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From the Editor-In-Chief Time and time again, when I’m asked what I enjoy most about my association with Sophisticated Living, I am quick to answer that it’s the wide swath of humanity I am privileged to encounter on a daily basis. From artisans to zoologists and everything in-between, the scores of stories I’ve garnered along the way could fll many more pages than this space permits. And, I’m happy to report, that a good many of these people, some encountered via happenstance, are now considered good friends. Serving as a reflection and celebration of this rich tapestry is an interesting art project dubbed “In Your Face” that was orchestrated and photographed by my husband Eric and on display at our home. Over the course of many months we solicited friends and casual acquaintances, contractors, family members, co-workers and even friends of friends to sit for an up close portrait. Using a stark white background and high-key lighting, each person was instructed to look into the camera with a stone-faced expression, a request that proved harder than it seemed for some of the gigglier subjects. Among the more memorable sessions was one with my husband’s grandfather, who, in the throes of dementia, fdgeted with his scarf for 10 minutes before abruptly declaring he was fnished shooting a few minutes after we’d fnally begun and repeatedly asked what all of the hubbub was about. A few years lapsed between the time the photographs were taken and installed (evidenced by my super-short coif ) and in that short time two of those pictured, including Eric’s grandfather, are no longer with us, lending even more poignancy to this highly personal project. Quite often we ask visitors to our home who aren’t familiar with the faces staring back at them to guess the occupations of those photographed, and there have certainly been some interesting responses. We now have a backlog of people wanting to see their face among the crowd, and we haven’t even fnished installing those that have already been photographed! Speaking of highly personal projects, we are excited to welcome St. Louis as the newest member of the Sophisticated Living family, and our ffth market! Publisher Craig Kaminer, a successful entrepreneur who launched his career as a New York City publicist for the Italian Government and went on to hold senior management positions with both Fleishman Hillard and Weber Shandwick, has assembled an allstar team for his debut issue. Among his talented crew are Judy Evans, former food editor of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, photographer Alise O’Brien, who has done work for Architectural Digest and Better Homes and Gardens, and photographer Carmen Troesser, whose resume includes Time Magazine, Te Wall Street Journal, Newsweek and Audubon Magazine, among others. You can read the St. Louis issue (and all of Sophisticated Living’s city-specifc editions) at slmag.net.
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Sommelier Selections
Written by Scott Harper, Master Sommelier
What wines would I recommend? I regularly get asked to recommend bottles of wine. This recommendation may be for the person asking or as a gift for a friend or business associate. Usually, the request is as simple as inquiring what Cabernet Sauvignon or Chardonnay I would suggest. I sometimes get an unusual look because I answer their question but then recommend an alternative from a completely diferent grape and region. I am not trying to say the wine I suggest is better or that I do not like Cabernet Sauvignon or Chardonnay, as I do believe they are world-class grapes and are a real pleasure to drink. However, I love variety, and there are so many grapes from so many countries producing world class wines, it is hard to be as excited about Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon as some of the wines of the beaten path. Sometimes these wines may have pejorative stereotypes or difcult to pronounce names, or they are just wines the average wine afcionada has not heard of before. I have recommended below a white wine, red wine and a dessert wine to try that may be a bit challenging to find but are truly exceptionally wines and worth the efort. White - Grüner Veltliner Considered the sommelier’s wine because of its versatility in pairing with food, Grüner Veltliner is the number one grape of Austria. Te Germanic name scares some people into thinking it will be sweet, but it is not. Most quality Grüner Veltliner comes from the Niederösterreich region of Austria, and its three most prevalent sub regions Wachau, Kremstal and Kamptal. Generalizing about Grüner Veltliner is difcult, but you could say it comes in three diferent styles. Te frst is a quafng style – light, crisp, refreshing, a tasty aperitif or accompaniment to spicy food or grilled bratwurst. Te second would be a medium-body style – racy acidity, and the favors of white pepper, white peach, nectarine, apple, citrus and a slight herbal/green favor like lentil and minerality. Te last style is a full-bodied style – which strikes the balance of crisp acidity, minerality and rich forward fruit. Tis is a style from the Wachau region of Austria called Smaragd, which refers to the ripening level of the grape. Grüner Veltliner is not a wine that needs oak; it has plenty of refreshing favor with out it. Suggested producers of Austrian Grüner Veltliner are Allram (Kamptal), Machherndl (Wachau) and Martin Nigl (Kremstal). Red - Grenache Grenache is planted all over the world. By almost all accounts, it originated in Spain, but France has more Grenache planted. It is a thin-skinned grape that excels to its highest levels in the
southern Rhône of France. It is regularly blended with other grapes like Mourvèdre, Syrah, Cinsault and Carignan. It may not be as well-known as Syrah because you do not see the grape listed on the label, as wines from the southern Rhône are named after the place in which they are grown, as opposed to the grape. Grenache is typically full-bodied with the favors of red cherry, kirshwasser, raspberry, some black fruits, red licorice, pepper and earthy favors of forest foor, leather, and what is called garrigue, which is the smell or taste of Provençal herbs and lowland shrubs. Some of the great places or villages where it is made in the southern Rhône are Châteauneuf-duPape, Gigondas, Vasqueras, Lirac and a wine made from a blend of some of the better villages of the southern Rhône: Côtes-du-Rhône-Village. Suggested producers of southern Rhône Grenache: are Mas de Boislauzon Côtes du Rhône Villages, Gigondas Bouissière and Le Vieux Donjon Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Dessert - Malmsey Madeira is best known only from its eponymous island off the coast of Morocco, which is part of Portugal. Te unique character of Madeira is that it undergoes a heating process for several months after fermentation. This practice evolved in the 18th century when it was noticed that wines, which were shipped through the tropics, improved markedly. Tis heating process, combined with fortification, long barrel aging and high acidity account for its long age-ability and even more unusual, its ability to remain drinkable for years once opened. Malmsey is my favorite Madeira grape: it is a cozy, sweetly seductive and downright ethereal wine; the perfect libation for a cold winter evening and an excellent full-bodied, rich, sweet wine to end your meal with. Malmsey is typically available at fve, 10 and 15 years old. Madeiras are all aged in barrel for the aforementioned period of time and do not continue to mature in the bottle. A Colheita Madeira is the product of one vintage and is aged a minimum of fve years. Suggested producers of Malmsey Madeira are Blandy’s 5 Year, Broadbent 10 Year and Cossart Gordon Colheita 1994. sl
A Certifed Wine Educator, Scott is one of 118 professionals in North America and 186 worldwide who have earned the title Master Sommelier.
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Curating a Lifestyle: Afairs of the Heart
With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, florists and chocolatiers are readying for their biggest selling season of the year, and fine dining establishments are squeezing in every two-top table for which they can fnd an extra nook. If food, chocolate and fowers are getting old for you and your sweetheart, check out how lovers in the not-so-distant past memorialized their feelings on this worldwide holiday. From speculative beginnings in Pagan ritual and Catholic sainthood, St. Valentine’s Day was ofcially declared as February 14 by Pope Gelasius at the end of the 5th century. Te evolution from church holiday to romantic intent is uncertain, but the earliest known Valentine remaining in existence is a poem written by an imprisoned Duke of Orleans to his wife in 1415. Throughout the Renaissance and into the development of the western world, Valentine’s Day became an opportunity to openly avow one’s deepest heartfelt sentiments.
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Early paper Valentines may have been influenced by Swiss and Germans in the 16th Century, who brought their customs to the new world, particularly as they settled the areas in and around Pennsylvania. Scherenschnitte was the custom of paper-cutting and drawing in a symmetrical pattern, commonly used to create love letters and Valentines. For Americana collectors, Valentines from the late 18th and early 19th century, while rare, are available and may appeal to both romantic and historic interests. Some collectors fnd satisfaction in utilizing census and other records to trace maker and recipient. Additional genealogical information, while providing interesting historical context, also adds to the monetary value of the object. Another signifcant factor that afects value is condition: tears along fold lines are not uncommon, and acid staining from original frames is often an issue. Terrific details and robust colors can dramatically afect the value of the earliest paper Valentines.
For years we have collected paper Valentines, as well as early bookplates and fraktur (birth and marriage records). For us, there is little comparison between a mass-produced card and an early example of deep personal sentiment, hand drawn on such a precious commodity as paper; complete with delicate fold lines from decades of preservation. A wonderful book on the subject of early paper gifts sums up our philosophy. From Te Gift is Small Te Love Is Great by Frederick Weiser: “...they are flled with a combination of color, whimsy, piety and design that provide a remarkable window onto the soul of America’s largest cultural minority.”
With paper a scarce resource for settlers moving west, husbands and fathers sometimes used the construction of utilitarian objects as an opportunity to express their love and commitment to their wives and daughters. During the mid-19th century, stylized heart motifs can be found on everything from kitchen utensils to furniture. What better way to epitomize his sentiment, than to work a simple design or symbol of afection into an object his love would be using each and every day? Later into the 19th and early 20th century, the industry of valentines began to grow, with options provided by skillful entrepreneurs including weavers who incorporated the symbol into coverlets and island women who crafted delicate shell art for sailors. A popular folk art example are steel shoe mats that were made from sheet steel and bent into interconnected 1” hearts. During the Victorian era, handmade gave way to handembellishment of manufactured valentines. Combined with a
newly afordable penny post, the mailing of greeting cards was made possible for anyone who wanted. Te resulting boom helped to create and grow some very large and successful companies, including Hallmark and American Greetings. Tese manufactured examples, with personalization, are very afordable to collect. This Valentine’s Day, broaden your sweetheart’s horizons and forget the same-old, same-old. Instead, consider a vintage or antique sentiment that will truly be cherished for a lifetime (or two). For more information on collecting vintage and antique valentines, visit garths.com/ collecting. sl
Amelia and Jef Jefers are the co-owners of Garth's Auctioneers & Appraisers, an international frm located outside Columbus, Ohio.
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Bibliotaph Images from Mark Ryden's acclaimed Japanese Snow Yak Show originally shown at the Tomio Koyama Gallery in Tokyo in February 2009 are reproduced in 11" x 14" format, along with drawings and details. A palette of subtle whites and greys creates mysterious scenes of soft snow, clouds, and fur. Mark Ryden - The Snow Yak Show Hardcover, 64 pages, Last Gasp Books (lastgasp.com)
First released in October 1962, this beloved children's classic captures the simple joy of a snow day. P.D. Eastman and Roy Mc Kie - Snow - Hardcover, 61 pages, Random House (randomhouse.com)
Organized by country, the book features a collection of 800 vintage posters and paintings amassed by Mason Beekley over a lifetime dedicated to the celebration of all things skiing. Te collection is now housed at the Mammoth Ski Museum in California. Jenny De Gex - Te Art of Skiing: Vintage Posters from the Golden Age of Winter Sport - Hardcover, 160 pages, Rizzoli (rizzoliusa.com)
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Eclectic, eccentric, and smart, Aspen has always been a pioneer of style. Drawing on the words and photo albums of the glamorous people who lived there, page after page of this richly textured volume reveals the spirit of this surprisingly sophisticated town nestled in the wild Rocky Mountains of Colorado. Kathryn Livingston - In the Spirit of Aspen - Hardcover, 144 pages, Assouline (assouline.com)
bib 'li' o 'taph, [bib-lee-uhtaf, -tahf ]: a person who caches or hoards books Tis stylish volume takes us high into the exclusive world of mountain chalets: dream houses that ofer a blend of majestic nature, traditional architecture, and individualistic design in the shadow of magnifcent peaks. Gisela Rich - Living in Style: Mountain Chalets - Hardcover, 220 pages, teNeues (teneues.com)
A pictorial essay examining the ferce and fanciful beauty of winter on Lake Huron. Julie M. Covert Art of Winter - Hardcover, 96 pages, Whitehead Press (amazon.com)
With an introduction from legendary snowboarder Peter Line, this book serves as both a commentary on the commercial snowboarding industry and a playful hybrid of youth culture and nature photography. Jim Mangan - Winter's Children - Hardcover, 60 pages, powerHouse Books (powerhousebooks.com) Arriving at the South Pole on January 18, 1913, Robert F. Scott and his fve-man team were greeted by their worst nightmare: a Norwegian fag. Disheartened and badly frostbitten, they trudged back toward their boat, only to die just eleven miles from the next depot. Teir journey is starkly relived in this waterproof, oversized limited edition featuring a historic collection of stunning black-and-white photography on waterproof paper, and excerpts from Scott's harrowing diary uniquely crafted in calligraphy. Christine Dell'Amore - South Pole: Te British Antarctic Expedition 1910-1913 - Hardcover, 136 pages, Assouline (assouline.com)
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Color Report: From the Runway
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Spring/Summer 2013 According to Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute, a global authority on color that has surveyed the designers of New York Fashion Week and beyond for the past 20 years, the palette on the runways for the spring/summer 2013 fashion shows emphasized “the need for balance, while at the same time allowing for individuality, selfexpression and excitement.� Apropos for the return of spring, shades of green were prevalent, from subtle Grayed Jade to vibrant Emerald. African Violet was incorporated into unexpected combinations, such as being paired with Poppy Red, a seductive, sensual and celebratory shade. Citrus colors of Nectarine and Lemon Zest certainly added pep and interest. Dusk Blue and Grayed 38 slmag.net
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Jade served as the season’s new neutrals, with Dusk Blue offering a calming sense of serenity to its green counterpart. Another neutral, Linen, anchored pairings with Monaco Blue and Poppy Red. Added Eiseman, “We all know how a becoming color radiating into the skin can make us look healthier. As we are trying to bring out that ‘rosy glow,’ especially on days when we are not feeling great, wearing the complement to the reds, pinks and roses in the teal of the blue green family is universally fattering. It would be a pretty boring world fashion-wise to choose just one color, so it is fun to experiment with many colors.” sl
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com). Available from Richter & Phillips in Cincinnati, OH; Reis-Nichols in Indianapolis, IN; Shelia Bayes in Lexington, KY; Merkley Kendrick in Louisville, KY; and Simons in St. Louis, MO. 5) Monica Rich Kosann sterling silver smoky quartz locket with yellow sapphire accents on a 30" chain (shop.mrkstyle. com). Available in Lexington, KY through L.V. Harkness and in St. Louis, MO through Simons Jewelers. 6) From SimonG, 18K white and black earrings comprised of .96ctw round white diamonds and .42ctw round black diamonds (simongjewelry. com). Available in Indianapolis, IN from Moyer Fine Jewelers.
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Stirred and Shaken
Touring the English countryside in Aston Martin’s new Vanquish Written by Eric Williams
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Te epitome of bucolic perfection with its verdant rolling hills punctuated by sleepy medieval market villages, centuriesold pubs, castles and historic manor houses, the idyllic English countryside also happened to be the perfect backdrop to test the mettle of another quintessential British icon – the new Aston Martin Vanquish. Sophisticated Living was invited to be part of an exclusive gathering: the frst wave of journalists from around the world to experience a lifestyle event that immersed participants in a bespoke experience beftting the storied brand. Arriving at London’s Heathrow airport, we were collected by our driver and chaufeured to nearby Buckinghamshire and on to Tyringham Hall, a historic, privately owned estate situated amidst 50-acres of carefully manicured parkland that was to be our home base for three days of driving bliss. A team of butlers who would be at our disposal for the duration of our stay were waiting for us as we approached the stately green-domed residence – originally designed by Sir John 48 slmag.net
Soane in 1792 – via a sweeping drive lined by an avenue of lime trees. In the early 1920s, Sir Edwin Lutyens was commissioned to adorn the formal gardens of the estate with long pools (one of which, at 72m, is purportedly the largest in Western Europe) and classically inspired temples, namely the Bathing Pavilion and Te Temple of Music. An ornamental lake added in 1926 was dug by hand at the behest of the estate’s owner at the time, who sought to provide work for the laboring classes during the year of the General Strike. Purchased by the current owners in 2001, the estate has been restored to better than original condition with 28 bedrooms with en suite bathrooms, a pair of elegant reception rooms, a grand dining room, media screening room with capacity for 50 people, and an indoor spa pool. The interiors, while quintessentially English, are imbued with contemporary twists to remain relevant to the likes of globetrotting tastemakers. The private home is available for rent to discerning clientele.
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After a tour of the home and grounds, our group settled in for a proper high tea. Te throaty rumble of a feet of sports cars abruptly interrupted the tranquility of the idyllic environs, and we raced to the windows to observe a pulse quickening rainbow of handsome 6.0-liter V12 supercars fltering down the drive. Aesthetically, the Vanquish displays clear and coherent cues linking it to the Aston Martin lineage while boldly stating that it represents the vibrant future of the luxury brand. Notable stylistic elements include an elegant new waist, a carbon fber splitter, side skirts and rear difuser, elongated side strakes, and a new Aero Duct on the rear boot lid, a passive engineering feature that counteracts lift at the car’s rear when traveling at speed. Each member of our intimate party was assigned a car as well as a personal pit crew who gave us an overview of the car’s significant features. This same small army would meet us at each stop to buff and shine each vehicle to showroom condition in time for the resumption of our journey, making us feel like celebrities as people peeked out from windows and stopped in their tracks on street corners in every small village we
passed through. Each evening the crew collected the vehicles to remediate any signs of the wear and tear inficted as we put the car through its paces each day. Following our introduction, we were given a detailed driving map for each day’s adventure. As I settled into the cockpit, I noted how the seat comfortably “hugged” me, how user friendly the interface was, the quality and tailoring of the quilted leather and Alacantra headlining, and, how the roar of the V12 engine at the push of the launch control button – a sound that is unmistakably Aston Martin – made me envision myself as James Bond, even if just for a split second. Te new Driver Information Module (DIM) is a feature the Vanquish shares with Aston Martin’s now sold-out One-77 supercar. Te digital displays have been revised following feedback from existing owners, now permanently showing a digital speedometer and a trip computer. Our first destination was Newport Pagnell, the home of Aston Martin Works, renowned worldwide as the official service and heritage division of Aston Martin. The expertise of the operations, all carried out in an atmosphere of surgical
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suite spotlessness, span every Aston Martin model from the DB2 to the One-77. Historic Aston Martin Works, run by Kingsley RidingFelce, has a loyal clientele who own Aston Martin’s both old and new (including a DB5 once owned by Paul McCartney that was completely restored and recently sold for £344,400 at auction). On any day in the workshop it is not unusual to see cars bearing registration plates from as far afeld as Kuwait, Japan and the United States. The Aston Martin Works showroom is open six days a week and on Sundays by appointment. An on-site Heritage showroom, with space large enough to showcase up to a dozen examples of the Aston Martin breed at a time, is slated to open by mid-2013. Standing alongside a Vanquish that had been sliced in half to better understand the unseen elements that contribute to the 52 slmag.net
car’s signifcance – namely that for the frst time in an Aston Martin, carbon fber is used to make every external panel – was Aston Martin’s Chief Exterior Designer Miles Nurnberger, who shared some background on the design process. He likened the quiet elegance of the Vanquish to a man donning a bespoke suit – “It is always noticed but never shouts.” Aston Martin’s Adaptive Damping System (ADS) allowed us to switch between three distinct damping modes: Normal, Sport and Track, delivering instant adjustment of the car’s ride and handling characteristics. While a great majority of our driving was done in Sport mode to accommodate the tight turns of country roads, time spent in Normal mode on the interstate demonstrated that the Vanquish is a thoroughbred British luxury sports car that’s also well suited as a daily driver. With such a powerful V12 engine (565 bhp at 6,750 rpm and
0-62mph in 4.1 seconds) under the hood, the near-perfect 50:50 weight distribution, combined with intuitive shifting determined by an electronic control unit that takes sensor readings from the car’s system to prevent engine damage by placing the car in the proper gear when I was decelerating into a turn, made the driving experience efficient and engaging. New generation Pirelli P-Zero tires have been developed especially for the car, along with new 20-inch lightweight alloy wheels. On subsequent days we visited the Jockey Club Rooms, which have been at the heart of British horseracing for over 250 years and are one of Britain’s last remaining Private Members’ Clubs for the esteemed characters of the racing community and equally impressive thoroughbreds of the equine variety at The National Stud, whose origins date
back to 1916. During lunch at the Jockey Club Rooms, we admired an art collection featuring signifcant works by many of the key fgures in British sporting art. Dinners at Tyringham Hall each evening were a formal afair, preempted by cocktails in the library. During our fnal evening together I had the pleasure of being seated next to the afable Dr. Ulrich Bez, CEO of Aston Martin since 2000 and chief architect of the company’s highly successful modern era. His passion for design, textures and functionality was readily apparent, but what I found most intriguing was his giddiness in discussing a carbon fber iPad case he was developing, proof that even the smallest details are cause for excitement at Aston Martin. The Aston Martin Vanquish is priced from $279,995 MSRP, with first deliveries expected to begin across the Americas in early 2013. sl slmag.net
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Of Note... Chinoiserie
Chinese portrait 8" decoupage round plate ($88) from John Derian & Company (johnderian.com).
Emperor pillow in blue ($215) from Dana Gibson (danagibson.com). Dorothy Draper console and curio cabinet by Kindel. To the trade (kindelfurniture.com).
From Cole & Son's Frontier collection, Geisha wallpaper ($140/roll) depicts a twilight silhouette of a classic Oriental scene. To the trade (cole-and-son.com).
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Ming media cabinet in lacquered birch from Hotel Maison's Pan Asian collection. To the trade (hotelmaison.com).
Gilt Bellfower Chair from Teodore Alexander features handpainted chocolate Chinoiserie decoration, bellfower carving to the seat and carved cabriole legs with carved pad feet. To the trade (thedorealexander.com).
In keeping with its Origami inspiration, the Lotus folding lampshade(MSRP $100) from Mineheart is made from one single sheet of felt, folded and tucked, no glue is used (mineheartstore.com).
Wedgwood Dynasty bone china teapot ($235) combines a Chinese dragon motif with a Greek key border (wedgwood.co.uk).
Red tortoiseshell center table from Baker's Stately Home Collection. To the trade (bakerfurniture.com).
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F1 Racing Returns to the US
An exuberant crowd of 117,429 packed the new purpose-built, $400 million, 330-acre Circuit of The Americas track and entertainment venue in Austin, Texas, on November 18th to mark the triumphant return of Formula 1 racing in the United States. Vodafone McLaren Mercedes’ Lewis Hamilton passed pole winner Sebastian Vettel’s Red Bull at lap 42 of 56 on the 3.4-mile, 20-turn circuit to claim his fourth Grand Prix of the season and his second United States Grand Prix victory in fve years, having won the 2007 F1 race last hosted in Indianapolis.
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Written by Bridget Williams and photography by Keith Rizzo
Vettel, who went on to claim his third consecutive world championship title at the Brazilian Grand Prix at Interlagos on November 25th was second, with Ferrari’s Fernando Alonso fnishing in third. Prior to the race, the traditional Drivers’ Parade was given an American twist as each of the 24 drivers took a parade lap in a classic American car from the 1960s or 1970s. Donning cowboy hats, the top three finishers were greeted on the podium by American racing legend Mario Andretti, the
last American to win a grand prix. “You have the resolve and did a fabulous race,” Andretti said to Hamilton, then asked for his reaction to being a frst-time winner on the Circuit of Te Americas. “I’m so happy,” replied Hamilton. “Te fans have been amazing this weekend. Te warm welcome we’ve had has been fantastic, and I think this is one of the best, if not the best, Grand Prix we’ve had all year. It’s been a long, long time since I had a win. I’m just so proud.” Second place fnisher Vettel, who came to Austin for his 100th grand prix start concurred, “Actually I did my frst race
fve years ago last time we were racing the in U.S. All in all a great race and a great result for us.” Parties popped up all over the city to capitalize on the high profle event, which drew well-heeled fans from around the globe. On November 16, 17 and 19, Blu at the W hosted a series of nine luxury events, including a “Full Tilt Fashion” show with a portion of ticket proceeds donated to Te Center for Child Protection. “We showed the world that Formula 1 has a new U.S. home in Austin, Texas,” said Circuit Chairman Bobby Epstein. sl
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Petite Paradise
Written by Bridget Williams
Te 115-acre island boasts nearly two-miles of white sand beaches.
A diminutive private isle in the Grenadines is big on luxury Outside of its 115-acres of secluded, jaw-dropping natural beauty, arguably what is most notable about Petite St. Vincent (PSV), a private island located in the Grenadine Island chain in the Caribbean nation of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, is what is lacking: in-room phones, internet and televisions, a formal check-in and even room keys! Being happily positioned of the tourist mainstream means that there are no direct flights to PSV, but the adventure in getting there is part of the fun. Barbados is the major gateway for most travelers and offers the chance to stay a few days to gradually settle into the Caribbean’s lenitive mores. For the 50-minute connecting flight to Union Island, guests are met by a representative of PSV and escorted through immigration formalities. The lower flying altitude mandated by the small twin-engine aircraft afords breathtaking vistas of crystal clear
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blue-green waters dotted with tiny islands. After landing at one of the tiniest airports you will likely ever visit, PSV’s jovial ferry boat captain and his crew collect your bags and escort you to the dock for a 25-minute ride to PSV. As the island slowly comes into view, signs of habitation are limited: thatched roofs of the beach bar restaurant main pavilion, private palapas scattered along the West End beach and a few generously spaced hillside cottages. Tanks to an outlying coral reef, calm water waves gently lap at the beach on this side of the island, which faces Petite Martinique. After quenching our thirst with a fruity tropical beverage ofered after disembarking from the ferry, we loaded into one of the island’s iconic powder blue mini-moke vehicles for transport to our cottage. Operated as a resort since the late 1960s, its first three decades were under the careful direction and ownership of
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the late Hazen “Haze” K. Richardson II. After Richardson’s death following a swimming accident in Costa Rica in 2008, his widow continued operating the resort for two years before selling it to friends and business partners Robin Paterson and Philip Stephenson, whose company, Freedom Resorts, Ltd., immediately set into motion a plan to upgrade the existing infrastructure and add amenities focused on luxury travel, but without mitigating the natural beauty, privacy and casual elegance that has kept guests returning (often to the same cottage on the same dates) for decades. Also the same is the number and location of the 16 onebedroom and six two-bedroom cottages spread amongst the two-miles of white sand beaches and on the blufs. Tose seeking maximum privacy should opt for one of fve bluf cottages that overlook Conch Bay. As we crested a small hill en route to our two-bedroom oceanfront cottage, we were entranced by a vibrant streak of blue water visible under the heavy canopy of palm trees and tropical vegetation. Separated from the beach by a short sea wall lined with impressive conch shells collected and left for all to admire by prior guests, a pair of spacious bedroom suites were conjoined by a covered open air living and dining area
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with Balinese-inspired furnishings. Te same blue bitch stone quarried on-island and used for the exterior walls also features predominantly as an interior design feature as well. Vaulted ceilings are defned by handsome Purple Heart hardwood. At the edge of the covered outdoor living area, limestone tile foors give way to teak decking with a dining table for four at one end and a double day bed at the other. Thoughtful design touches include hand painted stoneware tissue holders and soap dishes by Earthworks pottery in Barbados, natural shell and braided jute drapery tiebacks and driftwood table lamps and pendant lighting. Tere are no locks on the doors, another poignant reminder of the island’s exclusivity, but there are in-room safes if you are not ready to let your guard down completely. Interestingly, long-time guests, often reluctant to change the things etched in their collective memories, were initially up in arms about the addition of air conditioning in the bedrooms when the cottages were refurbished in 2011. General Manager Matt Semark pointed out that in the heat of summer even the most ardent opponents of change were thankful to retreat to the cool confnes of their room after a day in the sun. Walls of sliding glass doors on the bedrooms
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are screened to take advantage of the constant cooling trade winds should you opt to forgo the A/C. One of the most endearing and enduring forms of communication on the island centers around two fags and a bamboo “tube” on a driftwood pole at the head of the path leading to each cottage. If you need a pillow, want to order afternoon tea, breakfast or the like, simply write your request on the provided forms, place it in the tube and run up the yellow fag where it will be retrieved by staf who constantly monitor the cottages via bicycle, foot or mini-moke. Conversely, should you wish complete privacy, simply run up the red fag and you are on your own. Wanting to test the efciency of the system, we put in an early-afternoon request for late afternoon tea shortly after our arrival and were pleasantly surprised when a proper high tea service was delivered exactly as indicated. After exploring our accommodations, we raced to lay claim to an oversized hammock strung between a pair of palm trees at the water’s edge. Tose of us too slow happily settled into a plush lounge chair positioned under a thatched roof cabana. While other cottages were visible, generous spacing and lush tropical foliage ensures a feeling of secluded euphoria – there was nary a footprint on the powdery white sands as far as we could see in either direction.
Room service is delivered via mini-moke.
A short walk down the beach, a wooden pier with a covered seating area over the water serves as a perfect jumping of point for exploring the snorkeling trail that encircles the island (those adverse to choppier waters will want to snorkel near the beach restaurant or the West End beaches on the other side of the island). PSV’s all-inclusive format, with the exception of alcohol, allows food and beverages to be taken at any location on the island. Each morning we reveled in a king’s feast of lobster omelets and pastries among other delights served al fresco just outside our room. Taking a break from snorkeling, lunch was had at the beachfront restaurant where we dined with our feet in the sand at tables fashioned from tree trunks and driftwood while admiring the colorful houses of Petite Martinique in the ofng. Each week a bountiful surf and turf beach barbeque is hosted at the site, accompanied by a steel drum band. During the day many guests opt to have lunch or tea delivered to a private beach palapas on the secluded West End, which also employs the fag system of communication. Perched on a hill above the beach restaurant, dinner at the main pavilion is one of the few instances where you will be reminded that there are actually other guests on the island
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A hillside treatment room for the PSV spa
(and the only place where you can get a WiFi connection should you not be able to undergo a complete technology detox). The bar is the site of a weekly manager’s cocktail reception, and the three-course dinner menu changes nightly and always features meat, seafood and vegetarian options. I found the service to be friendly, prompt (by Caribbean standards) and accommodating to specific dietary requests. Entrees ran the gamut from grilled swordfish with balsamic pickled vegetables and mango salsa to vegetable potato cakes with roma tomato and goat cheese. As part of continuing upgrades, a citrus plantation is planned as part of the existing chef ’s garden, located in a verdant valley protected by a natural seagrape fence. One of the island’s newest amenities is a hillside spa constructed as a series of tree house-like buildings that traverse up steep Marni Hill. The husband and wife management team of Matt Semark and Anie Ardiani most recently directed properties in Bali, and they have infused
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the spa with discernable Indonesian infuence, from the staf to the proprietary blend of PSV aromatherapy oils and body scrubs. One of the most indulgent experiences offered is a 150-minute head-to-toe couples treatment. A yoga pavilion facing Conch Bay is ideal for those seeking harmony of mind, body and spirit. A comprehensive water sports program takes full advantage of PSV’s warm, clear waters to satiate guests seeking more active pursuits. Arranging snorkeling, sailing, kayaking, windsurfng, scuba diving, fshing and boat charters is as easy as the short walk to the water sports building near the boat dock. Complimentary equipment is available for those interested in utilizing the foodlit tennis court near the main pavilion. A ftness and running trail with 20 stations winds around the island, and hiking the trail to the top of Marni Hill takes your breath away for multiple reasons (those with runner’s knees like me will want to descend via the trail near the water tower to be kindest to your joints). Do not forget your camera to capture the panoramic views!
Captain Jef Stevens' wooden sloop 'Beauty' is available for full and halfday charters.
Experience an afternoon of amour by arranging to be dropped off for a few hours with a picnic lunch and snorkeling gear at nearby Mopion Island, an idyllic white sand bar that has been the subject of countless magazine covers. A seemingly celluloid version of Caribbean perfection, the thin sliver of white sand, interrupted only by a thatch umbrella, seems to foat on the transparent sea. For adventure further afield, book a day charter aboard Captain Jef Stevens’ wooden sloop “Beauty,” a handsome ship he built by hand with his crewmates using indigenous woods from Petite Martinique. Our half-day’s journey to Tobago Cays marine park, an archipelago comprised of five small uninhabited islands and one of the flming locales for Pirates of the Caribbean: Te Curse of the Black Pearl, took us to some of the most postcard perfect waters I have ever seen. Tough the calm-water snorkeling was outstanding, I will have to admit that I was more than relieved to set foot on dry land in pursuit of gargantuan iguanas on Baradel Island in order to gain respite from the seasickness that seemed to plague only me throughout
the afternoon. Also available for day or fishing charters are “Black Pearl,” a 38’ Vedette Seminole, “Hera,” a 43’ Tiara, and “Zeus II,” a 41’ Sports Fisherman. Prodded by the encouragement of the general manager, an accomplished dive master who remarked that the diving in the Grenadines is far superior to the much touted Maldives, we signed on for a half-day, two-tank scuba course. After a brief introduction to make us comfortable with the equipment and procedures, we descended to depths of 32 feet around the resort to explore the diversity of marine life from a new perspective. Te one-on-one instruction provided for each of us ensured our complete safety and hooked us on the scuba experience. On the morning of our departure we took one final walk down the deserted beach where we spied the tip of a conch shell peeking out from the sand. After digging out the unblemished specimen, we returned and placed it on the wall outside our cottage alongside the others, thereby joining an exclusive club of those privy to the simple pleasures of this private island escape. sl
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Sunday Drive
Dubai Golf The tee on the par 4, 6th hole at the Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht Club (dubaigolf.com) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Te par 71 course measures 6,967 yards from the first tee to the 18th green. The expertly manicured fairways are undulating, demarcated by mounds, date and palm trees, and most other times by water. Apart from the creek, which comes into play on at least four holes, several artifcial lakes add to the beauty and difculty of various other holes. Play can be extended well into the evening as Dubai Creek's Par 3 course, a well-equipped Driving Range and practice facilities are all foodlit. (Photo by David Cannon/Getty Images) sl
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How the West is Done
Interior Designer Libby Rush lends cowgirl fair to a unique horse country retreat Written by Bridget Williams Photography by Andrew Kung
Built from reclaimed barn wood, the combination home, stables and indoor riding arena are the centerpiece of the 110-acre property.
Inspired by a request from her children to acquire a piece of farmland, this homeowner traversed rural horse country for over a year before settling on a 110-acre property with little more than a 100-year-old farmhouse and tobacco barn. “I really bought it without any specifc plans in mind,” she admits. The impetus for what was to become her favorite retreat was a trip to a traditional Western dude ranch. Having little experience with horses, she had set a goal of just becoming comfortable on horseback, beginning with English riding lessons, which she enjoyed but found somewhat restrictive. “At the dude ranch we just saddled up and rode to our hearts content; it was such an amazing experience,” she recalled with enthusiasm. Acquiring her own farm allowed the homeowner to further indulge her passion by increasing the number of Canadian Sport horses under her tutelage, including a trio of weanlings. “Te joy of raising them has been second only to having my own children,” she said, adding that the horses’
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mannerisms sometimes mirror that of her handsome German Shepherds that always seem to be underfoot. As her stable grew, the homeowner commissioned the construction of a new barn with stalls, a lighted indoor ring and covered area for hay storage. Made using wood salvaged from old barns, the structure, set far from the road in the rolling landscape, appears as rooted to the land as the old tobacco barn. Finding herself spending more and more time at the property, the homeowner originally intended on carving out a studio-style apartment within the barn, so she called in longtime collaborator, interior designer Libby Rush of Bittners, to help brainstorm. “Before I brought Libby on board I was literally fying by the seat of my pants,” said the homeowner. Te duo joke that the project evolved rather organically, with architect Craig Rushing of Rc3 in Lexington providing the framework for what was to become a comfortable two-bedroom, three-bath home within the existing barn.
An ornately carved front door, crafted by Roger Daines of Auburn, Alabama, opens to the doubleheight living area, a single open space comprised of a kitchen, dining area and two distinct seating areas.
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Individual pieces of rock that comprise the freplace were painstakingly chipped away by Jody and Brennan Edgarton, ffth and sixth generation master stonemasons, until they were the desired size.
“We are able to secure a great team of artisans who helped to define the look and who all took so much pride in their craftsmanship,” said Rush. Heavily influenced by her love of Western-style riding, the rustic interiors, defned by the use of varied reclaimed woods, stone and leather, are accented by the rich colors and textures of the American West. A covered terrace with a stacked stone freplace to the left of the front door is one of the few indications that this working barn is also a home. An ornately carved front door, crafted by Roger Daines of Auburn, Alabama, opens to the double-height living area, a single open space comprised of a kitchen, dining area and two distinct seating areas: one adjacent to the dining area and grouped in front of a freplace, the other on the opposite side of the cypress staircase. Longwood Antique Woods supplied materials for the fooring and some of the ceiling beams, including a large notched one used on the fireplace wall. “It was like putting a puzzle together,” said Rush. “We’d fnd pieces and then fgure out how to make them work.” 68 slmag.net
Lisa Hamilton of Miller’s Fancy Bath & Kitchen designed the compact galley-style kitchen. Carpenter Roger Gaddie and Allen Daneir fashioned cabinet door fronts from reclaimed wood and Hamilton chose substantial turned iron handles to complete the look. Te range hood over the Wolf six-burner cooktop is adorned with decorative tile from Louisville Tile. Exquisite examples of stonework abound and are the handiwork of Jody and Brennan Edgarton, fifth and sixth generation master stonemasons. Individual pieces of rock that comprise the freplace were painstakingly chipped away until they were the desired size. The homeowner recounted how Jody told her “these rocks speak to me” and even fashioned one of the stones to resemble a cowboy boot. Rush joked that, “There was a lot of effort put into making everything look efortlessly rustic.” Rush selected furnishings that were classic, comfortable and that could stand up to the wear and tear of farm life. “I don’t worry about everything having to be too perfect,” said the homeowner.
Lisa Hamilton of Miller’s Fancy Bath & Kitchen designed the compact galley-style kitchen. Carpenter Roger Gaddie and Allen Daneir fashioned cabinet door fronts from reclaimed wood. Te range hood is adorned with decorative tile from Louisville Tile.
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In the larger of two seating areas, individual pieces of deckled-edge paper applied to the walls in a running bond pattern resemble the color of tanned and weathered leather. A pair of leather chaps purchased in Wyoming displayed on one wall date to the 1800s.
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Roger Gaddie crafted the rustic fourposter bed in the master bedroom. Te homeowner gave him a rough idea of what she wanted, using various magazine clippings she had collected as a guide.
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An arched door of of the seating area leads to a “sitting room” of equestrian bent – one full of Western saddles and illuminated by a wagon-wheel chandelier.
Individual pieces of deckled-edge paper applied to the walls surrounding the larger of two seating areas in a running bond pattern resemble the color of tanned and weathered leather. Hanging on the wall are a pair of leather chaps and a saddle, both dating to the 1800s that were purchased in Wyoming. A cowhide tacked to the wall is one of many used in varying ways throughout the frst foor living spaces. An arched door of of the seating area leads to a “sitting room” of equestrian bent – one full of Western saddles and illuminated by a wagon-wheel chandelier. From here one can access the riding area, the stables or the covered area where the horses gather for their feed. Red is the homeowner’s favorite color, expressed to varying degrees in the home and via the vibrant stall doors sourced by Longwood Antique Woods from Hamburg Place. An ardent animal lover, deluxe kennels and runs provide comfortable confnes for her pack of furry friends as well as a rotating cast of characters she graciously fosters on a continuing basis for the local no-kill animal shelter. She relishes in daily walks on the property
with as many as ten canines in tow. “Having this place has really curbed my wanderlust,” she added. Stone caps are found on the newel posts of the striking staircase, the treads of which were fashioned from an oak tree on property that needed to be felled. Cedar beams with their bark intact are found at the base of the stairs and outside supporting the ceiling of the covered porch. Soaring ceilings are found in both of the second foor bedrooms, located at either side of the split stairs. Roger Gaddie crafted large vertical louvers out of wood sourced from the property for an opening in the master bedroom that looks over the frst foor living area. He also built the rustic four-poster bed in the master and a truly unique bunk bed in the guest suite. Te homeowner gave him a rough idea of what she wanted, using various magazine clippings she had collected as a guide. “I just let him run with his ideas and I was never disappointed with the results,” she added. “Tis home refects {the homeowner’s} true personality. I admire her for following her passion,” said Rush. “I always say a project is a success when you make someone happy in their element.” sl
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BISTRO1860 Camels, Coconut Cream Pie and Camaraderie Written by Bridget Williams Photography by Andrew Kung It all began with a coconut cream pie. Fifteen years ago Michael Crouch was “stacking fruit crates” for Paul’s Fruit Market when he struck up a friendship with Deli Manager Ron Kayrouz. One day in passing, young Crouch told Kayrouz he was thinking about becoming a chef. When Kayrouz inquired after his credentials, Crouch remarked that he could make a good coconut cream pie. “Since I believed my mom’s version to be the best, I told him to make me one, and I’d see how he stacked up,” said Kayrouz. After one bite, and with apologies to his mother, Kayrouz admitted it was the best he’d ever had. And so a career was launched. Looking back, Crouch admits he’s not too surprised by his career path. “When I was in middle school, I’d grocery shop and make candlelight dinners for my parents and put a handwritten sign that said ‘Michael’s Restaurant’ on the door to the kitchen,” he said.
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As their respective careers took them in diferent directions – Crouch refined his tastes and technique by working at restaurants in Paris and Alsace before returning to Louisville to become an executive chef for Café Metro and Bourbon’s Bistro – he and Kayrouz stayed in touch and agreed, with a hint of seriousness, that they should partner one day. Tat day came after Kayrouz looked at the space at the corner Mellwood Avenue and Brownsboro Road (site of the former L & N Bistro that is now sporting a cannot miss turmeric-colored façade). “I loved the atmosphere and knew this place could be something special, so I called Crouch and said I’d only do it if he was in,” said Kayrouz. Kayrouz enlisted his cousin Terry Fereday, another alum of Paul’s, to lend his business and tech savvy as managing partner. Te name of the restaurant – Bistro 1860 – hearkens to the approximate date of the building’s construction. In order to enhance the ambiance Kayrouz sensed during his initial visit, a serious overhaul of the tired interiors was in order. Interior designer Dennis Tapp was tasked with using a deft hand to create an environment that highlighted the bones of the historic building, such as exposed brick walls,
while mixing in contemporary touches through the art and upholstery. Kayrouz chose the black and white foors saying, “I think it gives the space an old New York City or Chicago feel.” On the first floor the color palette is dominated by black, cream, mustard and shades of grey. A new bar takes up one half of the room at the entrance. Low cocktail tables with banquette seating are placed opposite. On the second floor, where two apartments had been located, is the “camel lounge.” Originally only one room was going to be finished out for overflow seating; however everyone loved the coziness of the space so much that a second room was finished. Available for small plate and private dining, comfortable upholstered chairs are arranged in intimate conversation groups. The camel moniker comes from a plethora of camels in all shapes and sizes, from stufed to ceramic, displayed throughout the second foor. Apparently somewhere along the way someone gave Kayrouz a camel, and they have since multiplied to the point where his wife was happy to give some of the herd a new home. Future expansion plans for the second foor call for a designated bar.
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Crouch describes the menu he devised for Bistro 1860 as being refective of “my own style of cooking,” rather than a particular genre, though he has a penchant for French cuisine, having spent time training and cooking in both Paris and Alsace. Even though he offered some “suggestions” during the menu development stage, Kayrouz is quick to point out that he gave Crouch “full reign,” even if it took some gentle reminding from Fereday about who is in charge of the kitchen. “It needs to be Michael’s kitchen so he can relish in his sole role as executive
chef,” said Fereday, who also had his own epiphany with Crouch’s cooking; it was a ribeye instead of a slice of pie that induced a state of culinary bliss. “I told him I needed a cigarette after I was done eating,” he joked. One of the most interesting aspects of the menu is its unique pricing structure, a system devised by Kayrouz. Nearly all of the 16 choices are offered in three portion sizes: tasting, half and full. “The whole menu is completely customizable, so it becomes a more interactive food experience, where you
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may be willing to try a tasting portion of something new before committing to a larger size,” explained Crouch. All of the bite-sized desserts, including a Mint Julep crème brûlée topped with chocolate shavings, and bread pudding with chocolate sauce, are priced at $4. In case you are wondering, there is no coconut cream pie. Though at home he is happy with a PB&J (“I’ve really mastered it,” he jokes), Crouch has a few personal favorites, like oysters on the half shell, on the menu. His version is served with habanera cilantro mignonette and vodka horseradish crème fraîche. Group favorites during a preview tasting prior to the December 15th opening included a rabbit fritter with Pommery mustard soubise and melted baby spinach; smoked pork tacos; a light and lively arugula salad with roasted baby golden beets, smoked almond and Crottin du Perigord (a small button of pasteurized goat cheese); and, a ginger and cider braised short rib with sweet potato purée and Benton’s bacon braised greens. Listed on the back of the menu are three wine choices priced by the glass and bottle for each of the menu items 82 slmag.net
as selected by John Johnson, owner of The Wine Rack on Frankfort Avenue. I will leave it up to the mathematicians to figure out the number of entrée size and wine pairing configurations that are possible! Mixologists at Bistro 1860 have devised a custom cocktail menu with names like The 1860 (Butter-pecan washed Woodford Reserve, Courvoisier VSOP, brandy, Peychaud’s bitters, with an absinthe rinse), the Old Brownsboro Road (Sailor Jerry, Punt E Mes, Courvoisier VSOP, lime juice and angostura bitters), and my favorite, the Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing (dry Riesling, pear brandy, orange Curaçao, honey and Peychaud’s bitters). The beer list includes 16 different selections, from Fullers 2004 Vintage Ale to Guinness. “We are having a ball, even as stressful as getting to opening day has been,” said Fereday. Kayrouz agreed and added, “Tis is really the culmination of a dream.” sl Bistro 1860 is located at 1765 Mellwood Avenue. For more information or reservations call 502.618.1745 or visit bistro1860.com.
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Calm, Cool & Collected Living in a historic house in a very modern way Written by Bridget Williams Photography by Andrew Kung
A series of subtle works on paper by American artist Richard Tuttle are on display in the master bedroom.
“I’m always looking for what’s next,” said the wife of the avantgarde contemporary art collection she and her husband have on display throughout their historic Highlands home. The wife’s formative years were spent in New York City with an advertising executive father and a mother who immersed herself in contemporary art of the Basquiat and Warhol years. “She saw it as a way to better herself, and I would often accompany her to galleries and meetings with the art consultant who helped select pieces for my father’s office,” she said. Naturally, that early immersion, along with time spent at the home of prolifc art collector Sondra Gillman, whose daughter was a close friend, steered her to a passionate interest in collecting. While pop art was her frst love, her tastes, and that of her husband, a Louisville native, have evolved to seek out artists who are “pushing on to the next level.” Not necessarily drawn to big name artists that some feel are needed to have a reputable collection – though several heavy hitters of the contemporary art scene are represented in their collection – the wife says it has always been important for her to take time to fnd pieces within subject matter of interest to her and then educate and immerse herself in the artist.
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When the family was residing in New York City, the husband’s Louisville ties led him to retain the services of Lee Robinson of the Lee W. Robinson Company to orchestrate the interior design of their Tuxedo Park home. After relocating to Louisville, their partnership continued, frst at a home in Goshen and most recently a charming hillside home near Cherokee Park. Solidly built without extraneous ornamentation, the home’s bones are conducive to serving as a neutral backdrop for art that beckons to be the center of attention. “ This project was exciting for me as I was able to implement aspects of my Thruston Lifestyle collection, which mirrors the homeowner’s eclectic, urban and modern style,” said Robinson. Robinson chose “Couture Satin” from his eponymous paint collection for the walls in the center hall. Positioned near the front door is Ali, an enamel screen print with diamond dust on linen by Russell Young, which serves as the couple’s homage to Louisville. “My husband is one of the biggest cheerleaders for Kentucky’s attributes,” said the wife. Dominating one wall near the staircase is Clematis, a 72x72 inch crystal archive print by E.V. Day.
A diptych by Kiki Smith based on Little Red Riding Hood hangs in the living room. Jim Tompson upholstery on the settee. Walls are “Hamptons Summer" from the Lee W. Robinson paint collection.
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Walls in the dining room are painted "Mocha SoufĂŠ" from the Lee W. Robinson paint collection. Drapery and chair upholstery are from the Philip Gorrivan Collection for Highland Court.
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One of the frst pieces the couple acquired after their move to Louisville – a striking 50x37 inch digital C-print mounted on aluminum by Elena Dorfman depicting a dark-colored horse wearing a fly mask on a black background – is given prominence above the sideboard in the dining room. Te wife particularly likes that the room feels gender neutral – not too masculine or feminine – and the painted Gustavian-style table and chairs and demilune contribute to this disposition. Both the dining chair upholstery and the drapery are from the Philip Gorrivan Collection for Highland Court. When Robinson
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presented the fabric samples for their approval, the wife, who is an acquaintance of Gorrivan, was happy to add this personal connection to the overall design scheme. Also displayed in the dining room (walls are painted “Mocha Soufé” from Robinson’s paint line) are a series of artworks on Fuji paper by Alyson Shotz, an American artist based in Brooklyn best known for her fuid sculptures of synthetic materials such as mirror, glass beads, plastic lenses, thread and steel wire. “Each of the images is so free-fowing; they can be anything you perceive them to be,” said the wife.
In the living room, the Gustavian-style sofa is upholstered with Jim Tompson fabric to match the drapery, while the Chippendale camelback sofa sports printed velvet from Clarence House. Julie Blockman’s photograph, Queen, 2010, is displayed above the freplace. A painting by Damien Hirst hangs near the entrance to the family room. A photograph by Finnish artist Jorma Puranen hangs between the windows.
Despite initial reservations that they would never be able to live with it, over the past few years the couple has delved into video art. In part to counter the wife’s inclination for artwork with nature themes (“no more girly pieces” said the husband) and a refection of the husband’s work in technology, they slowly came around and now have two pieces on display: one in the living room and the other in the adjacent family room. Shown on a fat-screen television mounted vertically between a pair of windows in the living room, Balconies by Eve Sussman is a sixminute loop of individual balconies juxtaposed on one another
to form a cohesive image. The sound of a woman emerging from inside her apartment to shake out a blanket is nearly sleep inducing in its sereneness. “I loved the concept, color scheme and Eve’s flm noir overtones,” said the wife. Echoing the feeling of tranquility is the paint color of the walls – “Hamptons Summer.” A riff on Dutch and Flemish painters, Julie Blockman’s photograph, Queen, 2010, that is displayed above the freplace, references Diego Velázquez’s painting Las Meninas. In the same vein of tastefully playing on Old Masters is a photograph by Finnish artist Jorma Puranen. Another piece incorporating
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Dominating the wall across from the staircase is Clematis, a 72x72 inch crystal archive print by E.V. Day.
A video installation, Balconies by Eve Sussman, is on display in the living room.
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Positioned near the front door is Ali, an enamel screen print with diamond dust on linen by Russell Young.
Te walls of the daughter’s neon pink room are ideally suited to Andy Warhol’s Cow screen print on paper.
Displayed above the freplace in the family room is the wife’s favorite piece - Woman Sleeping with Birds - a bronze relief by German-born and New York-based artist Kiki Smith.
diamond dust, this time by Damien Hirst that features butterfies as the subject matter, hangs near the entrance to the family room. Te vibrant and lively piece appears to be the polar opposite of the jewel-encrusted skull and other death-centric pieces that have brought Hirst so much international attention. Robinson arranged the similarly scaled, but non-matching sofas facing one another in front of the freplace. Te Gustavianstyle sofa is upholstered with Jim Tompson fabric to match the drapery, while the Chippendale camelback sofa sports printed velvet from Clarence House. Te same velvet was used for the seat of the horse leg stool positioned in front of the freplace. Te wife spied the stool in the room Robinson designed for the 2012 Hamptons showhouse and requested one for the room as another nod to Kentucky. A diptych by Kiki Smith based on little red riding hood hangs on the wall opposite the freplace. Displayed above the freplace in the family room is the wife’s favorite piece, Woman Sleeping with Birds, a bronze relief also by German-born and New York-based artist Kiki Smith. Following her frst solo show in 1982, Smith has gone on to have major solo shows at the Centre d’Art Contemporain in Geneva (1990) and Museum of Modern Art in New York (2003), among others.
Te wife’s enthusiasm for each piece in their collection is palpable, and the story of what drew the couple to each work is almost as interesting as the art itself. In the master suite are a series of subtle works on paper by American artist Richard Tuttle and a painting by Jane Hammond. While the art may be subdued, the interior design makes a bold statement by playing on the classic combination of turquoise and coral. Best described as Lilly Pulitzer electrifed, the walls of the daughter’s neon pink room are ideally suited to Andy Warhol’s Cow screen print on paper, which hangs near the entrance to the playroom. Te wife cannot help but laugh when she recalls that when the children were counting their blessings at Tanksgiving, her daughter specifcally cited her room’s bright pink shag rug. As their collection grows, ever-dwindling wall space seems to be the only impediment for these prolific collectors, who still managed to pick up a few new pieces during the 2012 Art Basel event in Miami. Working with Robinson, the couple’s relaxed nature, expressed in the welcoming interiors and further evidenced by design concessions made to accommodate their affable yellow lab, shows that fine art can be accessible in all facets of everyday family life. sl slmag.net
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Mud, Sweat & Gears Louisville becomes the frst city outside Europe to host the UCI Cyclo-Cross World Championships Written by Bridget Williams and photography by Tony Bailey A hybrid of mountain bike and criterium racing, cyclo-cross races consist of many laps of a short (1.5-2 mile) cross-country course with obstacles that require the rider to quickly dismount, carry their bike while navigating the obstacle and remount. Since the frst world championships in Paris in 1950, the event has been held on European soil, but that will change on February 2nd and 3rd as Louisville’s Eva Bandman Park on River Road will be the site of the UCI Cyclo-Cross World Championships. Sophisticated Living is excited to be a sponsor of this exciting event and is working with storied bike maker Colnago and Parkside Bikes in Te Highlands to plan a reception with professional cyclist Sven Nys, the reigning king of “cross” and considered by many to be the greatest rider ever. Wanting to expand the sport’s burgeoning popularity in the United States, Nys was a strong advocate of hosting the championships in Louisville. Eva Bandman has been a stop on the U.S. Gran Prix of Cyclo-Cross since 2008. After hosting the 2012 UCI
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masters worlds, which was marked by wildly variable weather conditions, event organizers reworked the course and will have the Metro Parks department on standby to quickly address any weather-related situations. Unique attributes of the course include a permanent fyover dubbed “Te Green Monster,” runups built of railroad ties and limestone steps. Te 2012 Derby City Cup, held in November, served as an important proving ground for the World Championships. VIP packages are available for spectators at the UCI CycloCross World Championships who want to experience racing action in frst class style, including front row viewing from the comfort of a heated tent. Private VIP tents are also available for companies or groups of 40 of more. sl For more information about the UCI Cyclo-Cross World Championships, as well as VIP tickets and packages, visit louisville2013.com or email tickets@louisville2013.com.
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ART TO BEAT CANCER
Te event was founded by artist Doyle Glass in honor of his wife Kim who was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2011. During a cocktail reception at Te Green Building, more than 30 oil-on-linen artworks were displayed for purchase, with all sales beneftting the M. Krista Loyd Resource Center at the James Graham Brown Cancer Center.
Doyle & Kim Glass, Bob Haferman
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Amy Wheeler, Diane Warner, Gena McElroy
Sue & Larry Ruef
Kim Williams, Mike Hammond
Doyle Glass, Joni & Jan Seitz
Barbara Carloss, Caroline Wheat, Conie Sorrell, Dr. Beth Riley
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HOLIDAY HOUSE PREVIEW PARTY
Celebrating its ffth year, the annual Holiday House has grown to encompass 400 designers and vendors who work in tandem to transform the Academy Mansion, just off Fifth Avenue in New York City’s Upper East Side, into a Holidaythemed showhouse open for a month of public tours to beneft the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Louisville interior designer Lee W. Robinson was a featured designer at this year’s event, choosing the Chinese New Year as inspiration for his ‘Chinoiserie Party Pavilion’.
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Tom Filicia, Laura Beck
Eleanora Kennedy, Lee W. Robinson
David Klein, Peg Mastrianni
Charlotte Moss, Kamie Lightburn, Webb Egerton
Ally Coulter, Todd Henderson
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BRAIN BALL
Te Brain Injury Alliance of Kentucky held its 10th annual Brain Ball at the Seelbach Hotel. Te event, which sported a Wizard of Oz theme, was chaired by Paul Varga, Chairman and CEO of Brown-Forman Corporation and featured ‘Ruby Slipper’ cocktails designed by Tim Laird. Te 10th annual Mary Varga Award was presented to brain injury survivor Jennifer Hornback.
Amanda & Tom Alstadt, Terri & Steve Bass
Dr. Tracy Eicher, Pattie Ellis
Dr. Shiao & John Shaw-Woo
Liz Bingham, Barrett Freibert
Aaron & Kristin Spaulding, Amie & Scott Cornell
Bari & Jef Calderon
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COCKTAILS WITH CHAMPIONS
Te Leadership Louisville Center and Northwestern Mutual presented the invitationonly, Northwestern Mutual Networking Series: Cocktails with Champions for the Ignite Louisville Class of 2013 and their higher level “champions,” such as mentors or professional supporters. Tis is the third year for this event and will allow the class of emerging young professionals to connect with established executives from leading companies in the community. Held in the Flame Run Gallery on West Market Street, the event featured Brown-Forman cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and networking.
Abby Shue, Stephen Klein
Erin Rasinen, Justin Keeton, Josef Krebs
Chris Brice, Northwestern Mutual welcoming the Ignite Louisville Class of 2013 and their champions
Jason Clark, Kim Clark
Rebecca Weis, Peter Nesmith, Tzivia Kalmes
Darrell Tornton, Chris Brice, Joe Cotter
LTC Kevin Jackson, Amanda Bledsoe, Aaron Miller
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The Art to Beat Cancer 2013 Collection is made up of 40-50 paintings by artist Doyle Glass. 6x6 to 16x20 inch oil-on-linen, the paintings represent a variety of subject matter, including landscape, still-life and figure. An anonymous supporter has offered a generous matching gift to double the impact. All sales benefit the M. Krista Loyd Resource Center at the James Graham Brown Cancer Center. More information can be found at facebook.com/ doyleglassfineart. Art To Beat Cancer 2013 Benefit November 22, 2013 5:30-10 PM The Green Building, 732 East Market, Louisville
NIGHT OF 1000 STARS
“A Festival of Fire and Spice” was the theme for this year’s Festival of Faiths signature event, which was held at the Kentucky Center for African American Heritage. Te event featured cocktails and a “strolling dinner” with a menu, musicians and entertainment inspired by world cultures. Exhibits from Louisville’s many talented local artists, faith traditions, community service organizations, environmental groups also highlighted the evening.
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Joy Carwew, Andrew Tuita
Linda Neely, Rev. Tim Mitchell
Suraj & Rachel Alexander, Alex Gerassimides, Laura Sullivan
Kassey Maier, Rowland Jones, Paula Hale
Rabi Joe Rooks-Rapport, Turney Berry, Rabi Gaylia Rooks
Mayor Greg Fischer, Ozair Sharif
Amir & Ambreen Piracha
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SIGNATURE CHEFS
Chef Josh Moore of Volare served as Head Chef for the annual Louisville Signature Chefs Auction to beneft the March of Dimes. Following a gourmet sampling feast prepared by Louisville’s most celebrated chefs, guests participated in a spirited live auction of one-of-a-kind dining packages.
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Johnathan Smith, Kaitlyn Brown
Don Schieman, Cindy Mattingly
Greg Davis, Elizabeth & Kennedy Helm
Ben & Linda Jackson, Karen Williams, Bill Goetz
Ketan Nehta, Kim Saverno
Steve Williams, Ozair Sharif, Mike Stillman
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Kaitlyn Brown, Britainy Beshear
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Jen Flowers, Jena Walker
WENDELL CASTLE RECEPTION
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Tyler & Michele Beam
Babs & Lee Robinson hosted a members only cocktail reception and preview at the Kentucky Museum of Art and Craft with artist Wendell Castle for his exhibition, Wendell Castle: Forms within Forms – The 21st Century. Castle, an American furniture artist and leading fgure in American craft, is often credited with being the father of the art furniture movement.
Ted Steinbock, Sarah Martin, Henry Potter
Joey Yates, Gretchen Milliken, Priss Hovious
Dr. Peter Johnstone, Dr. Shiao & John Shaw-Woo, Terri Bass, Wendell Castle, Steve Bass
Joey Yates, Jennifer Olshin, Aldy Milliken
Kathy & Randy Bloch, Valerie & David Hall
Wendell Castle, Jody & P.A. Howard, Ed & Mary F. Glasscock, Lee Robinson, Joe & Teresa Kelly
Ashley Blevins, P.A. Howard, Mack & Brooke Schwab
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MILESTONE CELEBRATION
More than 100 family, friends and colleagues of Dr. Alexander Digenis gathered at Glassworks to toast his 50th birthday. Cocktails, dancing and hors d'oeuvres prepared by Jarf's Catering rounded out the festive fĂŞte.
Eleni & Helen Digenis, Jeanna Motes
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Phillip, Emily, Alex, & Eleni Digenis, Hunter Sattich
Julio & Gloria Melo
Debbie & Steve Reiss
Madelyn Blue, Bill Schmied, Emily Digenis, Diana Schmied, Nancy Laird
Vick & Kim Stafeei, Debbie & Steve Reiss
Steve & Terri Bass, Dr. Shiao & John Shaw-Woo
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Kevin & Antoinette Cogan
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Aaron & Jessica Greenwell
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APPRECIATION CELEBRATION
Merkley Kendrick Jewelers hosted their annual Customer Appreciation Celebration at Te Olmsted. Te family friendly event included horse-drawn sleigh rides around the historic Masonic Home campus, music, magic and refreshments.
Brooke & Greg Impellizzeri
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Brian & Tracy Merkley
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Mandy, Mathew & John Schmidt
Brian O'Rourke, George O'Rourke
Cordt Huneke & Rachel Keens
Teresa & Ella Beams, Hope Gardiner
Faye Jenkins, Sandy Hines, Anne Howell, Courtney Howell-Kidd
Celine Kremer, Denie Barret
Nanette Merkley-Vale, Janice Cook
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SCHOOL CHOICE BENEFIT
Ann and Darrell Wells graciously opened their home for a fundraising event to beneft School Choice Scholarships. Founded in 1998 and the only program of its kind in Kentucky, School Choice Scholarships allows low-income families the opportunity to send their children to one of more than 60 private elementary and middle schools of their choice in Jefferson and Oldham counties. Since its inception, School Choice has provided over 4,000 scholarships and invested over $8 million in our community’s most at-risk children.
George Fischer, Kathy Oyler, Judy & Kenny Huber
Tom Jolly, Paul Grisanti, Gant & Tifany Hill
Mary Lee Fischer, Eleanor Maddox
Marc Ingram, John Dowds
Leslie Taylor, Annette Schnatter, Diane Cowne
Tonya York Dees, John & Janet Conti
Ann & Darrell Wells
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Lynn Fischer, Judy Huber
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Ann Wells, Kevin Shurn
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SUSIE’S CHRISTMAS TEA
Susie Greenberg hosted her annual holiday tea gathering, planned by Arnie Levin, in the Ante Room to the Oak Room at the Seelbach Hilton Hotel.
Carol Siefer, Cheryl Chapman
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Susie Greenberg, Janet Ames
Becki Masben, Susie Greenberg, Lucy Blodgett
Kim Sarmacki, Genie Tyler
Pat Gabriele, Mary Reisert
Sherry Freeman, Colleen Best
Libby Parkinson, Corky Sachs, Vivian Korfage, Winona Shiprek
Susie Greeenberg, Arnie Levin
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