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on the cover Cozy rooms with traditional furnishings and calming color palettes will be a hot trend for 2010. Pairing a classic lamp base with a sleek, modern shade brings a fresh look to traditional design, as seen in this room by Chambers Interiors (www.chambersinteriors.com). Photography by Danny Piassick
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January is National Organization Month, so there is no better time to get your home into perfect condition. According to a 2009 National Association of Professional Organizers member survey, the kitchen, closets and garage are areas of the home in which organizing services are most often requested. On Page 20, Tonia Tomlin, owner of Sorted Out, shares the best ways to transform your kitchen into a clutter-free zone in no time. For those who suffer from overflowing closets, Christine Shanklin, owner of Closets By Chicka, explains how to sort, throw away and donate your way to a streamlined closet on Page 22. Next on Page 27, three Dallas interior designers forecast the hottest home design trends for 2010. Finally on Page 30, discover how your staircase can go from ordinary to extraordinary. Replacing dated wooden balusters with metal, discarding old carpeting in favor of solid wood steps and adding decorative tile on risers can make all the difference and will give visitors a great first impression. On Jan. 29 to Jan. 31, stop by House & Home’s booth at the 30th Annual Fort Worth Home & Garden Market at the Fort Worth Convention Center. We hope to see you there. Happy New Year! AMANDA FLATTEN Editor
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what’s new USI Remodeling is the 2009 Star Awards’ Remodeler of the Year hosted by the Texas Association of Builders. The award was presented during the Star Awards Gala held at the Gaylord Texan in Grapevine during the 2009 Sunbelt Builders Show. The Star Awards are given annually to recognize excellence in home building, remodeling, sales and marketing, or development. For more information, call USI Remodeling at 972.206.0750 or visit www.usiremodeling.com. Lambert Landscape Company recently won one of only three Decade Awards given at the 40th Annual National Environmental Improvement Awards Program. The Decade Award is given to a Professional Land Care Association of America (one of the forerunners to PLANET) legacy member that has managed a garden continuously for 10 or more years and that garden previously has won a Grand Award. The firm was honored with the Decade Award for 2009 for its submission of a Mediterranean Garden, which was designed, installed and subsequently has been managed by Lambert’s since the early 1990s. Lambert Landscape Company also was one of only six companies honored with an inaugural Sustainable Company Award. PLANET created the Sustainable Company Award to recognize and herald those businesses that strive to protect and conserve resources, reduce waste and prevent pollution, while promoting an ethic of environmental sustainability and
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Holly Johnson Gallery, located at 1411 Dragon Street in Dallas’ Design District, announced the opening of “Surveillance” an exhibition of recent paintings by William Betts. A reception for the artist is Saturday, Jan. 9 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. The exhibition continues through February 13. For the past several years, Betts has been interested in video images captured by the ubiquitous surveillance camera. Some of the imagery in “Surveillance” is captured from Texas Department of Transportation cameras that Betts has licensed from the Department to use as the subject of paintings. Information: 214.369.0169 or www.hollyjohnsongallery.com The “Views and Visions: Prints of the American West, 1820–1970” exhibit at the Amon Carter Museum at 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd., Fort Worth, ends Jan. 10. Experience the intrigue and fascination of the early American West in a special exhibition of 19th and 20th century prints and illustrated books from the Carter’s permanent collection. Admission is free. Information: 817.738.1933 or www.cartermuseum.org The Irving Arts Center, 3333 North MacArthur Blvd., Irving, presents “Year of the Tiger: Annual Exhibition of Paintings and Flowers” Jan. 10 to Jan. 24. This annual exhibition features brush paintings and Ikebana from the
Association of Oriental Arts, the Dallas Chapter of Sogetsu School and the Dallas and Fort Worth chapters of Ikebana International. Information: 972.252.2787 or www.irvingarts center.com Wednesday, Jan. 20 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., gather your special circle of friends for an enchanted evening of food and fun during Winter Dinner Party at the Viking Cooking School at the Milestone Culinary Arts Center, 4531 McKinney Ave., Dallas. Learn how to prepare a celebratory, sophisticated menu that is ideal for guests lending a hand in the kitchen. During this class you’ll learn how to make the creamiest risotto, prepare a classical French veal dish, work with crabmeat, create an emulsion sauce and create a vinaigrette. The cost is $109 per person. Information: 214.217.2818 or www.vikingcookingschool.com. On Jan. 21 at 7 p.m. the Dallas Architecture Forum hosts Gordon Gill of Smith Gill Architects at the Magnolia Theatre, 3699 McKinney Ave., Dallas. Gill has designed awardwinning architecture across the globe. Among his firm’s many innovative projects are the world’s first net zero-energy skyscraper and the first large-scale positive energy building. Gill has received numerous awards including recognition from the AIA and Architectural Record, and has written on the benefits of dense, sustainable communities. Information:
214.764.2406 or www.dallas architectureforum.org Don’t miss the 30th Annual Fort Worth Home & Garden Market Jan. 29 to Jan. 31 at the Fort Worth Convention Center, 1201 Houston St., Fort Worth. The show features gardens and landscaping by the Texas Nursery & Landscape Association, green energy products, home décor, remodelers, building products, kitchen and bath designs, outdoor living products, pools and spas and more. Show hours are Friday from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Information: www.thehomeandgardenmarket.com More than 45 prominent national art dealers from across the United States and Great Britain will exhibit paintings, sculptures, drawings, prints and photographs by modern and contemporary artists at the second annual Dallas Art Fair. The fair takes place at the Fashion Industry Gallery (f.i.g.), 1807 Ross Ave. in the Dallas Arts District. Show hours are Friday, Feb. 5 and Saturday, Feb. 6 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday, Feb. 7 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tickets are $20 per person for a single day pass or $40 per person for admission to all three days of the event. Information: 214.220.1278 or www.fashionindustrygallery.com
B y A M A N D A F L AT T E N improvement within the workplace. For information call 214.350.8350 or visit www.lamberts.net. Kitchen Design Concepts has acquired Lakewood-based Kitchen Distributors of America (KDA). The combined company, operating under the Kitchen Design Concepts name, provides an expanded range of products and services to homeowners. Customers can visit Kitchen Design Concepts at either of its showroom locations: in Carrollton at 2741 E. Beltline Rd. (214.390.8300) or its new Lakewood location in the KDA space at 6322 Gaston Rd. (214.827.1881). For more information visit www.kitchen designconcepts.com. In recognition of Get Organized Month, The National Association of Professional Organizers’ DFW chapter has teamed up with Easysale Inc., an eBay auctioning consignment store, and SAM-Store & Move, a portable storage company, to transform a lucky winner’s messy garage into a functional, organized extension of their home. The winner of the Extreme Garage Makeover-DFW Edition will have help with clearing clutter, donating reusables and getting cash from unwanted valuables. The winner will be announced Jan. 22 and the transformation will take place on Jan. 29 and 30. Also, Pam Bowers, Professional Organizer and owner of Organized Chaos, is now a Trained Provider for NAPO in the Schools, a community outreach program that brings professional organizers into the schools.
In a completely interactive classroom presentation, Bowers will teach students basic organizing principles. For more information, visit www.find-my-desk.com or www.dfworganizers.com. Jennings Plumbing Services now is offering video inspection of sewer lines. A video camera pipe inspection allows for a real-time visual inspection of underground sewer lines and other piping to determine the condition inside the pipe. For more information, call 972.492.5369.
Professional Remodeler magazine has named Curb Appeal Renovations Inc., a design/build remodeling company based in Keller, 2009 Market Leader in the Dallas/Fort Worth area for the third year in a row. The 2009 Market Leaders program recognizes the top five revenue producing remodeling firms in 20 of the country’s top markets. For more information, call 817.753.6668 or visit www.curbappealrenovations.com. The Park Cities Historic & Preservation Society announced seven homes have received Landmark status Designation and Renovation Designation for Fall 2009. These homes join 156 other sites that have been recognized for their historic or architectural significance in Highland Park and University Park. The homes include: 4141 Stanhope, 4245 Livingston, 4311 Belclaire, 4400 Arcady, 3419 Cornell, 3405 Cornell and 4809 Drexel. For more information, call 214.528.0021 or visit www.pchps.org.
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Green Resolutions for the Resolution-Breaker RESOLUTION: GET OUTSIDE! For me, it was the Shenandoah Valley and Skyline Drive, about 60 miles west of Washington, D.C. Watching the sunrise over that lush blanket of forest and across that beautiful landscape, it started to click: This land, this habitat, this planet is worth protecting. So, this year resolve to get away from all the concrete and go to a beautiful place you’ve never been to seek out lush alpine landscapes or desolate desert canyons. If getting away is easier said than done, take advantage of our (limited, yet vital) urban green spaces: walk in the park, run down a forest trail or bike around the lake. In my view (without waxing too philosophical), being in the environment brings the environment into your being.
Take a walk in the park, run down a forest trail or bike around the lake. Being in the environment brings the environment into your being. © auremar fotolia
Now that the festivities are over, the champagne bottles in the recycling bin, party hats carefully tucked away to be reused next December and the obligatory (organic, fair trade, locally grown) black-eyed peas scarfed down for luck, it’s time to ponder those pesky resolutions for the new year. If you’re anything like me, your resolutions involve grandiose visions of profound, life-altering changes — “This is the year I will stop driving my car” or “I resolve to get off the grid” — that never quite pan out the way you fantasize on the first of January. As an environmentalist and veteran resolution-breaker, I have a deeply personal understanding of how your greenest intentions become drudgery in the thundershowers of April (cycling to work in the midst of a flash flood) and forgotten by the end of the annual beat-down known as August in Texas (saving energy by turning off the AC). So, with this confession in mind, I offer you the following tips on how to resolve to take small actions that can have big impacts on improving our planet in 2010. SMALL CHANGES = BIG IMPACTS Let’s face it, the likelihood you’re going to trade in your car for a bicycle, kill the air conditioner all summer or live completely off the grid at an organic farm in rural Oregon is rather slim. As ideal as these major behavioral shifts may be, the pragmatist in me recognizes the reality in between ideal and idealistic. But, hey, if you want to dream big with your resolutions and then work to actualize them, the Earth will thank you. I will thank you. Most importantly, your kids will thank you. However, this short list is not for you wonderfully rabid idealists out there; instead, this is a list for the rest of us. In the interest of keeping things interesting, I’ve strayed from the trodden path that other articles of this ilk typically travel: unplug your cell phone charger, change your light bulbs, air up your tires; you’ve seen those before. I’ve also worked to localize these suggestions for urban folk. Finally, I’ve resolved to offer resolutions that anyone can easily accomplish with a little money or a little time, virtually guaranteeing your ability to congratulate yourself at the end of the year for accomplishing your resolutions and helping the environment at the same time. With that, we unveil this manifestation of Green Resolutions for the Resolution-Breaker. 10
RESOLUTION: RIDE THE RAIL Just once, if it’s your first time. If you’ve already ridden the rails and hated it (UT-OU weekend at the Cotton Bowl, anyone?), give it another shot. If you love it, ride some more. This is about more than carbon emissions or ozone alert days; this is about supporting the continued development of a robust public transportation infrastructure in Texas. Several proposals for expanded urban light rail and for high-speed passenger trains connecting major cities are already under consideration. So, when you eschew your SmartCar for a streetcar to get around — even for one weekend every month — you send a message to the poobahs holding the purse strings that real investments in more efficient, less polluting transit options are both necessary and desirable. In turn, you help secure a greener future with fewer days on red alert. RESOLUTION: BE THE GRASSROOTS One person makes a difference. One person joined together with tens of thousands of others can fundamentally change the world and the way we treat it. But you don’t have to go out and knock on doors or hold picket signs to have a major impact. Grassroots campaigns to protect the environment both large and small are all around us. Find the local green groups working on issues that matter to you. Become a member. Encourage others to do the same. Make 2010 the year that you convince one person — be it your uncle who owns a 1972 diesel-powered, sixmiles-a-gallon Chevy pickup or your non-recycling neighbor who’s addicted to trash — that caring for the environment is nothing less than a human issue that matters to all of us, irrespective of our political, economic, geographic or demographic roots. RESOLUTION: READ, WRITE, CALL, VOTE Perhaps the most important resolution you can make this year is to let the policymakers down in Austin and out in D.C. know that people care about the policies that affect our environment … and that we’re paying attention. Read about candidates’ positions on environmental issues, write them a letter, call or visit their local district offices. The non-partisan League of Conservation Voters (www.tlcv.org) publishes a guide on how elected officials voted on important environmental initiatives each election cycle. It’s important to remember that our personal decisions make a big impact, but our politicians’ decisions shape the very future of our planet. Resolve to choose wisely in 2010. Jeffrey Jacoby is program director for Texas Campaign for the Environment, a grassroots nonprofit working locally and statewide to press for sustainable waste and recycling policies. Call 214.599.7840 or visit www.texasenvironment.org.
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JANA USELTON is the owner and operator of Model My Home. She is dedicated to helping homeowners and Realtors sell properties quicker and for bigger profits by utilizing Home Staging. Jana is a certified Home Staging Expert (HSE) and received her credentials through Center Stage Home. She is the Dallas affiliate and instructs Realtors and individuals who would like to become Stagers on the art of Staging a home. Model My Home has Staged hundreds of homes in the Dallas/Forth Worth metroplex with amazing results. Once Staged, over 80% received contracts within 45 days. Staging with Model My Home has become a competitive advantage for many Realtors in the area to help them secure a listing. This results in a win-win situation for both the agents and the home owners. Catch Jana on stage on Saturday and Sunday and Learn tips and techniques to create a model home look for your home, as well as Staging to receive top dollar quickly in today's real estate market. Check out the hourly “Home Improvement Workshops” by JIM DUTTON and learn how-to! For over five years Jim Dutton has been bringing his 32 years of construction experience to the Texas airwaves with helpful advice on how to protect the number one investment we all have: "Our Homes." Most people only consider the cost of the home on the date of purchase with absolutely no idea about the cost to maintain it. Jim truly believes that if we properly maintain our homes, most of the problems homeowners face today would not exist. It's been our mission since this show began to only work with the best.
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BEFORE Tonia Tomlin, owner of Sorted Out, used storage baskets and tins for crafts to help organize kitchen table clutter.
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Conquer Kitchen Chaos SECRETS TO CREATING AN ORGANIZED KITCHEN With the many purposes and functions of the kitchen, it’s important that your kitchen be as organized as possible. However, with the many items most kitchens hold — food, appliances, cookware, utensils, plates, cups, etc. — it’s not uncommon to find that the most-used room in the house is the least organized. But, take heart: By following a few simple tips, you can conquer kitchen chaos. CLEAR OFF THE COUNTERS Store kitchen utensils in drawers, not on the counters in a bucket or basket. Eliminating the clutter from the counters makes the kitchen feel more inviting and “orderly.” Keep the island cleared of the paper chaos by investing in a mail center, such as one from Pottery Barn. Each piece of mail, school permission slip and coupon will have its own home while making yours organized. PURGE THE CARDBOARD Get rid of your cardboard. It doesn’t keep food as
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fresh as clear, air-tight plastic containers or zip-lock bags. Cardboard also attracts bugs. So empty those cereal boxes and other boxed food items. Your food will be easier to find, taste a lot better and save you money in the long run. INVEST IN THE RIGHT ORGANIZING TOOLS Maximize your storage space in pantries by going vertical with your organizing tools. Put a bag holder on the wall for reusing shopping bags and underthe-shelf baskets in cabinets to maximize space. Use trolley bins for storing paper goods. They help you know what you have so you can use it. SORT YOUR STAPLES, SNACKS AND SUPPLIES Most people don’t take the time to organize their refrigerator, but it is well worth the effort. Organizing the refrigerator is a simple way to save time, money and space. Arrange your shelves in the refrigerator by category, such as dairy drawer, veggie drawer, fruit drawer, children’s snack bin, etc. Also, the refrigera-
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tor doors tend to become catch-alls with no method to the madness. Designate the doors for condiments and special items, such as special needs foods for diets, illnesses, weight loss, or medicines, etc. This will help you when making grocery lists, and you’ll save money by not buying items you already have but can’t find. On top of that, you will have a nice, uncluttered refrigerator. Once you get your kitchen organized, stick to your organization system. Remember: It’s much easier and much less time consuming to stay organized than it is to be disorganized. Tonia Tomlin is the Founder and President of Sorted Out and Sorted Out Publishing (www.Sorted Out.biz). Tomlin is an author, publisher, speaker and mother of twin girls. She has been featured on HGTV’s Mission: Organization and is the author of the book Chaos 2 Calm: The Moms-of-Multiples’ Guide to an Organized Family. You can contact Tomlin at Tonia@SortedOut.biz.
ABOVE: For uncluttered countertops, keep large appliances out of sight but within easy reach with Glide-Out shelving by ShelfGenie. RIGHT: Three graduated depth shelves hold pots and pans of every size, while the drawer is great for lids and other flat items. The Base Pot and Pan Organizer with Inverted Frame from Timberlake Cabinetry is designed to keep kitchenware accessible and orderly. FAR RIGHT: Timberlake Cabinetry’s Wood Tiered Cutlery Divider with a dual level, fully extendable drawer design alleviates cutlery clutter and keeps silverware organized.
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Eliminate Closet Clutter TAME YOUR UNORGANIZED CLOSET
Almost everyone has at least one closet that is crazy, cluttered and chaotic. Organization is the solution to getting everything under control, but where do you start? The biggest problem in most closets is that they are overstuffed. The bulk of the space should be to devoted to clothes you wear on a regular basis. Before you get started on your closet makeover, there are just a few things you will need: a few hours of un-interrupted time and some large trash bags. SORT THROUGH ALL CLOTHING As you remove every piece of clothing from your closet, assess each piece and place it in one of four piles: Trash, Alterations, Donate or Keep. Trash: Items that are irreparable, ripped and stained. These go into a garbage bag. Alterations: Things to fix, hem or need a button. Take those clothes to a seamstress immediately. Donate: Items that you no longer want that are still in good condition can be donated to family, friends or charities. Knowing that these are
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In this closet created by Closets By Design, hanging racks, behind-door storage and drawers were used to give this homeowner the most efficient use of the space.
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going to someone else who can use them will help make the process easier. Another incentive is that most donations offer a tax write-off. Donations will go into a garbage bag to be given away. If you are concerned about donating items that you have invested a lot of money in, you also can consider selling them. This way you can let them go, but still profit by selling them online or at a resell shop. Keep: Items that you really love and wear on a regular basis or intend to wear for a specific event. Make sure they are in good condition, fit well and still in style. Keep in mind that the average person wears 20 percent of their clothing 80 percent of the time. We all have our favorite items that we wear over and over again. Always aim for a simple wardrobe that is comfortable, attractive and interchangeable. Only keep the clothes that you feel good about wearing. LEARN TO LET GO Is your closet filled with items you know you need to let go of but are reluctant to do so? The
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most difficult part of organizing is making decisions on what items to part with. Debating whether to toss or keep an item is a common dilemma and often is the cause of the disorganization. In order to achieve true organization, you must be willing to let go items that you no longer wear or need. Ask yourself these questions: Have you worn this item in the past year? Is it still in good condition? Am I waiting for it to come back into style again? Does it fit? These are just some of the many issues we have when holding on to clothing items that we do not want to part with. The only purpose these items are serving is to keep you disorganized. If you answered “No� to any of the questions above, then you have your answer. You do not need that item anymore. ORGANIZED STRUCTURE Once you have determined which clothes you are going to keep, you are ready to put them back into your closet. Keep clothes organized by categorizing them. For example hang all long-sleeved shirts together, short-sleeved shirts together, pants
together and so on. Hang the categories grouped by color. This makes selecting and coordinating outfits faster and easier. Keep out of season clothes in the back or in another closet — same thing goes for those “Wish Clothes” that don’t fit but you can’t yet bear to get rid of. Hang all of your clothing facing the same direction. Believe it or not this makes the clothes hang neater and saves space. Empty hangers can be stored in a basket or in the laundry room to save room on the clothing rod. When you are through with all of your clothing, continue this same process with your shoes, purses, belts, hats, scarves and all of your other accessories. These items can accumulate and so can the disorganization if you don’t have a designated place to store them. To ensure that everything fits neatly back into your closet, make sure you are taking advantage of every usable bit of room. Utilize the back of your closet door and the walls by attaching hooks, shelves, sorters and rods. This can help you create storage space you never knew you had. Don’t forget about the floor. You may consider adding a shelving unit, containers or baskets for additional storage. STAYING ORGANIZED Now you are done and your closet looks fabulous, so how can you keep it this way? Spend just five minutes a day keeping your closet organized. Motivation is what made you get organized in the first place, but creating a habit is what will help you keep it going. A good time to go through all of your clothes again is at the beginning of a new season. When spring comes around go through all of your winter clothes. If you did not wear something in your closet that past season, there is a reason. If you loved that piece of clothing or accessory you would have worn it. Now is a good time to let it go. Also, let’s be honest, we are all going to bring home new items in the future. Remember the one in one out rule. When you buy something new, get rid of something old. This will help your closet from getting overstuffed. Organizing seems enough like work as it is, but there is no need to keep it that way. Anything you can do to liven up the process is always welcome. Put on your favorite music, wear something comfortable, get your kids involved and make a game out of it. I might sound crazy saying this, but organizing can be fun. Plus, it is all worth it in the end. Christine Shanklin is a professional organizer and owner of Closets By Chicka. For more information, visit www.ClosetsByChicka.com.
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Sort clothing by long sleeves, short sleeves, pants, skirts and dresses. Then sort each category by color. This organized closet was designed by Custom Wood Products.
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Garage Storage EIGHT STEPS TO SEASONAL BLISS As the seasons change, so do your garage organization and storage needs. For a quick transition, utilize a system that matches your family's changing lifestyle.
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Clean Up and Out. Arrange items you want to keep into separate piles and donate items you no longer need. Create a Family-Friendly Design. Determine what kind of cabinets, containers and hooks will best store your family possessions and place kids’ items within their reach. Rearrange as Needed. Select a versatile garage organization and storage system that can change with your needs.
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2010 Home Design Four-poster canopies are popular for beds. Tie sheer fabrics on the corners to give it an airy feel. Room by Chambers Interiors; photo by Danny Piassick
We asked local interior designers to share the hottest home design and décor styles for this new year. Behold the trends they predict will rule in 2010.
Meet The Designers
MARGARET CHAMBERS, ASID, is owner of Chambers Interiors and has been an ASID member for more than 25 years. Her work has been published in more than 20 magazines and featured on HGTV’s “Interiors by Design.” She has received 14 local, state and national ASID awards. For more information, call 214.651.7665 or visit www.chambers interiors.com.
SHERRY HAYSLIP, ASID, IIDA, has established a reputation as one of the premier interior designers in Dallas/Fort Worth as owner and principal designer for Hayslip Design Associates Inc. The company has won more than 30 national and regional awards, and its work has been featured in almost 100 publications. For more information, visit www.hayslip design.com.
JULIE REYNOLDS, ASID, Texas Registered Interior Designer, is principal of Julie Reynolds Interiors Inc. She creates interiors for homes and commercial settings that focus on sustainable design and beautiful aging in place solutions. You can contact her at 972.931.0536 or visit www.juliereynolds interiors.com.
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HORIZONTAL LINES. Horizontal design details suggest a relaxed lifestyle and appear in painted lines on walls, narrow ceramic or glass tiles placed lengthwise on kitchen backsplashes and in sheer drapery fabrics. – JR ECLECTIC EVOLUTION. Combining traditional pieces with modern and eclectic accents is a fantastic look that I believe will really catch on in the next year as it evolves. Your accents don’t have to stick out like sore thumbs, but using a work of contemporary art that fits your color scheme is a great way to enhance a space. – MC SHIFT BACK TO COZY. While a portion of the shift back to cozy is certainly seasonal, I think we’ll see it extend into spring and summer. There will be a resurgence of the quaint and the charming — a return to “farmhouse-country chic.” Traditionally in times of economic downturn, people take shelter in environments in which they find comfort. Certainly some people will continue to explore modernism in all its realms; however, I think we’ll see cozy, country elements coming up more and more in catalogs and shelter magazines. We’ll see the cozy look come back with soft, comfortable textiles and textures, homey scents and country-style furniture. – SH
Designed by Hayslip Design Associates, this master bedroom features fabrics, paint and bedding in a classic color scheme that will never go out of style. In 2010, outdoor living rooms will become even more popular, featuring outdoor heaters, fireplaces, kitchens and beautiful furnishings that are an extension of the interior spaces. Designed by Hayslip Design Associates
HORIZONTAL PANELING. For a change of pace, we’ll see paneling installed horizontally instead of vertically for a new look mimicking a 100-year-old building trend. Reclaimed wide shiplap boards on walls and sustainable narrow bamboo paneling are two uses of this design trend that create fabulous looks. – JR TRADITIONAL IS IN. Traditional design will still be hot in 2010, but it will be a bit tapered. Instead of the usual busy style, fewer patterns, trims and accessories will be necessary. We’ll see the same charm, but a bit calmer and employing a more serene color palette. – MC BROWN & SAGE GREEN. The luscious chocolate brown and robin’s egg blue of the past 2 years now is found paired with soft sage green and cream for an updated, cottage look. – JR MODERN TRANSFORMATION. Giving traditional a modern makeover is in. You can cover your basic, classic French chairs with a simple linen fabric, strip it to its bare bones, and finish it with a high-gloss lacquer. – MC OUTDOOR ROOMS. We dream of outdoor living, but we want to take all the comforts of the indoors with us. Outdoor spaces will be upgraded with heating systems, fireplaces, mister systems, fans and forced-air blowers. There have also been tremendous innovations in indoor/outdoor textiles and upholstery. I hope this continuing trend will see people rediscovering their gardens. I would love to see this trend take us back to the classical garden rooms found throughout Europe, with walls created from pruned plantings — truly a room made of the garden. – SH USE OF HOT COLORS. Vibrant limes, corals, warm purples and ocean blues are pleasing focal points paired with beiges and warm ivories. We will continue to see these colors in bedding, silk accent pillows and painted accent walls. – JR
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SIMPLE SHADES. Sleek lampshades are now used even on traditional lamp bases. Pleated shades with printed fabrics and tassel trims have become overdone. Use simple linens and silks instead. – MC AVOIDING COLOR TRENDS (my personal trend). Nothing dates an interior quicker that a color fad. While color trends are inescapable, I try to approach them in a unique way for each client. While I am certainly aware of trends, I encourage clients to think past what will be out of fashion in six months and approach what could be a trendy selection from a more classic perspective. – SH CREATE LUXURY. Four-poster canopies are still a great choice for beds. Tying sheer fabrics on all four corners is a fantastic way to reinvent this classic furniture favorite, giving it an airy, yet comfortable feel. – MC LIMEWASHING, PICKLING AND WHITEWASHING. Aging of surface finishes with white glaze is frequently used to create a welcoming, casual feeling in a home. Look for furniture, accessories, paneling and cabinetry in softened tones. – JR FEWER TRENDS. We will see fewer trends because the economy is cool. I see fewer companies coming out with significant changes in their lines. I believe the drastic downturn in the economy in 2009 saw a lot of companies take a hard look at what they were selling and caused them to sharply edit their assortments to what people were really buying. As a result, I’ve seen fewer innovations in the luxury interiors market. – SH
This master bedroom by Julie Reynolds Interiors combines two hot trends in one room. Horizontal stripes on the wall suggest a relaxed lifestyle, and robin’s egg blue and brown is still a popular color combination. Also look for sage green and chocolate brown pairings this year. Photo by Bill Bolin Photography
The vibrant turquoise accent wall in this kitchen designed by Julie Reynolds Interiors, looks wonderful paired with crisp ivory cabinetry. Photo by Bill Bolin Photography
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If first impressions are everything, some North Texas homeowners could be facing a problem if the staircase in their two-story home was designed in the early 2000s or earlier.
“You want your home to have initial impact, and 90 percent of Texas homes have the staircase in the entry,” says Dave Harrison, owner of Arrowhead Stairs & Trim. Staircases with worn carpeting and painted balusters can date the look of your home. “With minor changes to your existing stair, you can enhance the look and feel of your entryway and set the stage for your home’s décor and feel,” says Scott Graesser, production manager at Trinity Stairs. If your home is for sale, that first impression could mean the difference between a return visit and lost sale. “Realtors are finding that spending a little bit of time remodeling your staircase can lead to many return visits,” Graesser adds. “First impressions stick with people.”
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IMPORTANT UPDATES Carpeted steps are out, and hard wood steps are in, according to Harrison. “Carpeting harbors germs and stains, and red oak wood is the least expensive, hardest wood,” he adds. “These days there are more slip-resistant coatings available for wood steps.” One of the most dramatic and inexpensive ways to completely change the look of a staircase is to replace wooden balusters with metal ones. “Installation of metal balusters can usually be done in one day, and there is no drilling or dust,” Harrison says. New balusters fit directly in the place of the old wooden balusters, and the existing wooden handrail remains. For a more dramatic stairway remodel, homeowners can replace wooden balusters and the handrail with metal. The most drastic staircase remodel would be a complete renovation, such as reconfiguring a straight staircase into a radius design. Of course this type of remodel also drastically increases the cost. While there are many options for metal finishes, Harrison says flat black is the most popular, with oil-rubbed bronze gaining popularity. He says stainless steal is the choice in most contemporary homes. “Our most popular balusters are made of iron and come in a variety of finishes to help coordinate with the hardware used throughout the home,” Graesser says.
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Styles for risers are limitless. “Natural stone tile in earth tones, similar to what you see in kitchen or bathroom backsplashes, is the choice of many homeowners,” Harrison says. Overall, the experts agree that in North Texas, Old World and European styles win out when remodeling a staircase. “There is something about a home with stone and warm colors that appeals to Dallas/Fort Worth homeowners,” Graesser says. Harrison says the scrolls and ornate ironwork associated with French contemporary design resonate with his clients the most.
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ONE OF A KIND If you are in the market for truly one-of-a-kind ironwork in your home or on your staircase, Iron Age Studios in Fair Park can deliver. This familyowned company specializes in front doors, lanterns, staircase railings and more. From concept to installation, every aspect of the metalwork process is completed in-house. “We do a lot of organic looking pieces, as well as Mediterranean-style designs on staircases,” says Owner Deborah Nesbit. Iron Age Studios creates metal artistry for anyone looking for a unique creation, from the average homeowner to high-end clients such as renowned interior designer and author Betty Lou Phillips. Nesbit says some of her clients are remodeling century-old homes and want to match new ironwork to original features of the home. “We bring back the craftsmanship and quality that was produced years ago,” she says.
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Mistletoe:
Good for Kissing . . . Bad for Trees
By DANNY MYALL For many, the tradition of hanging Mistletoe during the holidays is customary. In some cultures, it signifies the beginning of a new year.
Construction damage and prolonged lack of irrigation left this tree highly susceptible to a severe Mistletoe infestation.
Often, it is best to remove the entire limb from which the Mistletoe grows. On this tree, the cut would occur at the crotch on the infected limb and the remainder of the tree denoted by the arrow and circle.
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An up close image shows why it is best to remove the entire limb as multiple parasitic growths have developed.
In others it is seen as a symbol of love for all mankind. This latter representation led to the practice of exchanging a platonic kiss when entering a home where Mistletoe was hung. Placed at the entrance, it was used to express the resident’s sentiment to exonerate past misgivings and promote future companionship. Unfortunately these traditions spread a plant that was good for mankind’s benevolence but is very bad for trees. Mistletoe is a parasite that attaches to trees, and though it does not feed directly on the host, it still causes considerable damage to trees if not removed. It is primarily spread by birds, and it is much more likely to develop in a tree that is under stress than it is in a healthy, vigorous tree. Nonetheless once a tree has developed Mistletoe, the spreading or growth of the parasite accelerates since a variety of birds feed on the berries produced by the parasite. And the heavier the infestation, the quicker it spreads to surrounding susceptible trees. It is commonly found in Cedar Elm, Bois d’ Arc and Hackberry trees, but it can affect other types of trees as well. Mistletoe causes damage because its roots grow into and plug the tree’s vascular system. This can be outwardly seen in the bulging and distorting of the limbs on which the parasite is attached, and eventually it provides an entrance point for decay fungi. Inwardly, the host is robbed of water and essential elements, which then weaken the tree. Overall the strength and vitality of the limbs, and thus the tree, is compromised if the Mistletoe goes unchecked. Controlling this parasite involves removing it from the infected tree and taking measures to improve the tree’s overall health and vigor, such as using Howard Garrett’s Sick Tree Treatment. It is often best to remove the entire limb from which the Mistletoe grows. However, if the Mistletoe is attached to the trunk or a large limb of the tree, only remove the existing growth of the Mistletoe in order to slow any future growth. The most efficient time of year to remove Mistletoe is during the dormant season, when trees are without leaves. The overall health of the tree, weather conditions, amount of Mistletoe in the surrounding area and quality of the previous Mistletoe removal service are all factors that can determine how often the Mistletoe infestation needs to be addressed. Unfortunately, Mistletoe control is not a one-time occurrence, but rather a regular part of ongoing tree care for trees susceptible to this parasite. There are a few chemical products labeled for mistletoe control, however at this time their effectiveness and the potential hazards and negative effects on the trees and other plant materials makes it prohibitive. These materials are anti-fruiting agents and affect not only the Mistletoe but also the healthy plant materials in which it has contact. Hopefully, at some point in the future there will be a spray product that is both effective and safe, however at this time physical removal is the best way to get rid of Mistletoe. Danny Myall is an ISA Certified Arborist with Moore Tree Care (214.352.6088 and www.mooretreecare.com). Moore Tree Care provides organic, proactive services for the long-term health and vigor of trees and gardens. Moore Tree Care is the designated tree care consultant for the Dallas Arboretum, the designated arborist for the Uptown District, and works closely with the Texas Trees Foundation, along with many other leading commercial and residential projects throughout the Dallas and Fort Worth Metroplex.
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