain theme,” says Lynn. Above the front door is a sign that reads “Himmelberg,” which in German means “beautiful mountain.”

With the kitchen being 10 feet wide when they moved in, the couple added 20 additional feet, opened the ceiling and converted Mr. Hopwood’s infamous outdoor grill into an indoor kitchen fireplace. Lynn chose soapstone over granite for the countertops. “They have more of an old look than some of the shiny stones,” she says, adding that every six months she wipes the countertops down with mineral oil to bring out the rich black color.

The farmhouse sink was strategically positioned to look out at the spectacular view. “My husband is known for loving to do dishes, so we designed it this way,” Lynn adds. “He loves to look out at the slopes and watch skiers come flying down the mountain.”

Most lounging takes place in the breakfast room, which was opened up to the living room for better flow. “We are at the top of the mountain so this room gets all of the weather,” says Lynn. “One year the snow came up to the roof on our main house and it lasted for months.” Randy gets a good workout shoveling and one particular winter had to dig a tunnel through the snow just to get them over to the driveway.

OPPOSITE: The length of the tree timbers used to create the ceiling determined the size of the living room. LEFT: An oversized antler chandelier dominates the comfortable library. BELOW: The wall above the front door features a charming mountaininspired faux painting.

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Keeping history alive Other than furnishings, the couple didn’t make any changes to the original living room. The beams were cut from trees that Mr. Dupre harvested at that time. In fact, the length of the cut trees determined the size of the living room. Lynn used vibrant colors and a folksy fabric to give the room a Swiss Alps look. The case goods are antique and the yellow chair came from the home of Fred Rogers.

The stone wall, a predominant element in the room, is over one foot deep, faces west and has been known to bring the outdoors inside. “The snow and ice sometimes makes its way through the wall, and we can see the ice forming inside, and actually feel wind swishing through,” Lynn says.

The library was an add-on by Mr. Hopwood, and was originally used to display his artwork. Years later, another owner would take part of the space and convert it to a couple of guest rooms. The antler chandelier was obtained from a local restaurant in Pittsburgh.

Still in its original form, the master bedroom was designed around the vibrant colors of the rug. “When I found them, they looked like ski sweaters to me, so I found a fabric with European peasants, then had a strip cut off to sew around the coverlet on the bed.”

Above the fireplace, the stone wall has a charming trap door that opens with a chain. Used at one time for ventilation, it is now kept closed to keep unwanted critters on the outside where they belong.

The small master bathroom maintains its original wood paneling and the original pink bathtub. “It’s a corner unit and we struggled with whether to modernize and update it, but I just couldn’t do it,” says the owner. “Other than removing the old sink, I worked with what I had, and kept the integrity of the house.”

RIGHT: A new double vanity complements the charming, wood-paneled master bathroom. OPPOSITE: The master bedroom features a stone wall with a ventilation door above the fireplace.

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Embracing nature’s gift A huge wall mural around the indoor pool deck dates back to the Hopwood family and was painted to embrace the house and the mountains around it. “After we moved in, we had an artist friend personalize it by adding ours and the neighbor’s dogs,” says Lynn. “First, she painted them on a canvas, then cut them and wallpapered it to the mural.”

Every spring a bear stops by the house for a helping from the bird feeder. “We always know when he’s lurking outside because the dogs go crazy barking,” laughs Lynn. “One time he took the hummingbird feeder with both paws and drank the nectar from it.”

When Lynn and Randy detour off the turnpike and begin climbing the mountain, it’s a total escape from city life. “We’ve become very outdoorsy and do everything from cross country skiing, to hiking and biking,” says Lynn. “It’s a little different from the days when my work-outs consisted of going to the gym.”

Resources

Architect: Allan B. Mitchell & Associates; Contractors: Jerry Ritenour (main house); Jason Jones (garage and studio); Flooring: Masland; Kitchen cabinetry: Rutt, installed

by Ida McConnell, Cuvee Kitchen Designs; Kitchen countertops: Soapstone; Kitchen lighting: Second Avenue Lighting; Library wallcovering: Brunschwig & Fils; Furniture upholstery: Pearson; Decorative painting and dog painting: Lynn Smith; Pool mural: Maria DeSimone Prasca

ABOVE: The mountain home was originally built in 1955 for William Hopwood, former president of Calgon Corporation. BELOW: A large mural depicting the mountains and the owner’s dogs accentuates the wall along the indoor pool.

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Growing Cheer

Helleborus

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Indoor plants erase the winter blues

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Paper White Narcissus Grand Soleil There’s no better way to brighten your home in winter—along with your mood—than with plants. In addition to bringing color and living energy to your home, they bring real health benefits.

Studies have shown that indoor plants improve air quality by absorbing carbon dioxide and emitting essential oxygen. They also help reduce the levels of airborne chemical pollutants. Indoor plants are natural humidifiers, and increased humidity reduces the occurrence of coughs and other cold-related illness.

Most of us don’t need scientific studies to recognize that the aesthetic benefits of foliage, fragrance and color contribute to a feeling of well being, making us feel calmer, more optimistic and hopeful—hopeful that our impulse to garden can be satisfied even in winter!

So here’s a list of cheer for you to grow this winter:

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Bulbs to beat the blahs Some of my cherished indoor blooms are grown from bulbs. Paper White Narcissus (Tazetta Daffodil) and Amaryllis (Hippeeastrum) are two that do not require a pre-cooling before blooming, which makes them some of the easiest bulbs to bring into bloom.

While some people find the Paper White’s musky aroma overpowering, there’s no disputing the delicate beauty of the blooms. The white Narcissus Ziva variety is the most commonly found variety. However, there are some varieties with yellow petals and a softer, pleasant fragrance that can be ordered from specialty bulb shops.

Amaryllis has large lily-shaped, brightly colored flowers on tall stems that bloom for about seven to ten weeks. In Amaryllis, bulb size matters: the larger bulbs produce more flowering stems than smaller ones.

Amaryllis is available in many beautiful varieties and various shades of red, white, pink, salmon and orange, including multicolored ones.

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Photos this spread courtesy of Brent and Becky’s Bulbs

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Cyclamen

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Winter bloomers

Begonia Tangier

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Begonia Penny Lahn

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Kalanchoe

While winter-flowering begonias (Rhizomatous Begonias) are mostly grown for their interesting and distinctive foliage, they produce lovely sprays of flowers ranging in color from white to pink in late winter. They’re easy to maintain indoors in bright filtered light if kept lightly moist and lightly fertilized. Varieties to grow include Penny Lahn and Tangier.

Cyclamen’s heart-shaped leaves—an integral part of its charm—and butterfly blossoms make it a winter time favorite. Cyclamen flourishes in chilly temperatures—ideally no warmer than 65º F—with indirect or filtered bright light, and moist but well-drained, soil. Place plants on a saucer full of pebbles and water to maintain humidity and fertilize them every two weeks. Florist cyclamen (C. persicum) is the most widely available. If your house is warm, try the new Metis miniature hybrids, which promise prolific blooms even in less than ideal conditions.

When days are short and indoor conditions are dry, the Kalanchoe burst with starshaped flowers ranging from yellow, red, and orange to apricot hues. The most popular variety is Kalanchoe blossfeldiana. It blooms from late fall to early spring with clusters of long-lasting florets. This charmer is ideal for homes where the temperature is about 70º F during the day and cooler at night.

Christmas Rose (Helleborus niger ‘Jacob’) is a favorite, long-lived perennial ground cover that has bunches of upward facing pure white flowers—a must-have for a partshade spot in your garden. Available in garden centers now, they can be admired for a few weeks indoors, adding a touch of floral elegance to your holiday celebrations, then planted in your garden for years of blooms in the depth of winter.

Be happy; plant something today!

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Imagination Brought to Life

Elegant Victorian

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By Joan Pearlstein Dunn | Photos by Craig Thompson It’s that time of year again, and for one homeowner, that time of year

means more than playing Christmas carols and trimming the tree. With most of us scrambling for time to string our lights and buy last minute gifts, Brad Halstead, of Bradley Michaels Furniture, seems to effortlessly convert his entire Victorian home into a visual holiday feast. One room after another has been brought to life with its own magical theme and luminous ornamentation. Brad sees the holiday season as an opportunity to fuse imagination with artistry and as an occasion to showcase his treasures from around the globe.

Antique touches A 10-foot Fraser Fir, decorated with pages of French sheet music, is the epicenter of the living room. “We spotted the music at a Paris flea market on a recent trip overseas,” says Brad. “I knew I could incorporate the music into one of my holiday themes, so I grabbed them up.” The tree is decorated with hundreds of glass ornaments, hand-made violins and artificial birds.

Overlooking the mantel is a framed oil painting, which was covered with evergreen, berries, additional sheet music and a full-scale violin. A large Export-ware bowl filled with pomegranates and a collection of antique silver candlesticks make for a striking finishing touch.

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decorating TRENDS Right off the page of a Victorian Christmas story, a generous garland filled with ornaments, pinecones and French wired ribbon, frames the carved mantel in the library. Another 10-foot tree shines brightly and has also been decorated with souvenirs from the Paris trip. Vintage holiday postcards, paper garlands and hundreds of hand-blown ornaments give this tree its own character. “The stacks of beautifully wrapped gifts, which are waiting to be opened, are what set the mood in here,” points out Brad. “When you sit in this room, you can imagine the Christmas Story being read and almost smell the aroma of hot chocolate and ginger cookies.”

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Natural DĂŠcor Add natural elements, such as burlap ribbon, berries, branches, hydrangeas, grapevines and pinecones.

Contrast these earthy decorations with Twist together glittering ornaments. two different kinds of garlands for a lush looking display, then wrap around mantels and stairs.

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In the stately foyer, elegant arch-woodwork is highlighted with a long needled evergreen garland, yards of burlap and an oversized kissing ball, which has been suspended from chocolate brown grosgrain ribbon. “The kissing ball is based on English tradition and is a replacement for the more conventional mistletoe,” says Brad.

Yet another 10-foot tree stands tall in this room and has been decorated with unending twinkling lights and grape vines. The antique mahogany buffet is piled high with potted evergreens, a patina garden statue and gifts wrapped in French script paper.

Powerful pops of color Sparkling red was added to the all-silver theme in the downstairs media room.

Since no room in the Halstead residence is complete without a tree, this room was no exception. Brad added fur throws and fur pillows to the already alluring sectional sofa. One glittery red pillow catches the eye and partners with red mercury candle globes on the coffee table. “This is unquestionably our favorite room to retreat to,” he says. “There is no better haven to unwind and watch a movie.”

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Impressive Centerpieces On a large tray, group different heights and sizes of silver or crystal compotes. Fill tray with evergreens and artificial sprinkling of snow, and then load compotes with candies, nuts, and dried fruits. Wrap different size boxes in coordinating papers and ribbon, then display in center of table. Surround these with evergreens and pinecones. Wrap a small gift in the same paper and place on each person’s plate, with a gift tag bearing their name.

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decorating TRENDS The red room on the third floor is the most whimsical and inviting of the five bedrooms. An eight-foot tree has been decorated with childhood memories, tinsel icicles, vintage paper houses, Santa ornaments and a full-size pair of antique skis. Layered with a linen floral spread and soft snowflake flannel sheets, the inviting bed is an insomniac’s dream. Ski sweater inspired pillows and a homemade snowman create a setting that is right out of a fairytale. Outside of the bedroom, a Bill Blass writing desk is a favorite spot for addressing holiday cards.

Ready for an elegant Christmas dinner, the dining room table is almost too pretty to disturb. The table has been skirted to the floor with a custom made burlap tablecloth and then topped with French script linen fabric. It has been stunningly set with a contemporary mix of eclectic china, Baccarat crystal, bone-handled silverware and whimsical salad plates. Brad has woven earthy with elegance in the well-designed centerpiece creation. “I love this time of year,” he says. “It’s a joy to open our door and share all of this with our family and friends.”

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bedroom Elegant Buffet Drape your dining room table to the floor with fabric burlap or even a well-pressed bed sheet.

Then cover with an elegant fabric, such as damask or silk.

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Holiday

confections Make room for dessert

By Christina Kleiner

The last course is often the most anticipated, especially during the holidays. Whether or not you have a sweet tooth, it’s impossible to pass up dessert during this time of year. Here are a few recipes we couldn’t help but pass along to you. continued >

CANDY CANE BUTTERCREAM FROSTING Recipe on next page Recipe courtesy of Royal Icing by Jillie. Photo by Connie Kimsey.

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CANDY CANE BUTTERCREAM FROSTING 4 sticks salted butter, room temperature 1 teaspoon vanilla 3 tablespoons milk 1 2 lb bag of powdered sugar (10x sifted) 5 candy canes, crushed Whip butter on medium until creamed.

Turn mixer down to low and add milk, vanilla and about ½ cup of powdered sugar to make a runny paste-like consistency. Add the rest of the sugar about 1 cup at a time on low to medium-low setting. Once all of the sugar is incorporated, add the crushed candy canes. Turn mixer to medium-high or high and let it whip for about 3-5 minutes.

Tip: You can use your whisk or paddle attachment. The whisk will make a fluffy frosting, while the paddle will give it a firmer consistency.

Photo and recipe courtesy of Thermador

FRUIT CAKE For Fruit: 1⅓ cups raisins 1 cup coarsely chopped dried apple slices ¾ cup dried tart cherries ⅔ cup dried cranberries ⅔ cup diced dried pears ⅔ cup diced dried apricots ½ cup sugar ⅓ cup dark rum 1½ cups boiling water

toothpick inserted into center comes out clean, about 1¾ hours. Cool in pans on rack. Dust cake with powdered sugar before serving.

Tip: Fruit Cake can be prepared up to 1 month ahead. Wrap in plastic and store in cool dry place.

Combine all fruit in large bowl. Add sugar and stir to coat fruit well. Blend in rum.

Add enough boiling water to almost cover fruit. Let stand at room temperature until fruit is plump, at least 2 hours or overnight.

For Cake: Butter for pans Flour for pans 1 cup all purpose flour 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon ½ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg ¼ teaspoon ground mace ¼ teaspoon ground allspice ¼ teaspoon ground cardamom ¼ teaspoon ground cloves ¼ teaspoon baking soda 1¼ cups sugar 1 stick unsalted butter 2 large eggs 1 tablespoon dark rum ¾ cup chopped pecans ¾ cup chopped walnuts Powdered sugar Preheat oven to 300°F. Butter and flour two 8x4-inch loaf pans. Combine 1 cup flour, all spices and baking soda in bowl.

Using heavy-duty mixer or electric mixer, cream sugar and butter in another bowl.

Add eggs and rum and blend well. Add flour mixture and beat until smooth.

Add undrained fruit and nuts to batter and mix well with wooden spoon. Pour batter into prepared pans. Bake until

Recipe courtesy of Myra Jean Lewis. Photo by Connie Kimsey

Raspberry Cream Cheese Tart 1 package, 3 ounces cream cheese 1 stick butter 1 cup flour 1 tablespoon sugar Pinch of salt 11 6 ounce jar raspberry preserves with seeds Mix cream cheese, butter, flour, sugar and salt in a food processor until well blended. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Thumb shape into 6 individual tart pans and fill half way with raspberry preserves. Bake in 350°F oven for 25-30 minutes or until crust is golden. Cool and remove tarts from pans. Garnish with whipped cream and fresh raspberries if desired.

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Morgantown home dresses up for the holidays

As one pulls up the drive and approaches this glowing Italian Renaissance-inspired manor, they may get a feeling that they aren’t in Morgantown anymore. Behold, 20,000 opulent square feet of Christmas enchantment, no detail or treetop spared. The ambiance of the exterior dÊcor alone sends a clear message: whoever dwells beyond these impeccably decorated front doors has a thing for Christmas.

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Attention to detail This West Virginia homeowner has been decorating her abode for seven years. The set up is no small feat—even for the experienced five-person team who works two straight days to have this home and its eight trees in tip-top shape for the holiday season.

It is, however, a combination of the homeowner’s love for Christmas and her charitable involvement that has led to the home’s eight trees. “The Festival of Trees is an event that I’m involved with that raises money for the hospital. We have local designers decorate Christmas trees and we auction them off the night of the

event,” explains the homeowner. “Over the years, my husband has bought me several of the trees, and now I have eight!”

Much of the home’s heavily-ornamented interior is decorated in rich hues of burgundy, red and gold, lending themselves beautifully to the homeowner’s holiday décor.

Situated beside the suspended staircase is the home’s largest tree. Standing at a lofty 15 feet tall, this tree is decorated in traditional Christmas crimson and gold; however the feather accents atop the tree give it a more modern flair.

“Last year was the family’s fifth

Christmas in this house, so I wanted to revamp the main tree, spice it up a bit,” says interior designer and florist Aaron Sears, who helps with the decorating. “We added a lot of feathers and glitz, both of which the homeowner loves, and now we have feathers everywhere.”

The exquisite wrought iron rail that continues up the stairs and across the second floor catwalk is elaborately adorned with three different types of garland, gold rope and red glitter branches. Pinned perfectly at every swoop of lush green is a massive, 14-inch fresh red poinsettia. continued >

OVERLEAF: This 15-foot tree, topped with feathers, greets guests as they enter the home. OPPOSITE: Poinsettias, feathers, ornaments and stockings add a festive touch to the living room fireplace. ABOVE: The 20,000-square-foot Italian Renaissance home is dressed to impress.

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Enter the formal living room and feast your eyes on the nearly two-story limestone fireplace decked out in hundreds of exquisite bulbs, sparkly medallions and more feathers. Not to mention the intricate silk stockings hung from the mantel with care. When the fire is lit and the lights are low, this room oozes holiday elegance.

Just around the corner in a dining room fit for a king, it is apropos that the 9-foot white flock tree is dripping with metallic ornaments, luxurious ribbons and lights of all shapes and sizes.

Decorated green sprays hang over the top of the gilded mirror and frame the sumptuous gold wreath, a focal point of the baroquestyle space.

Personal details One tree sets itself apart from the glitter and the glamour of the all others, and that is the tree most near and dear to the homeowner. “The tree off of my family room is my only live tree in the house and the only tree I decorate entirely by myself. It’s my Santa Claus tree; it’s covered in Santa faces and ornaments, and I just love the smell of the fresh pine.” continued >

OPPOSITE: The live tree in the family room features a variety of Santa Claus faces. ABOVE: A dazzling white flock tree with metallic ornaments stands out against the rich décor in the formal dining room.

RIGHT: Lighted garland intertwined with red ribbon adds drama to this fireplace.

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ABOVE: Burlap ribbon, in gold and teal tones, accentuates the tree in the master bedroom. RIGHT: The tree in this daughter’s bedroom boasts neon ornaments and a whimsical Barbie topper.

Even the home’s more intimate quarters are dressed for the season. Showcased in the master bedroom is the home’s newest tree, where Sears wanted to tone down the formal and turn up the tranquil by incorporating rich burlap ribbon trim on the angel-topped tree. “Burlap ribbon is a new trend; it can be very luxurious and still soft. It was exactly what I wanted for this room,” says Sears. “I bought most of the tree’s accessories while shopping in Atlanta with this room and the homeowner in mind.”

And speaking of bedrooms, it will come as no surprise that the homeowner’s daughters also each have their own trees that reflect their personalities as well as

the style of their dwellings. The brightly lit white tree dressed in neon ornaments and topped with a fabulous Barbie captures the youthful yet sophisticated girly spirit of their youngest daughter’s digs.

“What I’ve learned about the homeowner over the years is it’s not done until it’s overdone,” says Sears. “I haven’t done enough until the tree is going to fall over!

It really is glamorous.”

Magical moments This magnificent home truly gives a whole new meaning to “decking the halls,” and the homeowner takes great pride in being able to share her coveted space with friends and family. “I love Christmas. I

love the decorations, the glitz and the glitter. But I really love that people get enjoyment out of being at my house during the holiday season,” she says. “They get to experience a beautiful Christmas in each room.”

Interior designer: Aaron Sears Florals: Zaccagnini’s Suncrest Florist Builder: Steve Fansler

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