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Spring Trillium. Photography by Terry Adams
FEATURE 46 SHOWCASE With an architectural nod to Frank Lloyd Wright, this home on a quiet Minnesota lake will inspire you. DEPARTMENTS 16 ART The ancestral Scandinavian art created by this Grand Forks artist pays inspiring tribute to Sweden. 24 GARDEN Incorporate these hardy native prairie grasses into your garden for beauty and for pollinators. 32 CONVERSATIONS Does your kitchen cabinetry need a little TLC? We have just the remedy to revive it.
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38 ARCHITECTURE Experience the artistic passion of an artist as he pays tribute to the iconic Golden Gate Bridge. 56 TRANSITIONS A total kitchen remodel brings this family a new and refreshing place to gather. 66 HUMOR For you out there considering a revamp, there is absolutely no humor in remodeling. Think again. 70 PERGOLAS A look at the architectural history of a timeless landscape beauty — pergolas. 72 PETS Advances in veterinary laser therapy now can offer relief to our beloved pets.
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he people who know me best know how much I love our four seasons — yes, even winter. I will quickly add to that statement that when spring comes nipping at the cold heels of winter, I rejoice. Spring has a distinct, fresh, and fragrant air that carries with it a true sense of nature’s promised season of renewal. We breathe it in deeply as a much needed cleansing of our winter weary souls. We are excited to share with you a “season of renewal” beginning with our spring issue — Architecture and Design. Inside you will discover architectural beauty from 13th century Italy to the iconic Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, California. We also share with you a stunning local home that lends an architectural nod to Frank Lloyd Wright. Wright’s style of organic design portrays harmony between human habitation and the natural world. This is all evident in our feature story by Jill Ockhardt Blaufuss. TJ Haugrud, homeowner, builder and owner of THJ Construction pays design tribute to Frank Lloyd Wright, an architect he has always admired. You will appreciate the beautiful connection of his home to its natural setting on a peaceful Minnesota wooded lake. Whether you merely stop to discover the intricacies of a sunflower head or view the grandeur of a great cathedral, cultivating a wonder and appreciation for architecture and design is a worthy calling. Take a moment to admire the great and the small in art, design and architecture. Teach others the same. We realize that amidst the scurry of activities and the business of life, it might not be an easy task to accomplish. You can start right now! Enjoy reading the Inspired Home Architecture and Design issue!
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TERRI FERRAGUT Every issue, we take great pride in presenting this beautiful local home and lifestyle guide we call Inspired Home. From design to great food our goal is to provide you with relevant information you value. Truth of the matter is, without the heart and dedication of this talented and professional team, this publication would not be possible. Issue after issue, their creativity brings Inspired Home to your doorstep or area business. They inspire me. JILL OCKHARDT BLAUFUSS Jill Ockhardt Blaufuss is a photographer for architecture and interior design. Her clients range from designers to builders, both commercial and residential. Her experience in marketing and portrait photography is wide ranging and has been the photographic component for several Addy award winning projects. Jill enjoys time spent with her large, blended family of seven in rural Minnesota, as well as pinochle, public radio, cooking and travel. BERNIE ERICKSON Specializing in helping his clients make small changes with maximum impact, Erickson is a residential real estate agent in Fargo-Moorhead.
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LAUREN F. CARLSON Carlson, a Fargo native and geologist, is a research assistant at Cornell University at the New York Agricultural Experiment Station, where she conducts field work and data collection for the study of shrub willow as bio mass. She enjoys cooking, baking, running, renaissance art and writing. DAYNA DEL VAL Del Val is the President & CEO of The Arts Partnership in Fargo, ND. She is a professional actor and passionate arts activist as well as mom to a fabulous violin playing engineer and wife to a plant cell wall biochemist. She enjoys travel, reading and high teas. YVONNE DENAULT Yvonne is a women's portraiture photographer, creator of Pinup on the Plains, and owner of Vivie's Boutique. Empowering women to embrace their beauty is what fuels her passion. She is inspired by high-fashion editorial and "fantastical" fine art photography.
BAILEY HOVLAND As an English writing major at Concordia College, Hovland is passionate about writing and social media. "Blending my obsession for interior design with writing and scrolling through the endless feed of tweets, pins, and Instagram posts is my idea of 'living the dream,'" she says. Hovland enjoys reading, coffee shops, DIY projects and working out. ASHLEY F. JOHNSON Ashley Johnson loves her home city of Fargo. She works as a registered nurse at Sanford Medical Center and shares her happy home with her husband, 2 children and a rescue cat. She loves traveling with her family, cooking, entertaining and good wine. She can’t wait to show her children the world. GRANVILLE WOOD Wood is an international chef who has worked in London, Stockholm, Toronto, Vancouver, Palm Beach and Houston before moving to Fargo with wife Susie, a doctor with Sanford Health. Most recently he operated The Blue Goose Café in the Plains Art Museum.
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Bride, Bonadsmålning, 13” x 10.5” egg tempera on jute, gesso of chalk and animal hide glue. Canvas and paints made entirely by the artist.
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Traditions of ancestral art
Artist Pieper Bloomquist stands in her dining room near her wall-sized Swedish Bonadsmålning painting on canvas. She has studied Dalmålning (Kurbits) and Bonadsmålning with master artists Karen Jenson of Milan, MN, and Judith Kjenstad of Minneapolis, MN.
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Tine, Swedish Dala painting, acrylic on wood. Painted in Swedish style, this painted wooden ‘tine’ box measures 9 ½” by 7 ¾” across. A Scandinavian food storage container, they were often embellished in Norway and left plain in Sweden.
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he upper Midwest has a history rich with Scandinavian traditions, evidenced by the stave churches scattered across the countryside and the names of small towns. Pieper Bloomquist is intimately familiar with this history, thanks to her upbringing in a Swedish household of rural Minnesota. Her childhood memories are laced with the warmth from her grandfather’s Swedish pancakes that she ate on the way to school and the Scandinavian designs on her mother’s coffee pot. Yet, Bloomquist’s awareness of the ancestral traditions and art in her life did not occur until later in life, when she began to see how her background was interwoven with different threads of her Swedish ancestry. It was this interest in her family’s history, coupled with her passion for creating art, that led her to traditional Scandinavian folk art. “I was on bedrest in the ’90s while I was pregnant and my mom suggested I take up rosemaling. Little did we know that rosemaling INSPIRED HOME | 17
Norwegian Telemark Rosemaling, oil on wood: Authentic beauty is revealed in this 12” diameter painted wooden plate. Stylization learned from Judy Kjenstad. Kurbits, Swedish Dalmålning, 16” x 20”, acrylic on canvas. The artist’s personal style of light transparency is showcased in this painting.
Bjursås, Swedish Dalmålning, 12” x 16”, acrylic on canvas paper. Kurbits inspired by the painting that was done in the geographical parish of Bjursås, Sweden.
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Jag Kommer Från Dalarna, Swedish Dalmålning, 16” x 20”, acrylic on canvas. Text reads: I Come from Dalarna.
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Her childhood memories are laced with the warmth from her grandfather’s Swedish pancakes that she ate on the way to school and the Scandinavian designs on her mother’s coffee pot.
Stages of Life: Known for her illustrative story telling, this Dala painting by Bloomquist expresses the journey of life from birth to death.
is Norwegian,” Bloomquist said. Karen Jenson, internationally recognized for her rosemaling, taught Bloomquist the Norsk folk art. It was also through Jenson that Bloomquist discovered dalmålning and bonadsmålning, two styles of Swedish folk art. Dalmålning originated in central Sweden, functioning as wall-sized canvas paintings that emulated the large embroidered tapestries of churches and manor homes. Its free-flow designs embody the art of storytelling, giving a pigmented voice to allegories, news and biblical teachings. “I thought it was clumsy and weird and charming and ugly and darling and beautiful,” Bloomquist said. “I adored everything about it.” Bonadsmålning was born in southern Sweden, using horizontally long and narrow tapestries to narrate special occasions. Hung temporarily for special holidays and
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then stored under the floorboards until the next year, bonadsmålning pieces don’t have the same daily quality as their folk art counterparts. Bloomquist has studied both art forms extensively and her experience is impressive: participating in the North Dakota Council on the Arts (NCDA) Folk Arts Apprenticeship program and studying as an apprentice under two Midwestern experts on Scandinavian folk art (Karen Jenson and Judith Kjenstad). Bloomquist is now a master artist and has taken on apprentices through the NDCA. In 2018, the American Scandinavian Foundation provided Bloomquist with a grant that allowed her to travel to Sweden with an apprentice to learn from local artists. Bloomquist takes these 18th-century art forms and spins them into modern tales, capturing the beauty of the upper Midwest.
Shown here is a close up of “Stages of Life”, a Dala painting depicting the lightheartedness and social norms of youth.
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“My paintings often depict scenes that, while personal, portray the universal experiences of living in the upper Midwest. Creating scenes like these with traditional Swedish flowers and scroll formations connects me to my heritage and provides a kind of full circle effect for me,” Bloomquist said. And the color scheme, drapery, ribbon style and shape of the leaves all indicate yet another layer of storytelling, revealing which area of Sweden the painting style hails from. Bloomquist uses these traditional geographic giveaways in her art, modernizing these practices. For example, Bloomquist’s painting of her hometown — Regal, Minnesota — is rich with the customary Rättvik style of red and olive green. Using the warm fall tones, she showcased the town’s golden wheat fields and fading green corn fields in the fall, the red of her childhood home Although Bloomquist’s practice of Scandinavian folk art didn’t occur until the mid-’90s, painting has always been her emotional retreat. Her subjects then were “funky album covers,” like Led Zeppelin’s Houses of the Holy, and Christmas cards, taking inspiration from her daily life. This practice continues, as Bloomquist finds inspiration in the unlikeliest of places — in the patterns of hotel carpeting, the designs of white paper napkins, the scenes of holiday cards. “I take my inspiration where I can get it," Bloomquist said. "I am always finding new ideas." For more information on the North Dakota Council on the Arts Folk and Traditional Arts Apprenticeship Program contact tgeist@nd.gov.
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This Dala painting portrays Bloomquists love for her hometown of Regal, population of 44. It depicts a universal truth for all who live in small towns across the Midwest.
“Bloch”, a global art exhibit/project involving a large Swiss felled spruce tree/log, “toured” every continent, creating artist interactions across the globe. Its 2014 North America arrival in ND inspired Bloomquist to depict its travels throughout North Dakota in this Dala painting.
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On a warm summer day, nature seems entirely in balance and at peace. The tall big bluestem grass provides a perfect backdrop for black-eyed susans and bee balm, also known as wild bergamot. Native flowers are an excellent pollen and nectar source for bees and butterflies.
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There is a particular beauty about prairie grass bending under it’s own weight, the speckled spectrum of color that dots the prairies in early spring, and the undulating waves of wind through them.
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rowing up in North Dakota I was raised to notice the quiet and humble things my state has to offer: the endless expanse of space, the subtle change in light as seasons progress and the wind winding herself through our native grasses. North Dakota, steeped in natural beauty and color, still claims her prairie although the original native prairie exists now only in small portions of our state. Less than one-tenth of 1% of all tallgrass prairie remains in North Dakota. The Sheyenne National Grassland located in the areas of the Sheyenne River in Ransom and Richland counties, is a protected ecosystem that remains for us to enjoy and conserve. Prairie may be thought of as a humble and far less showy rainforest. It supports a tremendous amount of life including bison, pronghorn sheep, elk, plains grizzlies, wolves and, at one time, an innumerable variety of prairie grasses, forbs (herbaceous flowering plants) and insects. Native prairie once extended hundreds of miles across the heartland, colorfully carpeting a quarter of the lower 48. Today, threats remain for our fractional remaining prairie. Large-scale agriculture and intensive grazing are easily criticized, but there are multiple facets to consider such as fire suppression, introduction of new plant species, insecticides and altered hydrology. Because of its unpretentious appearance, it is easy to forget the prairie’s importance. Worldwide prairies, like rainforests, are considered one of the most imperiled habitats. In North Dakota, 80% of our native prairie is gone, with more than a 95% loss in the Red River Valley. Most remaining prairie lies in the western part of our state, a tragic loss
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King of the native grasses, big bluestem plays a dramatic role in tallgrass prairies. Tall and proud, it is drought tolerant with main roots that grow 6-10 feet. Identifiable by its "turkey foot" top, the mature plant turns deep burgundy in color.
An endangered species since 2008, the western prairie fringed orchid grows about 2 feet tall and may have nearly two dozen beautiful "fringed" flowers running up and down its stem. The flowers are most fragrant at night and are pollinated by Sphinx moths.
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program has been in decline since 2008, following higher commodity prices. What can we do? The first step is to become educated on the issue. Individuals young and old can become involved in prairie management in small yet effective ways. Recreating pieces of small prairie land can truly make a difference by planting native grasses and flowers in your own yard. After two to three years of planting even a small tract of space, you’ll help foster “natural order” to attract wildlife. We can all help North Dakota revert to its original grandeur.
Joseph Nicollet, French scientist, explorer and expedition leader through North Dakota in 1839, described the prairie as “perhaps the most beautiful land within the territory of the United States.” There is a particular beauty about prairie grass bending under its own weight, the speckled spectrum of color that dots the prairies in early spring and the undulating waves of wind through them. It is a peaceful and innate freedom. This spring, plant native grasses in your own yard. It is a testament to our state and to our pioneer spirit.
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for wildlife habitat. Loss of prairie grasses and forbs are of great concern, but we lose more than plants. Native grasslands are primary nesting sites for a large number of bird species and are refuge areas for birds during long migratory flights. Many of our own prairie bird populations are in decline including Sprague’s pipit, which is a candidate under the Endangered Species Act, among others. The western prairie-fringed orchid, once abundant in the tall-grass prairies, is now a rare find. Pollinators like the powershiek skipperling butterfly, which uses little bluestem and purple coneflower as a nutrient source, is another candidate for the endangered species list. U.S. Forest Service, Nature Conservancy, North Dakota Game and Fish Department, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and Ducks Unlimited are all at work to conserve and protect North Dakota’s remaining native prairie. The Conservation Reserve Program, enacted in 1987, is a government program that pays farmers to plant grass on marginal land previously plowed for crops. In an initially successful attempt to create grassland, the INSPIREDHOMEMAGAZINE.COM
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IMAGINE the view the first settlers experienced from atop a grassy knoll — the
Great Plains in its unbroken state. Within those waves of gold and green, these striking grasses surely stood out from the rest. Add these beautiful North Dakota tallgrass native grasses to your landscape!
big bluestem (Andropogon gerardii), perennial
Indian grass (Sorghastrum nutans), perennial
prairie dropseed (Sporobolus heterolepis), perennial
The king of the prairie grasses, it reaches towards the skies and sends deep roots. Its vertical stems stand firmly and sway with a slight breeze. They change to a vibrant shade of maroon red in the fall. Three-pronged seed heads give it its nickname, “turkey foot.� Sunloving, it grows well in medium to moist soil and grows 4 to 8 feet. It attracts birds, pollinators and is deer resistant.
Easy to spot on the prairie with its yellow/tan plumes and vase shape, this grass loves heavy clay soils, but it will grow in many soil types. It prefers medium to dry soils and grows 3 to 8 feet high, with mature plants reaching a 5-foot wide clump. This striking grass in fall turns gold and purple. Deer resistant and drought tolerant, it attracts birds, butterflies and loves tall companions for support.
This tall native is a mounding grass that adds elegance to any landscape. The bright green fountain appearance is well defined and creates stunning borders when planted 18 to 24 inches apart. Sun loving, it prefers medium to dry soil. A beautiful golden yellow in fall, this grass is deer resistant, attracts birds and is drought resistant.
little blue stem (Schizachyrium scoparium), perennial
switchgrass (Panicum virgatum), perennial
sedge grass (Carex muskingumensis), perennial
A very ornamental bunchgrass, the finetextured foliage forms dense mounds 18-24 inches tall. Slender blue-green stems reach 3 feet by September and turn radiant mahogany-red with white, shiny seed tufts in the fall, staying colorful through winter. They prefer sun to part shade, are drought tolerant, deer resistant and attract birds, butterflies and pollinators.
Airy seed heads and upright habit make a beautiful statement in your landscape. Adding structure, texture and movement they grow 4 to 8 feet in clumping patterns. Fall colors range from red, golden yellow to blue foliage with purple seed heads, depending on variety. It prefers sun to part-shade and dry to moist soils. Deer resistant, it attracts songbirds, butterflies and bees.
This North Dakota native grass is a dense clump forming wetland sedge with striking texture. Attractive bright green and reminiscent of palm fronds, it prospers in shaded or partly shaded wet sites but will tolerate sun if moisture is present. Bright yellow foliage in fall, this native grass is perfect for erosion control, stormwater management, rain gardens, ground cover and mass plantings. Growing 2 to 3 feet high, it is deer and drought resistant.
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lthough your desire is mightily strong, you are not alone if you procrastinate the updating of your tired-out kitchen. With today’s hectic lifestyles, you might not want to deal with the time involved, the cost or the inconvenience that can be involved when tackling home projects. It might seem overwhelming considering your busy lifestyle and, perhaps, resources. Inspired Home asked Roger Koenig, owner of locally owned, Kitchen Tune-Up Fargo-Moorhead, for his thoughts on this exact subject.
IH: I really like my original wood kitchen cabinets, but after years of family use, they look lifeless and worn. They really need to have a fresh, renewed look. RK: If you like the color and style of your existing cabinets, renew them with our Tune-Up service. Wood cabinets and other wood surfaces need regular care to look and function new. Our exclusive process restores and repairs the original finish. We touch up areas that are worn, scratched or have greasy build-up. Adding new knobs and pulls offer a quick and affordable update. Most Tune-Ups are complete in one day and you’ll have your kitchen looking and feeling like new.
IH: My kitchen cabinetry is structurally in very good shape. What can I do to revamp and update the over-all style and design of my cabinets?
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We offer several options for this scenario at different price points — cabinet painting, cabinet redooring and cabinet refacing.
Kitchen Tune-Up offers 5 ways to update your cabinetry. Choose from reconditioning or cabinet painting to redooring, refacing or new custom cabinetry. Pictured are two complete kitchen remodels including custom cabinetry, flooring, tile, and countertops.
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CABINET PAINTING This is an option if you like the style of your current cabinets but want to change the color. If you are looking for a solution that will last 2-5 years (depending on the use of your kitchen), this might be the right option. If you are looking for a more durable and longer-lasting change, consider our redooring and refacing services to get all new doors and drawer fronts.
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CABINET REDOORING We’ll replace your cabinet doors and drawer fronts with new ones in your choice of style, color-matched to blend with your existing cabinet boxes. It’s a quick and easy way to update your kitchen and a popular choice for painted cabinets. CABINET REFACING This popular service allows you to completely transform the look of your kitchen without the mess and expense of a total renovation. Like redooring, we’ll use your original cabinet boxes but update your doors and drawer fronts with new ones in your choice of style and color, complete with matching veneer.
IH: I am done with my old cabinets. What if I want my old cabinets out and a brand-new kitchen?
RK: We can help by designing a new kitchen and providing custom cabinets that will function well for your family and lifestyle. We also provide custom cabinetry for bathrooms, laundry rooms, pantries, home offices, home entertainment areas and more. IH: My countertops need help! Can you do that, too?
RK: Yes, we offer a Granite Tune-Up service. We’ll clean, seal and polish your granite countertops to help protect your investment. The process can be completed in only a few hours with no mess or odor. If you are looking for new countertops or tile backsplashes, we offer a full selection of products including granite, marble, quartz, solid-surface, laminate and many more.
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IH: My life is crazy busy with family and work. I need to get organized! Can you help me? RK: Yes, we can help you get organized with roll-out trays, custom closets, cabinet organization and more. Knowing that your life is busy, we don’t want to be in your home any longer than necessary. We respect your home and your time, and always return calls within 24 hours. Give us a call and let us help you with your project whether it’s a quick update or a full remodel.
In this cabinet refacing project, a fresh new kitchen space emerged. One thing Koenig's clients say about their completed projects is, "we wish we would have done it sooner."
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The colorful expanse of orange across the San Francisco Bay began to take shape in 1933. After four years of muscle and grit, the 894,500 ton bridge opened to the public.
We interviewed Rick Bulan, owner and designer at Golden Gate Design & Furniture ten years ago. We recently spoke again with Bulan about himself, his passion for his work and his love of the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, in San Francisco, California.
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A Golden Opportunity BY ASHLEY FERRAGUT JOHNSON PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF RICK BULAN
The transformation from handrail section to living room end table is an involved artistic process which results in "International Orange" in all its glory. As Bulan says, "some sweat, blood and burns" go into every project.
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Pictured here is a section of handrail being removed by workers in 1993. Each section is twelve and onehalf feet in length and weighs one-thousand pounds. Bulan rented a truck to bring his first section home.
Grinding and cutting the historic steel section into manageable pieces takes about a month. Using plasma and blades yet maintaining the distinct weathered patina from 56 years of wind and salt exposure is an arduous process.
The vibrant color, "International Orange" is the official paint color of the Golden Gate Bridge Highway and Transportation District. The paint is applied using the same techniques as currently utilized on the bridge.
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n a sunny San Francisco afternoon in1994, artist Rick Bulan happened to catch the end of a local TV news story that was destined to impact his life. The fate of the sea salt-weathered steel handrails removed from the Golden Gate Bridge in1993 was the topic. What would become of the orange steel was to be decided by the contractor. Would he decide to sell it or melt it down and recycle? Bulan’s immediate thoughts would shape the next 23 years of his life. “When I saw the story, I just thought to myself, ‘Wow, that would make a cool headboard!’ The history of the material and the childhood memories of the bridge spoke to me, and I just wanted a piece of it for myself,” Bulan says. Bulan, born and raised in San Francisco, has never lived outside the Bay Area. “I have many childhood memories of spending weekends at the Golden Gate Bridge … playing underneath, walking across it, picnicking next to it and bringing family out to see it,” he says.
Call it fate or anticipated opportunity, Bulan made a call to the news station to garner more information about the Golden Gate Bridge restoration project. After speaking with the contractor, he realized the scrapped steel rails were twelve and half feet long and weighed one thousand pounds each. A deal was struck and, with a rented truck, Bulan brought the handrail home, spending the next month cutting it up into manageable pieces. “I created not one but four 115-pound, queen-sized headboards,” he says. With a natural interest in design, Bulan studied architecture and drafting in college, graduating with a degree in finance. A perfect marriage for what was about to happen. People began to express interest in his iconic functional pieces of history, and he began to consider a company based on that idea. After negotiating and purchasing the remaining scrapped handrails from the contractor, Bulan formed the Golden Gate Design & Furniture Company. The rest is, indeed, history. INSPIREDHOMEMAGAZINE.COM
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In terms of design, headboards gave way to tables, end tables, coffee tables, lamps and a line of smaller home décor pieces, including lamps and picture frames. More recently, smaller gift items such as bookends, paperweights and jewelry have been created. Bulan is mindful not to waste any portion of the large pieces of orange steel. “I try to create new items that utilize the entire section of handrail as I am cutting it up to create the larger furniture pieces, so that nothing goes to waste,” he says. Because each piece is handcrafted, the actual design process takes weeks, involving cutting, welding, grinding for smoothing rough areas and painting. Welding burns off a lot of the original paint so a fresh coat of the original “International Orange,” a color specifically mixed for the Golden Gate Bridge Highway and Transportation District is applied. Bulan is quick to add, “I make sure to preserve any distinctive weathering, patina or markings from where the steel was produced by the Bethlehem Steel Company back in the 1930s. Many of these pieces contain numbers or a BSC (Bethlehem Steel Company) stamp imprinted in the steel, which I try to highlight.” Bulan feels honored to create items that enable his customers to keep a tangible and memorable connection to the Golden Gate Bridge. The steel removed from the bridge in 1993 was originally placed in 1937, taking 60 years for the material to become available to work with. When asked what he will do when the historical steel is gone, Bulan says, “Since there is a finite supply of original Golden Gate Bridge steel, there will come a time when this stock is exhausted. Everyone always wonders what will become of the company once this supply of handrail is gone and to this I say I guess I’ll just have to cross that bridge when I come to it.” Want to know more? Contact Rick Bulan at info@goldengatefurniture.com, visit his website at goldengatefurniture.com or call 415.661.6263. A sentimental piece, the brightly colored headboard became the initial Golden Gate Bridge steel project. Little did Bulan realize it was the beginning of new career.
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Historic steel picture frames, lamp table, headboard, and artist all come together showing the wide range and versatility of Bulan's creative and passionate work. The contemporary design of this table reveals Bulan's ability to custom design. He is very careful in the production of all pieces to have the "Bethlehem Steel – BSC� stamps remain in the steel. This table will remain a great conversation piece for all time. One of Bulan's earlier pieces, the importance of preserving the history of the iconic bridge fueled his passion. The globe sitting near this table is the perfect symbol representing the global interest for the beauty and awe-inspiring architecture of the Golden Gate Bridge.
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Country roads, take me home An arm of limestone slab steps dotted with tufts of prairie dropseed grass wraps warmly around to the lower patio. Slaton Plus non-tumbled pavers line the patio and impressive walls of country ledgestone brick, installed by Hebron Brick, rise up around it.
The sentry-like Karl Forester grass and grow-low sumac line the path to a view of the lake and the front entrance. Overhead, rough-sawn cedar tongue-and-groove cantilevers hang over limestone steps.
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etween gently rolling hills of lush farmland and pastures, past quiet lakes, sloughs and woods, is a small unassuming lake surrounded by oak trees. Catching the first glimpse of a house — home to one of the lake’s few inhabitants — with its grand design in untamed surroundings is inspirational. When choosing the design elements to define a home on this extraordinary site, T.J. Haugrud, homeowner and owner of Fargo’s THJ Construction, says he knew immediately where his heart lay. “The prairie style was a no-brainer for the piece of property,” says Haugrud, who fell in love with Frank Lloyd Wright’s prairie style after studying at North Dakota State University. Haugrud earned a bachelor’s degree in environmental design and a master’s degree in architecture. He then aspired to work for a former college professor, Phil Stahl of Stahl Architects, a firm with a strong emphasis on residential design. “At the time, I had no idea what prairie style was,” Haugrud says. “But I fell in love with a house they were working on. I loved the low-lying horizontal lines, large overhangs and simple repetitions.” Haugrud says the hilltop lent itself to everything that prairie style exemplifies. “The gradual grades build a suspense as you glimpse the house from across the lake, approach it from the driveway or walk around a corner.” A fourth-generation Minnesotan and proud father of two young boys, Haugrud feels a deep sentimentality about the beauty of this area. “My greatgrandpa settled here from Norway, so Minnesota is in my blood,” Haugrud says. “The shade of the oak trees, the shimmer of the lake; there’s something about this part of Minnesota that puts me at peace and creates a sense of home.”
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“The shade of the oak trees, the shimmer of the lake; there’s something about this part of Minnesota that puts me at peace and creates a sense of home.” T.J. Haugrud, owner/builder, THJ Construction
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"I wanted a prairie-style house, but I wanted the lower level accessibility to the outdoors," says Haugrud about choosing to build the home partially into the hill it stands on.
The limestone boulders and prairie grass gradually transition the home to the natural surroundings. The freeform style of country ledgestone brick maintains earthy aesthetics.
Pictured here: Top to bottom oak, from the tray ceiling and Omega cabinets to the beautiful white oak flooring installed by Legacy Hardwood. A unique drop-down seating area on the island allows family and friends to relax in more comfortable seating, like these lounge chairs from Hom Furniture. Restoration Hardware pendant lighting fits perfectly in the space.
Haugrud rip-rapped the lake shore with limestone to tie it visually to the home, one of only eight on the lake.
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Copper tin panels from American Tin Ceilings are the backsplash for the GE gas cooktop and Broan range hood.
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That quiet sense of tranquility echoes throughout the home’s design. “The entry is different from most because you don’t drive right up the to the front door,” Haugrud says. The short walk to the front door was an intentional move to compel guests to enjoy the natural beauty of the property. The path is lined with prairie grass; its gentle incline and limestone steps lead to a grand view of the lake. Equally impressive is the large cantilevered overhang that extends out over the path, providing shade and protection. It’s a sentiment that resonates in beautiful ways around the home’s exterior. Two patios — one lending itself to lively entertaining and the other seemingly designed for quiet moments — are sculpted on two distinctly separate levels. Both are protected and connected by stone brick walls and enormous blocks of limestone laid into the landscape. INSPIREDHOMEMAGAZINE.COM
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A handsome oak table, beneath this eloquent chandelier from Restoration Hardware, once belonged to Haugrud's grandmother. Tufted leather chairs from overstock.com.
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Country ledgestone brick continues inside the home on the walls and fireplace. Sophisticated warm leather, oak furniture, and earth-toned rug from Hom Furniture create a cozy space to gather around the fireplace. Haugrud harvested the elk in British Columbia in 2015.
“I wanted to create spaces that could be enjoyed no matter the climate — the lower lakeside patio on a breezy fall mornings with a fire and a cup of coffee, the upper lakeside patio on a summer evening listening to the loons and roasting marshmallows with my boys,” Haugrud says. The interior of the home exemplifies Haugrud’s adherence to Wright’s design principles. The relationship between the hallways and the great room with its impressive high ceiling was an intentional design decision. “Wright believed in bringing A long view shows the home's grandeur in layers. On the wall to the right, wood balusters suit the space well, providing openness as well as light.
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people through a smaller space prior to entering a larger space to help intensify the scale of a larger space,” Haugrud explains. Using oak for the trim and flooring, Haugrud paid homage to the local materials available during the time of his grandfather’s arrival in the area. “I wanted to use timeless materials,” he says. “In a way, I wanted to build a ‘new’ 1900s house.” Haugrud aspires to design homes that
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create memorable experiences. “It means a lot to me that I have the ability to create the spaces that will be the settings for people’s holiday memories,” he says. “Whether it is the staircase that you’ll remember being decorated so beautifully or the hearth that you remember leaving Santa’s cookies on, I get to make those spaces. That means a lot to me, and I thank the people that have allowed me to do so for them thus far.”
Building a home that is truly yours requires perseverance — and a little bravery. Haugrud says if you’re genuinely looking to build a custom home, take your time and be openminded. “It’s easy to get stuck on the hurdles that construction throws at us,” he says. “It can be stressful at times, but stay focused on the finished product and embrace the positives along the way.”
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Haugrud himself did much of the detail work in his home, including the wood framework around this wall of Pella windows. The mission style woodwork and repetition of window glass reveals classic Frank Lloyd Wright design.
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The adjoining walls of windows in this office provide an unobstructed view of nature. The roll-top desk was Haugrud's grandfather's, and Haugrud himself built the plan table. The deer were all harvested from the original Haugrud family farm.
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Sarah Polovitz, husband, Mark, and children, Johnny and Lauren, are truly enjoying the space they have worked so hard to create. The three-month kitchen remodel was worth the wait.
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he kitchen is the heart of our home. It is where families and friends gather, break bread and connect. Whether huddled around a home-cooked meal, checking your children’s homework or simply gathering your thoughts over a warm cup of tea, the kitchen offers a place of respite. It is no wonder then, that it is also the best investment, dollar for dollar, in your home. On average, a minor kitchen remodel will recoup close to 90 percent of your ROI (return on investment) while major kitchen overhauls return anywhere from the 50-80 percent of your cost. A remodel typically starts around $30,000 and can go upwards to hundreds of thousands of dollars, depending on the project. The emotional and inconvenience price a remodel may cause by not having a working kitchen can be daunting, but rewards reaped are priceless. To get a firsthand look at this process, I spoke with one of my best friends, Sarah Polovitz, a UND marketing- major-turnedreal-estate-agent-extraordinaire who recently One of Sarah’s favorite pieces is her centerset Rohl Perrin & Rowe polished-nickel faucet. She intentionally chose a finish that would complement, not match, the rest of the hardware in her completed kitchen space.
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Sarah and Mark worked with a local remodeler, Creative Builders, which gave the couple innovative liberty to design the kitchen of their dreams. From the custom cabinetry to the layout of the kitchen, the space was personalized to meet the needs of this Minnesota family.
went through her own kitchen demo and remodel. Although she has had no formal training in interior design, one glance at her timelessly decorated Excelsior, Minnesota home and impeccable kitchen remodel shows that she understands great design. After decades flying as a pilot for United Airlines, Kathy Rauth, Sarah’s mother, shifted her proverbial work gears into real estate. After
working in the sales marketing industry for years, daughter Sarah (who also obtained her own private pilot license) eventually joined her mother to help clients buy and sell homes. Together, they became a topproducing mother-daughter duo at Edina Realty, serving the Twin Cities and Brainerd Lakes Area, giving them sales experience and an understanding of good design. INSPIRED HOME | 57
Sarah’s mother and real estate partner, Kathy Rauth, are no strangers to what makes a kitchen appealing and desirable. The two recently accepted the Executive Circle Award of 2020, in honor of producing in the top two percent of sales of all Edina Realty agents.
To add a bit of drama and pop of color, Sarah opted for a satin brass finish on the cabinet pulls. Glass knobs on upper cabinets help create the classic look of the space. The hardware pictured here is Emtek Assa Abloy from Nob Hill Hardware in Minneapolis.
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Sarah, husband, Mark, and their two children, Lauren and Johnny, moved into their present home in 2012. Built in 1987, the spacious two-story home is tucked quietly away in a heavily wooded lot, perched atop a hill of towering trees. The Polovitzes have slowly been updating their home to mirror their timeless classic tastes. An outdated, malfunctioning refrigerator became Sarah’s impetus to make some big changes. This was the perfect time to start designing the kitchen of her dreams.
The first order of business were the floors. The original “orange” oak was sanded and stained in a light, but natural-looking finish, which hides imperfections and wears well for their busy family and blonde golden retriever. Once the floors were complete, the real work began. The kitchen was taken down to its studs, so the new space became a realization. Sticky notes in hand, Polovitz walked around the kitchen using them as visual cues of what they wanted and where. Sarah explains, “We wanted an appliance garage that would hide our toaster and coffee maker,” and up went the sticky note. With the help of picture boards and Pinterest, the new space was conceptualized. Sarah knew she wanted to keep the space open and bright, opting for a warm white hue on the walls and cabinets, which transitions nicely into the rest of their home. The airy new kitchen pulls in all the natural light from the large windows and wrap-around deck, creating a tranquil and natural feel. The old black granite center island was demolished. A custom, off white and grey quartz island with a clean, simple edge was installed. Opting for chef-grade appliances was a must, which quickly pulled the space together. “We were impressed with the quality of the Thermador appliances and loved the idea of being able to panel the freezer, refrigerator, INSPIREDHOMEMAGAZINE.COM
Function is incredibly important to this on-the-go family of four, so convenience and organization go hand in hand. Snack caddies and hidden storage are part of what gives this kitchen charming functionality.
From an “appliance garage,” which hides away toasters and other kitchen items, to custom cabinetry designed to neatly store all things for cooking, it’s obvious everything has its special storage area.
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Stools and pendant lighting, which hang over the island, are from Restoration Hardware. The rich industrial colors are a perfect contrast with this light and airy chef’s kitchen.
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An outdated, malfunctioning refrigerator became the impetus to make some big changes.
This beautiful remodeled space is a kitchen meant to be used. The quartz countertops are bright and sunny, and less porous than marble and other natural stone surfaces. It’s an easy clean-up after Sarah’s five and six-year-old sous chefs have cooked.
dishwasher, ice maker and beverage cooler. The only exposed stainless-steel item in our kitchen is the range, which is a functional six gas-burner with griddle.” For finishing touches, Sarah opted for a bit of classy pops in the kitchen. Satin brass knobs and pulls adorn their custom cabinets, which complement the classic design. Although Sarah gave careful thought to every piece she selected, she recommends keeping the overall design simple and clean to stand the test of time. After surviving 12-plus weeks on popcorn, Pinot Grigio and takeout sushi, they packed up their paper plates and makeshift kitchen for good. The meticulous planning was done and the Polovitzes settled in. They christened their new space with a fabulous meal they prepared together — “lamb chops and seared broccolini with a glass of Santa Margherita.” As they ate their first meal in their kitchen, laughs were shared, memories made … and no meal had ever tasted quite that good.
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hinking about a deck project? Expanding your living space by adding a deck is a great American tradition. Family gatherings, a quiet place to read a book or simply enjoy the summer breeze — all define that sacred space. The key to success begins with good knowledge beforehand. Inspired Home spoke with Josh Smook, Deckmasters project designer, for his thoughts on deck design. DESIGN Smook encourages homeowners to think about a few key factors beforehand. What will the space be used for? What will the traffic flow into the backyard be like? For example, will there be a future patio or fire pit destination in the yard that's built away from the home? “Once these questions are 64 | MARCH/April 2020
answered, we can begin to tailor a design to account for the client’s space usage and traffic flow,” Smook says. In terms of design, homeowners often become excited about a particular deck design they may have seen on a website. Although beautiful, what customers like — based on an extravagant image versus reality — can differ greatly from what their building codes and budgets allow. These images and a client’s dream can, however, help give Smook an idea of what they are envisioning. “From there, we are able to tailor design elements and pieces of those ideas to incorporate into what their home will allow us to build; keeping it in alignment with what their budget will allow,” Smook says.
Basic, simple deck design generally means more usable space. Keeping things modular is also a good plan. Instead of building planters and benches into the deck, Smook encourages homeowners to add freestanding pots and benches. “This allows for movement when space is needed and an opportunity to change them out with seasonal colors,” he says. Weight loads on a deck area also should be considered when planning. “Average-weight furniture and get-togethers with family and friends are fine, but no deck is designed to have a hot tub or roof structure placed over it without reinforcement and extra footings," Smook cautions. “Before you decide to place something extra-heavy on your deck, it’s always a good idea to consult your builder.” INSPIREDHOMEMAGAZINE.COM
MATERIALS Smook firmly believes decking material is one of the most important things to consider when building a new deck because it is more an investment today than years ago. "Treated and cedar decking are low cost and budget friendly, but require painting and staining yearly to prolong their life," Smook warns. “After a few years, a wood deck might begin cupping, bowing or twisting. When repaired, these are unforeseen costs that can result in doubling your initial budget.” Another consideration for Smook is the material usage. Low-maintenance decking sometimes costs upwards of $100 per board, so accurate product estimations are needed for the project to keep waste to a minimum. Your home is an investment and so is your deck. Low-maintenance materials allow you to do it once and not worry about a thing for many years to come. “With most products," Smook says, "a 25+-year warranty is pretty standard, so you’ll be enjoying your new deck for many years to come.”
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Simplicity is always a valuable key to add much needed space to your decking plan. Aluminum railings in black, white, or bronze are popular choices for today's decks.
Simplicity gains an extra nod for acquired space in this design plan incorporating aluminum railings in white with cables. Aluminum railings are growing in popularity and they're budget friendly.
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BY BERNIE ERICKSON
he spring Art, Design & Architecture issue of Inspired Home magazine is one of my favorites. I enjoy talking about travel, entertaining and food; but I earn my living in residential real estate because I love beautiful homes as well as applaud and respect the people who invest so much time and energy in creating an inspired home for themselves and their loved ones. That said, I also have to be careful about wisecracks regarding home design and décor so as to not incite another backlash like the 2016 “what’s-the-deal-with-words-on-the-wall?” incident. For this issue, I’m going to stick with the 1970s and the home my buddy purchased that was built in that era. I was born in the ’60s, grew up in the ’70s and turned 21 in the ’80s. So did my friend Coatimundi. I grew up in north central Minnesota,
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the son of very sensible, no-nonsense parents of Scandinavian descent. My actual given name is Robert Bernard Erickson, Jr. My friend Coatimundi was either conceived or born on the northwest Pacific beach of Costa Rica. His parents were ‘60s hippies who were totally entranced by the very friendly native beach raccoon-like animals called Coatimundi. His actual given name is Coatimundi Sky Johnson. I ended up being called “Bernie” by my family at about 3 weeks of age, and he, for obvious reasons, ended up being called “Cody” in kindergarten — and, begrudgingly, by his family by about age 17. Anyway, Cody called me up and invited me over to see the 1970s home he had just purchased. It seems a favorite aunt and uncle had built the home in 1973, and realized it was time for them to move
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The front door was very dark, and it had 18 extremely elaborate molding squares with a doorknocker the size of my head.
to a more manageable living environment. Back in the ’70s, a style of home called “splitlevel” or “raised ranch,”’ depending on where you lived, became really popular. A stairway was required to get pretty much anywhere you went in the home, which contained lots of small rooms, each with different color carpet and garish wallpaper. Kitchens could only hold one person and had a huge buzzing florescent light fixture that made everyone look ill. Attached garages were just starting to catch on and most of the homes of this era had a single stall attached. Some of the more fortunate families had a remote control that opened the door. Cody’s home was all this and then some. The front door was very dark and had 18 extremely elaborate molding squares with a door knocker the size of my head. The giant door handle operated by pushing down on a large tab with my thumb. They called this décor style “Mediterranean,” which seemed totally appropriate for the upper Midwest United States. The living room had orange shag carpet that looked like it had been recently vacuumed and raked, a bold floral velvet sofa, two Barcaloungers: one in dark brown Naugahyde (his) and a smaller scale version in avocado green burlap-type material (hers). In the kitchen were not one, but two wall ovens in copper-tone, a 24-inch cooktop with metal coils, a trash compactor, a side-byside refrigerator in harvest gold — and an Amana Radar Range. When we were kids, we had to leave the room when mom operated the radar-range oven because there was a believed risk of our developing brains getting radiated. That would explain a lot. The best thing about this kitchen? It had flooring that looked like a tile-pattern linoleum, but it was really carpet! Live grass would be the only thing less practical on the kitchen floor.
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The rec-room in the lower level had furniture made of fake whiskey barrels and fake wagon wheels covered in burnt orange, harvest gold and avocado green Naugahyde. I suspect everything was in such pristine condition because: 1. Aunt Sally took very good care of everything, and 2. Everything was made of synthetic materials that would take a thousand years to eventually break down. Like every other room in the home, the bathroom remained untouched since 1973. The ceiling had a four-light chandelier in antique brass with crystal droplets, a yellow bathtub with adhesive daisy non-slip decals, metallic gold-and- black flocked wallpaper in a regal fleur-de-lis pattern and wall-to-wall green shag carpet. Think about it, the ’70s was all about giant hair-dos supported by backcombing and a daily can of Aqua-Net hairspray, so it made perfect sense to have a bathroom covered top to bottom with nonwashable surfaces. What goes around comes around applies
to everything in life, design and architecture. Those ’70s split-level/raised ranch-style homes are now being restored to their latemid century glory. Hopefully, we won’t see carpet in kitchens and bathrooms again. Anything less than a three-stall garage now seems small. And the sleek and sexy curves of laminate-surfaced furniture of the ’60s and ’70s are back in. After peeling off four acres of wallpaper, filling a roll-off dumpster with shag carpet and scraping popcorn ceilings, we started over with a clean slate. Vinyl flooring went in any room that had a water supply. Neutral tweed carpet went throughout the home as well as boomerang-pattern Formica countertops. A coat of car wax on the original appliances revived them, and we added a bit of nostalgic flocked wallpaper to the main level half-bath. Before we knew it, a tired old home was “restored” to its modern day/retro glory — ready for the next family to make a lifetime of memories.
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ergolas are a beautiful piece of garden architecture and although their styles and materials may have changed, their purpose has remained the same for over 3000 years. The earliest known surviving garden design plan, dating back to 1400 BC, belonged to an Egyptian high court official of Thebes, detailing a pergola design that arched over the entry way into the garden. Pergolas have served many purposes throughout time such as beautiful hanging gardens for the rich elite. They have also served as a functional means for certain species of harvestable vegetation to grow for the common worker and provided a means for vining plants to climb for the backyard enthusiast. Elegant 70 | MARCH/April 2020
shade structures, pergolas, derive their name from the Latin word “pergula” which refers to a “projecting eave,” commonly found as an extended roof or arbor. The first known use of the term pergola dates back to the 1640s during the late medieval period. Similarly during this time, Eastern Asia was creating their own pergola structures, which featured curved beams that emulated their arched architecture structure. The Great Italian Renaissance in the 17th century brought new life to the pergola. Perhaps more for their beauty than the functionality, this artistic revival period brought pergolas that featured smooth stone pillars that were large and dramatic. INSPIREDHOMEMAGAZINE.COM
"Elegant shade structures, pergolas, derive their name from the Latin word “pergula” which refers to a “projecting eave.”
This beautiful ancient pergola in southern Italy hovers an entire walking path bolstered by original marble columns.
High above the Mediterranean Sea, sits an ancient terrace pergola at Villa Rufolo in Ravello, Italy. Dating back to the 13th century, ancient pergolas are a common sight in the province of Salerno.
The renaissance Villa La Pietra Garden is the home to this ancient pergola walk way in the hills outside Florence, Italy.
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BY ASHLEY FERRAGUT JOHNSON | PHOTOS COURTESY OF WEST FARGO ANIMAL HOSPITAL
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at West Fargo Animal Hospital (WFAH) to learn more about this common practice. Dr. Carrie Summerfield, DVM and practice owner at WFAH, explains, â&#x20AC;&#x153;We use laser therapy frequently in our practice. It is good for treating pain and inflammation (arthritis, injuries), and it can aid in wound healing. We can even use it on the incision following surgery.â&#x20AC;? The method by which this treatment is utilized is surprisingly easy to understand. Essentially, red and near infrared light (NIR) are applied
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to the body and are to have positive effects on tissue or muscle. Because the concentration of the light is considerably lower than those lasers used for cautery, the lasers do not heat up the tissue, which avoids damage to the surface it is treating. It is thought that this type of therapy works because of its ability to support cell health and reproduction. It stimulates the growth of new tissue and can even trigger the release of endorphins, which all promote wellness and health. As with any medical procedure, these types of therapies need to be approached carefully and with the consultation of a trained professional. While there are many at-home options that can be ordered and performed in the comfort of your home, it is always safest to leave it up to your veterinarian. Not everyone is a candidate for cold laser therapy, and it is always best to err on the side of caution. Dr. Summerfield continues, “The laser should not be used over any area suspected to have cancer, over an open growth plate in young growing animals, on a pregnant animal or over an injection site.” When it comes to the cost of such procedures, laser light therapy is relatively inexpensive, though prices for the treatments, of course, vary from place to place. The frequency and number of sessions needed to acquire the desired result is also something that may affect the cost. Whether your pet suffers from arthritis, autoimmune disease or has recently undergone surgery, this non-invasive procedure may be just what the veterinarian ordered. Speak with your veterinarian to consider the option of cold laser therapy for your pet’s health, comfort and well-being.
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This farm table is a combination of classicism and modernity for a spring brunch. Fresh fruit, French cream roses and Waterford stemware create a perfect setting for guests.
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fter the silence of winter with the heavy snow absorbing all sound, the cacophony of spring is welcome. Is there anything sweeter than the sound of returning robins and other songbirds? Lawn mowers replace snowblowers and the sweet smell of fresh-cut grass wafts through open windows. Or is it the pop of the cork from a bottle of Taittinger Blanc de Blanc, signaling the return of brunch on the patio? Spring is brunch — big hats, sassy frocks and golf. ANATOMY OF A BRUNCH By definition, brunch is a late morning meal in lieu of breakfast or lunch. To many, brunch is a buffet at the club on Sunday. For me, it’s a late Sunday morning get-together with friends
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at someone’s home with copious amounts of Champagne or a Bloody Mary or two. It might include the morning paper, recounts of the week’s activities and kids scrambling over furniture terrorizing the cat; all the while the kitchen is in a mild state of chaos. The aromas coming from the kitchen act as a siren’s call luring guests to the kitchen. Steal a piece of a muffin and you’re told, “Set the table,” and everyone pitches in. Before your eyes, the long farm kitchen table is transformed: cutlery is set, glassware polished and bowls of fresh-cut flowers floating in bowls of water adorn the table. Corks are popped, glasses topped off, and the parade of platters and bowls of food emerge from the kitchen with overwhelming aromas. Pop another bottle of champagne.
MENU The menu might include eggs baked in crusty rustic bread and tomato sauce, lemon ricotta crepes with fresh berries, grilled mushroom salad with goat cheese and truffle oil vinaigrette. Add orange-scented risotto with sweet shrimp and tomato oil, charred beef tenderloin carpaccio with arugula, shaved Pecorino and a spring asparagus tart. A fantastic spread, but why not more? Imagine a lovely tiered English sherry trifle of sponge cake, vanilla custard, berries and whipped cream next to a lemon tart with raspberries dusted with powdered sugar. Chocolate, you say, where is the chocolate? It appears in a chocolate pot de creme, lush and rich, smooth with a hint
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Corks are popped, glasses topped off, and the parade of platters and bowls of food emerge from the kitchen with overwhelming aromas.
A sure sign of spring. Guests will enjoy the fresh asparagus picks of the season nestled in a lush, creamy tart.
Perfect for the menu — fresh farm-stand eggs baked in a sumptuous, rich tomato sauce, and ready to serve.
of brandy. They all go very well with a nice sparking French rosé, not too sweet but light, crisp and fresh. Coffee, perhaps later?
A perfect menu addition: charred beef tenderloin carpaccio with arugula and parmesan reggiano — a perfect union.
BRUNCH PREP The trifle is assembled on Friday — it gets better as it sits for a while. Saturday is spent quietly puttering around the kitchen after a morning round of golf getting things in order. On Saturday, we finish the lemon tart, so it has plenty of time to set. We grill the mushrooms and marinate them, and also char the beef tenderloin, all for the same reason — so they get time to rest while building the flavor. We get all
the little piddly things done and out of the way ahead of time. Sunday morning is time for coffee and some toast. We don’t want to mess up the kitchen before we start. Put together the big bowl of mushroom salad and the platter of sliced carpaccio ready to go. Pop the asparagus tart in the oven while whipping together the batter for the pancakes. Heat the tomato sauce and fry the bread for the eggs to sit in. Is all this abundant decadence really appropriate with “lake season” just around the corner? Bathing suits, shorts and skirts weather is coming. How will we wear all this food as summer nears? We could cut
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out the eggs and bread and let the asparagus tart fill the egg void. Use low-fat ricotta in the crepes, eliminate the risotto completely and perhaps steamed salmon in place of the beef tenderloin — cost effective and healthier. Incorporate more fruit. Yogurt and fizzy lemonade could replace the Champagne. Again, much healthier and way more cost effective. But then again, spring only comes around once a year and it has been a bit of a rough winter with all the snow. As the late great Robin Williams once said: “Spring is nature’s way of saying, ‘Let’s party!’”
Add colorful drama and beauty with a towering sherry trifle with custard, cake and strawberries.
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RICOTTA CREPES WITH FRESH BERRIES INGREDIENTS:
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• 1 cup milk • 1 egg • ½ cup plus 1 Tbs. all-purpose flour • ½ tsp. salt • ½ tsp. canola oil • 1 pint raspberries • 3 Tbs. granulated sugar, or to taste • 1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese • ½ tsp. orange zest • 4 Tbs unsalted butter, melted • Confectioners sugar for dusting METHOD: In a blender, combine the milk, egg, flour, salt, oil and zest and blend until smooth. Transfer to a bowl, cover and refrigerate for 2 to 8 hours. In a large bowl, combine the raspberries and 2 Tbs. of the granulated sugar.
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In another bowl, combine the ricotta, zest and the remaining 1 Tbs. granulated sugar. Set aside. In a 6-inch nonstick pan over medium heat, add 1 tsp. of the melted butter to coat the pan evenly. Pour in 1/3 cup of the batter and spread with a spatula. Cook until the crepe is golden underneath, 1 to 2 minutes. Flip the crepe over and cook for 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer to a plate and cover with aluminum foil. Repeat to make 4 to 6 crepes. Cover half of each crepe with the ricotta mixture and fold into quarters. Place crepes on a large serving plate. Top with the berries and dust with confectioners sugar. Serve immediately. Serves 4 to 6. More recipes are on our Facebook page. INSPIREDHOMEMAGAZINE.COM
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read making can be intimidating to a lot of us. A tedious encounter with yeast, “proving” dough, punching it down and shaping the loaf all seems labor intensive and time consuming, discouraging a lot of would-be bread bakers. That said, I have always enjoyed making and baking bread. I actually love the process, the time and patience it requires. And then I had a baby. That sort of changed … well, everything. Once I settled into life as a new mom (but do you really ever?), I found myself in the kitchen baking again — with baby in tow. I 82 | MARCH/April 2020
quickly learned that if I wanted to bake, it had to be easy, not too involved, yet flavorful and pleasant to the eye. Was it even possible? Yes! One of my favorite quick-bake recipes I discovered is a “no-knead” bread. I’m calling it an artisanal loaf because it is beautiful to look at, crusty and delicious. No doubt about it, it is easier than making brownies from a box and easier than frying an egg (which I think is harder than it should be). Definitely, it is easier than driving to your local bakery and overpaying for a fancy loaf of bread you could make at home.
This bread requires only four ingredients, one bowl and a small bit of time. That is it. I could make this bread between diaper changes with my eyes closed. And, actually, I have done just that. There is a lovely simplicity to this bread, which is betrayed by its artisanal look and its delicious taste. Reminiscent of bread you might find wrapped in brown paper in a European bakery, Dutch oven bread is impressive in its good looks. The Dutch oven baking yields a beautiful brown crusty top and soft brown bottom. INSPIREDHOMEMAGAZINE.COM
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Bread making can be intimidating to a lot of us.
Who would have thought it could be this easy? Having all four of your ingredients out, organized and ready to go makes this bread-making process even faster.
There are only four ingredients and you basically dump them all in one bowl. I love that you don’t have to “prove” this dough. Simply mix all the ingredients together, that’s it!
Gently mix all four ingredients together in your bowl. One important tip for you — the dough will be very soft and really sticky. It will be totally manageable though.
Transfer the dough to a clean, ungreased bowl. I prefer to use my clear glass mixing bowl. It makes it a lot easier to tell when it has doubled or needs more time rising.
I like to wait a full 24 hours for my dough to rise. The dough should be bubbly and more than doubled. The longer wait will result in a richer, more flavorful bread.
Flour your hands when you "shape" the sticky dough. Punch down the dough and shape into a ball as best you can, then transfer to a floured piece of parchment paper.
Use your mitts to remove the preheated empty Dutch oven from the oven. Place the dusted parchment paper and dough ball in the hot pot and you are ready to bake.
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The difficult part is to let the bread fully cool before slicing. If you cut while it’s still hot, you will lose all the delicious moisture. Enjoy this beautiful artisan-looking bread!
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DUTCH OVEN NO-KNEAD, ONE-BOWL BREAD METHOD: In a large bowl, mix the flour, salt and yeast. Gradually add warm water to the dry mixture and mix gently until all flour is incorporated and it forms a rough ball. (It will be sticky.) Transfer dough to a large, ungreased bowl. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let rise for 18 to 24 hours, until the dough doubles and the surface is covered with tiny bubbles.
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When you're ready to bake, preheat oven to 450 F degrees. Place a 5-quart (or smaller) cast iron pot with lid inside the oven to heat up thoroughly to 450 F degrees, about 30 minutes. Remove Dutch oven and set aside — use oven mitts!
roughly shape it into a ball as best you can. Dough will be sticky. Place the formed ball of dough on parchment paper, big enough to cover the bottom of pot. Lift corners of parchment paper and lower the dough into the hot pot. Bake for 30 minutes with lid on. Remove Dutch oven from oven, remove lid and bake another 15 to 20 minutes until golden brown. Remove from oven and place bread on cooling rack. Cool completely before slicing. Invite your friends for fresh bread and jam with a freshly brewed cup of coffee. They’ll be impressed!
Remove dough from bowl and place on a well-floured surface. Sprinkle the dough with a generous tablespoon of flour. Dust your hands, too! Punch down the dough and
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n high school, I sang in an ensemble called the Renaissance Singers. I woke up recently singing the alto line of this beautiful English madrigal by Thomas Morley, completely out of the blue. It’s incredible how powerful our memory for music is. I haven’t actively sung this song in 30 years, but I recalled almost the entirety of my part all these years later. But then I started thinking about the lines of this Italian poem. We on the Plains are the embodiment of this poem. April lives, expectantly, on our faces. It’s the way we turn them up to embrace the first rays of the springtime sun, providing a noticeable measure of warmth as well as light after our long, frigid winters. Everything feels, smells and seems new, and we look upon the world as if for the first time all over again, April after April. As soon as we feel the sun, trusting that 86 | MARCH/April 2020
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it will melt the massive mounds of winter away, our eyes begin to look to summer and all that that entails. We eagerly yearn to dig in our gardens, searching for the first signs of sprouts and shoots. We seek out the return of the birds, delighting in our first glimpse of a Robin. We plan ahead to long, lazy days, eating outside, family trips away, evenings spent on porches and back yards. But even as we plan for and live in the glorious days and nights of summer, we are, all of us Plains people, indoctrinated with our forefathers’ and foremothers’ understanding that the harvest season will shortly be upon us. And we must prepare. We ready our yards for the end of this beautiful season of fresh and seemingly endless gifts known as summer. We cover or bring in our plants at night. We pull out the last of our vegetables from our
gardens and can or freeze the bounty. Our patio furniture gets cleaned up and stored away. We swap out our lawn mowers for snow blowers in readiness for what will surely come next. And in our hearts, we know that the massive mounds of winter will be here again before we know it. Even as we are looking up, embracing the spring sun’s warmth, or digging in the glorious dirt of summer or enjoying a fall fire outside in the last lingering days of autumn, we know, deep down, that winter will always come again. But so will April, July and September. The Italian poet wasn’t thinking about northern America when he wrote these lines, but they remain true for us anyway. Each season has its place in our lives and in our bodies. Embrace and enjoy them all. INSPIREDHOMEMAGAZINE.COM
The Cork’n’Cleaver made it’s debut in spring of 1970…a new, casual, dining experience with a southwestern flair. Our original menu featured only four, hand-cut, aged steaks plus our garden fresh salad bar and your choice of a Red River Valley baked potato, sautéed button mushrooms or a Castroville Artichoke. Over the years, the menu has diversified to include Alaskan King Crab, Walleye Pike, Jumbo Black Tiger Shrimp and Teriyaki Chicken. When appetizers were added, we started with Beer Batter Mushrooms and our famous ‘Lavosh.’ We came across it in a small Armenian bakery in Fresno and brought the recipe home. Since then, we’ve added Smoked Salmon, Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail, Artichoke Spinach Dip, Crab Cakes, Pike Fingers and more! The Cork offers an escape into a casual and friendly atmosphere. Enjoy dinner, appetizers or a cocktail, beer or glass of wine in front of our cozy adobe fireplaces and when weather permits, remember our patio for summer fun! When we opened in 1970, our South University Drive location was out of the way and our concept was ‘out of the ordinary.’ After 50 years, The Cork is no longer ‘out of the way’ but our concept is still out of the ordinary.
Join us and celebrate 50 years at The Cork! 3301 South University Drive - Fargo 701-237-6790 - www.fargocork.com
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