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Old-home feel

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Dramatic integrated lighting showcases all the best features of this contemporary condo in downtown Clayton.

Newly built, beautifully detailed home reflects its owners’ love and admiration for the craftsmanship and character found in older houses.

After years of trial and error, this homeowner found the perfect blend of English and Asian gardening influences for her University City yard.

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All the main living spaces flow seamlessly, from the kitchen to the dining room and living room. Photography by Karen Palmer Photography.

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oversized lighting, mood lighting, recessed and dimmer lighting are just a few of the endless choices to consider. Mike Craft, senior custom lighting designer at Metro Lighting suggests keeping in mind that each space has different lighting needs and should be treated individually, but the entire home’s lighting design should flow together (page 12-13). It’s a process! Homeowner Nancy Georgen mixes new and antique lighting like no other. Working with a dream team consisting of Lauren Strutman of Lauren Strutman Architects, Jeffrey Bernstein of Jeffrey Homes, Kathy Israel, owner of Accent on Cabinets, and Julie Bruns Haloftis of Relative Design, Nancy's and her husband’s goal was to build a new home that looked like it was built years ago and incorporate her antique lighting collection. To their delight, they couldn’t be happier with the outcome (pages 28-35). I’m not so sure about the groundhog’s prediction this year because no matter what I’m looking forward to the sunny days ahead with Spring right around the corner.

Not until 1925 did half of all homes in the United States have electric power. Imagine that! Sunlight was the provided light by day. Oil lamps and candles produced the light by night. The expression "in the best light" dates as far back as the early 1500s. We all prefer to be seen in the best light no matter the situation. Whether we’re meeting someone new or catching up with old friends, feeling good about ourselves adds a layer of confidence that makes all the difference in the world. It’s good to leave the house feeling like you look like a million dollars. And why is that? Well, because the bathroom mirror told you so. Hair under control? Check. Makeup? Check. Outfit comfortable? Check. Or was it the lighting? Yes, it’s all about the lighting. The presence of natural or artificial lighting impacts our everyday lives from the moment we wake up until lights out at bedtime. In your home, natural lighting takes center stage while working hand in hand with artificial lighting. With the goal to imitate and complement natural lighting, lighting professionals and interior designers can transform your space from ordinary to extraordinary. Uplighting, downlighting,

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ANCHORED AMBIENCE Oversized lighting does double duty providing ample light while also making a statement. DRAW THE EYE UPWARD with a grand fixture that is the latest craze in lighting. By Melissa Mauzy

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Large drum, by Hinkley Lighting, available at Metro Lighting.

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Corinne pendant, by Feiss, available at Ferguson Bath, Kitchen and Lighting Gallery.

Lisete chandelier, available at Ethan Allen.

Tanner chandelier, available at Anthropologie.

Lancaster chandelier, by Capital Lighting, available at Ferguson Bath, Kitchen and Lighting Gallery.

Alder outdoor pendant, by Hinkley Lighting, available at Metro Lighting.

Clara linear crystal chandelier, available at Ethan Allen.

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TRENDS Bonnington linear 54” chandelier, available at RH.

Large orb, by Generation Brands, available at Metro Lighting.

Isabella 4-light foyer, by Capital Lighting, available at Amini’s.

State House 15-light two-tier chandelier in polished nickel, by Craftmade, available at Amini’s.

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From Space to Space Each space has different lighting needs depending on what tasks are completed there and the time of day. Some spaces require more opportunities for mood lighting while others need proper illumination for small tasks. Each space is individual but collective; each area needs to be treated individually, but the home’s lighting design should flow together. Setting the Mood Mood lighting is an effect that includes such subjects as indirect lighting, wall grazing, art lighting, background lighting, in cabinet lighting, under cabinet lighting and other

lighting techniques to enhance a space. When choosing mood lighting for a space, seeking the help of a professional lighting designer is important; they can help you choose the correct lighting to create the correct atmosphere for you. Everyday Application Choosing lighting for your bathroom requires some thought. Our team will sit down with a client to learn their exact needs for each space. For example, if someone is looking for good lighting for makeup application, we suggest lighting that best enhances the person; this includes recessed lighting above as well as a lighted mirror.

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Illuminating Intricacies Some homeowners require lighting for completing delicate tasks, which can require them to focus on a small area for an extended period of time. Proper lighting in these spaces can make completing tasks simpler and faster. LED lighting can often achieve this through proper coloring and desired lumen delivery. In the Kitchen For avid at-home chefs, lighting can be both aesthetically pleasing and highly functional. Proper lighting can make every available work space more practical for whoever is cooking. Correctly positioned

recessed downlighting is most important when illuminating your kitchen. Under cabinet lighting will help maximize all available surfaces. Keeping Up With Trends There are so many new, remarkable product selections that have come out within the last three years that are both intuitive and beautiful. These new products continue to transition and improve the way we approach lighting design. Lately, we’ve seen smaller openings for recessed lighting that makes it less noticeable but doesn’t impede its functionality. If you’re looking for something more eye-catching, there are always new,

decorative lighting selections to explore. Seek the Proper Pros Lighting homes properly is a process. When deciding how to light your home for your needs, it’s important to seek a qualified professional. They’ll not only help you navigate any new additions to lighting design, but can also aid you in mood lighting, task lighting and other selections. It doesn’t cost anything to ask! See stlouishomesmag.com for resources.

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Illustrations Worth 1,000 Words Alison Bozarth has a lot to say about the world, and she expresses herself with color and canvas, pigment and paper.

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The creative mind behind Freckled Illustrations uses her vibrant and often whimsical artwork to raise awareness about the plight of animals, the planet, mental health and more. The layers of pigment and media included in her illustrations mimic the layers of meaning she builds into each artwork. “My hope is that people can stare at my pieces and discover something they missed time and time again,” Alison says. The black and white mental health images in her "Time to Talk" series (which she sketched after reading the symptoms of various conditions) are a means of starting a conversation, developing an understanding and ending the stigma. Alison works in a variety of mediums, mainly highly pigmented watercolors, alcohol ink, and graphite. “I typically start outlining, then ink the image," she says. “For my ‘Giant Series,’ I start with a base level of color and build up layers for the background. I then go back in and add more detail, enriching the habitat.

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walk across the pigment, putting honey in the middle of the painting to entice them. “They left these tiny trail marks all the way through . . . it turned out to be a beautiful piece, so I drew a huge ant with smaller ants being ridden by tiny people.” She mainly works at her home in Rock Hill, but all she needs is a flat surface. “I sketch where I can. If there is a flat surface, I will be working on it. I love having music on and talking to people as I’m creating. It really adds to the work.” Alison has work at Angad Arts Hotel and Soulard Art Gallery. View her art shows and online at alisonbozarthart.com. See stlouishomesmag.com for more photos and resources.

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Once dry, I use graphite to illustrate the animal, adding as much shading, detail and perspective as possible. I continue to add depth to the piece with copic markers and alcohol ink. I’ll even ‘pick up’ pigment off of the image to get back to white, with continued detailing until I am happy with it. My final touch is to add tiny people hanging on trying to keep the animal on the planet.” Drawing has been Alison’s passion since she was young, her talent evident from grade school where she won the Maestro Award for "Picture the Music" organized by the St. Louis Symphony. At Webster University, she helped create the BFA specific to illustration program and was the first student to earn the degree in 2017. As an artist, she finds inspiration everywhere, but mostly in animals and nature. “I’m an illustrator at heart, so I love making concepts come to life,” Alison says. She doesn’t like to plan, but rather goes with “what feels right in the moment.” For one piece, she invited ants to

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DRAMATIC integrated lighting showcases all the best features of this contemporary condo in downtown Clayton.

By Jeanne Delathouder Photography Karen Palmer Interior Design Wolff Interiors Architect CORE10 Architecture Developer/Contractor Topton Way Condominiums, LLC

Designed by CORE10 Architecture, this elegant condominium building called The Pearl provides contemporary luxury living for its Clayton residents. Here, homeowners Cindy and Preston Fancher’s stunning kitchen and dining space features a floating glass staircase, a dynamic halo light fixture, and sleek furnishings implemented by Tina Wolff and Lauren Berry of Wolff Interiors. STLOUISHOMESMAG.COM

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he goal was immediately clear when Tina Wolff and Lauren Berry of Wolff Interiors were asked to design this elegant 3,000-square-foot condo residence: to create a sleek and simple space that would allow their clients’ spectacular artwork and custom architectural details to take center stage. Situated in a vibrant neighborhood on the outskirts of Clayton just five minutes from Shaw Park, the contemporary-style condominium building aptly named The Pearl was developed by Toptop Way Condominiums, LLC (a Mehlman Family joint venture) with architecture by CORE10 Architecture. Modern bay windows, arguably one of the most notable features of the building, are made entirely of glass and black metal. "The Pearl's stripped brick facades and tall bay windows make for a perfect blend of old-world character with the modern details that make for wonderful streetscapes," says Tyler Stephens of CORE10 Architecture. From the outside, these windows set the new structure apart from the surrounding buildings. From the

Left: Modern bay windows by Pella frame the dining room and provide amazing natural light as well as spectacular views of the surrounding landscape. Above: An original work by St. Louis artist Michael Hoffman creates a dramatic focal point for the living room and connects visually to the home’s interior color palette. A magnificent stacked-stone fireplace gives textural depth to the space while complementing the warmth of wood cabinets and flooring.

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inside, the bay windows create a beautiful focal point for the dining room while framing the sunset perfectly and letting in an amazing amount of natural light. “The homeowners, Cindy and Preston Fancher, have very clean, contemporary tastes,” says Lauren Berry. “We typically design homes with a more eclectic/new traditional look, so this was a fun challenge for both Tina and me. When the builders came to us with this project, we quickly concluded that a very simple and minimal look would work best for the clients. The Fanchers love art and wanted special pieces to be showcased throughout, so we decided to use color sparingly and stick to a tight color palette,” she adds. “We started the process off by sharing a lot of inspirational photos and color schemes

with Tina and Lauren,” says Cindy. “They were able to find the exact elements that fit perfectly with our tastes. We wanted the space to feel open and full of natural light, and we like to use minimal window treatments to maximize the light,” she adds. To personalize their space and highlight their favorite artists, Cindy and Preston commissioned St. Louis artist Michael Hoffman to create three unique pieces that serve as important focal points in their home. Friend and Santa Fe artist Amy Van Winkle created the stunning works displayed in their loft and master bath. “We focused heavily on the textures in the home,” says Tina, founder of Wolff Interiors, who worked with Lauren Berry to design the condo itself, including the lighting, tile, stonework, kitchen, baths, staircase STLOUISHOMESMAG.COM

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Opposite page: The kitchen island’s rich walnut base provides a striking contrast to its glossy white waterfall-style surface. Slender pendant lights overhead counterbalance the impactful statement chandelier in the adjoining dining room. Below: “The fabric on the ottoman was originally intended for the sofa pillows,” recalls designer Lauren Berry, “but the clients loved it so much they asked if we could upholster the ottoman in it,” she laughs. “We loved this idea, and it adds just enough color and texture to the room.”

and all hardware and fixtures. “Everything, even the artwork, has textural depth—the rough surface of the stacked stone fireplace, the high-gloss black kitchen cabinets paired with a matte walnut island front, the textured master bath tile, the bedroom’s heavily patterned wallpaper and the carved custom living room rug,” she notes. All the main living spaces flow seamlessly, from the kitchen to the dining room and living room. The designers worked together to keep the color palette in each space similar but implemented standout features in each area to create captivating focal points. For example, the warmth of the kitchen’s walnut island draws your eye in, and the brilliant dining room pendant light illuminates compelling artwork on both sides of the bay window. “Lighting was a critical element of the style we wanted,” says Preston. “Tina and Lauren were able to locate beautiful and unique fixtures that perfectly fit our vision and complemented the design of the condo. In addition, the lighting design allows us to create a wide variety of lighting schemes and moods, which keeps the space interesting and fresh,” he adds. “My favorite piece is the Modern Forms dining room light, which echoes the forms in the Michael Hoffman paintings flanking the bay window,” says Tina. “When you drive by the building at night, it gleams in the window—front and center. It was one of the first items we selected, and it set the tone for the rest of the home,” she sums.

Other special lighting features include the toe-kick lighting in the master bath that highlights a floating vanity, recessed lighting that shines down on Preston’s guitar collection in the music room and the glass bar cabinet that is lit from within to illuminate the bottles. In the living room, a large-scale patterned rug creates a lovely texture and anchors the entire space. The rounded edges of a pair of curvy swivel chairs and table lamps lend a soft touch and introduce a satisfying contrast against the straight lines of the ottoman, sofa and end tables. “We love cooking and entertaining intimate groups,” says Cindy. “The free-flowing spaces are functional and keep everyone engaged in the entertaining process. We spend most of our time in the living room—reading, talking, watching Netflix, drinking espresso in the morning or a glass of wine in the evening. The colors and design throughout our home are very pleasing to the eye and mind, so the space feels calm and soothing—almost like we are at a spa every day,” she laughs. In the master bath, the textured wall tile and contemporary fixtures feature clean lines and simple design but are still interesting enough to catch the eye. In the master bedroom, a herringbone-patterned Phillip Jeffries wallpaper surprisingly made of wood provides a stunning textural focal point. The designers intentionally kept the other finishes in the space sleek and simple to allow the wallpaper to remain the focus. “I especially love the juxtaposition of the heavily striated patterned

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Below: Special lighting features upstairs include the glass bar cabinet that illuminates the bottles from within and the music studio’s directional ceiling lights that focus on Preston’s guitar collection. Opposite page master bedroom and bath: The master bedroom’s lavish layering of textures includes a chevronpatterned Phillip Jeffries wallpaper made of wood. In the master bathroom, the undulating wall tile echoes the look of the bedroom wallpaper and plays well against the warm wood cabinets and polished surfaces.

MUSIC IS AN ESSENTIAL PART OF OUR LIVES, AND WE HAVE MUSICIANS OVER FREQUENTLY TO PLAY —Preston wallpaper against the bold color-blocked bed pillows,” says Lauren. “We had fun designing these pillows—the modern graphic style was a first for us,” she adds. The floating glass staircase, which informed the home’s overall design, became the ultimate centerpiece of the condo with its black stone wall behind it and showstopping floating treads and glass railing. Accent lighting glows from above, giving dramatic depth and texture to the stone. In addition, the cabinetry upstairs was built to showcase the pieces in and on them, such as the bottles in the glass bar and the guitars hanging on the wall in the music room. “Music is an essential part of our lives, and we have musicians over frequently to play,” says Preston. “Being able to have a guitar display room is a wonderful way to enjoy the beauty of each instrument—and I am much more apt to play each of them regularly versus just the one or two that are out of their cases,” he notes. “We love the feel of the entire unit, and every room has unique design elements that keep it feeling fresh and exciting,” says Cindy. “We enjoyed working with Tina and Lauren—they kept it fun and inspiring throughout the entire process and were able to pull everything together in such a beautiful manner,” she adds. “We are so happy with the results and love to show it off.”” See stlouishomesmag.com for resources and additional photos.

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By Kim Hill Photography Megan Lorenz Interior Design Accent on Cabinets, Relative Design Architect Lauren Strutman Architects Builder Jeffrey Homes

Old-home feel Newly built, beautifully detailed home reflects its owners’ love and admiration for the craftsmanship and character found in older houses.

Nancy Georgen recently gave a tour of her home to a client of her interior designer and friend Julie Bruns Haloftis. The client marveled at the condition of what she believed was a renovated home. “I said, ‘it should be in great condition because it’s new,’ Nancy laughs. “People absolutely think it’s the best restored house in the city.” Such are the reactions to Nancy and her husband Michael’s new home, which reflects their love of the traditional architecture found in older houses. The Georgens previously lived in a 2 ½-story, 100-year-old Tudor in University Hills. But as they neared retirement, they found themselves using only half the rooms in the 5,000-square-foot house. “We felt there could be a new, young family filling up that house instead of two empty-nesters rambling around in it,” the homeowners say. Putting the tuck-under garage on ground level or adding an elevator so they could get to their second-floor bedroom weren’t practical renovations if they stayed. Yet, as they contemplated building a home that would allow them to age in place, they didn’t want to give up the architectural details found in the old homes they loved so much. With meticulous research, careful planning and the right design team, the Georgens now have a new, beautifully crafted brick-and-limestone home that blends seamlessly with its neighbors in Old Town Clayton. “It’s a new old house,” says Haloftis, owner of Relative Design. “And it has a very historical, old-home feel.” Working with a team that included Haloftis, architect Lauren Strutman, builder Jeff Bernstein of Jeffrey Homes, and Kathy Israel, owner of Accent on Cabinets, the Georgens presented their wish

Opposite page: Plato Woodwork crafted the rift sawn white oak cabinets featuring a Shaker-style door with a decorative inside bead. Kathy Israel notes Plato Woodwork was founded in 1893. “I think that’s a cool concept that we used a company that could have made cabinets original to a 1920s house,” she says, noting the Georgens’ desire to honor that aesthetic. The Modern-Aire range hood of hammered stainless steel on the banding ups the drama in the warm and inviting kitchen. This page: Old and new marry well in the dining room chandelier. Leaded glass crystals were removed from a broken 1930s chandelier and added to a new fixture from Wilson Lighting. “When you add the old crystals, it looks like a restored light,” says homeowner Nancy Georgen, who has owned the dining room table and chairs for decades. The sideboard is vintage Ethan Allen, while the hand-knotted rug is also from the homeowner’s collection.

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list for the new home. At the top of the list was the ability to age in place, which meant a ground-level, attached garage; defined rooms but with an open flow between them; and options to turn a main-floor room into a bedroom if necessary. A second-floor laundry, Jack-and-Jill design in the secondary bathrooms, and an elevator shaft were also on the wish-list. The elevator itself hasn’t been installed (“We wanted to walk stairs for now. They’re good for you,” says Nancy) but the option is there. Functionality was important, but the feel of the home even more so. “They had a very specific goal to make sure the house was consistent with existing, older styles of homes,” says builder Jeff Bernstein. “She didn’t want a front-entry garage and even compromised on the width of the house, but it was important that the house looked as if it had been built years ago.” Details such as keystone archways, leaded glass windows and plinth blocks on door trim nod to an earlier time. The Georgens and the design team were also able to repurpose and revitalize salvaged materials such

Opposite page: The solid bronze chandelier, crafted in 1928, was restored and rewired to take center stage in the traditionally minded living room. The arched fireplace mantel and surround, made of Wassmer Studios cast stone, mimics limestone. The keystone detail is carried through the archways between rooms and on the home’s exterior. Homeowner Michael Georgen crafted leaded glass windows on either side of the fireplace. This page top: A silver-plated pendant light with the original etched glass shines in an upstairs guest bath. Determining a Greek key pattern for the border tile would be too busy, the homeowners and design team opted for the simplicity of a double row of black and white square tiles bordering the white hexagon tile floor. This page left: The flip top desk in a guest bedroom belonged to Nancy Georgen’s maternal grandmother. “It’s easily 100 years old,” says Nancy. Michael Georgen made the Tiffany-style lampshade. “He’s very handy,” Nancy admires.

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as antique lights, Vitrolite tile and old cabinet doors. Some of these salvaged elements came from homes the Georgens had renovated for rental properties and that Nancy had been saving for decades. A 1928 solid bronze chandelier, for example, was hanging in the dining room of their University Hills home when they moved in more than 20 years ago. It was removed and kept “in my pile of things that I wanted to be able to use one day,” says Nancy. Restored and rewired, it now hangs in the new home’s living room. Likewise, a 1930s crystal chandelier was taken down from a house the Georgens renovated in University City. “The chandelier was broken but the leaded glass crystals were in perfect shape and just beautiful,” the homeowner notes. She kept the crystals, which were added to a new chandelier from Wilson Lighting and hung in the dining room. “When you add the old crystals, it looks like a restored light,” says Nancy. One of their favorite pieces is an Art Deco, etched milk glass light in the entry foyer. It, too, came from their previous house. “The lighting we have helps capture the feeling of an old house,” the homeowners say. A 90-year-old house originally stood where the Georgens’ new home stands today. Before the old house was taken down, four Arts and Crafts glass doors were salvaged, then restored, painted and repurposed as the cabinet doors for built-in bookshelves in an upstairs loft office. “I wanted to take a piece of the original house on this site and have it in our house,” says Nancy. “It’s good karma.” Similarly, the Georgens had salvaged leaded glass panels from a house they owned; these panels were repurposed as doors for

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Opposite page top: “We designed the primary bedroom suite for aging in place,” says homeowner Nancy Georgen. A doorless adjacent room can be used for an office, sitting room or even a nursery. The Victorian-era wood platform rocker with green velvet upholstery belonged to Nancy’s grandmother. The hand-knotted rug is from Ageless Rug Treasures. Opposite page bottom (Office): Details such as the beveled plinth block on the door trim add to the period look of the home. “It’s the little things we did to get the old house feel,” says Nancy. Hakwood European oak flooring leads to the sitting room in the primary bedroom suite. The kidney-shaped desk belonged to Nancy’s paternal grandmother. Michael Georgen crafted the Arts and Crafts-style lampshade; the lamp base is from Brody’s. This sitting room is a favorite of Nancy’s, who grew up very near her current home. “My parents had their bedroom on the second floor of our house with a little sitting room off the back of it, and the view from our sitting room is almost identical to what theirs was,” says Nancy. This page top: Durable, low-maintenance porcelain tile on the floor and wall mimics the look of marble. The Vaughn sconces lend an Art Deco flair to the primary bathroom. Left: To capture the look of an older home, limestone sills and arches accent the exterior brick laid in the American bond pattern. The custom front door of rift sawn white oak and seeded glass opens to the entry foyer of Hakwood imported European oak laid in a herringbone pattern. Overhead, an etched milk glass light fixture hints at the restored lighting and other antique treasures utilized throughout the home.

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built-in white oak cabinets in the billiards room. “When you have doors that are 100 years old with new cabinets, you can’t just put anything in there,” says Kathy Israel. “We sent a door to Plato Woodwork, who made these cabinets, and they made it all work together.” The same house yielding the leaded glass panels surrendered another treasure—white and black Vitrolite tile from its kitchen. An opaque structural glass manufactured from about 1900 through 1947, slick, shiny Vitrolite epitomizes Art Deco and Art Moderne movements. In the Georgen home, the tiles found new life on the walls and as an arched frame bordering the mirror in a second-floor bathroom. Another upstairs bathroom, en suite to its adjacent guest bedroom, features a century-old, silver-plated pendant light with etched glass. The restored silver light pairs with chrome fixtures and a double row of black and white square tiles bordering the white hexagon tile floor. New construction provides the opportunity for advancements in energy efficiency. A geothermal system heats and cools the new home for one-fourth of the cost of their 100-year-old Tudor. The system includes a UV air scrubber and HEPA filter—pre-COVID decisions that Nancy calls “fortuitous now that we are all so aware of germs.” “There is so much character in older homes that when you go in one, especially one that might be slated for demo, it’s almost like striking gold when you find a treasure,” says Israel. “Nancy and Mike’s knowledge of these old homes and their years of teamwork in owning these old homes shows in bringing character to a home that’s brand new.” See stlouishomesmag.com for resources and additional photos.

Opposite page: Leaded glass panels salvaged from a tear-down were repurposed as doors for built-in white oak cabinets in the billiards room. “When you have doors that are 100 years old with new cabinets, you can’t just put anything in there,” says Kathy Israel, owner of Accent on Cabinets. “We sent the door to Plato Woodwork, who made these cabinets, and they made it all work together.” Custom pool table by A.E. Schmidt. Above: An opaque structural glass manufactured in the early 20th century, slick, shiny Vitrolite epitomizes the Art Deco and Art Moderne movements. Vitrolite tiles salvaged from a tear-down found new life in the Georgen home on the walls in an upstairs bathroom and as an arched frame bordering the mirror. Porcelain and chrome cabinet handles add to the vintage vibe.

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ABOVE & BEYOND After years of trial and error, this homeowner found the perfect blend of English and Asian gardening influences for her University City yard. By Lucyann Boston

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It is a huge leap over land and sea from a tiny garden plot in Scarborough, Yorkshire, England, to a .4 acre, waterfall-accented landscape in University City. Christine Mackey-Ross has done that with such agility and water wings that the Missouri Botanical Garden selected her welcoming, color-accented front yard and serene, architectural back yard to be displayed as part of the organization’s 2020 garden tour. It is a gardening achievement she calls “above and beyond.” As a small child in England, Christine marveled at the vegetables her grandfather managed to grow on a small plot of land. Then, he gave her a tiny plot of her own. “I think I have loved gardening ever since,” she says. Christine came to St. Louis when then McDonnell Douglas (now Boeing) lured her father, a British engineer, from the United Kingdom to the United States. She began gardening in earnest when she and her husband Jim owned their first house in University City, which had a much smaller yard.

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Very near where she currently lives, it was a garden, she recalls, that cost very little money but was heavy on sweat equity. “I joined garden clubs. I got things from neighbors. People in this neighborhood give things away. My husband jokes that the only reason we moved from that house was because I had finished the garden. “I call the other house my ‘starter garden,’” she continues. “By the time I moved to this house (20 years ago), I had learned a number of lessons.” First and foremost, Christine emphasizes, is “take time to get the soil right (amending poor soil with organic matter) so you are not fighting it the whole time you are gardening.” A close second would be to “go with what you have and live with the limitations that nature gives you in terms of light and drainage before you put too much into your garden. It really takes a year and you have to look all year. If you don’t get the soil, light and

drainage right at the beginning, you’re going to be wasting a lot of money.” The front of her house, which she shares with neighbors and passersby, Christine infused with color and an abundance of shapes and textures creating “an English cottage look because that’s what I grew up with.” In the spring hot pink azaleas provide a backdrop for mounds of pale pink dianthus. Even when nothing is in bloom, red-leafed Japanese maples provide constant color amidst lush green foliage. Large, blown-glass globes in glowing primary colors along with Japanese lanterns provide a party-like ambience on ordinary days and comfortable red and yellow Adirondack chairs draw a visitor’s eye. Likenesses of small animals tucked among the plants add a touch of whimsy. The one-story drop-off from the front of the house to the back presented a major landscaping challenge. Working on the project herself, she initially overcame that obstacle with a series of terraces that made the severe hill less treacherous. “ After living with that solution for a period of time, she had a change of heart. “I wanted to do something quite different. I wanted a more restful, Asian feeling,” she recalls. “Working with landscaper Mark Files, who shared her vision, she added a collection of Japanese maples and distinctive, architectural conifers for four-season interest. Other favorites are two twisting, turning contorted filberts also known as “Harry Lauder’s Walking Sticks.” More dramatically, however, they brought in five tons of rock to turn Christine’s terraces into a story-high waterfall. Wide stone steps alongside the rushing water allow a visitor to descend gradually from the front to the back yard. Low-growing, bright green sedum and feathery ferns soften the edges of the stone and blend the rock into the overall landscape. Christine describes the waterfall as “magic,” even in winter when the surface freezes but water continues to flow underneath. “It has two pumps,” she explains. “In the winter we keep it running at half strength because it has attracted so much wildlife, and they depend on it. We have a pair of owls who have mated and a falcon.

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You need to garden with the real intention of how you are impacting the future... —Christine “One thing gardening has taught me is that it is a process” she reflects. "You can get a sense of completion when you finish a task, but it is never over.” With the extremes of climate in Missouri, “you have to go with what works. You have to introduce an element of native plants in your garden, particularly if you want three seasons of color. While she loves heuchera/coral bells with its foliage that comes in a variety of lush colors from vivid purple to bright orange and rich gold, she warns that they can be hard to grow. “They can be fussy but if you find one that does well, they really add a splash of color to your garden.” She also stresses the importance of planting, what she calls “legacy trees: big-tent canopy trees” that will come to maturity for future generations, not during the time that current homeowners garden on the property. “You need to garden with the real intention of how you are impacting the future,” she believes. Her back yard includes two ginkgoes, oaks and a very tall locust “I grew from seed in a pot. I’m really proud of that.”

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When it comes to gardening mistakes, she cautions against planting anything that can become invasive via seeds carried by birds or spreading rhizomes. Included on her list are loosestrife, cleome/spider flower, star-of-Bethlehem, and lily of the valley. She continues to fight against a stand of inherited honeysuckle and battle previously existing bamboo that was not a problem until she installed an irrigation system. “I do one big project a year and this year’s is digging a trench around the bamboo,” she notes ruefully. As time goes on, she has relied more on perennials than annuals. I love annuals and I do use them for splashes of color, but my goal has been to use fewer. I used to use 10 flats a year. Now I am down to two or three.” While it might seem that simply keeping up with her garden is a full-time job, Christine spends the majority of her days as the head of an employment firm that searches out senior leaders for hospitals and schools of medicine. “It used to involve traveling four days a week; now it involves endless Zoom calls,” she quips. She brings in help for major projects and mulching but still does much of the work herself. Gardening she finds helps her relieve the stress of a high-pressure job. Not only is she surrounded by the beauty of nature, “You can weed for a couple of hours and accomplish something,” she notes. See stlouishomesmag.com for resources and additional photos.

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ORNAMENTAL GRASSES

Edited by Moe Godat

Adding ORNAMENTAL GRASSES to your garden is a perfect way to both add interest and take up some extra space with low-maintenance plants! Here are some of our local landscapers’ favorites.

With gracefully arching, dark green foliage, the Pennisetum alopecuroides “Red Head” routinely turns heads even before its huge, smoky-rose plumes appear in late summer. Like most ornamental grasses, “Red Head” prefers rich soil but is quite adaptable so long as it gets adequate moisture. Best planted in full sun in early summer, but make sure you place these plants well since they root deeply and are a challenge to dig up and transplant. Cut it down to about 2 to 3 inches every year in the first week of March. Kathie Hoyer, Bowood Farms.

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Our favorite ornamental grass is Foerster's Feather Reed Grass, or Calamagrostis x acutiflora “Karl Foerster.” You can create a stunning vertical effect with feathery stalks that emerge reddish brown in spring and turn a rich golden color in fall. This grass blooms two to three weeks earlier than common feather reed grass. Foerster’s Feather thrives in wet soils, yet tolerates drier conditions, and its stalks make great cut flowers. Its sterile seeds do not produce unwanted seedlings. David Sherwood, Sherwood’s Forest Nursery.

Pennisetum alopecuroides, aka fountain grass, is a warm seasonal grass with a compact, round arching habit. It’s easy to grow, prefers the sun and will tolerate drought once established. It blooms mid to late summer, and is noted for its foxtail-like flower. There are many excellent cultivars available; a favorite is “Moudry,'' noted for its distinctive dark purple spikes. Timberwinds Nursery.

Schizachyrium scoparium, “The Blues,” Little Bluestem is best planted in a landscape berm, rock garden or foundation planting. It performs best with full sun exposure. It also provides yearround interest with its electric blue foliage and shots of red stems. In the fall, you can expect a brilliant show of color from this grass. Plant this between frost dates from the end of April to mid-October. It has a low water requirement; once this plant is established, it performs well with minimal water needs and shows great drought resistance. Avoid using too much fertilizer and water as well as insufficient sunlight, as these can cause the plant to flop. Justin Verbryck, Frisella Nursery.

Our favorite is the Shenandoah Switchgrass; known for its pink plumes and burgundy tint in the fall, it brings gorgeous color to your garden. Once established, this grass only needs occasional watering though it will require more in the first year. It does best in full-sun locations, and it is fast growing. Shenandoah Switchgrass grows to around four feet tall and two to three feet wide when in full bloom. We recommend using this as a border plant or for erosion control. Max Snyder, Schmittel’s Nursery.

A beloved Missouri native grass, Little Bluestem, Schizachyrium scoparium, forms upright clumps of slender blue-green leaves that are tinged bluer at the base. Summer through fall, its leaves and stems are an ever-changing color show, displaying hues of gray-green, blue, pink, purple, copper, mahogany, red and orange. Little Bluestem is a tough and dependable clumping grass that blends well with other sun-loving perennials such as coneflowers, black-eyed-susans, blazing star and other grasses. An important pollinator plant, Little Bluestem is a larval host for a variety of butterflies and moths. Native to North America, it was one of the dominant grasses of the vast tall-grass prairies. They are easy to grow in full sun in average soil and are deer resistant. Ann Lapides, Sugar Creek Gardens.

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By Catherine Martin, Missouri Botanical Garden.

Photography by Sundos Schneider

SPRING BLOSSOMS

Missouri Botanical Garden’s extensive cherry tree collection is about to bloom; learn more about where to find them in the Garden this spring!

Photography by Kristina Schall DeYong

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The Garden’s living collection includes more than 150 cherry trees—representing more than 30 different species, cultivars, and hybrids.Along with the popular yoshino cherry, substantial plantings of weeping Higan cherry, the double-flowered Kanzan cherry and cherry plum can be found throughout the Japanese Garden. Of the 50 or so yoshino cherries at the Missouri Botanical Garden, 20 trace their lineage directly to the trees in Washington, DC. Those trees were presented to the Garden in 2012 by the Consulate General of Japan as part of a ceremony to mark the 100th anniversary of the original gift. Typically, the Garden’s cherry collection hits its peak around the first week of April. However, a wide range of environmental factors can affect bloom time. Records kept by the Garden show a peak bloom can happen as early as March 23, or as late as April 17. Keep an eye on the Garden's social media channels for bloom updates!

Where to find them: The bulk of the cherry trees are in the Japanese Garden, but cherry trees can be found in other locations, including near the Kemper Center for Home Gardening.

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Modern vs. Contemporary When you ask most people the difference between modern and contemporary design, they draw a blank. While the two design styles are easy to confuse, there’s one easy way to tell the difference: the age of the style itself. Modern design appeared in the early 20th century and follows more concrete design guidelines. Contemporary refers to whatever is current in design, focusing on new and innovative ideas. Many designers aiming for a contemporary home will use references to the modern interior design style mixed with new advancements.

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SPOTLIGHT Art Modern art expresses feeling in bold colors and unlikely forms rather than through realism. When choosing art for your space, focus on the colors that speak to you most. These colors will often lead to accessory choices throughout your space. Large art pieces with either a minimal frame or none at all works as an anchor in an otherwise neutral room. Avoid gallery walls, as they can appear cluttered. Striving for Simplicity Though modern homes are known for clean lines and sleek surfaces, you can still make them comfortable! The best way to achieve comfort in your modern design is through simplicity; the design style itself embraces minimalist values of no-fuss and less clutter, creating a productive and calming environment. One simple way to achieve a more modern aesthetic is avoiding ornate architectural designs like molding or decorative woodwork on cabinetry.

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Between the Clean Lines Sleek surfaces are complemented by modern clean lines in furniture and architecture. Architecturally, you can add interest to your home with cylindrical columns that create clear, vertical lines in a space. Add horizontal lines of focus with a modern fireplace or restrained furniture. When choosing furniture, avoid bold patterns and prints. Consider using a plain performance fabric on sofas to avoid unwanted stains. Natural Highlights Modern interior design focuses a lot on lighting, though it isn’t as obvious as some other design styles. Having a well-lit space doesn’t require large pendants or elaborate chandeliers, but rather takes a softer approach. Focus on function! Large windows during sunny days will allow plenty of light in to showcase your space.

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Designed to a T A kitchen remodel makes more room for family and entertaining.

By Melissa Mauzy Photography by Megan Lorenz Kitchen Design: Alspaugh Kitchen & Bath

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Family was the focus of this recent kitchen remodel. The homeowners’ goal was to create an open and flowing entertainment space for family gatherings that included a large island for seating for their grandchildren. Ken Henry, premier designer at Alspaugh Kitchen & Bath since 1986, reimagined the kitchen changing the design from a U-shape with a peninsula and tiny island to an L-shape space with a large T-shaped island. “The old kitchen was cut off from the family room and had a tiny island,” Henry explains. “The finishes were dated and the staggered heights of the wall cabinets was distracting.” The wall between the family room and kitchen was removed to open up the space. After refinishing the wood floors with a more current stain, the soft transitional style of the kitchen took shape. Greige cabinets emanate warmth into the new kitchen. White quartz countertops with subtle gray veining line the perimeter, while darker gray quartz with large-scale white veining adds drama to the island top and bar area, where Henry was able to match up the veins to run up the backsplash. Henry says the boldness of the island quartz would have been too much for the perimeter. “The white quartz with gray veining is much smaller and more subtle so it lets the island top shine,” he explains. Plus, Henry notes, the contrast of the ash gray paint on the custom range hood is much more distinctive against the white background.

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The oversized T-shape island is the hub of the kitchen. The homeowner did not want two islands, but she wanted to maximize usable work space and seating for the grandkids in one area. Henry came up with the T-shape concept. “The T-shape gave the homeowner that flexibility without creating a huge monstrosity of an island where you can’t reach the middle to clean,” he says. The shape also provides better traffic flow to the table and into the living room. The island houses the homeowner’s requested appliances including the sink with two dishwashers on each side and a pull-out waste cabinet creating a “cleaning station”. A microwave drawer is also in the island and hidden from the family room view. Other unique storage in the kitchen include pull-out spice and oil units on either side of the range top. A tilt-up lid-stay door above the refrigerator makes accessing

that cabinet easier. Two appliance garages are tucked to the corners to maximize countertop space and keep clutter at a minimum. A small butler’s pantry marks the transition to the living room and includes a bar sink and wine cooler. Henry selected matching light fixtures in both areas and chose mostly warm gray and neutral finishes so the spaces complemented one another. “ The most important consideration to bridge the two spaces was making sure there was enough distance between the kitchen cabinetry and the family room furniture to distinguish them as separate spaces even though they are entirely open,” Henry says. The soft neutral tones and simple clean lines of the kitchen effortlessly transition into the adjoining entertainment spaces making the ideal spot to enjoy with family. See stlouishomesmag.com for resources and additional photos. STLOUISHOMESMAG.COM

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WINDOW TO THE WORLD By Karen Cernich Dickhut Photography by Anne Matheis Interior design by MJM Design Company

One of the first things you notice when you walk into the room addition at Jacque Richmond’s St. Charles’ home are the brightly colorful window panels: Uzbek Suzani, sourced by Vintage Rug Land in Instanbul, Turkey. Each is unique, and they set the tone. This room is about vibrancy and energy. It was built for dance parties with live musicians, game nights and family dinners so large that 20-plus people can eat at the same long table, and, like the rest of Jacque’s home, it’s an eclectic mix of cultures with furniture and accessories from her travels around the world. Joyce Mathis of MJM Design Company, who designed the space, has worked with Jacque on redesigns of her kitchen, bedrooms and master bathroom, and was excited to team up again for this addition, 20 by 38 feet, a project inspired by Jacque’s travels to Morocco and an annual dance party that she holds every January. The beauty of the room is in the details, says Joyce — the pierced carved panels from various Central American and Indonesian countries that are displayed on the cornices, Bamileke Juju hats sourced by various artisans, a Sumatran bird and an antique Moroccan mirror, both sourced by Tierra del Lagarto and the Rajasthani temple ceiling panel. The walls are painted Sherwin Williams Irish Cream, which makes all the color in the panels, pillows and accessories stand out. The attention to detail continues in the new butler’s pantry, 8 by 20 feet, located just off the main room. It is where all of the catering and entertaining equipment is stored, but there’s nothing utilitarian about this space. A hanging pierced lantern/chandelier is just inside the entry,

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and inside the cabinets, the dishware (Vietri, Poppy and Vietri, Old St. Nick) looks more like art than something to eat off of. The furniture is sparse but meaningful: an antique Mughal daybed, a refreshed antique that Jacque purchased on the outskirts of the Boudhanath Stupa in Nepal and an antique Chinese Butterfly Style cabinet sourced by the Golden Triangle. There’s also a pair of mission-style chairs and built-in window seats with lighted cubbies underneath filled with games. All of it is easily pushed aside for the dance parties, Joyce notes, and there are floor outlets where the musicians set up. Much of the furniture and decór were hand-picked and discovered by Jacque herself, Joyce says. “The main pieces are all her vision.” Joyce pulled everything together into a cohesive design. The end result is a space fit for entertaining and fun. See stlouishomesmag.com for resources.

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Cruising the Gems of Northern Italy Right now is il momento perfetto for a river cruise in Italy. By Gina Christman Photography provided by Uniworld River Cruises

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ith Venice’s recent ban on large cruise ships and the strict limits set on day trippers, Uniworld Boutique River Cruise’s “Gems of Northern Italy” could not present a better, or easier, option for which to savor the city and its surrounds. The host ship, Uniworld’s S.S. La Venezia, embarks in Venice, then sails the islands of the Venice Lagoon and part of the Po River before returning to Venice. And this is the easy part: from the moment you’ve cleared customs at Marco Polo airport, the Uniworld team is right there to spoil you until it’s time to catch your flight home. The ship’s renovation in 2020 turned out a rich interpretation of Venetian heritage noticeable when you first step onto the ship. The welcoming lobby, anchored by an upholstered settee in the center, shows off rich marble floors and a double circular staircase for a bit of early 20th century drama. The trifecta of Fortuny-inspired fabrics, Murano glass and plush velvet upholstery throughout the ship lends a classical glamor to the decor, yet it feels very modern and fresh. Staterooms feature handcrafted Savoir® beds of England (swoon) along with Asprey London bath amenities, and more storage space than most river ships offer.

Uniworld Boutique River Cruises was voted 2021’s number one river cruise line by Travel + Leisure earning the highest score of any cruise line, river or ocean, and a stay aboard the S.S. La Venezia supports this rating in every way imaginable. Although the interiors are unparalleled in their aesthetic appeal and the cuisine is world-class, it’s the bottomless passion of the staff that is truly on another level. This is a floating boutique hotel for fewer than 126 guests with one of the highest staff-to-guest ratios on the rivers. That’s as intimate and indulgent as you can get. Food is always central to a cruise, and Uniworld’s river ships are known for it. In Venice, guests have a chance to accompany the ship’s chef team to the Rialto market to watch their careful selection of the freshest produce and seafood. Back on board, farm-to-ship cuisine—breakfast, lunch and dinner—is served in the Ristorante Rialto. La Cantinetta, the “hidden gem” private dining area, can be reserved for private dinners of up to eight people and there is a pizza café, Cielo’s, on the upper deck, available by reservation. The proverbial red carpet rolls out for each of S.S. La Venezia’s bespoke excursions, starting in Venice for a

Left: Uniworld’s S.S. La Venezia cruises on Italy’s Po River. Below: The plush gathering spot on ship, Hari’s Bar.

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private guided tour of Palazzo Ducale (Doge Palace) and an exclusive twilight tour of St. Mark’s Basilica. On a visit to the fishing village of Chioggia, “Little Venice,” at the south end of the Lagoon, indulge in local culture with a Bragozzo boat ride or a bike tour. A mile-long market is set up in the city’s main street, Corso del Popola, where pop-up stalls sell everything from clothing to kitchen gadgets. At one end of the street is the giant fish market, and at the other is Piazzetta Vigo where you’ll find bars, souvenir shops and, sometimes, live entertainment. So many things to see and do! Enjoy a wine and beer tasting at the circa 1710 country estate Ca’ Zen alongside the Po River and learn make pasta from scratch in Bologna. In Murano, watch the glassmaking artisans and splurge on a piece or two of the world-famous glass. Farther north on the Lagoon is the island of Burano with its bright crayon-colored houses and renowned lace shops lining the streets. Burano connects to Mazzorbo island by footbridge—a stroll through Mazzorbo is at once exhilarating and soothing. There is enough free time built into the schedule for independent exploration—go shopping or pop into a bar (what Italians call a café) for a leisurely espresso or Prosecco. Or, opt to stay on board and relax on the sundeck with an Aperol Spritz, the official cocktail of Venice. Even in these challenging times, Italy remains the number one travel destination in 2021, according to the latest Virtuoso poll. Feel free to book in comfort, though, as the pandemic winds down and protocols change (almost daily) new health and safety measures are likely to stay around for a while. Venice turns 1,600 this year and is still going strong but is moving at a much slower pace. Italians are ready for company, and Uniworld is calling, uniworld.com.

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Top: One of the ship’s four 214 sq. ft. suites. There are also two grand suites and 57 staterooms. Middle: The casual pizza café on the upper deck, Cielo’s. Bottom: The bespoke lobby of the ship was designed by Bea Tollman, founder and president of Uniworld’s parent company, and her daughter Toni.

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Family Fun By KA Designworks. This generous family game room in Snowmass Village, Colorado, features a ribbon fireplace, wall-mounted TV, ping pong table and bar. With floor-to-ceiling glass windows, the space flows into expansive exterior patios and integrates into the surrounding mountain landscape. Photography by Aubree Dallas and Ruth Harris, Dallas & Harris Photography.

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Luxury Entertaining By Toll Brothers. Toll Brothers at Inspirada in Henderson, Nevada, features a stylish entertaining space for a luxury lifestyle. Contemporary lighting accents, accent walls and built-ins create the ultimate game room design. Photography by Toll Brothers.

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Chill Spot By Concept Design. This room was designed for a pro athlete as a place to chill. The designer added a roll-up garage door and ping pong table to extend the game room.

We Game to Please By Tracy Lynn Studio. This game room reflects the light and bright feel of the rest of the home. With a primarily cool palette of whites and blues, the reclaimed wood beams, tongue-and -groove ceilings and oak flooring adds a dose of warmth to the space. Accents of darker finishes help to ground things.

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Oceanside Rec Room By SAGA Realty & Construction. The indoor entertainment area of the Transcendence vacation home on the Outer Banks includes sweeping ocean views, an elevator, rec room with arcade games and pool table, an indoor bar and theater room.

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Rustic Elegant By The Suite Shoppe. Crystal and brick meld perfectly in this rustic-elegant game room. A tin wrapped gathering table and vintage pommel horse inspired benches offer the perfect spot to serve food and drinks while guests cheer on gamers at the swanky skee ball machine. Photography by Access Real Estate Photography.

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All About the Games Available at Amini’s. The stunning Atherton collection by California House includes pool tables, shuffleboards and much more. The collection combines modern design with traditional silhouettes for a clean design. Photography courtesy of California House.

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Allied Maker, New York City, New York Photography by Nicole Franzen

Once a dentist’s office in Manhattan, this beautifully lit space became the perfect showroom for Allied Maker’s first retail space. Allied Maker wanted a brick-and-mortar store in the area to showcase their lighting products, all of which are designed and manufactured in Long Island. The husband and wife founding duo of Allied Maker enlisted the help of Mesarch Studio. The Brooklyn-based architecture firm worked with the owners to design the showroom’s interior; they took inspiration from the deep windows of Le Corbusier’s Ronchamp chapel in France, echoing the building’s dramatic shapes into the series of arched nooks made for lighting displays and openings between rooms. Large, street-facing windows let in plenty of natural light, so pale oak flooring and neutral walls keep the showroom light and airy. Circular benches of green and orange provide interest and setting for visitors. The upper floor exhibits exposed brickwork along its rear wall to provide contrast to its otherwise simple finishes. The ground floor kitchen also holds interesting details, such as a pale grey terrazzo countertops in the kitchen and two semi-circular wall lights.

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Atrium | London, England Design by Studio RHE Photography by Bjarte Rettedal

When Atrium made the decision to move from selling modern furniture to fine lighting, they wanted their showroom in Centre Point Tower to celebrate this monumental switch for the company. The new lighting showroom designed by Studio RHE exhibits the best of lighting both during the day and at night. Studio RHE began with an interactive open space with a central reception area in mind that could easily be converted into a darkened showroom. To achieve this two-in-one space, they created hinged, jigsaw-like rotating walls with bright green edges. The rotating walls allow natural light to stream in throughout the day, can be closed for a dramatic light display at night and overall transforms the space’s street view on a daily basis. Reclaimed railway sleepers lead from the window to the bar and event space, above which more lights are displayed, mounted on geometric shapes with green edges. Studio RHE chose to use both high-gloss and matte or wooden materials to show how light plays on each surface. Now completed, the showroom highlights the best of Atrium’s new look.

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Dedicated to producing thoughtfully designed and meticulously engineered lighting solutions, Juniper wanted their new SoHo showroom to provide a full hospitality experience as well as display their product in the best light. The CEO and Founder of Juniper, Shant Madjarian, said they wanted designers to see the quality of each product in a safe and socially distanced manner. Each space showcases lighting in a new and inventive way, from their welcoming lounge area to the intimate residential vignettes on the showroom’s southern side. The decor chosen for the space accentuates Juniper’s own use of natural materials in their light fixtures, so sleek planters and wooden side tables show the origin and intent of their products. The light fixtures throughout the showroom are used to create functional works of art; oversized circles frame each to make them decorative focal points. This New York showroom presents lighting made in a Connecticut where each piece is developed and produced locally. In both their lighting and their approach to showroom design, they want to express their commitment to craftsmanship and organic simplicity.

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Within REACH While bedside lamps have always seemed to be the go-to solution for late-night reading, lately we’ve noticed the emergence of BEDSIDE SCONCES across St. Louis. Local design professionals give us their opinion on whether this is just a passing phase or here to stay. Edited by Moe Godat © Sergey Nazarov | Dreamstime.com

Classic I've been using bedside sconces for over 45 years and don't see them as trendy. The reason you are seeing them more now is because there are so many more to choose from, and with LED bulbs, you can get more light in just the right spot for those who like to read in bed. Sometimes there is no room or very little room for a table because of space limitations such as with bunk beds. I don't see them going anywhere! Arlene Lilie, Arlene Lilie Interior Design. In general, lighting has become sophisticated in the past few years. Up lights to create ambience, toe kick, steps and wayfinding lighting guide you through your home in the dark, eliminating the need to turn on bright, overhead fixtures. Bedside sconces have become part of that trend. They provide a softer light than overhead multi-bulb fixtures. The light is easily accessible when needed yet can be moved out of the way when it is time to go to sleep. Adjustable sconce lights can be a blessing to couples when one of them wants to stay up to work or read while the other just wants to curl up and go to sleep. For these reasons, I feel they are a classic and here to stay. CJ Knapp, Yours by Design.

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I really enjoy the extra light. I especially like them when they are swing arms or directional, so you can really use the extra light for reading. I also like them with pretty bedside lamps on a bedside table. They keep the bedside table clear if you need extra space. I don’t think they are a craze, I think they’re just a good look for the person who likes them. Dede Fratt, Fratt & Bush LLC.

Bedside sconces are a classic. They are always a great answer for a smaller space; they can also be used when the top of the nightstand is too crowded! Teddy Karl, The Great Cover-Up.

Good lighting will always be a classic design element, and wall sconces are a great option for bedside lighting. Bedside sconces are great because they are functional, practical and they save valuable space on the nightstand. There are several power source options such as hard Bedside sconces are a classic! Though they wiring into the wall, a wire plug-in option or haven’t been around as long as table lamps, battery-operated sconces. The style options the positives outweigh the negatives. The benefits of these sconces allows more space are endless as well as lighting needs in the and flexibility for decor and personal items to bedroom. A popular choice for the bedside is be utilized on the tops of the nightstands and the swing-arm sconce, which provides adjustable lighting for reading, sewing or other tasks. creates more opportunities for personal adjustments such as height and placement. The Bedside sconces offer many benefits and will remain a classic design element. Barbara look of the sconce can result in a striking focal point. They provide the necessary amount of Collins, Barbara Collins Interior Design. light without needing to light up the entire room, resulting in less energy consumption. With that said, sconces are not easy to switch out and require a licensed electrician to install them, but overall these challenges do not surpass the advantages that bedside sconces provide. Savannah Sells, Youtopia Designs.

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