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VOL 2 NO 4

www.urbanhomemagazine.com Publisher Mark Herrmann Managing Editor Anne Marie Ashley Editorial Director Tammy Wanchisn Writers Anne Marie Ashley Nancy Atkinson Sales Sue Mooney Art Direction Stacy Long Catsup Graphics Harriet McDowall PageCreations Photography Jim Schmid Photography www.jimschmid.com Contributing Editors Patrick Casey Catherine Fain Will McKendry Production Administrator Shelley Kemper Phone 919-929-3335 Fax 704-973-5685

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trends

departments

feature home

essentials

kitchen trends

feature home

kitchen and bath trends

contributing editors

feature home

building a better home: will mckendry

room service: patrick casey

style guide: catherine fain

10 Opposites Attract

22 The Cook’s Kitchen

26 Brought Back To Life 34 Surviving the Renovation

38 A Place For Everything and

Everything In Its Place

46 Style Your Home

why the room works

52 Designer Spotlight: Rima Nasser

30 Restful Retreat

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One of the first things you notice when you enter Dick and Sallie Klingman’s home is the beautiful Tuscanstyled garden that lies just beyond the French doors in the solarium.

Immediately in the foreground of the sun-baked patio is a wall of Tea Olive trees that beautifully frame the view of a lawn sculpture and a sitting area that is off in the distance. There is a formality to the design of the patio that lies right outside the doors, yet on further inspection, you notice the casual nature of the sculpture that lies deeper in the yard.

Sallie loves a traditional style and Dick favors things that are more contemporary. Over the years, they have blended both and this “opposite of things” is a constant theme throughout their home. The end result is a beautiful blend of old and new, traditional and modern, yin and yang.

In Chinese philosophy, the concept of yin and yang is used to describe how polar forces are interconnected and interdependent. Yin and yang are complementary opposites within a greater whole, yet the end result creates balance. So too is this blend between the opposite decorating styles of Dick and Sallie.

“We don’t invest in anything for the home unless we both love it,” says Sallie. “Sometimes that means going without, but it is not a

compromise. The net result is a very personal living space.”

“I visually absorbed a lot growing up,” Dick said. Interested in design since childhood, he has a lifelong creative streak. With his formal education in interior design, Dick’s career was shaped by cultural influences in furniture design, art and space planning – all of which have witnessed incredible changes over the last 20 years.

Dick managed Herman Miller, a respected furniture manufacturer, in the southeast for 12 years before he opened KlingmanWilliams, a Herman Miller dealer. Two original Eames chairs (Dick calls them potato chip chairs) flank the Barbara Barry designed credenza. This credenza is where Dick and Sallie’s remodeling journey began.

“We owned this beautiful Barbara Barry piece and were originally drawn to the horizontal ribbing that graces the front of the drawers,” said Dick. “When our kitchen was remodeled, we knew we wanted to repeat the pattern on the face of the kitchen cabinets. The credenza sits in the solarium and is a focal point of one the most used areas in our home – the kitchen and built-in eating area.”

The Klingmans discovered the home in 1993, after sitting for sale for over three years. “The house was originally built in 1951 and designed as a guest home of the Bill Van Every estate,” said Dick. “This guest

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This “opposite of things� is a constant design theme throughout their home, and the end result is a beautiful blend of old and new, traditional and modern, yin and yang.

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house was never intended to be a main residence and needed quite a bit of updating. I think that scared off many buyers, but to us, it was an opportunity to create exactly what we wanted.”

The single-level, 4,000-square-foot home is anchored by the formal living room, which is in the center of the house. The solarium boasts concrete tile floors which lead to the open kitchen. Throughout the home, French doors and banks of floor-to-ceiling windows frame the woods and gardens outside. The solarium is bathed in natural light that filters through a glass KalWall ceiling. A cozy sitting banquette is off of the formal living room and beautiful marble countertops grace a semi-circular banquet that anchors the home.

“Yes, it’s a marble countertop and we love it,” said Dick, admitting that people often ask about their concerns of stains and durability of marble. “I’ve been to Pompeii Italy and seen the ruins of Italian kitchens that are thousands of years old. They had marble, and despite Mt. Vesuvius erupting, they still look great.”

The couple hired architects Thomas Paul Bates and Jeremy Corkern of Birmingham, Alabama to create the first phase of the remodel. Dick, along with long-time friends Cindy Smith, of Circa Interiors and Ed Starr, a Fellow ASID designer, came up the finishing touches of the house plan, the remodel and subsequent interior design.

“Dick and Cindy absolutely feed off each other,” said Sallie. “It’s so fun just to leave them together and see what design ideas they come up with.” Dick adds that they aimed for balance in the decorating.

“We came together on everything in our home. The mantra that opposites attract really holds true. The house reflects the things we like together and how we choose to live.”v

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Kitchen n Trends

The Cook’s

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By Nancy Atkinson

Some kitchens look pretty, while others are designed for results.

To learn the secrets behind a true cook’s kitchen, we asked four of the area’s culinary professionals what appliances, fixtures and new products make cooking in their own kitchens more efficient and enjoyable. How can we create the ultimate cook’s kitchen?

Layout Emily Coury, executive chef at Ladyfingers Catering in Raleigh, says home cooking is her creative outlet. “My home kitchen is a relaxing environment where I can listen to music, have a glass of wine and just play,” she says. “I like a nice open kitchen with a center island that has a work sink and trash chute.

The island sink is convenient and the hidden trash can keeps my prep area tidy.”

Chef Jerry Lanuzza, Dean of Culinary Education at Johnson and Wales University in Charlotte, is a firm believer in the kitchen work triangle – the space between your sink, stove and refrigerator. “Keeping the distance between these main work areas no less than 4 feet and no more than 9 feet makes cooking much easier,” he says.

Appliances Most professional chefs prefer the versatility of a

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gas range, and Emily is no exception. It heats quickly and evenly, offers easier control and is aesthetically pleasing. She also loves the pot filler on the backsplash behind her kitchen’s gas range, that makes filling pots with water ultra convenient and efficient when cooking several things at once.

“Double ovens and warming drawers are nice additions,” she says. “A large refrigerator with lots of storage space is a necessity.”

Dan Saklad agrees that refrigerated storage is key.

He and his wife Diana own Whisk Kitchenware in Cary. His home kitchen features an under-counter refrigerator drawer where he keeps all the beverages (beer, wine and water) to free up food space in the refrigerator.

Chef Lanuzza’s must-have appliances include a high quality dishwasher and a stove hood with a strong air filter.

Storage Like most chefs, Emily is passionate about having lots of clean, clutter-free workspace. “The kitchen must be clean with no appliances on the countertops,” she says. “A walk-in pantry with floor-to-ceiling shelves gives you room to store all your appliances and gadgets.”

Chef Alyssa Gorelick teaches healthy cooking

classes at Chef Alyssa’s Kitchen, at Atherton Market in South End, Charlotte. She agrees with Emily that it’s important to maintain as much counter space as possible. “Keep the cabinets and drawers well organized so you can fit a lot of things down below instead of cluttering the counters,” she says. “If space allows, put in a hanging pot rack. It’s a great space saver and makes pots and pans so accessible.”

Tools Must-have tools for Chef Alyssa include a French knife, tomato knife, microplane, Japanese mandolin slicer and plating spoons. She also loves her Vitamix for making sauces, soups and smoothies.

Dan and Emily both say they could not live without their Le Creuset 5.5 Quart Dutch Oven. In addition, Dan’s must-haves include a microplane for zesting, his Epicurian cutting board, Messermeister chef’s knife and Woll 12” Rima Nasser / K&B Galleries fry pan.

Dan’s newest favorite is the Garlic Twist, Emily’s list of splurge-worthy items includes the SousVide, a temperwhich he swears by for mincing and chopping garlic, ginger, nuts or ature controlled water bath that cooks meat so tender it falls off the bone; chocolate. Chef Lanuzza and Emily love using immersion blenders for she loves it for cooking short ribs. A state-of-the-art Viking Range making salad dressing, salsa and a quick puree for soups. with grill attachments is also on her wish list.

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To really impress your friends, Chef Alyssa recommends a PolyScience handheld Smoking Gun®. “I really love to use smoke as a flavor enhancer,” she says. “It is a tool any cook or chef can have fun with.”

Staples The pros say the best ingredients in a cook’s kitchen may have nothing to do with layout, appliances or wares.

Emily knows she’s in a true cook’s kitchen when she walks in and sees a pinch bowl for salt, pour bottles full of oil and vinegar, fresh garlic and herbs and a refrigerator full of fresh fruits and vegetables. “A cook’s kitchen is designed to be interactive and is not just for looks,” she says.

What staples will you find in their kitchens? “Good olive oil,” says Emily. “That is the foundation of my dishes.”

She likes imported olive oils from Greece, but says the Fresh Market brand is very good quality at a reasonable price. Chef Lanuzza says every cook’s pantry should include white truffle oil, while Dan’s secret is 25-year old white balsamic vinegar.

“It will brighten up almost any dish and bring flavor to new heights.” Chef Alyssa keeps plenty of chicken stock in her pantry. “So many great dishes need a sauce,” she says.

In the end, the best advice on creating a kitchen where you love to cook may be simply to follow your heart.

“Your kitchen should be a reflection of you,” says Emily.

“The kitchen is where people gravitate; it’s where memories are made and traditions are passed on. Make sure it’s comfortable, because as the heart and soul of the house, it should be lived in.”v

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The Essentials Open layout Center island In-island sink and trash chute Walk-in pantry Gas range Large refrigerator Clean uncluttered counter space

v v The Tools Le Creuset Dutch Oven Microplane Epicurian cutting board Messermeister chef’s knife Great kitchen towels Woll fry pan Garlic Twist Good quality olive oil Aged white balsamic vinegar French knife Tomato knife Japanese mandolin Plating spoons

v v The Splurges Double oven Warming drawer Viking range Refrigerator drawer Pot filler SousVide Vitamix Smoking Gun® handheld food smoker

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Brought Back To

Life

By Anne Marie Ashley

Abandoned in the 1960s, this old steel-framed and woodpaneled home on a hilltop overlooking Crabtree Creek seemed unredeemable to everyone but the Chiles’. Through the kudzu covered walls and rotted, ivy-ridden wood they could see a pristine, modern home that would pay proper homage to the Mid-Century Modern structure it once was. It reminded them of Pierre Koenig’s homes in the California hills, they would say. The bones of the home were strong and their vision clear, and the couple began a year-long journey to build a living gallery full of art, light and open spaces.

The Chiles’ called on Tonic Design in Raleigh to help them reconstruct the home, knowing their design/build model would be ideal for this type of project. “The clients came to us wanting the most loft-like home and home-like loft,” says Vincent Petrarca, lead designer at Tonic. “They felt we could help them realize their dream of a modern home.” Having visited other significant architectural projects like Falling Water done by Frank Lloyd Wright and Villa Savoye outside of Paris designed by Le Corbusier, the Chiles’ recognized the details that they were drawn to and could use these as a reference point when designing the new home.

Over the years, the couple had created a remarkable art and furniture collection that needed to be displayed in a home that complemented their love and interest in art and design.

The team used rusted steel panels and white painted steel beams, along with wood, aluminum and glass to maintain the Mid-Century Modern appeal of the original structure as well offer unobstructed views of both their art and the surrounding landscape. Low walls, area rugs and

Mid-Century Modern furnishings loosely define boundaries between the living room, dining room, office, kitchen and breakfast area, which encourages movement through the various spaces and levels of the house. Tonic worked with structural engineer Kaydos-Daniels to create the striking spiral staircase that connects the main living level to the roof deck. Clipped onto the side of the house, the outdoor stair’s helical form stands in contrast to the grid-like steel structure and a steel and pipe wood bridge spans a private walled garden that connects the drive to the front door.

The resulting 3,500-square-foot home is a combination of quiet retreats and open perches, providing several spaces to sit and enjoy the views inside and out. Because the home is situated on a hillside nestled

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in a stand of old-growth beech trees, the couple envisioned the roof deck as a large-scale “table on top of the house” where friends could gather for social occasions in a space with views across the treetops to the distant horizon. “The Chiles’ were a very informed client,” offers Vincent. “Very passionate about good design and that makes our job easy and enjoyable.”

When asked what makes for great design in a home, Vincent thinks specifically about the Chiles’ home. “I think indoor/outdoor connections and how we dissolve the corners of the rooms to make spaces feel larger and more connected to nature.” He adds that the roof terrace is one of his favorite parts of the home saying, “The wing shaped roof provides shade in the summer and allows sun onto the terrace during the winter months.”v

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The Restful Retreat

Will McKendry

Stop treating your bathroom like it doesn’t belong inside. Focus on the details to truly bring it IN, making it not only functional, but an unexpectedly beautiful space in your home as well.

Bathrooms are often the least detailed, least decorated and most forgotten rooms in our homes. So much thought goes into kitchens, living rooms and even outdoor spaces; yet when it comes to bathrooms, plain Jane rules. Remembering that the bathroom is one of the few places where you can demand total privacy, you can add details that make it truly a place of retreat. Powder rooms and guest baths should get the same treatment - they too are one of the only rooms your guests can have complete privacy, so make it a comfortable home away from home.

Many bathrooms follow the same tired blueprint: ceramic tile floor, tile shower surround, sheetrock walls, unframed mirror, tub, toilet and sink. A few deviations from this can really make your bathroom stand out, so give this room a facelift by focusing on the details when it comes to materials, fixtures and accessories.

Go beyond the standard tile and don’t be afraid to use unconventional materials in your bathrooms. Investigate wood, stone and other tile alternatives, and install them in unconventional places and patterns. For example, take a linear tile and run it on the diagonal, or run the pattern all the way up one wall. This adds interest without doing any major renovations. Consider a heated floor as well. Trust me, you won’t regret it. And don’t forget about your ceiling - adding detail here in the form of crown molding, beams, or tile can be unexpected, giving a bath new dimension.

Your bath fixtures don’t have to be humdrum either. There are an enormous variety of faucets and shower fixtures on the market, so look for unique designs and finishes. Create a spa-like experience in your own shower by adding body sprays, rain heads and hand-held showers. Look into alternative light fixtures. Could a chandelier, pendant or sconces replace the standard globed light fixtures we so often use? Or could you let in more natural light? Many people are hesitant about putting windows in their bathrooms, but a variety of etched and fogged finishes allow modesty while letting in light. Skylights and higher windows are another alternative.

Perhaps the easiest way to add detail is to focus on your bathroom accessories. Replace the large boring mirror with two framed ones, or consider a floor-to-ceiling mirror. These are unexpected details that add interest.

Most importantly, add details you love that are also functional. Hang special art, add a TV, display beautiful bath linens or add a towel warmer. If you have the room, add comfort with a plush chair or the convenience of a washer and dryer.

Gone are the days of the outhouse, so stop treating your bathroom like it doesn’t belong inside. Focus on the details to truly bring it IN, making it not only functional, but an unexpectedly beautiful space in your home as well.v Will McKendry, vice president of Andrew Roby Triangle, has extensive experience in custom home project management focusing on style and craftsmanship. For more information visit our website at www.andrewroby.com or call 919-210-2928.

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Kitchen & Bath n Trends

Surviving The

renovation

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Tips for saving time, money and possibly your sanity

It’s always exciting to start a kitchen or bath remodel in the beginning. Your vision for the project gets you motivated and the anticipation of how you’ll enjoy the new space can be intoxicating.

All too soon, however, the realities of dust in the air, delays and constant background noise set in and scenes from the movie The Money Pit begin flashing through your head as you beg for the end to be near.

How can you avoid the pitfalls and maximize your valuable investment of time and money during a kitchen or bath renovation? The National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA), the premiere association for kitchen and bath professionals, says success lies in thorough planning, which you should start a year before the first hammer swings.

Wants vs. Needs Put your goals and objectives in writing. What is the main purpose of your remodel? More space?

Better traffic flow? NKAB professionals advise making a checklist of the major and minor problems of your current room along with your likes and dislikes.

Distinguish between the things you really need in your new space and those you just want. This will help you prioritize purchasing decisions.

Dream Big Begin gathering ideas that meet your goals.

Look through magazines. Visit design centers and manufacturers’ showrooms. Collect fabric, wall coverings and surface samples and don’t limit yourself to what you can afford at this point. Build an idea file of the things that appeal to you to define a look and feel that reflects your personal tastes. This will be the constant reference point for your plan.

Keep resale value in mind as you go. Even if you are happier than ever in your home, someone else might own it one day and you need to be sure you can recoup your investment.

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By Nancy Atkinson

The National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA), the premiere association for kitchen and bath professionals, says success lies in thorough planning, which you should start a year before the first hammer swings.

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Set a Realistic Budget Realistic is the key word here. Determine how much you want to invest in your kitchen and/or bathroom and include room for additional changes. A general rule of thumb is not to spend more than 15 percent of the market value of your home on a kitchen remodel and not more than five to ten percent on a master bathroom project.

Choose The Right Contractor This step is critical. Choosing the right contractor can mean the difference between complete confidence and sleepless nights. Ask friends and neighbors for names of contractors with whom they have had good experiences.

Look for those with designations from professional associations like NKBA, the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) and the National Association of Homebuilders (NAHB) to ensure high standards and ethical business practices.

Narrow down your list and meet with no more than three for interviews, using the list of questions on NARI’s website for reference. This can be an arduous process, but this professional will be in your life and home daily for several months, so take the time to choose someone you trust. Ask for referrals and actually call their former clients to get feedback on performance. Were they on time and on budget?

Get It In Writing Once you have chosen the remodeler, scrutinize the documents he or she provided. Make sure the legal agreement includes the bid price and payment schedule, scope of work, site plan, sequential schedule of primary construction tasks, change-order clause, procedural list for close-out, express limited warranty, clause on dispute resolution, and waiver of lien (prevents subcontractors and suppliers from putting a lien on your house should their invoices go unpaid by the contractor).

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NKBA

2014 NKBA

Kitchen & Bath Trends What’s in? What’s out? The 2014 NKBA kitchen and bath remodel survey shows the decline of highly ornamented Tuscan and Provincial looks in the kitchen.

Distressed and glazed finishes along with country and rustic styles are less popular, as the trend toward more contemporary kitchens continues to grow.

NKBA

NKBA

Gray Design Architecture

Contemporary is fastest growing kitchen style Universal design / Easy maintenance features Docking / Charging stations Outdoor kitchens Energy-saving appliances Furniture styled cabinetry / Islands Quartz countertops increasing

Growth in wood flooring Glass backsplashes on the rise Satin nickel most popular finish / Polished chrome second Stainless steel sinks / Granite composite expected to grow Pet features – feeding stations, litter box cabinets and doggy faucets

2014 Kitchen Features In-Demand

2014 Bath Features In-Demand

Induction cooktops Steam ovens French-door refrigerators Bottom freezer refrigerators Touch-activated faucets Electronic (no touch) faucets LED lighting

Contemporary styling Beige, bone and gray color schemes Universal design for aging-in-place Soaking tubs Shower seating Radiant floors Steam showers Frameless shower doors

NKBA

And Hang In There Once you have signed on the dotted line and the hammers drop, be prepared for highs, lows and unexpected surprises. Even with elaborate ZipWalls, you should expect to find dust in most parts of your home.

Be ready for the incessant noise of whining saws, sheetrock sanders and nail guns.

Decide in advance how you will live without running water and a sink for a day or two. Consider using a few of your old cabinets to set up a temporary kitchen in another room with a coffee maker, mini-fridge, toaster and microwave to make quick meals.

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Emily Bourgeois

move back into your newly remodeled space. To keep your spirits up, plan a party to show off your new space!v

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A Place for Everything and

E verything

in its

P lace

By Anne Marie Ashley Photography by Jim Schmid

Leslie and Mitchell Wickham looked for a perfect home for over a year,

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and when they came across this lot in

December of 2006, they were certain they’d found a location for their ideal home.

They called in a team of professionals to help build a home that was ideal for their family, but also looked like it had long been a part of the historic neighborhood. “We liked the village feel,” explains Leslie. “We take advantage of the tree-shaded sidewalks and walk-ability of the neighborhood.”

Architectural designer Frank Smith visited the empty lot with the couple and drew up plans for a home that included a lot of natural light and the ability to see the gardens outside from all angles in the home. “The architectural style of the house is designed with a playful geometry,” explains Frank. “It’s inspired by an Edwin Lutyens English country house, selected to reflect the romance of the outdoor life, the hospitality and the heritage of

the Wickham family.” Emily Bourgeois designed a kitchen for family and friends to gather around complete with a large island with plenty of storage.

John Byrd landscape design spent a year with the couple choosing just the right plants and landscaping for year-round enjoyment of their outdoor spaces. And Mark Phelps Interior Design rounded out the finished home with a cozy traditional aesthetic perfect for the family’s collection of art and favorite pieces. The paneling up the staircase, in fact, was designed after Leslie’s grandmother’s home, a perfect set-up to display the many pieces collected over their marriage. “We wanted to build a home that had the character and integrity of an older home,” offers Mark. “But built from the ground-up.”

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The architectural style of the house is designed with a playful geometry.

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Mark worked closely with Frank on the design of the home, careful to consider the architectural details that would add character and authenticity to the structure. “The interiors are laid out in a completely different expectation from the exterior’s first impression,” offers Frank. “It is a system of organized space designed to create movement and accommodation; rooms positioned on axial aligned site lines from multiple directions with a mathematical logic that is a paradox of the exteriors playful whimsical character.”

The design and build phase took almost two full years to complete, with everyone working together to create a cohesive look to the inside and outside of the home. “Good design is giving the client a space that fits their personality,” says Mark. “Choose a team that you’re comfortable with and that understands your family’s lifestyle. That’s when you get results you’re happy with.” Most of the accessories and décor for the home was purchased through local shops in Charlotte, Atlanta and across the pond in England, adding to the English traditional style that punctuates the eclectic home.

Tufted leather chairs placed in front of the fireplace offer a great winter spot for the family to enjoy in their living room, while the loggia couch is perfect at

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dawns year-round. A wide range of art line the walls in the stairway, highlighted by a classic chandelier, and pieces around the remainder of the home tie everything together with a harmonious design. Mark’s favorite room in the home is the living room, with all its seating options and pretty

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angles, while Leslie really enjoys her kitchen to gather friends and family around the counter. When asked what her advice for homeowners would be, Leslie offers this, “Don’t try to do everything at once and always follow your instincts.”v

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Blue Glacier Tile, Origins Glass.

Available at Mosaic Tile in Raleigh. www.mosaictileco.com

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Bodegas El Nido “Clio” Monastrell/Cabernet 2011, Bodegas El Nido. Available at Wine Authorities in Raleigh and Durham. www.wineauthorities.com.

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Smart Sizzors “Cut Anything” Multi-Purpose Home and Garden Scissors, Any Sharp. www.anysharp.com.

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Sub-Zero Under The Counter Beverage Center, Sub-Zero. Available at Kitchen and Bath Galleries in Raleigh. www.kandbgalleries.com.

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Etch Pie Plate in Eggplant, Corningware.

Available at Whisk in Cary. www.whiskcarolina.com.

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Lita Wall Mount Pot Filler, Pfister. Available at Ferguson Kitchen and Bath in Raleigh. www.ferguson.com.

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Sawyer Freestanding Nickel Tub, Americh.

Available at Hughes Supply in Raleigh. www.hughessupply.com.

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Heat Seekers 8-Spice Gift Set, Savory Spice Shop. Available at Savory Spice Shop in Raleigh. www.savoryspiceshop.com.

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Urban Cowboy

Patrick Casey There’s a little cowboy in us all and how we express that frontier flair, be it with interior design, renovation or new construction, is up to each of us.

To me, there is no figure that more powerfully evokes the essence of the American spirit than the cowboy. Brought to the forefront at the onset of the Civil War, and lasting little more than a generation, this rough and tumble icon lived on and with the land, developing a functional manner of dress that well-suited his nomadic lifestyle. His plaid cotton shirt, worn sandy leather boots, denim britches, woolen flannel vest and furred suede chaps have become symbols of a romantic and lost way of life.

While not typically portrayed to be sophisticated, polished or elegant, I believe urban sprawl has begun turning this rough-hewn stereotype upside down with the emergence of the “urban cowboy”. We see him everywhere… from Glenwood South to Tobacco Road. He no longer rides on a horse, but instead chooses a steel-framed steed. He lives high in the sky where he can view the stars in more genteel quarters.

A tightly loomed and knotted rug, literally turned upside down to better distinguish the vivid colors, has replaced his customary bedroll.

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Handcrafted continents away, the classicAfter Persian design is reminiscent of ancient Aztec drawings that emblazon the landscape of the wild, Wild West.

Much like that colorful backdrop, our own cities and unique neighborhoods are sewn together like a quilt, made more beautiful by appreciating and preserving the past. There’s a little cowboy in us all and how we express that frontier flair, be it with interior design, renovation or new construction, is up to each of us. Whether we like it or not, urbanization continues and we are becoming much like the cowboy that must honor his heritage, while embracing the future.

As I ride off into the sunset, I must remind you that a true cowboy, even an urban one, absolutely would never go against the grain and wear shiny boots!v Patrick Casey is the manager of Green Front Interiors and Rugs in Raleigh, a store offering luxury furnishings, rugs and designs. Visit the Green Front store at 2004 Yonkers Road in Raleigh, or call them at 919-754-9754.

For more information, visit www.greenfront.com.

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Ramey Tunic in Mykonos Blue, Ramey Rhodes. www.shoprameyrhodes.com.

4 Bonnie Heels in Dune, Joie. www.joie.com.

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Coco and Bisou Top and Skirt in Dove Grey, Ramey Rhodes. www.shoprameyrhodes.com.

5 Clare V. Messenger Bag, Clare Vivier. www.clarevivier.com.

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6 Crisi Ankle Boot, Isabel Marant. www.isabelmarant.com.

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One of my favorite things about living in the South is that summer tends to linger as we head into fall. Many of our favorite summer wardrobe items can be easily transitioned into cooler weather looks with a change of accessories! Throwing a jacket over a summer dress or switching to a pair of low-heeled booties can transform your outfit. I like buying pieces that I can wear for the majority of the year, which is something I’ve tried to keep in mind with my designs – something I’m so glad we can do in Raleigh!

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8 Crista Leather Jacket, J Brand Jeans. www.jbrandjeans.com.

9 Pippa Bibb Necklace in Saffron, Loren Hope. www.lorenhope.com.

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Designer Spotlight: Rima Nasser

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This stylish kitchen, designed by Rima Nasser through Kitchen and Bath Galleries of Raleigh, is inviting, unique and above all, functional. We wanted to ask the designer herself about the concept behind the design and why it all works so well.

[Rima] When I saw this kitchen before the remodel, it was dark, small, crowded and nonfunctional. The finish was peeling off the cabinetry and the island was much too large for the space. My client expressed her vision for a bright, large and functioning kitchen, and immediately ideas began bouncing around in my head. With alterations to the original layout, I saw potential in the space to give her exactly what she desired - that dream kitchen.

Her home was designed in crisp, fresh neutral tones with a beautiful country charm. She wanted to carry that theme into

the kitchen but still wanted a “wow factor.”

We did just that by keeping the neutral tones in the seashell colored perimeter cabinetry and set it apart with that pop of color in the fun wasabi green accent cabinetry. The double-stacked glass cabinetry gave the space height, making it feel larger; and the “mouth-watering”, stunning soap stone countertop tied it all together.

We eliminated a large walk-in pantry to create the additional space added cabinetry to compensate for the lost storage. By creating a larger kitchen and moving some of the appliances into new positions, this gave us much better functionality. We were able to enlarge the window and add new can lighting, under-cabinet lighting and two beautiful cage pendants that were the icing on the cake. This was the kitchen of my client’s dreams – mission accomplished! v

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4. Spritz Rhomboid Blend Accent Tile and Ashbury Fleece Hand-Crackled Lexington Door Style in Wasabi Green, Kitchen Craft. www.kitchencraft.com

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