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A young couple was looking to bring this mid-century home on Lake Fairview in College Park into the present while still honoring the original era. After interviewing several designers, the homeowners tasked Audrey Morrone, Morrone Interiors, to transform the dated downstairs into functional and sexy spaces.
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A talented design duo came together seamlessly for a project after each had previously done separate work for the clients. In designing a new home that would not feel like just another condo, Krista Agapito, S&W Kitchens, and Abigail (Abby) Rizor, Wolfe-Rizor Interiors, tackled the three-bedroom, three-and-a-half bath condo located in the Renaissance at Lake Ivanhoe together.
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As a local Realtor, Erin Freeman knew her home was in a wonderful Winter Park location and moving, especially with current low inventories, was not an option. Yet the existing house just did not fit her active family. Luckily, she was already well-acquainted with designer Ted Maines. He and builder Greg Hardwick created a casual, sophisticated update.
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With all the fall holidays on the horizon, it’s the season to take stock of your décor and entertaining accessories. Looking to update your upholstery? Dress up your windows? Embellish your pillows? The array of fabrics and trims is unending at Interiors Trading.
14 IN THE STUDIO Influenced by architect Addison Cairns Mizner’s Mediterranean style, Brenda Lusher produces hand-painted clay tiles that reflect and pay homage to the popular style so prominent in South Florida. 18 EYE ON ARTS Art Space 2021: Visual Tension celebrates an approachable art forum for the new and seasoned collector showcasing a variety of artists. 20 DESIGNING MINDS Mary Margaret Vasquez, Casa V Interiors, worked with clients to update some spaces in their Winter Park home that had been added onto several times throughout the years.
26 TRENDS Karen LeBlanc reports on the latest looks from top home décor trade shows, the 2021 High Point Spring Market and the 2021 Coverings Show. 30 ENTERTAINING Chef Jamie McFadden’s deliciously palatable and perfectly packable recipes are tasty, and easily transportable to celebrate the season from beachside picnics to team tailgates. 36 AGENDA Events are back with safety measures in place and here are some of the recent happenings around town. 39 ROOM BY ROOM Five designers showcase their work and discuss the details and inspirations behind these stunning spaces. 64 LAST LOOK The Winter Park Paint Out, presented by Albin Polasek Museum & Sculpture Gardens, returns this October showcasing 24 professionally-acclaimed plein air artists.
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refresh the nest With all the fall holidays on the horizon, it’s the season to take stock of your décor and entertaining accessories. Even small enhancements like embellished napkins, cocktail coasters, punchy pillows, sensual scents and elegant stemware can update your space beautifully even if you’re only hosting a few of your nearest and dearest. Break the online shopping cycle by visiting a local boutique such as Lafayette & Rushford in Baldwin Park. lafayette-rushford.com
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Looking to update your upholstery? Dress up your windows? Embellish your pillows? The array of fabrics and trims is unending and can be overwhelming. We asked the team at Interiors Trading, a to-the-trade resource, to curate sample palettes showcasing the possibilities. interiorstrading.com
BOLD & GOLD FABRICS: Zoffany linen blend; Stark Fabric Kasai geometric; Fabricut Poodle Cloth; Lazar Furniture Inga in navy; S. Harris Fivestory Italian cut velvet. TRIMS: Strohem Echoplex beaded border; Texture Bathurst embroidered tape.
TRIBAL VIBE FABRICS: Kravet Pierre tweed in autumn; Fabricut Gesso embroidered cotton; Groundworks Kelly Wearstler Avant in green/black; S. Harris Moko linen print. TRIMS: Lee Jofa Merkato in gray/camel; S. Harris Franja fringe in saffron; Schumacher Mary McDonald Collection Tonga Tape with wood beads; Texture Madeline Collection embroidered tape in gold; Lee Jofa Merkato in beige/ebony.
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TrADE sECrETS FABRICS: James Hare Cascade in cocktail; Victor Thomas Michael in gold; Studio J Collection Apache embroidered poly linen blend; Victor Thomas Parkes in antique. TRIM: S. Harris Drum Circle embroidered linen blend tape.
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BAL O L G O G FABRICS: Schumacher Miles Redd V Step in loden; Schumacher Tutsi in green; James Hare Cascade in jester; Schumacher Bixi Velvet in sapphire. TRIM: Schumacher Caravanne embroidered tape.
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TOUCH of TRIM Schumacher Bohemia Maracana pom-pom border; Samuel & Sons Llama linen border; Texture Kongal peacock inspired embroidered tape; Texture Otter multi-colored tape; Stroeheim Khouri cotton and linen tape; S. Harris Patu beaded and embroidered border; Texture Pretoria elephant motif border.
GLITZ & GLAM FABRICS: Kravet Couture Metal Facets in moonstruck; Kravet Couture Metal Tile in white gold; Texture Newcastle in blush; Fabricut Full Fur acrylic/polyester; Kravet Couture Royal Affair in white gold; Kravet Couture Gilded Plaza in platinum; Kravet Couture The High Life in champagne with sequins; Kravet Couture Crystal Sheer in blanc. TRIM: Schumacher 125th Anniversary Collection Simpson Diamond.
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BRENDA LUSHER IS KEEPING THE ART ALIVE Influenced by architect Addison Cairns Mizner’s Mediterranean Revival and Spanish Colonial Revival homes and resorts, Brenda Lusher produces hand-painted clay tiles that reflect and pay homage to the popular style so prominent in South Florida. She recently relocated her workspace to Winter Park where she keeps alive the timeless designs while also creating new motifs in a variety of color palettes. Although most of her work is on 6" x 6" ceramics, she also does custom pieces including larger scale murals and has also been called on for restoration projects including a fountain at Stetson University Law School in Sarasota.
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uthenticity is critical for his-
they produced solid color tile. “But because
have worked with some developers
toric buildings. “I’ve done a lot
of the nature of it, each batch would be a
though. I did Accqualina [resort and resi-
of the clubs in Palm Beach and
little different. I ended up throwing a lot
dences] in Sunny Isles. I have done pools,
many houses that are land-
away because it was slightly off. So now I
public spaces and fountains, but mostly
marks so the exterior work is important.
make tiles to order, and people are willing
it’s residential work. Most of my clients
To the extent I do this, I am probably the
to wait,” she adds. Residential orders
are well-traveled and very easy to get
only person in the United States doing it
make up the bulk of her business and
along with,” she explains.
right now,” she says of the art.
many of her clients are repeat customers.
As traditional factories shut down in
When Brenda started, she, along with a
Most are individual homeowners who see
Europe, particularly Italy, Brenda is see-
business partner, owned a factory where
the value in something handcrafted. “I
ing increased demand for her tile. And she continues to modernize specific styles with new colors. “I have even done eggplant. What I tell people is styles have changed — we used to see a lot of stone for backsplashes, and then there was glass, and then metallics. When you use our tiles, they are already timeless — in some cases hundreds of years old. They are classic,” she says. Her path into tile artistry was a little less classic. “I originally went to school for architecture. I graduated with a degree in PR and journalism. Then I went into real estate for a while. That’s when I met a gentleman who owned a tile factory in Mexico, and I bought into his business not knowing a thing about it. I would go back and forth every six weeks,” she adds.
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iN THE sTUDIO It turned out to be disastrous because as soon as she left the workers would do what they wanted to, and the tiles were not right. She decided she could do it on her own and started traveling to Europe. After coming back from her first trip, she knew she was on the right path and began her training in several countries including Italy, Spain, Portugal, Holland, and more recently, Morocco. It’s an ongoing process and even her friends have helped by bringing her tile samples from their travels. Brenda has also collected pieces from around the world and uses them for inspiration. For her original designs, Brenda continues to study the older patterns, but she
adds stain around the edges. On a current
projects quite yet, but that will surely
finds that today’s clients often want the
project — 5' x 6' — she was tasked with
change as word gets out.
end results to be a little more perfect. For
taking many different subjects and com-
those who prefer a more antique looking
bining them into a large mural that
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VISUAL TENSION:
A CELEBRATION of ARTISTS Featuring a select group of local talents, designer Jose J. Cabrera conceived Visual Tension: Artspace 2021 to introduce them to new audiences. With works from Russell Bellamy, Krista Berman, Ben Van Beusekom, BOY KONG, DECOY, Brian Heeter, Michael Knapp, Charles Marklin and Beau Wild, the exhibit will open at Mills Gallery with a reception on November 5 and will run through November 20.
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hen I design interiors, art is very important to me. Many of my clients are collectors in their own right
or they are actually starting a collection in a new home and purchasing their first piece of art. But a lot of people are a little intimidated by art because they don’t know how to respond to it — do they love it, do they hate it, why is it so expensive? I have always helped my clients through the process even after a project is completed,” Jose says. He keeps them apprised of new
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“The main reason I am doing this event is as a thank you to local artists because we have so many here. In this show, seven are from Central Florida, one is from Tampa and one is from New Smyrna.
helping other artists. And here at the gal-
They are all very special in their own
lery we are trying to bring in more Cen-
right, and after the year we have had, I
tral Florida artists. So many are coming
thought people would be ready to go out
into our area, we want to stay on top of
and see something different. Especially
what’s going on. I had already been trying
since they are taking a more critical look
to get some of these artists in. And the
at their homes and might not like what
ones I didn’t know I researched and was
they see on the walls,” he explains.
impressed with the talent,” says Kristy Lee
In addition to the exhibit, Jose and the
Green, Mills Gallery artist-in-residence
gallery team plan to assist patrons with
and education specialist. The gallery typi-
commissioned pieces and any needed
cally only features two artists at a time.
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finds and emerging artists.
Both the opening night reception with DJ Ken Sherry and the exhibit are open to the public. millsgalleryorlando.com
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Serene Spaces that Flow
MARY MARGARET VASQUEZ, CASA V INTERIORS, WORKED WITH CLIENTS WHO ARE ALSO FRIENDS TO UPDATE SOME SPACES IN THEIR WINTER PARK HOME THAT HAD BEEN ADDED ONTO SEVERAL TIMES THROUGHOUT THE YEARS BY PREVIOUS OWNERS.
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t was a hodge podge of rooms and materials — salvaged materials that didn’t flow very well. So, we’re just trying to work through
it,” Mary Margaret explains. Her first task was transforming an awkward, unused pass-through hallway into a lounge space where now the family and guests gravitate for evening cocktails or to curl up with a book on the banquette. One wall showcases salvaged church stained-glass windows, while the other features two large windows and French doors that overlook and open to the pool. The room is bathed in natural light and Mary Margaret created a serene feel by painting the room floor-to-ceiling in a Farrow & Ball color called Arsenic. “It’s a color I’ve always been dying to use but never really had the right spot. But that space needed something to give
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designingMINDS it some zip,” she says. “It’s a color that the lady of the house loves so it’s seen throughout the house in various shades and ways — tile, fabric, decorative accents.” The green color cascades the downstairs powder bath, where Mary Margaret was challenged with making it functional for the family but also fun and exciting for guests. Various shades of green, blue and brown are seen in the Moroccan tile covering the floors and shower. “We used a herringbone pattern as the couple loved that layout, and we chose square tiles floor-to-ceiling in the shower, so it’s just a sea of that sea color,” Mary Margaret adds. The bathroom is tiny with no window, so Mary Margaret had to get creative with a lively color palette to create interest within the walls and the illusion of a larger space. She covered the walls in a bright yellow and blue wallpaper. “We wanted it
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to be as seamless as possible, so we painted
transitional style house. The homeowners
over the outlet covers to match the wallpa-
are traditional, but they want to be fresh
per and covered the cabinet with the wall-
as well. That’s why we mixed in the beams
paper,” she says.
and lighting fixtures but went with some-
In the kitchen, more of the Moroccan tile — which is a signature of Mary Mar-
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what traditional cabinetry with more contemporary hardware,” she explains.
garet’s design — is seen on the backsplash.
Finally, one of the adult children’s bed-
“The kitchen before was an odd shape and
rooms was updated with interesting tex-
it didn’t function very well. We enlarged
tures and fabrics to create a space that
the island and made it more useful. It’s a
welcomes future guests.
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LATEST LOOKS FROM TOP HOME DECOR TRADE SHOWS by Karen LeBlanc
FROM DECOR DRENCHED IN NOSTALGIA TO STYLISH SANITARY SURFACES, 2021 REWRITES THE DESIGN RULES.
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rade shows are starting up again with in-person attendance, offering fresh perspectives to a stale and stagnant design scene since
COVID hit. The 2021 High Point Spring Market and the 2021 Coverings Show took the pulse point of our current times and interpreted it stylistically. Both shows come at an opportunistic time as many of our spaces are begging for a makeover. All that time spent at home under quarantine highlighted the shortcomings of our homes as we tried to live, work, teach
Classic examples of Memphis Group pieces inspired the 80s home decor trend.
children, and entertain ourselves. Many of of minimalism with over-the-top, whimsi-
us are tired of looking at the same four
ALL THINGS ’80s
walls, literally and metaphorically, and it’s
In uncertain times, we find comfort in the
time to outfit our rooms with new furni-
familiar, which is why nostalgia influences
This style celebrates ’80s-era icons and
ture and accessories to maximize the use of
home decor. Retro, throwback and nods to
influences and combines design elements
space and create comfort and joy. To help,
the past form the foundation of the latest
in haphazard arrangements with curved
here are the top takeaways from these two
looks in living spaces, especially a fond-
forms and clashing colors. Envision rooms
trendsetting shows in home decor.
ness for the 1980s. Highpoint Market
clad in terrazzo and plastic laminates
High Point Furniture Market held its
named this affinity for all things ’80s,
accented with neon lights, acrylic, sequins,
2021 Spring event, opening to the public for
Mixtape, based on the handmade playlist
mesh, brushed brass, and matte black con-
the first time since the pandemic’s start.
that required hard work to create because
trasted with white for drama, and a dash
The furniture market teased out three
it took hours of listening to the radio for
of mauve pink.
overarching trends shaping our spaces
that specific song to play to press record
now and into the foreseeable future. “This
on the boom box… For those of us who
season’s themes — Melange, Resilience &
made mixtapes in uncertain times, remem-
Resolve, and Mixtape — combine seam-
ber how you decorated the label with doo-
lessly to showcase top-performing colors,
dles, and handwrote liner notes making
patterns, styles, and forms with inspiration
dedications and proclamations?
that spans multiple decades of design,
“Mixtape celebrates individualism and
including 1980s-era influences that convey
creativity, drawing influence from the
a vintage urban vibe,” explains Julie Smith
MTV generation, the gritty punk scene,
Vincenti, of Nine Muses Media, who host-
and rap. It pays homage to Memphis
ed a webinar on the trends.
Group, designers who challenged the idea
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cal designs,” Julie says.
Examples of Art Deco influences on the 80s home decor trend.
Far left: Examples of the Rainbow Trend forecasted for 2021 in home decor; center: The Melange Trend in home decor. Pieces from a mix of different style periods; below: Rainbow palettes predicted for 2022 in home decor. All images on pages 26 and 27 are courtesy of Julie Smith Vincenti, Nine Muses Media.
MELANGE:
RESILIENCE & RESOLVE:
Melange is another trending look that
The color purple dominates this style
implies a mix of styles and inspirations to
trend Hight Point Market calls Resilience
create curated living spaces that express
& Resolve, showing its various personali-
personality and life experiences. It draws
ties as a neutral. “This trending look takes
from design movements including Bru-
a pulse point of the time we are in. Purple
and gray, pairings popularized as Pan-
talism, Abstract Expressionism, Scandi-
took on significance during the Presiden-
tone’s 2021 Colors of the Year.
navia and Japandy. This unpredictable
tial inauguration with the idea that pur-
In the year ahead, trend forecasters see
mix of colors and patterns plays with
ple implies compromise and other mean-
a brightening of living spaces with rain-
sketched lines, crosshatch designs, stip-
ings such as spirituality, introspection,
bow palettes and retro rainbow inspira-
pled dots, speckles, and dashes, bas relief
awakening and harmony,” Julie explains.
tions in bright color groupings. I’m calling
surfaces, and rounded forms.
Purple is a color complement to yellow
this the Rainbow Brite trend.
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n surface style, sustainability and sanitary were the two big buzzwords coming from the 2021 Coverings Show.
Equipe, Tribeca tile in Seaglass Mint
“The impact of our material and design
choices have a long-term, downstream impact, and there is a growing awareness of this,” says Ryan Fasan, technical consultant with Tile of Spain. “We need continuity in a visual and tactical design language with durable materials that contribute to sustainability, ease of ownership, and aftercare.” Tile of Spain, representing 120 ceramic manufacturers, pegged several
Gayafores, Lama Haya
micro-trends in 2021 that will shape architectural and interior design.
WARM TONES Earth tones are top color palettes for the home as we reconnect with nature and choose
Keraben Grupo, Lifeker Microban
toned-down designs over previous popular colorful finishes. “Comfortable warm tones in natural tones of leather, wood, clay, and warm, rich tones that are relatable and comfortable are so important in 2021 design language. Everything harkens to natural materials and experiences. We are looking to our spaces as cradles that protect us,” Ryan notes. In tile, a shift from stone looks to wood grain textures and colors aims to infuse warmer tones in a living space.
SANITARY SURFACES
AMB D’Autore, Donna Bianco
The pandemic has homeowners rethinking how to keep spaces safe and sanitized. Non-porous materials, including ceramic, cement and metal, lock out germs and bacteria. Expect to see a rise in demand for ceramic tiles infused with antibacterial properties that lend themselves to
HYPER-REALISTIC TEXTURES
chemical-free cleaning and halt the
Tiles with hyper-realistic textures provide depth and visual interest with subtle shading
spread of germs. Nano particulates inte-
and coloring. New ink technology prints onto the tile to mimic the look and feel of many
grated into ceramic tile stop the growth of
natural materials. “The surfaces are multi-sensory and realistic, made possible with carv-
bacteria and have the potential to be anti-
ing inks that sink through the surface of the glaze to create micro-textures that mimic
viral. Several manufacturers are research-
stone and wood or look eroded, weathered or vintage,” Ryan explains. Mid-piece effects
ing and developing ceramic surfaces with
and transitions in structure and finish, such as the look of sap in a wood grain tile, and
anti-viral properties.
layered glazes and inks work to create an organic look.
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BASIC GEOMETRY: The latest tile styles showcase simple geometries, such as triangles, chevrons and hexagons drawing from a mashup of modernist styles. Simple geometric designs combine with glossy and matte finish
Realanda, Venato tile flooring in Deco Grey
compositions for a subtle layer of interest.
SMALL TILE REVIVAL: Expect to see a revival of smaller-scale ceramic tiles in sizes 8" by 8" or 10" by 10" as a counterpoint to the popular largescale tile in previous years. The rise of smaller formats, especially for exteriors, helps satisfy safety and aesthetics because the smaller grout lines create traction and improve slip resistance. Today’s design sensibilities reflect new priorities in the home — a value on flexible spaces that nurture our health and well-being on par with style trends that comfort, soothe and connect us with nature.
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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he calendar conveys autumn is knocking at our door; however the Orlando weather forecast is far from cool. Central
Florida fall temperatures, often summerlike, are perfectly inviting for an afternoon at the beach or perhaps a tailgate celebration as we cheer on our favorite sports teams. Whichever you fancy, I thought you may enjoy some tasty, easily packable and transportable recipes to celebrate the season. Cheers to the end of summer and a comfortably delicious fall!
Entertain deliciously!
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Palatable & PERFECTLY Packable by
Chef Jamie McFadden
Spicy Queso SERVES 6-8 2 cups mayonnaise 3/4 cup roasted peppers 1/2 can chipotle in adobe 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon black pepper 1 tablespoon lime juice 1 cup sour cream 1 cup scallions, chopped 1 cup shredded cheddar Place all ingredients except cheddar cheese in a food processor. Blend until smooth. Then add in cheese. Blend and refrigerate up to one week. Serve with tortilla chips, crackers or steamed, chilled cauliflower.
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Smoked Fish Dip SERVES 6-8 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1/2 cup whipped cream cheese 2 tablespoons lime juice 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon horseradish 2 teaspoons hot sauce 2 teaspoons old bay seasoning 1 tablespoon minced chives 1 tablespoon flat parsley, chopped 2 teaspoons black pepper 10-12 oz smoked trout In a medium mixing bowl combine all ingredients except for the trout and blend. Gently fold in trout pieces being careful to not over blend. Place in refrigerator up to 3 days. Serve cold with flatbread crackers. 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. 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. FALL 2021
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EnTERTAINING Heirloom Tomato & Caramelized Cipollini Tart For the cipollini: 1 1/2 pounds cipollini onions, peeled and quartered 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablspoons balsamic vinegar 1/4 cup chopped rosemary 1 tablespoon finely minced sage leaves 1 teaspoon kosher salt For the filling: 1/2 cup ricotta cheese, drained if wet 2 large egg yolks 1 tablespoon parmesan cheese 1/4 cup heavy cream 1 cup bleu cheese Pinch of kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper For the tomatoes: 1 quart fresh, tri-colored heirloom tomatoes, halved
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PREP THE CIPOLLINI: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. In a small bowl, toss together the onions, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, rosemary, sage, thyme, salt and pepper. Spread the mixture in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast until the onions are softened and begin to color but still hold their shape, about 20 minutes. Place the baking sheet on a wire rack to cool. Lower the oven temperature to 325 degrees. Make your favorite savory tart dough recipe or as I prefer, a cheddar short dough crust recipe. Either can be pressed into a fluted 10-inch tart shell and frozen a minimum of 2 hours or up to 2 weeks before use. MAKE THE FILLING: Whisk the ricotta, egg yolks and parmesan in a small bowl until smooth. Stir in the heavy cream and bleu cheese and season with salt and pepper. Mix in the cooled roasted cipollini onions and fill your prepared tart crust. Top with halved tri-color cherry tomatoes Place tart in oven and bake for 30-45 minutes, rotating it 180° after 15 minutes. Cool on a rack for a few minutes before slicing and serving. It can be refrigerated up to 4 days.
EnTERTAINING Spanish Tortilla SERVES 8 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for skillet if needed 1 1/4 pounds Yukon gold potatoes (about 3 large), peeled and cut into 3/4-inch cubes 1/4 medium onion, diced (1/4 cup) 2 teaspoons each sea salt and ground pepper 2 teaspoons cumin 1 tablespoon Italian flat parsley, chopped 6 oz dried chorizo, cut into 1/4-inch dice 1 cup roasted peppers, diced 8 large eggs, beaten Heat oil in a heavy 8-inch skillet over medium-low heat. Add potatoes and onion, and season with salt. Cover and cook, stirring often, until potatoes are tender, about 10-14 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer potatoes and onion to a bowl. Add chorizo to skillet and cook, stirring occasionally for 3 minutes. Transfer chorizo and pan drippings to potato-onion mixture. Keep skillet on stove but turn heat off. Separately in a medium bowl, add eggs to potato-onion mixture, and then add roasted peppers and season with cumin, salt and pepper. Lightly coat skillet with more oil if needed and heat over medium heat. Pour in egg mixture; stir to combine and press to flatten. Cook, running a flexible spatula around the edges occasionally, until edges are set and center is slightly runny, 6 to 8 minutes. Place a plate, upside down, over skillet, and invert tortilla onto plate. Slide tortilla, cooked side up, back into skillet. Cook over low heat until completely set in the center, 3 to 6 minutes. Transfer to a serving plate and let cool slightly before cutting into wedges. Refrigerate up to 3 days.
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ROOM by ROOM
Area designers share details about some of their favorite rooms.
K ITC H E N This kitchen renovation in Baldwin Park required us to keep the perimeter cabinetry and existing floors. We modified the cabinetry by removing an arched valance; painting the cabinets; and adding a full marble backsplash and new hardware. We designed a new island with an accent paint color that has room for four to eat comfortably or be used as a home workspace. Additionally, we added new pendant lighting, custom upholstery and window treatments. The objective was to “update” a traditional Mediterranean home with more current finishes while not losing the flavor of the architecture.
ERIC HORNER, ERIC HORNER INTERIORS
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MAI N BAT H R O OM This bath started out as a formal traditional bath. Today, the space is divided into two areas — both with wall hung cabinets. They have three separate deep drawers lit by LED sources. Because they are drawers and not doors, one can easily see all that is inside the cabinet. The mirrors each have LED sconce lighting separating them. Porcelain tile covers the main area with an accent strip made of a slightly textured stone. The large soaking tub anchors the space — easy, simple and not cluttered.
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L I V IN G R O OM Art is sometimes the key to waking up a neutral palette. Here we used our client’s energetic painting to awaken the natural beauty of the custom walnut cabinetry and to balance the colorful area rug. Mid-century furniture is also right at home in this 1950s updated living room.
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G R E AT R O OM Formality gives way to a more casual attitude in this warm, dramatic contemporary home. A nod to mid-century modern styling includes bursts of color, contrasting textures and rich, dark finishes to define this open floor planned space. Subtle recessed channel LED lighting provides general illumination without visually impeding the space.
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DI N I N G R O OM We collaborated with Carmen Dominguez for the remodel of her home. Carmen wanted to go more modern and cleaner, so this is what we came up with. She has a very extensive art collection so those are her show pieces in the new design. We went for a little glamour with the crystal lighting fixture. The wall color is a soft blue-gray, and the dining table and chairs are from Bernhardt. She really wanted the dining chairs to be modern and elegant, so we did them in a silky, blue fabric. The floating buffet and China cabinets were custom made by Lakeshore Specialties Custom Cabinets.
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REJEUVENATED
RETREAT
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As a local Realtor, Erin Freeman
DESIGNER: TED MAINES,
TED MAINES INTERIORS
knew her home was in a wonderful
BUILDER: GREG HARDWICK,
Winter Park location and moving,
HARDWICK GENERAL CONTRACTING
especially with current low
PHOTOGRAPHY: UNEEK
inventories, was not an option. Yet the existing house just did not fit her active family — husband, Steve, and three sons. Luckily, she was already well-acquainted with designer Ted Maines. Although her style is on the traditional side, and he is known for his more contemporary aesthetic, they came together to combine their “In the family room there was a heavy built-in with a late ’90s look to it. We’re not big TV people so the navy wall was a good way to camouflage it,” Erin says. The vaulted tongue-andgroove ceiling was existing, but the beam was added. As for Ted’s recognizable touch? It’s the USM console under the TV.
styles and the result is both casual and sophisticated.
Right: The foyer features new flooring and front doors.
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The dark blue dining room with detailed walls was formerly the formal living room. To the right is a fireplace and on the left wall is a large smoked mirror. The custom artwork was not yet installed at the time of photography.
“E
rin and Steve are friends of ours and they reached out to me when they were deciding if they should
Working from home got much more pleasant with the lighter and brighter office.
move or remodel. The simple
truth was that although their home could use some updating, it had great bones, and it was on a beautiful, oversized lot in one of the most desirable areas of Winter Park. They are both savvy businesspeople, and they recognized that it made sense to renovate. I was thrilled to be a part of the process because they are amazing people and the house had enormous potential,” Ted explains. The project focused mainly on the public spaces and the outdoor areas as the
home office, dining room, living room,
has a Hamptons/Nantucket vibe, with a
Freemans had recently renovated the pri-
bar, powder room, kitchen, breakfast
bit of city mixed in. It reminds me of the
mary bedroom suite, and the children’s
room and family room. And the entire
really beautiful homes in the films Nancy
rooms and guest house weren’t in bad
outside, including the complete exterior
Meyers used to make. It’s a house that you
shape. “Actually, none of the house was in
of the home. So, it was a hybrid, but a
want to move into with just your personal
bad shape — most people, including myself,
major renovation,” he continues.
belongings,” Ted says.
never really thought that this house was in
The overall feel of the new space is
“We bought this house in 2012 after we
dire need of a renovation. But, they wanted
comfortably elegant with a hint or two of
had looked all over Winter Park. But this
it to be more functional, with better use of
modern farmhouse and a definite nod to
one had a big lot and a great location. You
the spaces for their active family. We ended
the colors of Nantucket, where the Free-
just can’t find something like this in Winter
up doing a gut renovation on the foyer,
mans have owned a home for 13 years. “It
Park without spending a fortune. So, we
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The breakfast area features blue prominently in a coastal style. “My contribution was turning the pantry into a breakfast bar so the kids can make a mess in there and I can just close the doors.” Erin explains.
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decided to just update here. I met Ted when we first moved here and thought his design aesthetic was a little too modern for my taste — I think a lot of people think that. But he was able to do a modern interpretation of the traditional look. I love it,” Erin adds. Both of them agree that the kitchen is the star of the home now. As an avid cook and entertainer, Erin knew she wanted a beautifully functional area that would serve family and friends. “She wanted a big kitchen with lots of workspace and storage and now she has my dream kitchen, and every time I see it, I get jealous. It has incredible storage, workspaces, and an oversized galley sink that is every chef’s “In the kitchen we previously had a 10-foot island and now this one is almost 20 feet. It’s great because everyone hangs out here. We didn’t do any upper cabinets, which was weird at first. But I ended up with plenty of storage space,” Erin says. “The kitchen rocks! No matter how big or small your house is, the kitchen is the heart of the home,” Ted adds
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dream. We turned the pantry into a functional mini-kitchen, where the kids can prepare their breakfast, Erin can make coffee, and Steve can make tea — he is British after all,” Ted says. Everyone is pleased with the outcome although there were a few challenges including the pandemic. “Once we got started, things got crazy, and we didn’t know what would happen. The team at Hardwick General Contracting never skipped a beat. I can’t say enough good things about them. Both Erin and Steve were completely understanding, never lost their cool, and showed concern for everyone involved in the project. I’ve always valued Erin and Steve as friends, but I have so much respect for the way they handled the adverse conditions we all worked through,” Ted explains. “All of the agreed upon deadlines were met. The budget went over, but that was due to our choices. We loved working with both Ted and Greg, and are making plans for part two which will encompass the upstairs,” Erin adds. Clockwise, from top left: The built-in bar located between the kitchen and lounge is very functional for adult gatherings. The exterior got as much attention as the interior with new windows and doors. In the back there is plenty of space for poolside entertaining. For the updated powder bath, walls received a Ted-signature application of wallpaper.
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A YOUNG COUPLE WAS LOOKING TO BRING THIS MID-CENTURY HOME ON LAKE FAIRVIEW IN COLLEGE PARK INTO THE PRESENT WHILE STILL HONORING THE ORIGINAL ERA. AFTER INTERVIEWING SEVERAL DESIGNERS, THE HOMEOWNERS TASKED MORRONE INTERIORS TO TRANSFORM THE DATED DOWNSTAIRS INTO FUNCTIONAL AND SEXY SPACES.
INTERIOR DESIGN:
AUDREY MORRONE, MORRONE INTERIORS
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In the family room, the furnishings are from Bernhardt, Nuevo and Moe’s. Two rugs with geometrical patterns define the different seating areas. In addition, Audrey brought in new and vintage accessories. Audrey updated the existing built-in dry bar with an antique gold finish on the cabinetry and new tile backsplash. She sourced all the furnishings through her store, Bespoke Furniture, including the velvet Marlow chairs below which have a mid-century feel.
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think they went with us because I was most excited about the bones of the house,” says Audrey Morrone, Morrone Interiors. “We wanted to
go bold — a throwback but modern day.” Mid-century and moody define the multi-purpose family room with two distinct seating areas and a built-in dry bar. Audrey worked with the existing stone wall and brought in furnishings and accessories that complement it. She updated the existing bar with a gold antique effect and tile backsplash. “Originally, the homeowners were not in love with the stone wall. They didn’t even really use that room. But we wanted to make it a focal point. It really transformed. It went from their least favorite room to their favorite now,” she says. In the hallway, an existing mirrored wet bar was left untouched other than adding some new barware.
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Indicative of the 1960s, the home was built for entertaining, and Audrey kept that in mind when designing the rest of the spaces. Structurally not much was changed except for a wall being removed between the kitchen and dining area. “But we left the original pillars [between the dining room and formal living room] because we thought that was a cool feature,” she adds. “We designed the kitchen to be a little bit more organic and earthy. Because we went with a lighter tile on the floors throughout [the downstairs], we wanted to bring in more texture, so we went with wood veneer cabinetry,” she continues. And while the kitchen is on the smaller
The dark colors continue in the dining room which features a sputnik style lighting fixture, curved mid-century chairs, and a large rectangular table.
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side, Audrey maximized the space so it could still be a hub for gathering. The adjacent dining room and formal living room are contrasts in black and white, and all the downstairs living spaces offer lake views. It was a dream job for Audrey who got to bring in all new furnishings, accessories and artwork, which were sourced through her retail store Bespoke Furniture. “They were probably the easiest clients to work with ever. We had one design meeting and they were like, ‘whatever you want to do,’ which was amazing because a lot of times you have to go back and forth multiple times. That allowed for us to get everything sourced quickly,” she explains. 56
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Opposite page: The gourmet kitchen includes a 48" refrigerator, 48" range, wine refrigerator, quartz countertops, and wood veneer cabinetry for an elegant, earthy feel. In the master bathroom, the existing vanity was updated with new paint, countertop, hardware and faucets. The shower was also redone in a geometric tile. The existing stairwell, which was carpeted, was reimagined with an ebony stain on the treads and gold leaf detail on the railing. This page: A guest bathroom was updated with artwork and accessories. Another view of the master bathroom shows the new freestanding tub and abstract artwork. The wall color — Gentleman’s Gray by Benjamin Moore — and crushed velvet and faux fur bedding creates a moody, sultry feel in the master bedroom. FALL 2021
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relaxed& refined
INTERIOR DESIGN:
ABIGAIL RIZOR, WOLFE-RIZOR INTERIORS and KRISTA AGAPITO, S&W KITCHENS PHOTOGRAPHY:
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The kitchen is now the center of the main living area with the dining room and living room on either side. Although the couple brought many of the furnishings with them, the black hide chairs and custom — designed by Abby — lighting fixture are new. The couple’s art pieces can be seen throughout and the shelving over the new wet bar provides storage and an architectural element.
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A talented design duo came together seamlessly for a project after each had previously done separate work on the clients’ 1935 house in the heart of downtown. They found the teamwork rewarding and the results exactly what they were challenged to create. In designing a new home that would not feel like just another condo, Krista Agapito, S&W Kitchens, and Abigail (Abby) Rizor, Wolfe-Rizor Interiors, tackled the three-bedroom, three-and-a-half bath condo located in the Renaissance at Lake Ivanhoe together.
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pecializing in kitchen and bath design, Krista says she knew when walking through the spaces that someone else would need to create a plan to include the overall layout, furnishings and lighting. And Abby was the perfect choice since she also knew the couple and their aesthetic well.
“Abby worked on some layout options, and we merged our plans and ideas together.
This ensured a cohesive plan throughout the condo. Working as a unit with both Abby and the clients was the only way to ensure all details were captured and the space could feel like one home,” Krista says.
As wine enthusiasts, the bar was a must. “The original design had two walls protruding into the room as a galley style bar, but the client wanted to place the bar on the back wall instead. However, one of the walls housed a vent stack that could not be moved. So, I drew in another wall to match with a soffit above creating the perfect space for the tall integrated SubZero wine cooler surrounded with black painted wood paneling,” Krista explains. The dining room features lighting that resembles an art installation, and white oak floors throughout add warmth.
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The kitchen was designed for cooking and entertaining, and the use of porcelain panels instead of marble slabs meant less maintenance. “The 4 1/2" thick butcherblock Zebrawood top from Grothouse Lumber was one of my favorite elements. Having it at the end of the island allowed us to both extend the length of the island and create more workable perimeter on the island that is a perfect height for chopping. The break in height creates visual interest and the warm wood carrying from some of the tall cabinetry, to the wood top, down to the wood flooring, ties in the elements,” Krista adds. Abby and Krista enjoy a toast to the successful project.
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Abby convinced the clients that it would not be a cookie-cutter unit and it could absolutely be tailored to their tastes and needs. Because they are art collectors, many of the items were from their previous house. “They are constantly buying art — every time I visit, they have acquired something new. So, it was important to create a backdrop for all their pieces,” she says. Both the ladies agree that their clients have a well-honed appreciation for details, so it made sense for them to integrate many furnishings and art pieces they had collected from their extensive travels. This new space would reflect everything they loved but in a more contemporary style. There are still some rustic elements, but overall, there is a strong sense of refinement. The project was not without its challenges. When remodeling a condo, the placement of things like drains cannot be altered. “One of the things we figured out was getting rid of the walls that separated the main rooms which resulted in the walk-through kitchen. Before it was a little claustrophobic. Our goal was to make it not look like a condo and for it to feel more like a New York loft space. So, we put in the beams that allowed us to add recessed lights. We were fortunate that there was already a drain where we installed the wet bar,” Abby explains. “Abby and I both liked a lot of the same things and we pushed each other when we needed to. Some high contrast with a lot of black was a big influence here, and we both wanted to have a warm wood element, some dark, some light for balance. I think with a great collaboration like this, you really forget who had which idea. It’s more about building a beautiful space together than wanting credit for particular items or ideas,” Krista adds.
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After the year-long project was complete, everyone was pleased with the outcome. “It was really a collaboration between Wolfe-Rizor, S&W Kitchens and the clients. We all worked very closely together, and it was a lot of fun. It says a lot when you have a team for one project, and you want to use them again for the next,” Abby says.
The dramatic powder bath also features porcelain panels and complementary textures and tones. “People are using porcelain a lot because it’s beautiful and the only drawback is there may be slight seaming in places. It’s thin so you can use it more places, but you have to have a good fabricator,” Abby explains. For the primary bath the challenge was no windows, but a faux sun light installed above the shower adds a warm glow. With a more spa-like style, the lighter walls and white oak cabinetry create a sense of serenity. FALL 2021
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Now in its 13th year, the Winter Park Paint Out, presented by the Albin Polasek Museum & Sculpture Gardens, is a distinguished weeklong festival that invites 25 highly acclaimed artists to paint “en plein air,” just like the 19th century French Impressionists. Audiences can watch the artists in action as they create more than 200 paintings that become part of a pop-up exhibition and flash sale. The Paint Out attracts art collectors, artists and art enthusiasts of all ages. For the Museum’s special 60th anniversary year, the 13th Annual Winter Park Paint Out will end with a Great Gatsby Garden Party on Saturday, October 16. winterparkpaint.org
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On the Canal by Orit Reuben
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