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12 AT HOME STYLE 12 Stylish Finds Goods that give back 14 Design News What’s new and notable in The Natural State 16 Design Furnishings with spring flair 19 Collections A Greers Ferry collector’s antique lace 23 Before & After A renovated living space in Fort Smith for families in need 29 In the Garden A West Little Rock family’s garden and guesthouse retreat
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AT HOME OUT & ABOUT 56 Spring Fashion Stylebook Your guide to the latest looks in fashion and accessories 76 On the Road A designer’s tips for shopping in Rogers and Bentonville
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Arkansans believe in giving back. That concept is confirmed for me nearly daily, whether it’s an invitation to a charity fundraiser crossing my desk, a homeowner heading to an auxiliary meeting after we tour her house, or simply a drive through downtown after leaving our Little Rock office and passing the headquarters of Heifer International or the Clinton Foundation. Like any good editor, I fact checked what I intuitively believed to be true—that Arkansans are an incredibly giving group. I’m happy to report that the numbers made me even more state-proud. In the most recent reports from the National Center for Charitable Statistics, average contributions per Arkansan were more than 21 percent above the national average. That places us within the 10 most charitable states, which I bet you’ll agree with me is one list we’re happy to top. We decided that the many ways Arkansans give back deserve highlighting, and this, our very first “Welcoming Homes, Warm Hearts” issue, does just that. In addition to gracious homes and good design, we offer a more personal peek into the charitable causes each homeowner supports, from medical research, to women and children’s health, to issues facing families. Along the way, we mention a few of the causes At Home helps promote as well, showcasing ways the design community gives back, including Symphony Designer House XXI and the American Society of Interior Designers’ Wine and Design, which benefits Our House shelter. Let us know if this issue touches your heart as much as it has ours. If so, we’ll make it an annual event.
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If you’re reading this magazine, you already believe that a home is more than just a roof over your head. Help those Arkansans in need of clean, decent and stable housing through the charitable works of Habitat for Humanity. With 18 offices around the state, your donation or volunteer efforts make a direct impact on your community. www.habitat.org
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Clean out the clutter and donate furniture, lighting, tools and other home-related wares to one of the eight Habitat for Humanity ReStores statewide. With locations in Benton, Bentonville, Conway, Fayetteville, Fort Smith, Hot Springs, North Little Rock and Searcy, you can donate or shop locally, and all of the proceeds go toward the construction of Habitat for Humanity homes. www.habitat.org/restores
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1. Handmade blown glass bowl by Vitreluxe Glass Works, from the Arkansas Arts Center museum shop, where all proceeds benefit the museum. Arkansas Arts Center, Little Rock 2. Boxes from India with mother-of-pearl inlay from International Interior Design, where two percent of each sale funds charitable causes. International Interior Design, Little Rock 4 3. For each FEED bag purchased, one child in Africa will receive school lunch for an entire year through a donation to the United Nations World Food Programme. The FEED pouch provides food and job skill training to 10 women through the United Nations World Food Programme’s Food for Assets. EcoFab, Little Rock 4. Tails of Love benefits the Humane Society of the Ozarks. French Quarters, Fayetteville 5. Papier-mache animals handmade by Haitian artists and purchased at fair trade prices. Clinton Museum Store, Little Rock 6. Glass bottles with bird stoppers from The Playaway Gift Shop at Arkansas Children’s Hospital, where all proceeds benefit the hospital. Arkansas Children’s Hospital, Little Rock 7. Wares promoting the Arkansas Literary Festival (April 7 – 13), sponsored by the Central Arkansas Library System, benefit the event. Central Arkansas Library, Little Rock
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A historic home in Little Rock’s Edgehill neighborhood is the setting for Symphony Designer House XXI, showcasing rooms and gardens expertly updated by some of Central Arkansas’ most talented interior designers and landscape pros. In addition to design inspiration, the showhouse features the Go for Baroque Gift Shop and Bach’s Tea Room, offering meals by local chefs. All proceeds from the event support the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra.
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Wildwood Park for the Arts presents BLOOMS! Festival Celebrate springtime with a bouquet of family fun, including a children’s storybook garden with crafts, live entertainment, a flower market, demos by leading horticulturalists and a colorful display of the region’s largest collection of native woodland azaleas. Saturday, April 16
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Little Rock Council of Garden Clubs hosts the 11th annual spring tour Get ready for growing season with a visit to nine beautiful gardens in North Little Rock, plus the grounds of the Old Mill, listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Geared around the concept of garden artistry, the tour highlights colorful annuals and perennials, stone retaining walls and pathways, water features, bonsai, garden sculpture and more. Master gardeners and landscape experts will be available at each location to answer questions.
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A Greers Ferry collector ďŹ nds a place for antique lace in her wardrobe and her home By Paulette Pearson
Beginner’s Guide for Collecting Lace 1. Don’t disregard damaged lace. “There will always be a portion left that you can salvage,” Mary Anne says. 2. For the wardrobe, consider incorporating lace into a baby’s Christening gown or Easter dress, or using it to line a basket, tie to a handbag, or better yet to make an evening bag. “I’m also experimenting with using it to make jewelry,” Mary Anne says. 3. For the home, consider framing lace on a black background to highlight the details, or hanging a large piece behind your bed as a pseudo headboard. 4. Lace can be delicate. For cleaning, lay it flat in a bathtub to soak in warm or cool water with a small amount of gentle shampoo or dishwashing liquid. Rather than machine drying, lay it in the sun to dry, then spray with a bit of starch and iron through a dry wash cloth to prevent heat damage. 5. Use watered down bleach on a Q-tip to remove stains, if you feel the lace can withstand it. Note that some lace may be too delicate. 20
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Mary Anne Gunter dives passionately into everything she does. The former psychiatric nurse, now pursuing a doctorate in psychology, is intent on exposing children and adults to a wide range of cultural endeavors, from conducting etiquette classes to sharing art and literature through volunteering for Little Rock’s Arkansas Literary Festival and the Ozark Film Festival. Mary Anne’s passion for antique lace runs just as deep. She acquired her first piece of lace, a doily, at the tender age of 10. At 19, she saved up enough babysitting money to purchase her first antique dresser, where she still displays her collection more than 30 years later. And for her daughter Vanessa’s wedding, she hand-sewed a handkerchief—sewing is another passion—using remnants of lace from her first doily, her own wedding gown and that of her great grandmother. “It was Vanessa’s ‘something old,’” she says. “I made a satin ivory bow, with a loop holding her baby ring, and sewed on pearls from an antique necklace.” Early exposure to the arts fueled Mary Anne’s dreams of visiting England, where she eventually acquired the majority of her collection. “My mother sang opera, loved books, classical music, antiques and literature,” Mary Anne says. Her favorite piece came from a little antique shop about a mile from the Tower of London, costing a mere three dollars. English outdoor markets, known in England as jumble or boot sales, have also proven fruitful over the years, with antique treasures crumpled up in coffee cans and boxes just waiting to be discovered. Heirloom pieces, like a slip and a pair of gloves passed down from her grandmother, also grace Mary Anne’s collection. Mary Anne believes that lace making, made popular in Europe during the 16th century, is a dying art form. While visiting France, she once watched an elderly woman make lace, her hands working so fast “they were a blur,” she recalls. “When she’s gone, all of that talent will be lost.” Rather than machine made synthetic styles, she seeks handmade natural cotton, silk or linen fabric, which are transformed into lace either when holes are punched out or threads are looped, twisted or braided together. Her other favorite techniques include entredeux, French for “between two,” which is the joining of lace to fabric, lace to lace, or fabric to fabric. Another, filet crochet, uses finer threads and more decorative styles of stitching. Collecting lace, says Mary Anne, recalls a time when women hand-sewed their trousseau—clothes, accessories, and household linens and wares they would need as brides. They hand-stitched monograms to tablecloths and napkins, made their gowns, chemises and camisoles, and wore them every day. She believes women today should embrace all things delicate and feminine as well. As a wife, mother, professional and volunteer, she’s a shining example of that. “You can sit in a board room wearing a lace collar,” she adds. “Absolutely.” www.athomearkansas.com 21
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For families with children in the neonatal intensive care unit at St. Edward Mercy Medical Center in Fort Smith, options for staying near their child overnight were once limited to camping out on a hospital sofa or booking an extended stay at a hotel. That was until Ronald McDonald House Charities became involved, and raised the funds to convert a wing of the hospital used as physician sleeping quarters into a virtual home-away-from-home for families in need. Geared toward offering meals and a resting place during the day as well as sleeping quarters for overnight, the space needed to incorporate living and dining areas, a kitchen, bathrooms, bedrooms and even a laundry room. Fayetteville-based interior design Joshua Jones was commissioned to oversee the makeover, and devised a plan for transforming a series of utilitarian rooms into a space with the comforts of home. “The first step was to create a concept that would drive our design decisions,” says Jones. “The healing power of nature became our solution, with a goal of creating a warm, comfortable, nature-inspired retreat that would soothe the mind and body.” Working within an open central space, Jones used ceiling and floor treatments to define separate living and dining areas. “The cold tile ceiling that was originally here had to go,” says Jones. “In its place, I designed a new ceiling plan with varying heights and materials to create circulation paths and spaces.” New wood laminate floors and rugs work in tandem with the ceiling design to www.athomearkansas.com 23
delineate areas, and organic colors and textures, comfortable furnishings, nature-inspired artwork and ambient lighting create an inviting gathering place. The original, lackluster kitchen gave way to a serene space that can accommodate a crowd, with a new peninsula counter for food prep and seating and the warm tones of java-colored cabinets, Corian countertops, a mosaic tile backsplash incorporating various earth tones, and porcelain tile floors with a slate pattern. A soft green wall color ties the various areas together, and carries over to the private bedroom quarters as well. “These rooms were all very small,” says Jones, “but using tall, slender beds and some careful space planning made them seem much larger.” New carpet, ceiling tiles, comfortable bedding and artwork completed the transformation. “Our goal was for guests to feel as if they were transported out of the hospital completely,” says Jones, “and the organic textures, healthy materials and natural elements helped to do that.” Design Resources Interior design Joshua Jones Interiors, Fayetteville Contractor Wear Construction Management, Fort Smith Appliances Metro Builders Supply, Springdale Cabinetry Kitchen Distributors, Fayetteville Countertops/backsplash New Century Countertops & Tile, Springdale Draperies Fabric Gallery, Springdale Flooring Turnquist Carpets, Fort Smith Furniture Abide Furniture, Springdale; Gracious Living Interiors, Lowell; I.O. Metro, Fayetteville; La-Z-Boy Furniture Galleries, Springdale Lighting Lighting Emporium, Springdale
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A West Little Rock family’s garden and guesthouse are designed to celebrate both private moments and public events By Diane Carroll
Angela Moody and her three-year-old daughter, Eden, stroll through the formal garden featuring boxwood hedges and an allee of maple trees that lines the approach to their home.
The new patio features handcrafted concrete decking from Peacock Pavers and a pool, designed by Morehead Pools, which includes a shallow, circular dipping area for Eden. Containers and statuary are from Cantrell Gardens Nursery.
Family time at the Moody household often finds Edward, Angela and their young daughter, Eden, walking the rows of their vegetable garden, sampling cherry tomatoes, examining peppers, picking blackberries or simply stopping to smell the flowers. The bucolic setting might seem at odds with the stately Georgian home and the formal landscape surrounding it, but creating a balance between family friendly and entertaining elegant is just what the Moodys had in mind when they began planning their gardens and grounds. “My husband and I both like a formal design style with structure and symmetry, which certainly fits with the lines of our house, and in most areas we stayed true to that,” says Angela, “but we also wanted more informal places, including a comfortable guesthouse and a vegetable garden we could tend.” The Moodys’ home sits on eight acres of rolling countryside in West Little Rock, and when they purchased the estate six years ago, the landscaping was limited to the perimeter of the house and an adjacent pool. “What began the landscaping process for us was the idea of a natural progression that would lead you through more of the property,” says Angela, “with a formal entrance and allee of trees up front, directing you to the house, and then back through the patio, pool and gardens.” As avid supporters of a variety of philanthropic causes, the Moodys also envisioned the grounds as prime space for charitable fundraisers. “We felt we could offer a unique setting for hosting events,” says Angela, “and Edward and I are honored to volunteer often in a fundraising capacity.” With entertaining in mind, the Moodys updated the pool and enlarged the patio to incorporate a full-service outdoor kitchen, breezeway and covered seating area, surrounded by ample green space for tables or a band. 30
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A new guesthouse flanks the edge of the entertaining area and offers tranquil quarters for visiting family and friends. Gardens surround the new space, highlighting a mix of colorful blooms to soften the setting. “Within the formal structure, we opted for less formal colors,” says Angela. “Red, purple and yellow work well with our house and are vivid from a distance, reminding us of fields of lavender or bright poppies we’ve seen during trips to Europe.” From the patio, a path leads to the vegetable plot, complete with a garden shed and stone walkways. During the spring and summer growing season, it boasts more than a dozen kinds of vegetables, a wide range of herbs, several types of berries, melons, and more. “I grew up with a garden, Edward enjoys it too, and it was something I hoped we could pass on to Eden,” says Angela. “Now, it’s one of our favorite ways to spend time together.” Design Resources Guesthouse architecture John Jarrard, Little Rock Guesthouse interior design, furnishings Cobblestone & Vine, Little Rock Landscape design/installation Landscape Associates Inc., North Little Rock Plants Arkansas Garden Center, Cantrell Gardens Nursery, River Valley Horticultural Products, Little Rock Pool Morehead Pools, Little Rock Pots, statuary Cantrell Gardens Nursery, Little Rock Tile Arkansas Stone Importers, Little Rock; Elder Distributing, Maumelle
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Designer Janna Toland of Cobblestone & Vine outďŹ tted the new guesthouse, which was designed by architect John Jarrard, with celadon and cream hues and lush textiles, including velvet bedding and silk draperies. The poolside bathroom and outdoor kitchen feature durable tile in similarly soothing shades. Facing page: Angela Moody enjoys the pool and patio view through French doors in the guesthouse.
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In the dining room in Lisa and Neal Kirkpatrick’s home, an antique iron and crystal chandelier and an 18th-century tapestry from Marshall Clements mix with a Regency-style dining table, chairs covered in a Kravet fabric, a pair of 19thcentury chinoserie wedding chests, and a George III sideboard. Previous page: Shelves in the library hold Neal’s collection of leather-bound books and framed 19th-century intaglios. www.athomearkansas.com 39
At Home in Arkansas: How did this stately home, which you share with your husband, Neal, and your children, Elizabeth and Wesley, become yours?
Lisa Kirkpatrick: We fell in love with our home more than 22 years ago. Neal and I would drive by often and just knew one day it would be ours. The dream became a reality nine years ago and since then we’ve poured our hearts into creating a look that the home needed and deserved. AHIA: Your home is filled with beautiful antique treasures. LK: Neal and I began collecting antiques early in our marriage. Neal’s parents enjoyed this hobby and we quickly became hooked. Our first purchase was a bachelor’s chest we both fell in love with. Neal researches particular pieces for authenticity and I enjoy the aesthetics of the process. We look for objects that have character, and enjoy old wooden pieces that have life to them. AHIA: The home boasts pieces from various periods. LK: We really don’t have a favorite period. We have many favorite pieces, which come from different eras. Our home is Georgian and we tried really hard to stay with English Regency antiques, but we also love French Empire and Asian antiques. We really do love all periods; it would be very difficult to pick just one. AHIA: Vignettes of collectibles are displayed beautifully in many rooms as well. LK: We enjoy collecting bronze pieces and have enjoyed finding tortoise shell treasures. Our most vast collection is Neal’s assortment of leather-bound books. Neal began his collection more than 20 years ago and they have come from all over the world. He looks for both condition and content when acquiring new pieces. Neal’s late father, Don, collected leather-bound books and we are carrying on the tradition. AHIA: With your passions directed at finding unique pieces, how do you incorporate color and fabric in your home? LK: Over the years, we have relied on Jim Clements and Reggie Marshall of Marshall Clements and their ability to select fabrics for window treatments, bedding and upholstered pieces in several rooms. I have come to accept that my husband and I have a good eye for antiques, but really need help selecting paint colors and textiles. We also
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enjoy visiting their shop and seem to always find something special to take home. AHIA: What home project is next for the Kirkpatrick family? LK: Our daughter is away at college and Wesley is a busy 17-year-old. Add four dogs to the mix and you can visualize how active our family is. We knew the home would always be a work in progress. When we moved in, our dining room had wallpaper and we opted to leave it for at least a year. Well, eight years later, a good friend and designer, Bill Beringer, helped us freshen things up around the house and highly suggested we remove the wallpaper. This began the last major project in our home. It was amazing what a difference it made to take down the wallpaper and incorporate new window treatments and dining room chairs. Bill shared our vision for this particular area of the house and we are thrilled with the result. AHIA: Any words of advice for those desiring to collect antiques? LK: Do your research and be patient. We had been looking for the perfect piece for our dining room table for quite a long time. Bill helped in our search and when he found a gilt bronze piece for our table, it was love at first sight. Antiques speak to you. When you find a keeper you feel it. No matter what period it comes from, you just feel it.
Design Resources Builder John L. Ulmer & Son Builders, Little Rock Interior design Marshall Clements, Little Rock Dining room design Bill Beringer, Trianon & Blackmon Antiques, Little Rock Furnishings Antique Co., Cobblestone & Vine, Marshall Clements, Trianon & Blackmon Antiques, Little Rock
Lisa and one of her four dogs enjoy the living room, which features an antique carved and waxed pine mantle and a Coromandel-style screen. An 18th-century gilt mantle mirror and tapestry accompany a 19th-century marquetry table and bronze Empire lamps.
An Empire eight-arm chandelier and 18th-century Persian rugs grace the foyer, where another of the Kirkpatricks’ pets peers in the door. Facing page, clockwise from top: In the library, a pair of First Empire candelabra lamps flanks an antique English portrait. The breakfast room’s iron chandelier is from Cobblestone & Vine. Favorite bronze and Napoleonic collectibles are highlighted on a library table.
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The guest bedroom’s custom headboard and draperies were designed by Marshall Clements and include Stroheim fabrics. The master bedroom features a pair of painted and gilt French armchairs; bedding from Cobblestone & Vine teams with an antique tapestry pillow.
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Arkansas Children’s Hospital
Lisa Kirkpatrick’s involvement with Arkansas Children’s Hospital began when her daughter, Elizabeth, participated in the Star ACHievers program run by the Arkansas Children’s Hospital Auxiliary. Geared for ninth grade girls, Star ACHievers teaches the importance of giving back to the community and involves touring different areas of the hospital and volunteering for various auxiliary projects. The group’s parent orientation moved Lisa to become a lifetime member of the auxiliary. “I quickly began serving on various committees and chairing events,” says Lisa. “I’ve met wonderful people along the way and I’m grateful to be a part of such an amazing hospital.” Lisa is past president of the auxiliary and now serves in a vice presidential role. With more than 400 members, the auxiliary supports the hospital through a range of fundraising efforts including Arkansas a la Carte, the Miracle Ball, the Playaway Gift Shop, Star ACHievers, and holiday cards featuring artwork by patients. In 2010, the auxiliary raised more than $800,000 for the hospital. In April, the Arkansas Children’s Hospital Auxiliary and Chenal Country Club will host Arkansas a la Carte, offering tastings from more than 20 area restaurants and caterers. Guests will also enjoy a silent auction and live music. Thursday, April 21 Chenal Country Club, Little Rock 6:30 – 9 p.m. For more information: (501) 364-1476 or achfdn@archildrens.org
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At the home of I.O. Metro founder and chief executive officer Jay Howard and his wife, Christine, the company’s creative director, benches on the front porch are repurposed ox carts from India . The home’s exterior was updated with Sherwin-Williams paint: Tony Taupe on the brick, Black Fox on shutters and doors, and Pure White on columns. Inside, a custom staircase by Razorback Ironworks adds a modern element to the traditional foyer.
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In the living area, furnishings and art from I.O. Metro contrast with walls covered in Sherwin-Williams’ Aesthetic White. Hardwood floors throughout the house were refinished by Tom January Floors, Inc.
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At Home in Arkansas: As the dynamic duo behind the specialty furniture retailer I.O. Metro—your husband, Jay, is the founder and chief executive officer, and you’re the creative director—do you feel like kids in a candy shop when you move into a new home?
Christine Howard: Definitely. Our homes have always been our testing grounds for new items, experimenting with styles and seeing how well each piece works over time. We’ve been married almost five years, and in that time we’ve lived in nine homes, so we’ve had plenty of experience with the process. AHIA: What spurred so many moves? CH: It’s something that Jay and I enjoy, designing and evolving our style. Several of our homes have sold quickly, necessitating short-term moves, which was the case with our last one. We had planned to build a new home, but time-wise it made more sense for us to renovate. We purchased this house, which is in the same neighborhood as our previous home, undertook some cosmetic renovations and began enjoying it. AHIA: This house, a two-story brick home next to the Pinnacle Country Club golf course, has decidedly traditional lines, whereas I.O. Metro is known for more contemporary styles. How did you meld the two? CH: The main thing we focused on is that your home is a reflection of who you are. Rather than having the home dictate our style, we infused the traditional interior with cleanlined, softly modern pieces. Our travels also shape our style, and this house has more globally influenced, one-of-a-kind items. We want our home to reflect where we’ve been and the places we’ve seen. AHIA: Where had you been and what had you seen when you began furnishing this home? CH: Jay and I were traveling and working on the 1492 collection for the store, which includes global, artisan pieces. We saw people playing these oversized drums in India, and that resulted in the drum table that’s in the family room. Indonesian tree stumps ended up as the coffee table in the living room. When we travel, we think about the store always, but we also think, “is this something we would put in our own home, is it good quality, functional, durable?” We think of the personal level first, and if it fits that, then it’s a fit for the store too. AHIA: How do you describe the resulting style of the interiors? CH: Ultimately, I’d call it soft modern. Clean lines plus other influences, a neutral palette, modern and fresh but warm.
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AHIA: You mentioned cosmetic renovations. How did you rehab the house? CH: The house was only 10 years old, but it had a more country aesthetic, brass fixtures and so forth. Our goal was to enhance the architecture of the house and modernize it, making it feel more youthful. We painted the entire house, changed the light fixtures and updated both fireplaces. In the kitchen, we replaced the granite counters and slate tile backsplash with a lighter look, opting for stainless steel for the backsplash and the appliances. We also replaced a spindle staircase with a clean-lined ornamental iron one, which sets the tone from the minute you walk in the front door. AHIA: You and Jay have always held charity events at your homes. Did large scale entertaining figure into your renovation? CH: One of the elements we liked about this home from the beginning is that it has a good flow for entertaining. Having several different living areas that are easy to move between is important, and this house has a circular flow between the foyer, living, family, kitchen and dining spaces. It also has lots of windows, so even though you’re indoors, you feel like it’s a more expansive space. That basic flow didn’t need much modifying. The other strength for entertaining is that the living room has a series of doors leading outside, and we updated the landscaping and added seating. Jay and I have already hosted several charitable events here, and we can attest to how well the floor plan works, and what a comfortable setting this is for everyone.
Design Resources Contractor/renovator Josh Porter Inc., Rogers Landscape design DK Design, Fayetteville Accessories, art, bedding, draperies, furnishings, lighting I.O. Metro, locations statewide Carpet, flooring, stone fireplace, tile Tom January Floors, Inc., Fayetteville Countertops New Century Countertops & Tile, Springdale Paint Sherwin-Williams, locations statewide Plumbing fixtures Ferguson, Springdale Staircase Razorback Ironworks, Fayetteville
The Howards incorporated favorite items found on their travels into the décor, including Indonesian tree stumps as an impromptu coffee table in the living room and an Indian drum in the family room. In the dining room, the pattern of the reclaimed wood chandelier is reflected in the art; walls are covered in Sherwin-Williams’ Black Fox.
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In the refurbished kitchen, cabinets covered in SherwinWilliams’ Pure White contrast with walls painted Black Fox; stainless steel tile brightens the backsplash. A carved Indian bed takes center stage in the master bedroom. On the terrace, a reclaimed wood table and chandelier create a unique dining niche.
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Home-related causes and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
When Jay Howard founded I.O. Metro, he and his wife, Christine, established the goal that the business would always give back to the community. Causes related to home became a natural fit, and the company has volunteered and donated the furniture for two home makeovers for “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition,” provided the furniture for a Habitat for Humanity home and a showcase home benefiting Susan G. Komen for the Cure, created the Live United house benefiting United Way and hosted an event for the Northwest Arkansas Children’s Shelter. The company supports the communities where their stores are located through a myriad of additional events, and in recent years, Christine has enhanced their efforts with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital as a way to give back to a larger audience. “We wanted to continue with in-store events and donating to auctions, but as I.O. Metro continued to expand into new states, I felt we needed a corporate charity that had a direct effect on people in all communities,” says Christine. “It wasn’t difficult for me to decide which organization to support, as my life was forever changed when I lost a dear friend to leukemia. We wholeheartedly support St. Jude’s because their research findings are shared freely with doctors and scientists all over the world, and it is the only pediatric cancer research center where no child is ever denied treatment because of the family’s inability to pay.” Last year, I.O. Metro was the presenting sponsor of the first NWA St. Jude Signature Bash, raising more than $32,000. This year, they’re again supporting the cause with the 2nd Annual St. Jude Signature Bash A $5,000 I.O. Metro room makeover will be auctioned and event tickets can be purchased at the company’s stores in Fayetteville and Rogers. Friday, April 1 Pratt Place Barn, Fayetteville www.friendsofstjude.org/nwarkansas 53
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Upstairs landing: Art, Eames-style chair and other furnishings from Soho Modern, Little Rock; drawings by Indian artist Adimoolam
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ROGERS & BENTONVILLE Local interior designer Julie Wait Fryauf gives At Home a tour around town and shares her go-to spots for dining, shopping and more
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Rogers is known for great shopping, especially with the booming Pinnacle Hills area coming into prominence, boasting national and regional favorites such as POTTERY BARN and WILLIAMS-SONOMA at Pinnacle Hills Promenade and I.O. METRO (3335 Market St., 479-899-6288, www.iometro.com) at The Shoppes at Pinnacle Hills. Nearby, the newly opened HANK’S & MORE FINE FURNITURE (4308 Pleasant Crossing Blvd., 479-631-7632, www.hanksfurniture.com) features upscale brands, including designer favorites Bernhardt and Henredon, within a 92,000-square-foot gallery-style setting. If you’re looking for historical charm, venture to downtown Rogers, where you’ll find boutique shops and unique dining venues. SHOPPING
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First up, a visit to Fryauf’s own art gallery at JULIE WAIT DESIGNS (318 S. First St., 479-631-8706, www. juliewaitdesigns.com), where the designer hosts rotating shows by regional artists. Next, venture down the street to OPULENCE (210 S. First St., 479-202-5377, www. opulencedecor.com), a new location for the Fort Smithbased home décor store specializing in traditional elegance. Nearby, POOR RICHARD’S ART (116 S. First St., 479-6360417, www.poorrichardsart.com) showcases original arts and crafts, including baskets, pottery, photography and more, from Northwest Arkansas artisans. Around the corner, WHITES JEWELRY AND ESTATE BUYERS (115 W. Walnut St., 479-631-8850) offers antiques, collectibles and jewelry in a classic setting. The new shop RETRO (107 W. Walnut St., 479-466-6117) sells up-cycled furniture, home décor and art. Next door, BRICK STREET BOTANICAL (105 W. Walnut St., 479-633-8890, www. brickstreetbotanical.com) has wonderful fresh flowers, unique nature-inspired wares and amazing orchids.
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DINING Downtown Rogers has a variety of options for lunch or dinner, and the newest spot on the block is THE RAIL (218 S. First St., 479-633-8808, www.therailpizza.com), with gourmet pizzas and an outdoor patio for enjoying the neighborhood. CHICAGO DOG (121 S. Second St., 479-6363647) makes for a fun lunch, followed by sweet treats at KIRBY’S KUPCAKES (128 S. Second St., 479-633-8400) where we can personally attest to the delicious variety of cupcakes offered. For finer dining, venture over to ROLANDO’S RESTAURANTE (224 S. Second St., 479-621-1002) for beautifully presented Cuban fare in a quiet atmosphere. Bentonville has become a museum destination with CRYSTAL BRIDGES MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ART (www. crystalbridgesmuseum.org) slated to open in November and exhibitions temporarily hosted at the MASSEY BUILDING DOWNTOWN (125 W. Central Ave., 479-418-5700). THE WALMART VISITOR CENTER (105 N. Main St., 479-273-1329, www.walmartstores.com) is another favorite, currently undergoing restoration and opening this spring. Dine nearby at TABLE MESA (108 E. Central Ave., 479-7156706, www.tablemesabistro.com) for modern Latin cuisine in an upscale setting on the downtown square. Shop in the area at THE PURPLE ARMADILLO (709 S.W. A St., 479-2712113) for home furnishings and accents and plan a visit to M. GRACE (3511 S.E. J St., 479-715-6050, www.mgracenet. com) for unique and custom home goods, including decorative pillows, bedding, draperies and hardware, furnishings and a wide array of beautiful fabrics.
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At Home with Carol Herzog OCCUPATION: Executive director of Potluck— Food Rescue, which is Arkansas’ only food rescue organization and bridges the gap between excess food and the hungry. BEST KNOWN FOR: In the 17 years I’ve been with Potluck, you could say I’ve been a pretty good grant writer. I’ve written more than $2 million in grants for the organization, helping us grow from one truck and 23 donors to four trucks and more than 200 donors. In 2010, we recovered more than 4.5 million pounds of food. LIVES IN: The Cammack Village neighborhood in Little Rock, in a house that was built in 1950. It’s a small, wonderful cottage that lives large. MY FAVORITE PART OF MY HOUSE IS: My home office, which also serves as a den and a guestroom. My wonderful house is less than 1,000 square feet, and every room does double duty. This room does triple duty, with a desk, a television cabinet and a loveseat that converts to a bed. I’M MOST AT HOME: Anywhere in my house, but especially at my kitchen table. It’s a wonderful old worktable, seven feet long and all beaten up. It’s where I am every morning, journaling and doing my crossword puzzle. It seats six and it works well for an intimate dinner for two or a larger party.
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