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Contents A P R I L 2 015
48 Home
Style
In El Dorado, designer Andrea Brooks infuses color and personality into a new construction residence
April Showers
48 Free Spirited
56 A New Family Tradition A home filled with family history gets a youthful refresh from designer Susan Walsh of Bear-Hill Interiors
63 Simply Stated
Designer Debi Davis enlivens a Little Rock home with her signature neutral hues and a blend of new and old finds
11 Finds
14 L atest
Design Openings, Arrivals & Launches
17 Design
Counter Intelligence
Life
24 H appenings
Events in the Natural State
27 Discover
Searcy to Heber Springs
31 Flavor Fire Power
Special Section 37 In the Groove
Our Annual Spring Fashion Stylebook 4 At Home in Arkansas | April 2015
In Every Issue
8 A Note from the Editor in Chief 72 End Notes
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A young family make a house with family history into a place that’s all their own. Design by Susan Walsh. Photography by Nancy Nolan. See page 56. Vol. 20, No. 3 © 2015 by Root Publishing, Inc. All rights reserved. Permission to reprint or quote excerpts granted by written request only. At Home in Arkansas™ (ISSN 1540-8914, USPS# 020-999) is published 11 times a year (January/February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December) by Root Publishing, Inc., 2207 Cottondale Lane, Little Rock, AR 72202. Periodicals Postage Rates are Paid at Little Rock, AR and additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to At Home in Arkansas™; 2207 Cottondale Lane, Little Rock, AR. Return Undeliverable to Publisher.
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One of the most interesting things about spring is how transformative it can be. I always look to spring as a time for new beginnings and a time to make small changes in the world around me. It’s a sort-of “spring cleaning” of the soul. This year I have many projects waiting for some TLC. I don’t know why I can’t seem to motivate myself to perform at least a few of these tasks during the cold winter months. It’s like the weather outside is excuse enough to keep me from being productive in my interior spaces. A project that is on the top of my list this year is painting. I have several areas of my home that are in need of a facelift. I love the fact that I get to see such an array of color palettes in the many beautiful homes I visit. It is quite often that I return to my desk with some new-found inspiration resonating in my mind as a possible choice for my own home. In this issue you’ll find three remarkable homes—all based in traditional design but all very different because of the color palettes that have been chosen. Andrea Brooks designs a newly built custom home in El Dorado with a wide range of jewel-tone hues that lift the spirit the moment you walk through the front door. Susan Walsh turns a Little Rock home with years of history into a quiet kaleidoscope of fresh pastels that reflect the youthful lifestyle of its current owners. Finally, Debi Davis—the doyenne of neutral-hued luxury—fills a Heights home with elegance and refinement that makes it what the homeowner calls, “her favorite place to be.” Along with these features, we have been working with local boutiques to bring you the latest in menswear and women’s fashions. After all, transforming your wardrobe is also a form of sprucing up for the season. Whether just a couple of new items or a full wardrobe change, the warmer weather and new trends from the runways both seem to play a part in our ever-evolving wardrobe choices. Whatever you are in the mood to transform this spring, perusing the pages of this issue is a great start to get you excited for the potential of what lies ahead. Enjoy!
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Photographed on location at Tuft & Table. All items available through Confetti’s Party Rental, Little Rock, (501) 374-0021, confettispartyrental.com; Tanarah Luxe Floral, Little Rock, (501) 372-1400, tanarahluxefloral.com; Tuft & Table, Little Rock, (501) 244-9041, tuftandtable.com April 2015 | athomearkansas.com 11
Style/Finds Birdcage-motif dessert plate. Marshall Clements, Little Rock, (501) 663-1828, West Little Rock, (501) 954-7900, marshallclements.com
“Mr. & Mrs.” card. The Social Type, Little Rock, (501) 661-9929, thesocialtypelr.com
April Showers
Welcome to the season of soirées! Create an affair to remember with these hostess essentials PRODUCER Tiffany Adams PHOTOGRAPHY Matthew Martin
Green linen hemstitch napkin with “Riley” gold napkin ring. Fifth Season, Little Rock, (501) 225-0544, fifthseason.com
Sugar cookie cupcakes with white and pink buttercream icing. Cupcakes on Kavanaugh, Little Rock, (501) 664-2253, eatacupcake.com. Glass cake stand with hand-painted gold detail. The Full Moon, Little Rock, (501) 663-4367, thefullmoonlittlerock.com
Striped paper baking cups. The Full Moon, Little Rock, (501) 663-4367, thefullmoonlittlerock.com Gold-dot embellished wooden stir sticks. The Social Type, Little Rock, (501) 661-9929, thesocialtypelr.com
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Garden tulips. Tipton & Hurst, locations throughout Central Arkansas, (501) 666-3333, tiptonhurst.com
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Shindig Opens in Bentonville
Now Open for spring shopping!
Trisha Logan is expanding her popular Fayetteville paper goods store by opening a second location in Bentonville on the town square. The shop plans to open its doors in March and will host a formal grand opening in May. The paperie, which carries a well-curated collection of stationery, greeting cards, invitations, and gifts will offer many of the same lines as the Fayetteville location but will also introduce a few new names, exclusive to the Bentonville store, including Cavallini Papers & Co., Sapling Press, and Hester & Cook. Custom design services will also be available in-house. Follow them on Instagram (@shindigbentonville) for opening dates and more info. 120 South Main, Bentonville, (479) 521-1778, shindigpaperie.com
Helena’s bella moves to new location
Formerly in a shared space with Handworks, Bella has now moved into a separate store of its own. Located just next door to its previous location, the new venue is “set in a scheme of pale pinks and gray to give it a Coco Chanel feel” according to owners Jordan Yancey, Cathy Campbell, and Dorry Lea Davis. The boutique offers clothing, jewelry, accessories, and shoes for women of all ages in their signature “simply stated style.” You’ll find lines such as Free People, Show Me Your MuMu, Chaser, PJ Salvage, Kendra Scott, and Nally & Millie as well as local jewelry from the Gina Carmen Collection. Open Tuesday – Saturday. 229 Cherry Street, Helena, (870) 228-5004
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photography: courtesy of nathan cooper, shindig paperie, and bella
Nathan Cooper of River Valley Builders was recently named 2015 president of the Home Builders Association of Greater Little Rock. Cooper has been a member of the Home Builders Association since 2009 and has served on its board of directors. Cooper says he looks forward to representing members and optimistically working toward the future of the association and of homebuilding in general. Cooper believes the HBA is an important resource for anyone who is building a home. “Every member of the HBA is a professional builder, licensed, and insured. Since membership in the Greater Little Rock Homebuilders Association is voluntary, we believe any company that chooses to become an involved member of the HBA believes in high industry standards,” Cooper says. Other officers include Justin Keener of Billy Hartness Construction, who will serve as vice president, and Tony Dillon of The Dillon Group, who will be secretary/treasurer. For additional information on the Home Builders Association of Greater Little Rock as well as contact information for local builders and suppliers who are members, visit hbaglr.com. 2901 Main Street, North Little Rock, (501) 758-3646
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Style/Design
Counter Intelligence
Your home’s countertops work hard for you on a daily basis. So trust your instincts when it comes to finding the unique combination of texture, character, and function to fit your lifestyle Producer Ashley Gill Photography Courtesy of Vendors
If you like a traditional granite look, with dark dominant tones and strokes of black and white, Coastal Grey is the color of Classico™ Caesarstone® for you. Distinctive Kitchens & Baths, kitchensofarkansas.com; Inside Effects, inside-effects.com; Kitchen & Bath Ideas, kitchenandbathideas.biz; Kitchen Distributors, kitchendistributorsinc.com; New Century Counter Tops & Tile, newcenturycountertops.com; Ridout Lumber Co., ridoutlumber.com; Whiteline Designs, whitelinedesigns.net
Calacatta Nuvo, a new color in the Caesarstone® Classico™ collection, is inspired by Calacatta marble and provides the resilience of quartz surfaces. Distinctive Kitchens & Baths, kitchensofarkansas.com; Inside Effects, inside-effects.com; Kitchen & Bath Ideas, kitchenandbathideas.biz; Kitchen Distributors, kitchendistributorsinc.com; New Century Counter Tops & Tile, newcenturycountertops.com; Ridout Lumber Co., ridoutlumber.com; Whiteline Designs, whitelinedesigns.net
Boos® Blended Black Walnut countertops harmoniously balance the textures and colors of heartwood, sap, natural mineral, and grain. Ray Lusk Plumbing, rayluskplumbing.com
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Santiago, by Wilsonart, is a white and off-white quartz countertop design suggesting movement, which is emphasized by the black flecks and veining. Arnold’s Flooring America, arnoldsflooringlittlerock.com; Closet Factory, closetfactory.com; Kitchen Tune-Up, kitchentuneup.com; Lewis Lumber & Supply, lewislbr.com
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1/Inspired by Calacatta marble, Aura is one of five hues of Dekton by Cosentino®. The highly durable surface can be used in living spaces indoors and out. Arnold’s Flooring America, arnoldsflooringlittlerock.com; Distinctive Kitchens & Baths, kitchensofarkansas.com; Inside Effects, inside-effects.com; Kitchen & Bath Ideas, kitchenandbathideas.biz; Kitchen Tune-Up, kitchentuneup.com; New Century Counter Tops & Tile, newcenturycountertops. com; Ridout Lumber Co., ridoutlumber.com
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2/The Influencer Series, by Silestone®, was created in collaboration with influential designers and consists of six colors, inspired by regional design trends. Pictured here are Copper Mist (above) and Albedo (below). Arnold’s Flooring America, arnoldsflooringlittlerock.com; Distinctive Kitchens & Baths, kitchensofarkansas.com; Inside Effects, inside-effects.com; Kitchen & Bath Ideas, kitchenandbathideas.biz; Kitchen Tune-Up, kitchentuneup.com; New Century Counter Tops & Tile, newcenturycountertops. com; Ridout Lumber Co., ridoutlumber.com
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Indoor/outdoor area rug in diamond geometric pattern by Dash & Albert. Cobblestone & Vine, cobblestoneandvine.com; House to Home, shophousetohome.com; Lewis Lighting & Home, lewislightingandhome.com
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3/Gaudi, by Wilsonart, is a high-drama quartz countertop design that calls to mind the interplay of pattern and depth found in tortoiseshell. Arnold’s Flooring America, arnoldsflooringlittlerock.com; Closet Factory, closetfactory.com; Kitchen Tune-Up, kitchentuneup.com; Lewis Lumber & Supply, lewislbr.com 4/Langdon™, a design in Cambria’s Coastal™ collection offers a deep, rich palette of grays and browns, accented with the glimmer of natural quartz material for a dynamic effect. AHI Stoneworks, (501) 262-1622; Distinctive Kitchens & Baths, kitchensofarkansas.com; Inside Effects, inside-effects.com; Kitchen & Bath Concepts, kbc1.com; Kitchen & Bath Ideas, kitchenandbathideas.biz; Lumber One Home Center, lumberonehomecenter.com; Ridout Lumber Co., ridoutlumber.com
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1/Blanco Orion, part of the Nebula Alpha Series by Silestone®, offers a stark white base with veining in a rich palette of subtle greys. Arnold’s Flooring America, arnoldsflooringlittlerock.com; Distinctive Kitchens & Baths, kitchensofarkansas.com; Inside Effects, inside-effects.com; Kitchen & Bath Ideas, kitchenandbathideas.biz; Kitchen Tune-Up, kitchentuneup.com; New Century Counter Tops & Tile, newcenturycountertops.com; Ridout Lumber Co., ridoutlumber.com 3
2/Trend Surface Polar Ice, a precious mosaic surface, creates a streamlined and serene effect in this contemporary kitchen. Granite Transformations, granitetransformations.com 3/Caesarstone’s Classico™ collection has now expanded to include surfaces created to offer the look of concrete with the easy maintenance of quartz. Distinctive Kitchens & Baths, kitchensofarkansas. com; Inside Effects, inside-effects. com; Kitchen & Bath Ideas, kitchenandbathideas.biz; Kitchen Distributors, kitchendistributorsinc. com; New Century Counter Tops & Tile, newcenturycountertops.com; Ridout Lumber Co., ridoutlumber. com; Whiteline Designs, whitelinedesigns.net
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There’s a new pizzeria in SoMa offering Italian comfort food staples designed to delight even the most discerning diners. Read the story on page 31. April 2015 | athomearkansas.com 23
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Vintage Market Days of NWA
April 10-12 • Bentonville
Listed by Country Living as one of the “7 flea markets & barn sales not to miss in 2015,” this three-day event won’t disappoint. Alongside amazing home décor and furnishings, you’ll have the opportunity to sample fare from food trucks, enjoy live music, and step away from normal life for a few hours. Join them at their new venue, the Benton County Fairgrounds, to experience the fun. Purchase an early buying event ticket to preview the sale on Friday. Preview sale and three-day event pass, $10; general admission, $5. nwarkansas.vintagemarketdays.com
My Home Expo
41st Annual Dogwood Festival
April 18 & 19 • Conway Head to the Conway Expo Center for this informative and inspiring trade show. This year’s set up will include a Ladies’ Cave featuring décor and furniture; a Man Cave, with electronics and “man-sized” furniture; a Kids’ Playhouse; and the Home University, where you can learn about maintenance and improvements from local professionals. Free admission. (800) 405-4749, arkansashomenetwork.com
Arkansas Literary Festival
April 23-26 • Little Rock
Touted as the “premier gathering of readers and writers in Arkansas,” the Arkansas Literary Festival brings in the best of the book world with a long list of nationally acclaimed co-writers and guest speakers, including cookbook cowriters and owners of Savannah’s Back in the Day Bakery Cheryl and Griffith Day (pictured here); writer and director John Waters, retired Army General Wesley K. Clark, and well-known Southern journalist Rick Bragg. Attend lectures and panels, meet the authors at book signings, and enjoy workshops and special presentations— all held at the Main Library campus and nearby venues—over the course of the four-day event. Most events are free and open to the public. For a full schedule including times and locations, visit arkansasliteraryfestival.org 24 At Home in Arkansas | April 2015
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April 24-26 • Siloam Springs Enjoy a seasonal celebration in Siloam Springs’ downtown parks. This popular, family friendly festival features more than 200 craft and resale retailers, home-cooked food vendors, and—for younger attendees—rides and activities inside the “KidZone.” (479) 524-6466, siloamchamber.com
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Searcy to Heber springs Whether you’re a local or headed through the area to a weekend getaway destination, make the time to stop and take in the charming sites and shops in downtown Searcy and Heber Springs
LOCAL FINDS Located just off the square, Bliss Salon & Boutique (501-279-2544) is a haven for the busy woman. Offering appointments for hair, nails, and massages, as well as the latest fashions, it’s truly a one-stop shop to relax and update your look. The boutique features fun and colorful clothing, along with jewelry and accessories. Don’t forget to shop the upstairs portion of the store for more trendsetting finds. From there, we suggest heading just down the square to visit The Boutique (501-268-3434, searcyboutique.com). Filled with beautiful china, kitchen and tabletop wares, bedding from Pinecone Hill and furniture and rugs from Company C, as well as a huge selection of special, soon-to-be cherished gifts, the
shop is a true gem for all things home. Newly engaged brides can create their own registry filled with all the things that make a house a home. Stop in today to find unique goodies for yourself or a loved one. Next, venture over to East Race Avenue for all of your fine jewelry needs. Located in a beautifully updated historic property near Harding University, Tara & Co. Diamonds (501-268-4684, taracodiamonds.com) is the area’s premier jeweler, offering the expertise of a trained and knowledgeable staff. You’ll find a huge selection of stunning engagement rings and exquisite quality brands including Michele, Sylvie, Le Vian, and Pandora— the perfect accessory for any look.
Continue your shopping trip just up the road in Heber Springs, where you’ll find Panache (501-362-7919, aromatique.com). The charming and well-stocked store adjoins the corporate headquarters for Arkansas’s beloved home fragrance brand, Aromatique. And while you’ll find plenty of candle and potpourri offerings in the shop, you can also browse an equally large selection of china, glassware, linens, and gift items. In addition, Panache now offers bridal registry for the area’s newly engaged couples. The friendly staff is eager to help you find your favorite Aromatique fragrance or show you their wide array of giftware if you’re on the hunt for something special. April 2015 | athomearkansas.com 27
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MAKE IT HOME If you decide to call the area home, we suggest stopping in at Sowell’s Furniture (501-268-8100, sowellsfurniture.com) for a few new pieces to spruce up your home. The family owned and operated business has been a staple of the area for more than 70 years. Best known for their colorful home furnishings—including upholstered pieces, dining tables, bedroom sets and more, they recently received a new shipment for spring. Walk their 38,000-square-foot showroom, to find the perfect furniture selections for your home. If you need to make a few updates to your home’s tile or flooring, turn to White River Flooring (501-593-4994, whiteriverflooring.com). Located just down from the square on Main Street, the showroom offers any type of flooring you could possibly need, including many 28 At Home in Arkansas | April 2015
options for pre-finished flooring. Visit them for all your hardwood, tile, and carpet needs. Many options are in-stock and can be delivered to your home right away. Perhaps your home could benefit from new bedding, drapes, or pillows. Interior Creations (501-268-2311, searcydesigncenter.com) can assist you with their selection of fabrics, custom-made soft goods, and ideas for personalization. What’s more, the family owned business has a huge selection of window treatments and carries upholstered goods as well. If the idea of renovating or redecorating your home seems daunting, turn to an expert who can help with everything from start to finish. Beth Davis Interiors (501-305-3139, bethdavisinteriors.com) is a full-service design firm helmed by its namesake, interior designer Beth Davis. From a
kitchen makeover or a room refresh to entire home renovations, Davis has you covered. Working with a variety of styles, Davis can help you to make your vision for your home a reality. Contact her today to set up a consultation. While you may love living in the area, summer vacations are just around the corner. Contact Renee Taylor Travel Company (501-305-3780, rtaylortravel.com) to help you plan your perfect summer getaway. Through their network and affiliations, the full-service travel agency can offer you access to top hotels, resorts, spas, cruise lines, and tour companies—all at a great value. With more than 25 years of combined experience, the professionals at Renee Taylor Travel Company are trusted advisors who can help you every step of the way to make your travel dreams an enjoyable reality.
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Located in downtown Little Rock’s SoMa district, PIRO Brick Oven and Barroom is quickly becoming a popular haunt for locals and visitors alike. Equal parts easygoing and edgy, the restaurant’s décor is as pleasing to the eye as the fare is to the palate. Read on to learn more about the new eatery and pub. story Tiffany Adams photography Rett Peek styling Chip Jones
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Marinara and parmesan meatballs served with a crispy baguette.
>>THE RESTAURANT CONCEPT Jason Neidhardt is no stranger to the Arkansas restaurant scene. After having worked at, been part-owner of, or helped to launch more than a dozen central Arkansas eateries, he had a yearning for a place all his own. Enter his brother, Eric Nelson and business partner Bart Barlogie Jr.—who, together, own The Fold, in Little Rock’s Riverdale district. Nelson and Barlogie had secured a building on South Main Street in Little Rock and were waiting for the right concept and team before launching their next venture. After deciding to center the restaurant on brick-oven pizzas, they turned to central-Arkansas advertising agency Eric, Rob & Isaac, and the name PIRO—as well as the emblematic logo—were born. As the storyline of the eatery unfolded, Neidhardt took the reins as head chef and operations partner, positions from which he currently oversees the day-to-day portion of the business.
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>>THE MENU Although he has been a part of numerous restaurant openings, Neidhardt admits he had “never done pizza before.” Rising to the challenge, he spent time at DeLuca’s Pizzeria Napoletana in Hot Springs and with Georges Launet, the mastermind behind Little Rock’s Pizzeria Santa Lucia. From there, he carefully developed a menu that gives the feel of a fine dining establishment (echoing his prior experience) with the offerings of a true Italian comfort-food restaurant. “We have a small menu that isn’t meant to overwhelm the customer,” Neidhardt says. “It’s the kind of place where you can come to grab lunch and know you’ll have plenty of time to get your food and enjoy it before you head back to the office,” he adds. For example, you’ll find locally sourced, freshingredient salads, including the “Date Night,” which features shaved fennel, pistachios, dates, and Gorgonzola dressing and the more traditionally Italian “Caprese,” which consists of mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, and local mixed greens topped with a balsamic vinaigrette. Alongside the salads, guests can also enjoy hearty appetizers such as meatballs, beef Carpaccio, and bone marrow, which Neidhardt says he feels gives the pizzeria distinction. “With my background in fine dining, I wanted to raise the bar with the starters. [Customers] can look at our starters and trust that we know what we’re doing.” As for the main attraction, the menu’s eight pizzas include everything from the “Funghi,” which delights veggie lovers with a mix of wild mushrooms, caramelized onions, sautéed spinach, mozzarella, and olive oil, to the popular “Salsiccia,” featuring PIRO’s house-made fennel sausage, peppadews, mozzarella, and pomodoro sauce. What’s more, if you’ve managed to save room for dessert, Neidhardt recommends the Gelato Floatato—a scoop of Loblolly gelato (which is made just across the street) covered with root beer, which is served on tap, alongside 19 other craft beer options.
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>>THE DESIGN SCHEME After nailing down the food concept, the partners brought in Little Rock-based designer Shelby Cotton to give shape to the formerly empty SoMa location. “When I first saw the space, in my mind the layout was a given,” Cotton says of the restaurant’s three main areas—the floating bar, the cozy waiting and lounge area, and the dining tables and banquette seating. Because the building is narrow, Cotton notes that “the banquette was a must to maximize seating and allow people to move freely around the bar area.” As for the overall look of the space, Cotton desired to keep with the authenticity of the old city-block building by using materials that would have been found in the space originally. These include the existing ceiling tiles, vintage exposed brick walls, and a marble counter at the bar. As for the palette, Cotton notes, “People think of red as a pizzeria color, so I wanted to incorporate it but not make it the sole color of the space.” Rather than splashing the hue across the walls, she introduces it in accents, including the dining chairs, and it mixes beautifully with the room’s rich gray for a fresh, contemporary appeal. Eggs for the H.A.M.Cetta pizza come from Dunbar Gardens where Neidhardt is on the board. “I have a key to the chicken coops, and I walk over to get the eggs for our pizzas,” he says. April 2015 | athomearkansas.com 33
Life/Flavor >>THE DETAILS A bevy of features tailored specifically to the restaurant’s brand add to the impact of the décor. For example, what appear to be rough-hewn wooden floor planks were actually harvested from the back of tractor-trailer trucks. “They have lots of character and are very durable,” Neidhardt notes. In keeping with Cotton’s desire to enhance the original presence of the building, she chose industrial pendant lights with an antiquated look and hung them at varying heights for visual interest. The pendants are juxtaposed with modern-style light fixtures in the bar and common areas. These more contemporary pieces blend with the space’s trendsetting palette and also work well with the artwork, which includes a mix of large and small abstract pieces by two Little Rock artists—Ray Wittenberg and Dan Thornhill. “I think the art really pops and solidifies the spaces,” Cotton says of their eye-catching appeal. Finally, she brought in a vintage red trunk and had small seating cubes reupholstered with Kilim pillow covers to give the space depth. “This is my solution to not being able to have rugs and throw pillows as you would in your home,” she concludes of the inviting effect.
“It’s the kind of place where you can come to grab lunch and know you’ll have plenty of time to get your food and enjoy it before you head back to the office.” —Jason Neidhardt
The “Funghi,” pizza delights veggie lovers with a mix of wild mushrooms, caramelized onions, sautéed spinach, mozzarella, and olive oil.
Design Resources Contractor Central Construction Group, Little Rock, (501) 244-9085, centralconstructiongroup.net Interior design Shelby Wittenberg Cotton, Shelby Cotton Design, Little Rock, (501) 690-0963 Logo design Eric, Rob & Isaac, Little Rock, (501) 978-6329, ericrobisaac.com Accessories, furniture, and lighting Shelby Cotton Design, Little Rock, (501) 690-0963 Art Dan Thornhill, M2 Gallery, Little Rock, (501) 944-7155, m2lr.com; Ray Wittenberg, Little Rock, (501) 773-4164, raywittenberg.com Brick Antique Brick and Block, Little Rock, (501) 375-0060, antiquebrickinc.com
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Industrial materials and elements, including an exposed brick base for the bar, marble bar counter, and flooring that was re-purposed from the back of tractor-trailer trucks give the restaurant an edgy flair. April April 2015 2015 || athomearkansas.com athomearkansas.com 35 35
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HAUS WERK A floral, boho tunic by 3J Workshop by Johnny Was tops off Big Star Vintage cuffed jeans accessorized with a Bed|St端 cross-body, fringed handbag and platforms, Lulu and Me leather band bracelet, and Natural Life crocheted headscarf. A tapestry print ottoman pouf is the perfect accessory for the home. Haus Werk, Little Rock, (501) 663-5251, shophauswerk.com
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Designer Andrea Brooks works with open-minded clients to breathe vibrancy and timelessness into their new-construction El Dorado home
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Vintage dining chairs with octagonal backs underwent a total overhaul, including the application of new contrasting inside/outside upholstery fabrics in textured woven chenille and velvet along with a sleek, white lacquer finish on the frames. The lamps that sit atop the buffet were made from Chinoiserie vases. Behind them hangs a mixed-media painting by Kelly O’Neal, titled “Imagined Realm,” which amplifies the ethereal effect of the delicate yet daring design. Facing page: Mixed-media abstract artworks by Marlene Gremillion hang on either side of the great room’s oversized built-in.
For Andrea Brooks, home design is less about achieving a particular ‘look’ and more about finding a way to, as she says, “bring a space to life and connect it with the homeowner.” Such a deeply individualized approach to each project demands compatibility and a deep trust between herself and her clients. “The relationship is such an important one,” Brooks says, because it’s “got to be the right fit, or no one will be happy with the end result.” That’s why, when former clients Ted and Glynis Impson came to her before building a new home at the Mystic Creek Golf Community, located just outside of El Dorado, she jumped at the chance to work with them again. “[The Impsons] knew my design aesthetic well and really put themselves in my hands. They gave me full creative license. There is so much freedom in that. They wanted me to be proud of this project and not hold back,” Brooks says. The result of such creative freedom is a home that expresses—through the designer’s signature use of color and texture—the distinctive character and charisma of the family who lives there.
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Brooks has worked in the so-called new traditional style since the start of her career—before the label was a common watchword in the industry—and for this project she found it to be a natural projection of the Impsons’ personalities. “They are definitely traditional at their core, but they love color and have a strong desire to be surrounded by things that are a little different—things that are not just like their neighbors’ [things],” she says. It was Brooks’s mother’s best friend who first inspired her to take this approach in her work and put an updated, more personalized spin on traditional interior design. Brooks, who was fresh out of college at the time, remembers: “[She] became my design mentor and introduced me to collected, layered interiors. She taught me the art of mixing metals, textures, and color. It became second nature to me.” The interplay of contrasting finishes and elements from various time periods and cultures—in conjunction with the free rein given her by the Impsons—allowed Brooks to instill in this new construction home a sense of individuality and to keep the furnishings from having what she calls “that ‘off the showroom floor’ look.”
Indeed, some actual treasure hunting was required in order to achieve the acquired-over-time yet unfussy look Brooks wanted to give the home. “I love the thrill of the hunt for that unique find that brings depth and interest to the space,” she says. Both the dining room and breakfast room chairs are examples of vintage sets that were purchased and revitalized to her specifications. Selecting the original artwork displayed throughout the home was, similarly, a matter of searching for exactly the right pieces to enhance the experience of each space. Brooks explains: “I don’t choose art because it matches the sofa or pillows. A couple of the pieces I had actually discovered before this project because they spoke to me. They didn’t connect with other clients but immediately [seemed] at home here. That’s what you want art to do—to feel like the space wouldn’t [be] the same without it. It needs to have a distinct voice in the room—whether in-your-face bold or just there to bring peace and comfort.”
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Above: The great room’s oversized built-in cabinetry repeats the hexagonal motif of the dining room chair backs, and custom draperies accentuate the dramatic scale of the space, banding the wall in exaggerated stripes of navy and white.
The breakfast chairs were another vintage find. Andrea had their faux bois frames lacquered, and a faux bois fabric by Highland Court reiterates the motif. The large-scale floral drapery fabric was one of the most difficult elements of the design to select, according to Brooks, because she was holding out for the perfect complement to her wide-ranging palette of blues. This one, by Wesley Hall, was her ideal solution.
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The painting “Lilypads,” by Arkansas-artist Janis Wylie poses a perfect complement to the playful palette of furnishings and accents in the hearth room. Facing page: In the kitchen, “Iceberg Blue” quartzite countertops are veined with periwinkle, in keeping with the home’s palette. A gleaming brass finish and magenta upholstery mean that the counter seats are “definitely not your neighbor’s barstools,” Brooks says. A vintage Indian gold tea service, a vintage brass and copper three-tiered server, vintage Russian Lomonosov Co. “Peacock” cups and saucers, and Canton “Rose Medallion” dessert plates make for an eclectic and elegant tea time.
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Expectations Aside In this home, it is the color palette that takes center stage, as is true for many of Brooks’s designs. Knowing that Glynis’s favorite color is blue, she took a risk and proposed a striking periwinkle shade for the dining room. “That was the most powerful first decision that was made,” Brooks recalls. “Layering color is my specialty,” she says, and that blue “was the foundation for the other blue tones: cobalt, navy, orchid, and purple.” It is in doing what she does best—and in embracing bold choices in line with her own creative vision—that Brooks has, perhaps, been able to make the home feel as unique and multifaceted as its residents. “It has been surprising to some people who know Glynis that she would have a home with that much color,” Brooks says, “but she loves it and says it’s perfect. She just wouldn’t have had the confidence to do it on her own.”
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A soothing blend of gray, gold, and blue with many subtle variations comprises the palette of the Impsons’ master bedroom. An acrylic painting by Little Rock artist Joshua Plumlee accentuates the warmth of the gold detailing of the bedframe and gold tones in the accent fabric of the boudoir pillows.
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Design Resources Architect Nathan Alderson, Alderson Design Company, Little Rock, (501) 690-2471 Contractors Boyd Corley, CorCo, Little Rock, (501) 868-9222; Gary Johnson, El Dorado, (870) 310-4445 Interior design Andrea Brooks, Andrea Brooks Interiors, El Dorado, (870) 314-1334, andreabrooksinteriors.com Kitchen design Duke Custom Cabinets, Roland, (501) 868-8111, dukecustomcabinets.com Accessories Andrea Brooks Interiors, El Dorado, (870) 314-1334, andreabrooksinteriors.com; Cantrell Furniture Design Center, Little Rock, (501) 225-0002, cantrellfurniture.com; Cobblestone & Vine, Little Rock, (501) 664-4249, West Little Rock, (501) 219-3676, cobblestoneandvine. com; Main Street Antiques, El Dorado, (870) 862-2020; Providence Design, Little Rock, (501) 372-1886, providenceltddesign.com; Sydney Murphy Design, El Dorado, (870) 863-6625, sydneymurphydesign.com Appliances Metro Appliances & More, Jonesboro, (870) 933-7800, North Little Rock, (501) 758-1988, Springdale, (479) 750-2200, metroappliancesandmore.com Art Backwoods Art & Frame, El Dorado, (870) 863-5254; Bear-Hill Interiors, Little Rock, (501) 907-9272, bearhillinteriors.com; Cobblestone & Vine, Little Rock, (501) 664-4249, West Little Rock, (501) 219-3676, cobblestoneandvine.com; Sandy Bennett, El Dorado, sandybennett.org Bedding Andrea Brooks Interiors, El Dorado, (870) 314-1334, andreabrooksinteriors.com; Cobblestone & Vine, Little Rock, (501) 664-4249, West Little Rock, (501) 219-3676, cobblestoneandvine.com; Laura’s Draperies, Maumelle, (501) 256-6725, laurasdraperies.com Cabinets Duke Custom Cabinets, Roland, (501) 868-8111, dukecustomcabinets.com Carpet, flooring, and tile Storey’s Floor and Carpet, El Dorado, (870) 862-9446, storeysfloor.com Countertops Classic Marble and Granite, El Dorado, (870) 863-5033, marbleexperts.com Fabrics Andrea Brooks Interiors, El Dorado, (870) 314-1334, andreabrooksinteriors.com; Laura’s Draperies, Maumelle, (501) 256-6725, laurasdraperies.com Fixtures Southern Bath & Kitchen, locations statewide, southernbathandkitchen.com Florals Tipton & Hurst, locations throughout central Arkansas, (501) 666-3333, tiptonhurst.com Furniture Cantrell Furniture Design Center, Little Rock, (501) 225-0002, cantrellfurniture.com; Cobblestone & Vine, Little Rock, (501) 664-4249, West Little Rock, (501) 219-3676, cobblestoneandvine.com; Marshall Clements, Little Rock, (501) 663-1828, West Little Rock, (501) 954-7900, marshallclements.com; Providence Design, Little Rock, (501) 372-1886, providenceltddesign.com Hardware Andrea Brooks Interiors, El Dorado, (870) 314-1334, andreabrooksinteriors.com; Lumber One Home Center, Mayflower, (501) 470-1122, Stuttgart, (870) 673-3601, lumberonehomecenter.com Lighting Andrea Brooks Interiors, El Dorado, (870) 314-1334, andreabrooksinteriors.com; Marshall Clements, Little Rock, (501) 663-1828, West Little Rock, (501) 954-7900, marshallclements.com; Providence Design, Little Rock, (501) 372-1886, providenceltddesign.com Mirrors Backwoods Art & Frame, El Dorado, (870) 863-5254; Cobblestone & Vine, Little Rock, (501) 664-4249, West Little Rock, (501) 219-3676, cobblestoneandvine.com; El Dorado Glass & Mirror, El Dorado, (870) 862-0001 Paint Sherwin-Williams, locations statewide, sherwin-williams.com Rugs Hadidi Rug & Design Gallery, Little Rock, (501) 225-8999, hadidiruggallery.com Windows Lumber One Home Center, Mayflower, (501) 470-1122, Stuttgart, (870) 673-3601, lumberonehomecenter.com
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A Little Rock home that has housed two generations of ONE family receives a light, airy, and completely comfortable update from designer Susan Walsh
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Designer Susan Walsh added cozy club chairs and set up a bar in the living room of the Gaines’s home. “The bar is a fun way to incorporate entertaining into the room, and it keeps everyone connected in the same space during a party,” Walsh says.
When a house provides the setting for one family’s story across generations, it carries a special sense of place—it becomes a home with history, in the most personal sense. For Eliza Gaines, her husband Alec and their young son, Holden, it wasn’t a direct inheritance that brought her to live in a home already full of family memories, but rather fate. “This is the home my parents lived in as newlyweds. My brother was born during their time here, and Holden’s nursery was actually his nursery at that time,” Gaines says. “We were thinking about our future and starting a family, and we really liked this neighborhood, but this house wasn’t even on the market. My mom knew the homeowners were moving soon, and she called them to see if they would be willing to set up a showing.” From there, things fell right into place. Once the couple purchased the home they were eager to begin making it their own, so they contacted Susan Walsh of Little Rock’s Bear-Hill Interiors to guide them through the process.
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The breakfast nook is a juxtaposition of modern and traditional; classic glazed terracotta tile (which was existing in the home) covers the floors while a bird-cage-inspired light fixture hangs overhead and a straight-lined Parsons table from West Elm pairs effortlessly with timeless Bentwood chairs. Facing page: A set of wingback chairs was relocated from the living room to the sunroom and reimagined in a light pink-meets-purple, contemporary fabric. The chairs are trimmed with vibrant purple grosgrain ribbon to highlight the silhouette and echo the treatment on the Roman shade. Garden stools serve as occasional tables and can act as extra seating when needed.
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“I saw this home as being bright, happy, and cheerful because Eliza likes pastels so much.” —Susan Walsh
Point of Palette Few changes had been made to the home since Eliza’s parents left it decades earlier, and the young family were eager to put their own stamp on it. After an initial design consultation, Gaines shared her Pinterest boards with Walsh, in addition to a tear sheet of a pastel room from Veranda magazine. These inspirations helped the designer to discern more about Gaines's personal style and the look she wanted. “I saw this home as being bright, happy, and cheerful because Eliza likes pastels so much,” Walsh says. Indeed, pastels prevail; from the lavender walls in the master bedroom to the green-hued nursery and splashes of violet, blue, pink and yellow at almost every turn, the delicate palette unifies the design. Updating a Classic Gaines and Walsh both felt the home had a great deal of architectural interest, so they were cautious not to compromise its character in the process of renovation. However, certain areas of the home needed updating in order to be functional, modernized, and more in line with the Gaines’s taste. “Because
the home has a small footprint, every room needed to serve a very specific function,” Walsh says of the space planning. For example, the sunroom offers a place for the couple to sit with a good book or for Eliza to entertain her friends while Alec is in the main living room. Additionally, the kitchen has a small table with space for quick, casual meals, and the table in the dining room can accommodate up to eight—ideal for larger family gatherings. The living room also houses a standalone bar area, eliminating the need for an additional dedicated nook in the kitchen or dining room for this purpose. Carrying over the same practical approach to their choice of furnishings, the couple, with the help of Walsh's artful eye, selected classic shapes and styles that reinvigorated the space, without transforming the floorplan. Walsh also incorporated many pieces the Gaineses already owned into the design. “Eliza and Alec gave me an inventory of items they had, and I tried to use these if they worked,” Walsh notes. For instance, the plates that hang in the dining room are pieces of china that now serve as wall décor.
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The Gaineses wanted to make sure a newly designed dining room could accommodate up to eight people. A round table with chairs that stow away in corners of the room when not in use was a perfect solution. A set of four framed pieces of artwork by Arkansas artist Ashley Saer accents the colors in the room. 60 At Home in Arkansas | April 2015
Sherwin-Williams’s Lady’s Slipper covers the walls of the master bedroom, setting the tone for a soothing space. A pair of swivel-style club chairs comes together to create a small space for the Gaines to read or relax. A separate vanity area with an upholstered stool gives Eliza a dedicated space to apply her makeup and accessorize.
A Well-Dressed Home While Walsh made good use of the family’s existing pieces, she didn’t forgo the opportunity to incorporate new furnishings and accessories that would give the home a fresh sense of traditionalism. “One of the things I really like about this house is that it has pieces she already owned, it has pieces from Pottery Barn and West Elm, and then it has a few aptly placed pieces that really pull it together,” Walsh says. “You can think of it just like you would your wardrobe, there are accessories that really make it pop. The fabrics, light fixtures, and accents are like pieces of jewelry for this home.” Forward Thinking Because the Gaineses knew they were planning to start a family, Walsh picked many furnishings that would be kid-friendly and last for years to come. “We really thought about that from the beginning and tried to choose things that would make sense for children and be pet-friendly,” Gaines adds. For example, Walsh could easily envision kids coloring at the durable dining room table, and the furniture in the living room is soft and casual—ideal for a family night at home. Perhaps the best example lies in the couple’s son’s room. “It has a nursery feel, but it’s also something that he can grow into and that will work for them when he’s a toddler,” Walsh says of the pale green walls and animal-motif fabrics; “It still has the softness of a traditional nursery.” It’s this same softness, which flows throughout the home, that makes the approach and end result an undeniably current take on traditional style. April 2015 | athomearkansas.com 61
Schumacher’s “Jungle Jubilee” animal-graphic fabric set the tone for the Gaines’s son’s nursery. Pheromone artwork featuring butterflies and a walking stick adds vitality to the walls, while a vintage chest of drawers Walsh had painted light blue and a “Tori” bamboo side chair by Made Goods are beautifully functional. Design Resources Interior design Susan Walsh, Bear-Hill Interiors, Little Rock, (501) 907-9272, bearhillinteriors.com Contractor Bob Breeding, Beard Breeding Painting Co. Inc., Mabelvale, (501) 455-1010 Accessories, bedding, fabrics, furniture, lighting, rugs, and wallpaper Bear-Hill Interiors, Little Rock, (501) 907-9272, bearhillinteriors.com Countertops—master bath Arkansas Granite & More, Benton, (501) 315-4500, argrmore.com Fixtures—bath and kitchen Southern Pipe, locations statewide, southernbathandkitchen.com Paint Pratt & Lambert, available statewide, prattandlambert.com; Sherwin-Williams, locations statewide, sherwin-williams.com Tile—master bath Daltile, Maumelle, (501) 812-4800, daltile.com Window coverings Mountjoy’s Custom Draperies, Mabelvale, (501) 455-2216 62 At Home in Arkansas | April 2015
Simply Stated A mix of antiques, contemporary finds, and a range of cream hues make for a lovely—and livable—home in Little Rock’s Heights neighborhood
S t o r y: T i f fa n y A da m s
Pho t o gr a ph y: R e t t Pe ek
Styling: Chip Jones
“Simplicity is the ultimate elegance,” says designer Debi Davis of a monochromatic, sophisticated home she recently redesigned for a client in Little Rock. Armed with this philosophy, Debi and her team gave the home a complete facelift, with new furnishings, fresh accessories, and a subtle palette.
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“When you have fewer things in a space, they can be ornate and still not overpower the design. There are ways to create interest without complicating a room.” —Debi Davis Less is More To create the sort of refined yet inviting and livable home the client desired, Davis felt it was imperative to pare down the furniture and accessories in each room in an effort to create calm. “I wanted to use fewer pieces, but ones that were more important—either because of their functionality or because of the statement they make. When you don’t over-accessorize, it keeps you from feeling overwhelmed,” she says. “When you have fewer things in a space, they can be ornate and still not overpower the design. There are ways to create interest without complicating a room.”
Design Fusion While the home may have fewer pieces, the mix of old and new—as well as the contrast between the textures of wood and glass— creates an abundance of visual interest. Davis employed this tactic in common areas—in the dining room, for example, a contemporary custom rug and a new table by Hickory Chair live alongside an antique Italian mirror—as well as the graceful yet practical bedrooms in the home. Perhaps one of the most outstanding modern touches is the repetition of acrylic furnishings. “[The homeowner] loves clear acrylic pieces, so we are able to incorporate that in many of the rooms, including the coffee table in the living room and the barstools in the kitchen,” says Davis of the client’s preferences. “We really married old with new and ornate with clean lines throughout the design,” Davis says.
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A variety of textured fabrics add interest in the home’s formal dining room. The palette of what designer Debi Davis refers to as “vanilla, caramel, and toffee,” ties the elements together, while still giving a monochromatic look.
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With white walls and cabinetry, the airy kitchen veers slightly from the home’s creamy palette. Accessories in shades of blue and white are a classic and timeless choice. Acrylic barstools feature a vinyl, snakeskin fabric Davis found on a trip to the Round Top Antiques Fair in Texas. The fragment on the hood is a piece from Davis’s Reborn Relics line that was used to add architectural interest.
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“We really married old with new and ornate with clean lines throughout the design.” —Debi Davis One Palette, Lots of Interest Although the home appears to have a monochromatic palette—which by its very nature adds to the serene sophistication of the design—subtle nuances create dimension throughout the home. “We are known for doing monotone rooms, but that doesn’t mean they are all one color,” Davis says. For this home’s palette, she and her team chose what she refers to as shades of “vanilla, mixed with caramel and toffee to give it a richness.” From there, pops of brilliant white—most notably in the kitchen—and accents of blue were brought in to broaden the spectrum. “You can do monochromatic when you have tones that are layered and add interest with lots of texture in your fabrics,” Davis adds.
Lovely & Livable Aside from fitting the homeowner’s personal style, the home also had to be comfortable for hosting her children, grandchildren, and friends frequently. “From the start, we wanted it to be pretty and livable. It had to be a house where every room was usable,” Davis notes. With a creamy neutral palette, maintenance may seem daunting, but Davis takes ease of use into consideration for every piece of furniture and fabric she selects. “We have dogs and we know how kids live, so we make it a priority to use things that are treated for durability as soon as they are delivered so you can really live in your home,” Davis says, meaning the grandchildren, dogs, and—of course—the homeowner can feel right at home in the newly designed spaces.
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The homeowner requested that one guest bedroom have color, so Debi accessorized with shades of blue alongside the cream hues that flow throughout the rest of the home. Facing page, from top: A Century Furniture chair upholstered in a cut-velvet fabric by Beacon Hill coordinates beautifully with fragments from Reborn Relics, which adorn the bookcases. A guest bedroom with twin beds is Davis’s “favorite room in the home.” An antique chest coordinates with delicate Amy Howard benches and custom headboards and bedding.
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Design Resources Contractor Keith Hardin, KHC, Little Rock, (501) 580-8778, khcbuild.com Interior design Debi Davis, Debi Davis Interior Design, Little Rock, (501) 221-2032, danddinteriordesign.com Interior design—associate designers Jo Butts and Stephen Garrett, Debi Davis Interior Design, Little Rock, (501) 221-2032, danddinteriordesign.com Landscape design Robert Connell, Arkansas Tree & Landscape, Little Rock, (501) 912-1720 Accessories Cobblestone & Vine, Little Rock, (501) 664-4249, West Little Rock, (501) 219-3676, cobblestoneandvine.com; Debi Davis Interior Design, Little Rock, (501) 221-2032, danddinteriordesign.com; Marshall Clements, Little Rock, (501) 663-1828, West Little Rock, (501) 954-7900, marshallclements.com; Reborn Relics Home, Little Rock, (501) 221-2032, rebornrelicsdesign.com Art, bedding, countertops, fabrics, fixtures, hardware, lighting, paint, windows, and wallpaper Debi Davis Interior Design, Little Rock, (501) 221-2032, danddinteriordesign.com Cabinets—custom, millwork, and painting KHC, Little Rock, (501) 580-8778, khcbuild.com Carpet, flooring, and tile C&F Flooring, Little Rock, (501) 399-9909, candfcarpet.com Draperies Creative Installation, Little Rock, (501) 664-6954; Designer Effects, Little Rock, (501) 661-4070 Florals Tipton & Hurst, locations throughout central Arkansas, (501) 666-3333, tiptonhurst.com Furniture Debi Davis Interior Design, Little Rock, (501) 221-2032, danddinteriordesign.com; Marshall Clements, Little Rock, (501) 663-1828, West Little Rock, (501) 954-7900, marshallclements.com; Reborn Relics Home, Little Rock, (501) 221-2032, rebornrelicsdesign.com Rugs Martinous Oriental Rug Company, Little Rock, (501) 224-0313, martinous.com
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End Notes
Fresh Eggs With Easter celebrations taking place on April 5, you may be thinking about dyeing eggs and hiding them for young hunters. However, these fresh eggs—gathered from several local farms in Arkansas—come naturally in stunning hues. Pictured here are eggs laid by Ameraucana (blue), Polish (white), Rhode Island Red and Buff Orpingtons (light brown), and Cuckoo Maran (dark brown) hens. While nothing compares to the taste and texture of fresh eggs, we think you’ll agree that this colorful harvest is almost too beautiful to eat.
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