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Kentucky Homes & Garden September/October 2013 Volume 10 Issue 5
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“Let the Sun Shine In� Turn to page 24 to see more.
14 Antiques
Tea Tales: The Truth About Tea Caddies
16 Landscapes
The Evolution of the American Porch
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18 Homescapes
A Cut Above: Custom designed decorative glass makes a personal statement of style
20 Gardens
Verdant Oasis
24 Special Feature
Let the Sun Shine In
30 Artist
Art and Independence
34 Seclusion and Grandeur 18
42 History in the Making 30 63 20 50
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50 Fifty Shades of Gray 63 Discovering Kentucky
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ANTIQUES
Tea Tales: The Truth about Tea Caddies
by Jerry Shrout photography by Walt Roycraft
1 & 2 Inside view of English Regency Shaped Mahogany Tea Caddy with Fitted Interior, Original Brass Feet and Ivory Escutcheon. Circa 1830. 3 Tea Caddy with Mother of Pearl Inlay. 4 19th Century Chinoiserie Tea Caddy 5 Rosewood, Georgian Tea Caddy. 6 English Mahogany Tea Caddy with Satinwood Inlay and Lions head Ring Handles. Circa 1830. 7 English Rosewood, Sarcophagus Shaped Tea Caddy with Mother of Pearl Inlay, and Bun Feet. Circa 1850.
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Antique tea caddies have enjoyed a place in Bluegrass homes for many years. Originating in England, the purpose of these decorative boxes was to house expensive tea from the Orient. Although tea was enjoyed by the Chinese since the 6th century, Europeans did not experience this fragrant drink until the mid 17th century. Tea eventually became inextricably connected with British culture and tradition, so it is no wonder that a vessel to house such an important commodity became a staple of British homes. The word Caddie is derived from the Malay word Kati, which is a term describing a measurement of tea. This measurement was approximately 1.3 pounds, and English tea caddies may have been originally constructed to accommodate this size. During the 17th century and early 18th century, tea was a scarce and expensive commodity and its storage required security. As a result, tea caddies contained locks and were typically kept in English Drawing Rooms where their contents could be safeguarded from servants. From this necessity, tea caddies became a fashionable accessory for the home.
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The design of these boxes came in several forms, and important furniture designers left their mark on the tea caddy, including Thomas Chippendale and George Hepplewhite. Foil lined compartments, as well as a glass container for either sugar or mixing different types of tea were typical in tea caddie designs. Tea Caddie forms were produced in three configurations; the single tea caddie with one compartment, double tea caddie with two compartments, and triple tea caddies with two compartments and a separate glass container in the center or side. Typically caddies were constructed of wood, usually mahogany or rosewood but sometimes walnut; and occasionally a Chinoiserie caddie would be made, but Chinoiserie caddies were more rare. During the 1800’s the price of tea started to decline, resulting in higher tea consumption. Tea was relatively still very expensive and heavily taxed; but as a result of the increased consumption, demand soared for lockable tea caddies to maintain the security and freshness of tea. Many caddies were produced during this time. Cabinetmakers began to see the opportunity afforded them by this unprecedented demand, and a huge variety of styles, materials, and composition of tea caddies began to appear on the market. Today, tea caddies are used primarily for decorative purposes, but some utilize caddies for more utilitarian purposes. Current uses for tea caddies include storage for passports, family memorabilia, loose change, cell phones, cuff links, and letters. The craftsmanship, attractiveness, and distinctive designs of tea caddies make them one of the most popular items for collectors. www.kentuckyhomesandgardens.com
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LANDSCAPES
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The Evolution of the American Porch
by Bill Henkel
Cowboys, Jazz Music, Apple Pie, The Boys of Summer and the front porch are about as American as it gets. All of these symbolize different times, moods and cultural eras and yet they are each related; they are “throw backs” to simpler times. The porch has been around for many centuries and used in many countries of the world. Originally from southern Europe and Africa, it is more rarely built or needed in northern climates. The word porch derives from the Latin “Porticus” or Greek “Portico”. Later Veranda, Piazza and Portico were used to represent porches or porch like structures. Porches began to show up in the U.S. around the mid-18th century. Within 100 years almost every home had a porch on the front of the house. At it’s height, the American porch was the center for family and community. Many a summer night was spent on the porch where the family would gather at days end to relax, unwind and share stories. The porch was the perfect place for family, friends and neighbors to connect with nature and each other. Americans have always recognized the value of our natural world and its resources. With that recognition came the American need to develop and dominate as well. Cities began to grow, manufacturing began to attract workers from the farms and Americans began to move from rural areas to the city. American love of the automobile signified the beginning of the demise of the great American front porch. More and more people were taking to the highways. Streets became noisy, dusty and polluted. The porch, once our family center, began it’s migration to the side and back yard. Removed from prominence, but not forgotten! With World War II behind us, Americans were filled with optimism. More technology brought even more changes. The
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television became the new focus for family, especially at the end of the day. Many a night was spent together in the blue light of “the tube”. Add air conditioning to the mix and it seems Americans found little need for the great outdoors. The desire for porches, patios and terraces became even less favorable. Soon it was T.V. dinners and tray tables and the porch was reduced to a convenient stepping stone to the front door. More cars, more two car families, more two bread winner homes, more children and more drivers created the trend for drive ins, drive throughs, and drive ups. Drug stores, dry cleaners, liquor stores, movies, restaurants and even churches evolved to cater to this new cultural phenomenon. The car was king and the porch became even less important. Fast forward a few years. Most of us baby boomers are aging and, having survived the 50’s, 60’s, 70’s, 80’s and 90‘s, suddenly the notion of sitting a spell on the porch seems a very civilized past time. Lifestyles continue to shift as our world has become much smaller and more complicated. The American porch is making a strong comeback! The following are a few simple reasons:
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the desire for more quality time at home the desire for more space for outdoor entertaining a heightened recognition and value of the therapeutic quality of nature the increased lifespan of Americans increased interest in home grown veggies and herbs advances in landscape lighting making nighttime in the garden more pleasant
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2a Existing Porch Problems Too small, uninviting, unattractive yet well built. Home has multiple opportunities to interact with fabulous gardens and pool via many windows and doors, yet nowhere to sit outside under roof to enjoy the views or paths to the garden and pools. 2b & 2c Solution Remove existing porch and add an expanded porch with four times the floor space. Extend ceiling height and create details to provide as much natural light as possible, views to the sky, and extra room for lounging, eating, and entertaining. Result The new porch is the outdoor family center for the garden, pool, lawn and home. The creation of this porch completed the circulation within and outside of the house and unified it’s functions. Home run!
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HOMESCAPES
A Cut Above
Custom designed decorative glass makes a personal statement of style
by Christina Noll
Tastes and trends in home, business and church design and decor are constantly changing and evolving but one thing remains constant: few, if any, art forms hold the drama, beauty and emotional connection people feel with decorative glass. If you are looking for something different and unique to show case in your home, decorative glass is an original piece of art that you will treasure for life. “A piece of custom designed decorative glass is a personal statement of style,” says Jim Krieger, owner of Designer Glass Inc. in Lexington. “A client who jumps into the process of design and glass selection will emerge with something no one else has.They have discovered the magic of 'painting with light'!” Krieger says there is no typical customer when it comes to decorative glass. Some clients may be looking to increase privacy, for example in a master bath or an entry that affords an unwanted view into their primary living area. “They are looking for a solution that won't starve them for light as blinds or a traditional window treatment often does,” explains Krieger. “And if that solution gives them a bit of a 'wow factor', that's never a bad thing.” As an added bonus, many times, decorative glass can be installed without completely replacing existing frames and sashes. Other clients are simply looking to make a personal style statement. “Nothing brings the comments and reactions like an original piece of art, especially when you have had a hand in designing it,” says Krieger. “ It can be something no one else has, and it turns heads in a good way, and has people talking long after they have said their goodbyes at the door.” The process of acquiring your own piece of decorative glass is easier than you might think. Most people don’t have an exact idea of what they want, in terms of design. That’s where a company like Designer Glass, Inc. comes in to help. The first step is to visit the space where the decorative glass will reside in order to take inventory of a variety of factors, including what is currently seen through the window in question. “This tells us a great deal about how much if any color is needed, whether to protect a pleasant view or block out an unwanted one, and helps us evaluate installation options,” Kreiger explains. “We try to learn the client's tastes and preferences without overwhelming them with the task of visualizing the finished product.”
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1 Kreiger relies on thirty years of experience in designing and building windows to bring each customer a finished piece they will love. Since 1986, his company has worked with Central Kentucky's finest homebuilders, architectural firms and respected names in cabinet and woodworking firms, building supply companies, and interior design firms. The company’s designs are featured in some of the area's most notable Houses of Worship and have even been shipped to various points across the country and even to a church in Lagos, Nigeria. Designs can range from old world to traditional to contemporary, and be very detailed or remarkably simple. They can have a natural, organic feel or a more stylized, even abstract spirit. Finally the window can be a symphony of color, or have no color at all! Krieger notes that with the perfect backdrop, nature can create a lively show of color seen through beautifully textured clear glasses and bevels. “I encourage a 'less is more' approach to design, placing the emphasis on the glass itself” says Kreiger. “We can acquire sheets of glass that are works of art in and of themselves. The mix of colors, translucence and metallic shimmers that come alive with the sun are so beautiful. It almost seems a shame to cut them into tiny pieces of an intricate design that becomes more about the lead lines than the glass within them.” Krieger explains that clients will often draw on their loves from other art forms such as paintings in suggesting design compositions, but cautions this can be a slippery slope! “While a painting of a nominal size can capture the scope and detail of a landscape, that same subject can look cluttered and clumsy in the heavier, more defined look of stained and leaded glass” Krieger notes. “In this type of design, we suggest narrowing the composition to a smaller focus of detail…say a bloom or two, some buds and a partial branch rather than the whole tree or vista.”. On the other side of the spectrum, more stylized and even abstract designs allow for an unfettered choice of colors, textures and depth. “I like it when I know the client will see the window
differently every time they look at it,” says Krieger. “The depth of colors and subtleties of the glass will appear different at different times of the day and as the seasons change. And a more stylized and artistic design offers the chance for different interpretations.” Once you have an idea of the type of design you desire, the next step is to produce a trial design drawing that can be easily altered until you’re completely satisfied. “I typically do this full-sized so clients can get a better feel of the potential finished product,” says Kreiger. Once the design is approved, Kreiger has customers choose favorites from a palette of color and textures, leaving the final decision of placement up to the actual designer. This allows the design professional to compose as they build, resulting in a true original work of art. It’s true that decorative glass is a labor intensive art form, but the price for a commission varies with the complexity of the design as well as the actual glasses chosen. In general, a straight line, geometric design of few pieces will cost less than an intricate design of complex curves and shapes, however the type of glasses chosen play a part in the final cost as well. Kreiger believes that a design of less complexity featuring interesting glasses can certainly hold its own against a more expensive and elaborate design. “We emphasize that beautiful results can be achieved no matter the budget,” he says. “The less is more maxim certainly rules.” Kreiger’s company performs almost all of the installation of their products, utilizing the help of a trusted glazing company for very large projects. They guide each customer through the entire process, from design and estimating, through the various approval stages needed, to final installation and beyond. “Its ultimately about creating a piece they will enjoy and be happy with for many years,” says Kreiger.
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1 A piece of custom designed decorative glass is a personal statement of style. A client who jumps into the process of design and glass selection will emerge with something no one else has. 2 This bathroom window solves a privacy issue with a wow factor that no curtain or blind could achieve. 3 A design that leans more to the stylized or even abstract allows an unfettered choice of color, texture and depth.
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Verdant Oasis
by Kirsten E. Silven photography by Walt Roycraft
Carefully created over many years of planning by Renee and Dr. Clifton Smith of southeast Lexington, this splendid garden has been through numerous changes over the last 28 years. Designed to mimic the home’s interior, which is essentially a series of rooms that are laid out on a grid, this home’s outdoor spaces are positively brimming with color and intrigue. “We’ve always been fond of gardening,” shared Dr. Smith. “Our gardens were created for pure enjoyment.” Designed with specific areas that are meant to be planted and others that are not, the gardens encompass multiple levels and display great diversity in their plantings, which include a variety of different citrus trees, papyrus, a rock garden, magnolias, hollies and several hardwoods, along with plenty of colorful annuals and perennials. The result is a veritable color fusion of greenery and blossoms that work to break up and soften the hard lines created by the brick walkways. Each fall, the Smiths move many of the plants into a temporary greenhouse that is erected for the winter, which has allowed them to cultivate several types of plants that would not otherwise survive
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in this climate. Perhaps most notable are the dwarf citrus trees, which were a gift more than 26 years ago. Today, the many orange, key lime, lemon, lime and grapefruit trees can be found lining the perimeter of the second-level open air atrium during the summer months, lending an exotic feel to the space. “The atrium is very private and offers the perfect balance of sun and shade,” shares Dr. Smith. “We enjoy many meals out there.” The home itself features innumerable windows, which makes it possible to enjoy the gardens from almost anywhere inside, while the many outdoor seating areas provide ample opportunity for relaxing to enjoy the lush plantings. In addition, the garden boasts numerous outdoor “rooms,” which are designed to create separation and provide a sense of discovery when experiencing the grounds. A true oasis in the heart of Lexington, it is easy to forget that neighbors are nearby while enveloped in this garden’s embrace. Characterized by a strong sense of structure and designed to showcase the inherent beauty of its many unique plantings, this tranquil retreat provides a visual feast for all who are fortunate enough to experience its grandeur.
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1 Here, the fountain and pool in the second-level atrium are shown artfully juxtaposed with the water garden, which lies a full five feet below, creating a sense of depth and variety in the overall design. 2 This delightful outdoor space provides a transition to the kitchen garden and features a sizeable rock garden in the foreground with sedums and other plantings that naturally work well in this challenging environment. 3 A stone retaining wall parallels the home’s kitchen wing, providing an elevated place for colorful perennials and brightly colored annuals, which include lantana, begonias, petunias and a variety of decorative grasses. www.kentuckyhomesandgardens.com
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5 4 Chinese elm and a variety of citrus trees stand sentry in the secondlevel atrium, enclosed by carefully arranged plantings that add color and also help to define the space. 5 This view of the second level atrium shows a serene water garden, which holds papyrus, lotus and water lilies and is surrounded by bright pink geraniums, white impatiens and carefully trimmed boxwood hedges.
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6 6 Located on the home’s second level, this stunning atrium houses dwarf citrus trees that were received as a gift more than 26 years ago, including key lime, lemon, lime, orange and grapefruit. Three Chinese elm trees can also be seen here, along with a variety of colorful planters and a small pool topped with a decorative fountain.
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7 This private outdoor area houses a swimming pool and various planters with colorful blooms to soften the space and provide visual interest, as well as hibiscus and a substantial banana tree. A river birch that was planted here nearly 30 years ago when the homeowners first moved in provides shade and anchors the area from its very own raised bed, while a robust taxus hedge provides separation between this area and the backyard beyond. 8 Day lilies, blue spruce and other colorful blooms are found in the elevated garden that is situated atop a stone retaining wall designed to raise the plantings to eye level when looking out from the kitchen.
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Let the Sun Shine In by Kirsten E. Silven
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With clear panels on the pointed roof and floor to ceiling glass all around, this conservatory makes year round livable space out of what was once just an outdoor patio area. Opaque panels have also been incorporated above the door to block sunlight at certain times of the day, providing a custom touch. Photo courtesy of Sunrooms & More.
Sunrooms bring the inside of any home closer to the outdoors, yet also provide the many comforts that come with being protected from the elements. Today’s sunrooms and conservatories are both romantic and practical, adding to a home’s living space while also working to increase its value. The term ‘conservatory’ is generally reserved for rooms that are entirely enclosed in glass, including the roof, while ‘sunroom’ is a more casual term typically applied to similar structures that incorporate plenty of natural light via windows and skylights, but tend to resemble a more traditional home addition. In either case, construction can range from extravagant to very simple and can be tailored to suit virtually any lifestyle and space. “It’s the difference between a conventional wall with a few windows here and there, and an entire wall of windows,” shares Sam Snow, who is the marketing director at Sunrooms & More. “There are many design options to consider that will allow you to experience the outdoors without actually being outside.”
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In order to reach a final design that works, Snow recommends taking the time to consider how you plan to use the space and where it will be positioned. For example, if you plan to use the room for growing and displaying plants or to house a swim spa, it will probably require more direct sunlight, but if you plan to use it primarily as a family room or extra dining area, you may want to consider incorporating elements that will also provide a bit of shade during the heat of the day. According to Mike Ritchie of Four Seasons Sunrooms, the popularity of both sunrooms and conservatories have grown significantly in recent years, due in part to the ongoing staycation trend. “More people are opting to stay home and invest in projects that will bring enjoyment for years to come, instead of splurging on expensive vacations that last only a week or two,” Ritchie shares.
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Perhaps one of the biggest trends in sunroom design involves the use of energy efficient materials, which have greatly reduced the cost of heating and cooling. Thanks to advances in all aspects of construction, including ultra-quiet heating
and cooling units, insulated vinyl windows and heat reflective glass, today’s sunrooms and conservatories have a minimal impact on heating and cooling costs and make it easy to maintain a comfortable temperature. Perhaps one of the biggest draws of today’s sunrooms is the fact that they are essentially maintenance free and are also much more affordable than a standard room addition. The materials do not warp, rot or rust, and nothing requires regular repainting. At once both cozy and luxurious, adding a sunroom to an existing home adds functional living space and will provide years of hassle-free enjoyment, with endless design possibilities that can completely transform a home’s interior.
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2 With a dramatic glass roof and a finished drywall interior that is complete with recessed lighting and a hardwood floor, this fresh take on a typical conservatory uses more conventional materials to achieve the look and feel of a traditional room. Photo courtesy of Four Seasons Sunrooms. 3 This more contemporary take on a traditional conservatory features a rectangular glass roof over the clean lines of a tile floor, as well as a bi-fold door system that allows most of the back wall to open. Photo courtesy of Four Seasons Sunrooms. 4 Built on part of an existing deck, this sunroom features a swim spa and plenty of cozy living space to give it a unique flair. The room blends seamlessly with the home’s existing roofline and accommodates the sliding glass doors that were already in place, giving access to the outdoor deck. Photo courtesy of Sunrooms & More.
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5 This stunning example of a studio style sunroom incorporates a hot tub, cozy seating and a carpeted floor, as well as two skylights and three walls of windows, which allow a maximum amount of natural light to flood the space. Photo courtesy of Sunrooms & More. 6 This Victorian style conservatory features opaque panels on the roof that allow light to filter through but also block direct glare from the sun. Plenty of seating, a glass door and carpeted flooring complete this design. Photo courtesy of Sunrooms & More.
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7 As the perfect counterpoint to cabin fever, this delightful space provides plenty of natural light year round and is an extension of the home’s kitchen, providing a stunning view of the outdoors and a charming place to enjoy a relaxing meal. Photo courtesy of Patio Creations. 8 A dark bronze frame and two distinct levels lend this space a distinctive look and feel. Built onto an existing deck, which still can be seen wrapping around the perimeter outside, the room’s upper area was already covered by an existing roof, which was incorporated into the new design. Photo courtesy of Sunrooms & More. 9 This cheerful sunroom was crafted from an existing outdoor living area and deck to create a room that would be usable year round. Two different slopes on the roof provide visual interest and make the most of the available space, while a tile floor and skylights complete the design. Photo courtesy of Sunrooms & More. 10 A striking, two story gabled roof floats above two layers of transoms and three walls of windows, providing a 360-degree view of this home’s vast outdoor area. The tile floor is set on the diagonal to provide a sense of dimension and encourage the eye to take in the view beyond. Photo courtesy of Sunrooms & More.
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Art and Independence
by Kathie Stamps photography by Jackie Marquette
When the United Nations Postal Administration recognized World Autism Awareness Day in 2012 with a series of postage stamps, they chose artwork from eight artists around the world. Three of them were from the United States, one of whom was Kentucky’s own Trent Altman. A juried artist with the Kentucky Arts Council, the Louisville native uses brilliant colors and layers of texture to create his abstract paintings on canvas. In the early 1980s, Altman was diagnosed with autism. His mother, Jackie Marquette, wanted to learn all she could to help her middle son, so she earned a master’s degree in learning behavior disorders and a Ph.D. in education administration. As an autism transition specialist, she assists teens and young adults in setting goals and measuring progress. She wanted her own son to be able to live independently as an adult, with support, and in 2000 he did just that. “I went to a local arts store and asked if anyone there was interested in working with Trent in his home,” Marquette said. She realized her son needed something else to do with his day besides working his job at Kmart. Theresa Adamchik, an art student at the University of Louisville, called her. Although Adamchik didn’t know anything about autism, she started working with Altman and after six months he was producing some amazing pieces. The experience even led Adamchik to change her own career path, and she wound up with a master’s degree in counseling and art therapy. Altman’s favorite medium is acrylic, which he often mixes with a translucent gel. “There may be up to 20 layers in some pieces,” Marquette said. “He has no fear about the canvas.” Over the years Altman has had eight different “art facilitators,” a person who takes him to the studio, gets his materials together, asks him questions about what colors and tools he would like to use, and generally assists him. For the past six years Altman has had his own studio at Small Town Gallery in nearby Brooks, Ky., where he paints two or three times a week. The first thing he does when he arrives is to use a brush on canvas, before systematically proceeding with a project. 1 “Flower of Gratitude” holds great meaning for Jackie Marquette. This is the first painting her son completed that showed his unique gift. “After this one, we began offering him more exposure to enjoy the act of painting,” she said.
2 “Everything with Trent is a process. That’s part of his strength,” Marquette said. “A lot of people with autism have strengths.” Thanks to his mother’s help in developing a daily strategy for him to use his artistic abilities, Altman is garnering acclaim with art collectors the world over. He is involved with almost every aspect of the business of art, except for computer work and the photographing of his finished paintings. At art shows he sets up and tears down the booth, and picks out which pieces to exhibit. For commissioned works, he bases his abstract paintings on color swatches, if they are provided. Altman’s artwork has been exhibited at shows and galleries in Louisville and Lexington, as well as autism conventions and fundraisers in Chicago, New York and other cities. In October, he will represent the United States in Vancouver, along with artists from 69 other countries, at the 4th annual International Naturally Autistic People Awards Convention and Festival. See more of Trent Altman’s artwork at www.TrentsStudio.com. 2 Artist Trent Altman, standing with a stamp poster of his painting during an award ceremony at the United Nations in 2012.
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3 This is the artist’s favorite piece, “An Abstract Seashell Beach.” Depicting the sand, seashells and ocean waves, he painted it in anticipation of a beach vacation.
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4 Titled “Siesta Key Breeze,” this 34” by 34” painting is from the artist’s beach series. 5 “Abstract Garden II” is the acrylic and mixed-media painting chosen for the United Nations Autism Awareness stamp. One million stamps were printed and sold around the world. 6 In June 2013, Trent Altman was the featured artist for a fundraiser on behalf of OASIS/MAAP Services for Autism and Asperger Syndrome. He donated this painting, “An Abstract Seascape,” to the Indiana-based organization. 7 “Breath of God” is a large piece, standing 5 feet tall by 4 feet wide. The title is based on a comment by an interior designer, who said it looked like the breath of God flowing over calm waters. 8 “Golden Spring Blossoms” was purchased by Wyland, the renowned marine life artist based in California.
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Seclusion & Grandeur An architect-builder-developer designed and built his own house in Louisville’s Cherokee Gardens. by Kathie Stamps photography by Walt Roycraft
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Louisville native and noted home builder Denis Littrell spent a year building his 4,740-square-foot home. The two-story house is just six years old but it fits right in aesthetically with the other homes in the community of Cherokee Gardens, a residential area adjacent to the city’s 400-acre Cherokee Park. Known for its sprawling estates, many of the houses in Cherokee Gardens are well over a century old. “I wanted to stay within the design parameters of the neighborhood,” Littrell said. Favoring a French Tudor style, he created the house to look as timeless as possible, paying particular attention to every architectural and decorating detail. The hardwood flooring, for example, is a “3-4-5” American walnut, a blended pattern of board widths in three, four and five inches. Being his own client was “about as easy-going as it could have been,” Littrell said. He took his time, and if he needed specific items with long lead times, he waited for them. Even though he designed and built the house for himself (which he shares with Maggie, a little Jack Russell terrier), he thoroughly thought out the house plans and interior design for marketability down the road. At some point he will probably entertain the idea of selling, in order to purchase a larger piece of ground and construct a new house. For now, his current home still has him flexing his design muscles, as he is finishing out the basement with a media center, pool table and a full-blown brick bar and café. Throughout the main two floors, Littrell included details commonly found in homes from the1930s through the 1950s, such as Carrara marble tops in the kitchen and niches in some of the casework by the stove. “That was the look I was going for,” he said, “not all that new fancy stuff.” His goal for the kitchen was to keep it as user-friendly as possible, although he is not a cook. “Not even coffee,” he admitted.
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2 With a neutral backdrop to complement the mahogany front door, the foyer opens to a double-height balcony. The balcony’s wrought-iron railing surrounds the entire first floor. Straight ahead is the master bedroom, with the great room to the left.
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4 Littrell’s favorite part of his property is the English garden in front of the house. “It’s secluded. It’s very private,” he said. “I feel like I’m on vacation every day.” For the landscaping along the perimeter, he left a buffer of trees untouched along the creek so the house would remain hidden from the street. The driveway is accessed by a lovely stone bridge crossing the creek. Littrell and his father, who is an engineer and is also named Denis Littrell, built the bridge by hand. The fatherson project had them doing everything from pouring concrete and setting footers to installing limestone caps and coach lamp posts. Littrell’s background is in architecture. He graduated from the University of Kentucky’s School of Architecture in 1995, and part of his studies included a program at the University of Venice in Italy. When he returned to the States, he worked for a commercial
4 Off the kitchen and the great room, the formal dining room is reminiscent of the 1940s, particularly with the crystal Schonbek chandelier. French doors open to a raised balcony with ornamental iron handrails.
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construction management firm before starting his own business, Denis Littrell & Associates, in 1998. In the beginning he was constructing subdivision homes in the Louisville area based on other architects’ drawings. Then he changed his business model. “I made a vow I would only construct what I designed,” he said. His high-end residential homes range from $500,000 to $3 million, and he has clients as far away as Washington state. He also develops subdivisions and commercial projects. “I enjoy the construction more than the design,” he said, “but I do thoroughly enjoy allowing a client to give me full reign over design.” It took a while to gain that level of confidence from the first few people who allowed him to do it. “Since that time the portfolio has spoken for itself,” he said.
5 Clerestory windows frame the sunroom, which is to the right of the kitchen. Adjacent to the sunroom is an enclosed flagstone patio with an outdoor fireplace for entertaining.
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6 Architectural arches abound in the great room. There’s plenty of natural sunlight, along with lighting from wall sconces and a flushmounted Schonbek chandelier in the ceiling. The great room spans the rear patio and the front terrace garden area, so when the French doors are open in the front and back it’s one continuous space approximately 80 feet long by 25 feet wide. 7 This view of the great room showcases many of the striking details important to the homeowner’s sense of design, like a roundedarch doorway, American walnut hardwood flooring, three sets of mahogany doors leading outside, and wide arches that create a hallway effect between the living space and the arched French doors. 8 The home owner calls the den on the second floor “the leftover furniture room.” It has a 1950s taupe couch from Lexington—the manufacturer, that is, not the city. The dark daybed with the red cushion is made of wicker. 9 All of the rooms on the second floor, including this sports-themed guest room, have vaulted ceilings with dropped soffits, a combination that maximizes the style of architecture on the exterior.
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History in the Making by Kirsten E. Silven photography by Walt Roycraft
1 Completed in 1926, this home lies in the Old Fort Mitchell Historic District and is also listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Built in a style that is best described as French Eclectic, it encompasses two and a half lots, with a steeply pitched roof, a three bay faรงade and stucco exterior.
2 When the homeowners purchased this historic Ft. Mitchellarea home in 2000, they had recently joined the ranks of empty nesters after their two children went off to college. Not interested in downsizing, they were actually on the market for something larger than their previous home that would provide plenty of room for their children and family to feel comfortable when visiting. The home was in obvious disrepair and had been empty for more than two years, with overgrown grounds and some damage from both carpenter ants and termites. In addition, several of its previous owners had made halfhearted attempts to renovate, leaving a jumble of so-called upgrades that failed to bring the home back to its full potential. “We knew it needed a great deal of work, but overall the house was structurally sound and had so much character,” shared the homeowner. “And we both grew up in older homes, so we decided to take on the challenge.” The homeowners did most of the renovations themselves over the course of nearly seven years, but they also consulted with interior designer Tom Kordenbrock of Kordenbrock Interiors, who helped them complete the home’s sophisticated look and feel. Each room was systematically dismantled and put back together, with an eye toward keeping its original aesthetic while also adding necessary modern conveniences. This included new wallpaper, crown molding, wiring and plumbing, as well as refinishing all of the floors and
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refurbishing most of the home’s original light fixtures. “The home’s beauty today is a direct reflection of the homeowners’ character,” shared Kordenbrock. “It is as solid and genuine as they are.” This includes the exterior and the grounds, which were also in disarray, with overgrown landscaping and virtually nonexistent beds characterized by overgrown plantings. As avid gardeners, the homeowners worked to save what they could, including the existing magnolia and pine trees, and they also made new window boxes to replace the existing containers on the home’s façade, which had deteriorated beyond repair. In the end, they planted more than 30 trees and 50 bushes to complete the grounds, in addition to a variety of perennials. Every aspect of the home’s metamorphosis was carefully planned to bring back its original elegance, which stands today as a wonderful example of the history and charm of early twentieth century architecture in the Bluegrass state. Originally built by local scientific researcher and educator Dr. George Sperti and completed in 1926, it is a beautiful example of French Eclectic architecture from this period. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this is recognized as a significant home in the area and thanks to its current owners it will survive well into the future and will continue to serve as a vital piece of history for the region.
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3 Seven layers of wallpaper were removed from the dining room before adding new, while the chandelier is original to the home and works with the antique furniture to create a stately feel. The crown molding was also upgraded to introduce a more substantial appearance and to improve its scale in the room.
“The home’s beauty today is a direct reflection of the homeowners’ character,” shared Kordenbrock. “It is as solid and genuine as they are.”
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4 The bright, cheerful solarium brings the outdoors in and is a favorite informal place for the homeowners to enjoy meals. This space received an entirely new floor during the home’s renovation and the original windows were given new brass hardware that is designed to blend perfectly with the period in which the home was built. 5 Brimming with elegance, the home’s formal living room is situated just off the entryway and boasts a gas fireplace that is complete with its original wood mantel. The room’s design also incorporates a warm neutral color palette and a treasured piano the homeowner has owned since she was a teenager. 6 A spiral staircase winds gracefully upward, lending a dramatic flair. It is original to the home, as is the light fixture and rounded window.
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8 The master bath is virtually unrecognizable compared to what the homeowners found upon purchasing the home. A sleek glass and tile shower replaced an outdated whirlpool tub, while new cabinets, granite countertops and a tile floor complete the space. The windows are original to the home.
9 This sitting area adds another dimension to the master bedroom and boasts original windows, his and her closets and a cedarlined window seat for additional storage.
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50 Shades of Gray A muted color palette sets the stage for a complete remodel of this fascinating contemporary home by Christina Noll photography by Walt Roycraft
1 Two strong architectural features announce the rare beauty of this home before you ever step foot inside. The cupola on
top and the crescent window above the front door are repeated throughout the house as design elements. “We did our best to support the original design features the original architect put into the house,� says Wolford.
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3 Situated in a beautiful park like setting on two acres of land in Glenview, this remarkable home is the picture of tranquility and unlike any other home in the area. Originally constructed in 1996, the 13,500 square foot home with a very contemporary floor plan has become a Louisville landmark. Designed around a central three story atrium, the home features six bedrooms and nine baths. When it was first conceived, the house offered state of the art features for the time, along with custom, built in furniture, but as times changed the look had become less modern and more dated. The most recent homeowners commissioned Wolford Building and Remodeling for a complete remodel, and the results were stunning. “Our goal was to remove the severe finishes and make this home a soothing spa like retreat with fine finishes,” explains Martha Wolford. “We wanted the background to be very soft, so that the eyes would be drawn more to the architecture instead of the colors.” Hence the use of multiple shades of gray throughout the home.
2 A sunken living room at the center of the house features the showstopper of the home: a fully functional suspended fireplace. The base is filled with glass and a stainless steel sculpture in line with the design elements of the home. The custom fireplace entailed over 35 hours in architectural design and engineering calculations and took ten months to complete.
“We were very much inspired by different homes we had seen, particularly European style homes and Italian design,” says Wolford. To that end, the home’s original Italian marble floors were one of only a few items left intact. The remodel included every single room in the home, with some rooms taken all the way down to the drywall. In addition, some reorganization of rooms was necessary in order to make the home more functional. For example, an awkwardly placed laundry room, originally placed between the dining area and kitchen, was moved to the back of the house in a former full bath area. The butler’s pantry became a fresh powder room and the laundry took on the position of butler’s pantry, creating a more positive flow to the house. The entire lower level previously had dropped ceilings, which Wolford’s team demoed, adding dry walled ceilings with trays. Bamboo flooring was installed and a contemporary bar with a floating art niche were designed and built as part of the remodel. Another art niche was added in one of the four stairwells.
3 The entryway showcases the original marble floors imported from Italy and new faux columns painted with a three dimensional striped pattern in various shades of gray. Beyond the front entry is the sunken living room and suspended fireplace.
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4 Faux painter, Liz Reuter created three dimensional waves along the dining room walls, turning the room into a piece of art. A built in bar and matching buffet with zebra wood are offset by custom made furniture and light fixtures from Z Gallery. 5 Birdseye maple cabinets, original to the home, compliment stainless steel professional grade appliances and a boomerang shaped countertop for an ultimately modern feel. 6 The main staircase off the foyer is one of two sets, each leading both upstairs and to the basement. Custom bubble lighting from Fergusons highlights the Italian floors and Yamaha Piano in this space.
Throughout the house, commercial wallpaper was removed and the house was lightened up with shades of taupe and gray. Many layers of drywall and paint were used, and 3D faux painting was added in the dining room, master bedroom and powder room. Ebony bamboo floors and custom-made cabinetry made to match add a dramatic contrast. “We chose luxurious finishes and contemporary surfaces, including tiles imported from Italy--some with embedded Swarovski Crystals,” says Wolford. All lighting fixtures were replaced throughout the house, many with custom lighting. A striking feature is a waterfall lighting fixture that cascades through the center of a two story curved stairwell. A large task was to remove the dated stucco adobe style fireplace in the main living area and replace it with a suspended 360 degree fireplace sculpture. In order to accomplish this goal, Wolford hired structural engineer, Scot Kremer, who worked alongside local fireplace manufacturer Brian Denger to complete the one of a kind masterpiece. “This was the Homeowners number one desire for the house,” says Wolford. “Everyone said it can’t be done, so I became dedicated to making this happen.” Wolford looked at hundreds of photos and talked to people all over the world, including manufacturers in England and France, but she was unable to find someone who could make it happen until she found Denger. The stainless steel chimney actually hangs from the ceiling, with a three foot space between it and the base of black absolute granite. It took an artist three months to hand make each piece and then reassemble it on site.
6 Another special feature original to this home was the extremely complex electrical and lighting system with master touch modules that allowed the homeowner to access lighting and electrical from different areas in the home. This, along with the sophisticated security system and a large theatre room on the first floor that now boasts an innovative theatre system by Century Entertainment, all had to be updated by experts in the field. In the kitchen, the team chose to keep the olive birds-eye maple veneer cabinets and some of the appliances. “We thought the cabinetry was wonderful so we just did some repairs and kept it,” says Wolford. “The kitchen already had absolute granite throughout and it went great with the rest of the house so we kept it as well.” All nine bathrooms were remodeled with custom Wenge and ebony cabinetry and Kohler toilets and plumbing fixtures including a DTV master shower system and NUMI toilet. The master bath and master closet areas were also redesigned to accommodate more counter space by removing an entry door to both closets. This area was dry walled and became a separate counter space. www.kentuckyhomesandgardens.com
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7 7 A bar in the basement level of the home is made to look like a nightclub, with dark colors and custom Italian limestone tile. This space was originally covered in carpet tiles and had a dropped tile floor. “We ripped out everything and dry walled the ceiling, adding bamboo floors, the inset backsplash and the tiles all around,” says Wolford. All of the pillars in the room are covered in the same tile. 8 One of the few elements already in existence prior to the remodel, this first floor bar is made of a veneer and includes panels that hide an area that could house an oversized fish tank. In the meantime, with a lighting change, the room was transformed from outdated to spectacular, while keeping the original themes.
8 The original wall to wall 24 inch marble tiles in the master bath could not be duplicated, creating a challenge for these floor plan changes. “The floor had been brought over from Italy 15 years ago and it could not be matched,” explains Wolford. “There were eight leftover tiles in the basement, so everything we did, we had to make sure to not use up the tiles and save them in case they were needed to replace a damaged one.”
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It was this careful attention to detail that enabled Wolford to transform every inch of this massive house into a relaxing retreat for the homeowners. Everything in the home was updated, including the custom gym and swimming pool and even the exterior of the home. The team spent time looking at photographs of houses in Europe and trying to replicate distinct looks, some of which were near impossible, due to the magic of Photoshop often used in magazine and internet photos. “This was a huge challenge,” says Wolford. “But it ended up being very successful.”
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DISCOVERING KENTUCKY
Cumberland Falls A convenient and comfortable way to reconnect with nature by Christina Noll
1 Located on a part of the Cumberland River in southeast Kentucky, Cumberland Falls is known as the “Niagara of the South.”
Known as the “Niagara of the South,” Cumberland Falls is not just another pretty waterfall. The 125-foot wide curtain of water has been described as magical and is the focal point amidst an array of activities found at one of the most beautiful state parks in Kentucky. Many visitors plan a trip to Cumberland Falls around the infamous Moon Bow, a phenomenon not found anywhere else in the Western Hemisphere. The Moon Bow occurs anytime there is a full moon and a clear sky. The best viewing starts about two nights before the full moon and ends about two nights afterward. “The moon rises at different times, so the exact time depends on the night,” explains Steve Gilbert, Park Naturalist at Cumberland Falls State Park. The approximate dates for catching the Moon Bow this Fall are: September 16-21, October 15-20 and November 14-19. Although a large number of visitors to the park plan their trip around the Moon Bow, there are plenty of other activities that offer a chance to relax and enjoy nature. The park offers daily activities including hiking, crafts and square dancing. Star parties, which take place on select Saturday nights, are also a popular event. The astronomy nights include a brief overview of the night sky, lessons on reading a sky map and a short weather program. Weather permitting, participants go outside and look through some high powered telescopes. “In September we hope to see Venus and Saturn,” says Gilbert. “Then the moon in October and
Venus again in November. Those are some of the easier things to find.” Upcoming Star Parties are scheduled September 21, October 12 and November 9, 2013. Also in the evening, Jam sessions, held the second to last Monday each month, offer a chance to gather and play music or just listen. This free event starts at 6:30 and lasts until about 10:00 pm. The park also boasts 17 miles of hiking, including Eagle Falls Trail, a two mile round trip hike voted the best in the state. “Hiking is basically unlimited here,” says Gilbert. “Two of our trails connect to national forest trails and most trails are moderate to difficult.” The park’s annual Trail Trek, a special 10.8 or 4.5 self guided hike, occurs this year on October 26. “We provide a shuttle, a t-shirt and we do trail sweeps with medical/first aid volunteers walking the trail to help where needed,” says Gilbert. “We also have check points to make sure everybody gets out. It’s a good opportunity to hike on your own without worry, if you don’t have a partner.” Hikers will also want to check out the Fire Tower, restored in 2008, which provides fantastic views of the surrounding area, especially incredible with the Autumn colors. “On the same days as we have the Star Parties, we have the Fire Tower open from 10 am-until about 3 pm, and someone from our staff is up there to tell you about the life of a fire watcher back in the day when the fire towers were in use,” explains Gilbert.
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2 For those who don’t hike, it’s a short drive down to enjoy the waterfalls. There’s also plenty to do at historic DuPont Lodge. The 51 room full service lodge offers comfortable accommodations and an amazing view of the Cumberland River. “You’re right here in the middle of everything,” says Gilbert. “You could not even leave the lodge area and still take in wildlife, plants and plenty of nature.” Other accommodations include cabins, cottages and campsites. Gilbert says the park averages around 650 thousand visitors each year, all looking to reconnect with nature. “It’s a very magical place. It was sacred to the Shawnee and the Cherokee people, so it has quite a history,” he says. “It can be a spiritual experience.”
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