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I’m no different than most of the The City Spaces home and design readers.

My husband and I just bought a new home and I can’t wait to personalize it, to make it ours. After looking at 75 homes (driving my husband nuts), we of course, bought the first one we saw. Following the exhausting home search, comparing every home we saw to the first, it was clear that the first home had the bones of everything on our “wish” list. I now look at magazines for inspiration and for local vendors who can inspire me as I make our house our dream home. Like you, I tab the pages, choose the look, pick the color and finally come up with a style that is only mine. I’m incredibly complicated, so there’s no “dictionary” name for my home style – I’m calling it “ModernTraditional-Glam-ish,” but if you know me, it could all change tomorrow. My living room is in the midst of a renovation and what has been a tough lesson in this home, is that my style has to meld with the style of the home. I’ve learned that each home has a voice, a feel that should be heard. Have you ever tried to decorate a space and it just feels wrong? It looked great in the showroom, great in the magazine pages you’ve pulled, but something’s off - it just isn’t working. Often we fight with the design of a home rather than going with the feel, then tweaking it to find a mutual design existence. I’m waiting for the day I walk into the living room, which is the focal point of my home, and have that “ah-ha” moment.

I hope that flipping through the Summer Spaces magazine both inspires you and puts you in the mood to start a new home project. If you’re like many of my friends, that means calling your favorite local interior designer, or if you know your decorating eye, put your talent together and get started.

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Back Yard Design: GINO FARINA with BLOOMING PARADISE

Backyard Paradise

T

he sweet smell of the first ignition of the fire on

shape at the base, all leading up to a dark wood ceiling. The pergola

the grill, the joy of the laughter of kids splashing

shelters a large built-in grill with a rounded patio table, all made of the

around in the pool, and the feel of the smooth

same stone and tile to complement. Behind this beauty of an outside

grass on your bare feet are all reminders of how

kitchen stands a large cantera stone fireplace which smells of joy and

life should be - simple.

laughter and even brought a pleasant smile to my face.

Veronica and Todd Flaherty came to Gino Farina, who owns the

Veronica says that while everything in her yard is definitely unique,

Blooming Paradise, with a cardinal touchstone: to have a cultivated

she says that she wanted everything to look natural; from the shape

lawn for the kids, with a pool and an entertainment area for friends

of the pool to the fireplace, everything Gino designed was made

and family that framed the view of the Franklin Mountains.

especially for the Flaherty family.

“We let him take control,” says Veronica, who explained that Farina

“He has these beautiful things in his mind, and he sees them in our

was excited and brimful of ideas for their backyard. Veronica says she

back yard,” says Veronica as she continued to explain that Farina is a

saw Farina’s passion and decided to trust in him and let him give them

well-travelled man whose influences are based on what he has seen all

the home turf they’ve always dreamed of.

over the world. Not only did Farina design the yard with his ideas, but he constructed the entire plan from start to finish. Bringing in all of his

The finished product – a step onto the sandy-toned travertine tile

own tools and employees, Farina’s work was all from his own business.

beneath their feet leading towards an alluring pool in the center. To the right, tan stones coming out from the pool forming a tall arch reaching

While it is a bit hot in the daytime, Veronica says that she waits for the

to the loft wall covered in lush vine arches. On the left, a large pergola

evening for a cooler environment in order to go out and enjoy the pool with

with cantera stone pillars, one in particular is sculpted to its natural

her kids, or even adult dinner parties. Her two kids, whom are older, still

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enjoy the grass area to play soccer in or have fun with the two family dogs.

You’d think that heaven on earth existed only in that spot, but guess what? There are two more levels to nirvana.

Another requirement that Veronica had for Farina was a garden. Passing a gate into the second tier of their backyard is an elevated garden with its very own watering system to keep Veronica’s vegetation healthy.

A sizeable garden is filled with seasonal vegetables such as jalapeños, cherry tomatoes, seedless watermelons and even mint. Her displays of flowers in the garden include an array of roses and petunias.

The third level, which is mostly gravel, has also been landscaped, adding fruit trees such as green apples, apricots and peaches. She explains that her and her husband formulated the trees to be on the third level with the knowledge of the trees’ immense height developing over time. They were conscious of the view of the mountains being blocked, so they believed that the placement of the trees was well suited.

“We were just blown away,” states Veronica. When she first saw her rejuvenated back yard, she was taken aback by the astonishing view that is her new back yard. She explains that she is glad to have let Farina take as much control as he did.

Summer is definitely in full effect, and while the Sun City enjoys its cool summer nights, it seems the Flaherty family is at the top of their game with their backyard paradise thanks to Farina of the Blooming Paradise.

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Photography by: BERNIE MAESE JR. Styled By: LADONNA APODACA

w o l a g n u B I Reinventing the

The California Bungalow, cohesive with its dark warm tones, was purchased by Trujillo in November of 2000. “None of this was here.

It was just a shell,” Trujillo recalls when he starts telling me the

n a quiet neighborhood in the Manhattan

history of the house. His real estate search to find the home that

Heights Historic District, a house on Elm

best suited him started and ended with the different historic districts

Street stands with the charisma that it has held since 1929.

in El Paso. “I love the older homes. I’ve always been keen to them.

I like them because you don’t see many that are alike. You see one

Owner, Michael Trujillo, opened up the wrought iron front doors and

and the second one is totally different.” We both agreed that steering

welcomed me to his home with a friendly and sincere smile, ushering

away from the “cookie-cutter” houses that are now built was the

me in as if I was an old friend. My eyes were quickly introduced to

best decision.

the dark décor: the large brown couches with multiple throw pillows positioned in the living room next to a remodeled fireplace, the

Trujillo and his partner of 12 years, Nathan Mitchell, have put their

hardwood floors stretched out across the entire house and the dark

personalities in this home to truly make it their own. “I just started

prominent dining room table.

going project to project, year to year,” Trujillo tells me about the long

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process. The first project was redoing the original hardwood floors,

The other great original features in the house were the claw-foot tubs.

and the most recent being the outside with the addition of the pool

“Those are the original claw-foot tubs that came with the house in

and vegetation.

1929. They’ve been sanded down and re-glossed,” Trujillo tells me.

“When I moved in they were in really bad shape. I love them.” The

The tour of the house, which has now been converted to four beds

white porcelain proves to be a great feature against the dark cabinets

and four baths, was a great picture of how something from 1929 could

and walls in both bathrooms. The juxtaposition between old and new

still thrive and function without having to be demolished. A lot of the

is seamless, as it is throughout the entire house.

décor and paintings were found and bought by Mitchell in secondhand stores. That décor includes the Romanesque busts seen in the

Speaking of new additions, Trujillo had contractors transform a small

dining room, the main bathroom and guest room. It also includes the

hole, that lead to what could have been the attic, into a bedroom and

multiple pieces of art hanging up of angels. “Nathan loves angels. I

loft area. The staircase, complete with the wrought iron design, also

hate angels. Everywhere you look there’s angels,” Trujillo laughs as

had to be added onto the house when the new loft was constructed.

he continues to give me the full tour of his home.

Trujillo says it’s his favorite room in the house. “Nathan and I spend most of our time up there,” he says. Though it’s not photographed,

Originally built with the house are the windows, the butler’s pantry and

the upstairs loft is another guest bedroom and sitting area with

the claw-foot tubs that are in two of the bathrooms. The original butler’s

beautiful antique furniture found by Mitchell. It also has an amazing

pantry featured white cabinets with glass doors; Trujillo had it redone to

octagon window that opens up to the neighborhood on a pivot. It’s a

go with the theme of dark brown cabinets and furniture and also added

great feature in the house.

lights inside the glass casings to emphasize the display of serving pieces.

It transitions you from the hallway to the kitchen in a modern fashion.

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Underneath the staircase hangs a large gold lamp above a gold potted plant.

“This is a Turkish lamp. My best friend’s parents, who I’ve known since I was a teenager, traveled the world; they were military. They bought this in Turkey and I

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lamp’… and they gave it to me. It was in to have it.” This Turkish brazier lamp is representative of the style and uniqueness that this house is all about.

Before we parted ways, Trujillo led me outside to the garden that he has grown and cared for by himself. He tells me that he can easily spend hours out there in the green sanctuary with his partner and their two precious dogs.

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uilt in 1987 and purchased by the Giyanani family in 1992,

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rich views. Designed by architect Ed McCormick and built by Cullers and Caldwell, the home is simply stunning.

a Santa Fe/Southwestern style. Through the years, the Giyanani’s decided to redecorate the home in 2006 to reflect the heritage of

Upon entering the home, the marble floors, beautiful stone walls

Old Mexico. Overlooking the region’s beautiful mountains, as well as

and Canterra stone fountain welcome visitors into the estate and

gorgeous valleys, the architecture of the space along with the Pella

subsequently to a different time. The entry is also made grand by the

double-paned windows were designed to take in the fullness of the

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and allow light and nature to shine through into the space. If that wasn’t enough of a welcome, the ornate, custom wrought iron stairwell also dazzles the senses. Wood floors by Beto as well as Saltillo tile in the kitchen and living area spread through the

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The color is not the only piece of this home that adds warmth, the house also has three fireplaces, one in the master bedroom, one in the family room and another on the outside patio – further marrying the outside of the space with the inside. Light is also added in the addition

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n the heart of El Paso is an elegant home seated with a front

modern to suit their casual lifestyle. It also provides a comforting

row view of the immaculate mountain range. The owners

welcome for their large extended family. The design was inspired by

bought the house with the intention of finding a temporary

two things; Prior to living in El Paso, the homeowners lived in Mexico

place to land, however, once the renovations set in, it was

City where they fell in love with the contemporary designs within

clear that they were staying in El Paso for good!

the newer Lomas neighborhoods, as well as the traditional colonial designs found in areas like San Angel. Their goal was to bring those

The home was built in 1977 during a time when gated communities

cultural elements to their home here in El Paso. Inspiration also

were on the rise in El Paso. This was a time period where people

stemmed from the previous owner’s original design. Despite them

were first considering the idea of downsizing their lifestyle. The

never meeting the original dwellers of their home, it was obvious that

home was entirely renovated in 2013-2014. Throughout the yard are

the home had been designed, built and loved by that family.

beautifully matured trees and the mountain range can be viewed from any window in the home, as well as the natural wildlife including deer,

The owners’ favorite room is the kitchen; the center and heart of the

foxes, doves and quails in their peaceful yard.

home. The space and amenities are just what is required when it

The style of the home was the heart set of the owners, “a modern

coffee with a parent, to whomever shows up for Taco Tuesday lunch

adaptation of territorial style; stucco, vegas, tile roofing and wrought

or even the largest of family celebrations, the kitchen accommodates

iron accents with the best view of the mountain line, valley, and an

as many as 10 -12 people. With its two ovens, dishwashers, warming

oasis-like arroyo.” Inside, the style is much similar. The floor plan is

drawers and a built in coffee system, they describe the kitchen as

comes to hosting their large extended family. From fresh-brewed

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a place to cook the food they love, for the people they love, in a space they love while still enjoying the festivities.

What they also love about the

home is the tall ceilings and doors, as well as big skylights and windows. The 3100 square feet feels much more spacious because of all of the lookouts throughout the house. They love that everything is brand new yet still in an established community.

Everything

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f there was one thing that came up over

a home that’s still very much appreciated and

and over again during my interview with

continues to be full of family, friends and fun.

the homeowner of this month’s featured

residence, it was that every aspect of this place was built on a foundation of love.

It occurred to me as we were visiting that this isn’t just another nice house that we’d photographed – rather, it’s a charming home, not just any charming home, but a sanctuary. A

“What I love about this home,” notes the designer “is that you can’t tell if it was decorated twenty years ago or yesterday.”

The owner smiled often as she shared stories with me of cherished memories about the two children that she and her husband of 40 years had raised here. It was so easy to envision the countless volleyball and football games held in the spacious backyard and the multitude of kids who attended birthday and graduation parties here. The lady of the

sanctuary that clearly welcomes all those

house laughed as she spoke of “Christmas

who cross its threshold because the joy from

Central” and how the whole family would

those who live here is truly infectious. It’s a place where this

wear matching pajamas and join in holiday traditions that had

busy couple can come to at the end of the day and find beauty,

been treasured throughout the years. These were all loving

comfort and peace. It’s a home full of family memories, collected

memories, memories which made the homeowner feel

treasures, music and lots of laughter both past and present. It’s

“very thankful and truly blessed.”

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“Faith, family and fun!” That’s the family motto. Evidence

tradition. Yet, it’s unmistakable that casual comfort is still key.

of that can be seen in the multitude of beautifully framed

Even the two Vizsla bird dogs that roam the property

photographs which capture precious moments from the

seem to be uniquely friendly like their owners. The dogs

family’s history. Local interior designer and friend Marie

romped incessantly around the yard as I was conducting

Graf worked with the homeowner to create an ambiance

my interview, then a short time later I noticed they had

that’s both inviting and time-

both passed out, bellies up on

less. “What I love about this

the comfy couches of the patio.

home,” said Graf, “is that

It’s apparent that this outdoor

you can’t tell if the place

living area is their domain.

was decorated twenty years ago or yesterday. It has an

“We enjoy every inch of this place.”

appeal to me that’s very engaging.”

A palette of subtle earth tones was used throughout

Whether being appreciated by

the home to give it a sense

man or beast, this is a place

of serenity. “The whole in-

that has a quiet energy. The

terior has a bit of a patina

homeowner explained to me

but is still very crisp and

that, for her, “it’s all about

classic. It was such a joy to

mixing palettes and textures

work with my friend and to

and making the outside as

interpret her sense of style

livable as the inside.”

and charm into every inch “We enjoy every inch of this

of every room,” Graf said.

place,” she beamed. It’s no

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Beautiful artwork collected

doubt that this attention to

over the years adorns all of

detail has added to the home’s

the walls. A cross can be found in every room (yes, even the

smile-inducing eclecticism. As the owners continue to

bathrooms) as a reminder of blessings bestowed. Antique,

evolve, it’s certain to me that the appeal of this house

cut crystal embellishments enhance the living and dining

will take on even more personality, shifting with the ebb

rooms, while a hint of Mackenzie-Childs whimsy can be seen

and flow of their family and friends. There is one thing

in the kitchen, den and guest bathroom. There’s an overall

of which I am certain: this house, with time, is only

sense of formality here, which harkens an appreciation for

going to get better.

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The homeowner explained to me that, for her, “it’s all about mixing palettes and textures and making the outside as livable as the inside.”

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right, colorful, and sweetly scented, there’s no better way to bring a room to life than with fresh

flowers. Just breathing in and seeing a vase of

flowers instantly brightens your day and makes

you feel happier. However, it’s no secret that beautiful

flowers can be expensive and hard to find in the desert.

You can always pick up an average-looking bouquet that has been sitting for who knows how long at the grocery store, but you know those flowers will probably only last a day or two before they begin to wilt. Save your time and effort struggling to find different flowers that will last you more than just a couple of days, and allow your house to bloom by using a flower club. Flower clubs are flower companies that deliver fresh arrangements monthly or weekly. There are many to choose from, though each work in a similar and easy manner; just choose a plan for how often and how long you would like to have flowers delivered, then the business will handpick the flowers and have them sent to your door.

Some flower clubs allow you to choose what seasonal blooms you would like sent for that month, while others

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When looking for the perfect flower club for your floral desires, you’ll need to consider a few things. First of all is price-point: how much are you willing

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your convenience, or would you wish to just receive the stems so you could arrange them yourself? Would you like to be able to curate the type or types of flowers you receive each month? Or are you happy to be surprised with an expert selection by a florist?

Enjoy a year of flowers for yourself, or share with a loved one— it would make a great and generous gift for a birthday, an engagement, an anniversary, a thank-you, or any occasion.

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s an established luminary in the El Paso design community, Lori McCuaig has long been known for her classic style, (both personal and professional) as well as her seemingly effortless ability to transform her client’s dreams into jaw dropping reality.

“Wow” factor is one of her trademarks.

With offices in El Paso, as well as the southern California community of La Jolla, McCuaig has honed her craft over the years, on a multitude of upscale projects both residential and commercial. She has traveled the major markets extensively, as well as abroad, to shop for a clientele that has a discerning eye and very discriminating palette.

When McCuaig first read about the upcoming, first-ever Hamptons Contemporary design fair, her curiosity was piqued about LMC Design Group having a presence at an event intended to define the Hamptons domestic lifestyle. The show would provide exclusive access to elite and influential Hamptons homeowners and a perfect opportunity to showcase her work on the east coast. It was decided then and there, that this opportunity was not going to be one to be missed.

McCuaig promptly submitted her entry and much to her delight was in short turn, awarded an invitation to participate. She would be among a carefully curated group of designers, prominent builders, architects and affluent home owners, many of whom are leading taste makers in the industry and in particular, part of the influential Hamptons community.

The criteria for the show was simple yet challenging … create an impressive contemporary vignette in a small space. Most of the designers opted for the standard size space which measured a mere 8’ x 15’. McCuaig’s space was double that size in length, and still it posed creative obstacles.

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True to her craft, McCuaig came up with a design that would showcase her talent beautifully, as well as represent the high end vendors who agreed to lend their names and products to her creation.

The list of participants for McCuaig’s space read like a who’s who from the design community.

Hermès provided décor for the room in the form of a lamp, throw and tray. Puiforcat, which is owned by Hermès, provided a magnificent sterling tea set, brought in from Paris. Saint Louis crystal, another company owned by Hermès, lent uniquely designed stemware.

Paris Ceramics partnered to provide the wood floor, Albert & Holmes loaned the art behind the bar and the grouping of original framed plein air pieces that hung on a wing wall. One of the focal points of the design was offered in the form of an original painting by Eric Fischl; The “piece de resistance” and common link for the vision of the whole space.

Architectural Digest sponsored the opening-night preview with an A-list host committee and a red carpet step and repeat. A one-of-a-kind, hand-carved wooden bar by Clive Christian dominated one side of McCuaig’s space, and was also one of the open wine and spirit bars for the inaugural evening. As a key destination for a sumptuous cocktail, McCuaig’s fashionably chic space quickly became one of the shows favored resting places as patrons lingered in comfortable linen chairs covered by a Lora Piana fabric, or played backgammom on a priceless set crafted by Puiforcat.

All in all, being part of the three-day event was an experience Mc Cuaig said she’ll not soon forget. Being in the company of a group described as “the most elite designers in the nation,” is nothing short of a pretty big honor. McCuaig deserves it though … she’s that good! When asked how McCuaig would summarize her unique sense of style, she smiled demurely and defered to a favored quote by playwright and poet, Oscar Wilde…

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et your mind out of the gutter because this is not about what you’re thinking of! This article is about giant light fixtures for your home. Yes, bigger is sometimes better... when it comes to light fixtures! A lot of people ignore the ceiling when it comes to decoration, settling for a boring ceiling fan or a very uninteresting lamp. Finding the right fixture is a matter of taste, style and how much you want to spend. One of the hottest trends this summer is large-scale lighting. You may be able to get away with a larger fixture than you’d expect!

Take a look around; what does the room look like? What type of furniture is

being used in the space? What color is the room? These are important questions

to ask when trying to find the perfect light fixture for your room. We do not encourage

incorporating a larger-than-life light fixture in a room if the room is small or if it has a lot of natural light already, as this will only make the room feel smaller. If your ceilings are not as high, we also recommend getting a flush mount fixture that’s closer to the ceiling and doesn’t hang so low – it will make the space feel less crowded and overwhelming.

Once you have picked the perfect location for your brand new light fixture, it is time to think about the style of the fixture. If vintage with a flair of elegance is what you’re looking for, a chandelier is what you probably want to go for. You can find chandeliers in many styles and colors, including those with different colored crystals to make your ceiling glisten in a colorful shimmer.

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If you have a more modern taste, chrome, white and metal fixtures are the way to go. They give a crisp industrial touch to any space.

Shiny metals can be used for a more elegant touch, and for a more rustic look there are unpolished, matte finishes that combine well with Edison bulbs. Finding a bold focal point for your room is like finding a beautiful piece of art; it will inspire you to design your entire room around it.

If heavy metals are not your cup of tea, you can go for a more natural look with glass or even nature-inspired designs. Wooden slabs and blown glass are some of the materials being incorporated into big light fixtures these days and can make quite an impact.

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bunch

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This can work great in open floor plan designs to create a warm and bright atmosphere.

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hen you look up the expression “cool,” terms like

use of brass, steel and jagged-edged resin stone against the

‘unruffled,’ ‘at ease’ and ‘composed’ are offered

smooth, high quality leather fringe and feminine pearl accents

as the alternative to this common expression. If

creates a hip Old West look with a chic Texas quality.

you find yourself with the opportunity to chat with

El Paso’s best-kept secret, jewelry designer Tracy

Tracy has spent a better part of her life in Texas, having attended

Schwartz, you will see these terms personified. She’s

college here, receiving a Bachelor of Arts in Interior Design, and

just cool. Cool, creative, incredibly talented, and on the

working for an Architectural design firm in Dallas for 12 years.

road to reinvention with her intrepid new jewelry line JUT.

Jewelry design was certainly not far from her mind, however.

“I did take jewelry design in college and enjoyed experimenting

JUT is an equally sweet and bold collection mixing hand cast resin

with all elements.” Tracy explains, “I’m not a sketcher. I don’t sit

crystals and horse hair. “My interest in working with resin stone came

down and draw an idea for a design. I play around with different

out of my love of mold making.” Tracy describes, “Resin can be colored

materials and often stumble onto nice little mistakes.” It was

any way, can be drilled any way, or pierced with silver and I loved the

this interest of playing around with materials that led Tracy to a

horsehair! I had so much fun experimenting with all the colors.” The

new endeavor as she and her husband headed to El Paso.

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After an eventual career hiatus to stay home and raise her sons, Tracy was in need of a daily escape as well as a creative outlet. She first boys, which subsequently led her to her first jewelry line, The Family

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started out by tinkering around with beads and often did this with her

colored stones, and can be personalized with your children’s names or initials. It feels special, like going through your grandmothers’ photo albums. “When I began The Family Jewels that’s where I was in my life. It felt right and natural to design for other mothers wanting to display their kids’ photos or initials,” Tracy says.

As her boys grew up, Tracy felt the need to express her artistic vision otherwise and began to evolve as an artist. Tracy drew inspiration from some of her favorite jewelry designers Arthur Hash and Eric Silva and visualized designing for someone like British fashion model Alexa Chung. “My image of the woman I design JUT for is someone who enjoys a simple palate of dressing. Neutral colors, bohemian eclectic feel probably heading to a music festival.” All of her pieces can be worn with a great pair of ankle boots and skinny jeans, pieces Tracy feels are essential in every girl’s closet, “And jewelry, of course!” she laughs.

“The best piece of advice I ever received was to continue designing even when I get discouraged. Pick myself up and know that I may fail before I succeed.” She says. Reinvention is based on the necessity to close one chapter of our lives and fearlessly forge ahead onto the next. While some of us tread lightly, Tracy dives in and embraces the transformation.

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visually interesting— and well-stocked— bar cart can be your ticket to a great party. Both form and function work to your advantage, as the design can be a good conversation starter and the easy-access allows your guests to make their own drinks so you don’t have to play bartender all night. There are so many ways to organize and style your cart, let alone choose what to stock, so here’s a breakdown of the essentials.

Every successful bar cart should have glassware in a variety of heights. Consider a combination of a few types such as highballs, lowballs, champagne flutes, wine glasses, shot glasses, and martini glasses. It’s always a good idea to keep a few jiggers on hand to measure out your alcohol, as well as a stylish ice bucket and tongs will keep your drinks perfectly chilled. Regardless of whether your favorite drink is shaken or stirred, you want to have the right tools for both; a shaker and stir sticks are must-haves. If your bottles are not all opened already, keep a bottle opener and corkscrew out. Pretty napkins and coasters are handy to have out to protect your furniture.

A bar cart is obviously not complete without drinks. It’s best to have a variety of alcohol, but depending on your preferences you’re going to want to choose things that you won’t mind drinking afterwards. Consider a variety of staple liquors, such as vodka, gin, rum, tequila, whiskey, and vermouth, as well as mixers including tonic, soda, and bitters. If you’re more of a wine enthusiast, maybe have a selection of wines instead. In any case, the more the merrier so feel free to include a mix of liquors, wine, and beer.

You have endless options for the aesthetic design of your bar cart. Whether you prefer something sleek and simple or colorful and creative, we have some ideas to help inspire the perfect style for you.

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Bring the garden to your tabletop and make your own beautiful terrarium in about 30 minutes. Small, open-air basins holding plants such as succulents, cacti or moss are huge trends in home design right now. Not only are they aesthetically pleasing in any setting, but these botanical bunches are also incredibly easy to make and so low-maintenance to take care of (seriously, it would be pretty difficult for someone with the blackest of thumbs to kill one of these). You can buy a pre-made one, but making your own lets you really personalize it. Terrariums make great gifts, table centerpieces, desk decorations and home dÊcor. This project is a great way to channel your inner Martha Stewart—share the DIY fun and make these with your kids or invite some friends and make a creative afternoon of it.

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A Terrarium Tutorial

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What You’ll Need: • Clear

glass container with an opening (jar, vase, bowl, etc.)

• Small

rocks/pebbles

• Activated • Soil

charcoal (sometimes called activated carbon)

(suitable for the types of plants chosen)

• Plants

(succulents, small cacti, etc.)

• Optional:

decorations of your choice (moss, decorative stones, etc.)

What to Do: 1. Thoroughly wash and dry the container you have chosen.

2. Fill the bottom (approximately one-eighth of the volume) with rocks or pebbles to help drain excess water.

3. Add enough activated charcoal to completely cover the rocks. The charcoal will help keep your terrarium fresh by preventing bacteria, fungi, and odors.

4. Fill the container one-fourth to one-third of the way full with soil, packing it down every couple of inches.

5. Make some space for your plants by digging small wells with a trowel or your fingers.

6. Take each plant out of its original pot and break off excess hard soil around the roots.

If the roots are really long, you can trim them—they’ll grow back.

7. Organize and plant your plants, adding more soil as necessary.

8. Gently press the soil down around the base of each plant to keep them in place.

9. Now decorate! Add a thin layer of moss, a few decorative stones, some signs

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marking the types of plants, etc.

10. Care for your new garden creation by keeping it in a well-lit area and watering according to the types of plants you’ve selected.

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2. Use a pair of chopsticks from last week’s Vietnamese take-out to position your plants once your terrarium starts filling up.

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e l b a TTrends | By: JAMIE TRUBOWITSCH |

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e p a c es T

here’s no time like the summer for

entertaining. Take your celebration

of the sunny days into the evening with a festive dinner party. The way you set your table will then set

the atmosphere of your gathering.

Will it be a cloth napkin affair or a casual backyard get-together? Are you preparing a four-course meal or arranging a family style spread?

Once you know what type of fête you’re going to host, you can start setting the table. Need some décor

inspiration? We’ve got you covered.

After all, you know you’ve been waiting for an excuse to invite over some friends and pop a couple (or more) bottles— try some of these tablescape trends and you’ll be the host with the most stylish table, guaranteed.

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d 1 n e r T Farm to Table No tablecloth required for this rustic set up— let your wooden dining table carry a modest yet elegant tablescape. Find inspiration in the garden and make a fresh centerpiece with herbs, succulents, small cacti, or ferns. Let the green be the focus and use simple vessels, such as small terracotta pots or glass vases, to hold your chosen plants; experiment with combinations of sizes and textures, but stay within the same color or material to keep the table constant. To provide some light when the sun starts to set (not to mention some ambience), scatter white candles of different heights around the plants. Simple ceramic or stoneware will allow your non-GMO food to be the star of the plate. Cheers for a natural night with a refreshing Cucumber Gimlet.

As the sun starts to set, your golden table

will

create

a

glimmering

glow. With or without a tablecloth, metallic accents will instantly dress up your table. Try featuring gold or copper-colored utensils and use a few serving pieces detailed with matching metal to achieve a subtle gleam. For a bolder look, go heavier

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Bright colors are to summer, as limes are

to tequila; they’re both classic pairings for a reason. Take advantage of the warm colors and flavors and throw a tropical outdoor

party. Cover your table with lively patterns

and hues, either mixed or matched, and extra points if you incorporate natural accents. If you can find tropical dinnerware or serveware, by all means use it. If not, you can always use what you have on hand and really focus on the centerpieces and flavors to give your dinner that tropical vibe. Try making a centerpiece out of real pineapples and bright dahlias, or arrange a variety of bird-of-paradise plants and tropical-looking leaves in a vase. You really can’t go wrong with such a festive and fun theme, especially if you’re serving up Mai Tai’s and Margaritas.

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here’s no time like summertime to throw a fiesta. Invite a few friends over to hang out in the

pool and fire up the grill for a fun outdoor affair. So you don’t have to slave in the kitchen while your guests are there, you can prepare this meal mostly in advance.

Forget basic burgers and brats—savor some Latin flavors with a recipe for Mojo Criollo Grilled Chicken and Golden Rice. Temper the tasty spices with a chilled Watermelon Salad dressed with a zesty Lemon Vinaigrette. Whip up these recipes and you’ll have a fiesta of flavors that are perfect for a summer gathering, or just a delicious dinner for the family, that will surely satisfy everyone’s tastebuds.

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Watermelon Salad

Lemon Vinaigrette

Ingredients:

Ingredients:

3/4 cup cubed watermelon

1/2 lemon, juice

3/4 cup cubed cantaloupe

1/2 teaspoon lemon zest

1/2 cup sliced red onion

3/4 teaspoon dijon mustard

Goat cheese (desired amount)

1/4 teaspoon salt

3 basil leaves, torn into edible pieces

1/2 teaspoon pepper, fresh cracked

Fresh balsamic reduction (drizzle for garnish)

1/2 teaspoon sugar 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Directions: 1. Toss all ingredients with Lemon Vinaigrette (recipe follows)

Directions:

2. Serve cold

1. Whisk together zest, juice, mustard, salt, pepper, and sugar 2. Slowly add olive oil while whisking constantly until uniform.

Add more olive oil if desired.

3. Refrigerate, do not toss with Watermelon Salad until cold.

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Mojo Criollo Grilled Chicken

Golden Rice

Ingredients:

Ingredients:

6 boneless skinless chicken thighs

1 1/2 cup Basmati rice

2 cloves garlic, rough chop

1/2 white onion, diced

2 bay leaves

3 cup chicken stock

1/2 cup oregano, dried

3/4 teaspoon turmeric

1/2 bottle Mojo Criollo Marinade (GOYA Product)

1/4 teaspoon cinnamon

1/2 bottle Naranja Agria Marinade (Bitter Orange//GOYA Product)

1/4 teaspoon ground cumin

2 lemons, quartered

1 tablespoon butter

3 stalks green onion

2 branches green onion

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Olive oil, drizzle Directions: Directions:

1. Add butter and spices to pan, low heat. Once butter is melted, stir

1. Combine garlic, bay leaf, oregano, Mojo Criollo Marinade, and

and cook until aromatics occur, roughly 3 minutes.

Naranja Agria Marinade into a gallon size zip lock bag.

2. Turn heat to medium/high and add onion. Cook until translucent.

2. Add chicken to bag, close, removing any addition air that you can.

3. Add rice, continually stir until even in color and rice begins to brown.

3. Marinade, refrigerated, for a minimum of 5 hours, maximum of

4. Add chicken stock, stir often, bring to a boil. Once boiling, drop

overnight.

heat to low (simmer), cover and cook for roughly 15 minutes or until

4. Wrap green onion in foil, drizzle olive oil, sprinkle salt/pepper. Fold

there is no more liquid at the bottom of the pan. The last 5 minutes of

ends making a pouch.

cooking, add your green onion to the pan and cover again.

5. Grill chicken until internal temperature of 160 F, remove from grill

5. Once finished cooking, fluff the rice with a fork, while gently folding

and cover with foil, allowing residual heat to continue the cooking

in the green onion the evenly distribute throughout rice.

process to 165 F.

Note - Can be made in advance.

6. Place foil packet and quartered lemons on grill, turning every couple minutes until chicken is cooked.

7. Serve hot w/ Golden Rice (recipe follows).

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W

hen thinking of designing for a child’s bedroom it can present

If the flooring is hard or bare, a soft rug by the bed is very pleasant

some challenges since it often has varying functions. Primarily

when waking up in the morning. Furniture that is curved is ideal to

the child’s room is meant for sleep, but it is also often used as

help prevent minor accidents but also has softer chi energy.

a place to play and study, making it a multifunctional area. Here

are some Feng Shui basics for children’s bedrooms.

Many children today have televisions in their rooms, which tend to isolate them from family time or socializing with others. If possible

The head of the bed should be supported by a solid wall and headboard,

all electronics should be removed from the bedroom as this energy

giving the child a sense of support in their life. Being able to see the

stimulates and may disturb restful sleep.

door also gives them a sense of feeling safe. If the room has dark corners or odd shapes that can cast shadows at night, this can be

For smaller children with toys, be sure to allocate space for storage

disturbing for younger children with over-active or vivid imaginations.

such as a toy box or container. Put toys away at the end of the day as they can distract the child and cause sleepless nights. Toys that are

Beds that are made of wood are best because they do not pick up

broken, or damaged, should also be removed as to prevent clutter.

electromagnetic radiation and are made from the earth, giving them a sense of grounding. Bunk beds are not suitable since they can

Children that are older and in school often study in their bedrooms and

depress the chi of the child that sleeps on the bottom. The child on

it is important for them to have a desk to sit at with proper lighting.

the top bunk may feel above or entitled, whereas the child on the

A desk lamp will help them absorb and focus on their homework.

bottom may feel suppressed or stifled.

Sitting on the bed is not conducive to learning as the bed is designed for sleep and poses a block to retaining information while studying.

Children instinctively know the type of energy they require for support and should be allowed to help in the process of decorating their room.

A final note on a child’s room is clutter. Where there is clutter there

Make decorating their room a collaborative effort – like letting them

is chaos! This can lead to lack of concentration, behavioral issues,

choose their favorite colors. Keep in mind, softer, cooler tones help to

and problems with peers. Teaching them to keep their room clean

balance an active child, while brighter ones help an introverted child

and organized allows for their lives to run smoothly and harmoniously.

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Flamingo Pool Floaties Whether to decorate or lay out on, these are necessary for every summer pool party you have.

Clear Jars From cookies and nuts to flour and sugar, clear jars are completely in when it comes to celebrity kitchens.

Signature Flower DĂŠcor Bold flowers in the kitchen preserved by Seltzer water are a summer trend amongst many. Shades of pink and white are sure to stay popular this summer.

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Matching Furniture It’s important to stay matching and cohesive but there should be a unique colored statement piece in every room this summer.

Swamp coolers The sound alone keeps you up at night and who wants that sticky feeling in their home?

Traditional Vacuums Why waste fifteen minutes of your day to clean the old way when you can use one of the new robot vacuums to clean your house while you’re at work? It may scare your puppy, but it’s so worth it!

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