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Over Achievers At Freeman’s Photographs & Photobooks auction on September 10, an editioned portfolio of “Te Last Sitting” by photographer Bert Stern set an auction record by selling for $41,250—more than four times the estimate. Photo courtesy of Freeman’s.
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EDITOR - IN - CHIEF Bridget Williams ______________________________________________ ASSOCIATE EDITORS Kay Matton ART DIRECTOR Jason Yann CONTRIBUTORS Writers Patti Bailey Dr. Matthew Bessen Ellana Bessen Scott Harper Amelia Jefers Jef Jefers Photographers Tony Bailey Alexandra Eye Allie Filley Chad Henle Andrew Kung COPY EDITOR Jennifer Newton Michael Parker ADVERTISING SALES OFFICE 502.582.6563 ______________________________________________ CEO/PUBLISHER Eric Williams VICE PRESIDENT Michele Beam ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER Jamie Leveridge
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From the Editor-In-Chief Print is dead. Apparently we didn’t get that message, because even as the naysayers were tolling the death knell, Sophisticated Living survived – and flourished. The November/ December issue marks the 10th anniversary of our Louisville edition, and over the past decade, we’ve gone from 48-pages in our debut issue, to well over 640 pages spread out over fve magazines in Louisville, Lexington, Cincinnati, Indianapolis and St. Louis (with additional cities scheduled to open in 2014). To commemorate this achievement, the Louisville edition features a sizeable retrospective of our favorite places and spaces that are worthy of a second look. I encourage you to visit slmag.net to read that issue or any of our other outstanding city publications. How did all of this come about? It’s a question I get asked frequently, and the answer is much more ordinary than one would expect – lots of sweat equity and a little blind faith (or ignorance, depending on your perspective). Tere were no focus groups, feasibility studies or an infusion of outside capital. At the risk of sounding cliché, the magazine’s initial framework was literally sketched on a cocktail napkin during dinner while our then three-year-old daughter slept in my lap. Ten, as now, the heart and soul of the magazine is my husband Eric, who has borne the lion’s share of work in growing the company: from high level meetings related to opening new markets to picking up trash the day after our recent polo event. Reaching such a signifcant milestone provides us with a moment to pause and refect on where we’ve been, where we’re going and to acknowledge those who’ve helped carry the load along the way. Tere are many people to whom credit is due, none more important than my parents, Tony and Patti Bailey, who operated their own business together for many years in my youth and instilled in me an indomitable work ethic as well as providing insight on how to navigate the challenges and rewards of being partners in both work and marriage. Already waiting in the wings is our daughter, a wise-beyond-her-years teenager, who started “working” for the magazine as a toddler – patiently riding along in the back seat of our Volvo wagon for hours as Eric and I delivered magazines. She’s since held her own on press trips, weighs in on editorial, and works hard at developing her writing portfolio and business acumen so that she can take over the reigns from her father one day, which all of a sudden seems to be in the not so distant future! During this season of thanks and refection, we’d be remiss if we failed to acknowledge our advertising partners for demonstrating an unwavering belief in our vision by partnering with us. We take pride in knowing that their affiliation with our brand remains an important cornerstone of their business development. A quote from the associate editor’s letter in our Louisville debut issue still rings true today: “We hope that you take pleasure in perusing our distinct magazine – just as much as we have had in putting it together.”
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Recently, I traveled back to one of my favorite cities to attend the wedding of my college roommate. It had been more than 10 years since I last visited Paris. In college I spent a summer in the City of Lights, taking in everything the city has to ofer. Tis time around I once again immersed myself in the French culture and all of the incredible museums, architecture, boutiques, restaurants, and parks. We completely lucked out with the location of our boutique hotel, right of of Rue Saint-Honore, which is one of my favorite streets because of it being relatively narrow and being graced by nearly every major global fashion house. And, not to mention it being literally right next door to Coco Chanel’s apartment and frst Chanel boutique ever. (Yes, as Rachel Zoe would say...”I die.”) As I was walking around Saint-Germain-des-Prés, it dawned on me that the open air brasseries and sidewalk seating that upon my frst visit to Paris seemed so chic and so, well, French, had become more commonplace at home, and how wonderfully so. I won’t go so far as to compare the streets of Paris to downtown Lexington, but I will say that taking a walk through downtown Lexington has become so much more visually appealing in recent years, and even months. A stroll down North Limestone and Short Street on a nice day will fnd urban moments like a gentleman sipping a cup of coffee while reading a newspaper; a group having lunch outside under an umbrella enjoying a glass of wine with their lunch; mural artwork alongside the building on Market Street; and, restaurants like Le Deauville’s open air ambiance and a la Lucie’s outdoor seating luring pedestrians into the liveliest and most Parisian atmospheres the city has to ofer. It was refreshing to realize that many of these simple moments of urban life are no longer exclusive to the larger, metropolitan cities of the world. We’ve featured a la Lucie in this edition and I think it’s a glowing example of a dining experience we have here at home that, amidst the lively atmosphere, the smells of fresh local ingredients being prepared, the sounds of glasses toasting and Lucie’s playlist coming through the speakers- you might have to pause for a moment and remind yourself that you’re in Lexington. Au revoir!
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Sauternes and Chateau d’ Yquem How Sauternes grapes are grown is the most amazing process. Grapes are essentially allowed to rot on the vine. Te Sauternes region, just south of the city of Bordeaux, has a special climate, which produces the perfect storm of conditions for Botrytis Cinerea or “noble rot” (in French “pourriture noble”). This process would be a disaster for vineyard’s producing dry wines. Te Ciron River creates fog, and when this cool humid condition is followed by a warm, dry afternoon, the stage is set for the growth of Botrytis. Botrytis is a fungus that essentially attacks the grapes. Te mold pierces the skin of the grapes, dehydrating them, concentrating the sugars and favor compounds. Wineries harvest only by hand and make numerous passes through the vineyards to allow Botrytis to afect as many grapes and bunches as possible. This painstaking process, as well as the dramatic reduction in yields, drives up the cost signifcantly but produces a wine of great intensity and concentration that is oozing with the favors of honey, apricot, citrus, caramel and spice. In 1855 the wines of Sauternes were classifed. Tis sub region of Bordeaux, France within Graves produces some of the world’s greatest dessert wines. The classification of Sauternes is often overshadowed by the 1855 classifcations of the best red wines of Bordeaux. In fact many afcionados are unaware that Sauternes, despite being keenly aware of their superior quality, were classifed at the same time. Tere are three levels to the classification: Superior First Growth (Premier Cru Supérieur), First Growth (Premier Cru) and Second Growth (Deuxième Cru). Within the fve villages that can label their wines Sauternes (Sauternes, Barsac, Fargues, Preignac and Bommes), there are principally three grapes grown. Te most important is Sémillon. Semillon comprises the majority of the blend and has a waxy or lanolin texture combined with the honey and citrus favors. Sauvignon Blanc is secondary and lends the crispness, keeping the sweet wine from being cloying, along with lemon and a slight herbaceous quality accompanied by tropical fruits. Lastly the Muscadelle grape lends foral qualities. Once the grapes are harvested, the wines are fermented. Te fermentation is stopped, so copious amounts of natural grape sugar are left, making it a deliciously sweet wine. Often aged in oak to add complexity and flavor, these wines are capable of ageing for decades and, in the most exceptional cases, even longer.
Written by Scott Harper, Master Sommelier
Château d' Yquem, Sauternes In the simplest of possible terms, Chateau d’ Yquem is legendary; it stands alone as the only Superior First Growth in Sauternes. The Chateau has produced wine for over 400 years and has the resources to simply not produce wine in poor years such as 1992 and 2012. Additionally it will send its pickers through the vineyards over a dozen of times to pick only ripe Botrytis grapes. It is no wonder why a half bottle of the wine costs hundreds of dollars. D’ Yquem will occasionally produce a dry white wine simply labeled Y. It is modestly labeled Bordeaux Blanc, and while I have never tried it, its reputation is excellent. Te luxury goods conglomerate Louis Vuitton Moët Hennessy (LVMH) now owns Chateau d’ Yquem after hundreds of years of family ownership. Tomas Jeferson, while minister to France and before becoming President of the United States, learned of the great estate while in France, and when he returned, he purchased the wine for himself and George Washington. Tasting note on 1982 Château d' Yquem I have tried this wine twice, once in the late 1980s and again in 2013. Both times by the generosity of a wonderful lady named Sandy. Te stage was set nicely by enjoying a delicious bottle of 1982 Chateau Mouton-Rothchild with dinner. With the Sauternes we served the classic accompaniment, blue veined cheese. Te color was golden copper. Te aroma leaped from the glass with favors of honey, caramel, apricot, sweet citrus, fresh cream, vanilla and light baking spices. Te wine on the palate was rich, sweet but not cloying, with bright acidity and a rich viscous texture. Te fnish was insanely long with all the favors lasting in the palate for what seemed like hours. An absolutely incredible bottle of wine that stands as one of the fnest dessert wines I have ever had the pleasure to try. Tank you, Sandy! Additional Recommended Sauternes Château Clos Haut-Peyraguey, Bommes (Sauternes) First Growth Sauternes and Château Rabaud-Promis, Bommes (Sauternes) First Growth Sauternes. sl
A Certifed Wine Educator, Scott is one of 135 professionals in North America and 211 worldwide who have earned the title Master Sommelier.
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Curating a Lifestyle: Elevating Exoticism
Written by Amelia and Jef Jefers
While Asian buyers display an enthusiastic appetite for antique material culture, there is a strong interest in contemporary art and jewelry, as well. Tis triptych is by Chinese-born Michigan artist, Chuang Che. Sold, Garth’s, $45,790.
Beginning with Marco Polo’s fantastic descriptions of his adventures across Cathay, our collective Western curiosity about an exotic Eastern world has seemed, at times, insatiable. The earliest visitors to Asia were compelled to return by the indescribable sights and sounds they experienced. Returning home laden with trinkets and treasures reminiscent of the unique styles, favors and culture of the region was the norm. Even today, despite the instantaneous (and voyeuristic) opportunities to connect with people all over the globe, travel remains the only way to immerse and truly experience a culture that is distinctively diferent from the relative homogeneity on our side of the globe. Souvenirs remain tactile reminders of our time there. One of the world’s oldest civilizations, China, developed in near isolation until the Age of Discovery brought European ships looking for new trading partners and prompted the start of a robust export economy that would last through the 21st century. It should come as no surprise that the earliest demand for Chinese exports was for the eponymous porcelain goods now known to the world as “china”. Decorated to appeal to each specifc market for which it was created, china made for export was inspired by the bits of material culture brought by Western traders to the Eastern shores. Coins, fabrics, paintings and the visitors themselves served as valuable illustration of the world in which the end-users lived. For centuries, collectors all over the globe valued these exported treasures. Today, as China flourishes and thousands of new millionaires every year look for creative ways to faunt and enjoy their wealth, the export goods that drove an economy and made history are not what appeals to this generation of spenders. After all, exported goods were always intended for someone else.
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Wealthy Chinese buyers are motivated to buy back their culture: the everyday and ceremonial objects that cumulatively tell the ancestral story of China. Tese buyers crave carvings (particularly in rare and precious materials), jewelry and textiles - objects that were never intended for export, but found their way out of China via a steady stream of tourists and on to mantles, bookshelves and attics throughout the Western world. For the most part overlooked by their Western caretakers, good Chinese antiques explode in price when they reach the market in a qualifed venue with Internet exposure. Te appetite and voracity with which Chinese collectors pursue the best objects is truly inspiring. With just a bit of study, understanding the passion is simple: these buyers love quality, beauty, luxury and (most importantly) their heritage. Under one Chinese Dynasty (the now revered Qing period), not quite perfect was not quite acceptable, and objects that did not meet the strict standards of the emperor were destroyed. It isn’t surprising that examples of antique porcelain, jade and ivory from that period consistently outperform any other. The burgeoning interest in Asian antiquities is driving tastemakers everywhere to look to the East for interior design and fashion inspiration. So, break out that Rose Medallion punch bowl and set it on the silk embroidered shawl Aunt Millie brought back from her trip in the 60s. Eastern exotic is hot, and the auction forecast is calling for an Indian summer. sl
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International transport of ivory is quite restricted, but antiques with appropriate paperwork are generally exempt - allowing bidders from all over the world to compete on the oldest and best objects. Tis vase was intricately carved in three pieces by a well-known artist. Sold, Garth’s, $55,813.
Buddha statues are infnitely collectible, but early examples from tribal regions of Asia are particularly hot in today’s market. Tis 18th Century Mongolian example has a wonderful surface. Sold, Garth’s, $70,500.
Tis jade bowl embodies the major factors driving a bullish Asian Arts market: luxurious materials, incredible workmanship and authentic age. A lucky collector in Hong Kong now enjoys it in his collection. Sold, Garth’s, $162,500.
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Aerial view of oceanfront estate homes on Kiawah Island.
Kiawah Island Written by Bridget Williams
“White denim, white shoes and white wine…it’s time for Kiawah,” a friend wrote on her Facebook newsfeed to relay the start of her annual Southern summer sojourn. A barrier island of just 13.5 square miles located 15 miles south of Charleston, South Carolina, Kiawah’s frst summer home neighborhood was established in 1954, though its history of habitation stretches back to the Kiawah Indians, who ceded the island to the Earl of Shaftesbury in 1675. The island as its known today, encompassing a unique combination of public/private amenities – including championship golf courses designed by Jack Nicklaus, Pete Dye, Tom Watson and Tom Fazio, clustered condominium developments, a fve-star beachfront resort hotel, the member’s only Kiawah Island Club and a host of upscale neighborhood concepts carefully planned to exist in harmony with the topography – began to take shape in 1974 when Kuwait Investment Corporation acquired the property and developed a master plan. 36 slmag.net
An exhaustive list of activities and the area’s immense natural beauty has endeared and enticed generations; once you enter through the gated entry, you are forever part of the Kiawah Island family. While there are short-stay and rental properties available at nearly every price point, each ofering a distinct vacation experience, there exists a strong sense of community, spurred on by an active group of property owners that hail from around the globe. Kiawah’s busy multi-use asphalt path covers some 30+ miles, and a leisurely pedal on one of the ubiquitous beach cruisers instantly removes any feelings of pretense. Te hardpacked sand on the wide beaches provides another 10 miles for biking, running and walking. Keep an eye out for one of the approximately 600 American alligators living in the brackish and freshwater ponds that dot the pathways; some days they seemed to be omnipresent, while on others they proved to be quite elusive.
Te Beach Club is the summer social hub for members of the Kiawah Island Club.
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Te Cassique Club House with the 9th hole of the Cassique golf course in the foreground.
Property owners and registered island guests have access to the diverse offerings provided by the Kiawah Island Golf Resort. Host of the 2007 Senior PGA and the 2012 PGA Championships, the Ocean Course was ranked the #4 Public Golf Course in U.S. and 25th amongst the 100 Greatest U.S. Golf Courses by Golf Digest. Its corresponding brick and wood shingled clubhouse is ideally suited to take on the attractive patina provided by the salty air and constant coastal breezes. A fine dining experience awaits at The Atlantic Room, where Executive Chef Jonathan Banta’s seasonal creations are lovely enough to take your eyes off the view of the ocean and the 18th green. Also ranked on Golf Digest’s 100 Greatest Public Course list, the Jack Nicklaus-designed Turtle Point golf course boasts a traditional design that tests strategy and accuracy. Tom Fazio is responsible for the design of the par-72 Osprey Point course, with a topography that encompasses four large natural lakes, saltwater marsh inlets and the Deep South’s hallmark dense maritime forests. Also a par-72 course, Oak Point is laid out on the grounds of a former cotton and indigo plantation. Redesigned by Gary Player in 1996, the Cougar Point golf course 38 slmag.net
features a mix of short and long par-fours, risk/reward par-fves and scenic yet challenging par-threes. Dining options are numerous and run the gamut from fne dining at The Ocean Room inside The Sanctuary Resort to a diverse lineup of casual eateries scattered amidst fashion and home boutiques and upscale grocery and sporting retailers at the newly opened Freshfelds Village, which lies just outside the island’s security station. Arguably one of the most treasured dining experiences and the longest standing tradition on Kiawah is the Mingo Point Oyster Roast and BBQ. A clearing on the banks of the Kiawah River canopied by ancient live oaks provides a picturesque setting for one of the largest oyster roasts in the low country. Following a bufet dinner of Southern specialties, adults can grab a rocking chair to admire the sunset or dance to live music, while the children are entertained with planned activities and a presentation by the Kiawah naturalists. The most exclusive amenities belong to property owners who are members of the Kiawah Island Club. Golfers can enjoy Cassique, a 7,050-yard, par-72 course designed by Tom Watson to be reminiscent of British links, or the Tom Fazio-designed
Left to right, from top. Kayaking on the Kiawah River at sunset. Photo by Patrick O'Brien. Steamed oysters being prepared at Mingo Point at Kiawah Island Golf Resort. Dolphins in the Kiawah River near Cougar Island. Photo by Patrick O'Brien. New home construction in Indigo Park.
7,039-yard River Course, with six holes that play along the river’s edge and the remaining fairways and greens nestled up to marsh savannas, ponds and maritime forests. Both courses are complemented by architecturally distinct clubhouses accentuated by distinguished dining opportunities. Consulting Chef Tom Colicchio designed the menu at Voysey’s at Cassique; attentive and well-versed dining attendants as well as the striking interior design and exterior vistas make Kiawah Island Club Executive Chef Doug Blair’s skillful implementation of the menu even more memorable. Adjacent to the River Course is Sasanqua, a member’s only spa with treatment rooms that seem to float over the tall marsh grasses. Designed both inside and out to blend in with its natural surroundings (including low country derived ingredients in treatment products), the sound of falling water coming from a fountain at the start of the cantilevered walkway to the front entrance induces a state of tranquility that is blissfully maintained throughout the duration of time spent within Sasquana’s soothing environs. Designed by the same architect responsible for the clubhouse at the nearby Ocean Course and ideally positioned amidst the dunes along Kiawah’s most secluded stretch of
beach, Te Beach Club has been the hub of Te Kiawah Island Club since it opened in 1994. With separate pools for families and adults-only, an ocean-front bar, beach attendants and water sports activities, both fine casual and swimsuit casual dining options and a sport shop, Te Beach Club provides a comfortable home base for sublime summer idling. Guided by a stalwart eye for environmental sensitivity, clustered home sites are planned and released gradually over time, leaving large swaths of the island still undeveloped. Taking the conservation approach even further, Candace Dyal, president of Dyal Compass LLC and a long-time Kiawah Island homeowner, is developing Indigo Park, which is comprised of 16 home sites boasting picturesque views and enough eco-friendly amenities to attain LEED certifcation while remaining incredibly low-maintenance. Released in mid-October, Kiawah’s newest development, Ocean Park, is situated on the island’s farthest tip, offering unparalled privacy and views of the neighboring Ocean Course amidst the ancient cathedral oaks and quiet marshlands. For all that Kiawah Island has become, what has remained constant is the pursuit of simple pleasures with family and friends that continues to enchant and entice generations of visitors. slmag.net
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Omni Mt. Washington Resort Written by Eric Williams
There’s something undeniably alluring about America’s historic grand dame resorts; the charm of yesteryear resonates through their grand gathering spaces and architecture that has stood the test of time to become an unabashed symbol of the pursuit of leisure. The Omni Mt. Washington, built in 1902 and situated at the base of 6,288-foot Mount Washington, the highest peak in the Northeast and surrounded by the 800,000 acres of the White Mountain National Forest in New Hampshire, is certainly part of this esteemed group. Te iconic peaked red roofine of the Spanish Renaissance architecture is particularly striking in winter in comparison to the monochromatic backdrop created by mountains blanketed in snow. Also on the property is the quaint Omni Bretton Arms Inn, a restored 34-room inn and National Historic Landmark built in 1896. Omni Hotels began management of the property, which also includes Bretton Woods, New Hampshire’s largest ski area, in 2009, and has embarked on a continuous campaign of 40 slmag.net
upgrades and improvements across all areas of hotel operations, totaling in excess of $70 million to date. Some of the most notable include a restoration of the 18-hole Mount Washington Golf Course, a new 25,000-square-foot spa, 20,000-squarefoot conference center, outdoor pool complex and renovated guestrooms, lobby and public spaces. The design of new wallpaper in the guest room corridors pays homage to the hotel’s original Tifany stained glass lighting fxtures. Each of the 200 guestrooms and suites were designed by Beaty and Brown of Richmond, Virginia to have a distinct residential appeal. A new Family Suite encompasses 1,400 square feet and features a living room with a freplace and two separate children’s rooms. Additional lodging opportunities on the sprawling campus include more than 60 fully furnished condo units ranging in size from two-to-fve bedrooms and 50 contemporary guestrooms in Te Lodge, located just steps away from Bretton Woods.
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Te lobby of the historic resort, constructed in 1902.
Updates to the Omni Mt. Washington Resort’s casual food and beverage venues include converting a Prohibition-era speakeasy into Te Cave, a cozy tavern with stick stone walls that takes design cues from an English pub; refreshing the menu at Stickney’s to a pub-style steakhouse with an emphasis on farmto-table fare; and converting a former train station into Fabyan’s Station, a family dining venue inspired by railway history. My arrival for a long weekend getaway last winter coincided with record low temperatures. With weather not ft for man or beast, I wasn’t surprised to learn that a planned dog sledding excursion had to be rescheduled to the following day. So after settling in and getting my bearings by exploring the property, I headed straight for the heated outdoor pool, easily discernable for the veil of steam enveloping it. Getting out was the hard part – the mad dash to cross the 15 feet from the edge of the pool to the warmth of the locker room was brutal. The following morning we caught the hotel shuttle to the Bretton Woods ski area. Ideal for skiers of all abilities, the property offers alpine skiing and snowboarding with 102 downhill trails and glades, as well as a full-service PSIA ski school, 42 slmag.net
rentals, clinics and special events. Nordic skiing and snowshoeing are also available on a 60-mile tracked and skate groomed trail network, including more than six miles of dog-friendly trails. Winter hiking trails, ice-skating and snow tubing are also ofered. Te same trail network also makes for enjoyable mountain biking and day hikes outside of ski season. Introduced last season, a program of guided winter adventures are led by a talented team of guides who take guests of every ftness level skiing deep into the woods, climbing ice-covered clif faces, snowshoeing to high summits and beyond. Also introduced last season, a partnership with New England Disabled Sports provides expanded programming, adaptive equipment and experienced volunteers to help persons with special needs experience the outdoors. At the top of a new 2,000-foot T-Bar near the summit of Mount Stickney, a new 600-square-foot log cabin with an exterior stone freplace and interior wood stove is a cozy spot to warm up in between runs. Following a full day on the slopes we arranged for a horsedrawn sleigh to escort us to dinner at the four-diamond Bretton Arms Dining Room, recently renovated along with the rest of
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the historic inn. Chef Matt LeRose ofers seasonal menus that refect the North Country setting. Our second morning began with a few runs down the slopes before trying out another way to descend the mountains: the Bretton Woods Canopy Tour. Opened in 2008 and available year-round, participants skim the treetops while descending more than 1,000 feet via a network of nine zip lines. In between, there are crossings of suspension bridges, repelling of wood platforms and hiking trails to reach the next line. Following lunch, temperatures had risen enough to allow the aforementioned dog sledding excursion to get the go ahead, and the experience was certainly a highlight of the trip. Cocooned in blankets within the two-person sled, a powerful team of Alaskan Husky sled dogs was guided by an experienced musher around the grounds with the historic resort serving as a dramatic backdrop. Considering our nearly non-stop itinerary of exhilarating outdoor excursions, capping off the trip by unwinding in the 25,000-square-foot spa seemed apropos. Of the 13 treatment rooms, many with striking mountain views, there are five dedicated massage rooms, one couples treatment room, three
facial rooms, three multi-purpose rooms, and a deluxe wet room with a Vichy shower and treatment tub with air jets and color therapy. Te Spa also has a full-service “image center” for haircare, manicures and pedicures; a fitness studio outfitted with Cybex strength training equipment, cardio machines with individual entertainment systems and free weights; private locker rooms; a heated indoor pool and whirlpool and a year-round outdoor pool complex. As part of its commitment to sustainability, The Spa at the Omni Mt. Washington Resort offers customized Herbal Garden Treatments. The newest signature lineup is focused on herbal healing with ingredients sourced from the resort’s private herb garden. The Spa uses its own Mountain Mist line of customized spa products, created from local botanicals and named for the “misting” that is often seen on Mount Washington and the Presidential Range. Whether its zipping down the side of a mountain, discovering new culinary delights or enjoying having the kinks worked out by the hands of an experienced masseuse, the Omni Mt. Washington Resort serves up opportunities for oohs and aahs in abundance. sl slmag.net
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Bibliotaph Showcasing inventive and fun interior design ideas for newborns through teens by top-notch designers such as Kelly Wearstler, Charlotte Moss, Alessandra Branca, Amanda Nisbet, and Tomas Jayne among others. Susanna Salk - Rooms for Children: Stylish Spaces for Sleep and Play - Hardcover, 240 pages, Rizzoli (rizzoliusa.com).
Geared towards enlivening unstructured playtime away from electronic gadgetry, this book presents kids' rooms designed to feed the imagination. Andrew Weaving - Playful Home: Creative Style Ideas for Living with Kids - Hardcover, 240 pages, Rizzoli (rizzoliusa.com).
To celebrate the 50th anniversary of this beloved cultural icon, Assouline presented the ultimate collector's tome dedicated to the world's most popular doll. Yona Zeldis McDonough Barbie (Ultimate Edition) - 128 pages, Clover board in a hand-tipped linen presentation box, Assouline (assouline.com).
Te beloved Sock Monkey is celebrated with images culled from Ron Warren's collection of some 2,000 of these playful creatures. Arne Svenson & Ron Warren - Sock Monkey - Hardcover, 160 pages, teNeues (teneues.com). Photograph Š 2008 Arne Svenson. All rights reserved.
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bib 'li' o 'taph, [bib-lee-uhtaf, -tahf ]: a person who caches or hoards books From Lincoln Logs to Legos, this book presents a history of architecture over the past century through the prism of construction toys. Brenda and Robert Vale - Architecture on the Carpet: Te Curious Tale of Construction Toys and the Genesis of Modern Buildings - Hardcover, 208 pages, Tames & Hudson (thamesandhudsonusa.com).
Shot by award-winning photographer Mark Nixon, this book showcases 60 images and background tales of teddy bears and other stufed animals that have been lovingly abused after years of play. Mark Nixon - Much Loved - Hardcover, 128 pages, Abrams Image (abramsbooks.com).
Tis hefty volume highlights children's toys, books and furniture designed by avant-garde artists of the frst half of the 20th Century. José Lebrero Stals, Juan Bordes, Carlos, et al Perez - Toys of the AvantGarde - Hardcover, 385 pages, Ediciones El Viso
Suitable for fashionistas young and old, this ofcially authorized coloring book and sketchbook is based on the drawings and works of Yves Saint Laurent (1936–2008). YSL: Prêt-à-Porter: Coloring, Activity and Inspiration Book - Paperback, 40 pages, Abrams Image (abramsbooks.com).
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Te Royal Canadian Yacht Club defends its title at the New York Yacht Club Invitational Cup, presented by Rolex Written by Bridget Williams Photography by Daniel Forster for Rolex Following a fercely contested week on the water, the Royal Canadian Yacht Club (RCYC) was confrmed as winner of the New York Yacht Club (NYYC) Invitational Cup presented by Rolex. In the process, the Toronto-based club successfully defended the title it won in 2011. The third edition of the popular biennial competition, held from September 7-14, welcomed 20 international yacht club teams from five continents and 13 diferent countries to Newport, Rhode Island. Te regatta, first held in 2009, is open to a limited number of the world's pre-eminent yacht clubs with crew composition strictly limited to non-professional sailors. With each of the 10-member crews racing identically matched Swan 42s, the competition promotes Corinthian sailing, rewarding preparation, teamwork and tactical expertise. It’s a concept admired and embraced by those taking part.
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Opening Ceremony - Harbour Court, NYYC's on-the-water clubhouse in Newport
“For me this is the best regatta in the world. Te amateur component is very unusual and adds something attractive to the event. Newport is a great sailing venue, where everyone seems to know about the sport,” remarked Javier Scherk, skipper of Spanish entry Real Club Náutico de Barcelona. “ Bruce Foye, skipper of the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia (CYCA) team, one of the entrants to travel from furthest afeld explained: “It feels like a dream to come here. To sail in these waters, against international yacht clubs and represent the CYCA is something that we feel very honored to do. We have come to Newport to sail with the spirit of the event and enjoy the atmosphere.” Te CYCA was one of three clubs representing Australia. Te feet also comprised yacht clubs from Argentina, Belgium, Canada, Finland, Hong Kong, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Spain, Sweden, the United Kingdom as well as four United States entries. As defending champion, the Royal Canadian Yacht Club (RCYC) began the competition as the team to beat but faced a determined onslaught from 19 skilled teams over fve days of competition. Helmed by Terry McLaughlin, the 1984 Olympic Silver medalist in the Flying Dutchman, the RCYC arrived in Newport with their entire winning crew from 2011, the only change being the inclusion of an additional
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crew member, a result of an increase to the crew weight limit permitted in the class rules. Surprisingly, the RCYC began the competition poorly, not fnishing higher than seventh in the frst three races including a disappointing 14th in the frst race. Competition debutants Larchmont Yacht Club displayed the most consistent sailing on Narragansett Bay with three consecutive second places in the opening races, ensuring they carried the Rolex gold spinnaker as the standings leader. “The main thing that we focused on was starting in a clear lane and sailing straight, minimizing how much tacking we were doing,” explained tactician Cardwell Potts. Also mounting a promising start was the Japan Sailing Federation, the best performing non-North American team in the previous two editions. A fourth place on day one suggested the team was ready to mount a more sustained challenge for the title in 2013. “Te level of competition is higher than last time,” admitted helmsman Eiichiro Hamazaki, another sailor to enjoy the event’s alluring combination of competition and social activities. “Racing is very competitive, friendly and enjoyable. There is a high society atmosphere with the social events.” Three successive 10th place finishes during the middle of the competition ultimately extinguished the Japanese crew’s chances of challenging for the title.
Close downwind crossing between Royal Tames YC (GBR) and YC Argentino (ARG).
Royal Canadian YC (CAN) earning one of their two wins on Day 3.
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Royal Yacht Squadron (GBR) onboard THE CAT CAME BACK.
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Te crew of the Royal Canadian Yacht Club celebrating their title.
By the third day of the week the RCYC was easing into the competition. A further bullet, followed by a third and a seventh on the penultimate day of racing, enabled the RCYC to move ahead of Larchmont Yacht Club for the frst time in the week. It set up a beautifully poised fnal day. Te Americans were faced with the challenge of overcoming a tough, but manageable six-point gap. On the fnal day, Larchmont Yacht Club’s main adversary proved to be the weather and not the Canadian crew. In contrast to the 20 knots of breeze that heralded the first day of competition, the final day proved frustrating for both an expectant fleet and race committee. After a patient wait for breeze, racing eventually got underway in about seven knots of wind on Rhode Island Sound but a rapidly dying breeze eventually forced the abandonment of racing as there was be no possibility that the race could be completed within the time limit allowed. Te abandonment of racing meant the results from the previous day would stand. “We had a 200 metre lead,” said Nick Burns, skipper for Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club. “If we had actually finished it would have been marvelous, but this is sailing. It was the right thing to do [abandoning the race]; we had the last of the breeze and we never would have got to the top mark. It was sheer luck. Te wind lasted for us a tiny bit longer than for anybody else.”
“Te competition at this regatta is getting better and better every year,” refected McLaughlin. “Anyone who is here for the frst time has learned a lot and wants to come back.” Larchmont Yacht Club sealed an impressive second place while the fnal podium place belonged to the Royal Tames Yacht Club from the United Kingdom, who celebrated its status as the top nonNorth American fnisher. The week’s sailing and social events again proved popular with thoughts already turning to the next edition in September 2015. “We’ve had a fantastic time here, the hospitality offered by the locals and the NYYC has been absolutely tremendous. We’re keen to improve and do better in two years time,” explained Philippe Rogge, tactician for the Royal Belgian Sailing Club. For its excellence on the water, the Royal Canadian Yacht Club was rewarded with the New York Yacht Club Invitational Cup Trophy and a Rolex timepiece at the fnal prizegiving held at the New York Yacht Club. “Te competition at this regatta is getting better and better every year. Anyone who is here for the frst time has learned a lot and wants to come back,” said McLaughlin at the awards ceremony emphasizing his belief that the competition will be that much tougher in 2015. “On and of the water, no one does it like the New York Yacht Club,” he added. sl slmag.net
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Of Note... Gather 'Round the Table
Designed by Antoni PallejĂ Ofce for RS Barcelona of Spain, the Bola Service Table ($4,000) is a regulation size table tennis table that converts into a large dining table, desk, or conference table simply by removing the net and storing it in the side drawer. Available in black and white, the table is available through Design Within Reach (dwr.com).
The R1 dining table in yellow ($599) is part of Fab's new collection of furniture. A cheery semigloss fnish ads panache to an otherwise understated frame (fab.com).
Collier Dining Table from the Suzanne Kasler collection for Hickory Chair. Shown in Birch paint with Antique Rub Light Gold striping (To the trade; hickorychair.com).
Ross dining table from Jonathan Charles Furniture features a canted corner top with ribbon stripe mahogany and rosewood banding, and eight square tapered legs with or without casters (To the trade, jonathancharlesfurniture.com).
From Teodore Alexander, a demilune tea table with bow front cerejeira veneered C top, paneled frieze, turned and reeded tapering legs with reeded brass inset capitals and brass cap and ball feet (To the trade; theodorealexander.com).
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From luxury custom furniture brand Hellman-Chang, the Z Quad(zilla) dining table is comprised of a fusion of four bases (Price upon request; hellman-chang.com).
From Phyllis Morris, the Riviera Dining Table features a hand-carved pedestal base, mirror inset top and decorative rope trim (To the trade; phyllismorris.com).
Able to comfortably accommodate six, the Nixon Dining Table from Jonathan Adler is available with a base of polished nickel or brushed brass and a top of pickled oak, burnt oak, marble, white ash or glossy lacquer ($2500 as shown; jonathanadler.com).
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MARVEL AT MODERN A primer on the 12th edition of Art Basel Miami Written by Bridget Williams From December 5th through the 8th, the Miami Beach Convention Center will be home to Art Basel’s 12th edition, drawing 258 galleries from 31 countries around the globe that will be showing artwork ranging from modern masters to the latest contemporary works. A select group of younger American galleries are taking part in the show for the frst time, including Elizabeth Dee (NYC) and Corbett vs. Dempsey (Chicago) in the show’s Galleries sector, 47 Canal (NYC) in the Nova sector, and Bureau and Real Fine Arts (Brooklyn) in the Positions sector. Refecting the international show’s growing link to Asia, new galleries from the region include Tang Contemporary Art (Bangkok) and One and J. Gallery (Seoul), both in Positions. The focus of the show remains its Galleries sector, which includes 195 of the world’s most established galleries. Notable frst-time participant Pace/MacGill Gallery (NYC) is one of the leading international photography galleries. After a brief hiatus, Art Basel in Miami Beach is also welcoming back Foksal Gallery Foundation (Warsaw, Poland), Galerie Jocelyn Wolff (Paris), P.P.O.W (NYC) and Timothy Taylor Gallery (London). Several galleries who previously exhibited as part of Nova or Positions have progressed to the main sector of the show, including Gavlak Gallery (Palm Beach), Ingleby Gallery (Edinburgh, UK), Kavi Gupta Gallery (Chicago), Galerie Mezzanin (Vienna), Proyectos Monclova (Mexico City), Ratio 3 (San Francisco), Reena Spaulings Fine Art (NYC), Galeria Nara Roesler (São Paulo) and Wentrup (Berlin). Younger galleries, 34 in total, will be offered a platform to present work made in the last three years by one, two or three artists as part of the Nova sector. Te Positions sector will focus on curated booths presenting a single artist, representing 16 artists in total. Taking a cue from the long running success of a dedicated sector for prints and limited-edition works at Art Basel’s show in Basel, an Edition sector is debuting in Miami with 13 exhibitors,
including first-time Miami participants Alan Cristea Gallery (London), Crown Point Press (San Francisco), gdm (Paris), Pace Prints (NYC), Paul Stolper Gallery (London) and Singapore Tyler Print Institute (Singapore). Nicholas Baume, director and chief curator of Public Art Fund, has been tapped to serve as curator of Art Basel’s Public sector, which will transform Collins Park into an outdoor exhibition space with large-scale sculpture, video, installations and live performances. “Te growing importance of Art Basel’s Public program refects both the strong desire of artists to work in ways that initiate a direct encounter with the public and the investment that many galleries now make to help artists realize their most ambitious ideas. The result is an opportunity for everyone in Miami to engage with great contemporary art in a highly accessible public setting,” said Baume. Seizing on the infux of collectors and curious visitors, south Florida’s top museums and private collections time their strongest exhibitions to beef up their visitor’s rolls. Miami’s leading private collections – among them the Cisneros Fontanals Art Foundation (CIFO), the de la Cruz Collection Contemporary Art Space, Te Margulies Collection at the Warehouse, the Rubell Family Collection and World Class Boxing – will be opening their exhibition spaces to guests of the international art show. The Pérez Art Museum Miami will open its new Herzog & de Meuron designed building in December with exhibitions including 'Ai Weiwei: According to What?' and commissioned projects by Yael Bartana, Bouchra Khalili, Hew Locke and Monika Sosnowska. On display at the Bass Museum of Art will be 'Piotr Uklański: esl', while the Museum of Contemporary Art, North Miami will present 'Tracey Emin: Angel without You.' 'Phyllida Barlow: HOARD' will be on view at the Norton Museum of Art, and the Wolfsonian-FIU will show 'Te Birth of Rome' and 'Rendering War: Te Murals of A. G. Santagata.' For more information visit artbasel.com/en/Miami-Beach. sl
1) From the Galleries sector - Stephen Friedman Gallery: Kehinde Wiley, Jean de Carondelet III, 2013 - Courtesy Art Basel, the artist and the gallery. 2) From the Edition sector Polígrafa Obra Gràfca: Nelson Leirner, Cada cosa en su sitio 5, 2013 - Courtesy Art Basel, the artist and the gallery. 3) From the Nova sector - Galerie Micky Schubert: Sue Tompkins, Sue Me (Big City Shriek), 2013 - Courtesy Art Basel, the artist and the gallery. 4) From the Galleries sector - Pace/MacGill Gallery: Irving Penn, Mascara Wars, New York, 2001 Courtesy Art Basel and Condé Nast Publications. 5) From the Positions sector - Kalfayan Galleries: Stefanos Tsivopoulos, History Zero, 2013 - Courtesy Art Basel, the artist and the gallery. 6) From the Galleries sector - Salon 94: Marilyn Minter, Pearly Whites, 2013 - Courtesy Art Basel, the artist and the gallery. 7) From the Galleries sector - Tomio Koyama Gallery: Hideaki Kawashima, green, 2010 - ©Hideaki Kawashima, Courtesy Art Basel and Tomio Koyama Gallery.
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Te Gracious Guest... Host & Hostess Gifs Mediterraneo fruit bowl ($108) in steel colored with epoxy resin from Alessi (alessi.com).
For the pet person: small pet treat canister ($88) from Juliska (juliska.com).
Hand-poured Lavender candle($52) infused with 100% essential oils from the Signature Collection by Californiabased EJH brand (ejhbrand.com).
From MATCH: Luisa pewter rimmed rectangular ceramic platter ($315) and antique fat pewter server ($110; match1995.com)
Agraria’s Aromatherapy Lime & Orange Bath Salts ($45) are packaged with beautiful gold foil paper and flled with two pounds of salts from the Dead Sea, fragranced with Agraria essential oils (AgrariaHome.com).
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To commemorate the 100th anniversary of the birth of American winemaking legend Robert Mondavi, Robert Mondavi Winery and Riedel, partnered to create 100 limited-edition crystal Tyrol decanters ($450) in his memory. Each magnum decanter features original etched, hand-painted artwork by Margrit Mondavi, Mr. Mondavi’s widow and RMW’s Vice President of Cultural Afairs. To purchase: Call Kristen at Robert Mondavi Winery: (888) 766-6328 x3
Champagne Pommery’s Cuvée Louise Brut 1999 ($139.95) is named in tribute to Madame Pommery’s daughter Louise and made exclusively from the three fnest grand crus in the Pommery Vineyard (sherry-lehmann.com).
I-Cofee Set ($32) from the I*Wares collection by Seletti is on permanent exhibition at the Museum of Art and Design in NYC. Available in four colors, it is microwave and dishwasher safe (libastyle.com).
Polished brass Horseshoe bottle opener ($190), designed and manufactured by Werkstätte Carl Auböck and available exclusively from Stillfried Wien (stillfried.com). Photo courtesy of Stillfried.
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Over Achievers Top lots fom recent auctions that far exceeded expectations
Te top lot at Freeman's September Saford Collection auction in Philadelphia was a handpainted Russian urn produced by Nicholas I’s Imperial Porcelain Factory in St. Petersburg. Estimated at $150,000-200,000, the rarity of urns this size (32 1/2"H, 24" D) undoubtedly factored into the winning bid of $494,000.
At Freeman’s Photographs & Photobooks auction on September 10, an editioned portfolio of “Te Last Sitting” by photographer Bert Stern set an auction record by selling for $41,250—more than four times the estimate. Te portfolio of ten photographs received quite a bit of media attention over the summer due Stern’s death in June 2013 and because of the photographs’ subject matter. “What’s interesting about the photos is that they were taken before any of the Vogue makeup artists or editors arrived on the set. It was just Bert and Marilyn. While it’s fairly common to see one of these photos sell at auction, a complete portfolio of ten portraits is more rare,” said Photographs & Photobooks Department Head Aimee Pfieger. Photo courtesy of Freeman's.
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A pair of chased brass overlaid teak side chairs designed by Lockwood de Forest realized $242,500 in Bonhams Fine American & European Furniture, Decorative Arts & Silver auction on September 25, more than four times their pre-auction estimate. Once situated in the hallway of de Forest's New York home, these chairs refected his passion for the Indian Craft Tradition. Te splendid chairs, which were later owned by William Randolph Hearst, are now headed to the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, who prevailed in the ferce telephone bidding war with noted authority on late 19th century furniture, Margot Johnson. Photo courtesy of Bonhams.
Te Joseph DuMouchelle Fine Jewelry Auction held in the spring astounded bidders with a fnal bid totaling $348,000 for an antique Tifany & Co. lady’s pendant with a pre-auction estimate of $125,000 - $175,000. Te platinum and gold heart-shaped pendant, circa1895, featured a central 15.06 ct old mine cut diamond, graded by the GIA as a natural fancy yellow color, clarity VS1. Bidding for the diamond opened at $150,000 and quickly escalated.
A $4 Stella gold coin fetched $2,574,000 (more than doubling the presale estimate) during Bonhams Tacasyl Collection of Magnifcent United States Proof Gold Coins sold on September 23 in their Los Angeles salesroom. Te 1880 Coiled Hair Stella joins the ranks as one of the 10 most expensive US coins ever sold at auction.
Smashing its pre-sale estimate of $150$300, this American early 20th century carved wooden eagle push toy with moving wings on a wrought iron frame and original paint sold for $9,400 at Garth's September Country Americana: Painted Furniture, Folk Art & Accessories auction.
At Tomaston Place Auction Galleries’ August sale, there was applause from the auction audience when a 15th Century Italian Carrera marble bas relief plaque of the Madonna and Child, attributed to Tino di Camaino, surpassed its $10,000 to $15,000 presale estimate and brought $109,250.
One of the most charismatic of all the great pre-war Grand Prix racing cars - the ex-Tazio Nuvolari 1935 Alfa Romeo Tipo C 8C-35 '50013' - Scuderia Ferrari Nr '65' sold for £5,937,500 (US$ 9,443,997) including premium at Bonhams Goodwood Revival in September, creating a new world record for an Alfa Romeo sold at auction. Photo by Bonhams/Pawel Litwinski.
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From left to right - Gumuchian Jewelry Gallop bangle in 18KT yellow gold and pave diamond (price upon request gumuchian.com). Marco Bicego Jaipur fve strand cuf in 18K yellow gold with gemstones ($5,500; marcobicego.com). Laura Sigman Petunia Friendship bracelet ($330, laurensigmanjewelry.com). Doves Jewelry rose quartz bangle ($7,142; dovesjewelry.com). Aaron Basha Ladybug bracelet in 18k white gold with pave diamond fowers ($11,200; aaronbasha.com). John Hardy Naga Collection Dragon Station bracelet ($195) on adjustable green cotton cord (johnhardy.com). Carrera y Carrera Cervantes bracelet in yellow gold and diamonds (price upon request; carreraycarrera.com).
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Bergs and Bogeys World Ice Golf Championship Te “greens” are white and the ball is fuorescent orange for this most extreme of golf tournaments, held in March more than three miles north of the Arctic Circle on the west coast of Greenland in the little town of Uummannaq, where temperatures can fall below 50˚C. Mother Nature serves as the architect for the course, laid out on a thick ice sheet that covers the ford leading to the town from December through May. Each year the nine-hole, par 36 course is played twice daily over two days by 20 golfers from around the world with a handicap of up to 36 that drawn by the challenge and the breathtaking scenery. sl
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David & Martha Millett’s lakefront cottage refects their shared love of collecting Written by Bridget Williams Photography by Andrew Kung David Millett has been in the interior design business for nearly four decades, securing commissions in Kentucky, Ohio and Indiana from homeowners seeking his unique perspective on contemporary interior design, resplendent with fourishes of carefully executed layers and quiet touches of subdued glamour. With this in mind, visitors to the summer lakefront “cottage” he shares with his wife Martha would quite understandably be taken aback at the visual menagerie of fne art, antiques and objet d′art that refect the couple’s prolifc penchant for collecting. Te reason for this dichotomy is one that David is quick to explain: “I’m a purist when it comes to designing contemporary interiors,” adding that the way he designs for his personal residences refects his favored design aesthetic.
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An impressive alabaster, marble, granite and onyx freplace mantel David purchased more than three decades ago traces its roots to a 15th century English manor house. Near the window is one of two Eastlake chests in the room.
Located in a small enclave still relatively unknown to even lifelong Northern Kentucky residents, the Ryland Lakes Country Club traces its origins to 1846, when John Mendenhall purchased the original farm that was the basis for the community from Richard Southgate. In 1892 a group of distinguished Cincinnati gentlemen who regularly took a train to the area to partake in hunting and fshing formed the Crystal Lake Fishing Club. By 1907, the registry of members and homeowners stretched all the way to Lexington, and there were 31 cottages on the grounds (the frst was an old Fountain Square cable car); today there are 85. The community features four large lakes, with the largest being spring-fed Crystal Lake, a picture-perfect representation of an ideal summer idyll. The Millett’s first discovered the community two decades ago after accepting an invitation from the family of their son’s friend to attend a cookout; they were instantly struck by the strong sense of community and endeared by the sight of children and adults alike traversing the neighborhood via golf cart. At that time they owned a home on Lake Cumberland, and after a few discreet inquiries (available homes were not to be listed on the open market in those days), they learned of a lakefront cottage built in 1908 that had been in the same
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family for 80 years. “David was sold by its proximity to the water, and to my initial shock, I overhead him saying ‘I’ll take it’ as we were walking out the door following our initial walk through,” said Martha. Then, as now, it is proper protocol for one to obtain t h e i r n e i g h b o r’s p e r m i s s i o n w h e n c o m m e n c i n g a n y construction project. While the original modest cottages are gradually being replaced by structures with many more creature comforts, the footprint of newly constructed homes must be largely based on that of the original cottage. Recalling his family’s Scandinavian lineage, David looked to the distinctive architecture of waterfront homes in Bergen, Norway for inspiration. One approaches the home, which is nearly completely shielded from the street due to carefully planned landscaping and a pair of garages that flank a gurgling fountain, via an iron gate that leads to a lush courtyard. Painted a color reminiscent of a fjord on a cloudy day with trim work done in a contrasting red/brown hue, the home’s sculptural façade is given further prominence with a crest and a bronze Viking that keeps watch from his perch at the apex. Located directly on Crystal Lake, the terraced grounds are graced by playful bronze statuary.
Twelve-foot ceilings on the second foor impart a feeling of spaciousness to a pair of compact guest rooms, designed to refect the interests of the Millett’s sons when they were young boys.
Remaining true to the original footprint, David chose to expand both up and down to increase the available square footage. Entering through the ten-foot-tall antique front door, David designed the elevated entry to elicit “oohs and aahs” as one is immediately captivated by the view from a wall of windows at the rear of the home, as well as a series of spectacular antique stained glass panels (c. 1850) depicting the four seasons. Underfoot, random width domestic walnut foors give way to custom-milled wide-plank cherry. Despite the home’s relatively compact footprint, 12-foot ceilings on the frst and second foors lend an air of immense grandiosity. Spanning nearly wall-to-wall in the living room is an oversized Turkish rug that David purchased 45 years ago and relegated to storage for many years in anticipation of the perfect project. After the home was built, David fetched the carpet from storage, and it proved to be a perfect match, a stroke of luck that Martha remarks happens more often than not. Nearly every piece in the home has a story, from the marble and bronze statuary to yards of old ironwork, antique American cut glass pieces and an eclectic collection of artwork (some of which David painted himself). Among the many notable pieces are a pair of bronze fgures positioned near the access to the terraced deck that come from the 1892 Chicago Exposition.
Nearly all of the light fxtures on the main level are antiques. A particularly interesting example illuminating the kitchen boasts Welsh figures. Originally a lampshade, David had the figures rotated so that the fxture could be used as a pendant shade. Collected over many years, a varied assemblage of antique iron railings, similar in scale but difering in design elements, borders the expansive decking, which is sheltered by a canopy of mature trees. At one edge of the property a manmade waterfall terraces down the hillside to the lake’s edge. Te home’s three bedrooms, each with a private bath, are located on the second foor. Strategically placed cutouts in the balustrade support leading to both the second foor and lower level accommodate pieces of antique ironwork. A nostalgic reminder of day’s gone by, a pair of guest rooms remain uniquely decorated to suit the interests of their grown sons who were just rambunctious boys when the home was built. Beftting its natural setting, one is sport-themed, while the other pays homage to Native American culture, complete with an impressive collection of enchanting Kachina dolls. Te hallway leading to the master suite is lined with artworks that speak to the couple’s connections throughout their lives, stretching back to a landscape painting by David’s high school art teacher.
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Te two large bronze fgures on pedestals in the the corners under the Four Seasons stained glass windows came from the 1892 Chicago Exposition.
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A newly added cantilevered balcony of of the master suite at the rear of the home provides the best views of Crystal Lake.
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Te master suite is a departure from the bold strokes of color and pattern found in the other rooms.
An expanse of windows and a newly added cantilevered balcony overlooking Crystal Lake affords the master suite with arguably the best views in the home. While a departure from the bold strokes of color and pattern in other rooms, the overall color scheme of soft beige and cream that David describes as “Martha’s look” is ftting for a restful retreat that appears to foat in the treetops. Another homage to David’s Scandinavian roots, whimsical Swedish dolls hang from the lampshade on the nightstand. Recalling the era of gentlemen’s clubs that were popular when the neighborhood was founded, the lower level is a treasure trove of interesting art, objects and antiques. “Sailing” above the pool table is a Viking ship light – complete with bronze oars and leather sails – that came from a notable estate in Cincinnati. Another vessel,
this time an exquisite full-sized wooden Canadian-made canoe, is suspended from the ceiling near the sofa. A pair of Eastlake chests in the room fulflls difering roles: one of the marble-topped pieces was left in its natural state, while the other was made into a bar. An impressive alabaster, marble, granite and onyx freplace mantel David purchased more than three decades ago traces its roots to a 15th century English manor house. After acquiring it, David had it stored in pieces, and then painstakingly reassembled and affixed to a firebox with an upholstered exterior. Hanging nearby is a painting by David depicting a Cardinal exhibiting a pensive gaze; his subject’s tranquil expression is one that could easily be transferred to anyone fortunate enough to spend time within a home and garden that so deftly capitalizes on its enviable natural environs. sl slmag.net
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FRENCH CONNECTION Dining at a la lucie Written by Bridget Williams Photography by Andrew Kung
For more than a quarter-century, patrons of a la lucie have enjoyed food with character served by its characteristically quirky chef/owner Lucie Meyers in a dining room outftted to match (think leopard print, fringe, a disco ball and art that runs the gamut from fne to funky). Both the food and the vibrant, shabby-chic décor falls squarely in the anti-shrinking violet camp, and contribute to Meyers’ long run as a successful restaurateur in the increasingly fckle world of fne dining. As autumn’s colors and crisp air take hold, the equally vibrant yet intimate atmosphere of the restaurant and its menu of hearty comfort food favorites alongside French classics and other eclectic offerings culled from culinary traditions around the globe becomes even more appealing. Francophiles would be wise not to bypass the broiled escargot from the starters portion of the menu. Te snails are fown in from France and served in a bath of butter and herbs that is too good not to sop up with the accompanying toast points. Likewise the bouillabaisse, a traditional Provençal stew comprised of fresh fsh and shellfsh in a safron white wine broth is also noteworthy.
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Salad oferings span the global gamut from the traditional wedge, spinach and Caesar varieties to pickled beet, fried almond goat cheese and grilled pear selections. Traditional fare with more Southern comfort leanings from the entrÊes portion of the menu includes roasted pork tenderloin served with fried apples and mashed sweet potato; slow braised Duncan Farm rabbit; short ribs served over polenta; buttermilk fried quail; and flet of beef, with an option to add lobster tail, lump crab cake, grilled scallop or foie gras. Even satiated from the preceding courses, it is still a must to make some room for dessert, which changes frequently and is made even harder to resist when presented via dessert cart. I can’t think of a better way to celebrate the season than by partaking in a share of pumpkin brioche bread pudding while basking in the shimmer of a disco ball! sl Open for lunch Tuesday through Friday and dinner Monday through Saturday, a la lucie is located at 159 Limestone. For more information or reservations visit alalucie.com or call 859.252.5277.
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Day of the Dead Festival, 5-9pm, The Living Arts and Science Center; lasclex.org Dia de los Muertos Ballet, 7-8:15pm, The Lexington Opera House; bluegrassyouthballet.org World Tour for a Cure, 7pm, RJ Corman Airplane Hangar; main.diabetes.org Breeders’ Cup, Santa Anita Race Track, Arcadia, California; breederscup.com Alltech Horse Show, Kentucky Horse Park; alltechnationalhorseshow.com Dia de los Muertos Celebration, 11-1pm, Headley-Whitney Museum Dia de los Muertos Ballet, 3pm, The Lexington Opera House; bluegrassyouthballet.org Frankel Cocktails and Casino Night to beneft the Lexington Hearing and Speech Center, 7:30-11:30pm, 350 Henry Clay Blvd.; lhscevents.com Historic East End Walking Tour, 1-3pm, Lyric Theatre and Cultural Arts Center, 859.280.2211 The Biggest Loser Run/Walk Lexington, 8:30am, The Lexington Horse Park; biggestloserwalk.com Walk for Down Syndrome, 9:30am-12noon, Heritage Hall; dsack.org The Woodford County Woman’s Club: 4th Annual Garden Tour, 10am-4pm, 247 Lexington Street, Versailles; wooodfordcountywomansclub.org Lunafest Lexington, 6pm, The Kentucky Theatre; lunafestlexington,eventbrite.com 33rd Annual CCU Candlelight Tour in Downtown Frankfort, 5-9pm; downtownfrankfort.com Boots, Bourbon & Brew benefting the Lexington Cancer Foundation, 8pm-12:30am, Buster’s Billiards & Backroom; lexingtonfoundation.org Go Red for Women Luncheon, 9am, Lexington Center; ahalexington.ejoinme.org Chicago, Lexington Opera House; lexingtonoperahouse.com Fantasy, 7:30pm, Singletary Center of the Arts; lexphil.org Gallery Hop, downtown Lexington; lexarts.org Junior League Holly Day Market, Alltech Arena at the Kentucky Horse Park; hollydaymarket.com 25th Annual Evening with the STARS, 7pm, Embassy Suites; sjhlex.org/hospital-foundation The Sporting Art Auction, 4-10pm, Keeneland; thesportingartauction.com Woodford Hounds Hunt Club Blessing of the Hounds, 10am, Shaker Village; shakervillage.org The Best Christmas Pageant Ever!, Lexington Opera House; lexingtonoperahouse.com
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The Best Christmas Pageant Ever!, Lexington Opera House; lexingtonoperahouse.com
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Woodford Reserve presents Dining out for Life, participating restaurants; avolky.org
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Art Basel Miami Beach; miamibeach.artbasel.com
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Lexington Ballet presents The Nutcracker, EKU Center of the Arts; lexingtonballet.org
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Art Deco Glamour, 11am-1pm, Headley-Whitney Museum, 859.255.6653
Messiah, 7:30pm, The Cathedral at Christ the King; lexphil.org
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7th Annual Jingle Bell Bash, lwastson@bluegrassconservancy.org
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The Nutcracker presented by the Kentucky Ballet Theatre, The Lexington Opera House; lexingtonoperahouse.com
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Candy Cane: Spirit of the Holidays, 3pm, Singletary Center of the Arts; lexphil.org
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COLLECTING KENTUCKY BOOK SIGNING
Te Headley-Whitney Museum hosted an afternoon reception and book signing for Collecting Kentucky 1790 to 1860, written by Elizabeth Howard and Genevieve Lacer and published by Jean Frazier.
Bob & Norma Noe
Jo Ross, Clifon Nicholson Jr
Betty Baird Kregor, Lisa Zaring
Evelin Howard, Patrick Howard
Rob Vance, Libby Howard
Mark Stewart, Brad Jefery
Kate & Mark Boyer
Bob Hillenmeyer, Jo Davis, Kit Anderson
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Shirley Dexter, Trevor Jones
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GALA IN THE GARDEN
Te Friends of the Arboretum hosted the 9th annual Gala in the Garden within the 100-acres of Te Arboretum, the State Botanical Garden of Kentucky. Funds raised will help expand collections and to provide educational and cultural activities for the more than 200,000 visitors of Te Arboretum each year.
Linda Svec, Nancy McNally
Louise Booth, Cathy Catlett, Susan Beam, Kathy Gross
Becky Faulconer, Kathy Walsh-Piper
John & Jackie VanWilligen
Gene Cravens, Cyndi Allen
Alan & Grace Perreiah
Carolyn Schneidt, Sharon Metz
Laura Ferrell, Kris Brower
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Pat and Don Waggener
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PETER WILLIAMS RETROSPECTIVE
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ArtsPlace hosted an private opening reception for Paintings Dear To Me: A Peter Williams Retrospective. Te works exhibited in the show were from Peter Williams’ private collection and will be offered for sale with a portion of the proceeds beneftting LexArts, a nonproft organization working to enhance the quality of life in central Kentucky by developing a strong and vibrant arts community
Sheryl Jackson, Fran Taylor
Petter Williams, Jeri Oberg
Austin & Jessica Casebolt
Steve Grossman, Celeste Lewis
Sue Strivers, Kimberly Strivers
Lee Anne Fahey, Peter Williams, First Lady Jane Beshear
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PINK TIE MASQUERADE BALL
A beneft for Susan G. Komen Lexington, the annual Pink Tie Ball was held at the Hilton Downtown Lexington and took on a fun masquerade theme for 2013. Breast cancer survivors in attendance were given commemorative bracelets provided by the Tuska Foundation.
Shannon Taylor, Priscilla Johnson
Donna & Chuck Moratz
David & Kimberly Stigers
Bo & Ruth Madlanyk
Brad & Jamie Biliter
Cathy & Michael Mills
Orlando Consalvi, CJ Joseph
Danny Woolms, Donna Lewis
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THE KENTUCKY BASH
Hosted by Don and Mira Ball at Donamire Farm, 2013 marked the 40th anniversary of Te Kentucky Bash. Serving as the unofcial kickof to the football season, proceeds from this year’s event will help Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital purchase a Pediatric Lokomat. It was a sea of blue under the tent, with UK fans mingling with Coach Mark Stoops and his wife Chantel and former football greats, including Jared Lorenzen, who participated in the popular Jim Beam Quarterback Challenge.
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Tom & Nancy Jones
Kelly Brumbrigh, Miekel Elliot, Alaea Ansley, Brooke Brown, LeeAnne Schlarman
Cindy & Kevin Kelly
James & Vanessa Allison
Libby Collins, Doug Long
Jennifer & Tom Huhn
Rob & Elizabeth Edwards
Michelle & Rob Wilson
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Claria & Denny Boon
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VISITING ARTIST SERIES
Wells Fargo Advisors hosted a cocktail reception at their Bluegrass Complex to kickof the latest exhibition in their ongoing Visiting Artist Series, highlighting guest artist Dan McGrath, founder of the Plein Aire Painters of the Bluegrass whose work is heavily infuenced by 20th century British and American landscape painters.
Patsy Field
Pippi Guerrant, Dan McGrath, Syndy Deese
Jenny Owens, Mary Richards, Cathy Zigmund
Gladice Owens, Blyce Dale
Jane Bogardes, Karen Carey
Dan & Beth Hegeman
Lynn & Arnie Clark
Sylvia Davis, Rex Pankratz
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EQUINE NEWS & BREWS
Sponsored by Alltech and held at the company’s Lexington Brewing and Distilling Co., the event provided a forum for members of Kentucky’s equine community to hear from experts about the latest news in equine health. Dr. Laurie Lawrence, Ph.D, of the University of Kentucky’s College of Agriculture, Food and Environment was the featured speaker.
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Pam Knowles, Christie Schumacher, Ann Corso
Donna Lassanske, Karen Ryan
Tara Spicer, Erin Nimmo
Katie Misbet, Elizabeth Bagby
Katie Morris, Kim Phillips
Elizabeth Adams, Jenny Evans
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FUTURE OF FASHION
Now in its 5th year, the Future of Fashion event, presented by the Lexington Fashion Collaborative, fourished at its new host site, the Lyric Teater. Held over three days, the event showcased established and upcoming fashion and accessory designers with runway shows, an emerging designer competition and a vendor village.
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PHILHARMONIC MEMBERSHIP TEA
Marla and Dudley Webb hosted a late afternoon tea at their home for members of the Guild of the Lexington Philharmonic. Comprised of more than 100 members and growing, The Guild provides support to the orchestra through volunteer activities, community education and fundraising.
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Scott Terrell, Kelly Whelan, Ellen Bish, Jim Clark
Kathy Winger, Terica Issacs, Rusty Hale
Betty Hoskins, Kathy Polmin
Karen Nielsen, Marla Webb, Betty Hoskins
Robin Fishback, Julie Hamilton
Jessica Sacks, Karen Nielsen, Betty Hoskins, Bettie Spain
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C’EST MAGNIFIQUE
Ralph Lauren hosted an exclusive viewing of his fall 2013 Collection followed by a private black-tie dinner in celebration of his patron sponsorship and commitment to a two-year, several-million-dollar restoration of the École Nationale Supérieure des Beaux-Arts, a 365-year-old Parisian fne-arts academy.
Ralph Lauren
Agata Woloszczuk & Alessandro Valenti
Lauren Bush Lauren & David Lauren, Ricky Lauren, Lambert Wilson, Dylan & Andrew Lauren, Alice Taglioni
Catherine Deneuve
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Fanny Francois, Bruno Danto
Princess Charlene of Monaco
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