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lue is the color of our lakes and sky, and when used indoors blue is the color of calm and tranquility. Beautiful shades of blue adorn both the inside and outside of a charming lakeside Victorian cottage featured in this issue of HomeLife. The homeowners have taken a simple single story ranch and turned it into their elegant dream home just steps from Walloon Lake. From the warm wood cabinets and floors to the cozy fieldstone fireplace and spacious upstairs veranda off the master suite, this home is all about relaxation and romance. Green is the color of new growth, renewal and rebirth. Inside this month’s magazine is the story of an extensively remodeled historic home that exemplifies this and much more. This Petoskey dwelling, in its sophisticated shades of gray, has been reborn a green energy home thanks to the vision of its homeowners, builder and interior designer. The result is a quaint in-town home that has been gently and expertly brought back to its former glory retaining much of its 1800’s charm while featuring a modern floor plan
and energy efficient details throughout. The colors in home design are limited only by a homeowner’s imagination. A kaleidoscope of tastes and styles are reflected in the colors we choose to decorate our homes. Colors can set the mood, generate excitement, create a calm oasis, make a large room more cozy, or a small room more spacious. Whatever color appeals to you and makes you feel good is the right color choice. Countertops come in a variety of materials, colors and styles. Choosing the right countertop is a solid investment in your home. Local retailers can help homeowners wade through the plethora of options while balancing functionality, durability and, of course, style. Selecting an overhead fixture to light the dining room is the perfect place to let your artistic side wander. Interior designers advise homeowners that this is one place
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Goes with wine Accessories pair nicely with your favorite vintage By Sean Miller • Photography by G. Randall Goss
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obbyists or aficionados of any activity or topic usually know a great deal about their passion. When it comes to beverages such as wine, there are, of course, a vast selection to choose from, but what about the accessories? From special glasses, purses, or corkscrews to funky rocks or clothes to dress your bottles in, any enthusiast can find something unique. Northern Michigan is home to a number of places you can find something you’d like. Grandpa Shorter’s in Petoskey has a wide selection of wine stoppers unique to our area. If you love our numerous lakes such as Burt, Walloon, Crooked, Charlevoix, or Lake Michigan, why not get a stopper to prove it. For something a little different, Grandpa Shorter’s also has one-of-a-kind Shed Antler Corkscrews to help you pop that bottle, and taste the grapes. Reusch Jewelers in Petoskey doesn’t just sell jewelry, it has something unique to Northern Michigan that can add some excitement to your favorite bottle. The Mitchell Street store has Petoskey stone wine stoppers that show off a gem from our area. For the traditional, Cutler’s in downtown Petoskey has all of your must-haves. With a walk through the store you can find all sorts 6
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of assorted wine stoppers, coasters and glasses. Cutler’s also has a selection of wine purses to help you carry your favorite bottle with flair. If you frequently go out to parties or get-togethers with friends, a wine purse is the perfect travel item for you and your wine. When you find yourself popping open a bottle and loving the cork what do you do with it? At both of 52 Weekends’ locations in Petoskey and at Boyne Mountain, they have just the thing for you. They have cork pages that can store all of your favorite corks to show off or collect. Similar to a sheet protector, these pages will keep your corks safe and displayed nicely. You won’t have to worry about them crumbling, or misplacing them, and you can easily show them off to your friends. Aside from a selection of stoppers and openers, The Lake House in Charlevoix has what is called a Funky Rock. The rock is specially carved to act as a sort of spigot. You can place your wine bottle in it and use it as wanted, just put your glass under and pour. Whether you are a traditionalist looking for a little flair or looking for something cute and fun, there is a wine accessory out there for you. The options and various selections are sure to help you find something you and your friends can enjoy. HL
Custom winestoppers noting area lakes, and antler handle corkscrew are available at Grandpa Shorter’s, in downtown Petoskey.
Unique Petoskey stone, both polished and natural, and kona dolomite stone winestoppers are available at Reusch Jewelers in Petoskey.
A granite “Funky Rock” wine spigot holds a bottle of wine and allows an individual pour. It is available at The Lake House in downtown Charlevoix.
Unique wine purses and wine glasses for each type of wine are available at Cutler’s in downtown Petoskey.
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e all go to the store and see a varied selection of cheeses in front of us, but most of us don’t go beyond that. Did you know there is a world of possibilities for cheese? You can find the cheese you desire by its age, region and contents. A local hotspot to get all of your cheese needs is Symons General Store in Petoskey. Its customers can choose from a large display case but some tend to stick to their favorites. “One of our bestsellers and customers favorites is our French double and triple creams,” said Sean Isabell, store employee. “People like the creams because they are a softer cheese. It’s similar to fresh mozzarella. There are also selections of cream cheeses based on how much fat content is in it. A standard double cream is around 60 percent fat, while a triple cream is around 70 percent,” he said. Symons has other world cheese such as a number of Gouda cheeses from Holland. The Gouda at Symons won’t taste like the Gouda you get at the supermarket. The biggest difference is where its made. “These cheeses will generally taste different due to the location they are made at. Most of our Gouda comes from Holland so their cattle and soil will be different than here,” said Isabell. Like all cheese, Gouda is aged and generally served as a young or mature cheese for the different flavors that come out in the aging process. A younger Gouda typically ages anywhere between four and 10 weeks. Younger Gouda will have a fudge like feel with a very mild 8
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A selection of world cheeses is available at Symons General Store in Petoskey. Featured are (clockwise from left) Comte cows milk cheese from France, Pittig extra aged four-year-old Gouda cow’s milk cheese from the Netherlands, and double cream soft Fromager d’Affinois cow’s cheese from France.
taste. You can mature Gouda over two years and the more you do, the more aromatic and flavorful it will become. Other favorites at Symons include Alpine cheeses. These originate from Switzerland and the surrounding countries but can also be found being made in Wisconsin. Alpine cheese is a more earthy cheese that is usually paired with younger red wines or a dry white wine. If you’d like to try a nice variety of cheese produced from different animals, Lake Street Market in Boyne City is your place. Lake Street has a wide selection of cheese produced from goat, sheep and cows.
One of its milder sheep’s milk cheeses is the P’tit Basque from France. Not aged for long, this cheese is a mixture of salty, creamy and nuttiness. This would be good on sandwiches or paired with fruits such as peaches or apricots. Midnight Moon is a local favorite which is made using goat’s milk. Aged for six months, this cheese is a little denser with a slight crunch from the aging process. You could enjoy this on its own or pair it with a sweet wine or a dark beer. Another favorite served at Lake Street Market is its Grafton cheddar cheese. It is aged for four years giving it a very sharp and earthy flavor. Because it is
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aged for so long, it is much more dry and crumbly than a cheddar you’d get at the supermarket. In Harbor Springs, Carol Costello and her catering company work with a wide selection of world cheese as well. If you have a sweet tooth or are looking at putting together an elegant dessert tray, you may want to use some of Costello’s favorites. “I like to use a Stilton cheese which is an English blue that is creamy. It’s more of a dessert cheese that would go great with gingersnaps or dark chocolate,” said Costello. For an intense flavor, Castello Marquis is another favorite. Because of its production methods, the marquis has a red smear on the outside and albino blue mould on the inside creating a very unique look. It is a creamy and buttery cheese with a combination of flavors including tropical fruits. It seems the world of cheese is endless. You can have the same cheese taste differently depending on the region its produced and the aging process. Everyone has their own likes and dislikes and if you look, and taste long enough, you will find a cheese that’s perfect for you. HL
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here are many advantages to a certified green home, and Sandra and Bud Cicciarelli are everyday more aware of these benefits. Retired educators from Oakland County, Sandra and Bud knew they wanted to live in Petoskey after visiting many times to enjoy the seasons and the amenities. They also knew they wanted a
green home, the decision both ethical and practical, they believe. Of course, a green home is a project, however, so the Cicciarellis understood the task ahead of them when they purchased the 1896 Seibert home in downtown Petoskey in 2013. Sandra and Bud became only the third owners of the home, built as a wedding gift for Margaret Seibert and
“We wanted to update the home with more modern colors, but we wanted to keep the integrity of the late 1800’s charm.” Amy Drooge of Villa Décor in Grand Rapids
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Amos Henika, son of noted Petoskey merchant C.B. Henika who operated an upscale import and home furnishings store for many years on Mitchell Street. Margaret and Amos’s daughter Matilda occupied the house until 2000, when at 95 she finally sold. There was one owner in between, and after they bought the home, the Cicciarellis secured local builder John Plichta of J.R. Builders to turn the century old landmark into a certified green home. “We like the location and we like the bones of the house,” Sandra says. So in the summer of 2013, Plichta and his crew stripped the interior down to the studs. “The original entryway was the only part of the house we could keep,” Sandra says, pointing to the rich wood tones of the main door and inside moldings and railings at the front of the house. There are two general requirements for the true green home, Bud says. “First, you have to renovate an existing home. And second, you have to renovate a home in town, within walking distance of town.” The Cicciarellis, with Plichta’s help, accomplished both. Plichta understands how working on older homes presents predictable obstacles. “In these old homes, we’re pigeonholed,” he says, explaining that such homes were designed with small, individually heated rooms. This means a chimney that creates two complications. “It quarters the home,” keeping the rooms small, he says, and “it’s usually structural.” Plichta says such design is antithetical to modern living.
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“Our style is more open,” he explains, saying modern homes feature larger, less boxy rooms. To that end, Plichta’s crew, after exposing the studs and installing new support beams, then applied a foam and cellulose combination to eliminate the infiltration of old dust and outside air. Next came the installation of an Energy Recovery Ventilation air exchange system. The ERV unit removes air borne contaminants left over in such an old home from traditional coal fired heat. “What gets in is entirely fresh air, from outside and above grade,” Plichta says. The current version of the home is not only more energy efficient and healthier, but also boasts a floor plan strikingly more modern than the Seibert original. On the main floor, what was a living room is now the open dining room, overlooking the street and Little Traverse Bay to the
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west. What had been the dining room, looking out on the side street, is now a modern kitchen with energy efficient appliances and a large granite island. The first floor also boasts a new bedroom, as well as a convenient mudroom at the back door. Back outside the front door, the porch now wraps completely around to the west, offering a comfortable seat for watching the world go by. On the home’s second floor, a bedroom became an airy sitting room. A new window on the room’s west wall offers a desirable view of sunsets and the downtown skyline. There is a full bathroom upstairs, as well as two comfortable bedrooms for the Cicciarellis’ visitors — often their grandchildren. In one bedroom, which the couple calls their “African-Indian room,” decorating features include artifacts and artwork showcasing their love of Africa and Montana, where Sandra and Bud have enjoyed both work and pleasure.
Amy Drooge of Villa Décor in Grand Rapids provided design services for the project. “We wanted to update the home with more modern colors, but we wanted to keep the integrity of the late 1800’s charm,” she says. Earth tones dominate the color scheme, with warm complimentary wall and floor coverings. An older home can present challenges for the designer as well as the contractor, according to Drooge. “The upstairs bathroom had a couple design issues that were brought on by the slope of the ceiling,” Drooge says. Her goal, she explains, created a way around any limitations, however. “I just wanted to accent the character of this room. That is what old homes are all about, the characteristics.” Bud Cicciarelli says the slope is not a problem at all. “It adds a little charm to the house,” he says. All involved understood from the outset how renovating an older home to green standards means change. “We did not attempt to stay within historical boundaries,” Bud says, explaining this would make achieving a certified green home impossible. “We’ve turned something old into something new,” he adds. With cabinetry from Wolverine Cabinets and furnishings from Reid Furniture, Bud and Sandra also sought to outfit locally as many components as possible, recognizing the green goal also applies to the home’s finishing touches. Plichta says this move toward green renovation is gaining momentum, and is not simply a trend. “Building codes are starting to address green principles,” he says. Plichta believes this momentum for green building is not a fad, and that the homes of tomorrow, those that will all have this cutting edge green technology, are the homes he’s building today. Sandra and Bud agree their decision to go green was the right move, and less difficult than some might imagine. “The whole experience was easier than I thought it would be,” Sandra says with a smile. HL HOMElife 17
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design of this Victorian cottage. The homeowners took a simple one story, three bedroom, one bath, 1,200 square foot ranch and turned it into their dream, and after all, that is exactly what their life had become. Having been a Walloon regular since birth in 1952, the woman of the house made sure her new husband in 1995 saw what she had been experiencing her
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whole life. The experience that would become a dream to have a home on Walloon Lake — her home. At first sight of the property in 2002, they knew it had potential so they purchased it with a vision. Immediately the new homeowners themselves completed three sketches of possibilities, and the Victorian cottage began to take shape. There was some doubt about building out the back of the house, but necessity is the mother of invention — there had to be a staircase to the new second floor. And as the house took shape, the building took 20
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a delightful twist. The old third bedroom in the back of the house became a lovely wine bar, a pass through to a new formal dining room, and the new staircase entry to the upstairs master bedroom, a third guest bedroom, and third bath. An extra added bonus was the addition of a veranda complete with a winter enclosure made by Traverse Bay Canvas that allows for three seasons of relaxation looking out toward Walloon from the water-facing master suite. As you approach the house from the lakefront, you may not envision the Victorian delight that awaits. Antique furniture, lakeside effects of wainscoting, new fieldstone fireplace provided by Emmet Brick and Block, tile and wood floors from Petoskey Flooring, and open entry to a ro-
mantic kitchen catapults one into a bygone era of quiet solitude. No stainless appliances and granite here. A majestic blue counter and beautifully installed intricate copper backsplash frame a kitchen of rich dark woods from Home Depot that allows for a rear exit as well toward the formal dining area. The ability to traverse the house in rhythm to life on the water is easy. Also on the first floor toward the lake, are two guest bedrooms with a full bath in between. Keeping the theme of romanticism, the sign on the door to the bathroom reads, “Powder Room,” and once inside, the antique tile pattern of the floor along with the wallpaper border proclaims that you are in a lake home like no other. What makes the trip through the house
entertaining is the highlight of full lives lived: family mementos, pictures, antiques and a touch of modern provide not only a glimpse of the past but of the present and always in a blue toned background resonating with the lake. A rare mixture that can be experienced floor to ceiling and front to back as depicted in a picture of a young boy arriving from Scotland aboard the Queen Elizabeth I that rests not far from a picture of baby girl in a stroller on her first trip to Walloon Lake. On the hand-carved mantel of the living room fireplace there is an old Scottish inscription, “gin yer heart be cauld, I canna warm ya.” If you don’t feel the warmth of this home, you may not be of this earth. Finally, the finished basement and
A calming yet enticing eclectic blue aura surrounds the gardens, the waterfront, and every room within the exquisite design of this Victorian cottage. study adds another 800 square feet to the 2,400 above. A new fireplace centers the study and adds a classic splash to the well adorned room filled with comfortable leather, yet around a blind corner storage abounds behind carefully placed doors. Four Star Builders did some of the original remodeling, while Great Lakes Plumbing and Heating installed the new furnace and central air providing for yearround comfort. The siding was carefully
selected to enshrine the abode in blue and was provided by Midwest Siding of Petoskey. While most of the furniture is heirloom and antiques, there have been purchases from Reid Furniture in Petoskey and Scott Shuptrine of Art Van. An intriguing sidelight to the home is a story of Pierre Bittar standing on the lakefront painting the house, gardens and waterfront array of white fences, birdhouses and Adirondack HOMElife 21
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chairs. When approached, Bittar became somewhat nervous about his unannounced incursion, but after a brief chat, he returned to complete his painting and featured it in his Harbor Springs studio. The artist’s feeling for the property and perception of a finished work of art in his mind only confirms the enchantment one experiences immediately upon opening the gate to the yard. And once inside the home, time stops for you to enjoy the romance and the realization you’ve stepped from the real world onto a canvas resting on the easel of Walloon Lake. HL HOMElife 23
A Brazilian granite bedrock stone makes a unique looking countertop, on display at Capital Granite Inc., in Petoskey.
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Upgrade counters in your kitchen or bath for a smart move By Danielle McIntosh • Photography by G. Randall Goss
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made products. Starting at around $70 a square foot, granite’s affordability makes it one of the most popular options. According to local stone expert, Jason Kelley of Petoskey’s Capital Granite, granite is a smart investment because of its durability. It is functional, strong and mostly heat and stain resistant. For homeowners who plan to do a lot of cooking, chopping or may spill, this is a practical option. With different groupings of granite denoted by letters of the alphabet, there is quite the span of variation in veining, colors and pattern. This is because granite is made by nature and no two slabs are exactly identical, explains Kelley. That variety is also present in the cost. Though
typically groupings higher in the alphabet (such as D, G, F and so on) are the most unique and pricey, this is not always the case. “There are some really unique colors and looks at an affordable cost and then there are some that will make the hair on your neck stand up,” he said with a chuckle. Another durable product, at a similar price point, is rising to the top. According to Joe Van Kalker of Van Kalker Concepts in Petoskey, concrete countertops are perfect for those looking for a practical surface with a specific look. “Despite the comparison to sidewalks, concrete can actually be a really refined, finished product,” Van Kalker said.
In fact, the countertops must be handmade which makes them very customizable. Buyers can choose to add details such as acid stain, edge shape, thickness and even stones. Van Kalker notes that they have recently set Petoskey stones to countertops in the area. “Concrete differs from other countertop surfaces because it can create a sought-after look that can be built immediately (without having to search slab after slab),” he added. Typically concrete is seen in modern, high-end homes because of the labor required to do each surface; however Van Kalker Concepts also specializes in bar tops, shower surrounds and coffee tables because the size of the surface is not dictated by a slab. The type of sealer used can also enhance the durability of the product, Van Kalker noted. If it’s consistency (or easy resale) that a homeowner is looking for, then quartz is the way to go. “With quartz, what you see is what you get,” according to Lindsey Young, an interior designer with Petoskey’s Lake Street Design. Young says quartz buyers are typically looking for a maintenance free surface. “Many want a quartz product that mimics granite so they can have the best of both worlds,” she added. Quartz is a man-made product, made of 93 percent stone and the rest polymers and dyes. There are many quartz countertop manufacturers but “none are really better than the other,” Kelley of Capital Granite added. Harbor Design Center in Harbor Springs, carries a large selection of samples of granite, quartz and marble. Vanessa Oakley, sales associate, notes that quartz buyers may also be looking for a “greener” product. “The stone tends to have less offgassing than even granite, which may be important to some buyers,” she said. Quartz is also very durable, scratch and heat resistant. Its cost is fairly consistent at $85 per square foot. From a design perspective, the manmade product also can offer a glam look with options such as added recycled glass. However, issues with cutting slabs to size make quartz less desirable for a kitchen island or bathroom vanity.
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ABOVE: Various quartz countertop materials are available at Harbor Design Center in Harbor Springs.
A Cosmos pattern granite slab is used for a shelf on display at Capital Granite Inc. in Petoskey.
ABOVE: A super white granite stovetop area with a contrasting Storm Grey countertop is on display at Capital Granite Inc. in Petoskey. LEFT: A quartz bathroom countertop is on display at Harbor Design Center in Harbor Springs.
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An ivory gold granite is on display at Capital Granite Inc. in Petoskey.
Marble also offers a more varied look that tends to be admired by a certain type of buyer. This buyer is likely to favor style over function, as this nature-made stone tends to be softer and more prone to scratches and stains. This is why it is seen more common in bathrooms rather than kitchens, though water stains can still be an issue. If it is used in a kitchen, typically an island of another stone or surface will be placed for food prep. Harbor Design Center has a selection of marble tile samples on hand to help ease the decision process but others recommend a trip to a warehouse when picking out the actual slab or slabs that have been favored. According to Kelley, a current trend in marble is to have it honed, meaning to take the shine off and make it dull. This allows the stone to be “fixed” or refinished more easily if damage is done. Marble will be the most costly option of the three stones. “Because it seems more and more buyers can afford stone, current trends now are about finding something that is different from your neighbor,” Young said. Kelley notes a trend with brushed granite, which he has seen most recently in use for kitchen islands. “It makes your kitchen look like a million bucks, because it’s hot and new and sexy,” he said. Young explains that a flamed surface has more texture and color and changes the look of the stone to a soft, worn look that some buyers desire. The downside of these techniques such as “flaming” and “brushing” — both adding texture to the surface — actually make the surface less functional. These treated stone surfaces are harder to clean and would not be a surface for doing homework or rolling out cooking dough, Young adds. For more information on what Capital Granite offers visit its showroom off West Mitchell in Petoskey or call (231) 347-1542. To customize a concrete surface, contact Van Kalker Concepts at (231) 537-3042. For style advice and décor, contact Lake Street Design in downtown Petoskey at (231) 348-1824. To view a large number of samples from countertop stone to tile showers, visit Harbor Design Center off M-119 or call (231) 439-9070. HL HOMElife 27
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Here’s the key to picking the perfect color for your space By Breanne Krager
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ur eyes are considered to be the windows to our souls. With this in mind, it is no wonder the colors we see have the power to affect our moods, energy levels, thoughts and overall well-being, key elements of which our souls are comprised. Each color we see evokes certain feelings in us depending on our age, gender, ethnic background and environment. Although we all exist as individuals with different tastes and personalities, certain color groups tend to affect people similarly. The home is a space where color plays an especially important role. These are the rooms in which a person spends the majority of their time and the colors used in them can help to make a space a true destination. Each room in a house serves a different purpose and the colors therein help to bring the function of each room full circle. So which colors work well in a household? REDS are known to raise energy levels and generate excitement, making it a great color choice for living rooms and dining rooms, spaces where people tend to get together. ORANGES are also good for stimulating enthusiasm but in a different way. This color may not be as good for a living room as it is for an exercise room being that it is a bright and vibrant color. If your intent is to create a happy and uplifting space, lean toward the YELLOWS. This color works well
in kitchens, dining rooms and bathrooms as well as smaller spaces because it has the ability to make a room feel more expansive. Two of the best colors to use in bedrooms are BLUES and GREENS. Blues help to bring down blood pressure and slow respiration and heart
rate, creating a sense of calm. If choosing to decorate a social area with this color, keep in mind to use warmer blues because this color can be cold. Green, being the most restful color to the eye, is not only a perfect choice for the bedroom — the one room where relaxation is most sought — it can be
used in almost any room in the house. It has enough warmth to promote togetherness and a calming quality that relieves stress. In addition, green is also believed to promote fertility. A color that is not as often used but seems to be making a comeback is PURPLE. Its darker hues work well as accent colors while its pastels can bring out restfulness similar to blues. Although there is a science behind which colors to decorate with and where, it all comes down to the people doing the decorating. “It is true that many people tend to choose more muted colors in the bedroom in order to relax and unwind and then ramp up the colors in more heavily trafficked areas, such as the kitchen and living room,” explains Stephanie Baldwin, owner of Edgewater Design in downtown Petoskey. “That being said, decorating a house is still primarily personality driven and depends on, to a certain degree, where it’s located.” Design is also influenced by the environment in which either the owners are accustomed to or have chosen to situate their house. “For example, waterfront cottages are almost always reflections of their surroundings,” said Lynne Tollas, interior decorator at Reid Furniture in Petoskey. “Many of these spaces are decorated with blues, greens and yellows which help to mirror the peacefulness of water.” The same goes for mountain dwellings and woodsy homes. Each has the tendency to incorporate natural elements into its design, a trend that has become very popular. For those who feel decorating a room is stressful, just remember: “My one main piece of advice I give my clients, especially those who are a little hesitant, is to choose something that is timeless,” says Baldwin. “However, keep in mind that it’s supposed to be fun! If you don’t like it, you can always change it.” HL PN-00437936
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A beaded crystal chandelier is on display at The Quiet Moose in Petoskey.
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ight fixtures are typically an accessory but local designers suggest selecting one as a bold statement piece. The dining room is an obvious place to go brave, with the need for overhead lighting. Dining room fixture trends have recently transitioned from traditional pieces that help pull the room together, into bold and unique pieces that create a “wow” factor. “We like to call light fixtures ‘the jewelry of the room,’” said interior designer Courtney Gullon of Renee Guthrie Design in Petoskey. And just like jewelry, light fixtures can pull colors and patterns together, serve as a bold accent or become a real conversation starter. Gullon serves a clientele that is drawn toward more modern fixtures. “We are seeing a general trend of more contemporary fixtures in the dining room, even in very traditional homes. Clients are looking for interesting shapes, like drum shades, or long linear fixtures, that are well suited over a rectangular table. They are also demanding more modern materials like metal and glass,” she said. “People seem to be willing to have fun with the lighting. We are definitely looking for outside-of-the-box fixtures that will add an unexpected element,” she added. Renee Guthrie Design and Lake Street
“People seem to be willing to have fun with the lighting. We are definitely looking for outside-of-the-box fixtures that will add an unexpected element.” A custom-made contemporary stained glass lamp created by Penny Kristo, of Shadetree Stained Glass Studio in Petoskey, hangs above the dining area of a Crooked Lake home.
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Design studio in downtown Petoskey work with All-Phase Electric along with other lighting retailers and also sell some select items in their storefront on Lake Street. On the flip side, Gullon notes that the design team has also worked on more contemporary homes, where the client wants a very traditional crystal chandelier in the room. The Quiet Moose & Compass Interiors in Petoskey, known for rustic and cottage interiors, said that this year chandeliers have been in high demand. Marcia Inglis, interior designer and buyer, explains, “Todays homeowners and lighting designers are using chandeliers as grand statement pieces. The style of the chandelier is dictated by the space. For a more unique look, homeowners are selecting a mix of traditional and modern elements.” Inglis notes that style trend demands heading into 2015 are value priced contemporary chandeliers, but there is a market locally for dramatic upscale chandeliers. “Consumers are willing to spend more if they can find exactly the look, style and quality they want. There is a strong demand for eye-catching traditional crystal, as well as antler chandeliers of many varieties,” Inglis said. While chandeliers come in a range of styles, sizes and colors, the function of chandeliers should be taken into consideration. Consider a dimming option to help create mood or raise the height to naturally pull the eye up and around a room. Color or crystals can also add visual interest. Inglis recommends that placement of the chandelier should be about 30 inches from the bottom of the fixture to the top of the table and the scale of the chandelier should be slightly oversized in a dining room. “It fills the space better. If it is too small, it loses impact,” she said. Designers Bernadette Bellore, Ashley Whitley and Nadine Hogan at Scott Shuptrine Interiors inside Art Van in Petoskey agree that size does matter. “I’m noticing that people are taking more risks with lighting and becoming more adventurous, which I like to 32
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A silk shade chandelier with crystal embellishments is on display at The Quiet Moose in Petoskey.
A custom handmade Tiffany style stained glass lamp hangs above a country home dining room. The piece was created by Penny Kristo of Shadetree Stained Glass Studio in Petoskey.
see,” said Bellore. “Scale is becoming larger and traditional chandeliers are updated with bigger dramatic pieces.” Bellore, Whitley and Hogan note that these larger scale pieces add character to a space and create a focal point. The use of natural shapes and materials such as branches, driftwood and antlers is also rising in popularity. Other materials such as burlap, crystal with chrome and
birch are also trending. In terms of shape, lighting is moving away from the traditional and changing into more sculptural in shape. Specifically in Northern Michigan, Whitley and the Shuptrine design team has seen a demand for cottage and traditional designs with rustic or natural accents. If a homeowner is having trouble making a commitment to a style, Bellore recommends purchasing a timeless neutral piece in a larger scale that makes a statement but will also last a lifetime. If a homeowner is truly looking to make a statement, consider custom made fixtures. “Price point is more dependent on the manufacturer of the piece and the cost of materials than anything to do with style,” added Hogan. Shadetree Stained Glass Studio in Petoskey can create a one-of-a-kind glass fixture for a dining room, among other stained glass décor elements such as pool table lamps or windows. Penny Kristo, owner and artist, uses everything from Petoskey stones, to antiqued jewels in
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her custom Tiffany lamp-like fixtures. Kristo worked on a piece for a client’s home last year on Crooked Lake. The homeowner requested a contemporary mirror tile fixture with gold, amber and brown tones. “This piece proved that stained glass doesn’t have to be old fashioned; it can be modern also,” she said. Cost can be a factor with these handmade works of art. Kristo noted a few pieces she had completed — a $1,200 fixture that was used for a breakfast nook, another special request upwards of $6,000. These glass fixtures are set apart from those that can be found in typical stained glass stores — the ones that say made in Mexico or China. “My pieces are made to be a family heirloom. They can literally last a lifetime,” Kristo said. Perhaps homeowners should consider their jewelry style preference when selecting lighting accents. Is the space best fit for bold and bling, large scale and modern, subtle and traditional, or custom and classic? HL
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