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December 2013
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Kitchen & Bath Planning Guide What A Kitchen Guru Likes About Her Own Cooking Space
Decorated for Christmas A Rice Village Couple Invites Us Inside
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Bryan Thompson Custom Homes
features 28 Kitchen Designer 34 Bath Planner 38 Kitchen Planner
She shares what she likes best in her own space
Things to know when remodeling or constructing a bathroom
The eight steps of planning a kitchen, remodeling costs and tips from the pros.
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Editor’s Note Calendar Tastemaker: Kelly Gale Amen Before & After: Traditional master bath From the Garden: Plants for bathrooms Editor’s Picks: Fab finds Pet of the Month: Pearl
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Holiday Wonderland Rice Village family decks the halls – and every other room with whimsical decorations.
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EDITOR’S NOTE This year is ending on a high note for Houston.
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In September, Forbes – the magazine business leaders look to for reliable business news and financial information – elevated our wonderful city from being the “coolest place to live” (as stated in 2012), to becoming “America’s Next Great Global City” – within the decade. In between all this praise from Forbes came more; this is just a sampling found on the Greater Houston Partnership Web site: * “Best Domestic Airport” – Executive Travel * “Best Hospital for Cancer (MD Anderson)” – U.S. News & World Report * “Best Texas Cities for Young Families (The Woodlands)” – NerdWallet * “Best City in America” – Business Insider * “Best City for Your Career” – Payscale.com * “Best Quality of Life (Rice University)” – Princeton Review As a testament to all these “bests,” just look around. The city is flourishing. Housing construction is booming. Here at Houston House & Home, we’re pleased to be part of this exciting growth period, offering access to the most comprehensive
listing of remodelers, builders, development companies, designers, furniture and accessory providers and more. This month we’re celebrating the holidays by visiting a family who values traditions, giving you a glimpse into their decorated home. Additionally, we’re providing pages filled with tips and guidelines for remodeling or constructing a kitchen and/or bath in 2014 – and beyond. A bath redo and a visit into a kitchen designer’s own space offer inspiration. As a final note, check out our Calendar on page 14 for holiday home tours and fun activities in and near Houston. Here’s to wishing you and yours a safe, healthy and prosperous New Year. Warmly, Susan (& Sam)
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Holiday times at Bayou Bend -- decorated through January 1, 2014.
Museum Events & Art Enjoy the holiday home tour at the Rienzi, the Museum of Fine Arts’ house museum featuring European decorative arts at 1406 Kirby. Music, holiday goodies and eggnog. Admission for MFAH members: $15, and $20 for non-members. Info: mfah.org Bayou Bend, renowned for its annual Yuletide tradition featuring festive lights, decorations and holiday room settings, bring Early American celebrations to life between now and January 1, 2014. “Yuletide: Holiday Time at Bayou Bend” is a festive stroll through 250 years of history to see how previous generations celebrated with family and friends. This year, the exhibition features a room dedicated to Early American children’s toys and vignettes of opulence that celebrate the 1830s, a time when the United States was beginning its climb to wealth and power. Info: www.mfah.org Soar above the Holy Land and explore one of the oldest and most mythic cities in the world. In Jerusalem, IMAX 3-D, the ancient city is placed front and center. Traverse a land considered holy to the three major Abrahamic religions: Judaism, Christianity and Islam. Tuesday, December 10, at 6 p.m. – The Houston Museum of Natural Science (www.hmns.org). It’s time for a true holiday favorite: the Houston Ballet’s “Nutcracker.” From now until December 29. Follow Clara on her 14 house& home | December 2013 | www.houseandhomeonline. com
journey from a family party to the Land of the Sweets. In the Brown Theater at The Wortham Theater Center, 501 Texas. Info: www.houstonballet.org C2Art Advisors will host a month-long pop-up exhibit featuring works from New Orleans-based Octavia Art Gallery (www.octaviaartgallery.com). Works from renowned contemporary and newly emerging artists will be on display between now and December 21, at 3637 West Alabama, Suite 490, in Houston.
Holiday Tours & Happenings The Mayor’s Holiday Celebration and Tree Lighting by Reliant is December 6, at City Hall, 6 p.m. Entertainment, Santa and fireworks by Southwest Airlines. Info: www.houstontx.org Polish those candy canes, sharpen your cooking utensils and slip, cut and sweetly bedazzle your way to winning this year’s Grand Prix de Show! Architects, designers, students, fanatics, doctors, lawyers and You are invited to compete in this year’s “Gingerbread Buildoff” on December 14. Presented by Architecture Center Houston, the event is at the ArCH office downtown at 315 Capitol, Suite 120. Check in is 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Gingerbread exhibits on display from December 16-22. Info: 713-520-0155
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On the Kemah Boardwalk, watch as 100-plus decorated boatssail by on December 14. It’s the Annual Christmas Boat Lane Parade. On December 31, ring in the New Year family style – with music and fireworks. Info: www.kemahboardwalk.com In Bellaire, it’s “Holiday in the Park” at the Bellaire Town Square. Lots of snow forecast – enough, in fact, for a snow slide. Family fun. Music from local choirs, Food. Info: 713662-8280
In Galveston The East End Historical District hosts “A Victorian Christmas,” on December 6, from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Four homes will be decorated for the holidays and open for public touring. Tickets cost $15 and are available at The Grand Opera House. Info.: www.eastendhistoricaldistrict.org Ready to celebrate something delicious? Galveston.com & Company’s third annual Galveston Restaurant Week is January 12- 25. The week’s festivities brings the island’s vibrant food scene to life. The participating eateries are giving back . . . to the Galveston County Food Bank during this week-long event. Info: www.galvestonrestaurantweek.com
The annual boat parade out of Kemah takes place on December 14. (Photo courtesy of the Bay Area Houston Convention and Visitors Bureau.)
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Photos by Sergio Santos Photograpy. Floral arrangements by Aubrey Sellers. Film of KGA interiors www.kga.net by Buk Films, David Bukstein.
Kelly Gale Amen, on his triple bench, at Bush Intercontinental Airport.
Interior Designer Kelly Gale Amen exudes a contagious “joie de vivre” that lives within him, surfaces in his humor and abounds in plenty with his original, creative and functional furniture designs. If you’ve lived in Houston without knowing this name, then you are in for a visual treat. Country living with client’s metal collections.
Furniture Layers An interview with KGA
What or where was the starting point in designing furniture? In 1990, I wanted to create the perfect bench – one that would last forever. This was the triple bench with the stone top. Cast in bronze and layered with Texas fossil stone. In addition to interior design, was furniture designing something that always called to you? The furniture was a natural extension. I once believed that home design would humor me forever. That being said, it has . . . but the additional creative energy derived from functional art furniture has opened up another layer of possibilites within my design offerings, as well as client spaces. 16 house& home | December 2013 | www.houseandhomeonline. com
Tell me about some of your first pieces and how your line has evolved? The first piece of KGA Functional Art was the triple bronze bench. The piece forges together its pieces using dovetail and dowel connects. Today, the collection is available in wood, resin, glass, stone and metals of choice. Tell me about your latest piece? The latest is the settee. It has my signature square knee and tapered legs – and the added ingredient of luxurious upholstery for comfort. Was there any past or present furniture designer who inspired you, or whom you admire? I love the simplicity of Shaker furniture, as well as those pieces capturing both Greek and Egyptian influences. History is the test of time – and it also inspires future possibilities.
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What are our goals with furniture designing? Furniture – clearer the craft and product – for me is a functional application of beauty. The less is more philosophy comes into play here. Do you name your pieces? No not really. I have used historical references to name some pillow creations however. What materials do you favor? Metal. My choice is bronze followed up with aluminum. These metals live well and long – and they can handle any abuse nature might wield. How hands-on are you? My involvement in the process begins with conception, which I then follow to culmination. I am there from the time it’s sketched to the time it becomes a structural drawing. We also go through an approval and quality check period – before it advances to the final stage. I love being part of every needed facet. It’s very satisfying and rewarding to say the least. Are some of your pieces on display at public places? The collection has grown and moved around. You can find pieces here in Houston at the Museum of Natural Science, the Looscan Library, McKee Street Park, the Lanier Building, Bush International Airport, the Jewish Community Center, NASA and more. Oklahoma shares in its state’s art collection the 1898 Weatherford Bench, as does The American Embassy in Moscow, Lady Bird Johnson’s Wildflower Center, the executive offices of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, the Ask Peace Foundation, the Zina Garrison Foundation and the Orel Foundation. KGA Aluminum Table surrounded by animal illusions. 18 house& home | December 2013 | www.houseandhomeonline. com
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Can anyone contact you about design? I welcome questions and all discussions related to creating a functional art piece. It is about embracing the idea that what some see as “ordinary” can become something more . . . something that is interesting, pleasing and quite personal. What country has inspired you the most and in what way? I love Kashmir, India. My travels there began in the early ‘70s, and I have just returned from this valley of beauty with more energy than ever.
Getting Personal What can you not live without? White shirts. I have a collection of usable shirts that I wear on a daily basis. I also have a collection of beautiful dressy shirts – white and starched. And vests. I love vests. What is your personal style when it comes to furniture? Comfort and function. No more, no less. Where are you originally from? Born and raised in Western Oklahoma in the flat lands. There is nothing more beautiful than the skies seen in this part of the country. Where did you study? I have a BA from the University of Oklahoma. How long have you been in business, and where did you begin? My journey began in 1972 in Houston, at the design stall at Foley’s. Then I opened my own doors in 1974. Juxtaposition of soft florals on metal -- at the KGA loft.
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BEFORE & AFTER
AFTER: The wallpaper was removed and walls were painted Benjamin Moore’s “Wheeling Neutral” to coordinate with new floor and shower tile from Emser Tile. To update the bath look, a storage tower and drawers were added to the makeup vanity area along with new lighting from Homeclick.com, in addition to mirrors from Pottery Barn. The countertop was raised and replaced with Dark Emperador marble from John Blair with Clearwater Builders Inc. 22 house& home | December 2013 | www.houseandhomeonline. com
BEFORE: Dated floral wallpaper, a furred down wall, a large mirror, the color beige, too-low counters with integrated shell sinks, lack of storage, dated brass hardware, and a makeup vanity area with Hollywood lighting . . . all helped make the sink wall of this bathroom drab and old looking.
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Denise Seale contacted me about her dated master bath because she wanted more storage space and knew I would work within her budget. “Because I had seen your articles in Houston House and Home, and Pat and I had worked with you before, we felt comfortable starting the project knowing in the end it would be what we wanted – plus the extra storage,” she says. Denise was in a quandary about what color to paint the wallpaper-less bath walls. “I kept looking at different tiles, trying to imagine how it would all go together. I was having a difficult time starting
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the project. I wanted something neutral, clean and fresh, but not “blah,” explains Denise. “You selected ‘Wheeling Neutral’ paint by Benjamin Moore, which is perfect with the new 18x18-inch square Emser Tile flooring (set on the diagonal). The color is also perfect with the dark brown Emperador marble countertops you suggested and the new lighting. “New polished nickel pulls and knobs were added at your suggestion,” says Denise. TIP: Think of new kitchen hardware as the “jewelry” for your cabinets. What Denise likes most about her refreshed bath is having extra storage, which previously was “sorely lacking.” “The hole in the vanity was such wasted space,” Denise explains. She loves the storage tower on the bath counter and the larger shower niche
BEFORE AFTER: Window trim and concealed storage were added, and a matching shutter (to the bedroom) replaced the mini blind and valance. A new, polished nickel toilet paper holder was moved to the wall opposite the window.
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BEFORE: No or little window trim, coordinated dated floral wallpaper, an aged mini blind and valance, concealed storage above toilet, and an ugly toilet paper holder ruined the look of the bath.
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AFTER: The tub was removed, the leak repaired, Emser Tile installed, new Kohler polished-nickel shower fixtures from Clearwater Builders Inc. were added, in addition to a frameless Shower Guard glass surround.
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for shampoo bottles opposite her shower controls. She also has fallen in love with the existing storage cabinet’s top shelf now that it is taller – an easy fix once the furred down wall was removed over the sinks –and the extra concealed storage cabinet over the toilet.) What have friends and family said of the updates? “They love the fresh, modern look—the lightness and organization of the bath now,” Denise says. “I knew you would guide me in my selections since I had worked with you before. You are very direct but tactful in expressing your opinions. It made our job of choosing from the many available products – not to mention workmen (such as John Blair with Clearwater Builders Inc.) – easier. I would definitely recommend seeking professional design help, even if it’s just to get you moving in the right direction,” Denise says. TIP: If you are planning to stay in the house after the bath remodel, make sure your new bath fits your storage and design needs. “ I really didn’t have a hard time visualizing any of your suggestions, since I had looked at pictures of bathrooms for years – planning what we wanted for our own bath,” she adds.
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There are two heating shelves above the Wolf range where McGowen places pancakes and other foods.
Like so many living in nearby coastal areas, Peggy McGowan found her bay-front home virtually destroyed five years ago by Hurricane Ike, the most costly storm ever to hit Texas. So many treasured antiques and long-held family memorabilia were suddenly gone. Despite it all, the kitchen designer began almost immediately cooking up a recovery plan. “There was 3-feet of water and a lot of debris – even on the ceiling, because of the wave action inside our house,” she says of her permanent home and beloved retreat, which looks out at the Galveston Bay. Rebuilding as a result of an unexpected catastrophe is never easy. But the “kitchen queen” – founder of Kitchen & Bath Concepts in Houston – certainly had the knowhow to get things done. McGowen stepped in and focused on improving the functionality of her own cooking space, leaving the kitchen footprint the same.
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PEGGY MCGOWEN’S KITCHEN FAVORITES: • Her Aerolatte milk frother. • The water sensor pedal at her sink. • The warming shelf above her Wolf range. • Her plumbed-in BrewMatic coffee machine.
The U-shaped kitchen accommodates several cooks at once. The McGowens use the portable butcher block table to transport food items to the outdoor grill or other parts of the house.
“We got all-new everything,”she says. Previously, her kitchen was outfitted with a side-by-side refrigerator. Feeling like she was always “fighting with the doors,” McGowen went with a 36-inch stainless steel SubZero left-swing door fridge with a bottom freezer drawer. “I didn’t go back to a warming oven either,” says McGowen. She opted for a warming shelf that sits above her Wolf range, which is by the same manufacturer. It better suits her needs. While the range includes an oven, McGowen uses the wall oven for daily use, mainly because it requires no back bending efforts to place or retrieve heavy baking dishes or roasting pans. Situated just above it is her microwave. From the main sink she enjoys a view of the bay. On weekends, the 30 house& home | December 2013 | www.houseandhomeonline. com
horizon is dotted with sail boats. And farther north, she sees the ships that come through the Ship Channel. She chose to mirror her backsplash so family and guests who sit at the raised granite-topped eating bar can enjoy a more panoramic water view. One of McGowen’s hard-fast rules that she shares with every client who enters her shop is that “everything should come to you. You shouldn’t have to bend or get down on the floor to get something.” Therefore, all cabinet drawers slide fully outward, and she has a turn-out system in each of two “dead corners.” Convenience is what makes this kitchen especially attractive. McGowen added a foot lever at the bottom of her sink cabinet, which turns on the faucet with the tap of her foot. She says manufacturers now
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Peggy McGowen’s Shrimp and Garlic Sauce Serves 8 1 cup butter (2 sticks) 1/4 cup black (or mixed) pepper, coarse grind 1/4 cup olive oil 1 teaspoon rosemary (more if fresh) 6 large garlic cloves – chopped 2 teaspoons sea salt 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire 2 Tablespoons chopped parsley or cilantro for garnish 2 teaspoons Tabasco 4 pounds large, deveined, unpeeled Bay Shrimp Juice of 2 large lemons 2 more lemons, sliced or cut in wedges for garnish Clean and devein shrimp. Combine all ingredients (except shrimp) in baking pan. Place in oven to melt and heat until bubbly. Remove pan from oven and stir in shrimp. Stir well to get sauce on all shrimp. Bake at 400 degrees for 15 minutes, or until shrimp turn pink, stirring one or two times while cooking. Serve with linguine (or other pasta), crusty French bread and a salad. Must do: Dip French bread in shrimpy garlic sauce and devour (but not for folks who won’t get their hands messy)! Note: You can use peeled shrimp if preferred, and pour shrimp and sauce over pasta to serve. 32 house& home | December 2013 | www.houseandhomeonline. com
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When Remodeling or Constructing a Bathroom THE TIMEFRAME According to the NKBA, simple improvements should take approximately four to six weeks. A full-scale remodel could require six to eight months to finish. Unexpected delays can occur, too, if structural deficiencies are found along the way, which will likely change the cost. In the bath, there can be hidden water damage that might need attention. Communication is key, especially if the bath needs to be completed by a certain time. “Homeowners always underestimate the length of time the remodeling process should take. And change orders add to the process,” says Ken Bowman at Masonry & Glass Systems. Again, another reason for engaging the services of a professional who can oversee the project. If not, the resounding advice is to interview three to five remodelers. “You should find that one (remodeler/builder) who makes you comfortable, and who will respect your privacy and property,” explains Bowman.
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The complexities of plumbing and the need for multiple contractors to work together in a small space creates challenges for anyone remodeling or constructing a bathroom. As a result, baths can on a cost-per-square foot basis be an expensive venture. According to the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA), installation costs generally run about 20 percent of the overall budget. Additional top budget considerations breakout this way: Cabinetry and hardware account for 16 percent of the total investment, fixtures make a 15 percent dent, and faucets and plumbing take about 14 percent of the grand tally. Hiring a certified bathroom designer may sound like a luxury, but he/she may be able to save you money in the long run. A bathroom is a space that just requires a toilet, shower, bathtub and vanity, right? Think again. The considerations rival the kitchen in terms of what needs to be addressed (see “finalizing choices” on page 36). 34 house& home | December 2013 | www.houseandhomeonline. com
WHAT’S TRENDING “The majority of master bath remodels that I see involve removing a small shower and an unused tub – and replacing them with a large doorless shower with two shower heads. My favorite trend is using glass blocks for the doorless shower, plus replacing the builder grade window with the same translucent blocks, which really brighten up the space,” says Bowman. Converting the tub to a shower is a big trend, agrees Jim Nowlin, president of the Remodelers Council of the Greater Houston Builders Association. “People are completely gutting and remodeling their bathrooms, adding larger showers, heavy glass enclosures and new cabinetry,” he says. “Instead of plain-Jane tile, homeowners are choosing decorative tile work with mosaic patterns.” “Luxury items, like overhead shower heads or rain showers are high on the list as well,” says Gonzolo Garcia at JRG Builder & Remodelers and vice-president of the Remodelers Council. HEALTH CONSIDERATIONS Not everyone thinks how bathrooms contribute to his or her overall well-being. But they can, according to the NKBA. *Proper ventilation removes humidity, which can contribute
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Tub Faucets -- Should they be mounted on the deck, wall or floor? -- Is a hand shower needed? And in what finish? -- Single- or double-handed? -- Pressure balanced, and what about a shower diverter? The Shower -- Combined with tub? -- Glass or acrylic door, frameless or not? -- Shower seat? -- Built-in niches for soaps and shampoo? -- Grab bars? -- Materials: stone, tile, fiberglass, solid surface or another choice? Shower Head and Controls -- Adjustable sprays, single- or double handed? -- Body sprays? How many and where? -- Single or double handles? -- Tub diverter? -- Pressure balanced?
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to mold – not an unheard of concern for those living in Houston and other humid areas. *Non-slip floors and grab bars can help prevent slips – an especially common concern among the older population. *Adequate lighting can help increase safety. * Proper use of GFCIs (ground-fault circuit interrupters) can prevent shocks. *Special cabinet finishes and paints can play havoc with owners who are chemically sensitive or have allergies. There are options available to minimize toxic smells. RESOURCES The NKBA (National Kitchen and Bath Associaiton) offers a “Virtual Planning Tool” powered by 20-20 technology. It can help users define what they want in terms of layout, color, appliance options and more. (http://www.nkba.org/VirtualPlanningTool.aspx) The cover bathroom is by Jane Page Design Group, 500 Durham Dr., Houston TX www.janepagedesigngroup.com 713-803-4999
Finalizing Choices The NKBA provides the following checklist of some of what needs to decided upon: The Tub -- Separate or a tub/shower combo? -- One- or two-person tub? -- Acrylic, fiberglass, steel, cast iron, solid surface or cultured marble? -- Air jets, whirlpool, chromatherapy? -- Freestanding or platform? And if the latter, what material is needed? Choices may range from wood, tile, stone or another choice. -- Grab bars, sliding doors? 36 house& home | December 2013 | www.houseandhomeonline. com
Sink Faucets -- Single or double handles? -- Finish; chrome, nickel, brass or other? Vanities and Cabinets -- Door material, wood or laminate or other? -- Hardware? -- Height, number of sinks? -- Drawers and seating area? Vanity tops -- Quartz, marble, ceramic tile, laminate, solid surface, granite or other? -- Edge treatments? Toilets -- One piece or two? -- Elongated, oval, ADA-compliant? -- Grab bars? -- Color? Ventilation -- With light, with heat? -- Noise level? -- Humidity sensor? Flooring -- Tile, vinyl, stone, laminate, wood? -- Radiant heat? Lighting -- Ambient, LED, fluorescent, halogen, xenon, incadescent? -- Toilet area, in shower, around mirror, makeup area? Accessories & Amenities -- Towel bars and rings, and their placement? -- Magnifying makeup mirrors? -- Toilet paper holders? -- Robe and towel hooks? -- Soap dishes and other dispensers? -- TV placement? -- Towel warmers? -- Music and built in sound systems?
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THREE: FIND A PROFESSIONAL. Because designing a kitchen these days constitutes a real investment, there is a benefit to hiring someone to guide the process. Certified kitchen designers are tested to rigorous and relevant standards. FOUR: FINALIZE ROOM LAYOUT AND DESIGN. Make notes on what does and does not work, based on current and past kitchen spaces. Consult with a professional on how to maximize the budget. FIVE: DECIDE ON A LOOK. Collect photos from magazines or Internet sites to determine what appeals. Visit showrooms, go on home tours and attend home shows for ideas. Are wood cabinets or painted ones preferred? What about the flooring? The top trends here point to natural stone, or ceramic and porcelain tiles. What type of countertops? There are
many choices, but most are opting for a solid surface, quartz or granite. SIX: CHOOSE PRODUCTS. There are many decisions to make. Gas or electric ranges? The most desired seems to be gas. Top trends: glass doors on wall cabinets, tall pantries, trash and recycling bins, pull-out racks and crown molding. SEVEN: PLAN FOR THE INSTALLATION. Consider who will be responsible for finding and supervising the electricians, plumbers, tile contractors, cabinet installers and other trades. Will permits need to be pulled? Eight: MAINTAIN THE SPACE. Test-drive everything in the kitchen, make sure it works. Keep all receipts, contracts, warranties and product information. Understand the proper care and maintenance of all new products.
REMODELING COSTS AND SOME ADVICE First and foremost, never pay 100 percent of the cost upfront. At the end of the job, make sure there are no liens. Ask all involved about their fees before the project begins. Understand the payment schedule and always get a written estimate with detailed specifications regarding services. According to the NKBA, the possible cost break-out, based on percentages of the total budget, is as follows:
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PLANTS FOR YOUR BATHROOM TRY THESE PLANTS SUITED FOR INDOOR LIVING Don't be fooled by decorator magazine pictures of kitchen counters overflowing with herb planters. Nor, French farm tables with rustic bowls crammed full of succulents. Sadly, these are staged for momentary effect. To get such a picture-perfect look, you would have to swap out these planters every week or so with another similarly planted container. The duplicate replacement is kept outside in the sun, waiting their turn to visit inside the house. It is the old “switch-a-roo” technique. For those who want long-term indoor plants, try plant species more suited for indoor environments. Sansevieria require nearly zero care. You might also know them by two other another names. The first is: snake plant. Their broad strap-like, upright leaves with light wavy stripes give the plant its the nickname. Because they also possess a sharp point at the end of the leaves, they are sometimes called Mother-in-law’s tongue. Although, I understand they're not supposed to be called this anymore! Sansevieria variety
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This Sansevieria genus offers dozens of variety. Most are great houseplants for medium- to low-light areas and only need water once a month. The variegated Golden Birdnest Sansevieria (‘Gold Hahni’) is a fat little 6 x 6-inch mound streaked with yellow. Additional ones to consider include Hosta ‘Viridis-Marginata’ and a semi-dwarf 'Grey Ghost' reaching 18 inches. The Zamioculcas Zamiifolia or ZZ plant (‘Zanzibar Gem’) is a great choice for low light. The shiny succulent’s arching fronds can reach 3 feet. Water once monthly. The bristly tiny Tillandsia need no soil and can be popped into little pots or seashells for the bathroom vanity. Mist weekly.
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ehind the front door of the classic two-story saltbox in the Rice Village area, a holiday wonderland awaits. Each December, interior designer Susan Alexander and her husband, Robert Clarke, work together with their three daughters to dress every room in handmade, holiday décor. Two 7 1/2-feet trees sparkle top to toe. On one, with an underlay of hot pink boas, hangs hundreds of hand-blown glass ornaments. The other, a more formal tree, is festooned in silver and crystal ornaments and strands of pearls.
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Nutcrackers, handmade needlepoint, and thick green garlands deck the home’s interior with seasonal flare, and outdoors, three thousand tiny white lights illuminate the hollies, azaleas and a lofty live oak. “Our house was built in 1935 and though it is moderate in size, it is large when it comes to a love for the holidays,” says Alexander. Throughout the house, whimsical collections of snowmen and carved Santa figures parade on the mantels and in glass cabinets. Always on display: Alexander’s beloved collection of
The family’s second tree, decorated in pearls, cyrstals and silver, is in the living room, welcoming guests entering the home.
Majolica, a 19th century pottery modeled in naturalistic shapes and glazed in lively colors. Garlands, each with their own special theme, drape over the mirrors, wind up the stairway, and dress the mantels and bookcases. “There is a candy garland, a Majolica garland and my favorite, the nature garland,” says Alexander. The nature garland is wired with a miniature glass beehive and tiny bees buzzing about. There are birds and bugs, flora and fauna, all calling for a second glance. A favorite for children and adults, are the glass domes or vignettes, ranging in height from 12 to 30 inches. Each “vignette” brims with miniatures illustrating a scene from a beloved poem or story, such as “The Night Before Christmas” and the “Wizard of Oz.” These are Alexander’s handcrafted vignettes, and are only
shared during the holidays. Throughout the year, Susan and Robert collect miniatures to fit within existing vignettes or for new imagined ones. “In the Oz vignette, there is a tornado of spun wool and a tiny monkey that is cloaked in a red jacket and wings, of course,” Alexander says. “One side of the dome depicts a rural farm home in black and white tones and the other side in living color. The yellow brick road winds from the base of the tree depicting scenes along the way to the ultimate destination, Oz, at the very top.” “All of this does take a great deal of time but the end result is worth the effort,” she adds. Once Alexander overheard her daughter tell a friend: “You should come over to our house; it’s magical.” “That felt good,” she says. “For me, it’s about remembering 47
Susan Alexander enjoys serving up unexpected surprises -- in the form of placing little festive gifts on family china, by incorporating a nontraditional color palette -and setting up themed vignettes, even on the dining room table. Here, it is a celebration of “The Nutcracker.”
the magic of Christmas, and sharing it.” The family does all the decorating themselves, usually several days during the long Thanksgiving weekend. The basic holiday decorations are the same each year giving the home a traditional holiday feel with familiar garlands, trees, and collections. Still, every year there’s something new, and family members are encouraged to get creative with the stock materials. This year, a
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The Alexanders create these exquisite and very detailed domed Christmas trees. The glass domes are French antiques, and the base is upholstered by Susan. This one is a visual tale of “The Night Before Christmas.” To the side are her embroidered gingerbread people.
new son-in-law, Drew, joins the ranks of the decorating elves with daughters Jade, Taylor and Kirby. When the decorating is done, Susan and Robert start preparing for their annual holiday party, which they have been hosting for neighbors, family and friends since 1991. “Robert and I are a great team and we love the creativity that each of us spurs in the other. We are always thinking of new ways
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Inspired by the Wizard of Oz, one of the couple’s domed trees is carefully and beautifully detailed. One side depicts the rural farm in black and white tones, including the cornfield. The other side brightens up with color. A yellow brick road winds all the way to the top -to Emerald City.
to change things up a bit, whether it’s a vignette, a recipe, or an invitation,” she says. “It’s the brainstorming that makes it fun. We challenge each other throughout the process. Maybe it’s our competitive spirit, but the journey to the destination is where the magic lies.” Family traditions are paramount to Alexander and Clark, both native Houstonians.
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Susan Alexander embroidered all the stockings for the family. Each year, they hang from the family room mantel.
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“Start your own family traditions; ones that are meaningful to you and your family. Robert makes sticky buns for Christmas morning breakfast. It’s his family’s recipe, and it always kicks off the festivities of the day. Also, in our house, Santa never forgets and there is always a surprise for everyone under the tree, even the adults!
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that hard-to-buy-for someone on your list who likes the
Lake Woodlands Dr. Go by and
unique? From SKLO Studios, they come in assorted colors
take a look at their fash-
and cost $169 each.
ion and home collections, and beauty items.
SLIPCOVERS WITH PARTY SASHES FROM SURE FIT. The machine washable slips are white matelasse damask made of cotton and polyester. Each long slipcover is $39.99, and the decorative satin sashes are 14.96 for a set of four. www.surefit.com
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U-Plumb-It Tankless Gas Water Heaters
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NO MASS-PRODUCED GIFT ITEMS FOR YOUR HOLIDAY LIST! Artwork is a special and very personalized present. Stop by Archway Gallery, 2305 Dunlavy, Houston. Archway artists sell pottery, paintings, jewelry, photography, sculpture, glass art and wood work.
THE GAIAM HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE features this spectacular market basket, constructed by hand. When you buy, you give back to the artisans who make the items. $34. www.gaiam.com
THE WREN V5 has been elegantly designed to be small in size but big where it counts – in terms of audio.The Wren Sounds has a wireless audio speaker system that combines old-school audio and cutting edge technology. Tailored for Airplay, Play-Fi and Bluetooth. $399 – www.wrensound.com
JUST STARTING TO DECORATE? Check out the exciting holiday decorating items – from trees to ornaments and garland -- at Cornelius-Calloway Nursery at 2233 S. Voss Rd and 1200 North Dairy Ashford in Houston.
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A Design/Build Firm specializing in new custom homes and renovations.
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HOWDEEEEEE! I’M PEARL. The gracious ladies and gents at the SPCA nicknamed me “Minnie Pearl” due to my enthusiastic greetin’s. I’m an eight-month-old hound-dawg gal with a zest for livin’. After all, I am a country girl from Louisiana, where they like to have a good time and put on a show. And I’m no different, sister! I don’t even mind wearin’ floppy hats with flowers on ‘em. (I could do without the hokey pricetag hangin’ off though). Go-ah-ally! “Ewe-stun” sure is big! Ya’ll got more loops than a roller coaster! And it sure is hot around here. If it cools down to 80 degrees, it must be Christmas time. But I’m gettin’ used to Texas and hope I get a chance to perform for ya soon. Ya’ll come on down to the SPCA now, ya hear?! ID# 237480 HOUSTON SPCA 900 Portway Drive, Houston 77024, 713.869.SPCA (7722) Open daily, www.houstonspca.org
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