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SPECIAL FEATURES 14 GARDEN: Woodland Oasis 18 FEATURE: Modern Great Rooms 28 ARTIST: Carlos Gamez de Francisco
HOMES 32 Where Character Counts
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ince 1981, Dudley’s on Short has served up
Speaking of signature style, Long worked with her friend and esteemed local interior designer Matthew Carter to design the space, which can best be described as modern Kentucky. The restaurant has a distinct equine influence on the walls, which are filled with winner circle photos and fine art pieces. From its thriving downtown location, Dudley’s is still feeding local regulars and vis“We’re honored that Lexington has seen fit to support itors alike, serving incredible meals accompanied by us through all of those years,” shared Owner Deborah great cocktails and an impressive wine list. Long. “We also have one of the only rooftop dining experiences around, designed by Dudley’s regular and “Long before I came around and it became the cool friend, Jon Carloftis.” thing to do, Dudley’s had developed a reputation for sourcing the best local ingredients,” shared Executive Dudley’s came onto the local dining scene at a time when Chef Mark Richardson. “Our commitment to those most of the options consisted of Kentucky-Southern principles – and to always striving to offer distinctive fare or continental cuisine involving Italian or French dishes with a high-level dining experience – has kept influence. Before coming to Kentucky, Long spent Dudley’s On Short at the center of the Lexington dinmore than eight years working in the lively Colorado ing scene for many years.” restaurant scene, where the food was influenced by California Pan-Asian and southwestern cultures. Since the restaurant has been around for decades, there are some dishes that seem to be ingrained upon the “It appeared there was an opportunity in Lexington to collective local palate, such as the Tournedos Maxwell, bring a bit of fresh American, California West Coast Pasta Dudley’s and the mouthwatering Brussels sprout and Southern cuisine together,” shared Long. “By com- salad. New classics have also been introduced, including bining traditional southern food with a western influ- house-made pasta like the Lemon Ricotta Dunderi and ence, we brought this new, innovative American cuisine Braised Rabbit Garganelli, becoming instant favorites to Lexington and it became our signature style.” and much-anticipated by guests. award-winning modern American cuisine with an impressive wine list and service to match. The restaurant has been operating at its current location in the renovated Northern Bank building since 2010, after spending many years prior to that at Dudley’s Square.
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Heirloom Tomato & Burrata, Cucumber, Radish, Black Olive, Lemon-Basil Vinaigrette
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“We feel so fortunate to have had the loyal support of the citizens of Lexington and visitors from around the world,” Long said. “We are honored to have shared their many special occasions, dinner meetings, gathering of friends for drinks, dinners after the horse sales or just a regular Monday night.” Dudley’s On Short will host a variety of exciting wine dinners and tastings in 2019, including a fun anniversary party in August to celebrate the restaurant’s 38th year.
• 6 oz Heirloom tomatoes, washed & cut into desired shape • 1 each Burrata, cut into ¼’s • 1 oz Cerignola Olives, cut off the pit •1 each small cucumber sliced very thin • 2 each French breakfast radish shaved thin • 5 each basil leaves cut in ½ slices • Extra virgin olive oil • Salt & pepper 1. In a mixing bowl, add tomatoes, olives, radish & cucumber; toss with desired amount of vinaigrette; season with salt and fresh ground black pepper. 2. Arrange tomatoes on a salad plate, top with 2 pieces of the Burrata, season each piece with salt & fresh ground black pepper. 3. Finish the dish with a small drizzle of extra virgin olive oil & the cut basil pieces.
Vinaigrette • 1 bunch basil, leaves only • 3 oz fresh squeezed lemon juice • 3 oz extra virgin olive oil • 3 oz grapeseed oil • ½ Tbsp. minced shallots • ½ Tbsp. Dijon mustard • 1 tsp. kosher salt 1. Combine all ingredients except oil in a blender. Blend for 10 seconds and slowly add all oil until everything has been pureed and emulsified. Reserve.
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7 7 Beet and goat cheese panna cotta, with hazelnuts, orange blossom honey, grilled bread crumb, herbs and ash.
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9 Wood-fired charred leek, with sunchoke, truffle puree, hazelnuts and sweet potato ash.
10 Lemon-ricotta dunderi with black walnut pesto, browned butter and arugula.
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n oriental rug can be a beautiful centerpiece around which your entire room comes together. Finding the right one for your room, requires knowing a bit about oriental rugs. “A good rug is an investment—a lovely work of art,” says Tracy Williams, owner of Kelly-Williamson Expert Rug Cleaning in Lexington.
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REAL OR NOT REAL “There is a vast difference between a genuine oriental rug and a rug with an oriental pattern,” says Williams. “Most of the modern rugs have an oriental pattern, but are made in factories.” The majority of the rugs imported into the United States are from India and China, and some of these may be hand-knotted and therefore quality oriental rugs. However, handwoven Persian Rugs, which come from the Middle East, primarily Iran, are considered the standard for the industry. “Rugs such as Mahal, Meshed, Heriz and Tabriz are popular Persian Rugs that look great and are very durable,” says Williams. “These rugs are made of quality wool, and hand knotted. Some take up to one year to make.”
AN INVESTMENT IN YOUR HOME Williams says that markets differ widely across the country, but in general a typical 8 x 10 hand knotted wool rug can cost between $3000 to $5000, new. Keep in mind that a quality, authentic rug may last for over one hundred years if properly maintained. “Rugs are valued based on knot density, materials used, design, dyes, age and condition,” explains Williams. Silk is the most expensive material, followed by wool, which can vary in quality. “It is important to know and research the company you are purchasing from in order buy wool rugs made from quality grade wool,” says Williams. Some cheaper rugs are made from man-made materials, such as polyester.
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CONSIDER WHERE THE RUG WILL BE PLACED When choosing a rug consider the purpose of the room in which the rug will be placed. The rug should be a foundation for the setting, but not overwhelm the room. “If it’s a formal dining room with little traffic, there are many options,” says Williams. “But if the room is one which everyone uses, certain rugs can be easily damaged and cleaning or repairs can be costly.” For example, silk rugs are very expensive and should be placed in low traffic areas, whereas machine made rugs cost less and can be cleaned for much less.
MAINTAINING YOUR RUG Maintenance is very important to preserving the appearance and life of your rug. Whether your rug will be absorbing heavy or light traffic, you should have it cleaned about every three years, advises Williams. “Spills should be cleaned up immediately,” he says. “Usually a white towel with cold water is enough to stop a spot from becoming a stain. Spots can be removed, but not all stains.” In particular, he says pet urine is very harmful to all rugs and can cause stains, odors and may make the color run in your rug. “If there is an odor, its best for you to have your rug professionally cleaned. Most home remedies will make it worst and can permanently damage your rug,” he says.
1 A quality, authentic rug may last for over one hundred years if properly maintained. 2 When choosing a rug consider the purpose of the room in which the rug will be placed. The rug should be a foundation for the setting, but not overwhelm the room. 3 To ensure the quality of the rug, one should always research a company before purchasing.
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1 Steps lead down from a spacious patio that opens to a first-floor family room and a cozy screened-in porch addition that was custom built and fabricated on-site by Atchison Heller to blend seamlessly with the home’s existing architecture, creating a timeless look and feel. Meanwhile, variegated liriope, caladium, Elephant Ears, begonias, geraniums and spiky ornamental grasses create a fun, lighthearted feel in this space, which leads to more expansive garden beds beyond. 2 The custom designed screened-in porch was fabricated, handcrafted and built on-site by Atchison-Heller, creating an ideal vantage point to view the garden in every season. The inviting indoor-outdoor living space features a tongue-and-groove wood ceiling, entertainment center, built-in infrared heaters and comfy seating.
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his charming, secluded garden is situated in “The Island” neighborhood of east Lexington and encompasses about one-third of an acre. Owners Lynn and Dwight Price have called the property “home” since 1998, transforming its outdoor spaces from overgrown, unsightly beds that were overrun with invasive species, into the lush garden you see today, which features native plants and bright pops of color and texture, as well as a variety of mature trees and elegant outdoor living areas to make the most of every season. “We did our best to preserve the existing trees while eradicating invasive species and incorporating native and non-native plants,” shared Andrea Wilson Mueller, APLD, who owns Inside Out Design and has assisted Lynn and Dwight with the garden for more than a decade. “The result is this wonderful woodland feeling with a lush understory.” Since the home’s outdoor spaces were initially quite overgrown and the re-design called for more hardscape, adding a low-maintenance rain garden helped create adequate drainage and handle excess runoff. Removing invasive plants and adding native and hardy non-native plants, such as hosta, fern and iris, also helped reduce required maintenance.
“It has become a nice three-season garden,” stated owner Lynn Price. “And now with the heated porch addition, we can be outside almost year-round.” Designed to complement the home’s architectural features and blend seamlessly with the existing garden spaces, the new screened-in porch is a masterpiece in craftsmanship that was built and fabricated on-site by Atchison Heller. This inviting indoor-outdoor living space opens to an elegant circular brick patio with additional seating, and quickly became a favorite place to relax and take in the garden views. “The mature trees and woodland plants make you feel like you’ve stepped into another world when you enter the back yard of our suburban home,” Lynn shared. Standing the test of time with new secrets to behold at every turn, this delightful garden can serve as a relaxing retreat where you can while away the day in solitude, but it can just as easily become a more formal space that is ideal for entertaining, offering incredible flexibility and style for any occasion.
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3 A firepit crafted by Lee Building Products is set atop river pebbles and pavers in a winding circular pattern that is repeated elsewhere in the garden’s design, creating an intimate gathering place nestled among the plantings near a rain garden. Horsetail, equisetum, Black Eyed Susans, Lady Fern, Blue Flag iris, hostas, daisies, geraniums and more come together with a variety of young and old-growth trees to create a distinct woodland feel. 4 Two bronze cranes that were a gift from Dwight’s parents stand ever-watchful among the iris, horsetail and geraniums in the rain garden.
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5 A walkway lined with Japanese pachysandra, winterberry, dogwood and sweetspire draws the eye to a birdbath, leading to a patio and the back yard. 6 A bubbling fountain from Campania International served as inspiration for this refined patio, grill and seating area, which boasts an intricate circular brick pavement design that is echoed in other parts of the garden. Dual wrought iron trellises tempt the climbing hydrangea, while Lady Fern, sweet potato vine, Angel Wing begonia and geraniums complete the plantings found here. Garden and patio design by Inside Out Design. 7 A pebbled walkway leads past the new screened-in porch to a fire pit and rain garden beyond, while Carl Forester grass, a Coral Bark Japanese Maple, mature Box Elder, impatiens, arborvitae, Elephant Ears, caladium, geraniums, iris and hostas can also be seen here.
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MODERN GREAT ROOMS OFFER STYLE & SUBSTANCE By Kirsten E. Silven
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1 Shades of buttery gold, crème and tan lend a soft neutral base to this formal great room, which has a traditional feel with rich black accents and floor-to-ceiling windows surrounding double doors that connect this room to the patio beyond. Photo courtesy of GuettlerPhotography.com.
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he term “Great Room” is somewhat ubiquitous nowadays, but generally the word refers to a space in the home that is well-suited for entertaining. Also referred to as a “Reception Room,” this is often where guests will congregate, but it can also serve as a place for families to unwind after a long hectic day. Regardless, it’s a semi-public part of the home, so it’s important to make a good first impression and the space should always feel welcoming. “Vast interior spaces have gained widespread popularity over the last few decades, but even open floor plans can benefit from carefully-placed walls to create a sense of separation,” shared interior designer Andra Gyor, who owns Janice’s at the Saltbox in Lexington. “Large family rooms also require a sense of continuity, which can be created by using similar themes, accent colors and/or fabrics to unify the space and bring a sense of balance to the room.” With so much surface area to work with, decorating a large Great Room, family room or den can feel daunting, so it’s important to start by considering how the space will be used. For example, how many people do you wish to accommodate? Are you leaning toward a more formal or casual vibe? “Tables, chairs and other furniture items can be used to create the illusion of separation in a large room,” shared Mark Thompson, a design consultant with Lexington Furniture. “We’ve also seen more people choosing comfortable, user-friendly performance fabrics like Crypton and Sunbrella, which are easy to clean and offer a light, airy, casual feel with exceptional livability.” Creating “zones” with separate seating arrangements can also help make the space feel more accessible and purposeful. Think about how you live in order to correctly utilize the space. Do you enjoy hosting cocktail parties? Do you prefer quiet nights at home reading a book with a glass of wine? Does a family member play piano? Each area should feel unique and well-curated, with quality lighting and comfy seating to lend an intimate feel. “Many people are using LED fixtures or LED lightbulbs to be energy efficient,” shared William Branham, a lighting consultant at Brecher’s Lighting in Louisville. “In great rooms with tall ceilings, changing the light bulbs can be a daunting task, so the long life of LED technology really makes sense.”
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Branham added that trends have remained fairly casual for living spaces in the home, stressing that comfort is key. As a result, overly formal spaces are less common today than ever before, while the rustic/modern farmhouse look is also trending right now, as homeowners move toward a more minimalist, clutter-free and simple style aesthetic. It’s also important to know if you need additional circulation in the space and whether a ceiling fan is in order. If not, a feature piece could be used instead, such as a chandelier or pendant light. Regardless, it’s important to incorporate table and floor lamps or wall sconces in addition to anything that is mounted on the ceiling. Since Great Rooms often have soaring ceilings, choosing paint colors can present a challenge in these wide-open spaces. Generally speaking, the furniture colors and styles, artwork, accessories, architectural features and your own personal decorating preferences will all contribute to the final choice of hues. “We’re seeing lighter colors in complementary hues echoed throughout the interior,” shared Bobbi Ramsay, owner of Superior Paint. “Gray tones are still hot and Benjamin Moore’s “Revere Pewter” is our most popular color.” When hunting for the perfect shade, Ramsay recommends selecting a fabric, accessory or piece of furniture to serve as inspiration for the room’s color palette. Painting or staining the ceiling a darker color can make it appear lower, while painting an accent wall in a contrasting color or deeper shade can create an easy focal point. Regardless of colors, architectural details or personal style, a Great Room should always serve as a convenient transitional area where guests can mingle within easy reach of drinks and snacks. Following a few simple design guidelines will help ensure your Great Room serves as an ideal gathering place for family and friends, making the room as comfortable as possible for every occasion.
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3 3 Boasting a distinct Mediterranean flair, this expansive family room has plenty of space to spread out and can easily accommodate large groups. The open floor plan is ideal for entertaining, while decorative architectural features lend a sophisticated feel to the space, which also has a wall of floor-to-ceiling windows and a neutral color palette with accents of royal blue. Photo courtesy of Fratantoni Design. 4 This cozy den is situated adjacent to the kitchen, offering plenty of seating and the perfect place to gather and watch the game, or just relax with family and friends. The space features a coffered ceiling and other natural wood accents, boasting an elegant yet inviting feel that also provides excellent flow between the kitchen, breezeway, patio and yard beyond. Photo by Walt Roycraft. Interior design by Andra Gyor, Janice’s at the Saltbox. 5 Soft shades of crème and white are beautifully complemented here by rich natural wood tones on the coffered ceiling, window casing and entryway, while the stucco fireplace serves as a focal point and two plush sofas create a comfy place to visit with friends and family. Photo courtesy of Benjamin Moore and Superior Paint in Lexington.
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6 This rustic living room features rich natural stone on the floor and fireplace, with a dramatic conical vaulted natural wood ceiling above a Murray Feiss chandelier, while an ottoman from Hooker Furniture is surrounded by comfy chairs from Pearson Furniture Company. Photo courtesy of Senior Designer Marie Meko, ASID, Gabberts Design Studio. Built by Nor-Son Custom Builders.
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7 Representing transitional style at its finest, this breathtaking great room opens to a kitchen and a second-floor loft area, making it the true heart of this home, which also features a spectacular painted coffered ceiling bedecked with delicate gold light fixtures from Restoration Hardware. The abstract area rug and complementary royal blue pillow accents work to ground the space, which also features cool grey tones on the walls and plenty of comfortable seating. Photo courtesy of Osmond Designs.
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8 8 Created by native Kentucky designer William Peace of Peace Design, this home is a melding of traditional and rustic elements. The log beam home features Montana stone and hardwoods, as well as newly-crafted steel stair railings for a blend of old and new. Custom lighting and contemporary upholstery mix with European antiques to create a refined, yet relaxed living room. Photo courtesy of Peace Design. 9 Soaring heights and floor-to-ceiling windows lend a grand feel to this open-plan kitchen and great room, which features muted pops of color and plenty of seating. Simple custom window treatments frame the double doors, which lead out to a private patio, while a coffered ceiling in the kitchen lends texture to the crème-toned space. Photo courtesy of Copperleaf Homes. 10 Situated just off the entryway, this contemporary great room has an open, airy feel with a cozy touch thanks to the intimate grouping of chairs and sofas. The wine cabinet is accessible from the back and doubles as a dividing wall between this space and a grouping of fireside seating. Photo courtesy of ThompsonPhotographic.com.
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This alteration is currently on display at New Editions Gallery, one of the oldest contemporary fine art galleries in Lexington, Ky. For a series of photographs, Gamez de Francisco visited Cuba to capture the next generation of young people growing up in a society closed to outside influence and materials. The models were asked to bring everyday items from their home to the studio, and then styled to resemble nobility of the past. The clothing appears regal, but a closer look reveals everyday kitchen towels, shower curtains and light bulbs. Valued in Cuba where materials are limited, Gamez de Francisco depicts these as items of power and elegance while also addressing complex realities for Cubans. A painter first, Gamez de Francisco’s photography in this series is captured from a painter’s eye. While the subject is modern, his style is rooted in the past. “In Baroque and Renaissance, lighting comes from one side of room and is applied to the face in a way that makes it pop from the rest of the composition.” At 21, Gamez de Francisco immigrated to Louisville, Ky. with $650. “That is a lot of money in Cuba,” he said. “And on my first day, I spent it all on art supplies,” he laughed while describing the difficulty of choosing from two hundred paint colors. “When you have one color in Cuba, you don’t have to worry about that decision,” he said. “I would mix watercolors with toothpaste and paint on cardboard for ten hours a day.” Limitations were not an obstacle. “The resources don’t matter. Just the passion you have.”
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Frankie York, owner of New Editions Gallery, said Gamez de Francisco stands out to her because of his distinct artistic voice, and sense of humor. “He told me a story of his mother saving up to buy a new couch… and then no one was allowed to sit on the new couch,” she recalled. “When he came to America, he was surprised to see that we let our pets crawl over the furniture.” Tapping into Lexington’s admiration for horses, Gamez de Francisco painted a horse jumping on a couch as a play on that relationship as well as a nod to his mother. “You see that couch in some of his work,” noted York.
A talented artist, Gamez de Francisco’s work includes photography, oil, acrylic and his favorite - watercolor. “Eighty percent of my time working on a watercolor is thinking about what I want to do.” He may spend three hours with a blank canvas, planning the final work. By the time he adds paint to the brush, “I’ve imaged every brush stroke of the composition,” he said. “I like the risk,” he said of watercolor brush strokes. “If I make a mistake, I can’t take it back or cover it so I have to put in the trash,” he laughed.
“My mom knew what I was capable of and pushed me to work harder.” said Gamez de Francisco. York sees this trait in the artist today. “He does everything he can to make himself a better person; and his talent is on a level most artists his age have not reached.”
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Readers can learn more about Gamez de Francisco by viewing his website, carlosgamezdefrancisco.com, or by visiting New Editions Gallery at 500 West Short Street in Lexington or online at neweditionsgallery.com.
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1 Situated on a golf course in east Lexington, this stately abode has plenty of charm and is part of a diverse, family-friendly older neighborhood with ample space for kids to play. The entrance has been updated to include a charcoal-colored front door and curved walkway that connects with the driveway instead of the street, while new plantings complete the polished look.
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2 Flooded with natural light and serving as a connection point between the formal living room, dining room, upstairs spaces and family room, the entryway echoes the soft grey tones and elegant crown molding found throughout the first floor, while the original hardwood floors and updated staircase with a decorative newel post and wrought-iron spindles complete the look.
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t’s been nearly a decade since Trisha and Paul Lauritzen found their forever home, which overlooks a golf course in one of east Lexington’s most charming neighborhoods. Built during the 1980’s and sitting on approximately one-third of an acre, the home has undergone quite a few updates since its debut, most recently when the current owners redesigned the kitchen and gave the entire home a much-needed facelift. “We were looking for a place we would want to live in for a long time,” Trisha shared. “We fell in love with the land and the diverse, established neighborhood, which is definitely not cookie cutter and features many different architectural styles.” Paul grew up in nearby Frankfort and the couple met while attending college at UK before they decided to marry and settle in Lexington. When they first moved in, the home had overgrown landscaping and a dated look, but the property’s potential was apparent. On the outside, a new charcoal-colored front door was added and old shrubs were removed before low-maintenance plantings were brought in. The walkway was also re-designed to gently curve and connect with the driveway instead of leading abruptly out to the road. “Overall, there was just a lot of cleanup,” Trisha said. “But my favorite rooms were always the kitchen and family room, because they’re open and connected, making it easy to interact with guests and be part of the action while cooking or prepping food and drinks.”
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3 Designed with an open floor plan that creates a massive space ideal for entertaining, the re-designed kitchen opens directly onto the adjacent great room, offering plenty of seating for large impromptu game-day crowds and other family gatherings. The couple also added decorative wooden moldings throughout the first floor while remodeling, and the kitchen features new hardwood flooring stained to perfectly match the other original wood by Anderson & Rodgers Construction. “We have raised two children in this home and I can truly say we live in every single room,” Trisha revealed. “It’s a place we can be comfortable, relax and entertain.” There’s no mistaking authenticity when you see it, and this home exudes character at every turn, boasting a delightful design aesthetic that’s inspired by easy living, comfort and what simply feels right, creating a family-friendly home with its own distinctive sense of style.
3 Situated just off the entry hall, the formal living room is a study in sophisticated style, featuring plush seating, silvery grey and gold tones and a grand piano with a luxurious burled wood finish that is more than a century old, offering a refined place to unwind or entertain.
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4 This cozy family room opens to the kitchen, creating a spacious great room with ample seating and great flow, making it ideal for entertaining family and friends. Featuring a Haiku fan from Big Ass Fans and original hardwood floors, the fireplace here is flanked by double doors that open to the outdoor patio (not pictured). 5 The kitchen opens to a great room and outdoor patio, featuring an oversized island that can seat up to eight people. The cabinets are painted in “Alpaca” by Sherwin Williams, framed by a white subway tile backsplash, quartz countertops and a painted range hood that matches the darker color of the island. 6 Anchored by a luscious oriental rug and boasting a cool grey hue on the walls, the formal dining room opens to the kitchen beyond and echoes an Asian theme in the artwork. The elegant table and China cabinet lend a traditional feel to the space and the chandelier is from Kentucky Lighting.
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7 7 The second-floor master bedroom suite is awash in soothing tones of blue, cream and taupe, with natural wood accents to ground the space and extra storage in the armoire, which also hides a flat-screen television. 8 Granite countertops, custom cabinetry and heated travertine flooring takes center stage in the en-suite master bath, which also features a walk-in shower with frameless glass doors, dual sinks and plenty of extra storage space. 8
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9 Clean lines and tasteful décor continue in this additional bedroom, which belongs to a son who is currently away studying at college and features neutral tones with traditional appeal and a distinct masculine feel.
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HOUSE CREDITS Kitchen Design I Corman Kitchen and Bath, Gayle Cornett Builder I Anderson & Rodgers Construction Tile I Mees Tile & Marble Interior Painting I Stacy Trimble Chandelier I Kentucky Lighting Home Fixtures & Appliances Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery
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1 This three-story Italianate style home, nestled in Louisville’s Cherokee Triangle neighborhood, was built in 1875. Today it is home to beautiful works of art, a collection of Derby hats, and complementary splashes of color.
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ucinda Loya, owner of Lucinda Loya Interiors in Houston, Texas, was 12 years old when she left her childhood home in Jeffersonville, Ind. But she remained close to her roots, coming home for the Kentucky Derby for over 20 years. “My husband met my family for the first time at Derby,” she said. When Loya began pursuing the idea of buying a home in Louisville, her husband asked why she wanted a home there so badly. “With tears in my eyes, I said, ‘Because it smells good there and I have family there. It’s my favorite retreat.’” By narrowing down what she wanted in a home, Loya found herself with three options and settled on a three-story Italianate style home built in 1875 and settled in Louisville’s Cherokee Triangle neighborhood.
Loya did not feel a neutral palate was appropriate for the home’s story. However, she did feel that a faded sense of color had to be part of it. “No primary colors,” she clarified. “The colors are muted. Green is grass green, not Kelly green.”
Mismatched floors, broken tiles, water damage and separate living units on the third floor were of no concern. “My brother saw the house and told me to run,” Loya recalled with a laugh. “As long as it was historic, I knew I could work with it.”
“A home should evolve as you walk through it,” she explained. “Something new should unfold, but you should stay true to the concept throughout.”
Although Loya promised her husband she would, “Not go crazy decorating,” and he set a stunning aesthetic bar while visiting the Blaffer Art Museum at the University of Houston. There, the couple saw a large, porcelain chandelier hand-made by artist Francesca DiMattio who creates her version of English china. “My husband said, ‘We have to get that—we’ll put it in Kentucky!’”
“I’m not one to decorate around themes, but there is a sense of personality in this house,” said Loya. That personality is prominently displayed in the home’s bourbon room. “This is the first room that got my attention,” Loya said. A large portrait, Cuban Lady by Leif Wivelsted from Denmark, is the center of attention in a room full of artifacts and color combinations.
Loya was unsure it would fit in the home. “We removed the front doors and had half an inch to spare,” she said of the fragile work that took four hours to unload from the truck. The chandelier now hangs, from a secured ceiling, in the center of the dining room. “Once that took place, I had to amp up in my style of décor,” she said.
Loya displayed the hats her husband has worn to the Derby over the years on a wall. “Derby is what drew us here and helped me create a sense of history towards our relationship of coming to Louisville,” she said. “The idea of all of these Derby hats remaining here seemed right.”
Bursting with color, the home is grounded in balance. Loya worked from clues in each room. “If I used one color in one room, I used it in all the rooms.” She noted that when finishing the master bedroom where the window treatment pattern is a leafy palm, she asked herself what was important from downstairs but missing in the bedroom. She decided on a blue and white rug to pull color from the lower level of the home.
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2 “Artifacts, fine art, decorative art, children’s’ art, sculpture…I don’t discriminate,” Loya said. “Art is in the eye of the beholder.” When decorating, Loya would ask herself, “Does it fit the era; does it fit the personality; does it fit the message I’m trying to send?” A believer in true authenticity for design, Loya focused on styles from 1875, when the home was built, to the 1970s, when she moved away from the area. “This house has lived through ages and eras,” she said. The home’s art collection revolves around those eras. “How does the art relate to the home?” asked Loya. “Is it English, like the chandelier in the dining room? Does it have a vintage vibe like the green Pantone chairs that remind me of green shag carpet from the 70s?”
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In the formal living room, an extended tufted sofa with its crushed teal velvet and bullion fringe resembles the seating area of a Victorian hotel in Europe. In the same room, original gold-veined mirrors were installed on the plaster walls. Loya took such historical influences and made the home current with pops of unusual color combinations. “Don’t throw out the ugly chair,” she said. “Add a new pillow to introduce patterns in fabrics and color, and all of a sudden the chair is fabulous. It’s unexpected!” Unexpected, much like Loya’s warm and cozy home so full of color, personality and stories. “When you walk in, the home greets you with gigantic smiles,” she said. “There is so much to look at, it’s captivating!”
3 2 To make the formal living room feel like a hotel lobby, Loya stretched two custom sofas against the wall, “Like you’d have seen in the 1970s,” she said. To contrast that period of design, one of the sofas is a tufted, crushed, teal velvet with bullion fringe to resemble the type of furniture found in European hotels of the past. 3 “Do not fear going dark,” said designer Lucinda Loya, Owner of Lucinda Loya Interiors in Houston, Texas. Caviar, a paint color from Sherwin-Williams, is used in many of her projects, including the bourbon room of her home in Louisville’s Cherokee Triangle Neighborhood. “Appearing like dark charcoal, it’s the perfect neutral color,” she said.
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4 The home’s most important piece of art is the large chandelier from artist Francesca DiMattio, based in New York, who handmakes and paints porcelain pieces to create her version of English china. “We saw this at Blaffer Art Museum at the University of Houston,” said Loya. “It took removing the doors and about 10 men to get it into the house.” 5 At the center of the room rests a custom-made kitchen island from Kentucky Iron Works.
6 6 A collection of convex mirrors provide a sense of depth to a narrow room with tall ceilings.
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7 7 “That scarf,” Loya said of the framed, silk fabric above the couch, “Is something I picked up in London with no idea of how I’d use it.” As it turns out, the combination of a vintage feel with Hollywood glam was an inspiration. “It was the epitome of how I wanted to decorate the home,” she said.
8 8 Completely gutted and remodeled, this bath on the third floor features natural light, a floating countertop, resurfaced tub and retiled floor.
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9 When Loya bought the home, the third floor served as an apartment with a separate entrance. Now a single-family dwelling, her home renovation included opening this upstairs kitchen wall to become a bar area in the living room.
10 10 The painting of a lamb on the left wall is the first piece of art Loya and her husband bought for their daughter. “She was eight, and told us she would love it forever. A few years later it was rejected,” Loya recalled with a laugh. “Now, it’s sentimental for my husband and me.”
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1 Situated on a two acre lot just inside the city limits of Lexington, the Mayes home is a ranch on a walkout basement. The 11,000 square foot house is a wonderful blend of French country style and contemporary elements.
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2 The main family room feels even more spacious thanks to vaulted ceilings and plenty of light. Contemporary furnishings, including the brass console table, balance out the rustic elements of the fireplace mantel and wood beams. French doors along the right side of the room lead to a covered outdoor patio with kitchen and dining areas, as well as an outdoor fireplace and wall mounted television.
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hen Drs. Jerry and Tina Mayes purchased a two acre lot in the estate section of Ellerslie in Lexington, they were already seasoned homebuilders. As practicing dentists for over 30 years in London, the couple had previously built an apartment complex and houses on their 32-lot residential development. They have also built and lived in nine different homes of their own. “I bought this lot not really knowing what I was going to do with it, but it was beautiful with the trees in the back,” said Jerry. He started plans to build the home and later asked Jimmy Nash to help with construction. “This is the first house we’ve done with the contemporary components in it,” said Jerry. “In London, we had a rustic home on an eight acre peninsula that was out in the lake. We had water all around us and it was very rustic. So, we wanted a little bit of the rustic appeal, but also some French country to upscale it a bit.” The result is a stunning blend of contemporary and rustic features in a beautiful, idyllic Bluegrass setting. The 11,000 square foot home is designed to look like a two story home on the outside, however it is a ranch on a full walk out basement. The Mayes purposely designed it that way in order to provide ample space for unique ceiling features on the main floor. One of these features is the vaulted ceiling with wooden beams in the main living area. Another can be found in lattice style ceiling of the master bedroom, which Jerry designed.
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“Instead of putting it on the ceiling, we actually recessed it down some so that you get that shadowing effect,” he explained. “We also used more grey tones and the tray is lighted, which gives it a unique look, especially at night.” Another architectural element are the elliptical arches found throughout the house as well as the portico. In the main living room, the bullnose arches match the door arches, which in turn match the stone arches out on the porch. The couple also made their mark on the home through the design of each of the six fireplaces. They commissioned a woodworker from Townsend, Tennessee, named Captain Dave LaVoie to complete several of the mantels in this home, including the one in the main living area. “We were going to turn it so the opening was on the top and put glass on it,” explained Jerry. “When we mounted it we thought, why don’t we just turn it this way?” Now, the mantel showcases the hollow aspect of the wood, giving it a one of a kind look. In the basement, the fireplace in the recreation room features a unique surround that was actually created using rusted steel plating. Jerry got the idea when he was in Jeff William’s metal work shop in London and saw the materials. “I asked what he was going to do with the sheet metal and he wanted to get rid of it,” Jerry said. Jerry drew the shape he wanted and Williams cut the sheet metal to match, creating the facing.
3 In the breakfast room, the Mayes added an iron chandelier and contemporary chairs to balance out the overall French country feel. The open dish cabinet is from Ryser’s. Among the many extraordinary aspects to the home, perhaps the most memorable is Tina’s bedroom closet, which features two levels with a spiral staircase connection. The multi-level closet is organized using special cabinetry that completely conceals all of the hanging garments as well as including space for pull out drawers to store shoes, accessories and more. Tina uses glass cabinets and the tops of the cabinetry to display purses and bags she acquires when the couple travels. In the lower level of the closet, she stores off season items; there is also space to exercise. Furnishing the home was another place the Mayes’ were able to mix their love of rustic and contemporary style. Much of the furniture came from either their previous home or from Ryser’s in East Bernstadt. Kim Ryser-House, owner, helped Tina find the right pieces. “When we were designing, she knew the floor plan and she knew it would take special pieces,” said Tina. Some of the special pieces Ryser-House found for the main living room is a brass console table, along with the large white sofa and leather tufted chairs. In addition to some furnishings, all of the light fixtures in the home came from Ryser’s. In line with the contemporary touches found throughout the home, the Mayes installed all wall-mounted vanities and commodes in the bathrooms. All of the televisions in the house are wall hung, within their own wall niche. The house is also wired with a sonos sound system throughout.
3 One room that embraces the contemporary approach is the kitchen, which includes a mix of metals, materials and textures. “We wanted a European style kitchen instead of the style of kitchen that is in almost every home in the Bluegrass,” said Jerry. The room is both beautiful and functional with German style cabinets and Miele appliances, including a combination microwave and speed oven, a steam oven, a coffee center, warming drawers, induction range and updraft contemporary hood. “We love the function of these appliances,” said Jerry. Every piece in the kitchen was custom designed and custom made, including the chrome framed glass cabinets, which are suspended on a solid piece of quartzite. Lucite bar stools paired with a one of a kind bar table with angled legs, provide extra seating near the island. The table was made by artist Mike Angel with Red Dog Company in London. “His pieces are usually in art galleries,” explained Jerry. As a balance to all the modern elements, the Mayes have included aspects of their love for the rustic look, including natural stone, wood, animal prints and some antler wall hangings. “I’m not a hunter, but I call these my rescue animals because I pick them up in flea markets and yard sales,” Jerry joked.
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5 The master bedroom offers gorgeous views of a huge maple tree, the beautiful lot and a family of deer via abay window with seating. “It gives us a sort of semi panoramic view,” said Jerry. Inside, contemporary touches include the plank wall with raised fireplace. Jerry designed the recessed lattice ceiling, which when lit at night provides a special effect.
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6 Just off the master bathroom is Tina’s two-level closet. The room features floor to ceiling cabinetry with pull out drawers and hanging rods to house all of her clothing, shoes and accessories. Custom glass cabinets are used to display purses and bags she collects when the couple travels. 7 In the master bathroom, marble floors and walls provide a modern backdrop for luxury. The room includes a shower with rainfall and multiple spray settings, a freestanding Kohler soaking tub and sauna. On the left, the floating vanities are piano black with white glass tops. 8 Inside Tina’s closet, a spiral staircase leads to the lower level where she keeps her off season clothing and a space to workout. The treds on the stairs are washed and stained oak and railing is wrought iron. “We wanted to give it a contemporary look so we did the cabling in between to add that touch,” explained Jerry.
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9 In Tina’s office, a stone face fireplace features another mantel custom made by Captain Dave. An animal theme is woven throughout the room, in the leopard print rug, the zebra stripe on the side table and the sheep shear chair. “We went with more of a contemporary desk and the cove back chair is not your typical desk chair,” Tina said. 10 The basement recreation room is furnished with many items the Mayes’ brought from their cabin in London, including some Southwestern style pieces and animal hides, fur trader blankets and hand-carved wood faces from Alaska. The floors in the basement are waterproof vinyl that look like wood. The fireplace features a custom designed steel plate facing, which Jerry drew the shape for himself. 11 In basement recreation room, a custom built stage with full PA system offers a place for the Mayes family to make music together. “My whole family is musical so we have a lot of instruments,” explained Jerry. “The little set of drums is where I’m starting my seven year old grandsons out playing music.” The photos to the right of the stage are some of the musicians that Jerry has met, including Ricky Skaggs, Randy Travis and Garth Brooks.
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DISCOVERING KENTUCKY
National Corvette Museum Explore the history and thrill of America’s sports car. By Christina Noll Photos Courtesy of National Corvette Museum
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hether you are a car lover or not, the National Corvette Museum offers something for everyone,” says Katie Ellison, marketing director at the National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green. Visitors experience the history of America’s favorite fast car, intertwined with the story of America itself.
In addition to the history and traditional displays, the Museum features a number of interactive exhibits, for an immersive and hands-on experience. These range from digital trivia kiosks to simple hands-on experiences like lifting car hoods to compare their weight. There is also a Corvette Racing simulator, vintage Corvette rides, and even the chance to get behind the wheel of a Corvette on a race track. There is even a game allowing visitors to ‘recover’ Corvettes from the famous sinkhole, which formed inside the museum in February, 2014, taking eight Corvettes with it. “The Museum was able to make lemonade out of the situation, creating a unique display spotlighting what exactly happened and why,” explains Ellison. “All eight Corvettes remain on display in approximately the same spot they were prior to their 30 foot fall, with only three of them being restored. A manhole with glass viewing window is the only visible reminder of the actual hole, giving visitors a glimpse into the depths of the cave that still lies beneath their feet.” FUN FOR FUTURE CORVETTE DRIVERS If little ones are part of your group, the KidZone offers activities for kids under age eight, such as Pat’s Super Service Center where they can change the tires and exhaust on a miniature car in a mock service station. “They can also learn the process of developing a vehicle, from design, to build, to test,” says Ellison. “Of course, no visit to the Museum is complete without taking an old Chevrolet pedal car for a spin!”
THE RIDE OF YOUR DREAMS If you’ve always wanted a Corvette of your own, you’ll enjoy several opportunities to experience the ride. “During warm weather months, when it isn’t raining, we offer rides in ‘vintage’ Corvettes for an additional fee,” explains Ellison. “Guests can select between two or three Corvettes for an experience taking them through some In addition to the KidZone, the Museum offers a number of of Kentucky’s backroads in America’s special tours and activities geared for schools, scouts and more. Sports Car.” “Scavenger hunts are a great way for kids to fully immerse themselves in a Museum visit, and scout groups can earn a Inside the Museum you can try your skills special patch in the process,” says Ellison. at a racing simulator, which features an actual C6 Corvette in the Corvette Racing The Museum also offers field trip opportunities that include a team’s paint scheme and badging. “The sneak peek into the maintenance and restoration area of the car’s movement and sounds are much like Museum for automotive and technology classes. “MEchanics being on an actual track, and passengers is another program offered on demand, teaching kids approaching are welcome,” says Ellison. If you still driving age the basics like checking tire pressure and changing crave a thrill, nearby NCM Motorsports a flat, checking fluids and more,” Ellison says. Park offers high speed go-karts and hot lap rides in a Corvette with a pro-driver. There are also career tours which introduce students to up to Visitors can even get behind the wheel of 20 different careers, all vital to the operations of successful a Corvette for some laps on the 3.15 mile businesses. Students are able to listen in as professionals discuss road course. their career, educational requirements and job opportunities.
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1 The facade of the National Corvette Museum, located in Bowling Green, Kentucky, is as sharp and interesting as the automobiles it houses. 2 When a sinkhole opened up underneath the museum in 2014, swallowing 8 Corvettes, museum officials made the most of the terrible situation with this unique display. Visitors can see all 8 vehicles, only 3 of which have been restored.
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UPCOMING EVENTS “Event season at the Museum kicks off the last weekend of April each year with the Michelin NCM Bash,” Ellison says. “The event traditionally marks the official roll out of the next model year Corvette and is packed with those who bring the car to reality, including designers and engineers from both General Motors and the Corvette Assembly Plant.” Through June 30 this year, a special exhibit will celebrate the 50th anniversary of landing on the moon. Visitors can view three Corvettes owned by NASA Astronauts, a space suit once worn by Kentucky’s Terry Wilcutt, and an exhibit on low earth orbit from Marshall Space Center. You also won’t want to miss the Anniversary Celebration of the Museum over Labor Day weekend. “2019 is the milestone 25th Anniversary and 6th National Corvette Caravan,” says Ellison. “Festivities will officially kick off with a concert by Jefferson Starship at the Museum’s Amphitheater. Over 6,000 Corvettes are expected to convene in Bowling Green for the Celebration.” Later, in November, the Museum celebrates Military Appreciation month with complimentary admission to military veterans, police and firefighters and their immediate accompanying family along with a recognition event offering complimentary rides in Corvettes and lunch for veterans.
IF YOU GO: The Museum is open daily, 8am-5pm CT. Visit the website for more information or reservations for some events & activities: https://www.corvettemuseum.org/
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Charming Cape Cod home, designed by Steve Graves, nestled on a .8 acre lot in the popular 40502 area. Family Room w/ vaulted ceiling and lots of windows overlooking the large, covered back porch.
1825 St Ives Circle
1916 Lakes Edge Drive
$999,000
$869,000
Beautifully updated with refinished hardwood floors, first floor Master Suite, and newer HVAC system. Great Room with coffered ceilings, new kitchen appliances and all new interior solid wood doors.
40502 - Fabulous Deal! Amazing Waterfront home with wonderful views of the lake! An adjacent half acre lot is also available to make this property the only full acre lot in Lakewood on the lake.
2100 Jacks Creek Pike
645 Elsmere Park
$750,000
Sitting on 10 gently rolling acres minutes from town this sophisticated all stone home has been updated and expanded. New roof, all window and doors (Pella), new plumbing and wiring, Carrier heat pump, and a whole house generator.
$729,900
Stately Romanesque style home in downtown Lexington. Beautifully restored facade features a 3 story turret and an arched Entry way. Amazing interior with updated plumbing, wiring and 3 zone HVAC.
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