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54 on the cover Rice professor and Architect Nonya Grenader designed a compact, two-story dogtrot for herself and husband Jonathan. The Grenaders worked with Mainland Construction to build their AIA Award-winning home. Tour this home and nine others on the Rice Design Alliance Architecture Tour, April 6-7.
Photo by Paul Hester.
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Calendar RDA Home Tour Before & After: Big Picture
Expert advice helps unify living room, kitchen and entry
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The Hort Whisperer:
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arch is here and the Houston area is experiencing the usual symptoms of Spring Fever, heightened by the exciting variety of events that dot the calendar. Architecture tours, antiques sales, art fairs, garden classes and home shows stir up home projects galore. In addition to nature’s colorful bounty of wildflowers and fresh greenery, nearly every field and facility in and around Round Top bursts to life with a jaw-dropping parade of antiques, artwork, crafts and vintage treasures. Once again, we’ve compiled a concise guide to all the sales, shows and happenings. Our Spring 2013 Round Top Guide also features two fascinating home features, which demonstrate the unique ways that antiques add charm to any home. In home tour news, the Rice Design Alliance Architecture Tour, happening April 6-7, reflects on remarkable homes by Rice faculty over the past 100 years. This Centennial Tour celebrates the 100th anniversary of Rice University and the Rice School of Architecture, as well as the 40th anniversary of RDA. Our March issue home feature is one of those 10 homes on the RDA Centennial Tour. It is the home of Rice Architecture Professor Nonya Grenader and her husband Jonathan. The Grenaders’ serene, modern home is a two-story dogtrot concept that stands in harmony with the spectrum of
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In our landscape article in the February issue, the photo at right (from page 28) and the large photo on page 30 were mistakenly credited to the wrong landscape company. The correct company is Earthcare Horticultural Services. If you like the work featured in the photos, please give Earthcare a call at 713.666.4777. mature trees that were existing on their Southampton Place lot. Also in this issue, we’ve covered home improvement projects large and small – from finding the right rugs for your rooms, to redecorating projects and swimming pool makeovers. Relish the spring weather as you explore your home improvement possibilities!
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march calendar HOME SHOWS The 2nd Annual Houston Home Show returns to the George R. Brown Convention Center March 22-24. Explore a wide range of the newest home products, plus gain valuable insight from how-to-workshops. Shop ideas and products for home décor, storm preparedness, kitchen and bath, outdoor living, home remodeling, pools and spas, and green living. Information: www.texashomeandgarden.com The Houston Antique Dealers Association’s Spring Antique Show & Sale takes place March 22-24 at the George R. Brown Convention Center, Hall D. Renowned for hosting one of the oldest antique shows in the country, HADA showcases more than 90 antiques dealers from around the globe. In conjunction with the event, a special HADA lecture at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston features Christopher Monkhouse, Curator, European Decorative Arts for the Art Institute of Chicago. Mr. Monkhouse is set to give his talk on Wednesday, March 20 at 2:00 p.m. and again at 6:30 p.m. Information: www.hadaantiques.com.
The Bayou City Art Festival happens March 22-24 in Memorial Park. Artwork by featured artists Signe and Genna Grushovenko.
FESTIVALS The Bayou City Art Festival, celebrating its 16th year in Memorial Mark, takes place March 22-24. This colorful Houston tradition celebrates a wide variety of art forms by more than 300 artists from across the nation and offers an array of exhibits where patrons can admire and purchase artwork in hundreds of booths throughout the park. Tickets are $15 for adults and $3 for children, ages 3 to 12. All festival proceeds benefit local arts and community service organizations via the festival's 17 non-profit partners. Information: 713.521.0133 or www.bayoucityartfestival.com. The Sustainable Living Fest returns to Market Square Park on March 16. Take in a full day of eco-education and solution-based, interactive events featuring live music, local foods, living greener demos and kid’s activities. The event is free and open to the public. Information: www.sustainablelivingfest.com.
Mercer Arboretum and Botanic Garden hosts its renowned March Mart Plant Sale March 22 & 23. March Mart features more than 2,000 varieties of quality plants rarely found at local retail nurseries—it is largest plant sale on the Gulf Coast. This event is conducted by hundreds of volunteers and more than 120 experts will be on hand to answer horticultural and gardening questions. On April 5, garden director and Houston House & Home columnist Darrin Duling leads The Mercer Society’s coach adventure to Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center in Orange. Shangri La boasts 252 acres showcasing more than 300 plant species in five formal “rooms” as well as four sculpture “rooms.” This elaborate garden is the vision of H.J. Lutcher Stark, who originally developed it more than 60 years ago. Information: 281.443.8731 or www.hcp4.net/mercer.
GARDEN CLASSES & EVENTS Many local gardeners know the Arbor Gate features a thoughtful variety of classes and events throughout the year. This month’s calendar offers Arbor Gate’s Citrus and Tropical Fruit Tree Sale on March 10. The sale begins at 10:30 a.m. Early birds can get some know-how at the 9 a.m. free seminar presented by Heidi Sheesley of Treesearch Farms. On March 14 and 16, Ann Wheeler of Log House Herb Farm teaches her delightful course, A Year of Herbs for Your Garden. And on March 21, vegetable growing guru Jeremy Kollaus and Chef Chris Crowder share their proven gardening tips and fantastic recipes for their class, From the Garden to the Table. Information: www.arborgate.com or 281.351.8851. 12
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AWARD NOTE Congratulations to Cabinets & Designs for receiving 2012 Masters Club Recognition from Wood-Mode Custom Cabinetry. Wood-Mode’s Masters Club consists of the top 25 Wood-Mode dealers who have a minimum of $1.5 million in sales. The manufacturer has more than 400 dealers in the United States. The team at Cabinets & Designs has provided quality cabinetry and design services since 1972. Their kitchen designs have been featured on the pages of Houston House & Home, as well as Better Homes and Gardens and Texas Homes. Informaiton: 713.627.8970 or www.CabinetsandDesigns.net. LEFT: On April 5, Mercer Arboretum and Botanic Garden Director and Houston House & Home columnist Darrin Duling leads The Mercer Society’s coach adventure to Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center in Orange.
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This year’s Rice Design Alliance Architecture Tour commemorates the 40th anniversary of RDA and the Centennial celebrations of Rice University and the Rice School of Architecture. Dubbed the Centennial Tour, the ten significant Houston residences featured were designed by Rice School of Architecture faculty throughout the school’s 100 year history. These captivating homes were designed by educator-practitioner architects, including William Ward Watkins, Anderson Todd, and Nonya Grenader. According to Rice Design Alliance, the homes on the tour are a testament to the enduring impact that the school has made on the residential community in Houston. Spanning 10 decades, tour attendees are given a unique opportunity to reflect on the changes and evolutions—from the traditional to the avant garde—that architecture has undergone over the past century, as interpreted by local talent. The tour is open to RDA members and their guests. Information: (713) 348-4876 or ricedesignalliance.org.
6136 Kirby Drive 1996, Wittenberg Partnership
1318 North Boulevard 1926, William Ward Watkin
1 Spring Hollow 1958, James C. Morehead, Jr.
9 Shadowlawn Circle 1961, Anderson Todd
2246 Quenby Road 1972, 1982, William T. Cannady
9 Pine Hill Lane 1989, Carlos Jiménez Studio
2231 Wroxton Road 2008, Nonya Grenader
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Sheryl Horton, a kitchen designer, called me because her former employer advertised in Houston House & Home. “I needed an extra set of experienced eyes when we were readying our former house to sell,” Sheryl explained. “You helped keep me on track and spend money on projects that would enhance the sale and not get hung up on projects 16
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that would not matter to buyers. Since the previous house sold quickly and I had worked with you before, I really trusted your recommendations and knew what to expect.” The couple’s plan was to buy a much smaller, foreclosure—a ‘fixer upper’ to live in and remodel while they searched for a retirement home in
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The awkward, L-shaped living room definitely needed a facelift and floorplan. After listening carefully to their needs, BEFORE I suggested that they add swivel mechanisms under two existing club chairs near the TV to create a comfy but practical grown up sitting area near the kitchen. The floorplan allowed the couple to create a seating arrangement where guests could swivel to see the TV or talk to guests in the living room without adding another eating area, which they did not want, or another typical sofa seating area. “I have followed your Houston House & Home Before/After column for years and called you several years ago to help us sell our other house and was pleased with your suggestions,” Sheryl said. “I liked your philosophy of using things
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we already own to create the rooms we want,” she said. TIP: This living room needed an update. When in doubt, be consistent with hardware, flooring, wall and trim paint colors (Benjamin Moore “Sandy White” matte walls and Satin Impervo Acrylic Latex Enamel in #314-01 “White”) and you will be correct. “When we met, you were very helpful in suggesting that the hearth jutted into the room and limited furniture placement. Sheryl felt comfortable enough with my recommendations to hire a brick mason to finish the brick fireplace and Charlie built a white millwork fireplace surround, added recessed can lighting from Carol’s Lighting and removed the popcorn texture off the ceiling to pull the room together. “Thanks to you, the living room has the comfortable feeling that is consistent with entertaining large and small groups and yet still has the casual, light and open look that I wanted,” she said. TIP: Don’t be afraid to recycle existing furniture to suit your needs. Just because a piece of furniture has always been in one room does not mean it cannot be relocated. Sheryl’s favorite part of the living room is the light, bright, consistent feeling the room has. The couple (as well as their friends and family) loves the final result and recommends people get professional help to transform an ‘ugly ducking house’. AFTER: By removing the brick hearth extensions, moving the entry closet and leveling the entry floor, room was created for furniture, art and accessories in both the living room and entry. BEFORE: The couple was in a quandary about how to arrange furniture in the L-shaped living room and entry.
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Y O U R G U I D E T O H O R T I C U LT U R E I N H O U S T O N Dear Plantophiles, A star performer in our gardens at this time of year is the camellia. This group of shade-loving woody plants graces us with spectacular floral display for a nine-month period from September into May. There are over 119 different species of camellia, all evergreen shrubs or trees hailing from Asia. They prefer acid soil, but the good news is that most of them can be easily grown in our heavy, neutral to slightly alkaline, soils—just ensure that they stay moist, but not soaking wet. Nearly every camellia seen in our gardens primarily derives from two species: Camellia sasanqua, which blooms from autumn through mid-winter, and Camellia japonica, with blooms from winter through spring. Their floral diversity is dazzling: shapes resembling anemones, carnations, peonies and lilies range in size from small, one-inch, buttons to eye-poppers over seven inches across. Colors in solid, streaked, spotted and splashed patterns occur in white and countless shades of pink and red. A rarely-seen group of tropical yellow-flowered species may one day be the parents of a hardy yellow-flowered hybrid. Fragrant varieties that exude delicate notes of candy, spice, roses, mint and tea also exist.
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Those gardeners who always seem to find reasons to complain (I collectively refer to them as “misery-guts” and suspect they were never taken to the circus as children) say that, architecturally, the camellia is a boring green blob of a plant when not in flower. The solution to their gripe: look for new introductions of species and specialty-hybrid camellias, whose habits include columnar, weeping, spreading, and even contorted, with leaves from one-half inch to over seven inches long. They can resemble privet, leucothoe, laurel, gardenia and magnolia, in sizes from two-foot high dwarfs up to 40-foot trees with striking, smooth, orange, brown or silvery bark. Camellias have been grown in this country for over 270 years, but we are mere novices, as they have been cultivated in China for nearly 5,000 years beginning with the tea plant, Camellia sinensis. The next time you tip back that glass of sweet tea, know that you are drinking the essence of camellia! Keep on Growing!
Darrin Duling, Director of Mercer Arboretum & Botanic Gardens, is a botanical horticulturist, environmentalist and landscape designer. He holds a Master of Science Degree in Plant Taxonomy from the University of Reading in England, as well as the Royal Horticultural Society Certificate of Training and the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew Diploma of Horticulture. Duling has managed major gardens in Thailand, New York and Florida. For information on Mercer Arboretum, visit www.hcp4.net/mercer. 22
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Today, homeowners can consider converting an existing pool to a natural swimming pool. This type of pool employs nature’s methods of water filtration to provide clean, chemical-free water. Photo courtesy of BioNova Natural Pools.
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Your pool makeover can go swimmingly with smart planning and the right contractor Wear, weather extremes, poor upkeep and just plain age can take the sparkle out of a backyard pool. How has your pool endured over the years? From a minor touch up to an extreme makeover, the possibilities for fixing up and existing pool are almost endless, but seeing those dreams realized requires a plan that fits your budget and skilled professionals who will get it done right. We asked pool construction and renovation experts for their advice on making over a weary pool. Here’s what they had to say. OPTIONS FOR UPGRADES
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“Options for a pool remodel depend on many variables, such as the age of your pool,” says Berry Pools owner John Berry, who has been in the pool construction business since 1978. “Some pool owners choose to simply refresh the interior surfaces, while many want to add a spa or second skimmer to their pool. Another area of consideration is energy efficiency. Many pool owners are looking to reduce utility bills by changing out their pump equipment.” Berry points out that pools not remodeled since in the past several years will need to comply with the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act of 2007, which applies to pool drains. (See info on p. 30.)
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For decades, white plaster was the industry standard for pool interiors. This material, consisting of cement, marble dust and aggregates, provides the smoothest possible finish, but holds up for an average of only 8-10 years. Longer lasting materials, such as plaster blended with quartz pieces, tiny pebbles or glass beads, are not quite as smooth, but can last for 15 to 25 years. CHEMICAL-FREE POOLS
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Natural swimming pools are an alternative to traditional chlorine pools. Alan Weene, head of marketing and technical support for BioNova Natural Pools explains that any traditional pool can be converted into a natural swimming pool in a few different ways. “The formal aesthetics of a traditional pool can be preserved, or it can be made to look more like a pond,� says Weene. To do so, he says, new plumbing, mechanical, and filtration equipment will be required. Also, an additional area (approximately equal in size to the swimming area) must be dug out for the new regeneration zone.
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“This area can be excavated around the perimeter of the existing pool or completely separate in its own contained vessel,” says Weene. “The easiest way to perform a conversion (and most economical) is to build within the walls of the existing swimming pool by installing a retaining wall to separate the swimming area from the regeneration zone.” For this, he explains that the pool owner must be willing to sacrifice 50 percent of their existing swimming area for the latter option. When asked about mosquito issues, Weene cites that BioNova has built natural swimming pools in more than 30 countries, in all climates from hot/dry to cold/wet and everything in between. 28
“The aquatic plants will be carefully selected based on the client's climate zone,” says Weene. “Mosquitoes are not an issue because the water is always circulating, and mosquitoes prefer to lay their eggs in stagnant water.” Weene suggests that if your pool is in poor condition, it is best to approach the project as a new construction rather than a conversion. Also, the size of the property will dictate what type of natural swimming pool conversion will be most appropriate. CAREFUL PLANNING
“Finish other major projects around your house first,” says John Berry of Berry Pools. “You don’t want a roofing job or house addition going on after your pool project is complete. It’s very important to truly know your budget before you start a project, Berry insists. “It’s also best to interview at least three pool contractors before deciding on one. Ask to see a Release of Lien and Affadavit of All Bills Paid. If the contractor doesn’t have these, then the homeowner may be held responsible for paying subcontractors.”
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• Take your time interviewing possible contractors. Ask key questions to make sure you hire a contractor who can deliver the pool of your dreams, not leave you with a nightmare. • Make sure the company is experienced and qualified to do the work and obtains the proper permits. Each city in our area has its own codes—ask your local authority for details. • Ask for work references, check with the Better Business Bureau, and look for contractors who are members of the Association of Pool and Spa Professionals (APSP). • Ask if the company offers free estimates. Do they require payment upfront? Or can you withhold payment until the project is fully completed. • Check their papers. Ask to see a proof of insurance certificate. If they don’t actually have insurance, the homeowner can be held responsible for an accident on the job site. Ask to see a Release of Lien and Affidavit of All Bills Paid, these documents assure the homeowner is not responsible for paying any subcontractors.
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Enduring Quality Inside the home of an award-winning Architect and Rice Professor BY SANDRA COOK • PHOTOS BY PAUL HESTER
Nonya and Jonathan Grenader have lived on the same street in Southampton Place for almost 30 years. The Grenaders treasure the relatively quiet streets and soothing tree canopy of the neighborhood, which borders Rice University. Since 1994, Nonya Grenader, FAIA, has taught seminars and studios for Rice School of Architecture, where she is a Professor in Practice and is Associate Director of Rice Building Workshop, which challenges architecture students to apply their creativity to real-life projects. Her work has garnered numerous awards from AIA Houston and Preservation Houston, so it’s quite fitting that the home she designed for she and husband Jonathan in 2007 is included in this year’s Rice Design Alliance Architecture Tour. “It’s an honor to be included in the tour with other Rice faculty,” says Nonya Grenader. The tour marks the 40th anniversary of RDA and the Centennial celebrations of Rice University and the Rice School of Architecture. To celebrate these occasions, the 2013 RDA tour features homes designed by Rice Architecture faculty from the past century. (See page 14 for tour info.) The Grenaders’ home consists of a two-story main house and a two-story studio structure linked by a dogtrot-style porch and an
Architect Nonya Grenader designed the home to be in harmony with the elements and to maximize the views of the trees on the lot. The Grenaders’ home includes a serene mix of antique pieces, distinctly modern furnishings, black and white photography and whimsical works of art. The dining room features an old farm table paired with more modern Prague chairs. 54
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upper-level bridge. From the beginning, Nonya and Jonathan sought to have a garden with a house, rather than a house with a garden as afterthought. “We established the footprint of the house with the purpose of saving the trees, which include two large magnolias, a camphor tree, an oak and a pecan tree,” says Nonya Grenader. Like many couples whose children have gone on to careers and college, Nonya and Jonathan were seeking to simplify when they decided to build their new home. Fortunately, the lot they were building on was located next door to the home the Grenader family had spent the past 23 years in. “We were ready to have fewer rooms and to edit our things in general,” says Nonya. Nonya’s architectural work and teachings are often focused on small to mid-size spaces that are efficient and flexible. “A small space can yield quite a bit of function,” she says. “Rooms that are designed to be flexible can serve many purposes.” Nonya primarily designs residential projects and says she feels fortunate to have worked with great clients. “I think of clients as a narraThe living room, situated at the front of the home, takes in the two grand magnolias that grace the sidewalk. The furniture is arranged for conversation, with a variety of seating choices that instantly communicates the room is a place where individuals and their ideas come together. Early modern pieces, such as an Eames Compact Sofa, tubular Brno chairs and a Nelson bench are grouped with older pairs of chairs, which were flea market finds. Jonathan and Nonya designed the iron and glass coffee table.
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tive—it’s how someone’s story influences a house. A house is very personal and the client adds as much as the architect.” Nonya maximized the space in her own home under the centrally located stairs by carving out a nice-sized pantry and computer nook. A shelf within the pantry serves as a cantilever for a bench in the entryway next to the stairs. THE ELEMENTS
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“Architects have always been mindful of sustainability—that’s a lot of what we do,” says Nonya. “For example, considering sun/shade exposures, taking advantage of breezes for ventilation and allowing for drainage are things that architects think about.” For their living space Nonya focused on maximizing the views of their trees, as well as cross-ventilation. All of the rooms feature wide views of the wooded lot and in consideration for keeping those trees nourished, the house sits on a pierand-beam foundation, so rainwater drenches the land, and doesn’t just run off to the street. The house is laid out with a linear concept to take advantage of the existing magnolia, camphor, oak and pecan trees. The entry and the kitchen feature Ram windows that stretch all the way to the 10-foot ceiling.
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The house employs various methods of passive sustainability. These include keeping the original mature trees, building roof overhangs to maximize shade, being conservative about exposure to afternoon sun, selecting windows with high R-values and aligning those windows for optimum cross ventilation. Utilizing a raised pier-and-beam foundation allows breezes to blow and rainfall to be absorbed by the earth below. The home is highly insulated and clad with durable materials, such as clay tile and Hardie siding. All of these measures result in lower energy bills, less maintenance and greater durability than average. Additionally, the garden area has no grass to mow, only jasmine and lots of permeable surface, so the ground can make use of water, especially during heavy rains. GOOD TO BE FLEXIBLE
“Our first step was to determine the amount of square footage we really needed,” says Nonya. “Architecture is often about editing and knowing what’s essential.”
Ease of entertaining was a priority in the kitchen. No-fuss Silestone countertops provide durable workspace, and a floor-to-ceiling hospital-style curtain can quickly hide the sink and cook top while guests linger after dinner. Bird houses by The Art Guys. Panoramic photo below kitchen window by Eric Hester. Pear photographs by Paige Kempner.
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The plan of the 1800-square-foot main house is essentially just four rooms: two over two with stairs in middle. Nonya designed every room, every inch, to be useful and multipurpose. On the first floor, the street-side magnolias embrace the living room, while the kitchen and dining room connect to the deck and dogtrot area via doorways and floor-to-ceiling windows. The second floor of the main house includes the master bedroom and bath, as well as a library that doubles as a guest room. A 700-square-foot, separate structure houses studio spaces for Nonya and Jonathan, who is a structural engineer. Nonya’s firstfloor studio lies just across the porch from the dining room, while Jonathan’s second-floor studio is set off from the master bedroom by a metal bridge. His studio also converts into a guest room. Nonya’s studio serves as an overflow dining room when the couple hosts large groups. STRENGTH OF THE TEAM
Jonathan often collaborates with Nonya on design projects. “A favorite thing of mine is seeing the exposed rafters of the roof,” says Jonathan. “I like seeing the structure at work.” Jonathan also praises Nonya’s talent for controlling the footprint, yet working in adequate space and function into a home. “I think other architects primarily think of the design and the The Grenaders’ home is designed to handle big groups for meetings and entertaining. For example, Nonya’s studio is just steps from the dining area of the kitchen. The studio offers ample space for resources and materials, and doubles as an overflow dining room when they are hosting a houseful.
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Flow from inside to outside was a central design goal for Nonya and Jonathan. The home embraces the natural beauty of the lot and the surrounding neighborhood. The raised pier-and-beam foundation and window placement take advantage of the prevailing breeze. The Grenaders enjoy the shadow play from the tree branches added atmosphere of the bamboo, Japanese maples and Asian jasmine.
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look of a house, but Nonya’s first priority is the pragmatics: how it will hold up in the rain, overhangs at windows and doors, those physical qualities that help a house hold up to the elements,” says Jonathan. Nonya says Jonathan was a very good client, giving her lots of helpful input. She also says she was pleased to work with Gary Inman of Mainland Construction. “Gary has a great understanding of trees and protecting root systems, like our magnolias,” says Nonya. “A house really is a team effort by the architect, homeowner, builder, landscaper and structural engineer,” says Nonya. “Often the contractor is an incredible resource. If you’re lucky enough to have a good team, then you really respect the collaboration and realize the advantages of that whole process.”
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Roberts advises homeowners to routinely rotate their rugs 180 degrees to even out traffic patterns. She also encourages using a rug pad—“Rugs tend to wear out first underneath. A rug pad will extend the life of your rug,” says Roberts. FORM & FUNCTION
Pleasing aesthetics isn’t the only benefit of rugs. There’s a practicality, too. “They absorb sound which is important with the trend toward hard surface flooring. They are versatile—you can take them with you when you move. In fact, you might have a rug that looks perfect in the den of your first home and works wonderfully in a bedroom in your second home,” Roberts points out. TODAY’S TRENDS
Geometric patterns in subtle hues lend a modern vibe to traditional furniture. Photo courtesy of Dazzling Décor Rugs & Accessories.
Because rugs are one of the few functional fixtures that can easily be changed out, rugs are a great way to express your personal style. Current trends offer an ever-broadening variety of rugs styles. Graphic patterns, such as geometric shapes in bold colors offer instant vibrancy. Think of overlapping circles or simple zigzags. A related and popular look includes patterns and textures from classic clothing styles, such as herringbone and stripes in crisp navy and white. Global looks and rugs that mimic animal hides are perennial favorites that can be found in trendy colors as well.
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Ask Before You Buy How does the rug feel to the touch? Run you hand on the surfaces and think about how the rug will feel to bare feet.
How durable is the finish? Are the edges neatly bound, stitched or left raw?
Are the materials natural or manmade? What kind of wear will the rug endure – high traffic from kids and pets or just occasional foot traffic? Will the rug be well-suited for those conditions?
What is your budget? What qualities of a rug are priorities? Which rug will fit those criteria and your price range? LEFT: Rubins Custom Rugs and Fine Carpet offers custom design and installation.
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Resources ABRAHAM’S ORIENTAL RUGS 2 locations 713.963.0980 CARPET 4 LESS 281.444.0411 DAVID ORIENTAL RUGS 713.266.7772 DAZZLING DÉCOR RUGS & ACCESSORIES 3003-1 Fondren 832.377.4665 Rober tscarpet.com FLOORING WAREHOUSE 713.943.3333 LONE STAR FLOORS 3 locations 281.564.1345
Cheerfully themed rugs from 828 International’s Accents Collection are available at Roberts Carpet & Fine Floors.
Artist Talia Donag created this rug for the Foreign Accents’ Festival Collection. They are hand-tufted in signature Favriel yarns. Available at The Great Rug Co.
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The transitional styling of Dalyn Rugs’ Berkeley collection feature hand-tufted, 100-percent wool construction. Available at Macy’s.
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