Brentwood, TN March 2018 by City Lifestyle

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A MODEL REMODELING COMPANY ‘PROPERTY BROTHERS’ JONATHAN AND DREW SCOTT SHARE THEIR TIPS

DO YOUR SHELF A FAVOR

LIFESTYLE LETTER

MARCH 2018 PUBLISHER

Jennifer Downs | Jennifer.Downs@LifestylePubs.com EDITOR

Nicolette Martin | Nicolette.Martin@LifestylePubs.com CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

William Harwood CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Home Is Where the Heart Is

James Jordan

THE CONCEPT OF HOME IS DIFFERENT FOR EVERYONE. For some, home is where the family is. It’s the place where weekends were— or still are—filled with baby snuggles, bedtime stories and Saturday morning cartoons. The place where the smell of bacon and pancakes fills the air on Sunday mornings, "do your homework before you go outside" is a daily mantra and unsnoozable slobbery dog kisses take the place of your morning alarm. For others, home is where the rest is. It’s the place where, after a long day, they go to relax. Where they spend meaningful time with their significant other, enjoy home-cooked meals and settle in on a comfy couch to catch up on the week's latest guilty pleasure TV shows.

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For some, home is where the work is. It's where they build their dreams, where they start their businesses and where they work day in and day out for success.

LAYOUT DESIGNERS

And for us here at Brentwood Lifestyle, home is where the heart is—it's where we get to share meaningful stories with all of you. Whatever your home may be, we hope you find a piece of it here in this month's issue.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE MARCH 2018

FEATURES 14 A Class All its Own Beautiful Home Stands Out in Luxurious Governors Club Neighborhood

16 A Model Remodeling Company A Local Business on TV

24 Remodeling: Experts Share Do’s and Don’ts ‘Property Brothers’ Jonathan and Drew Scott Share their Tips

24 16

28 A Happy Brentwood Family’s Hometown Dish Brentwood Restaurateurs James and Jenny Ren Share a Favorite Dish

DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

Good Times

Around Town

Open House

20 Artists Palette 28 Culinary Creations 32 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Parting Thoughts

USING THE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE JOB Getting your building or remodeling project done right requires the right tools and having the right vehicle can be one of most important. There are few feelings in life more frustrating than finding yourself in the middle of a project without the right tools to complete the job. Having the right vehicle is no different. Sheets of plywood strapped to the back of a convertible isn’t the safest bet. But no need to fret, Toyota has your back. Toyota builds cars and trucks for how you live and work, and the Tundra is the perfect fit for both the seasoned contractor or do-it-yourselfer. The Tundra delivers the durability and toughness you expect, combined with fuel efficiency and innovative safety features. It provides standard features like the largest fuel tank in its class, largest front brakes in its class and the ability to tow up to 10,200 lbs. Just point us to the next job site. The Tundra offers two powerful i-FORCE engines to choose from—a brawny 5.7L V8 or an efficient 4.6L V8 and both feature Dual Independent Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i) to optimize engine breathing for maximum power and efficiency.

And, let’s not forget about safety. A hardhat is always a great idea, but the Tundra takes safety to a whole new level. Toyota Safety SenseTM P (TSS-P) is an active safety package that comes standard on every new Toyota Tundra. This advanced precautionary safety system combines the Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection (PCS W/PD), Lane Departure Alert (LDA) with Sway Warning System (SWS), Automatic High Beams (AHB) and Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC) to assist you. Taking on a project that requires a tow? When properly equipped, Tundra has a payload capacity of up to 1730 lbs., plus an available deck rail system and an easy lower and lift tailgate, to make these projects a little easier to tackle. Some say loading, unloading, hauling and towing a ton of lumber, gear and supplies is a ton of work. Tundra owners have another word for it: Saturday.

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GOOD TIMES

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AROUND TOWN

ONLINE COURSES COMING TO WCS IN 2018-19

unique salads. In addition to its classic and buildyour-own salad options, Chopt travels to a new

Online courses will be offered in four subject areas for Williamson County high school students next year.

destination every 60 days, creating limited-time only salads inspired by locations near and far.

As part of the school board’s strategic plan to explore

The Brentwood location opened with Destination

a variety of learning opportunities, the district will offer

Vietnam, featuring such Vietnamese-inspired dishes

17 online courses during the 2018-19 school year:

as the Saigon Chicken Bánh Mì Salad, the Vietnamese

English I, II, III and IV, algebra I, geometry, algebra II, AP

Meatball Noodle Bowl and the Shrimp Summer Roll

computer science A, physical science, biology, chemis-

Salad. The restaurant’s salads can be complemented

try, physics, U.S. history, economics, government, world

with one of 18 dressings that are made from scratch on a

history/geography and personal finance. The courses

daily basis. Lemonades and teas are also freshly-brewed.

will be taught by Williamson County Schools educators.

Chopt adds a local freshness to its menu by build-

High school students will have the choice of

ing partnerships with regional artisans and purvey-

online courses available as they register for next year’s classes. Each high school will share additional information with families.

ors like Booch Kombucha and Switters Coffee. The restaurant features more than 55 seats, including communal dining areas, booth seating, a large outdoor patio area and playful wallpaper created in

CHOPT CREATIVE SALAD CO. NOW OPEN IN HILL CENTER BRENTWOOD

partnership with Batabasta, a Spanish design duo. Founded in New York City in 2001 by best

Chopt Creative Salad Co. opened its doors to

friends Tony Shure and Colin McCabe, Chopt has

customers in February. The restaurant is located

expanded to a family of more than 50 restaurants in

at 211 Franklin Road, Suite 160, in the Hill Center

New York, Washington, D.C., Virginia, Maryland and

Brentwood development.

North Carolina, with more to come soon.

Chopt

combines

seasonal

ingredients

and

authentic flavors from around the world to invent its

Chopt’s hours will be 10:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. daily. For more information on Chopt, visit ChoptSalad.com. CONTINUED >

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FIVE WCS EDUCATORS RECEIVE NATIONAL BOARD CERTIFICATION Five Williamson County Schools educators have

in the center will remain open during construction, which is expected to be completed by mid-October 2018.

earned the honor of being nationally board-certified by

The exterior renovations will occur on a

the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards.

rolling construction schedule starting at the

Allendale

Elementary

guidance

counselor

north end of the building that includes a vacant

Suzanne Edwards. Independence High fine arts

end-cap space and Puffy Muffin. Completion

department head Jennifer Helm, Independence

of this first section is expected by mid-Octo-

High science teacher Andrea Reeder, Centennial

ber. The next section of construction begins

High AP English teacher Susanna Singleton and

mid-March on the storefronts of Hot Pink, The

Brentwood High fine arts and wellness teacher

Fresh Market and Pear Tree Avenue, and will

Lindsey Quitmeier join 5,470 other newly certified

conclude around early July. The last section

educators around the country.

will include storefronts for Katy ’s Hallmark,

Becoming a National Board Certified Teacher is considered one of the top honors an educa-

Hair Expressions, FedEx and REI. This work will begin mid-May and conclude mid-October.

tor can earn. It was designed to develop, retain

The facade improvements include removing the

and recognize accomplished teachers in schools

limestone canopy on the front of the center and

across the nation. The board was created by

adding new vertical design elements that comple-

teachers, for teachers, and has certified more

ment the building’s brick color and coordinate with

than 118,000 teachers nationwide.

the new center. Existing storefront canopies will be

HILL CENTER BRENTWOOD OPEN DURING RENOVATIONS Renovations began in late January on Hill Center Brentwood’s circa-1986 building. All retailers

replaced with metal awnings, and new lighting and planters will be installed. Additionally, the walkway along the front of the center will be reworked to meet paving and the landscape standards and to connect with the new center.

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A Class All its Own BEAUTIFUL HOME STANDS OUT IN LUXURIOUS GOVERNORS CLUB NEIGHBORHOOD ARTICLE WILLIAM HARWOOD | PHOTOGRAPHY JAMES JORDAN

WITH ITS SAFE STREETS, GREAT SCHOOLS, BOUTIQUE SHOPS AND PROXIMITY TO AN INCREAS-

“We love entertaining,” Lisa says. “This house is perfect for dinner parties.”

INGLY COSMOPOLITAN NASHVILLE, FEW PLACES

Upstairs are three bedrooms, each with its own full bath. The

IN THE COUNTRY BOAST AS HIGH A QUALITY OF

master bedroom is on the first floor, just off the family room,

LIFE AS BRENTWOOD. However, just as all cuts of

and has access to a terrace with unobstructed private views of

steak are not filet mignon, not all of Brentwood’s many

the valley and the hills beyond. There are also seven terraces,

fine neighborhoods are the Governors Club. In fact,

each with its unique purpose–sunbathing, enjoying a fireplace,

none of them are. When it comes to luxurious living, the

entertaining guests—but all with gorgeous views.

Governors Club is simply a cut above the rest.

The home’s lower level—the term “basement” sim-

Set on over 600 acres of gently rolling hills with spring-

ply does not do this space justice—allows in ample light

fed streams, stocked fishing ponds and an Arnold Palmer-

through its picture windows and still overlooks the custom

designed championship golf course, the guarded and

estate homes of the neighbors farther down in the valley.

gated Governors Club stands out in a town remarkable for

This level has everything one would expect from a home

its many beautiful homes. But, within the Governors Club

of this caliber: a media room, an entertaining room, a wine

itself, one custom estate still stands above the others—lit-

cellar, an exercise studio, ample storage and storm shelter,

erally. The 11,000-plus-square-foot home sits high on a hill,

and, of course, an extra bedroom with its own full bath.

looking out over the roofs of its neighbors, and belongs to Lisa and Kent Eshleman, the original owners. A tour is breathtaking. Immediately, it is evident that the

“We had teenagers for seven years in this house” Kent recalls. “And this is the place where all their buddies would hang out. Having this basement was priceless.”

builder put a lot of thought into getting it right. The house

Now that their kids are grown and gone, Kent and Lisa

is situated to maximize privacy, making the wooded lot feel

are selling this gem. They have freshly painted the full inte-

much bigger than its 1.12 acres. Stepping inside the cus-

rior and have installed new light fixtures. Any buyer would

tom-designed, wrought iron entry, the three-level home offers

be coming into a vibrant place.

sophistication, style and comfort throughout with an open

“There’s a strong sense of community here,” Lisa says. “We

floor plan that creates a feeling of spaciousness without ever

meet at the Pleasant Hill Mansion on Mondays for breakfast

feeling cavernous. On the first level, walnut flooring gener-

and coffee. We also recently had a pep rally for the Titans.”

ates a warm tone and helps connect the family room with its wood-burning fireplace and 20-foot ceiling to the kitchen with

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A Model Remodeling Company

A LOCAL BUSINESS ON TV

ARTICLE WILLIAM HARWOOD | PHOTOGRAPHY JAMES JORDAN

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IMAGINE

YOU

PRODUCE

HGTV’S

"PROPERTY BROTHERS," THE POPULAR

And now RSU Contractors is on TV. Not that it was easy.

SHOW IN WHICH TWO BROTHERS, DREW

“There were timeline pressures and

AND JONATHAN SCOTT, TRAVEL AROUND

schedules had to be met,” Mark recalls.

THE COUNTRY HELPING HOMEOWNERS

“Sometimes it was hard to work with

TRANSFORM UGLY DUCKLING FIXER-UP-

three parties: us, the homeowner and

PERS INTO SWANLIKE DREAM HOMES.

'Property Brothers.'"

Time is tight. Budgets are tighter. Things don’t

Nevertheless, it proved another job well-

always go as planned. As the producer, the

done, and more collaborations are slated

last thing you want is to work with a local con-

with "Property Brothers."

tracting firm that is anything less than the best.

“We focus on delivering top quality,” Mark

That’s why, when you research remodeling

says. “Our biggest asset and difference are

firms in the Nashville area, you choose to part-

our people. We have long-time employees

ner with RSU Contractors. Founded by Mark

who take pride in their work and care about

Williams in 1982 while still a student at Middle

delivering quality to our customers.”

Tennessee State University, RSU Contractors

So, whether the cameras are rolling or not,

has—like middle Tennessee—grown and

providing highest-quality remodeling is sim-

grown and grown some more, weighing in

ply business as usual for RSU Contractors,

today as one of the 100 biggest remodeling

a company whose success is a testament to

companies in the nation.

meeting its customers’ needs.

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A MODEL REMODELING COMPANY

(CON TI N UED)

“Almost all our jobs have a human element,” Mark says. “The space we create is usually the customers’ favorite place in their home. It’s where friends and family meet on a screen porch or a new family room. We work for expecting parents all the time—gotta get the new baby’s room ready! A lot of in-law suites where aging parents or family will stay, visit or live.” To help prospective customers get ideas for their own homes, RSU Contractors has partnered with Ellen Sherwood Design, creating a design center and showroom in Brentwood. “Now our clients can meet with RSU One of the Nashville homes RSU remodeled for "Property Brothers."

Remodeling and Design Consultants and see samples of products and materials for their dream projects," Mark says. "The ability to see different products and ideas in one location brings value and convenience to all our clients.”

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HOW DID THE IDEA FOR CREATING ARTISAN IRON

WHAT STATEMENT DOES AN IRON LION DOOR

DOORS FIRST ARISE?

MAKE ABOUT A HOME?

Starting in 1999, my father and I were working in metallurgy

It personalizes and enhances the center point of the home.

and metal coatings for customers like Ford, Fiat, Nissan,

For custom, luxury homes, it is the centerpiece and is repre-

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sentative of the quality and thought that went into the entire

manufacturing

and

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'PROPERTY BROTHERS' JONATHAN AND DREW SCOTT SHARE THEIR TIPS

WHEN IT COMES TO SPOTTING A FIXER-UPPER THAT

over to say thank you for your support! Just having neighbors

CAN PROFITABLY BE TRANSFORMED INTO A STUN-

informed can alleviate headaches such as being reported to

NING DREAM HOME, FEW ARE AS ADEPT AT THE ART

the city. That can slow things down even though you have all

AS THE FAMOUS "PROPERTY BROTHERS," JONATHAN

the appropriate permits.

AND DREW SCOTT. Jonathan is a renowned designer and contractor; Drew, an experienced real estate expert. Here are

WHAT CAN BE DONE TO REDUCE UNSIGHTLY DEBRIS

some tips they share for renovating and remodeling.

OR DAMAGE TO FRONT YARD? Jonathan: Always have a bin and toss any debris directly

IS THERE A RULE OF THUMB FOR HOW MUCH MONEY

into it, or have items that are being donated picked up the

TO SPEND RELATIVE TO THE VALUE OF THE COMPS

same day. Try your best not to pile up garbage in the front

IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD?

yard because that is something that will definitely annoy the

Jonathan: The rule is just to know what the comps look like. So

neighbors and have the city breathing down your neck.

many people will buy a home and renovate without knowing what the value would be in the end. If you over-renovate for

WHERE WILL MATERIALS BE STORED?

what people are willing to pay in that neighborhood, you’ll

Jonathan: Any new materials should be stored in a secure

have a hard time seeing that money back out if you have to sell. place. A garage, basement, wherever you can put them so they’re not going to be in the way of your workers. HOW MUCH OF A ROLE DOES WEATHER PLAY? ARE THERE CERTAIN TIMES OF THE YEAR BETTER FOR

WHAT IF HOA PREVENTS A JOB? ARE THERE

SELLING THAN OTHERS?

CREATIVE WAYS TO MEET HOMEOWNERS

Drew: Statistically, spring is the best time to sell the home.

ASSOCIATION RULES?

Weather is better, and homeowners spend the whole winter

Drew: Your best bet is to make sure you have read all of the

fixing up the place and figuring out their plan to sell. Fall is a

HOA rules and regulations and do everything by the book.

good time as well since families are in town and many want

Be organized when submitting a request. Keep in mind that

to settle into a new place before the kids go back to school.

HOAs can be very frustrating at times because typically you

However, if you’re looking to buy, the dead of winter can be

are submitting a request to a group of other homeowners.

a great time because the market is slow and somebody sell-

Sometimes you have people on the board that will just deny

ing typically means they’re anxious to offload the property.

things because they feel like denying it.

HOW DO YOU GAUGE HOW LONG A JOB WILL TAKE

IS THERE A REMODELING CHOICE THAT CUSTOMERS

AND HOW SHOULD THE HOMEOWNERS PREPARE

SOMETIMES REGRET?

THEMSELVES SHOULD THE TIMELINES NOT BE MET?

Jonathan: If there’s only one bathroom in the house, some

Jonathan: You have to value the importance of working with

homeowners try to put in a beautiful, spalike shower by

professionals. If you don’t know how to do roofing, how

removing the tub. Inevitably, they always regret this when

would you know how long it will take to complete? As well,

they go to sell. Buyers with families avoid because they are

any major renovation will always have something pop up that

looking at houses with a tub.

is unexpected. You hope that it’s a small fix, but you have to be willing to roll with the punches.

IS THERE A REMODELING CHOICE THAT YOU MOST RECOMMEND? IN OTHER WORDS, WHAT'S

ANY TIPS ON HOW TO APPROACH/INFORM THE

THE "BIGGEST HIT?"

NEIGHBORS ABOUT MAJOR RENOVATION?

Drew: Instead of just focusing your renovation efforts on the

Drew: It’s important to keep your neighbors happy. Before

kitchen and bathrooms, do more of a mild makeover on the

you start a project keep them informed.

entire home and try to add at least one feature to each space.

Jonathan: We always speak with our neighbors in person at

It doesn’t have to be expensive. A new light fixture, stunning

the start and then send a letter around to each keeping them

decor, flowing flooring, etc. Paint the picture for buyers so

in the loop as to what’s happening. We also send gift baskets

they can see themselves living in the space.

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CULINARY CREATIONS Yanping (Jenny) and Chuanlu (James) Ren sit down to a meal of Happy Family at Corner Asian Bistro.

A Happy Brentwood Family’s Hometown Dish

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BRENTWOOD RESTAURATEURS JAMES AND JENNY REN SHARE A FAVORITE DISH

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MARCH

1-4 NASHVILLE LAWN AND GARDEN SHOW

FRANKLIN MAIN ST. BREWFEST

The Nashville Lawn and Garden

"HARRY POTTER AND THE PRISIONER OF AZKABAN" IN CONCERT

show is Tennessee’s largest and

Schermerhorn Symphony Center

locations. Main Street Brewfest

most

gardening

Based on the third installment of J.K.

offers craft brews from estab-

event. This year's theme "Guerrilla

Rowling's classic saga, fans of all

lished and new breweries, both

Gardening and the Urban Jungle,"

ages can now experience the thrill-

local and abroad. Enjoy restau-

will highlight topics such as small

ing tale accompanied by the music

rants, local food trucks, shopping,

space gardens, urban horticulture,

of a live symphony orchestra as Har-

entertainment and plenty of Irish

aquaponics,

The Fairgrounds Nashville

popular

annual

Downtown Franklin

This fun event will boast more than 70 beers across multiple tasting

gardens

ry soars across the big screen. From

cheer. This event is a fundraiser

and more. Adults: $12, seniors: $11,

the moment Harry uses the Ma-

for the Downtown Franklin As-

children: $2, four-day pass: $25. 10

rauder's Map to when the Patronus

sociation. Tickets are $55 in ad-

a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, Friday and

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men and women who are interested

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course takes you along the banks of

in learning more about volunteering

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creative performances by innovative

ing, dance a jig and a reel, learn

grief and holiest joy in the soul. 7:30

artists. Visit TEDxNashville.com for

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p.m. TPAC.org

the complete lineup.

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Outdoor Living in Brentwood Trending now is extending the interior of your home, to a beautiful, comfortable, fully featured outdoor livable space with staples (like your indoor) such as a cooking area, a bar area, a dining area, a relaxing area, and perhaps an area for kids. When planning for an outdoor living room, there are several considerations on the front end that will be helpful to keep in mind for the successful completion of the project.

LOCAL: The first consideration for a new outdoor space is seeking out local experts who have hands-on knowledge of products, ideas and implementation. While online websites can give quick snap shot images, the local expert can insert experienced information into a project, while providing technical assistance, and also being a local resource for insight when needed. OUTDOOR KITCHENS & OUTDOOR BAR AREAS: Knowing the area footprint you have to work within, outdoor appliances you are interested in, and a budget you are wanting to stay within, will assist in the design/layout aspect of your outdoor kitchen/bar areas. Also, understanding how the space will be used is helpful in the design/plan phase. For instance, are you only cooking for two, or will you use your space to entertain and host others? Determining the direction of your outdoor kitchen/bar, seating area, ventilation, and other elements will help in the process of designing an outdoor kitchen/bar that will work best for both function and flow. OUTDOOR HEATERS: The overall climate in Brentwood allows for outdoor living pretty much year around. The addition of outdoor heaters (either gas or electric) in an outdoor living space will extend that period even more. When planning for your new screened in porch or open patio, consider electrical and gas lines that may need to be run for these, as it is usually easier and more cost effective to do those extentions on the front end versus at a later time. OUTDOOR FURNITURE: Seating around the fire pit such as adirondack chairs, farm house style dining tables, benches, swings, bar height chairs for outdoor kitchen/bar areas, should all be in the conversation for outdoor furniture. Understanding both the application of furniture and the location of the furniture is paramount for design/layout and materials. Furniture that is completely exposed to outdoor elements year-around versus pieces that are placed in a more covered and secured environment are things to consider when buying a certain style or the materials from which the furniture is made. OUTDOOR FIRE PITS & FIRE TABLES: Great conversations and memories are often created around the backyard fire pit. A gas burning fire pit or fire table can provide the easy convenience of startup, nice flame, along with an area to set a glass down (or use as a chat table when not in use as fire pit). Stone fire pits can have a gas starter for wood, or a gas burner added (with a proper gas line ran to accommodate the amount of BTUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s) with a finish material of volcanic stone, glass or gems that are all fire rated. OUTDOOR FIREPLACES: Traditional wood burning outdoor fireplaces with a gas starter, or vented gas logs continue to be popular choices for outdoor living areas; however, modern linear outdoor fireplaces with fire glass or gems with zero clearance for shiplap applications are also now trending as they give a unique style and look to an outdoor living area.

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