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January/February 2020 /// The Kitchen Issue

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FEATURES 24

A Perfect Partnership These busy owners assembled a “dream team” to build their impressive 12,000-square-foot residence in Chesterfield

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Cozy Country Bliss Surrounded by horseback riding trails and rolling green hills, this Huntleigh estate captures the spirit of serene country living.

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Kitchens of the Year These eight killer kitchens are packed with originality and design details.

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DEPARTMENTS 6 PUBLISHER’S LETTER 10 FAB FINDS/TRENDS 18 INSIDER 20 ARTISAN 22 DELISH DISH 58 BRIGHT IDEA 60 SMALL SCALE 66 BEFORE & AFTER 70 SMALL SCALE 74 DIRT 76 SHAWS VISION 78 SPOTLIGHT 82 CONNECT 88 CLASSIC OR CRAZE

10 On the Cover PAGE 42 The green was based off a European paint produced in Holland. The island seats four with chairs in coordinating fabrics.

Photography by Keith and Judie Gegg

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LOVE Alspaugh Kitchen and Bath designed this beautiful kitchen nook in one of the winning 2020 Kitchens of the Year. River, my poodle companion, found this nook to be the perfect squirrel watching perch!

Photography by Colin Miller/Strauss Peyton

My Kitchen Wish List 1. Island pendant lights 2. Updated range 3. Organized pantry 4. Statement Backsplash 5. Painted island cabinets

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I can honestly say I love my kitchen, and just like a good wine, it gets better year after year. When we first moved into our current home 26 years ago, I had to wonder what architect in his right mind would design a home built for a growing family with a kitchen that was enclosed on three sides and was only big enough for one person to prepare meals. The way the kitchen was laid out, it was impossible for another person to load the dishwasher let alone get something out of the refrigerator! Oh...but wait, there was a pass-through over the built-in range to the casual eating area allowing the person preparing the meal to join the conversation with family or friends in the adjoining space, which just so happened to be three times the size of the cooking area! Being a young family and short on cash, the only logical improvement we could tackle was removing the upper cabinets, built-in range and double wall ovens on the pass-through wall. We opened up the space to the eating area and expanded the kitchen by creating a counter peninsula while keeping the existing cabinetry.

Fast forward to 2005, and we were in the midst of a total kitchen remodel making sustainable products a priority. We’ve followed it up with a few decorating tweaks now and then.

Now 15 years later, I still love my kitchen! Back in 2007, I went with hardware-free or handless kitchen cabinets as they are called now not for the streamlined look that is so popular today, but rather the simplicity and practicality of it. For years I spent time cleaning all those gummy smudges around the cabinets' hardware. You know those same little smudges around light switches? Well, I was done with that. Simplifying my life had become a priority. While not anywhere near the level of simplifying my life as I would like to be, I have simplified enough that I've learned that this girl had too much "stuff". While there are several definitions of minimalism, some people compare simplifying your home to minimalism, that by making the choice to own less it gives you both the opportunity to enjoy more life in your home and the freedom to focus on what's more important to you.

With that being said, the homeowners of our Kitchens of the Year definitely conveyed their priorities to the winning design teams on pages 40-54, and they couldn't be happier with the results. Double islands, dirty kitchens, pops of color and ceiling treatments take center stage in 2020.

Enjoy and Happy New Year!, Suzie

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Calacatta gold, by Silestone.

Crazy about Quartz There are many materials to choose from when selecting your kitchen countertops, but quartz is at the top of our list! Not only beautiful, quartz is durable. The non-porous material is stain resistant and doesn’t allow bacteria to grow. With a wide array of color options, a cut of quartz is sure to catch your eye.

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Luna plena, by Vicostone.

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Concrete Carrara, by Corian Quartz.

7 Eternal noir, by Silestone.

Bentley, by Cambria, available at BaumHouse, Callier & Thompson, Duenke Cabinet Company, Henry Kitchen & Bath, K&D Countertop, Midwest Kitchen & Bath, RSI Kitchen & Bath and StoneTrends.

Atlantis steel, by MetroQuartz.

8 Dolce, by Viatera.

Venetia cream, by Corian Quartz, available at DiPrimo Fabricators, DKI Manufacturing, Duenke Cabinet Company, Gateway Kitchen & Bath, Modern Kitchens & Baths, Hallmark Stone and RSI Kitchen & Bath.

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1& 2. Unique Stone Concepts. 3 & 4. Specialty Service Supply. 5. DiPrimo Fabricators, DKI Manufacturing, Duenke Cabinet Company, Gateway Kitchen & Bath, Modern Kitchens & Baths, Hallmark Stone and RSI Kitchen & Bath. 6. Architectural Granite & Marble. 7. Alspaugh, Anne Marie Design Studio, Archway Cabinetry and Design, BaumHouse, Beck Allen, brooksBerry Kitchens and Baths, Callier & Thompson, Cosentino, Detailed Designs, Duenke Cabinet Company, Henry Kitchen & Bath, Karr Bick Kitchen + Bath, Kohler Signature Store, Marc Christian Fine Cabinetry, Modern Kitchens & Baths, Mosby Building Arts, ProSource, RSI Kitchen & Bath and Westport Tile & Granite. 8. Absolute, Arch City Granite, Hallmark Stone and Unique Stone Concepts.

Opposite page: Calacatta gold, by Silestone, available at Alspaugh, Anne Marie Design Studio, Archway Cabinetry and Design, BaumHouse, Beck Allen, brooksBerry Kitchens and Baths, Callier & Thompson, Cosentino, Detailed Designs, Duenke Cabinet Company, Henry Kitchen & Bath, Karr Bick Kitchen + Bath, Kohler Signature Store, Marc Christian Fine Cabinetry, Modern Kitchens & Baths, Mosby Building Arts, ProSource, RSI Kitchen & Bath and Westport Tile & Granite.

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Le Chateau 165 range top, By La Cornue, available at Authorized Appliance, Brooksberry Kitchen & Bath and Callier & Thompson.

GOLDEN TOUCH Give your kitchen a glint of gold with shiny accents of the flashy finish. In a space filled with wood, tile and stone a golden accent can bring life to the kitchen.

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by Euro Cuisine. 3. Traditional two-handle kitchen faucet pot filler in brushed gold, by Moen, available at Crescent Plumbing Supply, Ferguson, Henry Kitchen & Bath, Immerse, Plumbing Haus and Premier Plumbing Studio. 4. Satin brass hardware, by Creations Collection by Alno, available at Gegg Design & Cabinetry and Locks & Pulls. 5. 2x2 slice toaster in rose gold, by Smeg.

6. Artisan® design series 5 quart tilt-head stand mixer with glass bowl in champagne, by KitchenAid. 7. Café refrigerator in matte black with brushed copper, by GE, available at AUTCOhome, Authorized Appliance and RSI Kitchen & Bath. 8. Weymouth one-handle high arc pulldown kitchen faucet in brushed gold, by Moen, available at Crescent Plumbing Supply, Ferguson, Henry Kitchen & Bath, Immerse, Plumbing Haus and Premier Plumbing Studio. 9. Café double oven in matte white with brushed copper, by GE, available at AUTCOhome, Authorized Appliance and RSI Kitchen & Bath. 10. Johnson 30.25” bar stool in gold, by Gabby Home, available at Forshaw.

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8� Fan water lily, by Seneca Tile, available at Sunderlands.

Photography by Cati Teague.

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Bring a pop of color, a daring design or a classic finish to your kitchen remodel with these inspiring backsplashes!

By Moe Godat

Convergence glass mosaics, by Crossville, available at Midwest Tile & Granite.

PATTERNS Vista mosaic in a brushed nickel blend and basketweave pattern, by Questech, available at Virginia Tile.

Formelle backsplash, by Montpelier mosaic in tunisian Ceramica Foranese, available gray, by Jeffrey Court, at Sunderlands. available at Sunderlands.

Tessera pave in veil, by Oceanside, available at Virgina Tile.

Winchester classic raspberry, Solid speckled backsplash,

by Original Style, available at by Florim, available at Tiles of Distinction.

Sunderlands.

Mod herringbone mosaic in nero marquina, by Jeffrey Court, available at Sunderlands.

Perpendicular mosaic in cobalt and triangular pattern, by Jeffrey Court, available at Sunderlands.

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YOUR SPACE Feeling lost when choosing your kitchen fixtures? We’re here to shed some light on the subject! Here are some of the hottest St. Louis kitchen lighting designs.

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1. Weston kitchen pendant, by Crystorama, available at Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery.

2. Lola glass pendant, available at Anthropologie. 3. 5-light chandelier in Windsor gold, Charlotte collection by Philip Austin, available at Metro Lighting. 4. Selenite pendant in Satin Nickel, available at Restoration Hardware. 5. Brass Round 5-Light Pendant with Clear Teardrop Shades, available at Crate & Barrel. 6. Lazio pendant, by Jamie Young, available at Design & Detail. 7. Ribbon pendant, by Jamie Young, available at Design & Detail. 8. Bungalow pendant, available at Anthropologie.

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SLHL: Tell us a bit about your background in cabinetry business.

Keith: I started as a young man as a second-generation kitchen cabinet manufacturer. My first assignment was in sales working with prominent kitchen and bath dealers, builders and designers. My experience with a broad range of experts in the field helped hone my design knowledge. Throughout my career at Markus, I have attended many national and international trade shows in the United States and Europe, some for knowledge and some for machinery purchases.

SLHL: How is kitchen cabinetry different from the other cabinetry that you design?

Keith: Kitchens involve the use of appliances, which must be fitted in as well as a functional work triangle to facilitate efficiency.

SLHL: What is a must-have feature in kitchen cabinetry?

Keith: The top of the list goes to soft close for hinges and drawer guides.

SLHL: What are the most popular woods being used in cabinetry today? What’s your favorite to work with?

Keith: The most popular wood is maple due to the close grain that paints very well for solid colors. My favorite wood for a stain finish is walnut, especially stained in a light brown with a matte sheen topcoat.

The brown stain complements the native color of the walnut wood.

SLHL: How do you see cabinets trending in 2020 that may be different from years past?

Keith: Door styles will trend back to traditional with more solid colors and bolder choices.

SLHL: Give us an example of one of your favorite projects.

Keith: We were commissioned to do a custom wine cellar for an existing client. The grid for bottle storage was done with clear-finished cherry wood blocks and stainless steel rods. Each tall cabinet had vertical

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LED lighting to highlight the labels and colors of the wine. The center island was a clear glass top supported by a three-pronged stainless steel spider and had underlighting. Curved walls with lighted alcoves gave an interesting effect.

SLHL: Are you seeing any cabinet styles trending today that may differ from kitchens?

Keith: Master closets have become an important focus for storage needs in the home. The woman is the primary homemaker, and she is interested in a well-planned and efficient space. We are offering custom closets with the same attention to detail and matching style as the other rooms of the home.

SLHL: What are the biggest challenges in your field?

Keith: The challenging and most rewarding is transfering another person’s idea of a dream kitchen or bath and designing a space to meet the functional and aesthetic details of a modern room.

SLHL: What makes your company stand out from the crowd?

Keith: Markus Cabinet has many longtime employees that have a passion for their work. As a local manufacturer, we have reduced shipping costs and give shorter lead times.

SLHL: What excites you most about your new showroom in Maryland Heights?

Keith: The showroom is in a new location with other businesses with synergy to ours, such as tile shops, countertop stores and appliances dealers. The ambience of high ceilings and very good lighting give a pleasurable experience. See stlouishomesmag.com for resources.

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Ryan Jacob Wood was born an artist, but he does admit to not being keen on making soap in the beginning. “A friend of ours gave us an unused soapmaking kit her roommate left behind when he moved out. My husband started making some simple recipes and got interested in the science of soapmaking,” Wood says. “I was initially off put by the whole process and wouldn’t touch his soap for a year, but as he got better, I saw that there

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was more to it than oil and lye. Creating something that could be useful as well as beautiful, tangible but temporary, somehow drew me in.”

Once he’d learned the benefits of using homemade soap, Wood was hooked. He noticed that his creations provided him with relief from skin problems and that choosing natural oils gave each batch its own flair. “I love knowing everything I’m putting on my skin is

Ryan Jacob Wood uses only natural elements in his delicate, decorative soapmaking

healthy, natural and nourishing. I’ve seen that our soap has made a difference in how my skin feels, and I know other people can benefit from it as well.” Once he’d grown to love the art, he and husband, Bary, started Woodberry Co., their own homemade soap company.

Wood’s delicate soaps are decorated with more than just talent; he’s also a grapheme-color synasthete, which means that he perceives numbers, letters, names and occassionally

smells as colors. This plays into his soapmaking process, as the smell of the oils chosen for a batch dictate how the bar will be decorated. “I am inspired by trying to keep everything as natural as possible. I like using natural herbs, colors and scents that appeal to me.”

He begins the actual process of soapmaking by ensuring that his skin is completely covered to avoid the danger of chemical burns. Then, he moves on to measure out each step exactly so the soap will have the perfect blend of lye, distilled water, solid oils and liquid oils. Once all are combined, he thickens the product with a hand mixer and adds in all his colors and essential oils; then it’s time to pour the mixture into the mold and add some interest with swirls or sparkles. It takes from four to six weeks for the soap to set, but then, as Wood puts it, “They’re ready to hit the shower!”

“I do my best to live a healthy, active lifestyle, and at Woodberry Co., we believe healthy choices matter,” Wood says. “Our all-natural soap is handmade in small batches with sustainably sourced vegan ingredients, vegetable and mineral pigments and therapeutic-grade essential oils. The result is a healthy, moisture-rich bar we know you will love.”

Woodberry Co.’s products can be found at www.WoodberryCo.shop or on Instagram and Facebook.

See stlouishomesmag.com for more photos and resources.

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DELISH DISH

Scallops and Pork Belly

Beet Carpaccio

INCLUSIVE EXCELLENCE The Chocolate Pig is 100% that place. Putting an elegant spin on downhome fare, this restaurant’s broad menu will please every diner in your party, including your vegan sister-in-law, health-conscious nephew and steak-and-potatoes-loving spouse.

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A tasty addition to St. Louis’s technology corridor, the year-old Chocolate Pig was a natural progression for managing partner Kate Turner, who cut her culinary teeth in the catering industry with 23 City Blocks and the Caramel Room. For her sit-down kitchen, Turner and her team collaborated with interior designer Brett Clark of the Savvy Design Group, who used natural elements to soften the building’s modern aesthetic. The result is an inviting, open-concept space that works for a cozy date night, lively Sunday brunch and everything in between.

Similar to its seamlessly integrated wood and tile flooring, the Chocolate Pig’s provisions are contemporary without being standoffish. “Cortex brings inclusive tech jobs to an underutilized district,” explains Turner. “We wanted to do something similar with our inclusive menu.”

What’s an inclusive menu? It’s a comprehensive seasonal docket designed to please everyone. Yes. Everyone. “Our goal is to take down-home cooking— those things your grandmother makes really, really well—but do it in a very luxurious, super approachable way,” Turner says.

Fried chicken, for example, tossed over white cheddar and pimento-based mac and cheese. And there’s the roasted beet hummus, a shareable blended with honey goat cheese and sumac, served alongside homemade buttermilk

Creamy Parsnip Soup

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THE CHOCOLATE PIG Get absorbed in the Chocolate Pig's inclusive menu at a cooking school by chefs Nick Miller and Candice Poss.

crackers. The Chocolate Pig does fried green tomatoes, too, as well as standout pulled pork, shrimp and grits and buffalo-style cauliflower, but Turner’s go-to is the CP Power Bowl, an ever-changing heirloom grain dish topped with seasonal vegetables, chimichurri, the protein du jour and an egg, sunny side up.

While corporate executive chef Nick Miller oversees general operations across the restaurant, it was chef de cuisine Candice Poss who streamlined the joint’s unique approach to classic cooking. Turner, who names every Chocolate Pig cocktail after a person who has inspired her, finally gave herself a drink last fall— The Queen Bee—a Four Roses bourbon, Big O ginger liqueur and lemon/honey concoction owing its additional swagger to the angostura bitters. A dollar from every Queen Bee sold is donated to the Save the Honeybee Foundation. See stlouishomesmag.com for more information

When: Thursday, January 9, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Cost: $35 per person Where: AUTCOhome, 1694 Larkin Williams Rd., Fenton, MO 63026 Seating is limited

RSVP by calling 636-230-9640, ext. 27 or email bosterloh@stlouishomesmag.com Cooking School Menu Beet Carpaccio: Roasted walnuts drizzled with hemp seed oil accompany thinly sliced salt-roasted red and white beets, honeycomb and honey-whipped goat cheese. This bright dish gets even brighter with its edible flower garnish.

Creamy Parsnip Soup: A hint of vanilla bean and the crispy parsnips served on top give this creamy soup depth and texture.

Scallops and Pork Belly: Pan-roasted scallops and slow-roasted cured pork belly pair well with a mix of oysters and shiitake mushrooms, served over charred leak puree.

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Furnished with family heirlooms, the beamed formal dining room showcases a mahogany table, buffet and sideboard. The owner fabricated toile slipcovers for the 200-year-old Chippendale chairs and added a touch of nature with a vine-like chandelier and a canvas of peonies painted by a grandfather.

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IT MUST’VE BEEN KISMET The twists and turns of this custom home-building story almost defy credibility!

By Barb Wilson Photography by Anne Matheis

Architect: Jeff Day & Associates Builder: Lewis Homes

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ongtime Kirkwood residents Mike and Susan weren’t in the market for a new home. The couple was perfectly content with the spacious home they’d owned for 25 years, filling it with antiques, family heirlooms and cherished memorabilia. That is, they were “content” until…

Driving home one day, Susan took a slightly different route, and a “Coming Soon” sign caught her eye. The picturesque 1.5-acre property included an Adirondack-styled ranch home and a 100-year-old barn that had potential as the headquarters for her thriving business, Knollwood Lane, where she and her partners hand-craft vintage-inspired gifts and décor.

Susan wasted no time bringing her husband back to view the property, which they purchased in March, 2016. Then Mike began having second thoughts about their investment. More than a half-century old, the house had been expanded and updated, but was less than half the size of their current home. It would need considerable work, and the barn was another story entirely.

But Susan had a vision, so she made overtures to three well-known local architects in hopes of assuaging her husband’s concerns.

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Blending rough-sawn cedar with tumbled stone, board-&-batten shutters in a pale blue patina and a complex roofline, architect Jeff Day describes the residence as a “modern farmhouse with a French Country look.” Opposite page top: Grouped around a cast stone fireplace, the living room’s seating area features vintage French provincial accent chairs and a unique coffee table displaying a collection of napkin rings. Bottom left: Vintage florals surround a linen-upholstered headboard in the guest bedroom, which is lit by an antique French chandelier. Bottom right: One of six in the home, this full bath is done in delicate shades of pink, with an antique mirror and unlacquered brass fixtures.

Jeff Day & Associates Architecture was the first to respond, and Jeff Day himself arrived for a Saturday meeting with the couple.

Although typical of Day’s attentive client service, what makes this so remarkable is that his firm can have as many as 50 projects underway at any given time.

Plans for a gut rehab of the ranch soon began, and Day found Susan to be a kindred creative spirit, saying, “She operates like an interior designer and wants to collaborate.” The owners’ objective was an open-concept layout, more suitable for their empty-nester lifestyle and large family gatherings, but with distinct privacy areas for houseguests. As Day produced various floorplans, Susan would attempt to fit scale images of their treasured belongings into the spaces. Eventually, however, renovation of the existing structure proved impractical, and the decision was made to “scrape the lot” and start over.

Freed from the constraints of renovation, Day was able to incorporate all of the owners’ desired elements, including a rustic vaulted entry, lower-level walk-out, full finished basement with three guest suites, separate office space for Mike and a large side-entry

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garage. Responding to the architectural styling that had first captured Susan’s imagination, he designed a “modern farmhouse with a French Country look,” featuring rough-sawn cedar, tumbled stone, board-and-batten shutters, and a complex, three-dimensional roofline that adds visual interest to the elevation.

Construction began in May of 2017, with Kirkwood-based Lewis Homes as the builder and Day specifying the architectural components. Since his firm emphasizes sustainable design, these included fully recyclable steel siding, a 98-percent-efficient HVAC system, high-performance windows, LED and can lighting and flash and batt insulation, a hybrid technique that combines fiberglass and closed-cell spray foam to minimize air infiltration and optimize the R-value. He also designed each of the rooms to allow the filling of natural light at the appropriate time of day.

Various materials salvaged from the original property were also repurposed. For example, reclaimed timber beams were used for the new screened porch, and the former barn door was installed on the lower level. Susan participated in virtually every exterior/ interior selection and personally designed the blend of the front

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Opposite Page: Shiplap adds character to the kitchen walls, and an antique-style European cabinet with chicken wire glass doors serves as a convenient baking station.

This page top: Dominated by a marble-topped island, wood-aproned range hood and black wall cabinets, the kitchen is adjoined by a casual dining area with rustic farmhouse table and nailhead-trimmed swivel chairs. Bottom: A china cabinet in reclaimed pine, Park Hill mirror and an array of artwork and mementos emphasize the kitchen’s old-world country aesthetic.

masonry, choosing tumbled stone in cedar and gray hues with a rubble finish. “Her involvement made the process seamless and more fun,” Day remarks.

Inside, site-finished, wide-plank red oak flooring unifies the main-floor spaces. Counter surfaces are Danby marble throughout, and the 10-foot ceilings are painted a pale blue that seems to change hue subtly depending on the wall colors, which are predominately a soft gray/beige. Another of the owner’s clever décor treatments, the custom millwork and window frames are all a crisp white, but the sashes are black, drawing attention to the beautiful views and prompting her to note, “There needs to be some black in every room.”

As construction progressed, Day’s working relationship with his clients was taking some intriguing turns, as well. In Susan’s words, “What began as a quest to turn a Kirkwood property into our dream home developed into a fast friendship with all kinds of crazy connections.”

Over time, the trio had discovered numerous people and places they had in common, including the Dallas area where the owners’ eldest son was soon to be married. He and his fiancée were looking for a minister for the wedding, and Day happened to know one. Unfortunately, the minister had a last-minute schedule conflict, but Day stepped up to the plate again. An ordained minister, the architect was eligible to perform marriages, so he flew to Texas and officiated at the ceremony!

Back in Kirkwood, the new residence was ready for move-in

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Opposite page top: Off the family room, the conversation/sun nook is furnished with favorite pieces from the owners’ previous home, including a cowhide ottoman, plush chairs, a glass-fronted library chest and an English grandfather clock.

Bottom: The hub of Day’s openconcept plan, the family room has 15-foot accordion doors accessing the screened porch, well-cushioned seating arranged on an antique oriental rug and a bow-fronted mahogany chest from the George III period.

Bedroom: Serene and inviting, the master bedroom incorporates subtle texture with a shiplap wall, creamy tufted linen headboard and a similarly tufted bench.

owners’ previous home, each space had been meticulously designed to accommodate their existing furnishings. The vaulted formal dining room, for instance, easily holds their antique mahogany buffet and sideboard, the vast mahogany table inherited from grandparents, and 200-year-old Chippendale-style dining chairs that had belonged to Mike’s father. For a more casual “farmhouse” look, Susan chose silvery-gray grasscloth for the walls and fabricated slipcovers for the chairs in a country house toile print.

Off the foyer, the living room showcases a cast-stone fireplace (the firebox outlined in black), vintage French provincial accent chairs and a unique bi-level coffee table in glass, marble and brass from The White Rabbit that displays a collection of antique napkin rings and baby teething rattles. Like most of the home’s antique rugs, the woven wool oriental had also come from Susan’s dad.

The heart of the home, though, is unquestionably the expansive

family room/kitchen/breakfast room/casual dining area and adjacent conversation/sun nook. Fifteen-foot accordion doors access the screened porch from the family room, and a 10-foot marble-topped island defines the kitchen. Epitomizing the blend of modern farmhouse and French country styling, the kitchen has shiplap walls arrayed with artwork, a wood-aproned range hood, and black wall cabinets, customized with museum lights, black glass font cabinets lined with black and floral wallpaper, and displaying heirloom china pieces.

While this stunning 8,500-square-foot residence is clear proof of Jeff Day’s professional skill and ability to interpret his clients’ objectives, the best testimonial comes from Susan. Reflecting on the overall experience and their enduring friendship, she quipped, “Jeff designed such a perfect home for us that we may not need his architectural expertise again. However, we still have two children yet to be married!”

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Darryl Labruyere, owner and lead architectural designer at DL Design, worked with the homeowners to create their take on a French Country home.

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COZY COUNTRY BLISS Surrounded by horseback riding trails and rolling green hills, this Huntleigh estate captures the spirit of serene country living.

By Jeanne Delathouder Photography by Anne Matheis

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or a couple who wanted to embrace the country life, an idyllic property nestled amidst the scenic neighborhoods of Huntleigh presented the perfect opportunity. Their sprawling estate offers more than just a charming home; it includes a renovated barn, an almost 100-year-old cottage built in 1921 and a blissful bucolic lifestyle all tucked away in the heart of St. Louis County.

“Our house sits on five and a half acres, so it always feels like you are in the country,” says the homeowner. “We are surrounded by horse people, and there are many bridle trails that our neighbors keep trimmed back for the enjoyment of all of us. It’s not at all uncommon to look out a window and see people on horseback with three or four dogs or a neighbor driving a team of mules,” she laughs. “Ultimately, we wanted to have a home where we could enjoy the outdoor space as much as our interior spaces. My husband and I both love French Country style but we don’t adhere to any specific design rules—if we love it, we make it work in the design,” she notes.

When planning began with Darryl Labruyere, owner and lead architectural designer at DL Design. the couple knew they wanted a one-and-a-half story house with French Country architecture. From there, they determined the specific rooms that were necessary in their new dwelling. The first floor included a master suite with a sitting room, a study, a great room with a vaulted ceiling made of rustic timber beams and a spacious kitchen opening onto a large dining area.

“The clients had put a lot of thought into their property’s beautiful surroundings,” says Darryl. “We stood on the proposed location and talked about the views that were important to capture, both inside and outside the house. This project was a wonderful collaboration from the start, beginning with the many fun meetings at the vintage cottage also on the property,” he adds.

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The great room was designed to be the grand feature of the house.

Combined with the kitchen area, the team was able to incorporate a harvest-size dining table and a large seating arrangement facing a magnificent stone fireplace. Kitchen: The sweeping archway leading into the kitchen ensures the homeowners always have the space to entertain large groups of people in style.

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One of the most amazing views from the house features a sparkling pond to the west and breathtaking rolling hills in the distance toward the north. Since their home design includes a walkout, the owners felt it was important to have a spacious and multifunctional area outside at the rear of the main level.

This welcoming outdoor space includes a large concrete, stone-surfaced deck with an uncovered area that brings plenty of natural light into the great room inside. There is also a covered portion with a built-in grill and bar area that makes an inviting gathering spot for family and friends—rain or shine. The living area inside exudes a grand yet cozy ambience, offering a place of comfort whether the homeowners are alone or entertaining large groups.

“The homeowners entertain many friends and neighbors in the Huntleigh hillsides, so their great room was designed to be the grand feature opening to the kitchen through a large, sweeping archway,” says Darryl. “The combined space of the kitchen and great room afforded room for a harvest-size dining table and a large seating arrangement facing a magnificent stone fireplace,” he adds.

The lower level of the home includes an exercise room with a full bath and large family room with a fireplace. A raised bar and lounge area overlook a billiard and game area, a must-have for the homeowner. Outside, an immense covered patio outfitted with a fireplace and stone archways leads to a beautifully landscaped back yard.

“My husband and I wanted a house in which there were no unused spaces,” says the homeowner. “We have three grown children who all have their own homes, but we wanted our house to be the place where holidays are celebrated, and grandchildren will someday populate the upstairs bedrooms.

Opposite page: Cozily placed between the great room and the kitchen, the dining room table has a clear line of communication between the two spaces. This page: The home furnishings are an eclectic mix of things the couple both love— oriental rugs, Staffordshire dogs, dried hydrangeas, baskets, pine pieces and loving cups. Bottom: The lower level of the home includes an exercise room with a full bath and large family room with a fireplace. A raised bar and lounge area overlook a billiard and game area, a must-have for the homeowner.

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We love to entertain, and the lower level is perfect for parties or large gatherings,” she notes.

To ensure the French Country details and finishes they wanted throughout their home, the couple worked with builder Tom Roberts of Artisan Constructors to carry out the architect’s design and guide them through the project. The homeowners knew Tom was their guy after he prepared for them an exceptionally thorough execution plan.

“At first, neither one of us set out to build a house,” tells the homeowner. “We purchased the property because we loved it and then we thought—I guess we are building a house,” she laughs. “Tom made the process so much easier. What I really loved about working with him was that he went with us to every single appointment to pick out windows, tile, wood flooring and every appliance. We had to make more than several trips to the same vendor, and he came with us every time,” she notes.

“The home style is certainly French Country, but with a bigger emphasis on country,” says Tom. “Bonfires, horseback riding, utility task vehicle riding and polo are some of the unique attributes the property offers, and the clients wanted to create an inviting feeling among their surrounding neighbors. They were also extremely savvy in interior design and décor choices,” he notes.

To complement their impeccable style, the couple decided that an authentic timber-framed porch would be the perfect entry detail. Inspiring the overall design, the eye-catching timber embellishments carry through to the foyer, the great room and finally to the roof under the covered area of the stone-tiled deck at the back of the house. Aesthetically, the fine craftsmanship of the joinery and the wooden fasteners in lieu of nails were all worth the extra effort and costs.

“We love the soaring vaulted timber ceiling in the great room,” says the homeowner.

“We incorporated lots of stone finishes both inside and out, and the rustic timbers look amazing with all the stone accents,” she adds.

The home furnishings are an eclectic mix of things the couple both love— oriental rugs, Staffordshire dogs, dried hydrangeas, baskets, pine pieces and loving cups. The homeowner inherited special pieces from her parents and grandparents, and many of the furnishings were found on frequent trips to antiques shops all around the country.

“We are really drawn to natural elements like feathers, antlers and baskets,” says the homeowner. “I have always loved vignettes created by the late Charles Faudree, and I believe decorating is all in the details—a tassel on a doorknob, a feather or two in a silver loving cup, a Roebuck antler on a Black Forest plaque above a door over a picture. I also love using things found in antiques or consignment stores in new and unexpected ways. In our great room, I had our mason place an old iron fireback into the stone above our fireplace. We never even cleaned it up—I love the well-worn patina that resulted from many fires and it’s one of my favorite things in the house,” she adds.

“This home fits the owners perfectly from many perspectives—size, style, design, functionality—and will bring years of enjoyment for their friends and family,” says Tom. “It was an honor to be selected as their builder—many friendships resulted as well as a beautiful home,” he notes.

“Above all, I wanted our house to be casual, comfortable, warm and inviting” says the owner. “Darryl, Tom and their entire teams worked tirelessly to bring our vision to life. This home beautifully reflects our tastes and welcomes everyone including our dogs, our neighbors’ dogs and our miniature horses who sometimes come inside the lower level to say hello,” she laughs. “This is an amazing and wonderful place to live.” See stlouishomesmag.com for resources and additional photos.

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The bedroom’s more muted color scheme still complements the owner’s choice of natural, rustic decor with features and wood accents tying the design together with the rest of the home.

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KITCHENS These eight killer kitchens are packed with originality and design details.

Edited by Melissa Mauzy

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PLATINUM WINNER

Alspaugh Kitchen & Bath and Johnson Design MORE THAN 400 SQUARE FEET Photography by Alise O’Brien

Alspaugh Kitchen & Bath and Johnson Design collaborated to design a three-room kitchen suite for a serious cook with a penchant for food as entertainment and hosting large gatherings.

Contemporary finish materials and details combined with meticulous panel alignment and sizing result in a perfectly balanced and clean transitional design. The kitchen suite consists of a kitchen, butler’s pantry and dirty kitchen. The design is unified by the 9-foot high, warm gray-stained, rift white oak cabinetry with split-panel drawer fronts. Storage, efficiency and traffic flow were high priorities in the new space.

The kitchen is the core of the suite and is open to the great room. A two-tone stainless steel hood nestles among extra deep cabinets on the range wall. Shallow storage cabinets make up the backsplash and are faced with back-painted glass tile slide doors. The opposite wall houses wood-paneled built-in refrigeration and illuminated pot and pan displays/storage at eye level with lid storage below. Two islands facilitate traffic flow and isolate separate functions.

The working island has many features including a sink, dishwasher, trash and paper towel dispenser. Drawers include plate storage pegs and cutlery trays. The second island divides the kitchen from the great room and is capped with a Calacatta-patterned waterfall quartz counter and a floating walnut waterfall seating counter. The butler’s pantry displays glassware through backlit glass doors. Wood panels on the backsplash and wine refrigerator continue to blend the suite into a unified space. The stainless counter in the dirty kitchen prep area has an apron-front double sink with cable-suspended lit stainless steel floating shelves above. Stainless appliances and floor-to-ceiling glass tile gives the space a commercial feel.

A marble pastry top is centered in the wall of tall open storage opposite the sink. This kitchen suite truly functions for every aspect of entertaining for the homeowner.

WHY THE JUDGES LOVE IT: We love how the design utilizes the space. This is not your typical white kitchen. The dirty kitchen is well placed and functional. We love the pot and pan display and storage. See stlouishomesmag.com for resources.

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Gegg Design & Cabinetry 300-400 SQUARE FEET Photography by Keith and Judie Gegg

The design for the kitchen in this new home was to be bright and fresh with unique details. The homeowners built the home with the intention to be their last home. Early planning with the architect and kitchen designer Gegg Design & Cabinetry was crucial to make all the pieces come together. The island is front and center and finished in a bold green gloss paint. The green was based off a European paint produced in Holland. The island seats four with chairs in coordinating fabrics. The perimeter cabinets were kept simple in a white painted finish. The frameless cabinetry incorporates trim details that are carried into the window trim at the sink wall. The sloped ceiling was planned to have flat ceilings along the length of the room. This allowed the designer to design the perimeter cabinets to end into a flat ceiling and not have any open space above. Wainscot panels were used above the cabinets to control proportion while adding a classic detail. The hood was custom designed and features solid brass details that were hand-fabricated.

It is framed by marble columns on the side and a marble header above. The sink wall is all windows to bring the backyard into the kitchen. The designer painted the window sashes black to minimize the impact on the view while adding a classic look of steel windows. The side windows flanking the ends of the sink became a challenge in the design because the designer wanted the windows to be over the counter. This would have resulted in a too-deep counter at the sink. The solution was to set the cabinets on the sink wall on an arc creating a curve to the cabinet fronts and counter. At the sink, the counters resulted in a good depth and out at the side window there is enough depth for the trim details to stop on the top of the counter. A 60� range provides a huge cooking surface with two full-size ovens. The butler’s pantry is located just behind the range wall and serves as an extension of the kitchen.

WHY THE JUDGES LOVE IT: This kitchen gets the award for the most windows ever in a kitchen, and we love all the natural light they add to the space. We love the pop of green on the island. It puts you in a happy place. The architectural details are beautiful. See stlouishomesmag.com for resources.

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PLATINUM WINNER

Gegg Design & Cabinetry 250-299 SQUARE FEET Photography by Keith and Judie Gegg

This newly built home follows a classic architectural form with formal spaces and lasting details. The kitchen design was to coordinate with the style of the home with plenty of wall space. Because the space was so large, designer Gegg Design & Cabinetry divided the kitchen space so that it didn’t feel too open. A new and separate butler’s pantry was added between the kitchen and dining room. This reduced the size of the kitchen but added separation from the formal dining room. The butler’s pantry also added a space for locating items when entertaining that was central but not on display. The dual-aligned entryways to both the butler’s pantry and dining room allow for easy flow between the rooms. Integrated refrigeration was added to blend with the pantry cabinets that are located on the center wall in the kitchen. The hood features an elliptical arched opening with a continuous curve that flows into the custom corbel. The designer repeated the same arched ellipse in the butler’s pantry for continuity. The island is formal with no seating since there is a banquette just across the room. Since the kitchen called for a formal design, it was important to not have small appliances such as the toaster and coffee maker in plain sight. The designer incorporated a tall cabinet with retractable doors. Inside is a small counter workspace for small appliances. All the cabinetry trim was coordinated to integrate into the house trim. The hood wall, island and butler’s pantry have beaded inset cabinets while the refrigerator/pantry area has frameless cabinetry for a less busy look. The new design is beautiful and classic, in perfect harmony with the architecture of the rest of the home.

WHY THE JUDGES LOVE IT: All the extra details the designer incorporated in the trim and arches are beautiful and classic. We love the butler’s pantry concept and how it is open to the kitchen but not completely open. The built-in china cabinet is a strong feature with the glass fronts. See stlouishomesmag.com for resources.

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PLATINUM WINNER

Karr Bick Kitchen + Bath LESS THAN 250 SQUARE FEET Photography by Photographie by Li

A Webster Groves home had a new addition that added square footage to the house but lacked flow and left the kitchen with little space for storage. Thick, cumbersome walls were added as part of the addition. The homeowner worked with Karr Bick Kitchen + Bath to create a new design that would better fit her needs. The new design moved an old window up so that the perimeter could extend further and offer new sink placement under the window instead of in an island. The designer chose soft white cabinets and a distressed walnut top for the island to accent the white farmhouse shaker sink. Two symmetrical cabinets with glass X mullions sit on top of the counters and showcase the homeowner’s beautiful dishes while bringing an extra layer of charm to the kitchen. Additional charm is found in the Walker Zanger blue ceramic decorative range tile. Wainscot woodwork was added to the thick addition walls and soffit to make them feel intentional and aesthetically pleasing.

Beadboard on the ceiling echoes the age and style of the history of the home. A peninsula was added to the kitchen with unique brass pendants that hang from the soffit in perfect symmetry for the line of sight into the kitchen. Navy counter stools add a pop of color and fun to the completed space.

WHY THE JUDGES LOVE IT: We love the detail in the paneling on the addition walls. The symmetry of the cabinetry is fantastic. This classic kitchen has lots of attention to detail.

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GOLD WINNER

Alspaugh Kitchen & Bath MORE THAN 400 SQUARE FEET Photography by Anne Matheis

Alspaugh Kitchen & Bath designed this beautiful 440-square-foot kitchen and personalized it perfectly to the owner’s request. The clients wanted a fully appointed kitchen that incorporated seating, accommodated multiple cooks and had interior accessories such as pull-out spice storage, pull-out trash and recycling, tray dividers, large drawers for pots and pans and cutlery dividers for silverware. The biggest challenge in the design was the large scale of the space and the demand for a large focal point. The gorgeous stainless and brass La Cornue range took center stage while the unadorned swooped hood and the soft curves of the flanking mullions provide a subtle frame that reinforces and extends the focal point in the scale of the room. Lighted glass front wall cabinets flank the range and display the client’s pottery collection. The double islands are packed with features. A large farmhouse sink dominates the outer island, which also has seating. A smaller prep sink was placed on the end of the inner island providing separate cleaning and prep zones for multiple cooks. A full-size Sub-Zero refrigerator and full-size freezer were paired to create a decorative armoire. The curved mullion shapes from the range elevation are repeated over mirrors. A dark blue finish was used for contrast. The dark blue is also on the lowered island end and coffee bar. The slightly lowered island food prep area is capped with a walnut butcher block countertop. The coffee bar provides a designated area for morning service and features brass sconces and open shelves.

WHY THE JUDGES LOVE IT: The designer chose classic materials. The space is amazingly elegant. We love the design of the refrigerator/freezer pairing. See stlouishomesmag.com for resources.

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GOLD WINNER

Marc Christian Fine Cabinetry and Castle Design 300-400 SQUARE FEET Photography by Alise O’Brien

This Clayton condominium underwent a full-scale renovation and was transformed into a warm, modern home with the kitchen as the centerpiece. Designers from Marc Christian Fine Cabinetry and Castle Design made the space feel even larger than its 350 square feet with the open floor plan and generous sight lines. The custom European frameless cabinetry has a sleek metal-edge door style in a horizontal grain sapele mahogany and complements the new Acacia wood floors in the home. The cabinetry has ample storage including full-height pantries and large pot and pan drawers across the cooktop wall. The Sub-Zero refrigerator is concealed with integrated wood panels and blends seamlessly into the cabinetry.

The Wolf stainless steel double ovens, microwave and built-in coffee maker follow the clean lines created by keeping the upper door heights aligned. The 36” Wolf cooktop is installed flush with the quartz countertop and is accented by a 3D ceramic tile backsplash and a Wolf stainless steel chimney hood. The large island is two levels and houses a multi-functional Kohler sink, a wood-paneled dishwasher and a Sub-Zero undercounter wine refrigerator with a matching wood door frame.

The countertop has a waterfall edge on one end and a 4” thick contrasting quartz bar-height top on the other allowing for multiple seating levels. The highlight of the kitchen is the custom-designed, built-in wine cabinet, which holds more than 200 bottles of wine and welcomes you into the kitchen as you transition from the foyer. The see-through cabinet has clear tempered glass on both sides and is framed in the same mahogany as the kitchen cabinets. This newly design kitchen is the epitome of simplified luxury.

WHY THE JUDGES LOVE IT: The multi-level island is such a good design detail.

We love the dimensional tile. The see-through wine cabinet is killer. We love how it functions as a room divider without being a traditional divider. See stlouishomesmag.com for resources.

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THE LOOK OF LED

The LED Opus chandelier

by Craftmade is an elegant centerpiece for any room & is available in several finishes.

FULL OF BRIGHT IDEAS.

GOLD WINNER

Karr Bick Kitchen + Bath 250-299 SQUARE FEET Photography by Photographie by Li

When previous owners had updated the home in a way that didn’t function well, the homeowners called on Karr Bick Kitchen + Bath to make the outdated and choppy kitchen into a new space perfect for entertaining family and friends.

The designer’s challenge was to conceptualize a creative plan that connected the spaces and tied in a galley kitchen design—a favorite of the homeowners. To achieve a more connected layout, walls were taken away and a wide, arched opening was added. The designer chose finishes to reflect the historic charm of the 100-year-old home, such as the custom diamond Tudor window leaded glass panels in the bar. The finishes also marry the taste of the husband and wife, who both played integral roles in making design decisions with their designer. The white quartz countertops and the light-glazed varied brick backsplash coupled with the rich

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cherry wood cabinet finish and light gray painted cabinets add a transitional feel in the kitchen. The custom cabinet design is specifically tailored to every inch of the kitchen and provides ample storage. The range hood design is a statement piece that distinctly crowns the kitchen. The resulting space now flows perfectly with the rest of the home and has made entertaining family and friends a dream come true.

WHY THE JUDGES LOVE IT: We love the contrast of the white cabinetry and tile with the dark hood and island cabinets. The designer did a wonderful job of combining the historic flair with a transitional look. We love the warmth of the kitchen.

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GOLD WINNER

Gegg Design & Cabinetry LESS THAN 250 SQUARE FEET Photography by Keith and Judie Gegg

This second home was built as a gathering place for family get-together, holidays and weekends. The homeowners worked with Gegg Design & Cabinetry to design their dream kitchen, which was to be simple and reflective of the classic architecture for a refined farmhouse feel. Classic materials were selected including the white painted galley cabinets, walnut hood with black steel strap details and an island with a custom green paint finish and natural oiled walnut top. Since the kitchen is not used for daily living, large amounts of storage were not necessary. The kitchen still functions well for large groups with the help of the 48” range, two ovens, 30” refrigerator/freezer, 30” undercounter refrigerator drawers, 15” ice maker, dishwasher and farmhouse sink.

The plan for the kitchen is extremely symmetrical, but the adjacent powder room created an asymmetrical condition in the space. To hide the problem, a 4” shallow pantry cabinet was designed to install over the modified powder room wall. This solution hid the powder room corner from view in the kitchen and restored symmetry to the space. Additionally, the large island is flanked by two large column/walls. While not structurally necessary, the column/walls created vestibules on each end of the kitchen defining the kitchen space and creating separation from the powder room and master bedroom. Tall pantry cabinets are hidden behind the column/walls. The column/walls also created separation from the main room and pushed the kitchen out of the living area and nestled it into its own space. The final design feels intimate yet also functions well for a large group.

WHY THE JUDGES LOVE IT: You can tell the designers and homeowners put a lot of thought into the design of this kitchen. We love the color of the island and the way the hood draws you into the space. Using the walls to separate the space makes it cozy, and we love the storage on the backside.

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Meet our esteemed panel of

Kitchens of the Year judges.

Photography by Colin Miller/Strauss Peyton

Julie Baum, BaumHouse design, LLC Julie Baum (ASID, CAPS) is the owner/ designer of BaumHouse design, an award-winning kitchen and bath design studio. Recognizing that clients know what they like but need direction to make confident decisions, Julie’s focus is on you and your project from concept to completion; goals, budget, product selection, installation and project management. “I get as excited about my client’s projects as they do, and I am right there every step of the way to make sure they are pleased with the results.

Anything else is unacceptable.”

Candice Wideman, Youtopia Designs, LLC Youtopia Designs, LLC is owned and operated by lead designer Candice Wideman. She is a professionally trained and qualified interior designer that is an active Allied member of the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) and a member of the HBA (Home Builders Association). Candice strives to develop strong, mutually beneficial relationship with her clients by actively overseeing every project that Youtopia Designs undertakes. This ensures each client is getting multiple professional design options on every final decision.

Carolyn Beard, Callier & Thompson Carolyn Beard has been a kitchen and bath designer for Callier & Thompson since 2001. Now one of the owners of Callier & Thompson, Carolyn still loves working on design and space planning along with managing the showroom, advertising and an assortment of other duties. As a long-time member of the National Kitchen & Bath Association and current Treasurer for the association, she enjoys keeping up with the latest design trends, product selections and meeting others within the kitchen and bath industry.

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1. Bold and Blue, by Archer & Buchanan Architecture, Ltd. From the start of the project, this blue butler’s pantry was intended to be a small moment of great intensity, creating a sharp contrast to the pale palette of the balance of the house. The entire interior of the pantry was finished on site with an exceptionally smooth, highly reflective gloss enamel finish, which required a high level of skill to achieve. The ceiling is finished in a flat black paper with silver stars to exaggerate the sense of compression and shadow in this interval and transition between the formal and informal aspects of the house.

2. Classic Cabinetry, by Schwarz Lewis Design Group. This butler’s pantry is an example of a classic, medium-tone wood floor, home bar design in Chicago. The space features glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, multicolored backsplash and white countertops. There is no sink. The wall color is Smoke Embers by Benjamin Moore.

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Tucked just outside the kitchen, butler’s pantries are the ideal spot for dining and entertaining prep. Storing china, serving pieces and more, a butler’s pantry expands your available storage space in a stylish setting. No butler necessary!

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1. Photography by Tom Crane Photography. 2. Photography by Werner Straube. 3. Photography by Troy Thies Photography.

4. Photography by Aaron Leitz. 5. Photography by Gretchen Murchott.

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3. Black-and-White Beauty, by Martha O’Hara Interiors. This tucked away pantry and prep space is located between a mudroom and kitchen—the perfect place for dropping off groceries or making popcorn. Designer Elizabeth Darth of Martha O’Hara Interiors chose seeded glass pocket doors to allow natural light into the room and obscure messes from the outside.

4. Gorgeous Galley, by Builder Schultz Miller, interior designer Massucco Warner Miller and architect Conard Romano Architects. This galley-style butler’s pantry, with its intricate detailing and saturated color, is accented with unlaquered brass fixtures and fittings, fulfilling our clients’ desire for a rich space set in contrast to the bright kitchen and formal dining room.

Classic moldings and leaded glass cabinet doors recall elements found in the original home on the site. The hexagon backsplash tiles were custom cut from the countertop stone slab.

5. Functional and Fun, by Laura Casale Architect. We always design butlers pantry’s with a bright bold finish. It is usually where the bar is, so the space is a great place to use bold color, like the blue cabinetry in this space. We chose unique hardware and made the space a functional and fun place to store beautiful glasses and china.

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SMALL SCALE

Catastrophe to

Calm

By Shannon Craig

A leaky refrigerator spurred these homeowners into a total home overhaul.

Photography by Anne Matheis

Remodeler: Lorrien Homes Remodeling Interior Designer: Castle Design

In nature, catastrophic events usher in balance and calm. Fires create space for seedlings to grow.

Winds and rain erode rock, releasing nutrients and replenishing tired ground. And kitchen floods can kick off whole-home remodels, bringing new life to well-known spaces.

Such was the case for a pair of St. Louis homeowners, whose newfound peace and serenity came courtesy of a leaky refrigerator.

“We have found this to be a typical scenario,” explains Dana Dunbar of Lorrien Homes. “A single event can initiate a total review of the homeowner's most valued asset—their house.”

“We had been talking about a remodel for a long time,” the homeowners say. "So, when the refrigerator ruined the floor, we quickly decided to go all in.” The home was, in their eyes, charming and comfortable as it stood. The original wooded interior lent to a coziness that was great when their children we’re still in the house. “It was wonderful and exactly what we wanted at the time,” they explain. But being just the two of them, they “were ready for a new look.”

Translating the homeowners’ vision would be a task. “I wanted cool, he wanted vibrant,” one of the owners laughs. “I didn’t know the color…but I knew the feeling.” But Jill Oliver Brown of Castle Design is always up for a good challenge and took the project on without hesitation.

“Honestly, I just listen,” she says. “I hear what homeowners want, and I reflect that in our design choices. The homeowners wanted calm, so I balanced color with serenity.” Fresh taupe, beachy

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blues and icy grays ground the majority of the house in cool, while a sunroom practically pulses with color and sunlight. With Oliver Brown’s selection of versatile neutrals, the homeowners’ individual needs can easily be melded. It only takes a few pillows and pictures to dial the color factor up or down.

“We used Duane’s Cabinets in Union for those beautiful cabinets in the kitchen and Wilson Lighting to replace all of the lights in the house but one,” the designer describes. “Every surface was touched but the beams in the great room, which bring some earthiness to what’s really a very airy space.”

And the transformation came full circle in five short months—a non-negotiable to Dana Dunbar and Lorrien Homes, and a welcome surprise to the homeowners. “We approach each project as if it is our only project!” he says. “We've all heard the horror stories of remodels that take forever to complete due to poor planning, delays in procuring materials, and inefficient work crews. At Lorrien Homes, we take great pride in our remodel construction process—we develop a construction timeline prior to initiation of the project, and we stay on that timeline.”

A listening ear, structured timeline and superior design took this home from utter catastrophe to complete calm. And for these homeowners, there wasn’t a single detail that hadn’t been bettered once the storm settled and the waters receded. “It took a lot of small steps and starting from scratch to get here,” they say. “But now we look around and we think how everything is exactly how we’d wanted it be… it makes us feel very calm.” See stlouishomesmag.com for resources.

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BEFORE & AFTER

BROUGHT TO LIFE No longer dated and dark, a West County kitchen now beams with personality after a total transformation.

By Melissa Mauzy Photography by Nicole Miget

Engineer: Bob Berthold Engineering Interior Designer: Anne Marie Design Studio

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A young couple with three small children were ready for a change in their home. Well lived in and outdated, the home was in need of a fix-up to reflect their lifestyle and love of entertaining. After connecting with designer Anne Marie Boedges, president and designer at Anne Marie Design Studio, a new vision for the home was brought to life. At the center of the renovation, the kitchen was totally transformed and opened up into a place functional for the family.

The homeowners wanted an updated space that was more open to the rest of the home but still warm and light with a European Flair and a wow factor. Boedges completely rearranged the entire design of the space by opening up the wall between the kitchen and living room by moving the powder room over and removing an unused wet bar in the living room. The wife loves how much better the space flows. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is going to sound silly, but as our three children have grown and become more self-sufficient in preparing their own snacks and meals, all five of us were ending up in one square foot of space.

No one could get through to the sink and it usually ended up in a lot of yelling. It motivated us to find a better flow for the kitchen,â&#x20AC;? she says. Boedges also opened up the wall between the kitchen and the dining room with pass-through cabinetry that feels like furniture. She wanted to make the dining space look accessible from the kitchen.

Boedges incorporated base cabinets with a countertop and glass wall cabinets between the two rooms for a light and airy separation. “The pass-through is the perfect place to serve as a bar and set out appetizers when entertaining,” the homeowner says.

With the open floor plan making the area more functional, Boedges's next task was to bring the aesthetics of the space up to date. “They specifically asked not have that ‘everyday white-and-gray kitchen look’,” says Boedges. She designed custom Woodland Cabinetry using a soft creamy white finish with a brush stroke painted finish for the perimeter.

Boedges then contrasted the island with a stained knotty alder wood

species. “We also tied the warm stain to the hood as the focal point as well as the tall oven/pantry cabinetry sweeping this warm, rich finish across the room as a statement,” she explains of the design decision.

The island is a furniture-like element with substantial shaped legs that make the island stand out as a showpiece on its own.

The homeowners wanted a blue accent, so Boedges painted the wall between the kitchen/living room and the powder and dining rooms the perfect hue of blue. Medium muddy brown/gray hickory flooring was installed on the entire first floor for continuity. The backsplash is a Venetian plaster texture mixed with travertine tile.

The design doesn’t stop at the cabinetry, tile and paint. Boedges knew she wanted to incorporate a fifth wall, or ceiling accent, from the beginning. White beams across the ceiling add dimension and completes the space.

Storage is hardly lacking in the newly renovated space. The island houses a microwave drawer, ample roll outs and a trash can pull out.

There are also two specifically located pantry storage cabinets. One for daily use and adult needs, while the other is specific for the kids so they can get their own snacks and help with packing lunches.

A closet was removed near the garage and turned into the adult’s landing space for purses, mail and charging of electronics. Another closet was removed near the stairs and transformed into a kid’s organization zone with a base cabinet with file drawers for the kids to keep craft supplies. Now brimming with charm and functionality, the homeowners can’t wait to come home each day!

See stlouishomesmag.com for resources and additional photos.

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DESIGNERS IN DEMAND Creating beautiful rooms with cohesive styles is the key to making your home comfortable, fashionable and inviting.

With fast-paced and ever-changing design trends to consider and an endless array of furnishings and accessories from which to choose, designing a stylish space might feel like a daunting task. However, enlisting the help of a talented design professional can make each project fun and exciting.

Their knowledge of current trends and classic styles, knack for finding the best places to shop for décor and experience matching the perfect look with the right space gives design professionals an edge when creating stylish, functional and beautiful spaces that make a house a home.

Our special Designers in Demand section introduces you to local designers and tastemakers who can help guide you through the exciting world of interior design. With their fingers on the pulse of what’s hot and what’s not, they bring you the newest and greatest products, looks and designs for your home. To see more from these designers, visit stlouishomesmag.com.

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nne M. Boedges, President and Designer of Anne Marie Design Studio, LLC has been helping clients fall in love with their homes all over the St. Louis area since 2001.

She obtained her BFA in Interior Design from Maryville University in St. Louis, MO. She has previously taught the NKBA Bath Design Certification Course at St. Louis Community College. Specializing in Kitchen and Bath Design, Anne’s positive and down to earth approach helps clients feel anything is achievable, and her unique attention to detail distinguishes her work amongst the rest.

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SMALL SCALE

ANTIQUE HAVEN One homeowner furnishes his Central West End home in vintage style.

By Gina Parsons Photography by Anne Matheis

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It’s an understatement to say Gerry Fisher has a fascination with antique fans. He currently owns 63, all of which function. They are artfully spread throughout his Central West End home. “It’s a crazy thing to be interested in,” he admits. “But when you think about that, what is the one thing that was better in 1910 than it is today. The fans built then were infinitely better than fans are today.”

Fisher’s passion for antiques goes far beyond fans. He meticulously decorated the entire home—which was built in 1892—in a late 19th century style. “I still root around the antique stores a lot,” he says. “You never know what may turn up.” If he finds an item he likes, he’ll evict something to make way for the newly acquired. Or he’ll share the find with others, like his daughter.

Fisher has a hard time naming one non-fan antique item as his favorite, but he loves a pump organ and an Eastlake entry hall table. The organ is a favorite because he says it “is a curious blend of traditional Victorian curviness and Eastlake incised carving. Made by the Cornish Company, it is a 100 percent unrestored original and works perfectly.”

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He describes the Eastlake entry hall table as a riot of Eastlake design elements that appeared in the late 19th century. “This design school moved away from the curves and high-relief ornamentation of Victorian furniture and went to geometric shapes and incised carvings,” he says.

Each of the home’s rooms has a colorful oriental rug.

Up above, the ceilings display the rich colors of the time period. Wallpaper patterns and colors were selected from Bradbury & Bradbury pattern books, which are now available online. A local paperhanger installed the paper.

He enjoys finding and buying antiques that are in bad shape and doing what’s needed to make them beautiful and functional again. For the fans, that often includes rewiring and repairing, plus re-lacquering brass. “I watch

the ballgame and work on them,” he says.

When searching for antiques, he goes to some auctions and estate sales, but also frequents antique stores here in St. Louis and in other cities whenever he travels. He doesn’t buy online because he prefers to see items in person when shopping.

He says that acquiring antiques is a nice pasttime for anyone who likes to scrounge around, but patience is a must. “The main thing if you’re collecting to decorate is understand that it’s something you can’t do overnight,” he says. “If you’re going to do it properly, don’t be in a hurry.” See stlouishomesmag.com for resources.

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THE DIRT

LOVE Edited

by Moe Godat

your low lights

With January’s cold temperatures, it’s time to bring your gardening expertise indoors.

“LEMON LIME” DRACAENA Also know as

DRACAENA DEREMENSIS

Information provided by Ann Lapides at Sugar Creek Gardens

Bring the tropics to your home with “Lemon Lime” dracaena. An exotic looking wonder, it features long green leaves highlighted with yellow and white. An added bonus “Lemon Lime” is an efficient air filter, removing harmful chemicals from the air. When young the plant is small and it looks like a small bush. Over time it will grow into a small tree with a woody stem. It works fantastic as a houseplant indoors or outdoors as a stand-alone specimen, or it can be added to mixed seasonal containers. Easy to grow, it tolerates low light but also does well in bright, indirect light.

WATER Once or twice a week letting the soil dry out in between

SOIL REQUIREMENTS Must be well-draining

LOCATION + LIGHT Do not move outside until temperatures reach at least 60 degrees

FERTILIZER Fertilize when plants are actively growing, usually April through August

OTHER TIPS To provide the plant with humidity, place on a bed of wet pebbles or mist occasionally

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We love Calatheas because there are so many different varieties with interesting leaf patterns! They thrive with very low light and moderate watering, and they are totally pet and kid safe! Laura Caldie, Maypop Garden Shop.

We love the Crispy Wave Fern because it is a hardy and low-maintenance indoor option. The fronds of this fern are rigid and wider than most, which according to NASA, makes it one of the best air-purifying plant options for the home. Keep this plant happy with indirect light and moist soil. Sarah Riley, Bowood Farms.

Warneck dracaena (Dracaena deremensis “Warneckii”) combats pollutants associated with varnishes and oils. The Warneckii grows inside easily, even without direct sunlight. This dracaena is known for its white stripes along the edges of its leaves. Easy to grow in lower light and does not require much water.

David Sherwood, Sherwood’s Forest Nursery.

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My favorite low-light houseplant is Pothos! They are super easy to take care of, they come in a variety of colors ranging from solid green to dappled white and chartreuse, and they help purify the air! Be sure to keep them out of reach of pets and children, but don't hesitate to put them in areas that don't get much direct or indirect sunlight because they'll do just fine!

Whether they're cascading from a hanging macrame planter or potted on a high shelf, this trailing vine will make a dramatic impact in any room.

Katy Scott, Green Guys.

My favorite indoor plant that tolerates low light is the ZZ plant. It has a beautiful, eye-catching structure and is tough-as-nails. It is almost like the unicorn of houseplants because it is very succulent-like in its maintenance requirements but will also tolerate low-light conditions.

Laura Hill, Frisella Nursery.

Chinese evergreen “Aglaonema” is great choice for the novice indoor gardener. A houseplant with fabulous foliage, the Chinese evergreen is easy to grow. It tolerates poor light, dry air and drought. Ideally, it should be planted in well-drained soil, placed in a warm area of the home with some humidity.

Keep it away from drafts, and water when dry. Jim Oldani, Timberwinds Nursery.

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SHAWS VISION

JANUARY/FEBRUARY

Stay up-to-date in your landscape with planning tips and events from the Missouri Botanical Garden.

ALL OF JANUARY

Wash the dust off of houseplants leaves regularly to allow the leaves to gather light more efficiently and result in better growth.

Fluffy, white mealy bugs on houseplants are easily killed by touching them with a cotton swab soaked in rubbing alcohol.

EVENTS January 18, 2020 Tiki in the Tropics, 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. at the Missouri Botanical Garden, Climatron January 31, 2020 Orchid Society of Greater St. Louis sale, 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. at the Missouri Botanical Garden, Ridgway Visitor Center February 1 to March, 2020 Orchid Show at the Missouri Botanical Garden February, 2020 Morpho Mardi gras at the Butterfly House Tuesday through Sunday, 10a.m.- 4p.m.

February 14 & February 21, 2020 Friday Night Flights at the Butterfly House February 29, 2020 Trivia Night (Garden Style) at the Missouri Botanical Garden

Early February Branches of pussy willow, quince, crabapple, forsythia, pear and flowering cherry may be forced indoors. Place cut stems in a vase of water and change the water every 4 days.

All of February Repot any root-bound house plants now before vigorous growth occurs. Choose a new container that is only 1 or 2 inches larger in diameter than the old pot.

To extend the vase life of cut flowers you should: 1. Recut stems underwater with a sharp knife. 2. Remove any stem foliage that would be underwater. 3. Use a commercial flower preservative. 4. Display flowers in a cool spot, away from direct sunlight.

Mid to late February Maple sugaring time is here! Freezing nights and mild days make the sap flow.

Seeds of slow-growing annuals like ageratum, verbena, petunias, geraniums, coleus, impatiens and salvia may be started indoors now.

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SPOTLIGHT

TUDOR ARCHITECTURE: THEN & NOW

From quaint cottages to imposing country manors, Tudor styling has endured for centuries.

By Barb Wilson Photography provided by Dick Busch Architects

One of history’s most distinctive architectural styles, Tudor homes have been in and out of fashion since the early 1500s. The design made its initial appearance in England during the reign of the Tudors (1485–1603) and represented a significant departure from the ornate, vaulted, stone-heavy castles and cathedrals of the late Medieval/Gothic period.

Over the centuries, Tudor styling has evolved, incorporating various influences, materials and elements from other countries and time periods. Generally speaking, however, traditional Tudor exteriors tended to be asymmetrical with masonry on the lower level, half-timbering and stucco or plaster on the upper floors, resulting in the characteristic black (or brown) and white color scheme, steep-pitched roofs with multiple gables, tall mullioned and dormer windows, embellished entryways and several chimneys, sometimes with chimney pots. Steep roofs and exposed timbers prevented water damage, making the design resilient against England’s cold, damp climate.

Constructed with sturdy, “noble” materials, many of the huge country manors built by the aristocracy hundreds of years ago are still standing today. Timber framing made Tudor homes affordable to commoners as well, and the style endures in the villages and

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quaint cottages dotting the English countryside.

Fast forward to the late 1800s, when large numbers of European immigrants began arriving in the United States. Industry was booming, and the nostalgia and old-world charm of Tudor architecture became increasingly popular. Now termed Tudor Revival, the design was particularly well-suited to the colder climates of New England and the northern states and lasted into the early decades of the 20th century.

Tudor homes were expensive to build and became something of a status symbol for prosperous families moving to the peace and quiet of the “country,” particularly during the 1920s. Here in the St. Louis area, classic examples from this era can be found in affluent suburbs like Webster Groves, University City, and Kirkwood.

In today’s market, Tudor Revival has taken on several more modern forms (e.g., French Country and Craftsman), and the boldly contrasting exterior design has given way to softer, more natural hues. But for those who love the authentic Tudor look, a custom home built with state-of-the-art materials can certainly reproduce the romantic charm of this iconic architectural style.

See stlouishomesmag.com for resources.

DESIGN & DETAIL

Design & Detail is happy to include Ferrell Mittman to our list of high end residential vendors. Ferrell Mittman continues to be a leader in fine upholstered furniture as well as artisan quality casegoods. 314-781-3336, designanddetailstl.com

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Make a statement with the Limited Edition Bellini Console, featuring an Art Deco-inspired design in a mix of brushed brass, white and black lacquer. Experience this collection in our St. Louis Signature Store at Plaza Frontenac, or view it online at mgbwhome.com.

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CLASSIC METAL CRAFT

In this photo the customer hired a professional faux painter to give their wood oven hood an iron-like paint finish. In this project we only fabricated and installed the steel straps. The steel straps were texturized by hot hammering the steel. We clear coated the steel and added decorative steel rivets to the straps to give it an old world look. We can also build the entire oven hood from steel. A custom steel hood can be finished with a transparent patina in a color of your choice, typically itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a rubbed bronze color, antique copper, darkened grey steel or just a clear coat over the original steel color. All patinas will show the natural steel surface, the texture of the steel as it comes from the mill and all welds will be visible, because patinas are transparent. Or as this custom did, hire a faux painter to create a faux steel hood with real steel straps.

Call for a free quote at 314-535-2022 or view our galleries at classicmetalcraft.com.

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Unique furniture pieces from one of our custom cabinet lines will bring all of the details of your bathroom together with your choice of a multitude of beautiful styles & finishes. With a variety of configuration choices and custom color offerings, your bathroom is sure to be one of a kind. To schedule a complimentary design consultation to see the many options available, visit signaturekb.com or call 636-720-0451 today!

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Encore Consignment Gallery's 10,000 sqft showroom is the best place to sell & buy furniture and home decor in Town and Country MO. We tastefully display upscale furnishings that are worthy of a repeat performance. Our inventory is constantly changing and consists of a wide variety of Traditional, French Country, Contemporary and Modern pieces. There is something for everyone at Encore. Open 7 days a week. Consign & shop with us today! Send photos of potential consignments to photos@encorestl.net.

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The 60" Radke Vanity by Signature Hardware in hunter green is a stunning addition to a glam master suite. Customize the cabinet with polished nickel, rose gold, satin black, or satin brass hardware and your choice of marble, granite, or quartz countertop. A matching pair of mirrors are optional. 636-519-7299, fergusonshowrooms.com

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The Fountain on Locust St. Louis, MO Photography courtesy of Grant Murphy.

Opened in 2008, the Fountain on Locust has been voted St. Louis’s best ice cream, and its design lives up to the title. Locust Street’s Historic Automotive Row housed many early car showrooms in St. Louis, and in 1916, the current location for the Fountain on Locust was built. Originally featuring The Supreme Car Co., the building was made to showcase luxury cars such as the Stutz Blackhawk and the Stutz Bearcat. Instead of showing custom-made cars, the Fountain uses their building’s history of handcrafted perfection to echo their love for making ice cream, cocktails and food from scratch.

Bring your kids for an afternoon treat, your date for a unique bite to eat or a friend out for a drink. Perhaps even better than its food is the Fountain’s interior; an Art Deco design boasts bright colors and interesting patterns from the murals to the black-and-white flooring all the way to its light fixtures, and its high ceilings give customers a sense of grandeur unique to the building’s time period and influence. No matter what time of year, the Fountain on Locust is the place to take any guest.

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Izzy’s Ice Cream Kitchen, Minneapolis, MN Photography courtesy of Izzy’s Ice Cream Kitchen.

When owners Jeff Sommers and Lara Hammel opened their first ice cream shop in St. Paul, they had no idea how popular they would grow to be. When business started to boom, they opened a second location in Minneapolis; this new location allowed them to express their love for environmental thinking. Located along the Mississippi riverfront by Gold Medal Flour Park and Nouvel’s Guthrie Theater, they strove to be an example of “environmental stewardship and a humane work environment.” The blue on the exterior signifies the color of Guthrie’s Theater, and the red is Izzy’s main brand color. The colors are meant to give a comfortable and bright environment to both employees and customers alike. The building features high parapet walls that will allow for the installation of solar panels, which add to the owners’ love of the environment and sustainability, as well as a space for a rooftop garden for growing ice cream-flavoring herbs. Izzy’s is the perfect place to visit for any environmentally friendly customer. Not in the mood for ice cream? Check out their retail shop on the second floor!

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LODOVNIA Ice Cream Shop, Poznan, Poland Photography courtesy of mode:lina™ architecture studio.

LODOVNIA Ice Cream Shop’s architects focused on the store’s main item of sale for its structure and design: the ice cream cone. mode:lina architecture studio wanted the exterior to look like a piece of art on the streets of Poznan, Poland. They succeeded in this through the use of nearly one thousand white cones around the exterior; not only do the cones mimic the shape of an ice cream cone, but they give the building a striking facade to bring interested customers to their door. Large glass panels let natural light into the small space and also reflect the surrounding cityscape.

The interior also reflects the “V” shape central to the ice cream shop’s logo design. Natural wood-toned and white triangles make up the counter, meant to continue the white cones’ design on the inside of the shop. Stark white flooring meants deep black, diagonally sectioning the shop into two sides. This ice cream shop appeals to an artist’s sensibilities as well as to the handcrafted taste that any ice cream lover will enjoy.

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A Sleek Finish

Are you looking for a sleek design on your kitchen cabinetry, or do you prefer the “jewelry” of hardware? Local design professionals give their opinions on not using hardware on kitchen cabinets.

Photography courtesy of Alno

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Classic! Hardware is an element that we often replace in dated kitchens for a quick and easy update, so cabinetry without hardware should stand the test of time.

However, the decision of hardware or no hardware should be consistent with the overall design style of your space. In traditional kitchens where you typically find more intricate details in the cabinetry, plumbing fixtures and lighting, cabinet hardware can be another layer of detail that adds to the overall cohesion of a space.

In contemporary kitchens where the design intentions are to keep everything clean and simple, having no hardware allows the eye to appreciate the overall aesthetic of the kitchen rather than focusing on too many individual elements.

Brett Clark, Savvy Design Group.

The look and feel of a super-sleek, modern kitchen is complemented with cabinetry that is seamless with minimal features. In a super rustic kitchen or rustic bath space, it works well when the cabinetry focus is actually on a distinct wood grain or texture of the cabinet. Contemporary cabinets can also benefit by using a simple wood pull versus using hardware. The beauty of the cabinetry used in modern, rustic or contemporary spaces is enhanced when there is not a visual interruption to the design of the cabinetry. No-hardware cabinetry has the perk of easy cleanup and simple design. The no-hardware look will stick around for a long time, especially with design styles that require a seamless, clean and uncluttered look. No-hardware cabinetry is definitely a classic. Barbara Collins, Barbara Collins Interior Design.

I think contemporary cabinetry designers have always looked for ways to be simple.

In the past, C-channels were used to create the finger pull area, and today we use touch latches and Gola profiles behind doors. As long as there is interest in contemporary design, there will be interest in simplicity. Keith Markus, Markus Cabinet.

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This will be a staple. It will be a preference, but not the norm. Just like men’s suits with and without ties. It’s a different look and preferred by people who want a less visual clutter. Discreet kitchens are trending upwards, and cabinets without handles support that style. In one kitchen we are designing, we have some cabinets with and without hardware, creating a unique and fresh look. Dana King, Dana King Design Build Remodeling.

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This is certainly not the first time for this trend. Cabinets void of hardware certainly have a place within certain style kitchens. It keeps the lines clean and, hey, you don't have to select from thousands of knobs and drawer pulls, which don't seem pricey until you realize how many you actually need. As before, I predict that these folks will eventually tire of this and "update" by adding some fresh hardware. I'm going to go ahead and say this is a craze.

Teddy Karl, The Great Cover Up. It's a craze and we have been there before. The one plus to not having hardware on cabinets is they are easier to clean. There are more pluses for having hardware.

It is much easier to the open doors and drawers with hardware. The most important plus is that hardware personalizes your cabinets. With the vast variety of choices in hardware, you can make your own design statement. Hardware gives the plain surface of cabinets a spark of personality. You wouldn't want to wear a little black dress without the accent of jewelry. Cabinet hardware are the jewels of the room.

Linda K. Kusmer, Total Interior Designs Inc. I love it and did it in a powder room bath with sleek cabinets floating off the floor. Great look in a contemporary space. But most clients want to have a knob or a handle to grab onto. So I have to say it’s a craze, but a great one! C.J. Knapp, Yours By Design.

Not using hardware on kitchen cabinets isn't really a classic, but I would also not call it a craze. It’s just a trend that falls in and out of favor. Current new cabinet designs tend to include some form of hardware, as the doors and drawers are typically mounted with very minimal gaps. Therefore, the function of the hardware is pertinent, yet also a way to add a little jewelry into a space. Past trends have led to a cleaner look; think of the Scandinavian style of the 60s and 70s and modern style kitchens of the past and present. The minimalist trend in kitchens definitely lends itself to going without hardware, but it does make it more of a challenge to open doors and drawers, so I like to use a touch- or push-latch to open these! We are still seeing the majority of our clients favoring the jewelry aspect of hardware on their new kitchen cabinets.

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