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MAY 2012

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13 Stylish Finds Room Refreshers 23 Design News What’s new and notable in The Natural State 25 Collections A Maumelle collector’s antique cameras 29 Before & After A Little Rock family home receives a soothingly chic makeover 39 In the Kitchen In Helena, a fire leads to a moremodern renovation

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AT HOME BEFORE & AFTER 46 Leap of Faith In Little Rock, a dated 1970s residence is transformed into a family home with modern-day appeal 56 Opening Up Renovating a Sheridan home’s small kitchen, dining and living spaces yields an open and enlarged area for entertaining

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AT HOME OUT & ABOUT 72 On the Town Spring Fashion Trend: Black and White 74 Out & About Spotlight on El Dorado 79 What’s in Store 80 At Home with Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art’s Sandy Edwards

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RENOVATE, REFRESH, RENEW. The spring months always refocus my attention on repairing or updating our home—this year it was much-needed new gutters, replacing floorboards on our beloved porch and paint touch-ups on the exterior of our 1908-era house. While maintenance is a perpetual need for our old home, I have my wish list of room refreshers that I refer to as my “someday” file. That kitchen upgrade where I could add an apron front sink and a gorgeous tile backsplash. The powder room that would be a perfect place to try a wallpaper pattern that’s caught my eye. For all of us idea gatherers and picture savers, there’s a new online tool to make our image collecting easier. It’s called Pinterest (pinterest.com), and it’s a virtual image scrapbook—let me admit up front that I’m addicted, as are the other members of our At Home team. Sign up for Pinterest and begin following sources you like (say, for instance, the At Home in Arkansas Pinterest page, pinterest.com/athomeinARmag), and when you see an image you want to save, you can pin it on your page. Intrigued by a dining room we’ve featured? Create a dining room board on your Pinterest page and pin it there, so whenever you check back for inspiration, it’s waiting for you. Click on the link attached to the image, and it will take you to our feature, where you can read about the elements that went into the making of the space. We’ve categorized our pin boards by room, so you can peruse our image galleries for your favorite looks for any space—living rooms, bedrooms, kitchens and more. Now, my “someday” file is mostly online, stored and categorized neatly rather than the torn pages and dog-eared magazines I used to keep tucked away in a file cabinet. Join us online at Pinterest and let’s share inspiring ideas for all of our “someday” files, ready for use whenever we are. PHOTOGRAPHY: NANCY NOLAN

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Before & After IDEAS for EVERY ROOM in the HOUSE

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A few minor changes can have major impact. Freshen up rooms with the latest looks in countertops, tile and more. Mix in new hardware, lighting and other decorative items and you’ll add a wow factor to any redo.

COUNTER CULTURE

Formica’s new 180fx Collection is designed to more closely mirror natural materials. formica.com for stores statewide, including: AHI Stoneworks, Hot Springs, (501) 262-1622, ahistoneworks.com; Kitchen & Bath Gallery, Little Rock, (501) 666-1868; Lewis Lumber & Supply, Benton, (501) 315-6444, lewislbr.com

TILE STYLE

Crossville’s Origins Glass mosaic tile (made from recycled glass) and Color by Numbers wall tile up the color quotient in any space. crossville.com for stores statewide, including: Arnold’s Flooring America, Little Rock, (501) 225-3840, arnoldsflooringlittlerock.com; C&F Flooring and Rug Gallery, Little Rock, (501) 399-9909, candfcarpet.com; Inside Effects, Little Rock, (501) 954-8866, inside-effects.com; White River Flooring, Searcy, (501) 268-5370, whiteriverflooring.com

ACCENT COLOR

Add a tasty touch with red apple, mandarin orange, lime green or turquoise knobs or drawer pulls from Atlas Homewares. Lewis Lighting & Home, Benton, (501) 315-2400, lewislightingandhome.com

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STYLE {ROOM REFRESHERS} Instant Update! INDUSTRIAL CHIC Add some shine with the metallic Winfield, Massena or Winslow pendants from Hudson Valley Lighting, available through Light Innovations, Little Rock, (501) 2239026, blog.light-innovations.com

SAVVY APP Download a free Caesarstone iphone app! Now, the ability to view products, browse room galleries, create a virtual space, match colors, store ideas and find dealers is at your fingertips. caesarstoneus.com/ iphone-app

Bear-Hill Interiors suggests: Sherwin-Williams White Dogwood 6315

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Bear-Hill Interiors, Little Rock, (501) 907-9272, bearhillinteriors.com

SURFACE SENSATION

Caesarstone’s new Supremo line offers unique patterns in eight colors. caesarstoneus.com for stores statewide, including: Abbey Carpet & Floor, Little Rock, (501) 6141008, littlerock.abbeycarpet.com; Arnold’s Flooring America, Little Rock, (501) 225-3840, arnoldsflooringlittlerock.com; Distinctive Kitchens & Baths, Little Rock, (501) 666-7756, distinctivekitchensandbaths.com; Inside Effects, Little Rock, (501) 954-8866, inside-effects.com; Kitchen & Bath Concepts, Little Rock, (501) 225-5221, kbc1.com; Kitchen & Bath Ideas, North Little Rock, (501) 812-0200, kitchenandbathideas.biz; Kitchen Distributors, Fayetteville, (479) 5211313, kitchendistributorsinc.com; Lumber One Home Center, Mayflower, (501) 470-1122; Stuttgart, (870) 673-3601; lumberonehomecenter.com; Ridout Lumber Co., (501) 268-3929, locations statewide, ridoutlumber.com www.athomearkansas.com 13

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ARTISTIC ACCENT

WAC Lighting’s Sol Organic LED sconce and pendant light combine eco-friendly technology with artistry. waclighting.com for stores statewide, including: Lewis Lighting & Home, Benton, (501) 315-2400, lewislightingandhome.com; Lighting Emporium, Springdale, (479) 751-8184, lightingemporium.com; TEC Electric, Jonesboro, (870) 932-7252; North Little Rock, (501) 758-5483, tecelectric.com

EDGE FORWARD

Wilsonart introduces the Cascade edge, giving countertops a thicker, seamless look, which can be applied to most of its laminate color and finish combinations. wilsonarthd.com for stores statewide

MOSAIC MATTERS

Walker Zanger’s newly released Stix collection of glass mosaic tiles offers slim-lined shapes in five solid colors and six blends. Elder Distributing, North Little Rock, (501) 758-4170, elderdistributing.com; Tom January Floors, Inc., Fayetteville, (479) 5212422, tomjanuaryfloors.com

TEXTURAL TOUCH

The hammered bronze finish of Baldwin Hardware’s Estate door lever adds an artistic accent. baldwinhardware.com for stores statewide, including: PC Hardware/Light Innovations, Little Rock, (501) 223-9026, blog. light-innovations.com; Lumber One Home Center, Mayflower, (501) 470-1122; Stuttgart, (870) 673-3601; lumberonehomecenter.com www.athomearkansas.com 15

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Baldwin Hardware’s Estate contemporary collection in polished stainless steel adds a metallic accent. baldwinhardware.com for stores statewide, including: PC Hardware/Light Innovations, Little Rock, (501) 223-9026, blog. light-innovations.com; Lumber One Home Center, Mayflower, (501) 470-1122; Stuttgart, (870) 6733601; lumberonehomecenter.com

CELESTIAL SHINE

Silestone’s Nebula series offers six designs, including Altair gray and Lagoon bright white, with innovative patterns and contrasting effects. Silestoneusa.com for stores statewide, including: Distinctive Kitchens & Baths, Little Rock, (501) 6667756, distinctivekitchensandbaths.com; Inside Effects, Little Rock, (501) 954-8866, inside-effects. com; Kitchen & Bath Ideas, North Little Rock, (501) 812-0200, kitchenandbathideas.biz; The Little Rock Flooring Company, Little Rock, (501) 868-3633, littlerockflooringcompany.com

Soft Shades for Walls

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GEOMETRY CLASS

From iridescent circles and squares to matte or glossy rectangles, mix in a few shapes to update kitchens or baths. Acme Brick, Tile & Stone, Fort Smith, (479) 782-7974; Little Rock, (501) 812-5574; Russellville, (479) 968-6900; acmebricktileandstone.com 16

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Add a regal touch to any room with a hand-finished gold-leaf switchplate. Obsessions Interiors, Little Rock, (501) 868-9333

OLD WORLD ELEGANCE

Finely crafted European style is evident in each custom zinc countertop or vent hood by WoodUnique. A preferred material for its anti-bacterial and non-toxic properties, the zinc is hand-hammered, formed and contoured, and then treated with an acid wash, developing a rich patina over time. WoodUnique, Mountain Pine, (501) 767-6216

Designer Beth Davis suggests: Sherwin-Williams Humble Gold 6380

Sherwin-Williams Belvedere Cream 0067

Beth Davis Interiors,Searcy, (877) 699-4693, blog.bethdavisinteriors.com

ALL THAT GLITTERS

Illuminate dark corners with an under-counter lamp in a reflective gold finish. Obsessions Interiors, Little Rock, (501) 868-9333 18

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MIDAS TOUCH

Add rustic charm with Atlas Homewares’ Legacy distressed collection of knobs and pulls in a Champagne finish. Lewis Lighting & Home, Benton, (501) 3152400, lewislightingandhome.com

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SWIRLING STATEMENT

Add a unique accent with a lamp featuring a tortoise glass base. Obsessions Interiors, Little Rock, (501) 868-9333

Corian solid surface countertops come in eight new colors, inspired by the varied hues and textures of spices, such as the Hickory Smoke counter with saffron veining. countertops.dupont.com for stores statewide, including: AHI Stoneworks, Hot Springs, (501) 262-1622, ahistoneworks.com; Bath & Kitchen Gallery, Little Rock, (501) 6661868; Kitchen & Bath Concepts, Little Rock, (501) 225-5221, kbc1.com; Kitchen & Bath Ideas, North Little Rock, (501) 8120200, kitchenandbathideas.biz; Kitchen Distributors, Fayetteville, (479) 521-1313, kitchendistributorsinc.com; WoodUnique, Mountain Pine, (501) 767-6216

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AMBER GLOW

Update a kitchen backsplash or bathroom walls with iridescent gold or brown glass mosaic tiles. Acme Brick, Tile & Stone, Fort Smith, (479) 782-7974; Little Rock, (501) 812-5574; Russellville, (479) 968-6900; acmebricktileandstone.com

GET COOKIN’

A renovated kitchen is an inspiring reason for trying new recipes. The Pioneer Woman Cooks from Harper Collins, harpercollins.com; Salad for Dinner from Rizzolli, rizzoliusa.com

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In downtown Little Rock, the newly opened StudioMain offers a gallery and discussion space for all things design

Step inside this renovated storefront and take part in the discussion of how design shapes communities. This 1,500-square-foot space serves as gallery, meeting room and outreach center for all things design, a central location for professionals and the community to come together to discuss wide-ranging topics about the built environment. Bringing together the University of Arkansas Fay Jones School of Architecture, the Construction Management and Applied Design departments of the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, and professionals in the architecture, landscape architecture and design fields, StudioMain’s goal is to generate a dialogue on how to improve communities. In the newly rehabbed space, monthly exhibits and discussions focus on a range of design issues. StudioMain is open on Second Friday Art Nights each month, when galleries, museums and businesses in downtown Little Rock participate in an after-hours gallery walk from 5-8 p.m. 1423 Main St., Little Rock, studio-main.org

TOUR TIME

Greater Little Rock Council of Garden Clubs hosts the 12th annual spring tour Exploring the gardens of Chenal is the theme for this year’s tour, featuring seven gardens in the West Little Rock area as well as the grounds of Wildwood Park for the Arts, a 104-acre woodland site featuring the Carl Hunter Wildflower Glen, the Doris C. Gay Asian Garden and the Gertrude Remmel Butler Gazebo and Gardens. Master gardeners and landscape experts will be available at each location to answer questions, and local artists will be painting on-site.

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A Thousand Stories

A lifelong passion for photography gives a camera collector and retired professional photographer from Maumelle front row access to history By Paulette Pearson

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JUST AS A PICTURE IS WORTH a thousand words, camera collector Hubert L. Smith Sr.’s career as a professional photographer is the sum of a lifetime of treasured memories and fascinating stories. Smith has served as president of the Arkansas Professional Photographers Association, photographed nine presidents, including JFK, traveled with former Arkansas governor Winthrop Rockefeller as his personal photographer, presented one of his own published books to President Gerald Ford during a visit to the White House, made the cover of Time and The New York Times, had works published in Sports Illustrated, Life and Newsweek—and that’s just the tip of the iceberg. “I’ve been very lucky,” he says, smiling. “I’ll put it that way.” Smith discovered photography as a teenager living in Lonoke. A photographer invited Smith to his dark room, and that was it. “I was hooked,” Smith recalls. Just a week after graduating from high school, Smith took a job at a Little Rock studio. From there, his career expanded and evolved. A writer from the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette gave Smith the opportunity to work with Rockefeller, with whom he became close friends. “I accompanied Governor Rockefeller to Washington for President Nixon’s inauguration,” he remembers, “where I had the chance to photograph the Rockefeller brothers together.” The DemGazette, and then the Austin American-Statesman, also fed Smith’s intense passion for sports, particularly of the Razorback variety. He was on the sidelines at the 1964 National Championship football game, taking pictures of course. With his intense interest and expertise in the field, it was only a matter of time before Smith would begin collecting antique and vintage cameras, which he’s bought and traded since his retirement in 2001. Having amassed his collection from flea markets and the Mid-America Camera Show in St. Louis from year to year, he

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now has a booth at Crystal Hill Antique Mall in North Little Rock. Smith began his career with a 35mm, eventually progressing to larger formats such as the Hasselblad. Similarly, his 300 or 400 cameras represent the wide range of technologies developed over the years, from photographic plates to film. Many date to the early- to mid-1900s, and some to the 1800s. His collection also boasts styles that he believes have the most interest or visual appeal, catering to visitors who want to display cameras in their homes. There are a variety of Kodaks, commonly geared for amateur photography. “Every family had a Kodak,” Smith notes. The colorful Kodak Petite and Beau Brownie varieties, made from 1928-1933, appealed to the style-conscious women of that era. The Petite came in five colors with deco metal and enamel faceplates, while the Beau Brownie box camera, designed by Walter Dorwin Teague, has striking geometric patterns. Another prime example from Kodak is the Brownie Hawkeye, a Bakelite camera made from 1949-1961. One of Smith’s favorite styles is the stereo camera, which has two or more lenses that simulate binocular vision to create threedimensional images. He also has twin-lens reflex cameras, Pentax, Goerz-Anschütz folding cameras, and even one that shoots darts. But one thing’s for sure: there’s not a single digital camera in the whole bunch. “I’m old-fashioned,” he says. With front row access to historic sporting events and political figures, Smith was able to document fleeting moments that would have otherwise been forgotten or lost. But even more than the photos, it was the process he loved, the film and the dark rooms. “I’ve probably spent half my life in a dark room,” he says. “There’s just something about it.”

“I’ve probably spent HALF MY LIFE in a dark room.”

This camera once belonged to Gustave Joseph Shrader of Little Rock’s Shrader Studio (1870-1946), the official photographer for the state Senate and House of Representatives.

Design Resources Antique cameras Hubert L. Smith Sr., (501) 680-9134 Crystal Hill Antique Mall, North Little Rock, (501) 753-3777

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REFRESHED AND READY Designer Susan Walsh updates a Little Rock home room by before

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In Amanda and Scott Allison’s refurbished living room, designer Susan Walsh worked with the existing paint color (Sherwin-Williams’ Frostwork) and upholstered seating and updated the room with color-banded draperies that hang above transom windows. She further brightened the space with light-reflecting accessories, including a mirror and Lucite table from Bear-Hill Interiors.

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THINK THAT BRIGHT WHITE MUST BE banished from a family home? That serene hues, shimmering surfaces and chic accents won’t work in a household full of boys? Not so, say designer Susan Walsh of Bear-Hill Interiors and homeowner Amanda Allison, who, along with her husband, Scott, is the proud parent of three young sons. With thoughtful planning and wise purchasing, the pair proved that stylish rooms and family living can co-exist peacefully. When the Allison family moved into a recently renovated home in the Heights neighborhood in Little Rock, Amanda sought Walsh’s assistance in transitioning existing furnishings into their new residence. “The house was a great fit for the size of their family, and since it had recently been updated, it didn’t need any structural changes,” says Walsh. “But many of the rooms were dark and felt heavier than what Amanda had in mind.” The pair began in the living room, an especially important space since it’s the home’s sole gathering area and needs to www.athomearkansas.com 31

function well for both entertaining and daily living. The large room features a pair of French doors leading to the backyard and an expansive window, but heavy draperies and cornices cut down on the flow of natural light. Similarly, Amanda had added a streamlined sofa and armchairs in a neutral, textural fabric, but had mixed in an old leather chair as well. The room became the impetus for defining the home’s style. “From the pieces they already owned, I could see that they gravitated to a streamlined modern look, with soft, light colors, and we moved forward with that in mind,” says Walsh. Down went dark draperies, up went simple, color-banded silks, with sleek rods hanging above transom windows for full access to sunlight. Away went a leather chair, in came a cushioned ottoman, a family-friendly alternative to a coffee table—add a tray and it can sport appetizers during a party, remove it and it’s the setting for family game night. Walsh paired new side tables and sturdy lamps with the current sofa and armchairs, creating a seating grouping while leaving open spaces for the boys to play. Working with the room’s existing light green paint color, Walsh added in bright white accessories for contrast, including a bookshelf in an open niche alongside the fireplace. “It’s a transitional piece,” says Walsh. “If the Allisons want to add built in bookcases at some point, they can move this to one of the boy’s rooms for extra storage. These kind of multi-purpose items are important 32

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Maple cabinets in the recently renovated kitchen were treated to coats of bright white paint. Amanda stained the island’s wood countertop a dark ďŹ nish for contrast. In the beverage center, shelves were updated with Schumacher Imperial Trellis wallpaper. Walls painted Modern Gray extend from the dining into the breakfast area, where removing the wainscoting made way for a banquette sporting white vinyl. Dylan Allison enjoys the spacious seating, while brothers Grant (left) and Max make use of sturdy, easily cleaned chairs from West Elm. The framed work on paper is from Boswell Mourot Fine Art.

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as you think of spending your money wisely and having the ability to modify your home over time.” The makeover progressed to the adjacent kitchen and breakfast room, where wood grained cabinets were lightened with coats of bright white paint and walls were updated to a soft gray. Knowing that both family and guests always gravitate to a kitchen, Walsh wondered how the narrow cooking space could accommodate a crowd. Her answer was to add seating in the breakfast nook, which currently sported a table and four chairs. Removing wainscoting allowed adding a built-in banquette, which Walsh paired with the Allisons’ table. “This space needed to work well for entertaining, but it gets heavy daily use as well,” says Walsh. “So we made it all super easy to clean, with vinyl on the banquette, solid wood chairs and a heavy-duty, wipeable paint finish on the table.” With budget in mind, Walsh transitioned the existing set of chairs to the dining room, where she mixed them with a table the family already owned, and updated the room with a fresh coat of gray paint to match the kitchen, soft silk draperies and a shimmering Capiz shell chandelier. “This is the first room you see when you enter the home,” says Walsh, “and it needed a statement-making focal point.” The previous chandelier moved into the master bedroom, the last room on the Allisons’ update list and a space that Amanda hoped would be a tranquil respite in the busy www.athomearkansas.com 35

Removing heavy draperies helped lighten the master bedroom, as did walls painted SherwinWilliams’ Zurich White. Designer Guild’s Sussex wallpaper creates a patterned focal point on one wall, with its silver surface reflecting light. A custom headboard pairs with side tables and accessories from Bear-Hill Interiors.

household. The gridwork of the coffered ceiling and the subtle gray colors used in other rooms became the design impetus for a more-modern makeover, with graphic patterned wallpaper, a geometric padded headboard and sleek sidetables with circular fretwork. Layers of white create a serene retreat, yet washable bedding and patterned throws make the room toddler-friendly for naptime. “You can remove or modify items to make this house more kid-friendly just as easily as you can add elements to get it party ready,” says Walsh, “and that’s important when spaces in your home do double duty—you can really use all the rooms in your house.” Design Resources Interior design Susan Walsh, Bear-Hill Interiors, Little Rock, (501) 907-9272, bearhillinteriors.com Art-breakfast room Boswell Mourot Fine Art, Little Rock, (501) 664-0030, boswellmourot.com Art-living room Tipton Hurst, Conway, (501) 329-6663; Little Rock, (501) 6663333; North Little Rock, (501) 753-0709; tiptonhurst.com Draperies, headboard Mountjoy’s Custom Draperies, Mabelvale, (501) 455-2216 Furnishings Bear-Hill Interiors, Little Rock, (501) 907-9272, bearhillinteriors.com Paint Sherwin-Williams, locations statewide, sherwin-williams.com 36

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BEAUTY FROM ASHES A Helena family’s dream kitchen emerges in the wake of a devastating fire

IN THE FALL OF 2010, an accidental fire blazed through the home of Dr. Lance and Annetta Audirsch and their two children, leaving much of it damaged and unrecognizable. Despite the devastation, the family took a positive approach: “We were fortunate in that we lost a lot, but we didn’t lose everything,” says Annetta. “We actually were able to save some of our most cherished elements, including photos and family mementos.” Although the damage meant months of displacement, the family embraced a similarly positive approach in rebuilding, including designing a new kitchen to match their contemporary style. “Our entire house is monochromatic, with a very clean palette and uncluttered look,” says Annetta. “This was an opportunity to blend the kitchen into the rest of our home.” The Audirsches called in kitchen designer Charlotte Lefler of Lumber One Home Center, who helped the family create a warm, welcoming space that embraced their vision. A restrained color scheme helps the contemporary

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Images taken after the fire show the extensive damage. Today, the kitchen has a refreshed and brightened layout, designed by Charlotte Lefler, CKD. A patterned stainless steel tile backsplash and bamboo floors, both from Harts Wholesale Flooring, add reflective surfaces. Medallion Cabinetry, quartz and granite countertops as well as plumbing and lighting fixtures are from Lumber One Home Center.

design feel cohesive, with white cabinetry topped with snowy quartz counters. Blueveined granite covers the island, where onyx cabinets provide a complementary contrast. Brushed nickel hardware ties the two together, and a stainless steel backsplash and bright nickel pendant lights add shine and sparkle. The colors and materials achieved the contemporary feel the family wanted, but in a kitchen, function is a necessity. “For a busy family with two teenagers, the space needed to be extra functional,” says Lefler. “We included cutlery dividers, deep drawers for storing pots and pans, a door-mounted trash pullout and a pantry with roll-out shelves.” Appliance placement was thoroughly thought out as well, with a tower cabinet holding an oven, warming drawer and microwave. A stainless steel hood crowns the stovetop and a nearby pot-filling faucet is ready for use. The cabinet-depth refrigerator is housed against the opposite wall, along with a secondary sink. A beverage fridge and easily accessible stemware make it simple for family and guests to serve themselves. A deep, apron-front sink with a flexible faucet resides in the island, as does the dishwasher, for easy clean up. With fashion and function taken care of, the final concern was family. “They spend a lot of time in this space and wanted a casual area for meals,” says Lefler. “We added banquette seating, which maintained the streamlined look of the space.” The banquette adjoins the island, and a small table with chairs completes the setting. Although the fire made the remodel necessary, beauty has risen from the ashes and the Audirsch family couldn’t be more pleased. “It’s fresh and clean,” says Annetta, “a welcome change after all the devastation and a great gathering place for our family.” 40

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(Clockwise from top right) A flexible industrial faucet sits above the apronfront stainless steel sink. Juliska pewter stoneware from Handworks enhances the monochromatic tones of the kitchen’s color palette. A beverage refrigerator, handy stemware and a secondary sink are ideal for entertaining; the decorative platter is by Miller’s Mud Mill. A pot-filling faucet is placed conveniently near the stove and stainless steel hood.

Design Resources Kitchen design Charlotte Lefler, CKD, Lumber One Home Center, Stuttgart, (870) 673-3601, lumberonehomecenter.com Interior design Chandler & Associates, Inc., Little Rock, (501) 372-4278, chandlerassoc.com Appliances Metro Appliances & More, Jonesboro, (870) 933-7800; North Little Rock, (501) 758-1988; Springdale, (479) 750-2200; metroappliancesandmore.com Backsplash, flooring Harts Wholesale Flooring, West Helena, (870) 572-7902 Cabinetry, countertops, faucets, lighting, sinks Lumber One Home Center, Mayflower, (501) 470-1122; Stuttgart, (870) 673-3601; lumberonehomecenter.com Pottery, tableware Handworks, Helena, (870) 338-4340, handworkshelena.com 42

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A young family gives a neglected 1970s-style house in Little Rock new life as a happy home with modern-day appeal

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Homeowners Robyn and Kyle Allmendinger worked with designer Krista Lewis to renovate their home in Little Rock’s Pleasant Valley neighborhood. A Dash & Albert rug from Cobblestone & Vine lines the stairs and lighting by Visual Comfort welcomes guests through the entry into the kitchen, where Lewis designed a banquette featuring Pindler & Pindler fabric. Facing page: The façade received a fresh coat of paint, a new awning and copper lighting from Light Innovations.

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A built-in office space by Renaissance Custom Cabinets simplifies sorting mail. Facing page: Robyn achieved her dream white kitchen (painted Benjamin Moore’s Carrington Beige) with Princess White granite on the island and a backsplash with subway tile from ProSource. Roman shades by Angel Threads feature fabric from Cynthia East Fabrics, the oven and refrigerator are Kitchen Aid, the apron-front sink is Kohler, and hardware is from Restoration Hardware.

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At Home in Arkansas: When you and your husband, Kyle, purchased your home three years ago, it hadn’t been updated since being built in the 1970s. What made you decide to tackle such a big project? Homeowner Robyn Allmendinger: We brought in interior designer Krista Lewis, who happens to be Kyle’s sister, to see if she’d have some kind of a vision for it. It had been on the market for more than a year, but Krista realized its potential and was so excited when she saw it that we finally decided to just bite the bullet and do it. At the same time, we loved the idea of being able to gut it and create an entirely new space for our family, including our two young sons, Grant and Davis, to grow into. As sisters-in-law, you seem to have enjoyed a fun collaboration. Interior designer Krista Lewis: We have similar tastes and prefer the same colors— traditional with an occasional trendy element, and blue as a thread throughout. RA: I loved the traditional bones. It just needed major updating, and I wanted it to be light, open and airy. When Krista began showing me her ideas, we were on the same page, which was really nice. What did the planning process involve? RA: We tried to have plans in place during the 30-day period before we closed on the house. We didn’t hire an architect—Krista drafted layouts that the contractor was able to use for the kitchen and master suite. Those were the major structural changes and the 49

The kitchen opens to a comfortable hearth room, where Lewis added a mantle to the original brick fireplace. A sofa from Cobblestone & Vine pairs with a Ballard Designs ottoman, and a Cobblestone & Vine velvet crewel pillows tops a Furniture Classics chair.

aspects of the project that were most important to us. From the magazine tears I collected, I knew I wanted a white kitchen, and a big, comfortable master bedroom and bathroom suite was also a priority. What steps did you take to modernize the 1970s-style kitchen without making it appear stark and cold? KL: Before, it was choppy with a wet bar area, laundry room and breakfast nook. We decided to create one large open space with an elongated island and a banquette for extra seating. To me, it doesn’t feel cold because it opens to the den. You experience that space even though you’re not in it, which adds color and texture through the fabrics and brick fireplace. How did you achieve the comfortable master suite you always wanted? RA: We converted a bedroom into our bathroom, and Krista designed an adjoining 300-square-foot master bedroom addition. Her idea for vaulted ceilings makes the bedroom feel cozy and cottagey rather than formal, and I love our spa-like bathroom. It reminds me of one you might see in a really nice hotel, which is exactly what I wanted. KL: What I like so much about the bathroom is that it has everything you need—big tub, shower, two sinks— within a luxurious but intimate space. Were you worried that the bedroom addition would have a tacked on feel? KL: It was important to Robyn to have all of the renovations completed at the same time rather than piecemeal. All the floors and trim throughout the home are consistent, and I think that helped give it a cohesive look.

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“I wanted it to be LIGHT, OPEN and AIRY.” —HOMEOWNER ROBYN ALLMENDINGER

In the dining room, you opted for wallpaper. It’s making a comeback! KL: We used it for texture and pattern, and I think it adds a nice layer to the room. Since the wallpaper was a splurge, having the tray ceiling helped because it meant we’d need a little bit less of it. Do you have any advice for homeowners embarking on a remodel as hefty as yours? KL: Make sure you talk with contractors before you buy and that you have a good idea of the cost involved, because whatever you think it will be, it will always be more. With renovations, you never know what’s behind the walls. RA: After we completed the remodel, so many people told us they had looked at the house when it was on the market but didn’t have our vision. Unless you’re the visionary or creative type, it helps to have a professional’s help. When Krista said, “we can do this,” I didn’t know exactly what that meant, but I trusted her belief that we’d be happy with the end result.

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A circle theme prevails in the dining room, featuring Visual Comfort sconces, a round dining table from Haverty’s, chairs with circular cutouts by Cox Manufacturing Company and a blue Safavieh buffet through K. Lewis Design, jute rug from Pottery Barn and Visual Comfort chandelier. Schumacher wallpaper and Sherwin-Williams’ Latte on the wainscoting and trim updated the space.

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Spa-like was Robyn’s goal for the master bathroom, painted Benjamin Moore’s Tranquility and featuring a Jason Hydrotherapy tub from LCR Plumbing. The mirrored vanity area by Renaissance Custom Cabinets conceals a television and features marble countertops, while tile throughout is from ProSource. Facing page: In the spacious master bedroom, a duvet from Cobblestone & Vine, pillows from Cynthia East Fabrics, and architectural element from Park Hill Home flank a Hooker bed.

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Design Resources Contractor Fiser Construction, LLC, Little Rock, (501) 960-8920 Interior design Krista Lewis, K. Lewis Design, Little Rock, (501) 716-2664 Landscape Horticare Landscape Companies, Little Rock, (501) 407-2727, horticare.net Accessories, rugs Cobblestone & Vine, Little Rock, (501) 664-4249; West Little Rock, (501) 219-3676; cobblestoneandvine.com Appliances Metro Appliances & More, Jonesboro, (870) 933-7800; North Little Rock, (501) 758-1988; Springdale, (479) 750-2200; metroappliancesandmore.com Ceiling fans TEC Electric, North Little Rock, (501) 758-5483, tecelectric.com Custom cabinetry Renaissance Custom Cabinets, North Little Rock, (501) 8033868 Dining table Havertys, Little Rock, (501) 223-8435; Pine Bluff, (870) 5368000; havertys.com Drapery trim/roman shade fabric Cynthia East Fabrics, (501) 663-0460, cynthiaeastfabrics.com

Granite Arkansas Granite & More, (501) 315-4500, argrmore.com Kitchen pendants, jute rug Pottery Barn, locations statewide, potterybarn.com Lighting-exterior Light Innovations, Little Rock, (501) 223-9026, blog. light-innovations.com Marble counters/tub surround Triton Stone Group, Little Rock, (501) 5629994, tritonstone.com Paint Benjamin Moore, locations statewide, benjaminmoore.com; Sherwin-Williams, locations statewide, sherwin-williams.com Plumbing fixtures LCR Plumbing Warehouse, Little Rock, (501) 664-4183 Tile-bathroom/kitchen ProSource, North Little Rock, (501) 758-0801, prosourcefloors.com Window treatments Angel Threads, Inc., Little Rock, (501) 228-8850, angel-threads.com Woven wood shades Mountjoy’s Custom Draperies, Mabelvale, (501) 455-2216

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In Sheridan, designer Meridith Hamilton turns a small kitchen, dining and living spaces into an enlarged entertaining area where the emphasis is on eye-catching materials and unique elements Interview: Deana Nall Photography: Nancy Nolan Styling: Mandy Keener

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Yeary Lindsey Architects, contractor Mike Sanders and designer Meridith Hamilton transformed the closed-off kitchen in Deana and Bobby Taylor’s home into a spacious entertaining area, thanks to a plan that involved removing interior walls and pushing back an exterior wall to gain additional square footage. Hamilton uniďŹ ed the rooms with an earthy color palette and contemporary accents, including a pair of chairs from Mertinsdyke Home. 57

A generous slab of Cambria quartz connects the two islands, which feature Caesarstone countertops, all available and installed by AHI Stoneworks. The glass and marble tile backsplash from Elder Distributing served as the beginning point for the color palette, which includes darkstained Crestwood cabinetry and amber glass pendants from Light Innovations. 58

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At Home in Arkansas: You worked with Deana and Bobby Taylor before, when you redesigned their master bathroom a few years ago. What did they have in mind this time? Designer Meridith Hamilton: While working on the master bathroom, Deana walked me through these rooms and said she’d like to eventually collaborate on redoing them. She wanted me to open up the rooms and make better use of the space, similar to what we did in her bathroom area, and provide a kitchen, living and dining space with a more modern and clean-lined look. How did you begin formulating a plan? The Taylors wanted open spaces better suited to entertaining—they have a teenage son and enjoy having family and friends over. That was easily achieved by removing the wall between the kitchen and the living room and the wall between the living and dining rooms. The kitchen was fairly small, so we pushed out the back wall and extended the room an additional 450 square feet. The architects at Yeary Lindsey, contractor Mike Sanders and I all worked closely together, and they ensured that the structure had enough support to achieve this openess. Aesthetically, I remembered Deana’s tastes from working on her bathroom. For this space, I found the tile backsplash for the kitchen and pulled everything from that. The tile is a mixture of polished glass, stonehoned marble and polished marble. It covers one wall as a focal area. We wanted a medium-dark cabinet to pair with the tile colors, and then the mix of countertop colors to differentiate between the pair of islands. 59

Hamilton added a curvaceous sofa in the open living space to contrast with the angles of the kitchen. New windows from Pella overlook the patio and gardens.

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“I made sure all the ELEMENTS had an ORGANIC feel with NEUTRAL browns, BEIGES and taupes. Then I brought out COLOR in the ARTWORK and ACCESSORIES.” —DESIGNER MERIDITH HAMILTON

The two kitchen islands, with the bridge connecting them, are a unique concept. The space is so open that it didn’t seem appropriate for a general peninsula or a typical island. So I came up with this idea of a main island that serves as a part of the kitchen work triangle of refrigerator, stove and sink. Then I added another island off it, turned in a different direction, to create a bar area. It adds another functional space, so guests can be near the kitchen, but don’t have to be in it. It’s a happy medium. One side of that island has cabinets for liquor and the other side has a sink and wine cooler, all of which are handy when entertaining. While creating the two areas, I thought it would be interesting if I could place a slab—a big chunk of stone—between the islands. At the time, I figured I would need to put legs under it for support, even though I thought it would look better without it. I told AHI Stoneworks what I envisioned and they said they could do it. So, happily, the bridge ended up without legs. It connects the two islands and is entirely open underneath. When designing a large area that serves different functions, how do you ensure that the spaces complement each other? I made sure all the elements had an organic feel with neutral browns, beiges and taupes. Then I brought out color in the artwork and accessories. All the finishes are very uniform. Another way I related the living area to the kitchen is by having a cabinet custom-built for

the living space using the same materials as the kitchen cabinetry. I also added a floating shelf that repeats the horizontal lines of the kitchen as well as the cabinet finish. At the same time, contrasting elements can be helpful for balance. How did you create contrast in this space? Since there are so many horizontal lines, I had to keep the design from becoming static. So I integrated softer lines, such the curve of the sofa and the roundness of the dining table, dining room rug and light fixtures. The light fixtures in the dining room and above the kitchen bridge provide another unique element in this design. I love interesting lighting. The fixture in the dining room has a wood canopy, which repeats the wood theme from the adjacent areas. And there’s a mixture of low-voltage lighting and line-voltage lighting, so it creates a more diverse look. The fixtures in the kitchen are the same. They have hand-blown glass globes, so the pattern on each globe is different, which creates a bit of interest. What design principles do you keep in mind when approaching a major renovation like this? I make sure everything is in balance and that the rooms have a good sense of flow, especially when I’m working with an existing structure. I want to ensure the new area flows into the old area well, and with the openness of these rooms, that was easily achieved. 61

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Hamilton used asymmetrical elements in the living space as a soft contrast to the lines of the adjacent kitchen. She designed a custom cabinet, clad in Caesarstone through AHI Stoneworks, which mirrors the kitchen’s cabinetry and helps unify the two areas, as does the consistent color palette of walls painted Sherwin-Williams’ Tony Taupe and ceilings painted Balanced Beige. The floor lamp is from Lamps Plus, the side table is from Mertinsdyke Home, and additional furnishings were special ordered by the designer. The portrait is by artist Barry Thomas.

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Curvaceous shapes carry over from the living area to the dining room, where a wall was removed for a more airy appearance. Chairs and a Bernhardt table are available through Cantrell Furniture Design Center. Window treatments feature fabric from Cynthia East Fabrics. Light ďŹ xtures from Light Innovations echo the pendants used in the kitchen. Art anking the window is by B. Williams. Facing page: A side wall features art from I.O. Metro. 64

Design Resources Interior design Meridith Hamilton, CKD, allied ASID, MLH Designs, Inc., Little Rock, (501) 766-0594, mlh-designs.com Architect Yeary Lindsey Architects, Little Rock, (501) 372-5940, yearylindsey.com Contractor Sanders Construction, Benton, (501) 840-4216 Appliances Metro Appliances & More, Jonesboro, (870) 933-7800; North Little Rock, (501) 758-1988; Springdale, (479) 750-2200; metroappliancesandmore.com Countertops AHI Stoneworks, Hot Springs, (501) 262-1622, ahistoneworks.com Doors, windows Pella Window & Doors Showroom, North Little Rock, (501) 758-5050; Springdale, (479) 750-2800; pella.com Fabric-pillows, window treatments Cynthia East Fabrics, Little Rock, (501) 663-0460, cynthiaeastfabrics.com Flooring Sutherland’s Building Material, Benton, (501) 778-8713 Furnishings Cantrell Furniture Design Center, Little Rock, (501) 225-0002, cantrellfurniture.com; Mertinsdyke Home, Little Rock, (501) 280-3200 Lighting Light Innovations, Little Rock, (501) 223-9026, blog.light-innovations.com Paint Sherwin-Williams, locations statewide, sherwin-williams.com Plumbing ďŹ xtures Southern Pipe & Supply, locations statewide, southernpipe.com Television Audio Dimensions, Little Rock, (501) 223-1115, audiodimensions.net Tile Elder Distributing, North Little Rock, (501) 758-4170, elderdistributing.com Window treatments Nancy Osborn, North Little Rock, (870) 680-2730

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developing a relationship to understand their personality, how they live with family, how they interact with friends and how they want their home to function. With a deep love of architecture, she is also inspired by the architectural character of clients’ homes; whether the outcome is traditional or modern, her skill for creating clean, uncluttered and art-ďŹ lled spaces has made her a favorite among Arkansas’ elite designers. Specializing in kitchens and baths, Hamilton takes on any project, small or large. HISTORY:In 2003, Hamilton founded MLH Designs, Inc., a fullservice interior design ďŹ rm specializing in residential interiors and select corporate projects. In addition to being twice voted a Top 10 Renovation Pro by At Home in Arkansas readers, Hamilton has received 22 ASID design awards, including 19 gold awards, with work featured in numerous local and national publications. She has participated in six Symphony Designer Houses, Build for the Cure 2004 and co-chaired Arkansas Arts Center’s Tabriz from 2005-2009. DESIGN ADVICE: Hamilton advises homeowners considering a renovation to hire a professional. In the end, not hiring a pro will cost more due to problems often arising from inexperience. MLH Designs, Inc. ,ITTLE 2OCK s MERIDITH MLH DESIGNS COM s WWW MLH DESIGNS COM www.athomearkansas.com 67

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CURTIS CONTRACTING, INC. A Little Rock homebuilder and remodeling pro with a hands-on approach draws on vast building experience COMPANY NAME: Curtis Contracting, Inc. OWNER: Frank Curtis TRADEMARKS: Frank Curtis specializes in custom new home

construction and all types of remodeling projects. Known for a hands on approach, Curtis spends ample time on job sites to ensure a seamless, well-organized building process for the highest quality results. Well versed in sustainable, energy efďŹ cient building, he is a CertiďŹ ed Green Professional as designated by the National Association of Home Builders. He is currently Vice President of the Little Rock chapter of the Home Builders Association, and is a member of the Green Built council. HISTORY: A transplant from Long Island, NY, Frank has been a proud Arkansan for 12 years, and his career in home building/remodeling spans 28 years. He draws from a variety of experiences including business education and kitchen/ bath design, is a master carpenter and tile setter, among many other skills, all of which enable him to serve clients as a well rounded and reliable expert resource. REMODELING TIPS: Only hire licensed, insured qualiďŹ ed contractors. For larger projects, hire a general contractor to oversee the entire project from planning to completion. Ask for and check references on professionals you hire. Do your homework so you’ll have a pleasurable experience. Enjoy the process!

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BATH PLANET OF ARKANSAS Providing the products and services necessary to help homeowners achieve their vision COMPANY NAME: Bath Planet of Arkansas OWNERS: Darin and Cindy Wiggs TRADEMARKS: Bath Planet has earned the Good Housekeeping seal and is the only acrylic bathroom remodel company backed by this seal. Bath Planet offers bathroom remodels in as little as one day and focuses on four key criteria for bathroom remodeling: great service, beauty, performance and value. HISTORY: Launched in August 2011, Bath Planet of Arkansas set up shop at Little Rock’s ProBuilder Supply, LLC. Bath Planet offers acrylic bathroom remodels from tub liners to complete bathroom makeovers. We hope to instill values and impeccable service into what we recognize in our market as bathroom services lacking dependability. Drawing on the success of ProBuilder Supply, we can also offer services outside of the wet area, such as door and cabinet hardware, lighting, vanities, and more. DESIGN ADVICE: Keep the vision of your remodel your own. Style is about maintaining harmony with color, clean lines and functionality, and we encourage homeowners to keep these three components in mind to achieve their vision. With the largest selection of patterns and colors in this industry, Bath Planet can help homeowners achieve their vision. We want the outcome to be what you design, not us or someone else, while offering Bath Planet’s design studio to make your vision come to life. "ATH 0LANET OF !RKANSAS )NTERSTATE s ,ITTLE 2OCK s s BATHPLANET COM LITTLEROCK 68

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YEARY LINDSEY ARCHITECTS Dedicated to designing projects that uniquely reect your home’s character and your way of living COMPANY NAME: Yeary Lindsey Architects OWNERS: Ellen Yeary, Carolyn Lindsey Polk and Jim Yeary TRADEMARKS: Our goal for renovation projects is to help you realize your home’s potential through carefully listening to your ideas and thoughtfully designing spaces that blend seamlessly with the original structure. HISTORY: Our ďŹ rm opened in 1990 with the primary focus of renovations, remodels and new construction of residential projects. Yeary Lindsey Architects has received design awards from the American Institute of Architects and has been published in numerous design magazines and informative articles. DESIGN ADVICE: Hire an architect! And when the scope of your project warrants, assemble a strong team of design professionals who will collaborate to create an interwoven exterior and interior. We have years of experience in translating your needs and desires into a home that will comfort and inspire you for years to come.

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Gerard Yosca bangles. Vesta’s, Little Rock, (501) 375-7820, vestasboutique.com

Stephanie Johnson makeup cases, Essie nail polish and Laura Mercier gloss and cheek color. Glo Limited, Little Rock, (501) 224-8222, glolimited.com

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ON THE TOWN {WARDROBE REDO: Choose black and white and a splash of color for a bold statement} THML black embroidered blouse, Citizens of Humanity cropped white jeans. Tulips, Little Rock, (501) 614-7343, tulipsarkansas.com

Alice & Trixie jacket and jumpsuit, necklace, J Shoes wedges. Vesta’s, Little Rock, (501) 375-7820, vestasboutique.com

San Diego Hat Company floppy hat. Box Turtle, Little Rock, (501) 661-1167, shopboxturtle.com

Handbag. Tulips, Little Rock, (501) 614-7343, tulipsarkansas.com

Toms wedges. Box Turtle, Little Rock, (501) 661-1167, shopboxturtle.com

Cocobelle sandals. Box Turtle, Little Rock, (501) 661-1167, shopboxturtle. com

Tano handbag. Vesta’s, Little Rock, (501) 375-7820, vestasboutique.com

*Sharp Details Karen London ring and Nina Nguyen earrings. Bella Boutique, Little Rock, (501) 603-5373

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Be-jé Designs earrings. Tulips, Little Rock, (501) 614-7343, tulipsarkansas.com

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C. Luce blouse, Aryn K pants. Box Turtle, Little Rock, (501) 661-1167, shopboxturtle.com

ENGLISH PLASTIC & COSMETIC SURGERY CENTER CHANGING LIVES

A renowned doctor and his team draw on decades of experience to give patients an improved quality of life DR. JIM ENGLISH IS A RENOWNED SURGEON based in Little Rock. Having served patients throughout the state of Arkansas and the surrounding states for almost 30 years in the field of plastic and cosmetic surgery, Dr. English works closely with his staff to exceed patient expectations, make patients feel comfortable, cared for and rewarded, and ultimately boost each patient’s self confidence and quality of life. In addition to Dr. English’s extensive experience and wide reputation for giving each and every patient a beautiful, improved and natural appearance, his myriad of qualifications include three board certifications by the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery as well as the American Board of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology. Dr. English has also been giving of his time in donating services to children in need in Third World countries. Dr. English and his competent, highly trained and qualified staff, including his sister and registered nurse Diane Orrell, put patients at ease the moment they make their first call to the office or walk through the door, tailoring the experience to each patient while guiding them through the process every step of the way—from first consultation to the final happy result to follow-up appointments. “I’m very blessed in being able to have a certain skill set that allows me to participate in changing people’s lives,” Dr. English says, “and to have a team of highly trained individuals to participate with me in that.” Dr. English now offers a gallery of before and after images on his web site showing many of the dramatic transformations—from breast augmentations and facelifts to liposuction and tummy tucks—he has made possible throughout his career. Understanding that the majority of his patients are female, Dr. English and his staff afford female patients all the dignity and respect possible by allowing a female nurse to consult first when nudity is involved, before calling in Dr. English to determine what procedures they should undergo and for what reasons. What’s more, Dr. English and his staff are forever trying to improve on what they do each day. “We try to stay as humble as possible,” he says. “We have to be willing to learn and change so that everybody feels heard, respected, listened to.” The entire process—consultations, procedures and follow-up appointments—take place in one complete, state-of-the-art medical facility to maximize care and convenience. Dr. English offers a full range of facial plastic and cosmetic procedures that include facelifts, eyelifts, brow lifts, rhinoplasty, chin augmentations and neck liposuction, just to name a few. Dr. English offers a full range of procedures for the body as well, including breast implants, breast reductions, breast lifts, liposuctions, tummy tucks, arm lifts, leg lefts, body lifts and more. In addition to cosmetic surgery, Dr. English’s repertoire also includes medi-spa procedures through his sister, Diane Orrell, a registered nurse and one of the most sought after experts in her field in the state of Arkansas. “Some people don’t have the time and/or resources to undergo surgical procedures,” Orrell says, “and will opt to have a temporary procedure.” These procedures include Botox, Radiesse, Restylane, Juvederm, Perlane and more. If you’re curious about any or all of the procedures, don’t be afraid to pick up the phone and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in a surgical procedure or a medi-spa procedure, one’s thing certain: the experts at English Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery Center and SurgiSpa will help you put your worries aside and make it an enjoyable and worthwhile experience from beginning to end. Dr. English and his team look forward to meeting you.

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SPORTS ALLEY 107 E. Cedar St., El Dorado, (870) 862-8151 An El Dorado favorite since 1991, Sports Alley is a premier resource for lifestyle, outdoor and sports wares. Owners Anne James and Suzanne Phillips stock everything both sport and style enthusiasts need—from baseball bats and running shorts to “clothes you like to live in,” says James, including linen dresses by Flax and Patagonia. Sports Alley’s plethora of lines include Three Dots, The North Face, Birkenstock, Toms and Ugg, to name a few. With summer nearing, stop in for sunglasses (Maui Jim, Oakley and Ray Ban), sandals (Sanuk, Reef, Chaco and Keen) and travel packing systems by Eagle Creek. The friendly staff looks forward to assisting you!

ANDREA BROOKS INTERIORS El Dorado, (870) 314-1334, anabrooks@suddenlink.net, facebook.com/AndreaBrooksInteriors Interior designer Andrea Brooks, whose own home graced At Home in Arkansas’ April issue, also offers her talents to clients across the state through Andrea Brooks Interiors. With eight years of interior design experience and a B.S. degree in fashion merchandising from the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville, Brooks lends her expertise to everything from residential and commercial projects to one-room designs to remodeling or new construction. She’s also an expert in the use of color, having trained with internationally known colorist, Maria Killam. Whatever your design need, designer Andrea Brooks will answer with supreme skill, creating chic interiors for every taste.

MURPHY LONG DESIGN 111 E. Main St., El Dorado, (870) 863-6625, mld@suddenlinkmail.com Located in downtown El Dorado, Murphy Long Design is a widely loved home design resource. Offerings are two-fold: 1) an interior design business for both residential and commercial projects and 2) a retail shop with unique gifts, home décor and a complete bridal selection. Downstairs, you’ll find gifts, home décor, china, lighting, furniture, kitchenware, and more for your stylish home update. Venture upstairs to the design center for fabric, wallpaper, window treatments and other wares for a home or business. Sydney Murphy founded Murphy Long Design more than 30 years ago, partnering with interior designer Elizabeth Long, Allied ASID. Welcoming Courtney Smart Stone, Allied ASID, they’re a trifecta of talent in the heart of El Dorado.

EL DORADO’S UNION SQUARE DISTRICT www.GoElDorado.com It’s showtime in El Dorado! Arkansas’ original boomtown is entering its second act as the Festival City of the South. May is packed with events, including the 20th Annual Mayhaw Festival on May 4-5 at the historic Newton House Museum and featuring the Travelin’ McCourys. Also on May 5, performing at the El Dorado Municipal Auditorium are blues sensations K-Ci & JoJo. On May 11-12, enjoy Main Street El Dorado’s annual Bugs, Bands & Bikes Festival in the Union Square district. The Kentucky Headhunters perform on May 12. And on May 26, remember our nation’s heroes with a free patriotic concert performance by the South Arkansas Symphony Orchestra on Union Square. www.athomearkansas.com 75

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WHAT’S IN STORE {GREAT FINDS FROM AROUND THE STATE} {ACCESSORY GALLERY} Wherever you go, arrive stylishly. Big Buddha’s Willow handbag, $95, lends a pop of spring color that won’t go unnoticed. Available at Accessory Gallery, Hot Springs, (501) 321-9168

{EMBELLISH INTERIORS} Design-conscious homeowners need look no further than the “Don’t Be Crewel” upholstered settee—a seatsational option featuring a beautifully detailed floral pattern. Available at Embellish Interiors, Pleasant Ridge Town Center, Little Rock, (501) 223-6965

{BOX TURTLE } Simply delicate and sweet engraved sterling silver jewelry lets you personalize your charms with your favorite messages and the names of those nearest and dearest to your heart. Available at Box Turtle, Little Rock, (501) 661-1167, shopboxturtle.com

{CLINTON MUSEUM STORE} When things heat up, stay cool with the sleek Propello desktop fan, $139.95, designed by Black+Blum. Featuring soft rubber blades, it’s completely safe without use of a covering guard and is virtually silent as well. Clinton Museum Store, Little Rock’s River Market, (501) 748-0400

{MICHAEL ARAM } Frame peaceful memories in an Olive branch oxidized metal photo frame, available in a range of sizes. michaelaram.com

{FIESTA } The colorfully favorite dinnerware brand announced its new color for the year, Flamingo. This much anticipated hue was several years in the making and will join the lineup of Fiesta’s 14 other festive colors. homerlaughlin.com

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OCCUPATION: Deputy Director of Museum Relations at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art. BEST KNOWN FOR: Being a part of the dynamic team that opened Crystal Bridges and is now defi ning the way visitors experience the museum. LIVES IN: A Fayetteville home designed in 1968 by architect E. Fay Jones. It’s known as the Buckley House, after the family that commissioned it, and I’m the fourth owner. I’ve lived here since 1999, and over time have refreshed the interiors and brought the color scheme into a more current palette. MY FAVORITE ROOM IN MY HOUSE IS: Nearly impossible to choose, since I am blessed to have many favorite spots. To the credit of this remarkable house, every living space is warm and inviting. The architecture, quite literally, either soars with dynamic open spaces or creates warm cozy nooks. I’M MOST AT HOME: Alone with a good book and great music or gathering with friends and family, enjoying food and music. My early career was in the promotion of music, and it always fi lls this house. Photography: Rett Peek

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