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CONTENTS Features
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16 Indoors Out The Great Outdoors Offers the Best of What’s Inside
10 Ask The Expert Acadian Home Theater and Automation
22 Anatomy of a Design Project A Decorator Breaks Down the Process of Design
12 New & Now Stylish Shortcuts for Spring Cleaning
In Every Issue
28 Local Flavor Cooking with Brine
8 Publisher’s Note 33 May Preview
30 Roots It’s Time to Tour Gardens
34 Style File Going Green with McLain Homes
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14 Take 10 Robby Turner Old South Lighting & Ironworks
32 Art Studio Baton Rouge’s Sharon Furrate
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On the cover: Designed and built by Backyard Builders of Lafayette, this outdoor pavilion’s tall, vaulted cypress ceiling creates a great, airy environment for entertaining guests. Photo by Melissa Oivanki. Story on page 16.
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[ PUBLISHER’S NOTE ]
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It’s a simple task to make things complex, but a complex task to make things simple. — Anonymous
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ver the last year, my life has changed in a big way. It’s nothing I saw coming, but the change came swiftly. Yep, in one fell swoop I felt exhausted by my own life choices and decided I want and need for things to be simpler. For as long as I can remember, nothing much intimidated me. I took on projects and welcomed risks, rarely seeing challenges as obstacles. Thankfully, things usually worked out just fine for me. Lately, I’m different. For example, I think twice about buying something if I’m not completely sure how I will use it or where it will go. I’m more cautious about taking on special projects for fear of failing to complete them on budget or in a timely manner. And maybe most importantly, I’m more protective of my own energy level and my capacity to deal with unforeseen challenges. Maybe I’m getting—eeek!—older and wiser. Some part of me now knows that it’s not always a simple task to simplify something I’ve gone and complicated. Springtime is in full swing, marking a time of year when many of us contemplate new projects from remodeling or redecorating to sprucing up the yard. These projects require time, planning, energy, oversight and resources to accomplish, but they are often well worth the investment. In this issue, we look at a couples’ recent experience of moving from Mississippi to Louisiana. Among the chaos of their relocation, the couple knew two things were certain: They wanted their new home to be comfortable and they needed the process to go smoothly. Recognizing their wants and needs meant hiring a professional decorator who would assist with the process. In line with that thinking, a simplified “project board” helped the couple narrow decorating decisions regarding the color palette, focal pieces and more. Ten years ago, I figure I might have moved to another state without any professional assistance other than a moving service. I would’ve tried to plot out my new furniture arrangement, hang my own draperies and place my own artwork. Today, I figure I can justify thinking more clearly about my likes and dislikes, needs and wants if I have a little help to simplify the process. (Sometimes we independent types must learn to lean on others to make life’s challenges simpler and more achievable.) So, go ahead and welcome spring with a project. My wish for you is that you keep it simple enough to enjoy the process as well as the finished project, all without overcomplicating your life. ■
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suggest incremental steps to get there based on your priorities. Home automation technology has become so sophisticated until the average consumer isn’t aware of the whole range of options now available. And there are emerging technologies on the horizon. For example, LG now offers a refrigerator with a builtin LED screen. This unit keeps track of what food is in the refrigerator, where it’s located
and when it expires. Plus, it can be set up to access via phone. If you’re on your way home from work and need to stop at the store, simply use your phone to talk to the fridge and see what you need to buy. The secret to creating the home of your dreams is first defining those dreams and then consulting with a professional to see what it takes to make them a reality. ■
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5 — About trends and local concerns Demand for hand forged iron doors and railings is on the rise. Lighting designs change constantly, but the finishes seem to still be trending towards darker bronze and copper. Traditional exterior lanterns and interior, over-the-island fixtures are popular in real copper with an aged (darkened) patina.
1 — What we do We offer a wide variety of lighting that can be bought individually or in wholehouse packages. We also manufacture and install hand-forged iron doors, gates, custom railing, corbels and hardware. Having a blacksmith on staff ensures the customer gets truly custom ironwork. 2 — The extras we can offer Unlike most showrooms and ironwork shops, we do finishing in house, so we can change fixture colors and options for railings and ironwork. 3 — One thing you might not know We produce CAD, or computer-aided drawings, to ensure the customer can visualize their finished product. We warrant everything we fabricate and install. 4 — Something that might surprise you I’ve been told many times that we are the best kept secret in Baton Rouge, having unique products at a competitive price. We have the only ironworks showroom in the area. 6 — About the business, in one word Trendsetting! 14 HOUSE and homE
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7 — Defining good customer service We try very hard to keep our promises. We are by no means perfect, but we do try to prevent problems and/or resolve issues that may arrive. 8 — About dollars and “sense” We take the guess work out of lighting and custom iron. We spend time up front, designing, drawing and planning to make sure our product looks the best and the customer knows exactly what they are getting, which avoids any confusion for our fabrication department, the customer and all involved. The customer will get what they are expecting. 9 — Why we’re different In addition to packaging the design, fabrication, installation and finishing, we have a complete showroom of ideas to illustrate options in lighting, railings, doors and other products. 10 — My idea of a great day at work A dream job would be one where we can design, fabricate and install our products at a reasonable profit for a customer who appreciates the hard work we’ve invested. Oh, and I would like to get paid for it, too. n
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STORY BY holly a. phillips Photos by Melissa Oivanki
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Designed and built by Kyle Braniff of Backyard Builders in Lafayette, this 384-square-foot pavilion provides a stunning covered area for outdoor entertaining.
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ouisiana’s warm weather has welcomed itself already, signaling summer is just around the corner. For most of us, summertime means more time spent outdoors, barbecues with friends and family and, if you’re lucky, some time in the cool pool waters. If you love the outdoors, why not bring the comforts of your home’s interior to the patio this season. The featured homes that follow have a jumpstart on this concept, with vaulted roofs over patterned-tile patios, complete kitchens fit for a gourmet chef, weatherproof furnishings as well as fireplaces and heat lamps for added comfort in any season.
PoolsideParty The pavilion is surfaced in Pennsylvania flagstone which complements the antique brick fireplace and adds a touch of subtle color. TV is easily hidden when not in use. This outdoor kitchen includes RCS stainless steel cabinets, a Bull brand gas grill, a DCS burner and a stainless steel dishwasher.
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ringing indoor luxuries to an outdoor area creates a cozy space for friends and family to gather. A family in The Settlement subdivision in Lafayette recently added a 384-square-foot pavilion adjacent to their existing pool, providing a great space for entertaining. Kyle Braniff of Backyard Builders in Lafayette created the all-cypress hipped cupola pavilion. Backyard Builders is known for their outdoor work, creating beautiful structures that truly enhance a home. Braniff says this type of pavilion is one of their best sellers. “The exposed rafters, tips, beams and posts are all new cypress,” the builder says. “It creates a gorgeous wow factor when people walk into the structure.”
The cupola, or the small dome at the peak of the roof, serves dual purposes. Not only is it aesthetically pleasing, it is also functional as it allows for airflow and releases smoke. Under the roof is a complete outdoor kitchen built into antique brick and complete with granite countertops. The outdoor kitchen includes RCS stainless steel cabinets, a Bull brand gas grill and a DCS burner. A stainless steel dishwasher serves as a place to keep dishware as well as clean it. “The stainless steel dishwasher has become a very popular item in our outdoor kitchens,” Braniff says. “It provides a vacuum sealed storage place for utensils and plates, so people don’t have to haul every item back and forth from the house. Start the dishwasher after the party is over, come back
a month later, and everything is clean and ready for use. Seems crazy at first, but it is very practical.” The pavilion flooring is surfaced in Pennsylvania flagstone, which provides a natural pattern and a touch of subtle color to the area. For this particular outdoor space, Braniff says he was aiming for a tall ceiling that would create an open environment. “It is necessary to gain as much height as possible, so the structure isn’t bearing down on you and allows for plenty of air movement,” Braniff says. The open structure provides shelter from the rain, shade from the sun as well as a beautiful place in which to entertain guests or just relax and enjoy an evening breeze. houseandhomemagazine.net 17
insideout Kyle Braniff of Backyard Builders built this roof extension to an existing patio, creating a destination for entertaining. The area can be open and airy or secluded by closing the weatherproof curtains.
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n outdoor space can be more than a kitchen or a pool. In fact, in can be everything you love about the indoors, including a vast, open living room. In Boulder Creek subdivision in Lafayette, Braniff’s Backyard Builders erected a roof extension off of the house, over an existing patio. “The new roof extends the gabled structure of the homeowners’ original house,” Braniff says. “It has a custom, 18 HOUSE and homE
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rustic shutter wall that helps shade the area without blocking air flow.” The new roof extension has a cypress ceiling that casts natural warmth over the space, which features a complete outdoor kitchen built with antique brick and a floor of multi-blend slate tiles set in a Versailles pattern. This 600-square-foot outdoor living area also features a stucco fireplace by Isokern for an added cozy element and visual focal point.
The kitchen has all of the amenities one would expect in the main house, including slate countertops, RCS stainless steel cabinets and assorted gas grill and burner components. “Every person who calls us wants a place that is beautiful and comfortable,” Braniff explains. “An open air feel with all of the bells and whistles creates a space that’s good for food and relaxation.” While the space is airy and open,
(Inset) A stucco fireplace surrounded with antique brick adds warmth to this outdoor space. The mantle displays decorative accessories while the cypress cabinets disguise and protect a flat-screen TV.
Outdoor furniture, heat lamps, blankets and throw pillows, a rug and candles all surround the stucco fireplace for an outdoor scene fit for the great indoors.
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“I think that the balance between hard surfaces and the softer look of wood creates a balance of textures,” Braniff says. “The furniture and decorations really pull the space together.”
A wall of antique brick creates the backdrop for a kitchen complete with slate countertops, RCS stainless steel cabinetry and a gas grill.
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there is an option for an enclosed space with functional curtains that surround the area. The curtains, made from Sunbrella fabric, have the option to hang from a rod or a track, depending on the particular outdoor setting. “These curtains are becoming very popular, especially in areas with outdoor fireplaces,” Braniff says. “In cooler weather, the curtains can be closed to prevent heat loss from the fireplace.” Curtains are just one indoor element of this outside space that provides a homey feel. The furniture, although wrought iron and weatherproof, brandishes warm colors and soft fabric for comfort. The final touches are
the candle pillars, decorative fireplace screen and comfy blankets. “I think that the balance between hard surfaces and the softer look of wood creates a balance of textures,” Braniff says. “The furniture and decorations really pull the space together.” The height of the space combined with the warmth of the cypress and antique brick as well as the right furniture and accessories work together to create an outdoor area just as comfortable as the indoors. “We had the opportunity to create an area that fulfilled the client’s desires,” Braniff says. “I know that they are continuously using and enjoying the structure.” ■
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designtime Interior decorator Jeanette Turk says some rooms dictate the floor plan for furniture placement. A fireplace is usually the focal point of a room, so the sofa is generally placed opposite the mantel.
{ The anatomy of a design project }
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ecorators are always on a timetable with their clients. Some projects are leisurely and of the “Don’t-worry-take-yourtime-we’re-not-in-a-hurry-just-find-theright-piece-you-know-what-we want” variety. But when a new client is relocating from another town and needs a design plan implemented in three months, the timetable tightens. How tight? TV commentator Dan Rather, known for his folksy sayings, might have said it best: “This schedule is tight like a too-small bathing suit on a too-long ride home from the beach.”
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Devising a collaborative design plan for a client is involved, and competing designers rely on tried and true methods to create a collaborative plan with and for their clients. First there’s the initial consult. A plan is proposed, approved and implemented. Interior decorator Jeanette Turk of Decorating Den Interiors relied on her training, years of experience and precise knowledge of her supplier’s wares to attend to the three-month decorating task. Specially, Turk was charged with helping a couple get settled into a house in the Shadows Lake neighborhood in Baton Rouge. “They had just moved here from
Mississippi and weren’t bringing any of their furniture with them except a few pieces,” Turk says. “We essentially had a wide open space.” Turk brings a polished technique to her process, something akin to the scientific method. Artistic creativity and the scientific method may seem dissimilar, but the two techniques have more in common than not. Consider the first step in the scientific process: ask a question. “My process generally involves a one- to three-hour meeting with the clients,” Turk says. “I talk as much with them about their family and the way that they want to live as color
The blue accent chairs and ottoman were chosen for their versatility. The buffet from Kincaid was added as a sideboard for service in the dining room. The artwork was provided by the client but Turk had all pieces framed at Acadian Frame & Art in Baton Rouge. The rug is a Surya.
This dining space is an informal set up off the kitchen. The casegoods are from Liberty Furniture, while the rug from Capel Rugs.
Based on an initial consultation with her client, Turk provided three design boards with various furniture, color and fabric choices. The client chose a leather tufted sofa from Taylor King. Additional decisions about the layout were based on that initial choice. Turk says the tufted sofa “always looks perfect.�
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The console, from the Bob Mackie Collection, serves as a filing cabinet in the study. The sunburst mirror complements a similar pattern inlaid in the console.
schemes and fashion ideas. “We believe that a design isn’t just beautiful to look at but it has to be functional for the family that’s living there,” says Turk. So the creative and scientific methods start by asking questions. What about the second step of the scientific method? Conducting research. In design as well as science, professionals come equipped with a broad, built-in knowledge learned by research and their experience. They already know the basic knowledge in their field of research but understand that the way to gain a greater understanding of their subject is to ask more questions. 24 HOUSE and homE
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“I show my clients pictures and get a feel of if they like traditional or contemporary,” Turk says. “We get a feel for whether they like rich colors or pastels, whether they like a room to be more airy, more casual or more elegant. We talk about them. Do they have children? Do they have pets? Do they like entertaining? What kind of entertaining? Dinner parties? Watching the game?” For the decorator and the scientist, once the initial questions have been asked and answered by the research, a hypothesis can be constructed. Scientists call it construction; artists call it creation. For designers, a design can involve several hypotheses. Turks developed
Right: The custom silk drapes in the master bedroom were created by Aimee English of ARE Custom Works of Port Allen. The chaise features a woven chenille fabric. Accessories like the lamp and side table were ordered from Uttermost and Imax. Opposite page: Turk used shades of purple for the master bedroom to help create a balance between the masculine and feminine. The bed, supplied by the client, was fitted with heavy chenille custom bedding fabrics from Duralee and stitched by Anderson Fabrics.
several different hypotheses for her client. Mind you, Turk doesn’t call her plans hypotheses; she calls them design plans and she presented the client with several different design plans for each room. “We developed color schemes, room layout and furniture pieces,” Turk explains. “We usually give them three color designs, three furniture designs and two layout plans depending on the room.” To illustrate the ideas, Turk pastes the floor plan, color swatches and photos of the furniture ideas on a design board to show the client. “We showed them a design board
for each room,” Turk says. “We showed them two different layouts for the living room with two different furniture configurations.” The clients proceeded to choose matching pieces and colors from the design board. Turk’s hypothesis was proven and the experiment was met with success because her plan for the house was approved. Now that the research data had been collected, tested and approved, the real work was just beginning. Turk began ordering the furniture for her clients from the various sources in the design world.
“Once the furniture has been selected, then we go to the color schemes,” Turk explains. “We show them the three options for chair fabrics.” Turk favors such national firms as Taylor King for upholstered furniture, Kincaid and Liberty Furniture for casegoods (wood furniture) and Uttermost houseandhomemagazine.net 25
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Lilac tones in a guest bedroom help customize the space for the client’s mother. A playful cat motif is featured in the artwork and lamp. The casegoods are from Liberty Furniture. The chair is by Sam Moore.
and Imax for lamps and accessories. Locally, Aimee English of ARE Custom Works in Port Allen does all of Turk’s window treatments and David Frye of Frye Enterprises installs the window treatments. Acadian Frame & Art of Baton Rouge is called for custom art framing and Chad Blanchard of
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Lacon Construction builds, plumbs, electrifies or remodels. An interesting function of Turk’s work is to order the furniture, and when the sofas, chairs and other casegoods arrives, the items must be warehoused until they are ready for delivery to the client’s home. Turk employs Chapman Hall of Baton Rouge to receive and store the furniture until all of the large pieces arrive. Chapman Hall is owned by Scott Chapman. Turk says Chapman Hall receives the furniture as it arrives and inspects the pieces for damage. Part of Chapman Hall’s service is to return pieces damaged in transit to the manufacturer. The small pieces (lamps, mirrors, accessories) are delivered to Turk’s business and are stored until all the units have been collected and the big installation day is set. “Chapman Hall has his people deliver the big pieces to the house,” Turk says. “Depending on the scope of the job, we may have to hire a
local moving company to help us move a lot of accessories. The big rugs are laid. We place the furniture. The window treatment installer hangs all the window treatments and then we hang the artwork, with smaller pieces done by us.” While Turk is being creative (and scientific), her husband, Ryan, works quietly behind the scene keeping the books, managing the advertising and taking care of the paperwork. By the end of the project, the whole creative/scientific process has changed. The project is now about the human touch. “I think the most important thing in the way that we run our business is that we always want the design to be very collaborative with the client,” Turk says. “We want them to have a lot of involvement. We give them a lot of choices. We really spend a lot of time getting to know them. It’s important to us that they love their house.” Creative, scientific, humanistic — it’s the best of all worlds. n
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Rosemary Baby Back Ribs
• In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the first four ingredients vigorously until the salt and sugar are completely dissolved. Pour the brine mixture over the ribs in a sealable container and refrigerate for 6 hours or overnight. • Fire up the grill (again, charcoal preferred) and remove the ribs from the solution. Rinse well under cold water to remove residual brine and pat dry with paper towels. Grill the ribs slowly over coals for 2-1/2 - 3 hours. Chef’s Note: I typically don’t sauce these ribs, but if that is your preference, I suggest using a less sweet sauce. Yield: 4 servings
Melissa Oivanki
6 cups water 1/3 cup Kosher salt 1/3 cup brown sugar 1-1/2 cups fresh rosemary, rough chopped 4 rib racks, halved
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s a chef, I have often sought out new methods to simplify any culinary preparation, without compromising the end result, of course. In my professional time behind the stove, I never took the opportunity to experiment with brining, but I couldn’t be happier to do so at home. The word “brine” is often associated with a jar of pickles. Brine is also known as that “solution” that sometimes appears on the ingredient label of chicken or pork. At least that’s been my association with it. On a whim, I decided to brine a chicken that was going to be roasted and shredded for enchiladas. I used a simple brine mixture consisting of salt, sugar, and water, plus a handful of fresh rosemary sprigs for good measure. The small fryer chicken was submerged in this brine overnight and then patted dry before 28 HOUSE and homE
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submitting it to the 400 degrees of heat radiating from my oven. I didn’t season the outside of the bird with anything; it went straight from the brine to the oven and I waited with curiosity and anticipation. There are many wonderful foods I’ve been exposed to as a chef, and I’ve come to the realization that the older I get, the less complicated is my approach to cooking. Instead, practicing old-school methods and techniques have become my objective while cooking at home. The point is this: I’ve experienced the fussy pleasure of seared foie gras with a huckleberry gastrique and a glass of ice wine, but a simple roasted chicken gave me new perspective. The salt and rosemary brine penetrated every fiber of flesh, providing a perfectly seasoned bite with every piece I cut. The breast was just
as tender, moist and delicious as the thigh or leg. Needless to say, the enchiladas I set out to make from the start were never actually prepared. Since then I’ve spent a considerable amount of time experimenting with brines, adding citrus zest, dry herbs versus fresh herbs, brown sugar versus white and every type of meat I could imagine that would benefit from a good soaking in these tasty solutions. My ribs were juicier, pork chops intensified and duck breasts infused with orange. I am hooked! As summer edges closer and you’re preparing your grill for those muchanticipated poolside barbecues, it’s the perfect time to think about what flavors you’d like to incorporate into your favorite grilled meats. Then, my friends, brine on!—Chef Stu Gonsurin
Lemon-Oregano Cornish Hen
Lemon-Oregano Cornish Hen 4 cups water 1/4 cup Kosher salt 1/4 cup granulated sugar 3 lemons, zested and juiced 1 cup fresh oregano, roughly chopped 4 Cornish hens • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the first five ingredients vigorously until the salt and sugar are completely dissolved. Pour the brine mixture over the Cornish hens in a sealable container and refrigerate 6 hours or overnight. • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Remove the Cornish hens from the brine and rinse under cold water to remove residual brine. Pat dry with paper towels and roast for one hour or until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees. Remove from oven and allow to cool for a few minutes before serving. Yield: 4 servings kFor additional recipes, visit
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Grilled Dill Chicken Breast 4 cups water 1/4 cup Kosher salt 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1 cup fresh dill, roughly chopped 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken breasts
Lemon-Oregano Cornish Hen
• In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the first four ingredients vigorously until the salt and sugar are completely dissolved. Pour the brine mixture over the chicken breasts in a sealable container and refrigerate 4 to 6 hours. • Fire up the grill (charcoal preferred) and remove the breasts from the brine. Rinse under cold water to remove residual brine and pat dry with paper towels. Grill each breast until cooked through completely, about 25 - 30 minutes. Chef’s Note: I prefer using bone-in, skin-on breasts for grilling, but you can easily substitute a boneless, skinless breast if you prefer. Yield: 4 servings
Orange-Basil Duck Breast
Orange-Basil Duck Breast
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2 cups water 2 cups orange juice Zest of 2 navel oranges 1/4 cup Kosher salt 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1 cup fresh basil, rough chopped 4 duck breast halves, boneless (about 6 - 8 ounces apiece) 1 tablespoon butter • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the first five ingredients vigorously until the salt and sugar are dissolved. Pour the brine mixture over the duck breasts in a sealable container and refrigerate for 4 - 6 hours. • Preheat a heavy-bottom skillet (preferably cast iron) over medium-low heat. Remove the duck from the solution and rinse well under cold water to remove residual brine and pat dry with paper towels. Increase the skillet heat to medium-high. • Add butter to the skillet and allow it to brown slightly. When the butter smells nutty, add the duck breasts two at a time. Sear the duck for about 2 - 3 minutes on each side for medium-rare to medium doneness. If needed, add more butter for the next two breasts. Yield: 4 servings houseandhomemagazine.net
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HILLTOP SPRING GARDEN TOUR The Friends of LSU’s Hilltop Arboretum will offer its annual Spring Garden Tour series of events on Sunday, April 15 and Sunday, May 6, from 12 to 5 p.m., featuring the cottage gardens of the “Dale streets” in the Southdowns and University Gardens neighborhoods of Baton Rouge. Each tour date requires a ticket donation of $20/person. For an additional $15, an optional “Bonus Tour” of three gardens in Central will be offered on Sunday, June 24. For ticket information, visit hilltop.lsu.edu.
TRES JOLIE WATER GARDEN TOUR The Lafayette Garden Club and Water Gardens Unlimited will jointly present their annual tour of Acadiana water gardens on Saturday, May 6 from 12 to 5 p.m. The Tres Jolie Water Garden Tour aims to foster interest in water gardening and related landscape systems including drip irrigation, rain barrels and more by featuring six area landscapes with water features. The tour requires a ticket donation of $15 per person ($12 in advance, available at All Seasons Nursery, The Gardenaire and Native Sun.). This year’s featured water gardens are located in Lafayette at 316 Live Oak (host house), 417 Kim Drive, 110 Stone Hill and 206 Londonberry; in Youngsville at 301 Anslem Drive; and in Scott at 200 Elena Drive. For information, visit www.lafayettegardenclub.org.
TOUR MY SOUTHERN GARDEN April 20-22 marks the annual Tour My Southern Garden event at Sarah and Harold Schoeffler’s private gardens, 3502 East Simcoe Street in Lafayette. A variety of activities are slated to benefit Family Promise of Acadiana through public ticket sales. Friday night from 6 to 8 p.m., a reservations-only crowd will enjoy “Wine & Dine Under the Stars” at a ticket price of $75/person or $100/couple which includes dinner, a silent auction and entry to related weekend activities. On Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., a $15 ticket includes a garden tour, refreshments, music, bayou boat rides and presentations by area Master Gardeners. A final opportunity to visit the gardens is Sunday from 2 to 6 p.m. ($10/person at the game). For information, call (337) 234-4042. 30 HOUSE and homE
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‘‘In her own words’’/ Sharon Furrate CANVAS Originally from Alexandria, I graduated from LSU with a degree in English Literature. In the early 1990s, Karen Kennedy hired me as an intern at the Baton Rouge Symphony and I have worked in fundraising, public relations, sales and marketing ever since. In regards to my artistic bent, I believe it’s in my genes. My father is an architect and my sister is a sketch artist and pianist. I remember being eight years old, standing in front of an abstract painting and thinking I would paint something like it one day. Five years ago, I began taking art classes at The Funky Palette gallery which was located upstairs at Circa 1857. While it’s no longer there, I am thankful to Leigh Ann Maddox for art classes that fit into my work schedule. I have continued to take classes and consider my best teachers to be Elise Toups and Marita Gentry. PRIMER For years I volunteered with the Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge and Mid City Merchants in promotion of the annual White Light Night art hop. While following the art scene, I developed a deep appreciation for the talent I saw in Baton Rouge and elsewhere. Once I began painting myself, I wanted to continue. When the Baton Rouge Morning Advocate featured my “Swamp Pop Ballet” painting to promote the 32 HOUSE and homE
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known for my use of color. I feel everyone should have a “spot” of color, even if their home is monochromatic in style. I try to use colors that soothe the spirit and inspire joyfulness. I also enjoy using molding paste, especially on my flamingo, fish, crab and bird paintings. GENRE People love my crawfish, fish, crab and pelican paintings, but lately my abstracts are grabbing attention. Even so, I will never stop painting crawfish and pelicans. Each has a personality. All of my original crawfish paintings have sold—to men, interestingly.
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INFLUENCE The most dominant influence in my work is my relationship with God. When I feel compelled to paint, I experience a feeling of urgency in a good way. Music is a huge influence when I am painting. I enjoy listening to James Taylor, Cat Stevens, Aerosmith, Tom Petty, The Squeeze and other artists to create a mood and keep my brain active while the canvas speaks to me. DOLLARS & CENTS I usually create art simply because it brings me joy and releases emotions. I like to keep my walls fresh with new work at the places that showcase my work. I have been asked to do commissions based on some of my display works, perhaps with variations
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