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Creating an aesthetically pleasing interior for a 7,655square-foot model home priced at almost $9 million in Wellington, FL, is no small project to take on. But Winter Park-based design firm Beasley & Henley designed this one to appeal to prospective buyers with loads of effortless luxury and all the modern comforts.
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TRADITIONAL WITH A TWIST
Charged with creating a warm and welcoming home for a couple of empty nesters who entertain their grandchildren regularly, Ashley Martin Home designed and renovated a spacious 4,547-square-foot, 19-room home located on Lake Butler in Windermere. The fairly comprehensive project featured a traditional aesthetic with a twist.
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MODERN MINIMALIST
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TOTALLY TRANSFORMED
A local homeowner loved her mid-century modern home on a spacious property, but it needed updating. Award-winning builder and architect Phil Kean was called in to make it happen, but he found much more than a remodel was needed to bring it back to life.
cover: This dramatic dining room was designed by Ashley Martin, Ashley Martin Home, photographed by Native House Photography. Article on page 52.
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FIRST LOOK Artist Audrey Phillips’ Fragile Universe was created during the first month of COVID-19 isolation when she spent most days in her garden and many nights on her deck looking at the stars.
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WORK IN STYLE Whether you have a corner in the bedroom or a full office space at home, there’s no reason it can’t be functional and fabulous.
12 SHOWROOM SHOPPING It’s all in the family at KBF Design Gallery with a new space filled with everything you need — including design — for remodeling. Southeast Steel Appliance Warehouse celebrates 80 years in business and President Stu Kimball offers some timely advice.
20 DESIGNING MINDS Carmen Dominguez builds to suit today’s environment with a family-friendly three-story house expertly designed to make full use of the 3,047 square feet.
26 FIRST HOME Interior designer Andrea Martoccia-Fava led a newlywed couple through the homebuilding process, delivering their dream home they can grow into as a family.
28 INSPIRING SPACES Karen LeBlanc asks local designers for tips to create a productive workspace at home that is organized, efficient and free of distractions. The home office can also be beautiful and peaceful.
34 ENTERTAINING Chef Jamie McFadden redefines the evening meal and encourages families to consider breakfast as supper with three pleasing recipes and activity suggestions.
39 ROOM BY ROOM Seven designers showcase their work and discuss the details and inspirations behind these stunning spaces.
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My painting Fragile Universe was created during the first month of COVID isolation when I spent most days in my garden, planting flowers and herbs, and many nights on the deck looking at the stars. Getting my hands in the dirt grounded me and helped me quiet the ongoing chatter and expand into silence. It is from this same contemplative place that I paint when in my studio. So much of my work is inspired by nature and this unexpected gift of time in my garden continues to influence my painting process. – Audrey Phillips 6
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Whether you have a corner in the bedroom or a full office space at home, there's no reason it can't be functional and fabulous. Here are some finds you can add into the mix from local showrooms Bespoke Furniture, Ted Maines Interiors and Workscapes.
Knoll Remix high-back chair features all-day support and is available in a variety of colors. (Ted Maines Interiors, Winter Park, tedmainesinteriors.com)
Herman Miller Geiger Domino sideboard (three units wide) offers storage in a beautiful furniture piece. (Workscapes, Orlando, workscapes.com)
Herman Miller Geiger Domino clean-lined table also works well as a large desk. (Workscapes)
Herman Miller Embody Chair by Jeff Weber and Bill Stumpf delivers functional ergonomic elements and comes in multiple colors. (Workscapes)
The Knoll + Muuto Around small coffee table by Thomas Bentzen provides a classic mid-century Scandanavian style. (Ted Maines Interiors)
The Bernini Console is a work of art at 85" wide and is definitely a conversation piece. (Bespoke Furniture by Morrone Interiors, Winter Park, morroneinteriors.com)
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Herman Miller Eames Storage Unit, 2x2, designed by Charles and Ray Eames adds a playful pop with practical storage. (Workscapes)
A custom built-in desk that gives an ample amount of storage can be customized to any room and is also available in multiple finishes. (Bespoke Furniture by Morrone Interiors)
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Knoll + Muuto Fiber Side Chair with swivel base. (Ted Maines Interiors)
sHOWROOM sHOPPING
KBF DESIGN GALLERY: ALL IN THE FAMILY
S
iblings
32-year-old
Ashley
Sheaffer and 29-year-old Adam Vellequette have expanded the remodeling business started by
their father, Keith, letting him slip into retirement while they built a new, expanded, 4,500-square-foot design center in Maitland. For clients it’s a one-stop-shop for projects including materials from flooring, cabinets and fixtures to furnishings and accessories. And the company also provides the design services, construction and installation. Whew… that ticks quite a few things off the checklist. Once the siblings got more involved in the business Ashley went back to design school — she already has a business degree
examinations and has a passing rate of
the ideas and collaborate with KBF’s team
from UCF — and has completed continuing
just 33%.
of experts to custom tailor a design that is
education classes as well. She also
KBF sets itself apart in Central Flori-
creative, unique and personal to the client
obtained her real estate license just in case
da’s remodeling space with its turnkey
and their home. Next, two and three-
they wanted to expand in another direc-
approach to making a customer’s design
dimensional renderings are presented
tion, such as flipping houses. Adam has a
dreams come to life. The team first meets
during a design review where the custom-
construction background and recently
with the client (either in their home or
er and KBF team will finalize the plans
passed the general contractor exam which
virtually) during a complimentary design
before construction begins.
is comprised of three eight-hour days of
consultation. Then the designer will take
“We had been looking for a new location for about two years [the showroom was previously in Altamonte Springs]. The business has grown a lot since 2017 — it nearly doubled,” Ashley explains. Even with the growth and expansion they have still maintained their commitment to residential remodeling. “We focus on functionality and the client wish list. Since we project manage, supply all the materials and do the installation, we can give you realistic parameters of cost at the beginning. So, there is no pointing fingers if something goes outside the
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sHOWROOM sHOPPING budget or timeline. We can come up with a budget range and the client will then direct us which way they want to go,” she explains. The team even handles all the permitting. Particularly now, with COVID-19 forcing people to stay home more, updating and remodeling requests have increased. “I think that aspect of life now has staying power as businesses are incorporating remote working. Homeowners are realizing it’s an investment opportunity — financially and for quality of life,” Adam explains. “Previously we saw a lot of farmhouse-
hunter green coming back,” she says.
the selection process. “Our goal is to help
inspired spaces. Now, we are seeing a trend
For consumers, the advantage of KBF’s
you in the decision-making process and
toward a more modern kitchen. That’s
approach is they can see what goes together
then create exactly what you had in
what we have tried to highlight in the
and have a designer guide them through
mind,” Ashley adds.
showroom. We tried to be a little more forward-thinking in our selections featured. In terms of color, we are seeing
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Southeast Steel: Serving
Central Florida Since 1940 It’s rare to find a local retail company with decades-long roots that’s not only survived but thrived. But appliance merchant Southeast Steel continues to serve customers based on the longstanding premise of integrity and professionalism. Stu Kimball, president of Southeast Steel Appliance , recently offered some insights into the industry as well as some helpful advice. Consider Purchases Now for Holiday Deliveries
particular needs, budget and lifestyle. We
Due to the pandemic, manufacturing has
staff has been here for more than 15
slowed so customers may find the specific
years,” he explains. “Because we are locally
items they want may be on back order. Stu
owned and operated — we can react much
advises clients to really assess their needs
faster to your special needs including
now so they can receive any new appli-
emergency replacements and deliveries.”
ances in time for the holidays. “We don’t
have very little turnover as most of our
oven they want immediately. And we
Make Sure You Are Getting the Full Selection
don’t want their holidays to be ruined.
At Southeast Steel, the huge appliance
Although the holiday season and gather-
showroom (over half a football field size),
ings may be quite different this year, fami-
is full of refrigerators, freezers, ranges,
lies still want to cook and entertain. To
microwaves, ovens, cooktops, grills, hoods,
customers wanat to know where their
ensure that our customers receive their
dishwashers, washers, dryers, ice makers,
products are coming from and know who
purchases before the holidays, we encour-
wine coolers and more from dozens of
is delivering them to their home. There is
age them to shop now since we are cur-
manufacturers. At many big-box stores
no third party involved. Our delivery crew
rently seeing wait times approaching 90
you will only find a few different manu-
members are seasoned and well trained
days on some products,” he says. It might
facturers. “Southeast Steel, as a member
and managed by our in-house veteran
also be time to consider mixing and
of Brand Source, a National Buying
warehouse manager. We have a thought-
matching manufacturers while still keep-
Group, buys product directly from manu-
ful, well-mannered professional delivery
ing the same finishes. That way you can
facturers (no middleman markup) at the
team so you can rest assured and be com-
get the top products in each category.
lowest available price, making our prices
fortable with having them in your home,”
always competitive and often much lower
Stu says. The warehouse manager will
than the national chain stores,” he adds.
keep customers informed to the day and
want people to think they can get the new
Know Who You Are Dealing With Advertised prices at big-box stores may be
The brands featured include top-of-the-
time to expect their delivery. They will
tempting, but do you actually get the best
line names like Bosch, Wolf, Viking, Ther-
also follow up to be sure that the delivery
advice and service? “Our product knowl-
mador, SubZero and Monogram as well as
was to their satisfaction, and that they are
edge distinguishes us from all our com-
other popular brands — KitchenAid, LG,
all set to enjoy your new appliances.
petitors. Most of our staff have actually
Café, Electrolux, Frigidaire, Maytag and GE.
worked directly for the manufacturers so they know these products thoroughly and
Service After the Sale
SOUTHEAST STEEL APPLIANCE WAREHOUSE
are able to educate and guide our custom-
“We have our own warehouse and deliv-
63 W. Amelia St., Orlando 32801
ers in finding a product that best fits their
ery guys. In today’s world we know our
southeaststeel.net
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sHOWROOM sHOPPING HOT PRODUCT —
LG STYLER
ONE OF THE INNOVATIVE NEW PRODUCTS AVAILABLE AT SOUTHEAST STEEL IS THE LG STYLER, a system that refreshes garments in minutes with a smart Wi-Fi enabled steam clothing care feature. It is the perfect laundry room addition for those who don’t want to make repeated trips to the dry cleaner. Designed to reduce wrinkles and odors with the gentle power of steam, it even helps sanitize your garments and removes allergens. Plus, it comes in white or espresso with a mirror finish that adds style and function to complement the design of your ultimate laundry room. The Styler helps sanitize toys, clothes, sports equipment and more with a sanitary cycle. The sanitary cycle powered by TrueSteam® reduces allergens and has earned the asthma and allergy friendly certification from the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of American (AAFA). You can also use it to quickly dry delicates, like lingerie and sweaters, without fear of shrinkage or damage from high-heat dryers. And the SmartThinQ Technology allows you to control the LG Styler from your phone to check remaining cycle time, download cycles, and more.
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designingMINDS
Carmen Dominguez Builds to Suit Today’s Environment As a well-respected Central Florida custom builder, Carmen Dominguez has always made it her mission to keep up with what homeowners desire. One of the latest examples of what
designed these houses with three offices
Homes by Carmen Dominguez has mas-
own place to study or work. This scenario
tered is The Hummingbird, which was fea-
is ideal for a family with teenagers or col-
tured in the Greater Orlando Builders’
lege students as it provides enough space
Association (GOBA) 2020 Parade of Homes.
and privacy for everyone,” she adds.
— one on each floor. With the pandemic and the need for families to share office space and schoolwork space, this desirable design allows everyone to have their
Located in Winter Park, the three-story,
The other creative contributors includ-
family-friendly house with four bedrooms
ed MJS Design and PB Interiors. “The
and three and a half baths was expertly
house was designed by MJS Design who
designed to make full use of the 3,047
understood and executed the need to cre-
square feet with no wasted space.
ate separate spaces by wisely utilizing the
“There are two houses, built side by side,
third level. Susan Pridgen, with PB Interi-
featuring two different elevations. The one
ors, was responsible for the color selection
that is completed is a modern farmhouse
and details of the house finishes,” Carmen
[photos shown] style; the other elevation is
explains.
more transitional. The idea behind these
The first floor boasts the main living area,
homes was to utilize the third floor “attic”
kitchen, master suite and an office while
space where we fit a bedroom and a sitting
the second floor has two more bedrooms —
room — a truly ideal retreat,” Carmen says.
one suited for an office — bathroom and
Having three levels is actually a big
laundry room. The third floor is a retreat
plus during these unprecedented times
with a large bedroom, bathroom and spa-
when people are staying home more. “We
cious loft space, again, perfect for an office.
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designingMINDS
“My favorite area is the kitchen/family
white with custom finishes and fixtures.
room area as it is wide open, with a great
The airy master bedroom offers glass
view of the yard and pool. I also love all
sliding doors to the patio for easy access to
the storage that the spacious walk-in clos-
the pool and outdoor entertaining area.
ets have to offer on the second and third floors,” she says.
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“The Hummingbird — I love the design for its efficiency and for all the storage. Also,
The entire home is light and bright
each floor provides privacy and space. The
with a sizeable lanai and pool in the back.
house is well insulated and has thoughtful
The kitchen and bathrooms are bathed in
details throughout,” Carmen says.
firstHOME
ALL GROWN UP IN COLLEGE PARK BUILDER: Doug Anderson, Anderson Developers
| DESIGNER: Andrea Martoccia-Fava, Motivo Home ARCHITECT: Keesee Associates | PHOTOGRAPHY: Amy Lamb, Native House
After meeting at Louisiana State University and moving back to Orlando, a newlywed couple decided to build their dream home in College Park. The four-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bath home features an open concept, a great backyard for hosting friends and family, and many special details throughout. Interior designer Andrea Martoccia-Fava led them through the process. CHRISTI ASHBY: Was there any pressure
AMF: We specified all family friendly
designing a couple’s first home together?
materials for the furniture upholstery that would live up to spills, kids and pets.
ANDREA MARTOCCIA-FAVA: No matter if it’s a client’s first home or third, I always
CA: How would you describe the overall
want to get it just right. For this couple
style?
in particular as they had no previous experience in building or designing a
AMF: I think the overall style of this
home, I needed to be their interior
home is today’s transitional. The modern
designer as well as their advocate in the
farmhouse look continues to be a big
building process. We guided them through
trend and while we didn’t want to go too
all the decisions from interior material
heavy in that direction, we did use some
selections, where they could save and
great patterned tile and clean-lined iron
where they should splurge, to where to
details to make the home feel very
plant the tree in their front yard.
current. Other than that, we stuck with traditional elements paired with modern
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CA: How did you incorporate features that
touches to really give a transitional,
would accommodate their future family?
timeless look.
CA: Were you given any specific criteria or were you given carte blanche? AMF: The homeowners love neutrals and were mostly drawn to understated looks with small pops of glam or rustic details, so we worked with them in the beginning to find their unique style. Once we presented the first round of designs and all the major selections were approved, they realized we understood what they liked, and we then had carte blanche to fill in all the details. CA: How long was the process and were there any challenges?
CA: What was your favorite feature or
much bigger pantry off the garage so
space?
what would have been a den when you
AMF: I think there are always challenges
first walked in the front door turned into
in construction, but the key is having a
AMF: I think the staircase was one of my
a space that was not quite big enough to
team that communicates and is solution-
favorite features in the home and my
be a room but we wanted to make it
driven. From pre-construction planning
favorite space would be the foyer/reading
special and give it a purpose. We decided
to final installation this project took
nook. In the architectural planning
to make a custom designed library and
approximately a year and a half.
phase the clients decided they wanted a
reading nook for the wife who is a teacher and an avid reader, and the final result just turned out perfectly. CA: How did the new owners react? AMF: Seeing our clients’ reactions is always my favorite part of every job. This project was special because the last time the homeowners saw the house before the reveal, it was empty. We came in with all the furniture and décor, lit the fireplace, put on music, and laid out a charcuterie board with champagne on ice. When they walked in, our design team and the builder were there to greet them and tour them through each room. We toasted to a successful project and their beautiful new home; it was truly a special night and such a joy to see them so happy.
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REIMAGINING THE HOME OFFICE FOR OUR NEW REALITY 5 TIPS FOR A PRODUCTIVE WORKSPACE by Karen
LeBlanc
For months, many of us have been working from home as COVID-19 keeps us out of the office and socially distanced. Face-to-face meetings have gone virtual via Zoom, Skype and other popular online platforms. The pandemic’s sudden onset and seismic upheaval in the workforce had many employees scrambling to cobble together temporary workspaces, perhaps a dining room table or kitchen countertop. Half a year into this new reality, we realize our makeshift workspace is now mandatory for conducting business. Working from home is here to stay, at least in the immediate future.
A
ccording to Trend Hunter: “Working
from
“I feel this is the most timely and
home
important issue in home design
will be a large part of the
today. People face a ‘new normal’
‘new normal.’ It takes 66
that includes how and when to
days for people to form a new habit,
work from home,” says interior
and many people have been working
designer Eric Horner, owner of
from home for months now. Many
Eric Horner Interiors.
companies have been surprised by
For interior designers, COVID-19
the effectiveness of virtual collabo-
has created an opportunity to
ration, and many employees have
rethink the home office given the
formed habits they will continue
new demands of working remotely
post-pandemic.”
with your face and place on view.
As a journalist, I’ve spent the past
“What was once an afterthought
two decades working from home,
or low priority living space now
but the pandemic has revealed
becomes an important room in the
shortcomings in my workspace.
home as telecommuting becomes
My workday now requires face-flat-
an accepted way of working,” adds
tering ring lights, wireless earbuds,
Jacqueline Marquez, director of
a fast internet connection, plus a
sales and design at The Closet Fac-
pretty backdrop, devoid of clutter and personal effects that I don’t
tory. The company is experiencing Eric Horner Interiors
want visible to co-workers. Staging
an uptick in home office projects and personal workspaces since the
my home office for this new way of working is akin to decorating
pandemic. “This change is so critical for how families use their
a theater or movie set. My virtual backdrop is a work in progress,
homes for workspaces and places to congregate,” she explains.
and admittedly I could still use a few pointers. For many of us,
The home office joins the ranks of the kitchen and master
it’s time to reimagine the look, location and function of the home
bedroom in terms of living space clout as more businesses relax
office.
work-from-home policies or shift to full-time remote work.
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“The post-COVID-19 business landscape will undoubtedly look remarkably different from the business world we knew just six months ago. Commercial real estate is costly, and many businesses realize that they need less of it, if any at
The Closet Factory
all. As Americans transition to working at home either part or full time, the hybrid home office/guest bedroom or home office/ den may start looking more like a dedicated workspace,� says interior designer Ted Maines, owner of Ted Maines Interiors. To help us reimagine the home office in our new normal, I asked for expert advice from several Central Florida design professionals. I distilled it down to five tips for designing, decorating and retrofitting a home office.
Ted Maines Interiors
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iNSPiRiNG sPACEs DEDICATE A PERMANENT WORKSPACE: Today’s home office demands a distractionfree zone, devoid of noise interference from the household, if possible. It requires a permanent place rather than a makeshift space. “The biggest thing I think people have learned is there needs to be separation from family and work. With the COVID-19
CRT Studio
shutdowns, people were forced to create home offices without much preparation.
“This is a critical area to allocate,
crooked pictures! Taking a little extra
Some people set up shop at their dining
whether it be for the professional to work
thought and care in layout and accessoriz-
room table or in some remote spot of their
and think or children to work on home
ing can easily mitigate such embarrassing
home. The cacophony of daily life does not
schooling and homework. Trying to work
moments,” Eric says.
make the most conducive work environ-
on leftover counter space at the kitchen
Hattie suggests hanging a painting or
ment,” shares interior designer Hattie
table or on the counter is not productive,”
positioning a bookcase with interesting
Wolfe, co-owner of Wolfe-Rizor Interiors.
Jacqueline explains.
items as a camera-ready backdrop for the
Design experts advise finding a perma-
This reprioritization of living space is
home office. “I always recommend doing a
nent place for your workstation, prefera-
changing the flow and function of floor-
practice shot to see what others are seeing
bly with enough privacy to shut out noise
plans. “The home office, by force, will replace
on their screen. Lighting is important too.
and distraction. “Select a room with a
the obligatory den, once used to balance
You may need window treatments to cut
door so the office can be closed if need be
the dining room in the home’s entry
down the glare, or brighter bulbs to lighten
for conferencing or to be kept out of sight,”
sequence. Most people now need this space
the room,” she adds.
Eric adds.
to conduct everyday business and have a
Design consultant Susan Pridgen of
comfortable place for conversation and
PB Interiors suggests starting with a
personal reflection,” says interior design-
fresh coat of paint for an instant upgrade.
er Rob Turner, owner of CRT Studio.
“Painting a bold accent wall or all over can
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SET THE VIRTUAL STAGE:
be very inspiring,” she says. For a camera-
Think of the home office as a movie set
ready home office, she reduces clutter and
and your work as theater. Today’s home
organizes paraphernalia using simple
office needs to look and play the part in
white wall shelves or wall cubbies and
the virtual world. This means it needs to
adds new frames with personal photos.
have a “staged” backdrop for conducting
“Adding a fun area rug can change the
virtual calls and conferences. “Function
look and drapes can soften the space and
also looks very different in a pandemic
add texture,” she explains.
with the rise in virtual meetings via Zoom
Rob recommends a strong focal point
or other forms of electronic conferencing.
that is both a design principle and a person-
People yearn to feel safe and that their
al statement. “The home office is now the
personal space, which is now on public
backdrop to the world in which people
display, is professional and attractive.
operate professionally. I call it the Zoom
We’ve all seen the Zoom cameras focus on
view,” he says. Working with an elevation of
things it shouldn’t, such as an ugly or dirty
the room, he designs a space that cleverly
ceiling fan, a messy bookcase, or a wall of
conceals files, printers and other office
iNSPiRiNG sPACEs
CRT Studio
equipment to create the effect of an execu-
he explains.
tive office with an attractive backdrop.
“Space planning is just as much a com-
Virtual conferencing tools can expose
ponent of interior design as the obvious
all sorts of aesthetic and personal eye-
tasks of picking out colors and finishes.
sores. “We all need to be aware that our
Efficiency and practical use of space can
background needs to be presentable. Pets,
best be achieved by a professional,” Ted
crying children, and laundry piles or dirty
notes.
dishes will no longer be acceptable palates for our video meetings. If you can’t curate
ACCENT WITH PLANTS:
12 square feet of space that looks present-
Ergonomics and air quality become essen-
able, sit in front of a window, or invest in a
tial elements to consider when designing
piece of art or a bookcase that will be nei-
a functional home office. If we are going to
ther distracting nor aesthetically offen-
possible, Eric designs multiple spaces
spend an 8-to-10-hour workday at home, it
sive to the people you’re virtually meeting
within a home office, including the desk
should be a healthy space to inhabit. Deco-
with,” Ted suggests.
workspace, a reading nook, and a surface
rating your workspace with houseplants
to spread out a project. “We are now ask-
enhances its appearance and air quality
MAKE IT MULTI TASK:
ing clients where they are most comfort-
while reducing the noise level. Since
A home office needs to multitask in today’s
able while having a virtual conference or
plants filter dust particles and harmful
remote workload with areas for thinking,
media meeting. Each area of the home
toxins out of the air we breathe, experts
reading, doing, and meeting, much like a
office/workspace is designed and decorat-
suggest decorating your space with two
commercial office space provides. When
ed with multitasking abilities in mind,”
plants per 100 square feet to increase the
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air quality of a room. Houseplants to con-
foster responsible behavior that will pay
sider include Areca palms, tall indoor
off down the road,” Jacqueline says.
plants, and spider plants that grow under
“I believe that the newly awakened value
almost any circumstance, and bamboo
of having a home office will once again
palms, a tropical plant that thrives in low-
make it a priority in designing, building
light conditions.
or buying a new home. Right behind the kitchen and master suite in priority, I
CREATE ROI:
think we will find a home office feature in
The home office joins the ranks of kitch-
the top 5 most desired amenities of a
ens and baths when it comes to a renova-
home,” Eric adds.
tion return on investment. The workspace arguably shares equal billing for its new-
Eric Horner Interiors
As a consequence of COVID-19, experts predict corporate culture will be forever
found necessity at home. Investing in a
home design, we will see at least one if not
changed. One silver lining to these unset-
home office makeover can lead to
multiple home offices becoming required
tling times is the opportunity to examine
increased productivity, peace of mind and
necessities,” Ted predicts.
what is and isn’t working at work.
tax breaks. “Talk to your accountant about
“You and your family deserve dedicated
tax advantages of home offices and recog-
areas for work and business. It is an invest-
nize that money spent on a home office
ment in yourself for peace of mind and
can be reallocated from money saved on
productivity. Creating good habits for
commuting to work, dry cleaning bills
yourself and for your family with regard
and the like. I’m convinced that in new
to designated workspace and times will
Karen LeBlanc is host of The Design Tourist series. She travels the globe attending some of the world’s premiere design events in search of the latest trends, tastemakers and unique finds. Learn more at thedesigntourist.com.
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EnTERTAINING
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Chef Jamie McFadden
Dependent on what part of the country or world you grew up may determine the vocabulary used to describe your evening meal. Being raised in the Midwest, our family always referred to any form of a meal consumed after 5pm as supper. Dinner was specific to a Sunday meal, typically after Sunday services, and served between noon and 3pm. Lunch was consumed daily between 11am and 2pm. So how did supper become dinner? It actually did not.
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p until the mid-1800s, dinner referred to a midday meal, while supper served as a light evening meal for those need-
ing additional nutrition after a hard day’s work. In the medieval period, the hours of devotion influenced mealtime customs as well. Monks ate nine hours after daybreak which translated roughly between noon and 3pm. Supper, in terms of word origins, is associated with the evening. It comes from the Old French word souper, meaning evening meal, a noun based on a verb meaning to eat or serve a meal. Regardless of what verbiage describes your evening meal, I am assuming that by this stage of our country’s coronavirus challenges you may be ready for some exciting and new recipes to prepare for your family. The last few months have created many hardships, obstacles and new normals for everyone. I’ve heard from multiple friends and colleagues that having college kids back at their kitchen table on a nightly basis has been somewhat shall we say costly, fun and entertaining all rolled into one. Funny how one has no problem eating Ramen noodles when away at school, but once back at Mom and Dads it’s are we grilling steaks tonight? We? Who’s flipping the bill at the butcher shop, or actually preparing the grill for this deliciously expensive dinner? So, let’s take a look at some dining options to jazz up your family meals and possibly get the rest of your crew involved in the planning and/or preparation. If you have yet to prepare breakfast for supper at least a couple of times a month you are definitely missing out. Chilled strawberry soup to begin, followed by a mouth-watering frittata, and then for dessert Bananas Foster French toast. The total prep time for the above menu is under an hour, and the meal is a crowd pleaser. Wishing you and your families good health and happiness, and always remember to entertain deliciously! FALL 2020
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EnTERTAINING Supper Frittata SERVES 6-8 12 eggs 4 cups heavy cream 1 tablespoon oregano 1 tablespoon basil 1 tablespoon salt
Chilled Strawberry Soup
1 teaspoon white pepper
SERVES 4-6
2 cups prepared shredded potatoes 3 tablespoons diced sun-dried tomatoes
2 cups fresh strawberries, stem removed and chopped
2 tablespoons white sugar, or 3 tablespoons honey
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
2 cups milk
1 cup smoked ham, diced
1 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon fresh tarragon, chopped
1 cup mushrooms, sautĂŠed and cooled
1/2 cup sour cream
2 teaspoons salt
In a deep bowl whisk the eggs and cream until well incorporated. Next add in the seasonings, mushrooms and ham. Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Lightly grease a large baking dish and place shredded potatoes in the bottom of the dish. Next top the potatoes with the sundried tomatoes, followed by the cheese. Finally pour in the egg mixture. Carefully place in preheated oven and bake 65 minutes until the mixture is set and golden brown. Serve immediately.
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1 tablespoon lemon juice In a blender or vita prep add milk, cream, sour cream, lemon juice and sugar. Blend 25 seconds. Next add in half of the strawberries and blend 30 seconds. Pour half of mixture into large pitcher. Add remaining strawberries, tarragon and salt. Blend until smooth. Pour into pitcher and mix gently by hand. Chill in refrigerator two hours or up to one day. Serve and enjoy!
EnTERTAINING Bananas Foster French Toast
Jamie McFadden,
SERVES 6-8
executive chef, credits
1/2 cup unsalted butter, cubed
1/4 cup chopped pecans or almonds
his culinary education
2/3 cup packed brown sugar
3 large bananas, sliced
and travels throughout
1 cup heavy whipping cream
12 slices egg bread or challah (about 3/4 pound), diced
Europe and the United
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 1/2 cups milk or almond milk
States for enabling him
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
5 large eggs
to build his successful
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
3 tablespoons sugar
business in Central Florida based on a
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
fresh-approach cooking style. After graduating
Place butter in a microwave-safe bowl; microwave, covered, until melted, 30-45 seconds. Stir in brown sugar, cream, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, salt and pecans or almonds. Add bananas; toss gently to coat. Transfer to a greased 13 x 9-inch baking dish. Arrange bread over top. Place remaining ingredients in a blender; process just until blended. Pour over bread. Refrigerate, covered, for 3 hours. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Remove French toast from refrigerator while oven heats. Bake, uncovered, until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 35-40 minutes. Let stand 5-10 minutes. Serve with maple syrup.
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from Baltimore’s International Culinary College and the La Varenne Cooking School in Burgundy, France, Jamie worked abroad under Master Chef Petter Timmins at the Park Hotel in County Cavan, Ireland. His latest venture is Cuisiniers Celebrations, a special event space at the East End Market. He is the co-founder of The PEAS Foundation, which provides food-insecure households with fresh fruits and vegetables.
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Area designers share details about some of their favorite rooms.
HOM E O F F I C E This home office has been essential during the COVID lockdown for my client these last few months. He is a collector of many things — the space is masculine, but the textures and patterns aren’t hard and rough, they are more refined. It suits his eclectic taste of furniture styles and music, like mid-century modern and the Grateful Dead.
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GUE ST BE D R O OM We transformed this former storage room above a carriage house-style garage in Winter Park into a luxury “hotel quality” guest apartment. This was found real estate that now serves as a wonderful retreat for short- or long-term guests. With its own outside entrance, it now includes a sitting area with flatscreen television and writing desk/workspace, queen size bed, kitchenette, and full bath with closet. Furnished in durable fabrics, we chose a rich color palette of clay-based tones, watery blues, and teals, which is appropriate for guests of all ages.
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BAT H R O OM The client purchased a larger home, built in 1926 and remodeled over the years. The guest bath was very traditional, and the client wanted a more contemporary uncluttered lifestyle. The selection process was easy: rich, classic finishes that will stand the test of time. The completed bath offers a simple design and easy maintenance with anti-spot glass in the shower. There is also Bluetooth capability within the vent/fan allowing for personal music selection.
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K I TCHE N/FA M ILY R O OM This 1950s country French home had good bones and a classic style, but the interior was chopped up, dark and dated. The entire home was gutted and additions on both sides allowed for this completely reimagined kitchen/family room. With all new cabinets, double islands, gourmet appliances, and a custom hood, the kitchen opens up to a spacious family room with a fireplace and TV. Stained white oak floors and a neutral palette unify the spaces and a dramatic ceiling with hand-crafted stained beams adds drama — both areas have views and access to the porch, pool and backyard.
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LI VI NG/ D IN IN G R O OM One small room with big style. Breaking this open space into two zones makes for intimate lounge seating and dining that are each special in their own way. Modern lighting and lots of neutrals keep the overall style inviting and fresh.
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MA STE R BAT H R O OM We designed this beautiful space for one of our clients in Winter Park who loved spending time in their master bathroom, but also had a great love for the outdoors. The bronze and glass doors open up to a private Zen garden, creating an infinitive and seamless feel. Light blush cerused wood cabinets create a modern base for the underlit imported onyx countertops. Bathroom fittings in chrome create dramatic tension next to the French gold floor lamps that anchor and warm the space. Austere Italian ceramic tile was used throughout. Â
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F OY E R This foyer is a composition of minimalist detailing and eclectic antique furnishings from different parts of the world and time periods.
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MODERN minimalist Designer:
TROY BEASLEY, BEASLEY & HENLEY INTERIOR DESIGN Photography:
BLAINE JOHNATHAN PHOTOGRAPHY Creating an aesthetically pleasing interior for a 7,655square- foot model home priced at almost $9 million in Wellington is no small project to take on. But Winter Park-based design firm Beasley & Henley designed this one to appeal to prospective buyers with loads of effortless luxury with all the modern comforts. The design team provided all interior design, a modern minimalist approach including soothing neutral colors, custom architectural details and a beautiful medley of interesting raw and refined furnishings.
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“Both the dining and wine areas are front and center as you can see. The dining room packs a punch with the oversized chandelier from Visual Comfort and I felt the walls needed some panel details to provide a level of comfort and sophistication. The gray-tone wood flooring that I used under the table (table and chairs from Hickory Chair) was pulled up onto the ceiling and added between the beams for additional continuity and warmth. The artwork adds the necessary color balance to this room, and then the homeowners, their wine, and guests provide the rest. The wine cellar stands to be a strong focal element when you enter this residence. The design grabs onto some of the architectural elements of the home design and is rather striking in iron framework,� Troy says.
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ighlights include a steel panel floor-to-ceiling fireplace with granite hearth in the living room, which
brings a sense of grandeur to the space; a luxuriously appointed chef’s kitchen that features two-tone oak cabinets finished with light bronzed hardware, polished Calcutta marble countertops and waterfall edge; and elegant light oak flooring in the main living areas. With 6,656 square feet of indoor space and an additional 1,000 for outdoor living, the home — The Wellington — has five bedrooms and five and a half bathrooms. Designer Troy Beasley was given full reins from top to bottom and start to finish. “I had carte blanche. I designed it and presented the ideas to the developer and the concept was approved, trigger was pulled, and 18 months later, we installed it! I started the design process by thinking about both the client profile and the architectural style of the residence. It’s more of a vacation-type client who likes to entertain and spends time enjoying the outdoors,” he says. Troy describes the overall style as a modern approach with transitional elements that lend to a warmer, softer and very livable space. The furnishings feature a mix of beautiful wood tones and sumptuous fabrics with an eclectic mixture of decorative lighting to complement each room. Fresh pops of color in the art-
Above: The living room furnishings — tables and chairs by Bernhardt and Hickory Chair sofa — were deliberately kept to a low profile so the view to the outside was unobstructed. A bold steel-faced fireplace anchors the space. The striking chandelier is from Visual Comfort. Colorful art adds a pop of color to the otherwise neutral palette. Opposite, top: In the family room the chaise sectional makes a comfortable place for relaxing while the chairs and console table by Bernhardt and Arteriors Home cocktail table create a sense of coziness. The chandelier is from Arteriors and the mirror from Uttermost bringing together the brass and black finishes found elsewhere in the home. The flooring is a distressed washed wood that’s rustic in feel and easy to maintain. The clean and crisp ceiling details are designed from drywall.
work and accents punctuate the neutral color palette and bring a sense of the outdoors inside. With clean, elegant lines and unique details, the furnishings create an air of sophistication while still feeling warm
Opposite, bottom left: The pool bath features a stone-thickened green countertop and a wall of neutral backsplash tile, surrounded by a colorful wallcovering make this room very special. The lighting carries the modern element keeps the space from becoming too serious. Round mirrors tend to balance all the rectangular shapes as well. The flooring was stone mosaic that pulled the various color tones together.
and inviting. The master bedroom is all
Opposite, bottom right: The outdoor living spaces include all the luxuries that are inside the home — a full summer kitchen, dining room, living room with fully upholstered seating from Sunset West in outdoor fabrics, anchored with a rug, accented with a fireplace and TV. Off to the side are two fully upholstered chaises.
and cozy chaise perfect for enjoying the
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about luxury, featuring an over-scaled wing bed, statement nightstands and dresser, beautiful view. The outdoor living area includes comfortable poolside loungers,
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sleek sofa ideal for enjoying the outdoor fireplace, and a large dining table for entertaining in the outdoor kitchen. “There were two areas really that were new to my bag of tricks. One was this interesting approach to the foyer ceiling. I designed it with offset coffered panels and stained the entire ceiling for warmth. It turned out really cool in my opinion. The second thing was designing the kitchen with a varied duel-tone finish with two different stains. I love how this came out as well, and how it became a very defined architectural feature of the home,” he explains. There were things to love in every room. In addition to the stellar kitchen,the main living room stands out with meticulous details. “This is your first impression. It’s sophisticated and comfortable with a lounge-type atmosphere anchored by a steel-faced fireplace design and flanked by a built-in to the left. The view is critical here, so furnishings were selected to allow you to take full advantage. I kept the seating arrangement low so that upon entry into the house, your eye carries over the seating arrangement and captures the view outside. Modern lighting floats overhead and is suspended from a stepped design I incorporated into the ceiling recess. The artwork hangs behind the sofa and brings in a pop of color and introduces an air of elegance to this room,” he adds. Another favorite area for the designer is the game room. “I painted the walls blue and punched up the flooring with a striped carpet with pops of orange,” he shares. As for any particular challenges with the project, Troy says, “Budgets are always a challenge. We like to be as creative as possible and use the very best materials that we can given the market value of the home. I think we pulled it off rather well!”
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Opposite, top: The master bedroom is nice and large, yet comfortable with furnishings scaled appropriately and ceiling details designed to bring the architecture down. The bed is from Theodore Alexander and the dresser, nightstands and bench are from Bernhardt. Wood flooring is carried into the room and the woven rug is placed under the bed to anchor the furnishings and provide a soft-landing pad when you pop out of bed. Colors used throughout are mostly neutral with a dash of green introduced in the fabrics as well as the artwork. Opposite, center: For the master bath, Troy selected a marble mosaic flooring as the main central feature, not to be outdone by the floating tub that sits directly in front of the window. He warmed it up with a darker stained cabinetry but kept it clean with the lighter marble countertop. Full mirrors reflect the contemporary lighting and the glass-enclosed shower on the opposing wall. Opposite, bottom: The game room includes painted shiplap siding to maintain a casual element, a wet bar, a billiard table for gaming, a large flat screen TV with surround sound, and a great view to the pool. The cocktail table and leather chairs are from Bernhardt and the lighting is from Arteriors. Above: The kitchen is full of interesting details from the two-tone cabinetry and marble countertops to the dramatic pendant lighting from Visual Comfort and enormous island with Hickory White barstools. Right: An easy space to get some work done, the office features floating boxes on the walls designed to be playful. In the corner there’s a chaise for reading with a hair-hide run underneath and the flooring is the same wood used throughout the home.
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traditional twist CHARGED WITH CREATING A WARM
AND WELCOMING HOME FOR A COUPLE OF EMPTY NESTERS WHO ENTERTAIN THEIR GRANDCHILDREN REGULARLY, ASHLEY MARTIN HOME DESIGNED AND RENOVATED A SPACIOUS 4,547-SQUARE-FOOT, 19-ROOM HOME LOCATED ON LAKE BUTLER IN WINDERMERE.
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designer: Ashley Martin, Ashley Martin Home photography: Native House Photography
Below: With its stunning millwork, statement blues and gold accents, this living room showcases traditional design with a touch of modernity. The focal wall features a classic brick fireplace, flanked by floor-toceiling built-ins. Large French doors and windows display the stunning lake views, while neutral walls and upholstery give the space a fresh, timeless aesthetic. The combination of the patterned rug, ottoman and pillows paired with the gold drum tables add the perfect amount of visual interest to the space. Opposite: This dramatic dining room features a mixture of modern and traditional elements. The modern gold and glass light fixture balances the more traditional feel of the other elements within the space. The custom upholstered dining room chairs with stunning gold accented nailheads add drama, while the neutral wallpaper and rug harmonize the space.
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Ashley kept this space simple to showcase the stunning millwork and archways. The gold artwork and accents create subtle visual interest and provide the finishing touches to the space.
he Lake Butler home is perfectly situated in the middle
the entire home with the exception of the master bedroom.
of an old orange grove, and the traditional feel of the
“Luckily, we made no changes to the layout during the renova-
home exudes a timeless and classic feel. We reflected
tion and the project took roughly three months to complete. The
this traditional aesthetic on the inside, with a twist.
former owners of the home redesigned it so every single window
With the existing exquisite trim work, we incorporated a transi-
had a view of the lake,” she explains.
tional feel with marbles and more contemporary lines and bold
Another fortunate aspect was the owners’ willingness to let
wallpapers. We used a mix of blues while bringing in more
Ashley take the reins. “The owners were wonderful, and this
vibrant colors for a punch. One of my favorite spaces was her
was a great partnership where we worked closely together. The
grandchildren’s room. This client has a granddaughter, James,
project started with furniture layouts and selections, followed by
and a grandson, Bowen, so making a shared room without your
the selection of wallpapers, fabrics and other finishes,” she adds.
expected pinks and blues was a fun challenge. The best part of this
The use of blue accents around the house unifies the home,
job was working with this client for a second time; she moved
despite the fact that each room is unique on its own. The creams
out of her previous home, which I had decorated, and into this
and neutrals create a relaxing and inviting space that comple-
new home that they completely remodeled. The best compli-
ments but does not compete with the stunning lake views visi-
ment is getting to work with a client for a second time,” Ashley
ble from nearly every room of the home. The brass accents and
Martin says.
the use of fun patterns and textures in wallpaper and upholstery
It was a fairly comprehensive project that included a kitchen and master bath renovation as well as designing and furnishing
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add interest and help the eye of the viewer move around the space.
This inviting kitchen features timeless white cabinetry, classic marble subway tile, and delicate gold light fixtures. The navy island and custom counter stools create the perfect gathering place. Gold hardware and wood floors add warmth to the space, while pops of blue and white keep it fresh and cohesive with the rest of the home.Â
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For this playroom Ashley wanted to create a space that was both youthful and stylish. The vibrant pom pom “play” sign and colorful pillows coupled with the neutral floor, warm leather sofa and heavily textured rug, create the perfect kid-friendly playroom that will stand the test of time.
“Each room is well-appointed and honest to our clients’ needs and taste, making the interior personal yet balanced. The owners’ last home was Mediterranean with darker tones. Their new home is more traditional, and nothing says traditional than blue and white colors. Everything was new on the first floor of the home, and on the second floor we redesigned the grandkids bedroom and playroom. The guest bedroom furniture was my design from their former residence and blended beautifully into the design of the new home,” Ashley says. It was a smooth process from start to finish that had a happy ending for everyone.
For this kids room, it was important to create a design that was gender neutral and age-appropriate, yet still able to grow and mature with the kids. The playful bedding and colorful rug give the space appropriate youthfulness while the white and gold accents provide a timeless design foundation that can be adapted with growth. The use of the children’s initials as part of the wall décor added the perfect touch of personalization to the room. 56
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This powder bath showcases Clark & Clark’s bold color transitional wallpaper, subtly accompanied by a navy blue vanity and delicate gold fixtures. The striking wallpaper gives a relatively small space, grand visual impact.
This guest room features a mixture of textures, patterns and colors that combine to create a truly unique space. The use of burnt oranges, deep blues and pops of gold give the space a rich, opulent atmosphere that is further enhanced by the striking and eccentric wall art.Â
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Transformed BUILDER: PHIL
KEAN, PHIL KEAN DESIGN GROUP ARCHITECT & INTERIOR DESIGNER: PHIL KEAN DESIGN GROUP PHOTOGRAPHY: UNEEK IMAGE
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A local homeowner loved her mid-century modern home on a spacious property, but it needed updating. Award-winning builder and architect Phil Kean was called in to make it happen, but he found much more than a remodel was needed to bring it back to life. In the main living and dining areas the floors were updated with 24" x 48" porcelain tiles from Emil America by Ergon in mineral grey. Accents include the updated stone feature wall complemented by the sleek fireplace surround in White Thasos marble. The gold six-light Bensley chandelier is from Allmodern. The striking front door is painted in Benjamin Moore Eccentric Lime (2017-30) and is illuminated with Galaxy sconces from Rejuvenation. The walls are clad in cypress from Synergy Wood in Colonial finish. The stone (interior and exterior) is from Environmental Stoneworks.
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he expansive project included the main home — about 3,700 square feet under air and 4,800 under roof — with three bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms, plus a pool bath. In addition, there was a guest home over a garage bay turned into a home gym, with two bedrooms and a small living and kitchen
area. Entertaining and hosting family was a significant driving factor of the updated design and the smooth transition from indoors to out was carefully planned to maximize views, including the lakefront. “Upon starting the project, we found that all structures on the property were not engineered properly and that the detached guest home was not even permitted. We had to tear down the main home and the detached garage and build new. Since the client loved the original home, we kept the style, raised the ceilings, gave it a new interior layout, slightly expanded the footprint and created a courtyard off a guest room,” Phil says. The guest home was re-engineered and structurally reinforced on the exterior, leaving the interior intact. In order to keep the detached garage as a separate structure, as the building code only allowed two structures on the property, the main home and guest home had to become one structure.
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The dramatic master bedroom makeover includes wide plank walnut flooring, a custom floating six-drawer console in walnut and matte white finishes and three walnut niches in the corner. The Foscarini Chouchin pendants add dimension with an elegant touch.
Extensive updates were made in the kitchen and bar area including custom cabinetry from Phil Kean Kitchens, combing in rich wood with a striking blue tone. Pendants finished in Buckeye Bronze are from Somerset and the countertops are Caesarstone quartz in organic white. The 24" wine columns offer plenty of storage.
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This was accomplished by connecting the two structures with a glass room that houses the pool bath, and outdoor TV area A former music room was turned into a welcoming guest bedroom with resort-style patio. Windows were reconfigured to let in plenty of light. The master bath features custom cabinetry by Phil Kean Kitchens with custom vanity mirrors. Jayden pendants are from Tech Lighting and hexagonal accent tiles are Rewind in Peltro matte. Added luxury comes with the Wyndham Collection Juno 63" soaking tub.
and opens via sliding glass doors on both sides. Guests can access the pool area from the courtyard through the glass room which is also connected to the new exercise room under the guest home. “So, the final project consisted of reimagining the design of the main home, new construction of the main home, attaching it to the existing guest home and rebuilding the detached garage. When rebuilding the detached garage, again the homeowner liked the mid-century design of the original garage, so we imitated it and made the new garage taller and a little bigger. A significant amount of hardscape design and outdoor living areas connect all the structures together. Including due diligence, getting through the permitting issues and the design/build process, the project took about two years,” Phil explains. Phil Kean Design Group worked closely with the client throughout the process making sure to incorporate multiple spaces for entertaining and others for privacy. “The home was designed to be able to host family with a lot of outdoor living area for entertaining that takes advantage of the
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lakefront property. Privacy for the homeowner was also import, so we created a large, secluded owners suite located on the second floor that includes a laundry room, bedroom, bathroom, closets, as well as an office that overlooks the lake. Access to the second floor is through a hidden passage concealed in a wall of panels. This concept really privatized the space for the owner,” he adds. The design team took their cues from the original home and kept with the midcentury modern style. The wood materials, bright front door, light fixtures and color combinations throughout the interior were inspired by the true aesthetic from the ’50s and ’60s. The transformation is stunning and a testament to well-thought-out design. Everyone was pleased with the results of the intensive makeover that incorporated all of the homeowners’ wishes. “The hidden owners’ suite was an interesting concept to explore. We had a lot of fun with looking at the master bath a little differently, with suspended mirrors in front of the windows and some of those mid-century details like the hairpin legs on the vanity,” Phil shares.
The spacious outdoor area makes entertaining a breeze with sitting, lounging and dining areas just steps from the pool. The Synergy Wood tongue-and-groove ceiling brings more of the natural materials outside. The same 24" x 48" porcelain tiles continue onto the lanai for a seamless flow from indoors to out.
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