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January/February Volume 17 Issue 1
On the Cover: History in the Making
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14 HOMESCAPES: What’s Trending in Wallpaper
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16 GARDEN: A Hidden Oasis in Chevy Chase 20 FEATURE: Magnificent Master Baths 28 ARTIST: Martin Rollins
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1 Situated on a historic corner in downtown Lexington, Le Deauville serves mouthwatering authentic French cuisine with serious style.
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ituated at 199 North Limestone in downtown Lexington, Le Deauville offers traditional French bistro fare and superior service in an old-school setting, complete with a cozy bar and a bustling sidewalk café when weather permits. Owned and operated by native Parisian Marc Puil, the restaurant was a first for Lexington when it opened 16 years ago, and today Puil says it’s still the only restaurant in Lexington that serves authentic French cuisine. “It’s a very true ‘French’ atmosphere that makes you feel as though you are in a beautiful bistro in Paris,” shared Puil. “During the Spring and Summer, you can dine on our sidewalk café, just like when in France.” Le Deauville even has French doors adorning the perimeter walls that open to the street during warmer temps. The menu expands upon the theme, offering a delectable array of Gallic gastronomy, including escargot, bouillabaisse Marseillaise, duck leg confit and the ever-popular Mussels and Frites. The French onion soup boasts a frothy composition, made with the perfect amount of broth, onion and cheese, while the bouillabaisse Marseillaise is comprised of an intoxicating fennel broth flavored with saffron that is replete with sea bass, salmon, shrimp and mussels.
Being a French restaurant, of course there’s also quite an emphasis given to the wine at Le Deauville, which hosts a regular crowd of connoisseurs in the bar area who enjoy pairing small plates with various vintages served by the glass. Appetizers are half price for happy hour, which is held Monday through Friday from 5 to 6:30 p.m., while the Monday night special is all-you-can-eat crepes (both sweet and savory), and the Tuesday night special is all-you-can-eat mussels, offering four different but equally tempting varieties. Puil also hosts a popular annual Bastille Day celebration at the restaurant each July, serving a menu that features a variety of special cocktails and extraordinary dinner selections. The event also features the popular French steel ball game petanque and live music. Le Deauville is open Mondays from 5-9 p.m., Tuesdays through Thursdays from 5-10 p.m. and Fridays through Saturdays from 5-11 p.m. Call 859-246-0999 or visit ledeauvillebistro.com for more information and to make reservations.
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Marseille is the home of bouillabaisse, where it was originally cooked by local fishermen as a simple, filling meal. It should include a variety of fish, including scorpion fish, to be truly authentic. Ingredients: • 4 large potatoes, sliced into 1 cm-thick pieces • 1 whole red mullet • 1 whole John Dory • 1 whole scorpion fish • 4 cod cutlets • 2 tbsp aioli • 2 tbsp rouille • 1 cup croutons • 700 g whole rockfish • 1 cod head
• 2 onions, chopped • 2 fennel bulbs, chopped • 6 garlic cloves, chopped • 750 ml (3 cups) white wine • 2 tbsp tomato paste • 2 tomatoes, chopped • Generous pinch salt • 1 tbsp ground sweet paprika • 1 tbsp saffron threads • 4 liters water
Procedure: To make the broth, place all ingredients in a large stockpot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for three hours. Place one large strainer on top of another over large saucepan, then strain the broth, pressing the fish into the strainer to extract all the rich flavors. Discard fish, reserving only the broth.
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2 Classic beef tartare, served here with fresh raw egg, greens and crostini. 3 Ambrosial tuna tartare served atop avocado, with greens, edible flowers and crostini.
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offers an easy way to add an instant pop of color and visual appeal to a bedroom, bathroom, living room, or Wallpaper kitchen. Luckily, with so many styles to choose from, it’s easy to find a wallpaper to suit most any taste. “Our biggest selling brand is Thibaut,” said Carolyn Finch, a wall covering specialist at Perspectives in Lexington. “They have such classic designs and have been in business since the 1800s. We sell tons of their papers. Our most popular sellers are their large florals or Asian-inspired designs, as well as grasses.”
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3 RECLAIMED INDUSTRIAL Reclaimed industrial wallcoverings mimic the look of exposed brick, textured wood, or corrugated metal, making them a perfect choice for those who love the urban-chic/modern-industrial feel of a trendy urban loft. GEOMETRICS With so many patterns to choose from, it’s easy to understand why geometric wallcoverings are always a popular option. Whether it’s an intricate lattice-like design or bold triangular arrangements, the repeating patterns of these papers lend balance and symmetry to any room. FLORALS & TROPICALS You don’t have to have a beach house to introduce some tropical-inspired designs into your home, thanks to the many sophisticated floral motifs available on the market today.
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ituated in the heart of Chevy Chase near downtown Lexington, this charming outdoor sanctuary boasts a large dining area, wading pool and several additional seating areas, along with a growing collection of art that adds a distinct sense of wonder to the garden spaces. One of these is a focal point that’s comprised of two fanciful chairs and a small matching table found by the garden owners on their travels out west, serving both decorative and functional purposes. The inviting spot is ideal for intimate conversations and was carefully laid out by Rich Thompson of RW Thompson Landscaping to align on a linear path with the nearby pool and dining areas. A stately brick perimeter wall gives the entire garden ample privacy and runs behind this exceptional seating area, which is flanked by a variety of mature plantings, including boxwoods and magnolias. “We’ve been working on this garden and managing the plantings with our clients and family friends for more than 15 years,” he said. More recently, we have expanded upon its outdoor living space.” Just the right number of decorative planters can be seen tucked here and there among the stonework, lending pops of color and texture that always work in perfect concert with the garden’s larger structural elements.
“I like to incorporate changeable perennials and annuals throughout the garden where it makes sense,” Thompson shared. The metal pergola that adorns the outdoor dining space is elevated just a bit above the pool to enhance the area’s flow, while the surrounding garden beds feature limestone edging, offering a sense of both connection and separation all at once. The table and chairs sit atop finely crushed stone surrounded by turf, while stepping stones lead past the grill to the kitchen door, so everything is easy to access but never feels crowded. As part of the property’s many upgrades over the years, Thompson has re-engineered the entire space surrounding the outdoor dining room and swimming pool, excavating the area and taking it down several feet before adding several limestone steps. This twotiered effect blends perfectly with the landscaping around the nearby pool and successfully marries the old with the new. “We specialize in renovation and creating outdoor living spaces, striving for a simple aesthetic with the appearance of having been in place for a long time,” Thompson said. “We know how to make historic homes and properties shine, and understand how to best improve upon the existing foundation.”
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On portions of this project, Thompson also worked around a massive poplar tree, which is original to the garden and offers a nice amount of shade at certain times of day. For the pool, they minimized the hardscape and opted for simple limestone coping and decking to lend the space a refined feel, with a patio that still offers plenty of room for extra seating and connects with several stairs that lead up to a cheerful sunroom. “In the end, we created several outdoor living areas that make the most of the available space and preserve the property’s incredible privacy,” shared Thompson. “The simple, elegant lines of the hardscape work with the natural colors and textures of the plantings to give a timeless, inviting feel to the garden.” 1 Hens and chicks lend texture in the form of perfect rosettes, nestled here among the ivy and verbena in one of the garden owner’s decorative planters. 2 A whimsical pair of chairs with a small matching table was found by the garden owners on their travels out west and serves both a functional and artistic purpose here, offering an ideal spot to enjoy an evening cocktail that doubles as a focal point in the garden. Two mature boxwoods and a magnolia are among the mature plantings visible here. 3 Ethereal white geraniums cascade down from one of the many planters that can always be found throughout the garden, seen perched here atop one of the property’s original limestone walls, which date back to the 1940’s and were refurbished with the help of McAllister Stone.
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10 4 Situated behind one of the garden’s enticing seating areas, this fragment of architectural salvage-turned-art-piece was picked up by the garden owners on one of their many travels and provides a sense of structure among the vinca and ivy that adorns the brick wall that encircles this hidden in-town garden. 5 A copper windmill sways with the breeze here, standing in endless, effortless watch before a mature holly that is original to the property. 6 A classic design with a modern twist defines this outdoor dining area, which is crowned by a striking metal structure designed with the help of the homeowner. The open, pergola-style roof and a large poplar tree nearby provide the ideal amount of shade, while natural stones and a variety of carefully-selected plantings lend a soft, natural feel to the space. 7 Custom-built from the ground up to mimic the home’s original limestone hardscape and nestled here among the boxwoods with a built-in bench nearby, the grill is conveniently located between the outdoor dining area and the kitchen access door. 8 A playful fountain brought back from the garden owner’s far-flung travels has been plumbed into the pool and is carefully centered with the main door on the back of the home to create a simple yet elegant focal point, backed by lush green foliage that includes hostas, magnolias and small white bobo hydrangeas.
9 Perfectly-pruned boxwoods and several varieties of compact white roses lend just the right amount of color and texture to the beds surrounding the grill, kitchen access door and outdoor dining area. The steps were added in the original limestone wall with the help of McAlister Stone, when this area was excavated and dropped down several feet to create a two-tiered effect. 10 The garden’s clever layout and its mature poplar tree are both on full display in this expansive view, giving an overview of the different areas, which are all perfectly set up for entertaining and discretely interconnected with one another.
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Space:
The Luxury of
Magnificent Master Baths By Kirsten E. Silven
1 Dazzling floor-to-ceiling artwork serves as a provocative focal point here, while a marble-finish soaking tub continues the clean, polished feel of this space, which has plenty of natural light from a wall of windows that look out onto a private courtyard. Photo courtesy of Axis Mundi.
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Hardware also offers a chance to intensify the experiences of a room’s design, providing a sense of contrast against the other colors and materials. “We have been seeing more painted cabinets than stained recently,” said Jack Logsdon of Whitis Cabinets in Somerset. “Storage is also key, and there are countless customized storage options available for master baths today, ranging from makeup drawers to pull-out accessory holders that are designed specifically to hold curling irons, hair dryers, straighteners and other items.” Logsdon also said quartz countertops are currently king, citing the unprecedented durability, beauty and color variety that quartz provides. Still, he is mostly seeing countertops in shades of white, gray and white with black or gray veins these days, replacing the darker colors and other neutral shades that once dominated the designs of the day. In today’s master baths, large, uninterrupted walls of stone, plaster or concrete can also provide a sense of permanence and work well in today’s more minimalist spaces, which tend to be uncluttered, with each object of the design being carefully selected for a specific purpose, look and feel. “Large-format sheets of porcelain tile, sized four to eight feet so it can cover entire shower walls, is definitely making an impact in the design world,” confirmed senior designer Debra Willett Hupman, ASID Allied, CKD, CBD, of
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Creative Kitchen and Bath. “A modern aesthetic is occurring, even in our more traditional market, which is a wonderful trend to see!” Hupman went on to say that a neutral, spa-like feel is still all the rage, with gray and white still serving as the go-to colors, but she has also seen a growing movement toward soft taupe and creamy beige for new color options on tile, cabinetry and accessories. Warm brushed brass is currently one of the most popular options for faucets, trim and light fixtures, while beautiful accent tiles, traditional mosaics and textured or patterned mosaic tiles with mirrored accents are currently top choices if you want to provide a subtle splash in a room’s design. “Although most people still want their light fixtures to have a clean, classic look, the finishes have been updated,” revealed lighting consultant William Branham of Brecher’s Lighting. Black and brassy finishes are popular right now, with a clear textured or seedy glass, while chrome and nickel finishes also remain strong.” Of course, lighting is key in any bathroom and Branham also recommends taking a close look at the existing light fixtures before you demo a master bath, since evaluating what was there can provide ideas to improve upon or soften the room with new light sources.
There has also been a dramatic uptick in recent years among people who are “aging in place,” which basically involves growing old in your own home instead of moving to a retirement community or assisted living facility. Of course, aging brings new risks regardless of where you live, and the master bathroom is a great place to start when preparing any home for someone who wishes to stay in familiar surroundings as they grow older. Continued. on next page.. 2 Clean lines and matte black painted cabinetry handcrafted by Barber Cabinet Company is complete here with functioning drawers, working with the frothy white freestanding soaking tub, frosted glass window, oversized tile flooring set on the diagonal and careful blend of chrome and stainless hardware to complete the look in this Louisville-area former Homearama residence. Photo courtesy of Barber Cabinet Company. 3 Sporting a traditional flair with a modern twist, this clean, uncluttered oasis features a sleek white thassos marble floor that is both timeless and on-trend, offering a stark contrast to the painted vanities. The arabescatto marble countertops and tub have just the right blend of white with black veining, while the marble mosaic on the shower walls provides a clean, modern design with real impact. Traditional mirrors are positioned side-by-side, flanked by light sconces in a more contemporary design for a subtle blending of styles. Photo, design and installation by Creative Kitchen & Bath.
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“I think accommodating aging in place needs is one of the most important elements of master bathroom design,” stated Laura Dalzell, owner of Cabinets and Designs. “This doesn’t necessarily mean designing for wheelchair use or building curbless showers, especially since the majority of older people will only need to use a cane or walker. Additionally, ‘younger’ people who are recovering from knee and hip replacements or other temporary conditions would also benefit from the improved accessibility of a well-designed bathroom.” Appliance Specialist Frank Kahanic of Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery agrees that aging in place is often top of mind, adding that “upscale downsizing” among empty nesters often includes creating a real sanctuary in the master bath. “Custom touches and nicer finishes, such as steam showers, Carrera marble and quartz surfaces are in demand among all age groups, as are frameless glass shower enclosures with no threshold, which feature linear drains that slope gently back with no center dip for an ultra-clean look,” Kahanic said. 4 By using subdued, timeless materials and colors for the permanent elements of this new bathroom, designer Laura Dalzell, owner of Cabinets and Designs, left room for the homeowners to have fun and add sparks of color from their art collection to the space. When you start with a beautiful, long-lasting base and work from there, accessories and art can easily be switched out whenever the seasons (or moods!) change. Photo by Walt Roycraft, courtesy of Cabinets and Designs.
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Finally, it’s important to note that, if any room deserves a touch of extra luxury, it’s the master bath! Regardless of your own personal sense of style, this secluded space is the ideal location for a bit of glam, from delicate chandeliers and elegant hardware to sleek painted vanities, high-end wallpaper and sumptuous natural stone, there are endless options to lend a lavish, comfortable feel to the most intimate of interior spaces.
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5 A deep soaking tub and floorto-ceiling marble tile complete with decorative accents on the shower walls creates a striking effect in this lavish master bath, which also boasts heated wood-look tile flooring, floating cabinets and recessed lighting. Photo courtesy of Toll Brothers.
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6 With an oversized freestanding soaking tub, walk-in shower and soft neutral tones on the tile floor and quartz countertops, this luxurious master bath truly brings the outdoors in! A wall of floor-toceiling windows look out onto a private courtyard, which is home to a Zen-like garden space that’s complete with a rain shower and round soaking tub. Photo courtesy of Toll Brothers. 7 This extended master bath has a walk-in shower, with 18inch ceramic tile on the walls and floor in muted, neutral tones and an inviting freestanding soaking tub set on the diagonal, with separate granite-topped his-and-her vanities in a sleek painted black tone, while a mix of chrome with brushed nickel hardware completes the look. Photo courtesy of Maracay Homes.
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8 Expansive his-and-her vanities offer ample counter space, while a freestanding soaking tub has been reimagined here with a contemporary edge and hexagonal floor tiles bring just the right amount of shimmer to the space, which also boasts a colossal walk-in shower with two bench seats and floor-to-ceiling marble tile. Photo courtesy of Dering Hall.
9 Oversized wood-look tile flooring in soft tones of dove-gray serves as a beautiful base in this dreamy master bath, which was brought to life by Castlebuilt Homes and also features natural stone tiles in the walk-in shower with bench seating. Contemporary custom cabinetry in alternating hues of creamy white and gloss black offers ample storage, while elegant plumbing hardware from the Delta Vero Collection at Willis Klein completes the look. Photo courtesy of Willis Klein.
10 Open shelving and a massive oval freestanding soaking tub create a real spa-like atmosphere in this modern space, which also boasts large-format tile flooring in a creamy neutral tone and a floor-to-ceiling fountain that serves both as a backdrop for the tub and a focal point, while also providing a bit of separation in the open floor plan of this master bathroom. Photo courtesy of Toll Brothers.
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4 4 Summer in Kentucky Artist Crayon & Oil Pastel 14.75” x 21.5” “The work talks to you,” Rollins said of this moment in Kentucky he captured. “It was a sultry summer morning in Owensboro and the heat and humidity of a sticky day were coming up,” he explained. “I wanted the radiance of that time of the year to come through the work.”
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ouisville-based painter Martin Rollins is a Derby City native who does not shy away from the notion of inspiration and reflection. “Living in the town where I grew up,” he explained, “I am aware of how much Louisville is changing, but also of its inherent physical and atmospheric qualities.” What Kentucky lacks in ocean beaches and towering peaks, it makes up for with a diverse landscape and distinct seasons that accentuate its lighting throughout the year. “Those effects of light and shadow constantly enliven the look and feel of both the architecture and the natural areas,” Rollins said. Rollins works in a representational way. “For a realist, the sky is light blue,” he explained. His work represents the world, “Where the sky is turquoise.” Rollins is interested in the mood of color relationships, reaching outside of realism for something more personal and evocative. “I work expressively in that I will alter the form and colors of the work to reflect my own thoughts and feelings about the artwork or subject matter,” he explained. Rollins works with artist crayons, which he described as dense pigment with the consistency of lipstick, and also with oil pastels. These materials provide a range of techniques that allow him to pursue his aims with color and expression as he creates, adjusts and manipulates evolving images. “I might begin by creating an ink wash drawing on paper, then layer over that with thin artist crayons and then add a thicker layer of oil pastels,” he said.
The mediums in his work interact with the smooth paper surface in a way that lets Rollins leave his signature mark-making, visual reminders that the audience is interpreting a representational painting rather than viewing a realistic photograph. “I want my hand in my work,” he said. “My fingerprints are the physical presence of my work.” Reflecting on his growth as an artist, Rollins said he has become more aware of his process. As an undergraduate student at the Louisville School of Art and a graduate student at the University of Cincinnati, he was motivated by his passion and energy to generate artwork. “As an older artist, I reflect and ruminate on the life and artistic experiences that inform me artistically as I develop a work.” Those life and artistic experiences include his role as a teacher, facilitator, presenter, curator and panelist throughout Kentucky’s art community and educational system. “I think the goal of any educator is to light an interest on the part of others, to help them make their world a bit bigger,” he said. “When it comes down to it, most people enjoy learning and connecting with others as they do so.”
Readers can connect with Rollins’ at Crescent Moon Studio, located in the Clifton neighborhood of Louisville. His work is currently represented exclusively by the B. Deemer Gallery in Louisville. His artistic endeavors can be found on Facebook at Crescent Moon Studios and online at www.martinrollins.net.
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6 Labor Day Artist Crayon & Oil Pastel - 15.75” x 23.25” “A poignant end of summer,” is how Rollins described this home at the end of the warm season. “The summer has gotten away, and whatever has happened this day has happened.” Compared to Memorial Day, which depicts the scene at a different point in time, the light in this painting is coming from the west and has more embers.
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Rollins painted The Frog Pond and La Grenouillere to explore two ways of seeing the same subject and having two different things to say. “Balanced against the ideal landscape of La Grenouillere, The Frog Pond captures more of the nitty gritty,” he explained. “The trees, which are figurative for me, are gathered around like people at the scene of an accident.” 8 The Frog Pond Artist Crayon & Oil Pastel 20.5” x 44”
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9 The Snowy Night Artist Crayon & Oil Pastel 17.25” x 25.25” Rollins began with a kernel of idea. “From there, I had six or seven versions as jumping-off points.” The final painting, he said, is not a traditional snow scene. “The sky was gray, leaning into lavender, and the street lights left an odd orange on the snow.”
10 Once in October Artist Crayon & Oil Pastel 28.25” x 20.75” A Louisville native, Rollins first visited this building as a child when an art teacher invited his class to celebrate the end of summer. “Over time, buildings become like people you know,” he said.
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1 In 1796, planter and distiller Lottimore Hayden built the Hayden Farmhouse on the banks of the Hinkston Creek in Nicholas County. Looking to retire in a historic home with land, Suzie and Dennis Sinnett purchased the 4,500 square foot Federal-style home and 113 acres of land six years ago. The home’s floors and transoms were harvested from trees on the farm. The bricks were made on the banks of the creek.
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orn and raised in Annapolis, Maryland, Suzie and Dennis Sinnett lived throughout the United States and in Europe during his career with the U.S. Navy. With her sister and parents in Cincinnati, Ohio, Suzie Sinnett began looking for an older home with land closer to family where she and Dennis could retire. “We moved to Kentucky for this house,” she said. “And we love it here.” Here is the historic Hayden Farmhouse in Nicholas County. Built in 1796 with timber from the property and bricks made on the banks of the nearby Hinkston Creek, the working farmhouse belonged to planter and distiller Lottimore Hayden and his wife Mary Bryan. It is believed that Daniel Boone, Mary’s uncle, spent time at the farmhouse. The history of the brick Federal-style home spoke to the Sinnetts, as did the setting, privacy and views of the 113 acres that came with the property. “Being in the military and moving every two years, we think of ourselves as the original house flippers; we weren’t afraid of the work an older home would entail.” The work would entail one significant task before the Sinnetts could move in. “My husband is 6’4” and the original door height was 5’8”.” The walls of the house are three bricks thick, so once the wood transoms that held the doors were removed, a brick mason was tasked with removing each layer of brick in the walls to an even height above 6’6”. The bricks were then repointed and the wood transoms reinstalled.
“The door levels look uniform,” Sinnett said, “But the two in the living room are off a few inches based on the placement of the original brick laying.” Scott Wilson Carpentry found and installed the proper wood to match the historic trim. Other local craftsmen were also pivotal to the home renovations. “Mike with Dunn and Sons Construction out of Carlisle, Ky. did all the exterior work, redid the garage we turned into guest quarters and handled unexpected drainage issues in the basement,” said Sinnett. The rear patio paths and exterior landscaping were done by Landworks Farms in Paris, Ky. While crews worked on the house, the Sinnetts lived and worked in Tallahassee, Fla. “I commuted for about three years,” she recalled. “I would be here for a few months to complete a project and then fly back to Florida for a while.” Sinnett, a designer and antique dealer, worked with Kimberly Clay and Jerry Shrout at Thoroughbred Antique Gallery in Lexington, Ky. to source and assist with the antiques and design for the home. When working with clients of her own, Sinnett focuses on how they want their home’s function to fit the aesthetic. “A client requested a desk in the master bedroom and I asked if she kept a tidy or messy desk,” said Sinnett, going on to explain that the desk could be a focal point or tucked away from view depending on how the client felt about the look of a working desk. “How do you live in the house and what drives you crazy?” she asked with a laugh.
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2 With plenty of natural light and stunning views of the property, the Sinnetts live in the home’s family room. “We renivated the wood-burning fireplace that was original to the house,” Sinnett explained. The leather seating and blue linen Chesterfield sofa add to the room’s cozy atmosphere.
For Sinnett, a sense of functionality was key to her aesthetic. “We don’t have livestock, but with the fields and dogs and future plans for the land, we wanted to keep the home and its design authentic,” she explained. “We want guests to feel they can come and go wearing their boots and not panic about getting something dirty or scuffed.” Sinnett’s functional sensibilities pair with the refined elegance of the 18th century French and English country furniture she has collected over the years. “Solid and livable, but pretty,” she said. Sinnett described French country as furniture with curved lines made of fruit woods such as walnut and cherry, accented with earth tones and toiles. English country furniture is associated with straighter lines, “Practical furniture that could be made in the barn from the abundance of pine in the area.” These pieces would have been decorated with softer colors and woolen plaids. Sinnett’s collection of French and English country antiques was a fluid fit for the home. “The big, open areas made it easy to move furniture in and out,” she said. “Everything we had worked. The house fell together very easily.” Sinnett worked with the natural light to determine the purpose and setting for the open spaces. Tables are placed to look outside with ease while eating meals and the TV and window treatments are set up to prevent glare on the screen. “The original floor plan was there, and we embraced it,” Sinnett said of her home.
3 “In a typical Federal home, the staircase would be a focal point in the entry,” said Sinnett. The Hayden Farmhouse staircase is set to the side in the corner of the home, seemingly influenced by Shaker or Quaker styles where stairs were hidden, Sinnett explained. It could also be a reflection of the functionality of the working farmhouse. “We know other homes in the area have similar styles, but we haven’t found answers to our questions about the design.” The room at the base of the stairs is now used for entertaining and has an original built-in cupboard that mirrors one in the dining room.
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4 The dining room includes the home’s original, builtin cupboards that provide upper and lower storage. Additional storage is located in the Old English bench that doubles as seating for the pine table. With no overhead lighting in the dining room, Sinnett fashioned shutters she found in Savannah with sconces from France to hang on the wall. The gas fireplace adds to room’s ambiance. 5 The home’s newest addition, a back entry with a mud room and powder room, shows the exposed brick of the original exterior masonry. “With no recessed lighting in the house, we have to make the most of the light fixtures,” Sinnett said of the chandelier. 6 “The original home dates to 1796,” explained Sinnett, “And based on notes we’ve seen, the kitchen was added anywhere from 1818 to 1830.” Renovations since then exposed beams and opened the ceiling to two stories. The oven and stove are now set in what was an open, cooking fireplace. In keeping with the rustic feel of a working farmhouse, the Sinnetts chose unpolished marble for the countertops and backsplash.
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9 7 & 8 In what would have been a children’s area lined with bunk beds in the original home, the Sinnetts created an open guest space. The entertainment section has a maritime replica of a masthead hanging above the fireplace. “We purchased that seahorse at a historical museum,” Sinnett said of the nod to her husband’s service in the U.S. Navy. Exposed beams run the length of the upstairs room. “Design-wise, we kept a similar paint color so the space would be as light and airy as the downstairs,” Sinnett said. The light color also allows the beams to serve as the focal and uniting point of the open area.
9 Soft window treatments provide open views and allow plenty of light to saturate the master bedroom. Layering on top of the large sisal rug gives the floor additional cushion and definition. Sinnett collected the antique pine furniture over her years as a designer. The room has two baths; his features a built-in tiled shower stall and hers features a tub shower.
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1 This nine-story condominium building in downtown Lexington includes a restaurant and a covered parking structure. Tenants can own or rent a home in this desirable locale.
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Downtown Lexington condo at The Woodlands is a hit with second generation owners By Robin Roenker Photography by Walt Roycraft
orking with designer Andra Gyor of Janice’s at the Saltbox, a Lexington couple breathed new life into the seventh-floor condo at The Woodlands they inherited from the husband’s parents. Gyor—who has worked with both generations of the family for years on multiple projects—first designed the space in 2008 to fit the style of the elder residents. Then, when the younger husband and wife moved into the two-bedroom, two-bath condo in 2018, Gyor worked to simplify and re-envision the décor of the space to better match their style and design aesthetic. “This was an especially fun project because I have had such a close relationship with all four of these individuals personally,” Gyor said. “And I really wanted this condominium to live on to the second generation—to make [the new homeowners] feel like they weren’t living in their parents’ house. I wanted it to transcend to their generation.” A Fresh Design Achieving the look the new homeowners desired required no construction or even repainting. With the help of Gyor’s skilled design eye, the current owners found the style they wanted simply by reupholstering the furnishings and streamlining the draperies and fabrics that already filled the home. “Having a longstanding relationship with these clients is wonderful because there’s a level of trust there,” Gyor said. “They trusted me to do what’s right for them. And for a designer, that means everything.” When deciding to downsize to the condominium, the current homeowners sold their previous farmhouse property fully furnished. So, they knew going into the redesign that they’d be using all the furnishings already in the condo.
“We recovered nearly a hundred percent of the upholstery that the first generation had left,” Gyor explained. “That was a key way of moving the space more toward [the current homeowner’s] style. For instance, in the living room, the sofa and two love seats had originally been a quilted floral fabric, but we replaced it with a straight velvet in Persian blue.” Blue and white are a favorite of the current owners, so Gyor worked to incorporate that color interplay throughout the redesign. In the master bedroom, which was already painted blue, Gyor replaced the former, bolder print bedspread with a solid white, matelassé spread “to help calm the room down,” she said. (She also lightened the space by removing the window valance with swags and jabots, leaving only the straight floral curtains. “The simpler style worked perfectly for them,” said Gyor.) Gyor found that, sometimes, a reduction in décor was all that was needed to freshen the space. Case in point: the new homeowners originally wanted to remove the bold floral wallpaper the previous generation had installed in the guest bathroom. But by stripping the room of the former owners’ art and whatnot shelves—in order to allow the design of the paper to be the star of the room—Gyor was able to convince the new owners that the wallpaper worked in the space perfectly. Both the former and current owners have deep ties to the Kentucky Thoroughbred industry, so much of the new owners’ personal artifacts—including, particularly the framed equine prints and awards hanging in the keeping room, or den, off the kitchen—relate to their work in that industry.
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2 The current owners are also avid art collectors, so Gyor was able to help them integrate many of their prized paintings into the redesign of the condo. “One of the ways that we made it our own was by adding the artwork that we had collected through the years,” said the homeowner. So, for example, while the antique table and sideboard in the dining room were already present at the condo, the current homeowners were able to personalize the room by adding their own décor items—such as a wall painting depicting their children when they were young, as well as their own silver pieces, books, equine prints, and other decorative touches that fill the built-in bookshelves. “All of the small decorative pieces were things that we brought in, which helped make it ours,” said the homeowner. “But the furniture had been [her husband’s] parents’.” A New Chapter Moving from a horse farm to a downtown Lexington condominium presented quite a lifestyle change for the current owners, but it’s one they’ve relished. The homeowners say the roughly 2,700-square foot residence is the perfect size for the two of them, and they each even have their own dedicated office space—the husband’s desk is set up off the kitchen, while the wife’s is in the master bedroom. Living downtown has been ideal as well, they said. “We just love it at The Woodlands. We find there’s more hours in our day now, having lived on a farm and now living in downtown [without the demands of exterior property upkeep]. There’s just more hours in your day. It’s unbelievable,” the homeowner said. “I mean, we walk a lot of places. We walk over to UK a lot. We walk to church, we walk to lunch, we walk to the movie theater. It’s just such a great location.”
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3 2 In the living room, Gyor reupholstered the couch and love seats, removing their previous floral pattern and replacing it with a soft, inviting Persian blue. The simpler color scheme appealed to the new homeowners’ streamlined aesthetic—as well as their love of blue. The Oriental area rug was brought into the space by the new owners as another means of making the space their own.
3 The den, or keeping room, sits just off the main living room and connects with the home’s kitchen. The walls are covered in a coral-colored grasscloth, which adds texture and warmth to the room. The loveseat already present in the room was recovered in a soft cream, and the new homeowners purchased the light blue chair and paisley ottoman from Janice’s at the Saltbox to complete the sitting area. The equine paintings and racing silks reference the homeowners’ ties to the Thoroughbred industry. The built-in cabinets keep the room’s television hidden when not in use.
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4 The current owners initially considered taking down the English handprinted wallpaper, which features a bold, floral design. By stripping away the previous owners’ art and shelves of collectibles, Gyor was able to give the room a fresh, trimmed-down look, allowing the wallpaper to be the star of the space. The print of the nude above the commode is from the new owners’ art collection. 5 The kitchen boasts sleek, uncluttered countertops, as the current homeowner prefers a clean workspace. The original wallpaper was kept, though the new owners did replace the former, silver faucet with a brass one to update the room. The new owners especially love the ample storage throughout the kitchen, which also features a walk-in pantry (not shown). 6 The dining room is home to striking pieces of antique furniture, including a dining table and sideboard that the previous generation brought to the condo. The new owners personalized the space by installing favorite pieces of their own décor, including a painting of their children when they were young as well as silver pieces, ceramics, books, and other memorabilia that line the built-in bookshelves.
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7 Blue and white toile wallpaper lines the hallway leading from the master bedroom to the master bath. During the 2008 redesign, David Gregory added custom cabinetry in the his-and-her closets as well as the bathroom (shown). Antique Chippendale mirrors hang over the dual vanities. 8 The master bedroom is painted in a striking bluegray, which lends a bold depth of color to the room. The existing floral draperies were kept, though Gyor stripped away the former valance as a way of lightening the space. “Although I love swags and jabots, it really made this room feel heavy,” Gyor said. The white matelassé bedspread, which replaces a former floral spread, also helps calm the room and picks up on the blue-white color interplay that’s a favorite of the homeowners. “She took it from being a more formal room and scaled it back. We really like what it is now,” said the current homeowner.
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HOUSE CREDITS Interior Design Andra Gyor, Janice’s at the Saltbox Custom Cabinetry & Design David Gregory Renovation Kyle Meserve, Meserve Contracting Lighting & Furnishings Janice’s at the Saltbox
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A grand entrance shaded by mature hardwoods sets an idyllic scene for the home’s front elevation, which is a classic example of the Greek Revival style of architecture that was so popular in the United States and Europe during the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries. A separate garage is connected to the house by a colonnade and just visible to the right in this view, while a series of gently-arched windows mimic the elegant Palladian transom above the main entrance.
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2 Situated just off the entryway and spanning 40 feet across, the formal living room (or parlor, as you will) is a study in sophistication, with an award-winning antique Italian hand-carved cabinet taking center stage and several distinct seating areas to create a natural sense of flow. The custom window treatments help to balance the space, while rugs from J.D. Staron work with a sofa, two armchairs and a coffee table from Ebanista to complete the look.
estled in the heart of our legendary Kentucky bluegrass, inhabiting a majestic, bucolic setting befitting of the farm’s storied past, this stately residence offers a captivating glimpse into days gone by, but has its sights firmly set on the future. Built in the 1860’s, the historic home and surrounding 350-acre farm was purchased by its current owners in 2003; a move that was immediately followed by nearly three years of renovation to create the masterpiece we see here today.
The interior employs a soft, neutral color palette throughout, characterized by carefully chosen mid tones to create a pale, subtle transition from room to room. A new addition modernized the floor plan without compromising the original structure, while the addition of an elevator in lieu of the original second staircase allows for easy transport of suitcases and other items to the second floor. “The overall look and feel evolved along with the project, which is always interesting to me as a designer,” shared Liza.
“The house was already very pretty and formal,” shared L.A.-based interior designer Liza Whitcraft, who helped spearhead the project. “Initially, we didn’t think it would take more than eight months to renovate, but we ended up taking it down to the brick.”
The master bedroom ceiling was opened up to create a grand, vaulted sanctuary, while custom touches throughout the home lend an exclusive feel to virtually every aspect of its design. This includes hand-cut molding and the finest traditional Italian fabrics, as well as de Gournay wallpaper, J.D. Staron rugs and accessories from Fortuni, to name just a few of the many extraordinary surprises that are just waiting to be discovered by those with a discerning eye.
Today, nearly every inch of the interior is new, including all walls, wiring and utilities, but every aspect of the renovation kept the home’s historic integrity intact. Parts of the floorplan have also been reconfigured, while all of the moldings, doors, windows and other interior trim was meticulously hand-cut to scale, taking the ceiling heights and room dimensions into careful consideration. “We still wanted the home to look like it was built in the 1800’s,” Liza said. “And we definitely wanted to keep a sense of dignity and formality in the final design.” Although the home required more work than originally anticipated, everything was updated to modern standards with an eye toward the time period when it was built. “This project was truly remarkable because every single room has been beautifully renovated, not just the common areas,” shared Greg Padgett of Padgett Construction, who worked on the project. “We added around 3,000 square feet of living space to the house and also reworked the original front stairwell to stabilize the structure and bring everything up to current standards.”
“The magnificent gloss black range by La Cornue has a distinctly European industrial feel and is very well insulated,” shared Frank Kahanic, Senior Appliance Specialist at Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery. “The color, style, size and configuration is unique, and was totally customized just for this kitchen, requiring an 18-week lead time prior to delivery.” Kahanic worked closely with Debra Hupman of Creative Kitchen & Bath to ensure that all appliances would be completely concealed behind the custom cabinetry in the finished design, which also includes a healthy steam oven, two dishwashers and a variety of convenient refrigeration drawers. The countertops and decorative backsplash feature a breathtaking bookend marble with striking purple veins, while wide-plank flooring and recessed lighting complete the look. Sure to retain its rightful place among our state’s most noteworthy private properties, every inch of this historic home’s current iteration honors its legendary past with an eye toward the future, preserving an essential piece of local history for generations to come.
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3 The formal entryway boasts the home’s original staircase, light fixture and ceiling medallion, while the parkay floor is crafted using reclaimed wood from France that was found at Francoise & Co. in Nashville. The intricate dental molding seen here above the entrance to the parlor on the left is mimicked on the home’s exterior, while the incredible de Gournay wallpaper creates a continuous mural that winds up the stairwell to the second-floor landing. 4 The trophy room just off the formal living room leads out to a side patio and provides the perfect alcove to display the farm’s long history of impressive winnings.
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6 6 A substantial antique refractory table has been repurposed here in the formal dining room, which opens to a brick patio and also offers easy access to both the entryway and the kitchen. A wet bar is also just visible here, conveniently situated adjacent to the dining room, which makes entertaining a breeze.
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5 Hidden behind stunning floor-toceiling custom cabinetry, the open-concept kitchen boasts a wide variety of custom touches, including a pizza oven and two dishwashers, as well as a 72-inch refrigerator. The magnificent gloss black range by La Cornue was completely customized for this space to include bronze and brushed nickel accents, with two ovens— one gas and one electric. The custom range hood is grey with mixed metal accents, from Francois & Co.
7 Part of the new addition, a dramatic coffered ceiling and ample natural light create an elegant and inviting feel in the home’s intimate family room, which lies adjacent to the kitchen and opens to a screened-in porch and a brick side patio.
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8 One of the farm’s beloved canine residents is warming up in front of the custom gloss black La Cornue range, which features striking bronze and brushed nickel accents. 9 A downstairs 8 powder room is tucked in off the main entryway, featuring custom wallpaper that depicts a famous race at the exact moment when one of the farm’s horses won by a nose! The actual bridles of the two leading horses are also framed on the wall, and the race itself even starts playing when the light comes on. The exquisite vanity was found at Willis Klein and boasts a marble basin with brass legs.
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10 This delightful ladies’ conversation room opens to the first-floor guest bedroom and features a more feminine feel, with a Fortuni light fixture and Recamier sofa, also known as a fainting couch. 11 With soaring vaulted ceilings and a soothing color palette, the master bedroom is a stylish refuge featuring a bonnet canopy and traditional fabrics throughout. A television is neatly hidden in the chest at the foot of the bed, while the en suite master bath lies through the doorway to the left in this view. 12 Boasting a fabulous view of the farm, this sitting room is adjacent to the master suite, offering comfortable seating, a trey ceiling and recessed lighting.
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13 Plenty of workspace and comfortable seating works with soft neutral tones and textures in this second-floor guest bedroom, which also boasts a Timothy Oulton metal desk and a Dennis and Leen trunk at the foot of the bed.
14 Rich floor-to-ceiling walnut adorns this masculine sitting room, which is located in the original part of the home on the second floor. Offering the ideal place to enjoy coffee in the morning and bourbon at night, the cabinet here was handcrafted by Shelby Reynolds of Morningside Woodcrafters to contain a full wet bar complete with a coffee maker, sink and ice maker.
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HOUSE CREDITS Interior Design Liza Whitcraft
General Contractor Greg Padgett, Padgett Construction
Assistant Designer Jennifer Higgins of Metamorphosis Studios
Window Treatments & Upholstery Schnabel-Cashman Interiors Wallpaper Robert Steele
Kitchen Design Frank Kahanic & Angie Farmer of Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery Architect Tom Wilmes, Wilmes & Associates
Cabinetry Debra Hupman, Creative Kitchen & Bath
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Castle & Key Distillery Tucked into the heart of bourbon country, this one-of-a-kind distillery offers over a century of local history.
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ocated in Millville, just outside of Frankfort, Castle & Key Distillery is the true birthplace of bourbon tourism. Originally the Old Taylor Distillery, the company was founded by E.H. Taylor Jr in 1887 and featured a castle, springhouse and sunken garden. As a pioneer and influential businessman in the bourbon industry, Taylor was passionate about providing excellent product and unequaled hospitality. After his death and several change in hands, the property was eventually abandoned and fell into disrepair. The gem that was previously the Old Taylor Distillery was rediscovered by Will Arvin, in 2014. Together with founding partner Wes Murry, he worked to restore the iconic property and build a new brand: Castle & Key Distillery. Now, the historic distillery offers visitors a chance to step into the past, while enjoying handcrafted, from scratch vodka and gin products distilled on site. “Whether you’re a local or visiting the area, it’s a must see that has something for everyone to enjoy,” says Sachi Howard, Marketing Manager at Castle & Key. The restored property offers many unique features not found at other distilleries including the original Boiler Room, now acting as a gift shop and the keyhole shaped springhouse, which Taylor himself designed. Counter 17, a walk up bar, is located in the historic Taylorton Station train depot on site and Warehouse B, also on the property, is the longest aging warehouse of its design in the world. “There’s something special about stepping inside a warehouse with so much history in the heart of bourbon country,” Howard says.
There is also a botanical garden on the property where a variety of herbs and botanicals used in the drinks served on site are grown. The garden features a quarter mile long walking trail open to all guests for exploring. “Whether it’s Springtime cocktails by Glenns Creek or holiday shopping in our Boiler Room, each season offers a unique backdrop and experience,” adds Howard. Visitors can get a closer look through two unique experiences. “The Castle & Key Experience is 1.5 hours long and offers a behind the scenes look into the process and place where we create our spirits,” explains Howard. “It provides a deeper dive into the rich history of our homeplace and guides guests throughout the property including the Castle, Springhouse, warehouses and gardens before ending with a cocktail tasting of our spirits.” At 45 minutes, the Taylorton Experience is focused more directly on gin distillation and concludes in the restored Taylorton Station train depot. There guests can choose cocktails based on the unique botanicals selected for the Castle and Key gin recipe. From the beginning, the founders and team at Castle & Key have focused on continuing Taylor’s legacy of hospitality. “He was a master of hospitality, and when we launched our brand it was critical that our hospitality was unparalleled and every day we aim to achieve that goal,” says Howard. “Delivering an above and beyond guest experience with an exceptional team is something we’ve worked extremely hard to build and we’re really proud of that.”
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Beautifully renovated home on a 10 acre tract just minutes from town and surrounded by horse farms.
1105 Chetford Dr
1006 Edgewater Dr
4181 Tradition Way
$395,000
521 S. Mill St #1-4 $175,000ea.
Move in ready townhome featuring 9’ ceilings & open floor plan. Extended courtyard w/ stone pavers, iron gate.
4 units avail., 1BR/1BA/980SF ea. Walk to UK! Fresh paint. Vaulted Great Rm. Eat-in Kitchen. Laundry Rm. incl W/D.
$519,700
Stately home on .38ac backs to green space in Andover Forest! Fin Bsmt. Updated: Master Bath, windows, doors.
$489,000
All brick ranch w/new hardwood, fresh paint. Family Rm w/FP & built-ins. 2 Master Stes. Fin Bsmt. Many updates!
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424 Adair Road Remodeled, Open Layout, 4 Bedroom & 4.5 Bath Ranch. Amazing Master Suite with his & her walk-in closets. Great room with wet bar. Kitchen with butlers pantry & large island. Exceptional! $1,399,000 Kevin Martin 859-619-3232
133 Eastover Drive Exquisite home with 3000 sq. ft. Whole house has been refurbished. Guest quarters above garage include a bedroom and full bath. Extras include all new windows, generator & koi pond. $759,000 Becky Mobley 859-321-0819
1593Leesburg Pike 51 acre farm with a 3400 sq. ft. home, guest house, stock barn with 6 stalls & room for more. Home sports 3 master suites, 26 ft. barrel vaulted great room, gourmet kitchen, hardwood floors & 4 car garage. $750,000
1052 Harp Innis Road This ideal small horse farm features 3 BR, 2.5BA, remodeled chef’s kitchen, vastly expanded & redone owner’s suite, sunroom, huge office, 3 car attached, 3 car detached garages, 4 stall barn! $699,000 The Parkers 859-608-8039
4152 Kentucky River Parkway Over 10 acres near Raven Run Sanctuary. Custom 4BR, 4.5BA, double sided fireplace, gourmet kitchen, spacious 1st master suite with resort type bath, walkout lower level & 2 car garage. $650,000 Rick Queen 859-221-3616
2892 Rush Branch Road, Bradfordsville Unique home on 10 acres with over 3330 sq. ft., 2 story high-wood burning, natural field stone fireplace. Streams, waterfalls, water garden and a 1,000 sq. ft. wrap around porch. A must see home! $599,000 The Parkers 859-608-8039
171 Louisiana Avenue Totally updated 3BR, 2BA home in the heart of Chevy Chase. 1st floor master bedroom with renovated bath. Custom kitchen with granite, island & stainless. Office, sun room & fenced yard. $539,900 Rick Queen 859-221-3616
1232 Sheffield Place 5BR, 3.5BA, 4500 sq. ft. home with formal living and dining rooms, large family room, kitchen with eating bar & adjoining breakfast area. Spacious Master suite. Huge walk-out basement. $495,000 Rick Queen 859-221-3616
2924 Eastbrook Court Pristine 4 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath, updated open floor plan with vaulted ceiling, skylights & plantation shutters. Handsome kitchen with newer appliances, office, private patio and more. $469,000 Becky Mobley 859-321-0819
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