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8 Editorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Note 14 Calendar & After: Neutral Zone 18 Before Overwhelming floral wallpaper

Houston food blogger Alyce Eyster's remodeled kitchen features kitchen design and Brookhaven cabinets by Kitchen

a Dream 28 Designing Behind the scenes of a showcase house

42 Appliances for Entertaining The latest and greatest kitchen equipment for home gatherings

gives way to easygoing earth tones in a master bath

& Bath Concepts, Construction by Talmadge Hargraves, Silestone

52 Trade Secrets

62 Special Section:

countertops by ICM Marble &

Helpful tips from industry experts

Kitchen & Bath Planning Guide

Checklists to help keep you organized when planning a remodel

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ecember means holiday gatherings for many of us. Amid the pressure to boost the economy with our shopping efforts, formal parties and informal gatherings allow us a much needed pause. Spending time with the special people in our lives often means socializing at home or at someone else’s home. Whether planned or impromptu, hosting friends and family means our homes must maximize their performance level during the holiday season. Parties, overnight guests and friends stopping by to drop off gifts not only put our homes on display, but also puts them to the test, especially kitchens and bathrooms. That’s why we publish our annual Kitchen & Bath Issue in December. While you’ve been gathering friends and relatives, we’ve been assembling the latest ideas and insights for updating and improving the look and function of these workhorse rooms. Kitchens fulfill so many purposes in a home. Versatile and flexible, they serve not only as the hub for family meals, but also as a headquarters for comings and goings, as a workspace for homework and craft projects, and yet, can still turn on the charm for entertaining. This year’s Kitchen & Bath issue features expert design advice on designing your new space or remodeling your existing kitchen to best suit your needs and tastes. These days, many cooks desire a kitchen with the capacity for cooking and entertaining at the same time, which is why we’ve

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spotlighted the innovative appliances built for home chefs who love to cater to a crowd. Bathrooms are a big part of successful entertaining, too. From powder rooms to guest baths to a master truly accommodates two people getting dress at the same time, smart fixtures and floorplans make all the difference when you have a house full. As you celebrate the holidays at home, take the time to share memories with family and friends, but when you find yourself celebrating these moments in other people’s kitchens, be sure to take notes on what might work well in your own space! Cheers & happy holidays! Sandra Cook Editor scook@houseandhomeonline.com Like us on Facebook Twitter: @househomemag

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Celebrate the holidays at Bayou Bend with Yuletide: Holiday Time at Bayou Bend, continuing through Jan. 1. Bayou Bend, the American Decorative Arts Center for the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, is renowned for its annual Yuletide tradition featuring festive lights, decorations, candlelight tours and special room settings that bring historic American celebrations to life. This year, enjoy the revival of favorite holiday-themed rooms as you take this festive stroll through 250 years of history to experience how our Americans celebrated the holidays with family and friends. Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens is located at 6003 Memorial Drive at Westcott Street. Special Candlelight Tour hours are Thursdays through Fridays, 5 to 7 p.m. on and Dec. 7, 14 and 21. Admission is $7.50 for adults, $5 for students over age18 and seniors with ID; free for children 17 and under. Call ahead to make parking arrangements for visitors with disabilities. Information: www.mfah.org/bayoubend or 713.639.7750. The Heritage Society's 50th Annual Candlelight Tour at Sam Houston Park on Dec. 7-9 showcases 10 of Houston's oldest historic structures trimmed to perfection in traditional 19th century décor. At each of the structures, visitors are treated to a different type of family-friendly entertainment including everything from storytellers and re-enactors to local children's choirs. Children may also have their photo taken with Santa, play in the snow, enjoy a holiday story reading, and make crafts at Santa's Workshop. Hours are 6:30-9:30 p.m. Sam Houston Park is located at 1100 Bagby. Information: www.heritagesociety.org or 713.655.1912.

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Cunningham Development hosts an open house for its latest Showcase Home Dec. 1-2 and 8-9. The five bedroom home is located in the Hunters Creek subdivision Houston’s Memorial area at 318 Lindenwood Dr., Houston, TX 77024. Information: www.cunninghambuilding.com or 713.838.1212.

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GINGERBREAD COMPETITION Architecture Center Houston in partnership with Buffalo Bayou Partnership and C2 Creative hosts the 4th Annual Gingerbread Build-Off at City Hall's Hermann Square on Dec. 8. Over 20 competing teams will create their masterpieces using 100-percent edible materials. More than 3,000 spectators are expected to attend and cheer on the teams, play in the kids' construction zone, and see Santa. The free event also features Houston food trucks Its a Wrap, Ladybird, Monster PBJ, and Porch Swing Desserts. Following the Build-Off, winners and select competitors will be featured in a one week exhibition Dec. 10-14 at ArCH at 315 Capitol, Suite 120, in downtown Houston. Gallery hours are Monday through Thursday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Information: www.aiahouston.org.

ARTS MARKET The popular Heights First Saturday Arts Market host two arts fairs this month, with dozens of local artists and craftspeople showcasing their wares on Dec. 1 and 8. The Market takes place at 548 W. 19th St., just east of Shepherd. Information: 713.802.1213 or www.firstsaturdayartsmarket.com.

CLASSES Central Market Cooking School features classes throughout the month geared toward holiday celebrations. Cookies, cupcakes, wine and tamales are among the class topics. Learn more about the Mexican dish that has become a Texas holiday tradition with Nena Gonzalez’s class on Holiday Tamales, Dec. 8 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The class features four different tamale recipes, including green chili, spicy pork, bean and a dessert tamale. Cookbook author Julia Usher leads a delightful class on creating Ultimate Cookies, Dec. 11 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Additional classes include the Wine Workshop: Bubbles and Reds on Dec. 17 and Couples Cook: New Year’s Eve class on Dec. 31. Information: www.centralmarket.com or 713.993.9860.

The living room and new bar are now visible from the kitchen, making the entire space appear larger. A chalk board for daily meal plans and family reminders is attached to the front of a pull-out pantry door between the refrigerator and freezer. The island features a Silestone countertop with feather-mitered edges, a secondary sink and dishwasher and a large expanse of countertop with seatingâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;perfect for kids in the kitchen. 16

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A CULINARY KITCHEN…IT’S ABOUT THYME BY PEGGY MCGOWEN, ASID, CMKBD

hen CulinaryThymes.com website publisher Alyce Eyster was ready to redesign and remodel her kitchen, she called on her friends at Kitchen & Bath Concepts to assemble and lead a team of professionals to plan and produce her dream kitchen. KBC’s Micqui McGowen CMKBD, (Certified Master Kitchen & Bath Designer), worked with Eyster to design a space that eliminated the “jammed up” areas, resulting in a more efficient food and traffic flow, much more countertop space and better storage. Alyce’s culinary interests, both professional and personal, deserved an exceptional kitchen. A true “foodie”, she writes about food, teaches cooking, and loves cooking and entertaining at home, especially since the completion of the new kitchen. The redesigned kitchen is bigger, brighter and all-around better. The new floor plan is much more functional, and flows well for large or small groups, and especially for their active family of four, plus pets. Hard-working stainless steel pro-type appliances, two sinks, two dishwashers, ample storage space and large no-maintenance Silestone countertops all make this new kitchen a joy to work in. Simple lines of the BrookHaven cabinetry with slender chrome handles, combined with beautiful linear glass backsplash tiles create a calm transitional design statement for this modern kitchen in an established home. Kitchen & Bath Concepts’ approach to every project is a comfortable, collaborative process between client, designer, and the project team, where genuine listening occurs, ideas are shared, and plans are developed, combining experienced knowledge, expert craftsmanship, and beautiful materials. The project team includes the contractor, suppliers and other trades involved. This approach always generates the best results for the client and the most satisfaction for the team. Talmadge Hargraves was the general contractor for the Eyster kitchen. He has worked with KBC for over 20 years creating beautiful projects and happy clients. His scope of work includes new home construction, additions and major remodels. Talmadge says he “appreciates the level of design detail and professionalism of the KBC designers.” David Gardner, of ICM Marble & Granite provided fabrication and installation of Silestone countertops in the kitchen. David also has a long history of collaboration with Kitchen & Bath Concepts. ICM has been in the stone business over 25 years, has a full-service showroom, and also works with other countertop materials like the “Yukon” Silestone in Eyster’s kitchen. Brookhaven cabinets by Wood-Mode were designed and ordered by KBC for the kitchen and bar area in two contrasting finishes—painted white for the kitchen, with a dark “Java” stain on cherry for the bar area. Alyce loves the precision-quality construction and beautiful long-lasting finish of her factorymanufactured cabinets. Here’s what she says about the experience: “To say that we are thrilled with our new kitchen would be an understatement. The improved flow enhances cooking and entertaining and the kitchen certainly generates its share of wows. It is so satisfying to see the culmination of the efforts of many that went into this project. We are grateful to have worked with some amazing folks. And the final product is better than we ever could have imagined.”

Above: Designed with entertaining in mind, the new wet bar features a wine refrigerator, a beverage center and an ice machine. There are open shelves and glass-fronted cabinets for visible storage of glassware, and solid front cabinets for liquor storage, etc. Unique square cabinet hardware was added for a whimsical touch. Right: Open niches on each end of the bar and a shelf ledge at the back of the textured stainless steel countertop were designed for added detail and aesthetic appeal.

You can see a time-lapse photo sequence of Alyce’s kitchen remodel on www.culinarythymes.com. See more photos of this kitchen remodel at www.kitchen-concepts.com

PROJECT PARTNERS: Kitchen & Bath Concepts (KBC), 713-528-5575, www.kitchen-concepts.com Brookhaven Cabinets by Wood-Mode, www.wood-mode.com, Talmadge Hargraves, 713-524-4124 ICM Marble & Granite, 281-242-9009, www.icmmarble.com 17

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Neutral Zone Overwhelming floral wallpaper gives way to easygoing earth tones in a master bath BY JOETTA MOULDEN • PHOTOGRAPHY BY JANET LENZEN

Kathy Long called me after following my column in Houston House & Home. She thought my advice seemed practical. “Every day I walked into our master bath and thought, ‘I really don’t like this wallpaper.’ It was not a good way to start the day,” she smiled. “My husband lived in fear that he would come home one day and find me ripping off wallpaper or banging out floor tile,” she laughed.

TIP: Paint gives a lot of bang for the buck. “As long as we were confused, we did nothing,” she said. With three kids in out-of-state colleges Kathy and Michael also needed a master plan they could follow. She loved the visit because there were several small projects that she could quickly complete to freshen up her home. After our meeting, she had

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AFTER: The vanity knee space was enclosed and more functional drawers were added. Limestone countertops sport Kohler white sinks and brushed nickel faucets from faucetsdirect.com. The mirrors were framed with stock moldings and painted Sherwin Williams “Dover White” enamel, as was all the bath trim.

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AFTER: Larger neutral Daltile (Travata in Fresco Cream) coordinates with a patterned, mosaic tile border of mini-tumbled marble from Interceramic Tile. The new Sandy Creek limestone countertops, brushed nickel hardware and new frameless shower door brought the room up to date.

BEFORE: The owners disliked the dated dark green tile floors and tub surround, brass hardware and busy floral wallpaper in their master bath. The brass-framed shower door also dated the room.

comprehensive notes with exact measurements, products, contractors and a budget for the renovation. “I took your notes to the paint store to buy paint the same day,” she explained. “One of your suggestions that stays with me is the recommendation for good granite seams. Everywhere I now go I look at granite seams—I cannot help it!” TIP: In a slab house, if you don’t move bath drains, you can save a lot of money. The basic floor plan worked and the room just needed cosmetic updates. After interviewing contractors, Kathy hired Les Albin of Lacon Homes to do the work. She said that visualizing the finished look of the tile was difficult for her. “We went from an 8 x 8” floor tile to an 18 x 18” floor tile and a larger 13 x 13” tub surround tile. While you can lay a piece of tile down and get an idea, it is difficult to visualize how it will look. I decided just to trust your recommendations on the sizes and heights because I felt like we were on the same page right away and that you were able to articulate my concerns even though I was not able to communicate them very effectively!” Kathy explained. Kathy advised when undertaking a remodeling to be prepared for unexpected problems and modifications to the plan. She explained that when 20

the plumber removed the BEFORE shower’s P-trap it was clogged full of concrete. “He said he is not sure how it even drained!” Kathy said. She also said it is easy to say, ‘while we are at it, let’s do X, Y and Z’, which can blow a budget fast! TIP: Take control of your project and order everything in advance so every item you are responsible for is there when the contractor says he can start your project, Kathy says. “With our tile, we learned the hard way that items can be discontinued and promised delivery timelines don’t always happen, so don’t wait until the last moment,” she said. Items also can arrive broken so allow plenty of time to reorder or return, Kathy advised. Kathy said her friends and family are jealous of her bath and are inspired by the room’s simplicity. “Since we are keeping resale in mind, we knew it needed to be neutral but not boring. It is such a treat to walk into the bathroom each

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AFTER: The busy wallpaper was removed, and the freshly painted flat walls in Sherwin Williams “Wool Skein” coordinate with the new Sandy Creek limestone countertops from Olympus Marble & Granite and brushed nickel hardware in their master bath. The Amerock knobs were ordered from coolknobsandpulls.com.

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BEFORE: Busy wallpaper, cultured marble countertop with an integrated sink, dated brass towel bar and sink/vanity hardware and an unattractive wall mirror dated “his” vanity.

morning and to love not having green floor tile and wallpaper,” she explained. We love the accent tile, and the limestone vanity counters. The room is relaxing, not jarring. We like the neutrality of the bath and find it soothing,” she concluded. Joetta Moulden offers home makeovers using your own home furnishings to create the home you’ve always dreamed of. Joetta believes your pieces collected through the years reflect your personality and can be artfully arranged. Her ability to focus on your personal style and not let her own preferences influence the design of your home makes her unique. See more makeovers on her web site at www.shelterstyle.com, e-mail her at joetta@shelterstyle.com or call 713.461.2063. If an initial appointment or referral is booked by Nov. 30, a 10 percent first meeting discount will be given. Shelterstyle.com holds a "Pages of Happiness" rating and, for the fifth consecutive year, a “Super Service Award” presented to 5 percent of companies that achieve and maintain a superior rating on www.angieslist.com. 22

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Designing a Dream Home A local builder, architect and interior design firm team up on a stunning showcase house that quickly became a family home STORY BY SANDRA COOK PHOTOGRAPHY BY MIRO DVORSCAK

nyone who has driven along Memorial Drive west of Loop 610 has no doubt admired the lush canopy of native oaks and pines that covers this largely residential region of the city. Local builder and residential developer Chris Cunningham of Cunningham Development has built a multitude of custom homes in the Memorial area over the past three decades. Last year, Cunningham Development collaborated with architect Patrick Berrios of Patrick Berrios Designs to construct a new home with elements of traditional design that would blend well with the longestablished neighborhood. “I had previously designed a similar home in Hedwig Village a few years back and I decided I wanted to do a similar, but larger home on this property in Hunters Creek,” says Chris Cunningham, of Cunningham Developments. “That’s when I asked Patrick Berrios to design this house. We also took inspiration from homes in Aspen and Vail, Colorado.” Cunningham took this opportunity to bring in the latest and greatest features in one beautiful home. “We also emphasized energy efficiency throughout the design and build out,” says Cunningham. “This resulted in the home’s energy efficiency score beating the requirements for an Energy Star rating, meaning it is about 40 percent more efficient than average homes of this size and type.”

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Cunningham Development worked with Jane Page Design Group on this Memorial-area showcase home. The traditional architecture by Patrick Berrios Designs was given a classic, yet modern treatment by Laura Litton of JPDG. Here, the colorful abstract painting by LeeAnne Domangue provides a vibrant touch amongst the cool colors of the living room. 29

Cunningham turned to Jane Page Design Group to finish out the interiors, with JPDGâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Laura Litton taking the lead on developing an interior design that would appeal to a broad range of buyers. All of the design efforts of the builder, architect and interior design team culminated nicely, as the home, built as a showcase house, sold to a family moving to Houston from out-of-state even before it was opened to the public for touring. 30

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Designer Laura Litton joined the project after construction had begun, but helped the builder make subtle refinements that allowed the homeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s interiors to complement the architecture and enhance the overall aesthetics of the home. Since this was a new home that had been built in a well-established, older neighborhood, it was important to incorporate traditional elements both inside and out.

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Litton’s design approach for the entire house was to use a combination of old and new to yield a buyer-friendly home that would speak to people who prefer traditional, as well as those who are drawn to a more modern look. Most rooms feature a neutral palate, but include a variety of textures and materials for added visual interest. “We used antiques in almost every room, but the house doesn’t look old fashioned,” says Litton.

ABOVE: The front of the home features the formal dining room and the study. The paneling below the chair rail in the dining room complements the look of the fully paneled study. Richly hued artwork from Nolan Rankin Galleries stands out on the pale grey upper half of the walls. The antique English table and chairs are from Joyce Horn Antiques. OPPOSITE: In the study the traditional paneled walls are treated with a grey wash, rather than dark brown stain, for a more modern look. The ample windows bring in plenty of natural light to brighten up the dark wood and leather antique furniture.

“We’ve had many calls about the kitchen and master bath in this home from all types of people in all age ranges.” — LAURA LITTON, JANE PAGE DESIGN GROUP

In the breakfast room, French Bentwood chairs, a gate-leg table and a tapestry-backed bench provide a homey, traditional spot for coffee and casual meals. This inviting corner spot adds Old World comfort to the mostly white, kitchen, which features a blend of traditional shapes and styling in a modern color palette and current, but classic materials. Another technique Litton employed was to insert leaded glass into the allwhite kitchen cabinet doors. “While the design of the glasswork is simple and less ornate than antique leaded glass, it still lends and old-fashioned feel to the kitchen,” says Litton. In the living areas and bedrooms, lively, contemporary artwork brings a current vibe, without dominating the décor. “Designing a showcase home is fun, but challenging,” says Litton. “You get to be the client in a sense, and select the materials that you want, but you do have to fit the builder’s budget.” For this home Litton was excited to use the newly launched backsplash tile behind the cooktop and to be able to introduce local artist Leanne Domangue to everyone who viewed the home. The generous master suite includes a grand, well-appointed master bath,

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The same Sherwin Williams paint, SW7058 Magnetic Gray, covers many of the walls throughout the home. In the kitchen, Talila granite countertops from Omni Surfaces combine with Travertine tile on the vent hood and unique interlocking ceramic tile backsplash (both from Materials Marketing) to provide neutral color with visual texture. The traditional white cabinets feature simple, not-too-ornate leaded glass accents, while the stainless light fixtures help the appliances fit into the whole picture.

which features a linear layout that extends beneath a dramatic barrel ceiling. An elegant footed bathtub, surrounded by elegant detailing, serves as a focal point that draws the eye into the space. This bath not only includes his and her vanities, but also his and her toilets. A steam shower, two closets and an exercise room round out the features of the luxurious bath.

ABOVE: A large, covered outdoor entertaining area off the first-floor living areas extends the social environment outdoors. French pavers and rustic stone provide a backdrop with subtle color variation for the full summer kitchen, fireplace and multiple seating areas. OPPOSITE: In the breakfast nook, the antique table with bench and bentwood chairs sit atop a Matt Cameron Rug, perfect for lingering over the wrap-around views of the expansive back yard. The charming space also connects to the living room.

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Resources Builder: Cunningham Development, 713.838.1212

Architect: Patrick Berrios Designs, 713.771.6363

Interior Design: Laura Litton, Jane Page Design Group, 713.803.4999

Tile, granite & marble: Materials Marketing, 713.960.8601

Countertops: Talila Granite, and Carrar Arabescato, Omni Surfaces, 713.463.5000

Glass Tile: Thorntree Slate, 713.690.8200

Light fixtures and sconces: Visual Comfort and Lighting Inc.

Furniture: Vandrick James, upholstered chair Charlotte Nail Antiques, pair of antique chairs upholstered in Zebra print Joyce Horn Antiques, dining room furniture James Craig Antiques on Del Monte

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“When working with clients, they have specific design parameters that you must adhere to, along with their budget, so we work to balance the costs with the level of style impact for each room,” says Litton. In contrast, Litton says that working on a showcase home requires the designer to develop a home’s personality so it will be relatable to potential buyers and/or future clients. “We’ve had many calls about the kitchen and master bath in this home from all types of people in all age ranges,” says Litton. “It’s a great opportunity for a designer, because it 36

allows current and future clients to see what you can do.” Litton explains that one of the greatest skills designers have is the ability to visualize a finished project before it even exists, noting that designers can also save clients a lot of time and money with their knowledge. “Designers help clients avoid headaches, and often serve as a translator between the builder or architect and the homeowner,” says Litton. “Another major role is to help couples with individual tastes successfully marry their styles together. It’s a very personal process and we view it as a privilege.”

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ABOVE: The generously sized master suite features a wood plank ceiling with wooden beams to lend a coziness to the large room. A similar effect is delivered by the fireplace, with the form of the chimney giving a visual anchor for the ceiling height (see page 38). Lighting from Visual Comfor t and ar twork from Nolan Rankin Galleries and LeeAnne Domangue provide a cheer ful dose of color.

OPPOSITE: The master bath features white Carrara marble, which is quite popular now, but is a timeless choice. While the entire bathroom is mostly white, a variety of shapes and textures in the materials provide a distinctive look. Aqua glass tile accentuates the bathtub surround, and the floor, where the glass tiles frame mosaic tiles for a rug-like effect. Traditional touches include the lighting from Lighting Inc., vanities made with custom legs and matching marble countertops.

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or holiday experiences that are close to home, but feel a world away from the everyday routine, nearby Galveston offers a colorful spectrum of holiday-themed events for all ages. Galveston Island’s ongoing Passport to Holiday Magic promotion highlights more than 1,000 holiday events. Through Galveston.com visitors can download a special passport designed for keeping track of the island’s holiday festivities. Acquiring five or more stamps from participating holiday events and attractions allows visitors to enter weekly giveaway drawings, including a chance to win a Disney Magic cruise for four.

A brief sampling of holiday events includes: THROUGH DEC. 31 Evenings at Saengerfest Park feature the new holiday spectacle Lasers, Lights and Magic in the Park. Plus, on Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 5 p.m., Santa on The Strand offers photos in Santa’s Workshop. The Grand 1894 Opera House has a jam-packed lineup of live shows throughout December that will put you in the holiday spirit. www.thegrand.com. DEC. 6-8, AND DEC. 13-JAN. 5. Moody Gardens’ vast Festival of Lights debuts a snow tubing experience that features a ride down a 100-foot ice slide in addition to the festival’s mile-long trail of 100 lighted scenes set to music. www.moodygardens.org.

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DEC. 21 The Eggnog Jog is a free, family-style 5K fun run and walk from 6 p.m. to midnight through the holiday lights of the East End Historical District. After the run, enjoy eggnog, punch and other refreshments at the Fit to Run store. 409.539.5150. DEC. 23 Adrenaline Sports Management hosts the first annual Santa Hustle, with thousands of Santas running across Galveston in half marathon and 5K races. Event participants receive a Santa suit long sleeve t-shirt, a free Santa hat and beard to wear while running. www.santahustle.com.

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Appliances for ENTERTAINING Get more out of hosting friends and family for sit-down dinners or appetizer spreads with the latest and greatest equipment

As more and more home cooks embrace their inner celebrity chef, catalogs and websites fill our heads with visions of countertop dynamos and innovative major appliances designed to maximize food storage, prep, cooking and clean up. Whether it’s the holiday season or any festive occasion having appliances that are well-suited to your cooking needs can help home chefs do more, serve more and relish the whole process.

ABOVE: Get a jump on clean up without alarming guests with loud noises. Bosch dishwashers are consistently ranked as the quietest available. Available at Pacific Kitchen & Home.

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KEEP COOL It seems that the centerpiece in every “dream kitchen” featured in magazines, sweepstakes emails and home renovation shows is a gleaming stainless steel refrigerator. A stainless exterior is one thing, but it’s what’s inside that makes a cook’s dreams come true. Top things to consider are the amount of space for a refrigerator in your kitchen, the appliance’s capacity, and, of course, your budget. Recent innovations include movable shelves and bins, space-efficient racks for bottles and cans and alarms that sound when doors are left open. Also important to note is the unit’s energy efficiency, because refrigerators are on all day and night.

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ABOVE & BELOW: The GE Café double oven allows home cooks the versatility and convenience that comes with preparing lots of food simultaneously. Double-oven chefs can prepare an elegant five-course meal all at once, feed a large party, cook a week’s worth of meals in one day, or easily satisfy multiple tastes and diet requirements in one sitting. ABOVE RIGHT: Miele’s built-in coffee systems allows your guests to enjoy the perfect cup of coffee at the push of a button. It grinds whole bean coffee or you can choose the Nespresso capsule system.

Refrigerator drawers are a great option for homeowners who do a lot of entertaining. These are handy for stocking with beverages for parties and get togethers. Under-counter icemakers are also practical when you’re serving a high volume of drinks. Wine enthusiasts relish having their whites and reds chilled appropriately. Gourmet cooks can usually find space for a small 8-12-bottle unit or carve out a spot for a 30-100-plus unit. As with a standard refrigerator, look for a unit that fits your space, holds the capacity of bottles you desire and fits your budget. Also consider convenient features, such as dual zones for whites and reds, pull-out shelves and tempered glass doors. HOT STUFF Feeding the masses in your home requires ample cooking capacity. Whether you choose a separate cooktop or a traditional range, look for a large capacity cooktop with 5, 6 or even 8 burners to turn out multiple dishes at once. Keep in mind that smooth-surface electric cooktop clean up quickly and easily, but if you gotta have gas, look for one with an all-in-one grate that lifts with just one motion for faster clean up than with individual

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CLEANING UP After all the fun and fabulous flavors have been shared, the dishes must be dealt with. The average dishwasher with a standard-size interior tub fits about 12 five-piece place settings. If you entertain large groups frequently, consider a dishwasher (or two) with an extra-tall tub, which typically does about 14 place settings and can easily handle large stockpots, vases, and cookie sheets.

FAR LEFT: ASKO manufacturers extra-tall tub dishwashers with TouchProof stainless steel which has a thin clear coating that repels smudges from its surfaces. It does not in any way change the look of the steel itself, so it fits in perfectly with any existing stainless appliances. LEFT: GE’s Hybrid Stainless Steel dishwasher makes loading silverware and small items easy with two baskets and dedicated silverware jets. It also affords the convenience of washing dishes and silverware in just the upper or lower rack.

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Experts Help You Make Sense of a Kitchen Makeover Anyone who’s renovated or remodeled knows that the process is often lengthy and complex. Contractors. Blueprints. Decisions. And if you’re remodeling a kitchen, the experience can be even more frustrating; if you remodel a bathroom, you likely have another one you can use in the meantime. Remodeling a kitchen however, can take yours out of commission, creating havoc and stress. HIRING A KITCHEN DESIGNER Experts in kitchen design offer their advice and share their experience on how to make the process as painless as possible, putting you into a new space with minimal construction headaches. Ric Trahan of Shelf Genie and Cabinet Cures, suggests thinking about your space and what you want it to do. It’s not just about having a kitchen with all the usual appliances and amenities. It’s about having a space that functions as optimally as possible. “When you tell us how you use your kitchen, we can help you minimize the frustration of a remodel,” Trahan says. “We want to understand where you keep things, how you reach for things, so we can be sure we’re designing your space to be as accessible as possible.” In addition to working with customers who may want their kitchens made over to accommodate physical handicaps, Trahan says he and his team also help people think about things like how they might be bending over to get this or that cooking accessory or reaching overhead to grab something else. He says it’s important to consider where you keep the most-used items in your kitchen, so he and his team can design pullout shelves or enhance your cabinets to create an optimal experience. “We help people think through the way they use their kitchen,” he says. ABOVE: Cabinet Innovations selected Southern Reserve cabinetry by Woodmode for this transitional style kitchen. CENTER: The European styling of Poggenpohl’s +MODO kitchen cabinets perfectly compliments contemporary architecture. LEFT: Silestone countertops from Cosentino afford a streamlined design to modern kitchens.

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Innovations, which creates custom cabinets. “We understand where the pitfalls to a project can be, and we work with you to avoid them,” she says. “When you’re dealing with home remodeling, every mistake you make costs money.” Calvin says she works with clients to discover what they want in their remodel. Maybe it’s something as simple as revamping outdated cabinet facings. Or, it might be something more complex, like building custom cabinets and spaces that are a total re-do of the existing space. She encourages would-be remodelers to meet with designers, to look at photos and share their ideas of what they need, noting that sometimes it takes several meetings to discover the right look and the right game plan to make it happen. “It’s important to explore all your options, from layout to functionality, even to price and accoutrements,” says John Johnston of Designer Kitchens, who started out as a cabinetmaker and has grown his business to include custom cabinetry and custom kitchen design. “We want to ensure our clients never look at a finished project and say, ‘Oh, I wish I’d done fillin-the-blank, instead.’” To that end, Johnston works with clients to determine the scale of a particular project, and sets us meetings to show them what they should expect from their design concepts and how to make those into reality. He emphasizes that even he uses experts to help with the pieces of the project he doesn’t do, like interior design, or sourcing the appliances you want. But before he gets to that point, he wants you to be able to look at design plans and say, “Yes, this is my perfect kitchen.” “That’s when we know we’ve finished the design process, and we can start helping you implement it,” he says. “Your kitchen is such a valuable piece of real estate in your home,” says Trahan. “And experts can truly help you maximize that space to its fullest potential, whether it’s putting drawers closer to the stove so you have easy access to cooking utensils or finding better storage for things like waffle irons or mixers that you only use every once in a while.” ASK QUESTIONS All the experts emphasize that you have every right to ask questions about the process and about what you want. “You should always ask to see someone’s work,” says Rick Davis of DC Kitchen and Bath. “Whether you’re asking for photos of past projects or visiting their showroom to see how they’re working and what they’re making.” That helps you determine if their style and yours are a good fit. Davis says he also asks a lot of questions of his clients, helping them to consider the sorts of materials they might want to use, from the color stain they may like on a cabinet to whether they

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might prefer granite or soft stone for counter tops. That kind of communication helps both designers and clients understand the expectations of the other, and can smooth the process of a remodel. Above all, though, our experts emphasize that you can have a good time, if you don’t try to go it alone. “It really doesn’t have to be a nightmare,” emphasizes Calvin. “You really can enjoy the process.”

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WORKBOOK Good planning makes for a great kitchen or bath. Take the time to decide what you want, hire a professional who has experience and training in kitchen and bath design, determine a budget and go for it. Use this workbook to help narrow your choices, and then give it to your designer or contractor so they can help you turn your dreams and ideas into reality.

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DECIDE YOUR GOALS Why do you want to remodel your home? Number your reasons in order of importance, with 1 being most important, 13 being least. I need more space for storage I have plenty of space but it’s inefficiently arranged. I need more lighting/windows. I’ve never liked my countertops and want new ones. A major appliance/fixture is broken, so I may as well go ahead and redo the whole room. My family is growing with more children/grandchildren and I want space for them. The flooring is cracked/warped/peeling, and I need a new floor. My health status has changed, and I need everything more accessible. l have pets and want a place to feed them and keep their pet food handy. I need more wiring for electrical appliances. I’m a techie and would like my kitchen to accomodate my electronics and digital devices. It looks dated, I’m tired of it, and I simply want to change the look of the room. Other reason: _______________ What, if anything, would you like to keep? Number items in order of importance with 1 being most important, 8 being least. color of the walls appliances cabinetry lighting floors sink furniture, such as an heirloom table or chairs the vintage or period look of the room so it complements the rest of the house THINK OF THE FUTURE How long do you plan to live in your house? Check one. Less than a year. I’m remodeling for resale. 2 to 5 years. Then I plan to move and/or upgrade to a new larger house. 6 to 20 years. Then I may downsize to a condo or high-rise. 20-plus years. I don’t plan to move from this house. SET YOUR BUDGET What’s the total amount you are willing to spend? Check one. Under $10,000 $10,000 - $50,000 $50,000 - $100,000 $100,000 or more Once you’ve set a budget, ask your designer or contractor for a realistic estimate of how much the remodel might cost. Determine your priorities so you know where to spend your money. What are your must-haves in the room? What can you live without? If you’re seeking a home equity loan for the remodel, don’t close on the loan until you know how much the entire project is going to cost.

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KITCHEN+BATH Planning Guide APPLIANCES Cooktop Gas Electric Halogen Induction Combination Oven Gas Electric Convection Combination Other ______________________ Range Gas Electric Convection Halogen Induction Combo Slide-in Drop-in Ventilated Unit Microwave model _________________________________________________________________________________________ Elkay kitchen faucets offer smart touch technology.

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Want to remodel existing cabinets new cabinet doors paint existing cabinet doors stain or wash wood of existing cabinet doors Color_______________________________________________________________________________________________ Finish ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Hardware ___________________________________________________________________________

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SPECIALTY ITEMS Baking center Beverage center with undercounter fridge Appliance garage Coffee center w/ espresso machine Ice maker Purified water dispenser Updraft hood Downdraft hood Pet food storage Flat-screen TV Desk with computer/ internet/charging station Describe your dream kitchen in 25 words or less: ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________

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Check one: Your style: Traditional Modern Transitional Eclectic Bathing habits: Daily shower only Daily shower, occasional bath Daily bath only Daily bath, occasional shower Cabinets Want all new cabinetry Cabinet line______________________________________________________________________ Cabinet style _______________________________________________________________ Color ______________________________________________________________________________________________ Finish _____________________________________________________________________________________________ Hardware _____________________________________________________________________________ Want to remodel existing cabinets new cabinet doors paint existing cabinet doors stain or wash wood of existing cabinet doors Color_________________________________________________________________________________________________

Fixtures/Fittings SINK Single bowl Double bowl Triple bowl Lavatory Pedestal Vessel Ceramic Stainless steel Cast iron Other material Faucet #1 style _______________________________________ Faucet #2 style _______________________________________ Toilet model _______________________________________ Bidet model _______________________________________ Tub model & fixtures _______________________________________ Shower model & fixtures _______________________________________ Whirlpool/spa model & fixtures _______________________________________

Safety Features Grab Bars Temperature Control Valves other ________________________________ Washer and dryer yes no Vanity Countertops Wood Granite Marble Quartz Laminate Concrete Solid surface Tile Recycled materials Flooring Wood Tile (ceramic) Vinyl Carpet Marble Concrete Other Lighting General Incandescent Fluorescent Halogen Task Incandescent Fluorescent Halogen

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