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Having had the pleasure of providing his design services over the past 15 years, Ted Maines, Ted Maines Interiors, has transformed more than fifty downtown luxury condos and more than a dozen penthouses as well as public and commercial spaces. But this project was very different as the process led to the start of a wonderful relationship, both personally and professionally.

It’s often said, “teamwork makes the dream work,” and in the story of this home, that is exactly what led to a happy ending for everyone involved. Owner James Ekbatani, builder Rob Smith, E2 Homes, and designer Rob Turner, CRT Studio, collaborated to create a family home that is relaxed with an open living area perfect for gathering.

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A young family sought the services of husband and wife team Zane Williams, builder and founder, Z Properties, and Emily Williams, lead designer, Z Properties, to create their dream home in a dream neighborhood — near Lake Maitland in Winter Park. With a Southern California flair, it’s an updated or modern version of a ranch.

An annual event, the self-guided tours of the participating Parade of Homes offer the latest looks at architecture, design and lifestyle trends that define the way we live. Karen LeBlanc offers a preview of standout homes in three construction categories: custom, renovation and production from Turning Leaf Custom Homes, Farina & Sons and Toll Brothers.

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WELCOME

FIRST LOOK

In this strange pandemic period, homes are more of a refuge than ever before. Fully immerse yourself in everything horticultural at the 2020 Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival, through June 1.

10 TRENDS

The perfect perch, the swell swivel, the sculptural seat, the comfy cocoon. Whatever suits your décor and derrière, these are sure to be conversation starters.

16 DYNAMIC DUO

As Marc-Michaels Interior Design celebrates 35 years, co-founders Michael Abbott and Marc Thee offer insights about their success and the industry.

24 DESIGNING MINDS

Anything but boring describes the new products on display at Artisan Kitchen & Bath Gallery in Winter Park. Showroom Manager Kelly McFall takes us on a tour.

32 DESIGN DILEMMA

What if you love a particular space in your home but are unexpectedly forced to redo it? That was the challenge for Gary Lambert and Shawn Hunt.

34 SHOWROOM SHOPPING

Karen Roe of Zsolt Granite discusses options for countertops, backsplashes and walls from natural stone such as granite and marble to quartz and large printed porcelain. Designer Audrey Morrone opened Bespoke Furniture by Morrone Interiors with a curated selection of furnishings, accents and accessories.

42 EYE ON ARTS

How Holly and Patrick Kahns’ collective curatorial eye with their SNAP! gallery and events have elevated Orlando’s art scene for 10 years.

48 ENTERTAINING

Chef Jamie McFadden shares tips and recipes so you can make a splash at your next poolside soirée, from a cool cocktail to pretty, tasty nibbles.

60 ON THE MARKET

Highlights from real estate properties around Central Florida.

64 ROOM BY ROOM

Five designers showcase their work and discuss the details and inspirations behind these stunning spaces.

96 LAST LOOK

The Morse Museum in Winter Park offers Tiffany treasures and more.

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WELCOME

Home as a Refuge

his concept comes to the

mind off the looming economic

forefront most often when

disaster. I always find painting and

disaster strikes. Nationally,

mixed-media decoupaging to be

our homes became our

peaceful, purposeful, mind-calm-

respite from the uncertainty post

ing exercises. A few months ago, I

9/11. In Florida, the hurricane hun-

actually organized my supplies in

kering down happens along with

one single cabinet — although I

hoarding and rationing. And now,

still use my dining room table in

as I write this, we are on the fore-

lieu of an easel.

front of a pandemic that has created

I will consider each room and

a whirlwind of unknowns and fear.

whether to add, delete or rearrange

Why is all the toilet paper gone?

items in a thoughtful way. I will

When will we get back to normal?

make note of the spaces that make

And while we wait and wonder

me feel serene and productive or

we are most likely comforted by the

those that invoke chaos or unease.

security and sanctity of our own

I may even set up the sewing

homes. With activities and events

machine to tackle some much-

curtailed, there are moments to

needed clothing repairs or seat

contemplate and reflect in new

cushion replacements.

ways. As I scan my family room, I

The focus will become more

see stacks of books I have not yet

inward. My interior surroundings

read. There are drawers I have

and personal space will become

been meaning to clean out and

more important. Maybe I will find

organize. And there are more than

joy in forgotten items or decide to

a few spots that could use a paint touch-up. These are all things

let go of others. I want to be happy in my home and smile inside

I don’t typically think about or notice during the normal weeks

as I spot a favorite object.

filled with activities and events. So, today, I will start a list and try to cross a few things off.

Hopefully as you receive this issue, we are over the crisis and back out into the world.

I am not sure I can stay quiet for the duration — even with unlimited binge-worthy shows, there is a limit before becoming

My glass pearl in an oyster shell from a New Orleans art gallery is a

a screen zombie. I will look for other projects that will take my

remembrance of a recent visit.

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wildly whimsical Fully immerse yourself in everything horticultural at the 2020 Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival, through June 1, featuring a creative collection of interactive gardens; the popular array of living sculptures shaped like beloved Disney characters; special tours including Gardens of the World, English Tea Garden, Royal Tea Garden and Behind the Seeds; and even the Garden Rocks Concert Series. Visit disneyworld.disney.go.com/events-tours/epcot/epcot-international-flower-and-garden-festival/ for updates/postponements on this event.

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SITTING pretty The perfect perch, the swell swivel, the sculptural seat, the comfy cocoon. Whatever suits your dĂŠcor and derriĂ¨re, these are sure to be conversation starters.

Counterclockwise from top right: Knoll Eero Saarinen-designed Womb chair in Crossroad Iris, knoll.com (available locally at Ted Maines Interiors); Jonathan Adler Sorrento chair in Siam Koi, jonathanadler.com; Z Gallerie Aria pleated swivel chair in Bella Pearl, zgallerie.com; Jonathan Adler Addison chair in Brussels Amethyst, jonathanadler.com.

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SITTING

pretty

Counterclockwise from top: Jonathan Adler Vera dining chair in Bergamo Aegean, jonathanadler.com; Jonathan Adler Philippe lounge chair in Venice Blush; Jonathan Adler Rider dining chair in Golden Glow; Thomas Pheasant for Baker Diana vanity chair in Grey Rayon, bakerfurniture.com; Z Gallerie Eve accent chair in Belgium Orchid, zgallerie.com.

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SITTING

pretty

Counterclockwise from top right: Hable for Hickory Chair Quince tufted tub chair, hickorychair.com; Darryl Carter for Milling Road Colette chair in gray velvet, bakerfurniture.com; World Market Noemi tub chair in Charcoal Gray And Ivory Dash, worldmarket. com; Hable for Hickory Chair Ursula armless chair with Weathered Stone legs; Knoll Platner lounge chair in Crossroad, Cabana, knoll.com.

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MarcMichaels Interior Design: Insights into their 35 Years by Christi Ashby

Co-founder and principal Marc Thee

Co-founder and CEO Michael Abbott

One of the largest residential design firms in the country is celebrating 35 years in business and has kept Winter Park its home base, even as its projects have expanded globally. Perhaps their own website explains it best: Founded in 1985 as a partnership between S. Marc Thee and Michael J. Abbott, we, today, employ approximately 70 industry professionals. Our philosophy, “the difference is in the details,” reflects our painstaking attention to detail not only in design, but in our approach to customer service as well. Your needs, dreams and personal taste are paramount in the process, and our design team works closely with you over the course of your project to achieve your dreams and exceed expectations. e visited with the part-

“I was the director of internal auditing

45 years of friendship and I’ve always

ners to find out more

at a wholesale flooring company called

been the one who’s out there fascinated

about how they got

Sun Flooring and I figured he could run

with curiosities and oddities — and being

started, grew the busi-

the design end and I could run the busi-

on the brink of death more than anyone

ness and are planning for the future. The

ness end — as naïve as that may have been

should. And Michael has been very struc-

lively conversation explained the reasons

back then. And it took off,” adds Michael,

tured and disciplined and passionately

behind their long-running success.

CEO and co-founder.

following a course of life that was what he

“I was given an amazing opportunity

The combination of their right-brain,

thought he should do. And thank God he

with Betsy Godfrey who took me under

left-brain thinking enabled them to

found a way to use his creative senses but

her wing when I was a junior in college. I

achieve

Trust

keep it within his realm of financial

knew I had an opportunity to shine. She

between the two men — who were once

knowledge and restraint,” Marc explains.

was a workaholic so if she was there, I was

personal partners as well — has been cru-

However, neither would trade their role

there. A few years later we [with Michael]

cial to the business growth and sustain-

with the other. “I do have a very discern-

decided to do this and if we failed, move

ability.

ing eye, but I’ve always been very struc-

away,” laughs Marc Thee, principal and co-founder. 16

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success

very

quickly.

“I look back at my life and Michael’s

tured, and trends don’t really affect me the

because we are 35 years in business and

way they might designers,” Michael says.

DyNAMiC DuO In their own home environments, Marc is

have a lot of projects in South Florida and

more contemporary and Michael more

then there are humbling moments when

classic, yet they still appreciate each oth-

people have not heard of us. Budgets have

er’s style.

certainly gotten bigger,” Marc says. To

As for changes they have seen in Cen-

that point, they are doing a $100 million

tral Florida and in interior design, Michael

spec home right now in Palm Beach

says: “We were one of the first companies

County.

that did architectural detailing and I

And in this day and age with nonstop

think that really put us out there. And

images on social media, homeowners are

now a lot of the commercial architecture

updating frequently. “I would say 90% of

firms have their own in-house interior

our work is from repeat clients. It’s all

design departments.”

referral,” Michael says. “We just did a proj-

“There are subtleties that the industry

ect in New Hampshire that’s totally differ-

has changed that might impact my side of

ent from what we would do in South Flor-

the business more than his. Little things

ida or Colorado.” Many of these homes are

like the difference in our clients in the

second residences where there is a little

past year or two — they really let us do it

more design freedom.

now. We still have that occasional person The firm’s spacious Winter Park design library with an extensive selection of samples of unique high-end finishes, fabrics and furniture lines from all over the globe.

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“Your

portfolio

perpetuates

itself

who really wants to get involved. And

because people see it and want what you

these are large, sometimes 20,000-square-

have already done. There’s very much of a

feet homes that we present in a day. We

repetitious formula that begins to be seen

DyNAMiC DuO and judged. But we are diversifying and

for probably 20 years, but it was never that

employees on the road weekly,” Michael

getting to do multiple looks. We are really

successfully staffed because we were staff-

explains.

selling great service, that’s what we have

ing it from down there. We solicited a few

The partners both say it’s their employ-

to offer because anyone can order some-

of our people here and asked if they would

ees who deserve most of the credit. “To

thing online,” Marc adds.

want to relocate. And bam! We had a very

this day, it’s shocking that ageism is so

They obviously start by meeting with

successful office on our hands because it

prevalent, so when do you become less rel-

the clients to assess their wants, needs

was all part of that thread of common

evant? I can honestly say that is not going

and aesthetics. Then the process is all

knowledge and how to produce a job,”

to be an issue for us. If something happens

about how to get the project done within a

Marc says.

to us, the firm has worth. It might hit a

timeline and budget. And that involves

“We probably should have based our

bump or two but wholeheartedly this

some sticker shock typically. “The clients

company out of South Florida because of

group does not need us. We have some of

then do what they do every time. They

all the work, but we like the quality of life

our most amazing work done by people

start changing their minds. They always

here. Unfortunately, we have a lot of

that are just blowing up in their careers

go back to the expensive stuff. Then we have to tell them how much more expensive it will be, but it’s then their decision,”

“A great trend to me is all the gray and white. But you can take it and dial

Marc explains.

it in any direction you want to which is wonderful — even a light accessory

They have an office in Boca Raton where they find the business to be much more competitive. “We’ve had that office

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boost or switching out artwork. I love shopping within your own house — putting things away and moving things around.”

MARC THEE

DyNAMiC DuO and have decades ahead of them. I can’t wait to watch them soar,” Marc says. “We’ve got a president who has been here nearly 30 years. Our receptionist just celebrated 25 years with us. And a lot of the team has been here for 20 years or more. We don’t lose people that often. Sometimes they go to other firms, but we pretty much keep our team,” Michael adds. That may be in part because they strive to give their team some work-life balance. “We promote from within and we empower them — we don’t micromanage them. The work has never been more beautiful — on time, on budget, clients are happy. It’s a big business. People think it’s running around with swatches. It’s multitasking every second of your waking hours. But when I think about what we Marc Thee’s own home reflects the aesthetics and attention to detail Marc-Michaels Interior Design is known for.

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get to do, it just blows my mind,” Marc explains.

designingMINDS

BEAUTIFUL INNOVATIONS for KITCHEN

& BATH

Anything but boring describes the new products on display at Artisan Kitchen & Bath Gallery in Winter Park. Showroom Manager Kelly McFall, a design major from the University of South Carolina who has extensive showroom experience, recently

Kelly McFall

gave us a tour of a few of her favorites from Kohler.

LIGHT IT UP You might be surprised to find so many lighting items in Kohler’s product lineup, but they are shining bright at the front of the Artisan showroom. Inspired by timeless designs, the Artifacts collection combines quality craftsmanship with artisan touches to lend character and authenticity to any space. The Artifacts single wall sconce is an elegant complement to vintage-inspired bathrooms and is available in five finishes. The Artifacts three-light chandelier is available in oil rubbed bronze, modern brushed gold, polished chrome and polished nickel. From the Damask collection, the three- and five-light chandeliers are influenced by the unique candle-like shape of antique apothecary jars. “Several pieces from the Artifacts collection will be featured in one of the Parade of Homes entries we are working on. We have had bath sconces before, but this is Kohler’s first whole-house lighting [collection] and we are the first in Florida to have it on display. There will be more items coming out this year,” Kelly explains.

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designingMINDS LUSH & PLUSH LINENS As bath specialists, it makes sense Kohler would have its own line of linens that reflect the brand. The collection includes towels in a range of sizes along with a bathrobe and bath rug. And, with three patterns available in four classic shades (white, dune, truffle and thunder grey), these Turkish bath linens will no doubt become one of your bathroom essentials. “They are amazing,” Kelly adds.

INDUSTRIAL INSPIRED Drawing on inspiration rooted deep in Americana, the Graze line of faucets makes a bold statement inspired by industrial elements. Breaking from the norm of more delicate, smooth, round lines, the solid square base and strong silhouette is eye-catching on your counter, and a design to complement most every home in three finishes — matte black, vibrant stainless and polished chrome — and five different styles from bar faucet to the professional pull-down. “Matte black is extremely popular now and the finish is new with this line. We put them on display and sold two of them the next day,” Kelly adds.

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designingMINDS MIXED METALS While the trend continues, it’s not often found in a single item. The Components modern tube-style sink faucet (available for bath or kitchen) is available in different combinations. In addition to allover chrome or matte black, you can get vibrant ombré rose gold/polished nickel or vibrant ombré titanium/rose gold for a stunning effect. Because the components are separate you can add your own touch with coordinating handles. “The ombré finish going from rose gold to titanium is very popular and fits with a variety of bath styles,” Kelly says.

COMFORTABLE, CLEAN AND CUSTOM The Eir intelligent toilet combines the latest technology with a fashionable feature. It includes a heated seat; customizable cleansing; night-light; automatic deodorization system; hands-free opening/closing; automatic flush; front and rear wash modes provide warm water for personal cleansing; and a touchscreen remote. And for a little bathroom luxury, the sleek tankless and skirted design can be accented with a Rose Gold (shown here) or Sunrise Gold accent band. “It has beautiful lines and is very transitional so you can use it in a variety of décor styles,” Kelly says.

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designingMINDS SINK STYLE Design a custom farmhouse sink to complement your kitchen décor. You can match your countertop or backsplash for a coordinated design or choose from a range of Kohler designs including etched stone, carved stone and flora inserts. Insert installation is simple using the patented Tailor carrier bracket system, and it’s easy to change out the front panel whenever you update your kitchen design. “This is a very cool addition as the apron insert options are pretty limitless and they are available in double or single sinks,” Kelly adds.

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DESIGNdilemma

All the black, from the walls (custom-matched) to the cabinets, is contrasted by the off-white/gray island, soft gray countertops and walnut cabinets. Gold barstools from Wayfair add a little glam to the setting. The owners were able to salvage the ovens and vent hood. The pot filler and sink faucets are from Artisan Kitchen & Bath Gallery.

CONTEMPORARY comfort Photos by Stephen Allen

WHAT IF YOU LOVE A PARTICULAR SPACE IN YOUR HOME BUT UNEXPECTEDLY ARE FORCED TO REDO IT? THAT WAS THE CHALLENGE

“WE THOUGHT WE HAD ONE OF THE MOST AMAZING KITCHENS — originally it was all Siematic. The consideration of the space and utility of it covered all of our needs. Then we had a huge water problem which led to us needing a whole new kitchen. It had leaked into the walls instead of being where we could see it,” Gary explains. After looking at new kitchen designs the couple came up with something a little more modern that still retained a homey touch. “We stayed away from a white kitchen because I think it’s done a lot. We wanted to use earth tones and black. It really complements our

FOR GARY LAMBERT AND

overall house design,” he adds.

SHAWN HUNT AFTER YEARS

you can see exactly what’s there, and create no dead space. “So, if you open the tall closet

OF AN UNDETECTED WATER

in the corner, it lights up and the shelves pull out. I love that,” he explains.

LEAK LED TO A NEAR GUT

are no handles or distractions, so they seem to disappear. “Everything is touch-open, so we

RENOVATION OF THEIR

don’t even get fingerprints on them,” he says.

KITCHEN.

tone island and all the soft gray quartz countertops. For more earthy accents the tile back-

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The new Poliform cabinet components from Italy feature drawers that are lit inside, so

On the black wall of cabinets with the double ovens — which were salvageable – there

The dramatic black on the cabinets and upper walls contrasts with the off-white/gray

splash matches the floors, which did not have to be totally replaced. “There were parts of the floor we had to redo where the water had seeped under. The leak had been going on for more than three years. It was fortunate we had some stone left from when we originally did the floors. We had enough that they could piece it together for the backsplash and it matches almost perfectly,” Gary says. The beautiful walnut cabinets continue across into the dining room to offer extra counters and storage. “I like the clean lines and the coolness, but we still have things that warm it up like the plants. It’s not that hardcore modern. It’s really more transitional modern,” Gary concludes. The kitchen and dining area are totally open and visible from the front door and the back sliders. The couple repurposed all the dining room furnishings. The ceramic and pottery pieces complement the colors and the greenery warms up the space.

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Karen Roe

CUTTING EDGE COUNTERTOPS by Christi Ashby

Such an important design element in kitchens and bathrooms, countertop options continue to grow from natural stone such as granite and marble to quartz products combining the crystals as well as resins, polymers, and sometimes recycled glasses to large printed porcelain pieces that can mimic just about any material — even metal.

ighly credentialed Karen Roe, Zsolt

Granite

“We do pretty much every surface

Corporation,

which is nice. NSM did all surfaces as

offered to share some expertise

countertop specialists and so I was able to

on the topic. And she should

bring in options that Zsolt did not previ-

know — she serves as National Kitchen +

ously work in,” she adds. As she talks

Bath Association Central Florida chap-

about the trends, one of the top ones is

ter president, Women in Stone steer-

porcelain, which can resemble any sur-

ing committee member, CEU instructor

face, from marble to metal and beyond,

for Natural Stone Institute, ISFA and the

including just about anything that can be

NKBA; and is a certified stone inspector.

printed.

She often speaks to and shares her knowl-

“We try to stay on the leading edge of

edge with other fabricators — one of the

everything. The large-format porcelain is

hot topics today being large-scale porce-

becoming huge. It’s wonderful for UV and

lain products.

heat concerns. It’s like when quartz came

She recently transitioned her company,

out a few years ago — this is the new

NSMotif with Zsolt, and we met in the

quartz. As a fabricator, you need to

new showroom located in Longwood.

embrace change and learn how to fabri-

“Zsolt Kuntarics had a very similar busi-

cate it. Some people are afraid of it because

ness to mine and it made sense — two

it’s so large and thin, but it’s very durable,”

powerhouse companies coming together;

she explains. There are variations with

it’s a good fit. He had more of a kitchen and

some prints being just on top and others

bath clientele, where I did a lot of big-box

that go through the material.

and commercial work as well as custom

“Natural stone, including granite and

home projects. It made sense to comple-

marble, is always going to be here. It’s time-

ment both sides of the business,” Karen

less and so durable. You can’t go wrong with

explains. She will be specializing in sales

the natural beauty and no two slabs are

and customer interface which she loves.

the same,” she says. In a departure from the

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all-white and gray that has been in vogue

InvisaCook cooktop where everything

for a while and is still trending, more color

happens right on the countertop.

is coming into kitchen and bath design.

No direct heat comes from the device,

Using materials that are book-matched

which makes it safe to use in a variety of

— mirror-image slabs, set side by side on

venues or situations. It allows for a seam-

the same surface as the pages of an open

less counter and offers the opportunity to

book — is often used as a dramatic effect

use valuable counter space when not in

on large fireplace walls and backsplashes.

use. Invisa-induction is faster than gas

“It is used a lot with onyx, where the vein-

and electric cooktops, resulting in precise

ing is matched. It can be pricey, but it is

cooking, easy cleaning and better efficiency.

incredible. However, you can also create

It can be installed under granite, porce-

the book-matching with porcelain and

lain, ceramic or quartz.

other materials,” she adds.

As for future trends Karen says, “I think

The porcelain is being used frequently

we’re going to see quartz stay around, but

in bathrooms and kitchens instead of tile.

the prices going up because of the tariffs.

Countertops, large backsplashes and whole-

Natural stone will also work its way back.”

shower panels create a smooth, no-grout surface that is particularly easy to clean.

ZSOLT GRANITE CORPORATION

And in the merging of materials and

610 W. State Road 434, Longwood 32750

appliances, Zsolt has on display the new

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BESPOKE FURNITURE by

MORRONE INTERIORS A new showroom and store along designer’s row — Orange Avenue in Winter Park — offers as its name suggests, exquisite bespoke furnishings, along with accessories and art for purchase.

‘W

e found that Orlando, in general, doesn’t have a lot of furniture showrooms or retailers that

showcase design elements. There are a lot of big-box stores, but we wanted to be able to bring great design to everybody and to also be involved in the community,” says Audrey Morrone, creative director and principal of Morrone Interiors. Morrone Interiors is a full-service residential and commercial design firm, which was previously located in private offices near downtown Orlando. Moving to this showroom in Winter Park allows them to showcase more of what they do. Bespoke Furniture is a collection of highquality custom pieces designed by Audrey or her team, but the showroom will also feature some of her favorite collections

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from design houses such as Bernhardt

Audrey hopes Bespoke Furniture by

and Four Hands.

Morrone Interiors becomes a place for the

Work by local artisans, including wood

community to gather. She’s even offering

workers, will also be on display to show

her equipment and conference room for

customers the possibilities for custom

others to use as a workspace and eventu-

kitchens and bathrooms. “But we also fea-

ally hopes to host events, such as wine

ture several local artists that can do cus-

down Wednesdays or coffee Tuesdays, as

tom pieces,” Audrey adds. Their work is

well as allow others to use the showroom

displayed throughout the showroom.

as an event space.

Several

cash-and-carry

items

and

“Our hours are Monday through Friday

accessories are also sale, including pil-

from 10am to 7pm, and Saturdays from

lows, throws, blankets, lighting fixtures,

10am to 5pm. We just want to be really

mirrors and giclées. “We’re trying to high-

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SNAP! CELEBRATES A DECADE How the Kahns’ Collective Curatorial Eye Elevates Orlando’s Art Scene by Karen LeBlanc

Patrick and Holly Kahn understand the power of an image; how the camera lens frames perception, fosters ideas and ignites creativity. Ten years ago, they harnessed the potency of photographs as a catalyst to put Orlando on the international map as an arts destination. “We wanted to put the cultural presence of Orlando on the world stage and bring this type of energy to the city,” Patrick says.

s transplants from Los Angeles,

center for the arts. That’s why the city was

worldwide while cultivating emerging

they moved to Orlando in 2010

behind us,” he explains.

local talent. SNAP! is celebrating its 10th

and soon discovered a creative

Over the next four years, the photogra-

anniversary in 2020 with a yearlong cal-

void. Patrick published an arts

phy festival grew in size and stature, evolv-

endar of commemorative events starting

magazine in LA focused on photography

ing into two permanent galleries, SNAP!

with its current exhibit, Douglas Kirkland,

but couldn’t find a similar creative outlet

Space Contemporary Art Gallery located

A Life In Pictures. Kirkland, a Hollywood

for his talents, experience and contacts in

on East Colonial Drive and SNAP! Down-

photographer, is perhaps best known for

Orlando. He and Holly collectively have a

town Contemporary Art Gallery on Church

his iconic 1961 photo of Marilyn Monroe

curatorial eye for talented photographers,

Street. “The photography festivals galva-

seductively posed on a bed. Kirkland

so they came up with an idea to hold an

nized the arts community and created

made a name for himself photographing

international photography festival. “Down-

thousands of international ambassadors

silver screen sirens including Marlene

town Orlando was trying to become a des-

who went back to their respective countries

Dietrich, Audrey Hepburn, Elizabeth Tay-

tination, drawing tourists from the amuse-

spreading the word that Orlando is a vibrant

lor and Brigitte Bardot, plus countless

ment parks into the city core. I approached

and viable arts community. Photographers

other celebrities and famous personali-

the Downtown Development Board ask-

began to view Orlando as a destination to

ties. The retrospective exhibit features 50

ing for support to bring an international

showcase their art,” Patrick adds.

years of Kirkland’s work, building on an

photography festival to Orlando in 2010.

Today, the SNAP! galleries simultane-

Orlando at that time was not known as a

ously showcase the work of master artists

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earlier exhibit of his work in Orlando. “I knew Douglas Kirkland when I was

living in LA, and he was the first photographer we introduced to Orlando in 2010. At the time we brought his work here, nobody knew who he was, but it created a lot of interest,â&#x20AC;? Patrick says. In 2014, Patrick and Holly opened SNAP! Space in the old Cameo Theater, a renovated movie house on East Colonial Drive. The gallery space has a timeworn patina counterbalanced with contemporary architectural details. The Kahns no longer host annual photography festivals, focusing their energies instead on events throughout the year including exhibits, artist talks and gallery dinners. In 2016 a SNAP! patron offered the Kahns gallery space in a new apartment building downtown, The Camden. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The developers had a concept of personalizing the building with art. They wanted a formal gallery

Francoise Kirkland and Patrick Hahn celebrate with Douglas Kirkland (seated) for his exhibit Douglas Kirkland, A Life In Pictures. A portrait of Audrey Hepburn by Douglas Kirkland.

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EYEonARTS wide for his mastery of those photos. Red Huber also is a phenomenal documentary photojournalist. We want to show his 46year career working at the Orlando Sentinel,” Patrick says. Huber retired in 2018 as a newspaper photographer leaving a legacy of powerful headliner images, including Trevon Martin and Casey Anthony. “This retrospective will be an amazing experience for Red Huber because he has only ever seen his pictures on newsprint, which is the lowest quality possible for a photo. This is his first exhibition of photos printed on beautiful, high-quality, luminescent paper and framed giving the respect and dignity his photos deserve,” Patrick says. SNAP!’s downtown location will present As Seen in Florida, a Florida-centric Shawn Theodore, Holly and Patrick Kahn and Jamel Shabazz at the gallery opening for SHABAZZ | THEODORE.

with rotating art, activated by gallery

mented reality. City Unseen recently won a

owners,” Patrick explains. SNAP!’s down-

Golden Brick Award for its innovation and

town location spans the entire first floor

technology.

of The Camden with three galleries.

Reflecting on the 10-year journey of

“Every few months, we bring in different

SNAP!, Patrick and Holly find deep satis-

shows that draw new crowds,” he adds.

faction and fulfillment bringing world-

The couple is now working to create an

class photography and art to Orlando. “We

outdoor arts presence. “We want to create a

work out of passion. It’s why we started

permanent attraction that the tourism

this project. We didn’t want to have to go

bureau can consistently promote, rather

to Miami, New York or LA to experience

than temporary art installations,” Patrick

the same caliber of art. The whole arts

says. SNAP! created a public art project

movement is becoming more present and

called City Unseen, a virtual installation of

legitimate. It’s very satisfying to see how

augmented reality viewable via an app on a

art changes people’s lives,” Patrick says.

smart device. So far, City Unseen encom-

In April, SNAP!’s 10th-anniversary mar-

passes nine installations downtown with

quee event, Eyewitness, 46 Years of Photo-

one planned on the grounds of the Orlando

journalism by Red Huber, debuts. “Red

Science Center to support its upcoming

Huber is our local photography legend,

Pompei exhibit opening in May. Another

known for his newspaper photographs of

virtual installation opens soon at Discover

the Space Shuttle and recognized world-

Downtown, the downtown visitors bureau, featuring a huge mural activated by aug44

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3 Endeavour Launch Pad by Red Huber

photography exhibition including the work of Steven Benson, who documents

EYEonARTS the construction of I-4, and Matt Roberts, a photographer living in Deland who captures images of local buildings with stark backgrounds. The work of Lauren Mitchell, another local photographer known for her quirky images of Florida, and that of Frank Day from Washington D.C., who photographs RVs in jungle environments in Florida, also is on view. SNAP! aims to continue raising the bar by presenting a high level of art to the community from local and international talents. During the curating process, the

curate in a way that skews average for

Eyewitness, 46 Years of Photojournalism by

Kahns look for a common thread, a begin-

excellent work, rather than worrying

Red Huber, runs from April 24 – July 5. For

ning and an end but not necessarily a

about filling up every inch of available

more information, go to snaporlando.com.

theme. “There is a level of discernment

wall space. A lot of thinking goes into

and it’s important to be able to say no in

selecting the art we present. At the end of

the curating process. When you mix great

the curating process, we walk around the

talent with sub-par works, it devalues the

space with a collective sigh of satisfac-

entire exhibit. As a gallery, we try to

tion,” Patrick explains.

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EnTERTAINING

Make a Splash… Poolside Soirées

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WATER!!! IT’S WHAT PRACTICALLY EVERY FLORIDA RESIDENT LONGS FOR WHEN THE SCORCHING DAYS OF SUMMER ARRIVE. AND WHILE MANY PREFER OUR BEAUTIFUL COASTLINES AND BEACHES TO RELAX AND COOL OFF, THERE IS NOTHING QUITE LIKE THE PRIVILEGE OF “TAKING A DIP” IN YOUR OWN PRIVATE OASIS… BETTER KNOWN AS YOUR POOL.

Chef Jamie McFadden

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EnTERTAINING

wimming pools became mainstreamed in America after World War II, and with the advent of Hollywood movies became a

Shrimp Cakes YIELDS 6-8 CAKES 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1 tablespoon hot sauce

status symbol. Swimming pools evolved

1 pound shelled, deveined and cooked shrimp, chopped

as a viable consumer purchase as more

3/4 cup panko

and more people began to realize that part

2 large eggs

of the American dream was being able to

3 tablespoons finely chopped scallions

take a backyard vacation in their very own swimming pool. Whether or not your residence houses a swimming pool, waterside entertaining is an enjoyable experience, be it at your pool or someone else’s. Cool water, refreshing cocktails, light bites with a zesty flair, and the sounds of laughter from children and adults alike... poolside is where it’s at! When hosting a poolside get together, there is one extremely important must-do for all host and hostesses. That is to be present with your guests

1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest

1/2 teaspoon pepper

3/4 teaspoon smoked paprika

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

1 teaspoon salt

Lemon wedges, for serving

In a small bowl, whisk the mayonnaise with the hot sauce, and a pinch of salt and pepper. In a large bowl, mix the chopped shrimp with the panko, eggs, scallions, lemon zest, smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of pepper. Form the mixture into eight 3/4-inch-thick cakes. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil. In batches, add the shrimp cakes and cook over moderately high heat, turning once, until browned and cooked through, about 4 minutes total. Place on baking sheet and keep cakes warm in a 200-degree oven until ready to serve, no more than one hour. Transfer to plates and serve with the spicy mayonnaise and lemon wedges.

and NOT tucked away inside cooking and/ or putting finishing touches on your mealtime creations. Prepare as much of the soirée’s menu in advance as possible and be sure to have your beverage station/bar out-

Summer Orzo Salad SERVES 6-8

side — even if this only consists of a self-

1 package (16 ounces) orzo pasta

serve cooler filled with an array of adult

1/4 cup water

beverages, water and juices.

1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels

Poolside entertaining should encompass only one thing, and that is relaxation. With

24 cherry tomatoes, halved

a little pre-planning and grocery shopping,

2 cups (16 ounces) crumbled feta cheese

the following recipes will have your guests asking, “When’s the next get together?” before the party even ends. Wishing you a delicious, fun and safe summer! Jamie McFadden, Cuisiniers founder and executive chef, credits his culinary education and travels throughout Europe and the United States for enabling him to build his successful business in Central Florida based on a fresh-approach cooking style. He is the co-founder of The PEAS Foundation, which provides food-insecure households with fresh fruits and vegetables. 50

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1 medium cucumber, seeded and chopped

1/4 cup lemon juice

1 small red onion, finely chopped

1 tablespoon grated lemon zest

1/4 cup fresh mint, minced

2 teaspoons salt

2 tablespoons capers, drained

2 teaspoons pepper

1/2 cup olive oil

1 cup pistachios

Cook orzo according to package directions for al dente. Drain orzo, rinse with cold water and drain well again. Transfer to a large bowl.?In a cast iron skillet, heat 1/4 cup oil. Add corn and cook until crisp-tender, 3-4 minutes. Next stir in onion, cook 3 more minutes. Pour mixture into orzo. Next add in cucumbers, tomatoes, feta, mint and capers. In a separate small bowl, whisk oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt and pepper until blended. Pour over orzo mixture; toss to coat. Refrigerate 30 minutes.?Just before serving, stir in pistachios.

BLT Kabobs YIELDS 12 SKEWERS 2 large egg yolks 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 3 tablespoons canola oil 2 teaspoons lemon zest 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 2 teaspoons fresh chives, chopped 1 pound hickory-smoked bacon 2 pints cherry tomatoes 12 loaf Ciabatta, cut into 1-inch cubes 12 8-inch wooden skewers, pre-soaked in water for 10 minutes 2 teaspoons black pepper 3 heads hearts of romaine lettuce, halved through the root

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Place egg yolks, lemon juice and mustard in a medium bowl. Combine oils together in a measuring cup and very slowly drizzle into egg mixture, whisking constantly. As oils begin to emulsify, add minced garlic, lemon zest, chives and remaining salt. Chill in the fridge until ready to use. Bake bacon in preheated oven until half-cooked, about 10 minutes. Remove from oven, carefully discard bacon grease and let rest until cool enough to handle, about 5 minutes.Â Thread bacon around tomatoes and bread cubes on a skewer. Spray with cooking spray and sprinkle with black pepper. Preheat grill to approximately 350 degrees. Then place skewers on grill and cook, covered, until bacon is crisp, tomatoes have burst, and bread is toasted, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a platter lined with romaine lettuce leaves, drizzle with aioli and blue cheese and serve.

1 cup blue cheese crumbles Cooking spray

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EnTERTAINING Green Tomato Gazpacho SERVES 6-8 2 cups green tomatoes, diced 2 cups cucumbers, peeled and diced 1 cup celery, diced 2 cups apple juice 1 cup dry vermouth 2 tablespoons honey 1 tablespoon each salt and pepper 1 tablespoon cumin 2 tablespoons black sesame seeds 1 tablespoon celery seeds 2 teaspoons ground ginger 1 cup fresh mint, chopped 4 each jalapeĂąo peppers, seeded and diced 1 cup parsley, chopped 1 cup golden raisins for garnish

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Divide all of the above ingredients into two batches. In a kitchen blender or vita prep, add the first batch of the ingredients and purĂŠe until completely smooth. Pour into a gallon container. Repeat with second batch. Taste for seasoning adjustment and chill soup in refrigerator up to two days. Before serving, shake or mix gazpacho as ingredients may settle. Serve in chilled soup bowls, or similar, and garnish with 5-7 golden raisins.

Chillinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Melon Cocktails SERVES 4-6

1/4 cup granulated sugar

3/4 cup lightly packed fresh mint leaves, plus 8 sprigs for garnish

8 cups seedless watermelon, diced

1 1/4 cups tequila

2 cups cantaloupe, diced

1 cup St. Germain liqueur

1/4 cup fresh lime juice

Ice

1 3/4 cups blueberries

Club soda

1/4 cup water

In a small saucepan, bring the water to a simmer with the sugar and stir over moderate heat until the sugar is dissolved, about 1 minute; let the sugar syrup cool. In a blender, puree the watermelon and cantaloupe until smooth. Set a fine-mesh strainer over a bowl and strain the juice, pressing gently on the solids to extract as much juice as possible. Discard the pulp. In a large pitcher, combine the sugar syrup with the lime juice, blueberries and mint leaves. Using a wooden spoon, lightly muddle the blueberries and mint. Add the pureed juice, tequila and St. Germain. Refrigerate until chilled, up to two days in the refrigerator. When ready to serve, pour the cocktail into tall ice-filled glasses or tumblers, top with a splash of club soda, garnish with the mint sprigs and serve.

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ROOM by ROOM

Area designers share details about some of their favorite rooms.

L I V IN G R O OM The back wall of this modest-sized living room called for a bold statement. This mural laid the foundation for warmth with an industrial edge. Navy and earthy accents balanced it all out with a striking spectrum of tones and textures. You’ll feel inspired whether you’re curled up with a page-turner or hosting friends and family.

ANNE RUE INTERIORS

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POW D E R BAT H R O OM This powder bathroom in a Winter Park residence showcases how effective a large-print wallpaper can be in a small space. In this case, we used Rifle Paper Co. wallcovering. It creates a very dynamic and impactful “tiny” room.

ERIC HORNER INTERIORS

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DI N I N G R O OM Overlooking the pool area of this Baldwin Park residence, the client wanted something casual and simple for his dining space, incorporating red, gray and black. The painting is by Paul Scarborough, who passed away shortly after the client’s purchase. The sleek dining chairs are by Bernhardt and the oval dining table is from Four Hands.

SUSAN PRIDGEN, PB INTERIORS

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K ITC H E N With rich blue statement areas, and warm brass accents, this kitchen is up to date but fits this Mediterranean-style 1950s home. The counters are dramatic, but neutral.Â Subway tile on the backsplash is reimagined in the two sizes and alternating pattern with light gray grout to feel like a new take on an old classic. There are little surprises around each corner, like the reclaimed oak countertop over the beverage area with lockable liquor cabinets below; glass cabinet accents flanking the range and dark dramatic blue surrounding the tall appliance block.Â Shiplap on two walls tie the kitchen and living room together.

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MA STE R BAT H R O OM A striking wall of textured tile is the backdrop to a jetted tub with a quartz surround in this master bathroom remodel. Behind this feature wall sits a massive, double-entry shower with a rainfall showerhead and linear drain. All perimeter walls were treated to tile from floor to ceiling, creating a stunning and modern look. Metal tile trim is a subtle detail appearing on all horizontal spaces between these tiles, adding geometric interest and a hint of sparkle to this inviting retreat.

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INTERIOR DESIGN:

TED MAINES, TED MAINES INTERIORS PHOTOGRAPHY:

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Having had the pleasure of providing his design services over the past 15 years, Ted Maines, Ted Maines Interiors, has transformed more than 50 downtown luxury condos and more than a dozen penthouses as well as public and commercial spaces. But this project was very different as the process led to the start of a wonderful relationship, both personally and professionally.

(Pages 68-69) The main living area is a statement in refined luxury with the Washington Corona table by David Adjaye for Knoll, Gold Melt Stand chandelier by Tom Dixon, swivel chairs by Joseph D'urso for Knoll, Arber Osgerby for Knoll Asymmetric Sofa custom upholstered in a digitally printed jacquard velvet from Romo, and FLOS Architectural Running Magnet recessed lighting system. (Left) The master bedroom sitting area features a custom sofa, Carrara marble Saarinen coffee table from Knoll, bamboo silk rug from Loloi, and vintage Milo Baughman lounge chairs upholstered in iridescent crocodile vinyl. (Above) Segmented with bi-level glass vitrines, this USM Haller unit displays some of Michael and Patrick’s most treasured items. On the bottom, a collection of Patrick’s vintage analog synthesizers; fundamental to the development of modern electronic music. And on the top a curated collection of Michael’s mother’s Christian Louboutin heels. A commentary on fashion and music, two of the couple’s passions that have heavily influenced their personal design aesthetics. Overhead the FLOS Architectural Circle of Light highlights the David Adjaye table.

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M M

“

ichael [Tartaglione] and Patrick

updates as it was nothing like what they

— a reflective lighting plan for the ceilings

[Nolan] moved down here from

were envisioning for their new home. “We

— with all-new LED lighting throughout

the New York City metropoli-

talked about doing some minor remodel-

the entire condo. This took an enormous

tan area. When they got here,

ing at first but as we started walking

amount of time to figure how exactly we

they called to find a Knoll furniture dealer.

through the process, they made the deci-

wanted it. The very next day FLOS came

So, they knew the direction they wanted

sion to go all in,” Ted adds.

in [the showroom] to share what was com-

to go in. We met in our showroom and

It turned out to be a total gut job that

ing in architectural lighting. I looked at

started looking at things — actually other

took 14 months to complete. Initially,

what they were showing us and said,

lines we had — because they had some

Michael and Patrick were going to leave

‘Tear up those plans. We are starting over.’

immediate needs like bedroom furnish-

the master bath as it was and tackle it later,

When I sketched the new plan, Michael

ings. They were renting an apartment and

but Ted advised doing it all at once so they

and Patrick were hooked and even flew to

weren’t sure if they were going to stay or

would not have the inconvenience of reno-

New York to see them,” Ted explains.

not. They ended up buying a 2,600-square-

vation a second time and it would be more

foot condo [in The Sanctuary],” Ted says.

cost effective.

The ultimate plan included recessed lighting throughout as well as FLOS’s

The couple recognized that the size

“With some things it took a while to

Running Magnet system, flexible track

was good, but the space needed some

reach decisions. We did a complete RCP

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The sleek kitchen includes Monster barstools by Marcel Wanders for Moooi, appliances by Miele, refrigeration by Sub-Zero, Melt Surface mount lighting from Tom Dixon, The Galley Ideal Workstation sink, faucet suite from Waterstone, and custom cashmere and Macassar ebony cabinetry. For the wet bar, the cabinetry is custom, utilizing high-gloss cashmere laminate and ebony Macassar veneer. Countertops are from Cambria and the backsplash is Sideview Glass from Crossville Studios.

moved around as needed. In the dining room, the light stripe even goes down a wall. In the kitchen, the entire layout was changed including where appliances were placed. To create a gourmet space that was more open, the ceilings were raised about 14 inches. Because the existing drop ceiling housed wiring and plumbing everything had to be re-routed. “It was so much fun to work with people who were from an urban area and had very sophisticated taste. Michael with his merchandising experience at Barneys was very savvy with brands, lighting and furniture. And Patrick has great taste too, contributing immensely to the high-tech features in the condo. They really wanted modern with a Hollywood Regency twist and the rich woods reflect that. It’s not all hard surfaces,” Ted explains.

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The dramatic dining room is furnished with a custom Cut chandelier by Tom Dixon, custom upholstered vintage Milo Baughman dining chairs, a rosewood and brass buffet by Dakota Jackson for Decca Home and Saarinen dining table from Knoll. Patrick owes his love of silver gelatin photography to his brother, Peter, who specializes in native Florida photography of the everglades. His large-scale work, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Three Cypresses,â&#x20AC;? is featured prominently.

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A close-up of the master bedroom shows the Avia pendant by Zaha Hadid for Slamp. Some early pieces the couple purchased were a handful of works by Eadweard Muybridge, an English photographer renowned for his pioneering work in photographic studies of motion and in-motion picture projection. Acquired at the famed Philadelphia auction house, Freeman’s, these images belong to the groundbreaking collection titled “Animal Locomotion: An Electro-Photographic Investigation of Connective Phases of Animal Movements.”

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In the glamorous master bath, large marble tiles and brass fixtures add an elegant touch to the space that also includes backlit vanity mirrors and a freestanding tub.

Closet systems are high-gloss white laminate with integrated LED lighting with plenty of room for shoes. The Vintage Borzoi statue was a prop used at the Barneys New York Madison Avenue flagship store. The Pressman family, who began Barneys in 1923, traveled the globe collecting antiques and oddities used to display merchandise in the stores. It is one of the many mementos Michael was able to acquire from his time with the luxury retailer.

“Another thing we were very passionate about going into this was wallpaper. We love it. Almost every room has wallpaper,” adds Michael Tartaglione, business manager, Ted Maines Interiors. “The building itself is 15 years old so we are seeing a lot of remodels. A lot of high-rises built downtown did not include the nicest of finishes to start with, but no one wanted to come in and tear out brand new stuff. But now there is not that hesitancy,” Ted says. Case in point, the dark cherry wood floors in the main living areas were replaced with 24" x 24" Trend glass terrazzo tiles that mimic sparkling diamonds when the light hits. The master bedroom that was previously two rooms features new flooring, a French white oak from Carpet Source of Winter Park in a herringbone pattern with straight lay-plank border. The room is now 16' by 30' and much like a luxurious hotel suite with a sitting area. Almost everything in terms of furnishings is new. The couple did bring the Milo Baughman dining chairs and lounge seating in the master bedroom as well as special art pieces. “At the end of the day, this space is truly Michael and Patrick. There are certain things that are Ted Maines Interiors touches, but it’s very much about them. We wanted to create a space they could entertain in and could enjoy being home in,” Ted adds. “We don’t want to leave home,” Michael concludes. SPRING | SUMMER 2020

SERENE &

CLEAN INTERIOR DESIGN: Rob

Turner, CRT Studio ARCHITECT: Jose Venegas, JJV Studio BUILDER: Rob Smith, E2 Homes PHOTOGRAPHY: Matuzak Photography

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THE STUNNING STAIRCASE COMBINING EBONY-STAINED OAK, GLASS AND METAL WAS A COLLABORATIVE EFFORT. THE ABOVE LIGHT FIXTURE IS ACCENTUATED BY A DARKER PAINT COLOR. FOR THE FIREPLACE, ROB TURNER WANTED TO CREATE A VISUAL RHYTHM WITHIN THE ROOM BECAUSE ITâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S SUCH A TALL SPACE. HE BROUGHT THE CEILING DOWN, ADDED BACKLIGHTING TO VISUALLY COMPRESS THE SPACE AND THEN ATTACHED EBONY OAK BANDS. THE VINTAGE MACKINTOSH CHAIR REPEATS THE THEME. THE SPACE OPENS TO THE OUTSIDE WITH THE POOL AND LAKE VIEWS AS WELL AS SPECIAL FEATURES LIKE AN ORCHID GARDEN AND RAISED VEGETABLE BEDS.

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OPPOSITE: THE ONYX BACKSPLASH IS NOT ONLY A BOLD FOCAL POINT BUT INSPIRED THE PALETTE FOR THE REST OF THE LIVING AREA. THIS PAGE: SLEEK LACQUERED CUSTOM CABINETS DESIGNED BY SANDRA AGURTO OF CABINETRY CREATIONS SEEM TO DISAPPEAR BUT ARE ENGINEERED FOR MAXIMUM FUNCTIONALITY. BETWEEN THE BAR AND THE TABLE THERE IS SEATING FOR 15. THE MIX OF MATERIALS AND FINISHES IS SUBTLE AND REFINED YET INTERESTING AND INVITING.

t’s often said, “teamwork makes the dream work,” and in the story of this home, that is exactly what led to a happy ending for everyone involved. Owner James Ekbatani was enamored with the natural beauty of the lot

(one of only four) in Lake Maitland Owl Preserve and wanted that to be part of the aesthetic. He also requested a comfortable, open living space (without formal rooms), where family could easily gather. James had looked at many houses and says they were, “too big and too cold. The goal here was to try to design and build a home that’s really comfortable and that covers our needs as a family, and not so much about entertaining — although this has become a great entertaining home. I wanted it to be practical, consolidating the things we really wanted like a gym with a sauna. We also have access to the lake where we can take our pontoon boat out and enjoy it on the weekends.”

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“My company developed this property and we had this parcel available. James randomly looked at it without knowing we were involved. Then we realized we were both talking through other people. We had a connection with each other through previous projects and have known each other almost 15 years. Since we had worked together and knew each other’s styles, it was a great fit,” adds Rob Smith, E2 Homes. So, when the two started conversing directly, they knew this was going to happen. Another member of the team, designer Rob Turner, CRT Studios, knew just how to complete the vision. “Rob [Smith] brought me on board before the project broke ground. I am typically engaged early in the process so I can collaborate with the architect, builder and homeowner on the space planning,” he explains. He was tasked with achieving the clean aspect of contemporary along with comfort colors and coziness. “Rob Turner is really great at warming up this more contemporary style. I think he captured what James was really after in a family-friendly, indooroutdoor living space. James had a lot of input and the backsplash in the kitchen is one of my favorite examples of warming up

THE HOME OFFICE IS BATHED IN A WARM GRAY AND THE GLASS DESK AND LARGE WINDOWS KEEP EVERYTHING LIGHT AND BRIGHT. THE OWNERS ARE VERY INTERESTED IN BRITTO AND MIAMI ARTISTS AND BROUGHT SEVERAL PIECES WITH THEM. THE NICHE WALL IN THE HALL LEADING TO THE MASTER BEDROOM LETS THEM DISPLAY UNIQUE PIECES FROM DIFFERENT PARTS OF THE COUNTRY AND WORLD.

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THE UPSTAIRS LOUNGE SERVES AS A MEDIA AND FAMILY ROOM. THERE ARE SEVERAL SEATING AREAS WITH COMFORTABLE FURNISHINGS AND MORE PIECES FROM THE OWNERS’ ART COLLECTION.

a room. It’s a prominent example of the

right and becomes a spine, and to the out-

attention to detail,” Smith explains.

side on the left and the right is all glass that sandwiches in that spine,” Turner

And that stunning onyx backsplash served

says of the ebony-stained oak stairs.

as the inspiration for much of the home’s design. “In one of our selections meetings

A team effort, Smith gives most of the

at Mystic Granite, James and [girlfriend]

credit to Turner, but explains that James

Maya found this beautiful piece of onyx

actually redesigned the layout to gain a

that we all loved. To use it as the kitchen

little more space in the living room. “We

backsplash, we book-matched it and back-

all bounced ideas around about the rail,

lit it. I took the colors from that to drive

treads and risers,” he adds. The collabora-

the concept of the house with reds, oranges

tion is evident throughout, where special

and greens,” Turner adds.

attention was paid to the homeowners’ interests.

The meticulous details throughout the approximately 5,000-square-foot home

“My ideal house would have all open spaces

are immediately in focus from the front

and I am fascinated by the lofts in New

entrance punctuated by a sculptural state-

York. Although we have separate rooms

ment. “The pedestal staircase has the

in this house, the main living area is totally

metal part of the railing that starts on the

open with 35-foot ceilings. Maya came up

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with a lot of ideas as well. Credit really goes to everyone. I would come up with an idea and literally within hours it would be in the plans. That’s what we love about Rob [Smith]. If it makes sense, he will do it,” James explains. Smith admits this house may have gotten a little extra TLC. “It’s right around the corner from my house so it got a lot of extra attention. It was the first and last thing I saw every day,” he says. And Turner feels the project was special too. “It was very collaborative, and we had a lot of conversations about expectations. I made the initial presentation and from there it was an exercise in details and logistics,” he concludes.

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OPPOSITE: THE SERENE MASTER BEDROOM IS LAYERED IN LUXURY WITH SOFT COLORS AND TEXTILES. THE GOLD CHAIR, SIDE TABLE AND WALL SCULPTURE ADD A BOLD PUNCH. ROB TURNER DESIGNED THE BEDSIDE TABLES AND FLOATING DRESSER THAT WERE FABRICATED LOCALLY. THIS PAGE: IN THE MASTER BATH THERE IS A MODERN TAKE ON THE JAPANESE SHOWER WITH A FREESTANDING TUB AND CLEAN-LINED WHITE CABINETRY BY CABINETRY CREATIONS. THE EXTERIOR OF THE HOME REFLECTS THE MODERN AESTHETIC IN COLORS PULLED FROM THE NATURAL SURROUNDINGS.

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Opposite: The bright

green front door is a welcoming color and one of a few pops in the overall black and white color scheme of the home. Ipe Brazilian walnut wood decking adds warmth to the front porch.

Color comes into play in the living area through custom pillows, carefully curated accessories displayed on the bookshelves, and a customized hide rug that is not only fashionable but durable. SPRING | SUMMER 2020

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young family sought the services of husband and wife team Zane Williams, builder and founder, Z Properties, and Emily Williams, lead designer at Z Properties and co-founder of The Grove, to

create their dream home in a dream neighborhood — near Lake Maitland in Winter Park. “This is one of Zane’s favorite projects in the last couple of years so that made it special because the owners let us have a big hand in it. We wanted to do something that fit in the neighborhood. Some of the inspiration came from Southern California — it’s an updated or modern version of a ranch,” Emily explains. While the home reflects the team’s signature style, it’s a bit of a departure from some of their other projects that incorporate lots of color. “The owners found us and were drawn to our work, but they said, ‘We love everything that you do but we don’t love color.’ When we went to do the interiors, it was baby steps. Clearly, it has less color than most of our projects, but it has some fun pops,” Emily shares. That begins with the bright green front door, set against the black and white exterior of the home. “I landed on the green. I always love a springy green. I think it’s welcoming and pretty,” Emily says. The homeowners agreed when presented with the color options. The open floor plan home features four bedrooms — all with en-suite bathrooms — a gourmet kitchen and pantry, and outdoor entertaining space with a summer kitchen. As with all Z

Opposite: Simple and elegant, the black and white dining area features a Restoration Hardware dining table and side chairs with upholstered head chairs from CR Laine, and a chandelier by Kelly Wearstler. The black and white color contrast continues in the kitchen beyond.

Top: While the rest of the home keeps color off the walls, the entryway welcomes in a serene shade of blue wallpaper by Phillip Jeffries. LiLi Cement Tiles flooring was customized in black and white. Bottom: The master bedroom is punctuated by a black panel wall and upholstered furniture from CR Laine. The nightstands and lamps are from Bungalow 5, and the side table is from Worlds Away. SPRING | SUMMER 2020

Properties projects, symmetry and sight lines are signature elements. “The two bedroom wings on the front of the house are perfectly symmetrical and the center window lines up perfectly with the center of the cabana if you were to look straight through the house,” Emily says. In the entryway, a serene shade of blue wallpaper by Phillip Jeffries greets guests along with LiLi Cement Tiles that were customized in black and white to tie into the rest of the home. Emily further played with color in the living room through custom emerald green pillows and the accessories in the bookshelves. A challenge, she admits, as the homeowners did not want too much clutter. “The rug is made of hide, which I think is fun and interesting with the interlocking circles, which was a custom choice that we did. They are super durable — great for high traffic and kids and pets,” she adds. The adjacent dining area overlooks the pool and cabana with large sliding glass doors creating a seamless transition between indoors and outdoors. The Restoration Hardware table and dining chairs are punctuated by CR Laine host chairs and the chandelier by Kelly Wearstler ties in with the sconces from the entryway. The black and white contrast continues in the gourmet kitchen, where the homeowners love to cook. A secluded galley pantry behind the range wall offers even more storage with custom cabinetry, counter space to clear dishes or for further food prep, and gourmet appliances, such as a built-in coffee machine, dishwasher drawer and wine refrigerator.

Top: Interesting architectural details define the master bathroom where the panel walls continue from the master bedroom and the vanity tops and tub are covered in marble fabricated to look like one continuous piece. Bottom: The home’s exterior reflects the black and white motif carried throughout the interiors and is a modern take on a ranch-style home, while still befitting the surrounding neighborhood. Careful consideration for symmetry and sight lines was also taken into account.

Opposite: Designer Emily added a touch of femininity to the bold master bathroom through the mirrors and sconces above the vanities. She wanted to be sure they stood out from the panel wall.

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Color comes back into play in the luxurious master bedroom, which is highlighted by a customized blue upholstered bed and two armchairs in marbeling fabric, all from CR Laine. The other showpiece is the black paneled wall that continues into the master bathroom. Fabricated marble creates a seamless bold statement around the tub and the duel vanities against the black cabinetry and panel walls. Geometric marble tiling in subtle shades of blues and grays softens the room along with the mirrors and sconces. “I felt like they [mirrors] needed to be a special shape or they were going to fight with the paneling. It needed to have some detail that differentiated it from that,” Emily adds. The family is big on gatherings and sporting events so the outdoor entertaining space was a must. The sofas and chairs from Lee Industries are slipcovered in a Sunbrella fabric that is machine washable. “They’re made just like a piece of indoor furniture — so really comfortable,” Emily adds. The Ipe Brazilian walnut wood decking in the cabana — as well as on the front porch — adds a beautiful, rich color to the spaces and is very durable. Everything in the home is new and the homeowners were trusting of Zane and Emily’s choices. Continuity was key in tying all the open spaces together while allowing each to stand on its own. “The homeowners generously allowed us to select some different materials and take some risks. They were open to all of our ideas,” Emily says.

Opposite: Large sliding glass doors create a seamless transition to the outdoors from the dining room, where the sparkling pool and cabana, featuring dining area, seating area and summer kitchen, are on view.

Top: The cabana was a must-have for the homeowners who like to entertain and watch sporting events. The same Ipe decking was used as on the front porch. Lee Industries sofa and chairs are slipcovered in a Sunbrella fabric that is machine washable, combining comfort, style and durability. Bottom: Behind the kitchen is a galley pantry that offers even more storage with custom cabinetry, counter space to clear dishes, and gourmet appliances. The inset features wallpaper by Schumacher.

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The 2020 Showcase Home Casa de los Reyes by Turning Leaf

concrete countertop on the kitchen island that spans 14 feet by 6

Custom Homes in Winter Park sets the bar for energy efficiency.

feet, situated between two skylights. Ryan also crafted the

This 5,764-square-foot home resides on a large in-fill lot, elevat-

poured-in-place outdoor kitchen counter and a bench around

ing neighborhood curb appeal with its Mediterranean architec-

the fireplace.

ture accented with a multicolored clay tile roof and aquamarine windows.

The homeowners express their appreciation for color with a mosaic clay tile roof, hand-blended by 5 Points Tile in Oviedo,

Named after the homeowners, the Reyes, who have two chil-

using blue, green and red clay tiles palletized to create a custom

dren, ages 9 and 13, the living space features five bedrooms, five

design. Aquamarine aluminum-clad, wood windows by Ander-

and a half bathrooms, a media room, study room, and a three-car garage. The home’s

sen Windows & Doors and matching aquamarine cabinetry mixed with navy cabinetry throughout

defining feature is its energy-efficient solid

“All of our custom homes

concrete walls known as ICF, an acronym for

are built with ICF walls,

rooms and bathrooms.

insulating concrete form. “All of our custom homes are built with ICF walls, poured solid concrete sandwiched between thick insulated

poured solid concrete

the home complement colorful cement tiles in

The kitchen is outfitted with Wolf and Sub-Zero

sandwiched between thick

appliances, shaker-style, cerused, whitewashed

lightweight, closed-cell insulation. Because

insulated panels of

netry on the kitchen island, handmade by Jackson

there are no cold joints or gaps for air to pene-

expanded polystyrene

Pierson Cabinetry in Longwood. The kitchen leads

entering the home,” says John Riddle, vice

insulation, a lightweight,

butler’s pantry, also with navy cabinetry that

president of Turning Leaf Custom Homes.

closed-cell insulation.

matches the kitchen island.

The ICF walls, built in-house by Turning Leaf,

Because there are no cold

Flooring in the main living spaces echoes the cabi-

panels of expanded polystyrene insulation, a

trate, the ICF walls stop radiant heat from

contribute to the home’s green certification

oak custom cabinetry, and painted navy base cabi-

to an outside covered entrance and connects with a

joints or gaps for air to

netry with whitewashed oak engineered hard-

duce a lower utility bill than homes with a

penetrate, the ICF walls

ish-style cement tile appears in various designs in

standard HVAC system,” says Ryan Bitzer,

stop radiant heat from

and lower energy bills. “The ICF walls pro-

president of Turning Leaf Construction. Other features fostering the home’s green certifi-

entering the home.”

cation include a state-of-the-art air conditioning system by Daikin.

wood planks in an oil-rubbed finish, while Spanthe kitchen, laundry room and bathrooms. “The interior walls are painted off-white as a neutral because the homeowners wanted to draw focus to

the finishes and the fixtures,” Ryan says. The walls’ rounded corners and smooth drywall finish cue the Mediterranean-style

“The home is designed to be family-focused and to entertain

interiors.

guests. The homeowners didn’t want the living spaces segregated,” Ryan says. The general contractor handcrafted several

The master suite, located at the right rear of the home, features

design elements, including a custom poured-in-place, finished

the same whitewashed oak flooring, custom milled in smaller

Opposite: The 2020 Showcase Home Casa de los Reyes by Turning Leaf Custom Homes

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planks and arranged in a herringbone design. It opens to a

The children’s wing resides on the other side of the home with

breakfast patio with paved walkways to the courtyard and pool

two en-suite bedrooms, one for the son and the other for the

area. The master bath has his and her walk-in closets with the

daughter, with a powder bathroom in between. An office on the

man’s closet doubling as a safe room. “The closet has ICF walls

front left wing of the home drinks in natural light through large

and a solid concrete deck overhead so it functions as a ventilated

windows and features custom concrete tile flooring and a painted

concrete reinforced safe room. Many of our clients want a safe

tongue-and-groove ceiling accented with cypress beams.

room. Because our homes are built with ICF walls, this is an easy feature to provide,” John adds.

The home’s media room opens to the outdoor living space and features a surround sound system, pocket doors with glass

The master bath has a wet room outfitted with the Kohler Digital

inserts for soundproofing and white oak cerused finished cabi-

Shower Experience comprised of six body sprayers, three shower

netry that spans the entire wall. The media room leads to the

heads and a rain head, all digitally controlled by a touch screen

children’s study outfitted with built-in desks, cabinetry, and a

system with remote control. Homeowners can customize their

drop zone crafted of a beaded backboard to hang and organize

shower experience with temperature and water pressure settings

belongings.

as well as light and sound features. A soaker tub resides at the back of the wet room. “We are seeing wet rooms with the shower

The outdoor kitchen is framed by triple arches and opens to a

and bathtub combo as a popular lifestyle trend,” John says.

custom pool with travertine coping and brick tile walkways.

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Other notable features include an automatic back-up power generator using natural gas and a Lutron home automation system that controls entertainment, climate security, automated blinds, and monitors the home. A whole-home renovation by Farina & Sons on the POH tour in Orlando restores its original French country character and expands living space with two seamless additions on both wings. The homebuilder gutted the 5,000-square-foot home, reframed and rebuilt it creating an expanded master suite and larger kitchen. The home’s facade had a facelift with new paint, roof tiles, windows, and its original decorative pediments resized to fit the windows. The team also restored the home’s original copper cupola over the garage. “The house had been remodeled several times and when we started this big renovation, there were two roofs. We removed the original roof and lifted the interior ceilings, giving the home another two feet of ceiling space to play with for different ceiling treatments,” says Victor Farina, president of Farina & Sons. Throughout the home, ceiling heights range from 9 to 11 feet, showcasing architectural details. “All interior doors are 8 feet high and 2 inches thick with a raised four-panel design evoking that French country look,” Victor adds. Interior designer Grant Gribble of Gribble Interior Design Group worked with the homeowner to select finishes, fixtures and colors. “The home is very traditional in a classic style with clean and calculated details,” Grant says. Farina & Sons worked with architect Mark Nasrallah to create a split floorplan that situates the master suite on one side and a mini master suite on the opposite side of the home with a great room that opens to the kitchen. “The plan was not functional and had been renovated a few times without a grand plan design, so it became a hodgepodge that needed to be cleaned up,” Victor explains. Opposite: Farina & Sons whole-home renovation exterior. Top: The foyer of the Farina & Sons project boasts an 11-foot barrel ceiling with classic accents. Bottom: The master shower sits in the center of the bathroom as a seamless glass room, clad in large-format, thin porcelain tile that mimics the look of marble. SPRING | SUMMER 2020

The foyer creates a sense of arrival with an 11-foot barrel plaster

The family room draws the eye to coffered ceilings soaring 14

ceiling accented with new trim, paneling, wainscot and wallpa-

feet high accented with large maple beams and opens to an

per. “The home is a clean, tailored, traditional style. There seems

upgraded outdoor living space with a new summer kitchen

to be a trend toward that. Not everyone loves super contempo-

equipped with a grill and Green Egg cooker, both framed by a

rary interiors. The idea is to be timeless yet current— on-trend,

stone range hood that matches the new stone fireplace and out-

but not too trendy,” Grant says.

fitted with weather-proof cabinetry by Naturecast.

Dark-stained, white oak floors lead from the foyer into the office

Other modifications to the home include a relocated laundry room

embellished with coffered ceilings. A dining room resides oppo-

near the master suite with a large window overlooking the back-

site the office with its original stone fireplace surround. An

yard. The team also rewired the home with smart technology and

arched hallway with linen closets leads to the enlarged master

added foam insulation and new AC systems with mini zones and

suite with coffered ceilings that opens to the backyard. The mas-

dehumidification functions to improve the home’s energy efficien-

ter bath features his and her vanity areas, a makeup niche, and

cy. “There are no hot or cold spots in the home because we did sepa-

his and her toilet rooms. The master shower sits in the center of the bath-

“The open plan kitchen/

room as a seamless glass room, clad in large-for-

family rooms continue to

mat, thin porcelain tile that mimics the look of

be a popular lifestyle

marble and book matched to showcase its vein-

rate dehumidifiers,” Victor explains. Outstanding lifestyle features include a temperature-controlled wine room clad in brick with closed-cell foam insulation to control humidity. In the production home category, the Massiano

ing. “Situating the shower centrally in the bath-

trend. We designed the

room as a focal point is an emerging trend, rath-

kitchen counter to face

Orlando, inspires ideas for entertaining and out-

toward the family room,

Royal Cypress Preserve, the Spanish Colonial

er than the freestanding tub, which we located at the back-rear wall with a picture window to the backyard,” Victor says. The walk-in master closet, by Masterpiece Closets, is designed to evoke the look and feel of a high-end boutique with fold-out dressing mirrors, tall pullout storage in bulkhead doors, plenty of shoe racks, and illuminated by natural light

as opposed to the typical placement where the stools face the kitchen to foster that concept.”

from windows in the front and back of the closet.

model home, by Toll Brothers in southwest door living. Located in the gated community of style home spans 2,199 square feet. Its soaring two-story foyer reveals a private wine room and custom woodwork, which can be found throughout the home. The spacious great room opens to the dining area and gourmet kitchen, which is highlighted by a custom island, quartz countertops, KitchenAid gourmet appliances and upgraded

cabinetry. The luxurious master suite features a serene bay window sitting area with views of a pond, as well as access to the

Renovations expanded the kitchen with an additional 120 square

covered lanai and dual walk-in closets. The master bath includes

feet of space for a walk-in pantry, a mudroom area, and a drop

an exquisite free-standing tub, an expansive shower with a seat,

zone that opens to a covered walkway leading from the garage.

and dual quartz top-sink vanities. The wood stairs lead up to a

The chef’s kitchen features Caesarstone countertops, a custom

cozy loft and an expansive fourth bedroom and full bathroom

range hood crafted of copper, and a marble tile backsplash that

that is ideal for an older child or guests.

extends up to the crown molding. It is outfitted with a built-in refrigerator, double ovens and two kitchen islands, one for casual

Designed for entertaining, the open-concept floor plan features

dining and the other as a prep area. “The open plan kitchen/

large sliding glass doors that lead to an outdoor kitchen for true

family rooms continue to be a popular lifestyle trend. We

indoor-outdoor living. Outside, the covered lanai includes a gas

designed the kitchen counter to face toward the family room, as

fireplace and overlooks the custom pool, which is complete with

opposed to the typical placement where the stools face the kitch-

a waterfall and spa, and surrounded by lush landscaping, creat-

en to foster that open concept,” Grant adds.

ing the ideal private retreat.

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Top: The Massiano model home by Toll Brothers exterior. Right: The kitchen of this home is highlighted by a a custom island, quartz countertops, KitchenAid gourmet appliances and upgraded cabinetry.

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The Baptistery at the Morse Museum in the permanent exhibition of the chapel interior that Louis Comfort Tiffany designed for the 1893 world’s fair in Chicago.

glass master Think you’ve seen all the gems in Orlando? Not unless you have experienced The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art on North Park Avenue in Winter Park that houses the world’s most comprehensive collection of works by Louis Comfort Tiffany (1848–1933), including the artist and designer’s jewelry, pottery, paintings, art glass, leaded-glass lamps and windows; his chapel interior from the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago; and art and architectural objects from his Long Island country estate, Laurelton Hall. The Museum’s holdings also include American art pottery, late 19th- and early 20th-century American paintings, graphics and decorative art. morsemuseum.org

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