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48 hit the showers By Brad Mee

Six ways to shape and style your showers, inside and outside of today’s splashy bathrooms.

54 outsider information on the cover Designer Michele Dunker transforms a Cache Valley Tudor into a statement of chic style.

By Brad Mee Photos by Adam Finkle

Ward & Child’s Rob McFarland and Jerry Stanger offer insider tips for creating spectacular living spaces outdoors.

70 all dressed up By Brad Mee Photos by Scot Zimmerman

In Providence, designer Michele Dunker transforms a somber Tudor into a light-filled statement of timeless, fashion-forward style.

78 haven in the hills By Jessica Adams Photos by Scot Zimmerman

With Park City’s mountains as its muse, a team conjures a calm and comforting design for a rustic, modern home.

62 Modern leanings By Natalie Taylor Photos by Scot Zimmerman

A new Park City home connects with its mountain setting through dynamic architecture and cleanlined, comfort-forward interiors. Cover photography by Scot Zimmerman

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contents

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STYLE FILE 21 Editor’s Pick 22 Runways and Rooms 24 The Goods 26 In Good Taste 28 On Trend 30 In The Kitchen 32 On the Market

Departments

34 cravings spirited floats

44 landscapes dive right in

By Mary Brown Malouf Photos by Adam Finkle

Rich, refreshing and a classic summertime favorite, the ice cream float loses its innocence.

shop talk

Close-knit community

By Brad Mee

Cool water features make a big splash in landscapes across Utah.

85 dining in and out summer’s tastemaker: mint By Mary Brown Malouf

Some people know it as mint, others just refer to it as summer’s essential. Either way, this refreshing herb rules the season.

By Ashley Miller Photos by Adam Finkle

In a Sugar House bungalow, Blazing Needles serves Salt Lake City’s knitting enthusiasts with charm and a welcoming, sit-and-stay-awhile vibe.

40 in the garden circles of life By Brad Mee

Find more design inspiration at utahstyleanddesign.com

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Floral designer Natalie BernhiselRobinson turns her green thumbs loose on wreaths, transforming wire rings into lush loops of life.

89 design directory A resourceful guide of materials, products and services.

102

sources

A listing of this issue’s people, places and products.

104

making arrangements

small pleasures For your next party, snip a mix of fragrant herbs and gather them in small pots placed randomly on your patio table.

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editor’s note

The Outside edge

hese days, I’m not entirely sure of the right term: garden, landscape, grounds, paradise? What’s clear is “yard” doesn’t cut it anymore, as I learned when politely corrected by a local landscape designer who regarded the word with disdain. Too plain, too plot-like. You see that land outside your windows? It’s not a yard, it’s an opportunity. It’s a piece of property that is, or has the potential to be, an extension of your home and should be dubbed and designed as such. More and more Utahns are becoming obsessed with outdoor living, and they’re transforming their acreage into stylish, al fresco spaces that satisfy this fixation. Count me among them. When I purchased my 87-year-old home many years ago, one of the original covered patios oddly housed a billiards table and built-in bar area. I immediately disposed of the former, making room for a cozy seating group. A couple of years later, I transformed the latter into a dining area warmed by a raised fireplace. This patio

ranks among my favorite spaces and is furnished and finished with as much care and coin as any indoors. My neighbors and friends share similar stories of blurring the lines between indoors and out with under-the-stars spaces they live in and love. This issue celebrates Utah’s passion for outdoor living. Local experts enliven landscapes with dazzling pools, ponds and fountains. From their shop’s lush garden, Ward & Child’s Rob McFarland and Jerry Stanger provide invaluable tips on designing and furnishing outdoor living spaces and La Fleur’s Natalie Bernhisel Robinson shows us how to form fresh wreaths from living plants. Meanwhile, talented pros use their projects’ mountain settings—from Providence to Park City—to drive the design and details suffusing this issue’s must-see homes. Find a spot in your garden and enjoy the read. The following pages not only inspire dynamic design indoors and out, but also prove that today, style and comfort thrives in both.

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to Utah Style & Design magazine and author of the poetry chapbook Eden’s Edge. She loved working with architect Michael Upwall and the design team at LMK Interior Design for the home feature “Modern Leanings” (page 62). “This home’s architecture has soul,” she says. “The architecture and design rise to the occasion of the magical setting, elevating it rather than distracting from its majesty.”

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If it were up to Ashley Miller, sweater weather would be year-round. Seeing no need to forgo knits when it comes to dressing down for summer, “Close-Knit Community” (page 36) was the most fitting piece for her to write. “Summer is the prime time to sit back and relax,” she says. “It’s nice to know the perfect place to do just that is right around the corner at Blazing Needles.”

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cynthia yeo, marketing and web director for Utah Style & Design, consistently draws inspiration from our pages to create unique, must-see web content. “Dive Right In” (page 44) really caught her attention. “I have a large two-tiered pond in my backyard, so I’m always on the lookout for landscapes to help me get ideas about adding more plants and flowers around our pond,” Yeo says. When she’s not writing, blogging or pinning, Yeo hikes the Wasatch Front with her English pointer and remodels her Sandy home with her husband, Rob.

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box of rocks

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First the bad news: There is nothing inside either of these boxes. Now the good: No one cares. With pieces as spectacular as these quartz and selenite containers, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s on the outside that counts. American designer Kathryn McCoy knows this, selecting dazzling natural stones to adorn boxes that are as beguiling as anything that could be stored within them.

Quartz and pyrite box, $870 and Selenite box, $1,580, O.C. Tanner, SLC

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runways and rooms

confident and carefree This is no time to be shy. Embrace vibrant colors, playful patterns and a mix-it-up mentality to make your summer style as fun as it is high-fashion. Black and white woven tote, $77, Details, SLC

Photo frames, $38-$45, Cactus & Tropicals, SLC Reclaimed metal lantern, $48, Alice Lane Home Collection, SLC

Chanel Spring/Summer 2014 Collection

Indoor/outdoor sunflower pillow, $44, Ward & Childâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;The Garden Store, SLC

Side table, $595, Madison McCord, SLC

Hand-painted torch on pole, $82, Ward & Childâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;The Garden Store, SLC

Zoffany striped fabrics, To the Trade, John Brooks Inc., johnbrooksinc.com

Picnic side table, $151, Crate & Barrel, Murray

Eskayel Strata chair, $2,495, ABC Carpet & Home, abchome.com

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the goods

Cool Aqua 2056-40

Benjamin Moore

Aquatint SW 6936

Photo by Weston Colton

Sherwin-Williams

Interior design by Alice Lane Home Collection

Aegean Blue RLIB219

Ralph Lauren

Water colors Are your rooms looking a little parched? A shot of aqua can quench the thirst of any space needing a splash of summer cool.

Holly Hunt Lens table, To the Trade, John Brooks Inc., Scottsdale, johnbrooksinc.com

Seeded glass lamp, $336, Alice Lane Collection, SLC and Orem

Caterina chandelier, $3,995, Jayson Home, jaysonhome.com

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Cambria votive, $8, Z Gallerie, SLC

Sequin stripe pillow, $132, Patch NYC, patchnyc.com

Aquatic vase, $100, Crate & Barrel, Murray

Fish pinch plates, $10/set of 6, SurLaTable, SLC

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in good taste

summer’s secret weapon Take it from chef Ryan Lowder, Copper Common’s chilled Cantaloupe Gazpacho will be the easiest to prepare and most flavorful first course you’ll serve all summer long.

Lowder’s Cantaloupe Gazpacho Purée 1 medium cantaloupe (peeled, seeded, chopped), 1 small cucumber (peeled, chopped), 2 tablespoons chopped red onion, 2 teaspoons kosher salt, and 1/3 cup water in a blender until smooth. With motor running, drizzle in 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil; season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Serve chilled, topped with sliced fresh mint. “Green River melons are so good. Cantaloupe is an alternative to the watermelon gazpacho we serve at Copper Onion.”

Tableware from WilliamsSonoma, SLC

Utah’s Top Pick

Super Bowls

Left to Right: Grey check bowl, $13, Details, SLC; Blue line soup bowl, $4, CB2, CB2.com; Hand-painted earthenware bowl, $10, Crate & Barrel, Murray; Montes Doggett bowl, $35, O.C. Tanner, SLC

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From homemade ice cream to chilled soup, summer’s treats should be served in style.

During summer, pretty much every melon sold in Utah is labeled “Green River,” whether it comes from Utah or Mexico. Check your source! The combination of arid, sunny days and cool summer nights around Green River in Emery County creates the perfect climate for growing sweet, juicy cantaloupe, watermelon, Crenshaw and more. The season starts midsummer and lasts into September, when Green River holds its annual Melon Days Festival on September 19-20. melon-days.com

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on trend

IN STITCHES

Top row (left to right): Tembok by Zoffany, zoffanyinc.com; Momentum 4Zeal by Harlequin, harlequin.uk.com; Middle row: Bora Bora by Pierre Frey, pierrefrey.com; Rumi by Lori Weitzner, weitznerlimited.com; Mojito by Pierre Frey, pierrefrey.com; Bottom row: Lucerne by Harlequin, harlequin.uk.com; Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Amant by Elitis, elitis.fr; Grenadines by Pierre Frey, pierrefrey.com; Book End by Cloth, clothfabric.com. Fabrics available to the trade through John Brooks, Inc., johnbrooksinc.com

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Embroidery is hot. No, really. Forget Grandmaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hankies. Today, this age-old stitchery is renewed, embellishing fine fabrics with fresh colors, intricate patterns and show-stopping textures.

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in the kitchen

craving contemporary Designer Steve Norr shares key features that satisfy his clients’ hunger for stylish contemporary kitchens. “We have so many clients wanting contemporary,” says Steve Norr with Peppertree Kitchen & Bath. It comes as no surprise that this designer infused his latest kitchen display in the Roth Living showroom with cutting-edge design, innovative features and the latest kitchen must-haves. The pro gave us the lowdown on key elements that make this space, and others he creates, really cook.

1 Waterfall

Island Design

Countertops that extend over the side and to the floors are all the rage. “On this suspended island, we took it a step further and created a return on one end to add interest,” says Norr. He designed the 3/4-inch mitered arabescato marble waterfall treatment to appear 3-inches thick. “Waterfalls need to look substantial.” The overhang provides a tabletop for bar seating.

2 Textured Laminate

Cabinets

Wire-brushed wood? Nope, it’s textured laminate. Consistent in color and graining, durable, and easier to maintain and less costly than wood, this material ideally suits Norr’s clean-lined design. “It’s thicker than regular laminates, fosters horizontally matched grains, and looks great solo or paired with high-gloss white cabinetry,” he says.

3 Floating Shelves “Shelves break the bulk of lined-up cabinets and instantly add contemporary flair,” says Norr who particularly likes using them to open dark kitchen corners. Popular in pantries as well as kitchens, shelves can be creatively lit to showcase interesting backsplashes and edited displays.

4 Stylized Sink 2

Norr takes the temp of today’s high-style kitchen Double islands Steam ovens Built-in refrigerator towers Butler pantries

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HOT COLD

Peninsulas Corner cabinets/lazy susans Excessive, ornate hardware Trash compactors

“The sleek look of undermount and integrated sinks is ideal for contemporary kitchens,” Norr says. Staged in a 4-inch piece of statuarietto marble uniquely topping a stainless steel countertop, an undermount stainless steel sink performs as an eye-catching focal point in the striking space. “Limit yourself to two or three focal points to maintain a contemporary room’s clean-lined appeal.”

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On The Market

huntsville

Neighborhood Stats median home List Price $524,900

A northern Utah mountain hideaway, Huntsville blends small town charm, luxury living and all-season outdoor adventure.

years most homes were built 2000s Population 3,396* median Age 34* Public Schools Include Valley Elementary, Snowcrest Junior High, Weber High

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9,738 square feet Listing price $2,900,000

HOT property for sale With sweeping views of Pineview Reservoir and Snowbasin Resort, this frontier modern home—located in the gated Legends at Hawkins Creek community—is the ultimate in luxury living. Architect Greg Steffensen seamlessly melds indoor and outdoor living with expansive, view-framing windows and porch access from each of the five bedrooms. Built for entertaining, from lavish gatherings to intimate get-togethers, the home boasts a custom wood- and stainless steel-adorned kitchen, great room, wine room and theater room. It also accommodates an active lifestyle, featuring an indoor basketball court, gym and sauna. — Listed by Realtor Corey Crawford, Summit Sotheby’s International Realty

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From fine dining or outdoor adventure, you’ll find it in the haven of Huntsville.

snowbasin 3925 Snowbasin Rd., huntsville 801-620-1000

Arguably Utah’s most beautiful ski resort, Snowbasin’s hills are covered with wildflowers during the summer when guests enjoy disc golf, hiking and biking. Stay in a luxury condo at the nearby Lakeside Resort and enjoy in-room massages and lake front access.

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shooting star saloon 7350 E. 200 South, huntsville 801-745-2002

Drop by the oldest continually operating saloon in Utah for a cold beer and the Star Burger—which includes a knockwurst and two beef patties. Take in the saloon’s rustic decor, complete with an old jukebox and pool table.

july 4th celebration Huntsville goes all out for Independence Day, starting with an early morning one-mile fun run, 5K and 10K race, followed by a parade, mini film festival, sand volleyball and three on three basketball tournaments. More info at huntsvilletown.com. town square Rendezvous Lodge in The Village at Huntsville Square is the perfect spot for weddings, reunions and corporate gatherings. The Square is also home to Detours Bike and Paddle Board Rental, Huntsville Barbecue Company and a summer concert series. ski resorts Huntsville is the perfect powderhound basecamp. In addition to Snowbasin, Powder Mountain Resort and Wolf Mountain Resort are located in nearby Eden. Get gear from Diamond Peak Mountain Sports off Highway 158 in Eden. Religious Experience No trip to Huntsville is complete without visiting the Abbey of Our Lady of the Holy Trinity monastery. View the architecture, meet the Trappist monks and visit the gift shop for a handmade wooden clock or jewelry box.

*Facts and figures courtesy of Summit Sotheby’s International Realty and zillow.com

the water No wonder the Outdoor Retailer Summer Market demonstrates new summer gear at Pineview Reservoir. Visitors enjoy beaches for picnics and sunbathing and the water for swimming, standup paddle boarding, boating and water skiing. The reservoir is also stocked with crappie, perch and tiger muskie for anglers.

Bright and Beautiful In the summertime, we look forward to welcoming

the beautiful colors and fragrances of the awakened earth. Nature presents us with refreshing, bright palettes in landscapes of sky and water, as well as in the scents and hues of otherworldly gardens. Such an outdoor ambiance can be brought into your home with magnificent hand-woven rugs, ready to delight the eye with rich colors and soft textures underfoot. These handmade masterpieces have stunning features and personalities, brought to life by the hands of artisan weavers. Each heirloom piece expresses thousands of years of sophisticated tradition, reflecting marvelous craftsmanship, beauty, and originality. At Adibâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Rug Gallery, the legacy of this wondrous tradition is expressed through an extensive inventory of timeless pieces that exhibits a wide range of styles, from bold and modern to transitional and traditional. Our collection of new, semi-antique, and antique rugs has been gathered from around the globe to satisfy your stylistic preferences. At your assistance, we provide you with education, style, and personal attention that goes above and beyond. Dr. Adib and his professional staff are on hand to guide you through the information and histories behind fine rugs and tapestries, pillows, and other exceptional luxury items. We also offer the highest level of service in restoring, repairing, and handwashing.

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Spirited Floats Rich, refreshing and a classic summertime favorite, the ice cream float loses its innocence. by Mary Brown malouf

photos by adam finkle

o one’s knocking root beer floats, but you’ve probably been away from summer camp long enough to crave a more grown-up take on the classic concoction. This season, let the kids chase the ice cream truck while you serve easy-to-make spiked floats as the perfect ending to your summertime get-togethers.

LIMONCELLO DREAM Pour one ounce of limoncello and 1/2 ounce of Grand Marnier into a tall glass. Fill the glass with champagne or soda and top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Garnish with a lemon slice.

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MELBA FLOAT Fill a glass with cold semisweet Riesling and add a scoop of raspberry sorbet. Garnish with a sprig of mint.

CARAMEL STOUT Fill a mug 3/4 full with stout and plop in a scoop of Ben & Jerry’s Triple Caramel Chunk ice cream.

FROZEN PINK MIMOSA Use a melon scooper to make tiny balls of blood orange sorbet to float in pink champagne or sparkling wine. Garnish with an orange peel fan.

GETTING SCOOPED From floats to cones and every banana split in between, the first step to perfection is using the right tool. Select your scoop carefully.

Serrated ice cream scoop, $10

Spring-loaded stainless-steel ice cream scoop, $20

HOW TO FIX A FLOAT COOL IT Chill the glassware you’re going to use. Make certain the beer, wine or soda is well-chilled, too. SCOOP AHEAD Scoop your ice cream or sorbet in the morning, or the day before. Put the scoops on plastic wrap and freeze until time to serve. This not only saves time serving, but ensures the ice cream will be firmer and last longer in the glass. POUR FIRST Pour the beverage in first and only fill the glass 3/4 full. Then add the ice cream to minimize foaming and top off with more of the liquid. SIZE IT UP Choose glassware that suits the spirit and style of your float—flutes for champagne, stems for wines and mugs for beer. Select the right ice cream scoop to create scoops appropriately sized for the opening and shape of each glass. Have a variety of scoops to choose from, so the ice cream fits the glass.

Large melon baller, $11 Scoops from Sur La Table, SLC, surlatable.com

Glassware from Williams-Sonoma, SLC

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shop talk k n i t t i n g

Close-knit Community In a Sugar House bungalow, Blazing Needles serves Salt Lake City’s knitting enthusiasts with charm and a welcoming, sit-and-stay-awhile vibe.

by ashley miller

Photos by adam finkle

f there’s one trend that has been embraced by high fashion and home décor with equal fervor lately, it’s knitting. Intertwining yarns hooked into pattern-rich loops, rounded knots and serpentine channels create a style equal parts homespun and freshly modern. The combination proves irresistible to countless design devotees who choose knitembellished furnishings, accessories and even wall coverings for spaces of all styles. But the design-driven aren’t the only ones charmed by this

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stitchery. In Salt Lake City, a diverse and growing group of avid loopers and purlers frequent Blazing Needles—a bungalow-turned-knitting shop—to practice the art form and the celebrate the community it creates. From the outside, there’s no mistaking the purpose and passion behind Blazing Needle’s business. Rising from the cottage-style gardens, a sculpture designed by Fred Conlon forms an enormous metal ball of yarn accompanied by two needles that sway whatever-which-way the

Opposite: Trees wrapped in brightly colored yarns to shade Blazing Needles’ front patio. Right: Bright, natural light fills the bungalow’s idea packed front room. Top: Yarns in assorted textures, fibers and colors offer countless choices for knitting-artists. Above: Owner Cynthia Mills sits on the shop’s porch with her son’s dog Caesar.

Knit wit Some chic and others cheeky, knit-textured pieces add instant pop to the home.

Slate gray throw, $165, Details, SLC

Reclaimed Rope Stool, $120, C.G. Sparks, SLC

Knitting wallpaper, $89 per roll, couturedeco.com

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shop talk k n i t t i n g wind carries them—creating the illusion of knitting needles at work. Beyond the art piece, colorfully “yarn-bombed” tree trunks and porch pillars charm passers-by. But it’s what’s inside that causes visitors to become truly hooked to this place. Once past the front door, guests are greeted by a collection of small, light-filled rooms lined with cubbies stocked with colorful yarns so boldly hued they could make a rainbow blush. From room to room, skeins, balls and hanks of luxurious yarns inspire and entice at every turn. Owner Cynthia Mills opted to keep the bungalow’s segmented floor plan intact rather than opening it up to perform like a typical retail space. “I always wanted people to gather in here, sit together and visit…just as if it’s a big family room,” she says of the interior that previously was a doctor’s office. Not surprisingly, what makes Blazing Needles so engaging and successful has less to do with architecture details, yarn skeins or knitting needles and more to do with the passion Mills has for connecting and welcoming all persons and creating friendships through the art of knitting. “Cynthia cares about everyone,” says Kate Wilson, a pepper-haired grandmother who lives within walking distance of the bungalow. “She knows us all.” Sitting elbow-to-elbow around a restored, blue-legged farmhouse table that stretches across the length of the great room and acts as the hub of the house, a group of knitters—men and women, young and old—praise the safe haven Blazing Needles has come to be. Among them is Leo Tyler, a buff, thirty-something who defies the stereotype of an avid knitter. “The first time I came in, I left with a hug,” Leo says as his hands busily needle yarn into a soon-to-be afghan with self-striping yarn. Kate and Leo’s fellow knitters nod in agreement, eager to discuss how accepted they feel in a business that prizes relationships over revenue. “Knitting isn’t what drives me,” says Cynthia. “It’s the community. These really are my family members.” USD

Site Savvy Top left: Sculptor Fred Conlon designed an enormous metal ball of yarn accompanied by needles that sway with the wind—creating the illusion of knitting needles at work. For an even more dramatic effect, a tank of propane can be attached to the artwork to set it ablaze. Top right: As part of a larger knitting community, Blazing Needles offers “Ravelry” name pins to guests of every age and gender to encourage lasting friendships. Above: Knitters come to Blazing Needles to gather around the barnyard table for friendship, advice and, what else—knitting.

Flannery hand-knitted pillow, $50, Crate & Barrel, Murray

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Yellow pouf, $80, CB2, cb2.com

Log in to Pinterest and in an instant, you’ll likely see a knitted something or other. Entire boards are devoted to this newly hip hobby as are entire websites. Ravelry.com—the free networking platform for knitters and crocheters—is the Facebook for the knitting-enthralled.

Crocheted trivets, $10 each, Hip & Humble, SLC

Knit motif pot, $17, Cactus & Tropicals, SLC

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Circles of Life

Who says gardening is limited to plots of land or pots of soil? Floral designer Natalie Bernhisel-Robinson turns her green thumbs loose on wreaths, transforming wire rings into lush loops of life. by brad mee

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Photos Susan Barnson Hayward, from Living Wreath by Natalie Bernhisel-Robinson. Reprinted with permission of Gibbs Smith.

ou’re not hanging hoops of dried eucalyptus or grapevine around your house anymore, right? Good. Don’t get us wrong, we love wreaths, but if it’s dead and catching dust, it has no place in the home. Here’s a fresh thought: Go live. Floral designer Natalie Bernhisel-Robinson did exactly that when she created her new book, Living Wreaths (Gibbs Smith). “Everybody loves wreaths and everybody loves plants and flowers, so I just combine them,” says Bernhisel-Robinson. Her published creations are vibrant, verdant rings that reach far beyond, but include, lush circles covered in fresh ivies and mosses. Imagine wreaths planted with blooming impatiens and alyssum, lavender and even culinary lettuces, herbs, strawberries and tomato plants. “I love setting a lettuce or herb wreath at the center of a table and providing dinner guests with small snippers used to clip greens to top their salads,” Bernhisel-Robinson says. The designer also uses succulents and cacti to transform simple wire frames into living art. “I’m obsessed with succulents, their colors, shapes and textures,” BernhiselRobinson says. Pulling them straight from her yard and occasionally from a garden store, the designer favors them as much for their low-maintenance, easy-care personalities as their sculptural beauty. “If you don’t want to babysit your wreath, consider succulents,” she says. Granted, grapevine wreaths make no demands on their owners, but nurturing a living version doesn’t involve hard labor either. “They may be a little more work, but they are so spectacular and really fun to watch grow,” BernhiselRobinson says. Thanks to the talented designer’s new book— filled with beautiful photographs and step-by-step instructions—anyone can reap the rewards of creating and growing a live wreath.

Opposite page: A composition of sculptural succulents and fragrant alyssum brings a square wreath-form to life. Above: Created with the cook in mind, this herb ring includes mint, thyme, rosemary, basil, sage, tarragon and other fragrant culinary plantings. Bernhisel-Robinson suggests arranging the herbs on a work surface to finetune the design before planting. Left: Imagine your friends’ amazement as they admire your wreath covered in bright-red cherry tomatoes. Water this piece regularly and it will reward you with fruit from July into September. Below: Wax begonias, jade cuttings and strawberry begonias combine to create a rich palette of contrasting textures and greens on this verdant wreath.

BOUND TO INSPIRE Living Wreaths (Gibbs Smith, $20) provides readers all the information they’ll need to complete their projects, from start to finish. Included among the many tips and techniques is a list of must-have tools, soil types and wreath-care guidelines.

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How to:

Sculpt with Succulents

You’re Welcome Door wreaths aren’t the only way to stylize your stoop. A unique doormat also greets guests with a welcoming gesture.

Geo red coir pile doormat, $30, Cactus & Tropicals, SLC

SUP coco-fiber rug, $50, Pure Home, purehome.com

Chilewich doormat, $76, Ward & Child—The Garden Store, SLC

Howdy/See Ya Coir doormat, $30, Hip & Humble, SLC

1. Start with a damp moss-covered wreath base and assorted succulents. 2. Make a hole through the moss into the wreath’s core using a screwdriver or skewer. Using forceps, insert a succulent cutting or plant roots into the hole.

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3. If necessary, use a U-shaped pin to help keep the succulent in place. Support the plant, but don’t puncture it. 4. Lay the wreath flat for five to six weeks to allow the roots to take hold. USD

Striped coir doormat, $40 and flip-flops, $19, Bloomingsales, SLC

801.565.1654 . 7940 S. 1300 W. . West Jordan, Utah 84088 . www.peppertreekitchen.com

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Dive Right In Cool water features make a big splash in landscapes across Utah. by Brad mee

1) To enrich his Holladay home’s lush Japanese-style landscape, Tuck Landscape’s Rob Radcliffe created a series of ponds and waterfalls that spill into a main pool filled with colorful koi, lily pads and water hyacinths. 2) Topiary junipers surround a large sparkling pool surrounded by the tailored landscape of a 1938 Holladay estate. 3) In St. George, water flows from a glass-tiled wall, over a series of steps into a sparkling reflecting pool below. Behind the wall, a hot tub enjoys privacy and desert views. Landscape designers Kent Bylund and Josh Hellewell teamed with McQuay Architects and Assoc., Sunset Pools and Split Rock Inc. to create the multi-level water feature. 4) To create the look a lush natural landscape in Holladay, Big Rock Premium Landscaping and Design created waterfalls spilling into a 14-foot deep trout pond that, in turn, flows

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into two bubbling streams. Weeping beech, Japanese maples, evergreens, scotch moss and other layered vegetation hugs the tranquil water feature and enormous slabs of imported Brown’s Canyon sandstone. 5) Falling from weirs integrated into a 3-foot-high masonry stone wall, water flows through grates into a nearby pool while also providing a safe and splashy play area for small children. Designed by Landform Design Group for a Springville residence, the feature wall is illuminated at night by flush, ground level lights. 6) Purchased in France for an Orem home’s elegant landscape, this town square fountain is surrounded by French Limestone and features bronze spouts spilling water into a serene koi pond. Designer Don Brady and Aaron Inouye teamed to create this and other striking features integrated into the chateau’s property.

photos by: 1) alan blakely, 2) and 3) Scot zimmerman, 4) Big rock, 5) Jayson King, 6) Scot zimmerman

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photos by: 7) Scot zimmerman, 8) david eschenfelder, 9) Jayson king, 10) scot zimmerman

7) Looking like a plane of water suspended over Ivan’s desert landscape, a three-sided infinity pool spills into a contemporary pond 12 feet below. The pool was designed slightly narrower at the end most distant from the main house to create the illusion that the pool is longer than it actually is. Landscape designer Kent Bylund worked with McQuay Architects and Assoc., Sunset Pools and Split Rock Inc. to create the spectacular water feature. 8) Measuring only 12-feet by 22-feet, this “spool” or combined spa and pool overlooks the valley from an Avenues residence. The spool boasts a negative edge design, hydrotheraphy jets and color chang-

ing LED lights. Eschenfelder Landscaping teamed with Omega Pools to create the feature and framed it with coping made from honed Park City gold sandstone from Brown’s Canyon. 9) In Farmington, Landform Design Group created a lawn-covered bridge that spans 18 feet and links grass areas on opposite sides of the large property’s natural stream. 10) For the outdoor living area of a historic Pioneer-style home in Riverton, Northland Design Group created a lighted splash pad that, when not operating, doubles as dining patio furnished with easy-to-move table and chairs. Exposed aggregate concrete provides a non-slip surface for the family-friendly feature. USD

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Hit the Showers Six ways to shape and style your showers, inside and outside of today’s splashy bathrooms.

BY Brad mee

f showers have a moment, we are in it. High-style showers have been rising in popularity during the last few years and, in 2014, are cited among the top must-haves in homes across Utah and the country. In fact, showers have replaced bathtubs as the preferred spot to rinse and relax. As a result, they are being doused with refined functional features, increased square footage and head-turning design. The following shower variations are among today’s most-wanted and offer spectacular options for any bathroom, including yours.

1. Steam Showers

Unless you insist on rinse-and-run ablutions, a steam shower may be the most pleasurable feature you can add to your home. “Almost all of our master bathrooms include a steam shower,” says Jeremy Jackson, a principal of Jackson LeRoy Remodeling in SLC. He notes that the feature has replaced the jetted tub as a must-have in today’s spa-style bath. Designer Nicole Zeigler of Enzy Design agrees. “Clients are more likely to spend on a luxury shower than a luxury tub, and steam is favored over body sprays in showers today,” she says. Steam showers require professional design and installation; they must be completely enclosed to operate properly and be entirely waterproofed to thwart steam from escaping into the bathroom. Movable transoms often perform as glass vents to regulate moisture and heat.

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Frameless glass and classic marble enclose a spacious steam shower located in a Heber homeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s master bathroom designed by Harman-Wilde Interior Design.

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2. Frameless Glass No one’s knocking shower curtains (well, maybe a little), but glass is clearly a superior solution to splash-proofing a shower with style. Do it without a frame and you’ve got a leading shower trend that continues to be hot and shows no signs of cooling. “Most showers are now being done with a frameless type of glass,” says Jackson. More expensive than its framed counterpart and certainly more costly than shower curtains, it positively affects the style of a bathroom. “Frameless glass not only looks great, it also makes a bathroom feel more spacious,” says Zeigler. She explains that while frameless glass has been popular for a number of years, its hardware continues to evolve stylistically. “From handles to hinges, we’re seeing many more options beyond simple chrome,” she says. Fresh profiles, assorted finishes, a range of styles and even sliding barn door tracks provide homeowners beautiful ways to incorporate frameless glass into their customized bathroom designs.

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Left: A linear drain, double showerheads and walls of frameless glass shape the modern style and appeal of a Salt Lake City home’s spacious shower. Interior design by Liz O. Design. Below: A curved wall of frameless glass encloses a uniquely shaped shower. Interior design by Gary MacGlaughlin. Lower left: Frameless glass walls and doors form a wedge-shaped shower along a concave tiled wall.

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SHOWER POWER Trick-out your shower with the latest accessories.

Moxie showerhead with wireless speaker, Kohler, us.kohler.com

StyleDrain, California Faucets, calfaucets.com

Wall-mounted folding teak seat, Mr. Steam, mrsteam.com

A curbless entry provides easy access to a modern bathroom’s glass-walled shower.

3. Curbless Showers A solid step toward to creating a truly accessible shower, curbless designs remove the curb at the base of the shower enclosure allowing flooring to run unobstructed from the bathroom into the shower space. This less-is-more approach appeals to modern aesthetes as well as those best served by roll-in showers devoid of physical obstacles on the floor. “I absolutely love them and would put them in every bathroom if we could,” says Zeigler. The challenge is engineering a sloped floor for drainage. “This is easier to accomplish in new-builds but often

requires modifying existing floor joists in remodeled bathrooms,” Jackson says. “Building up the floor or adding a small lip at the shower’s entrance provides alternatives,” says Zeigler stating that many clients want a curbless entry but don’t really understand the construction required to create it. When designed with a linear drain, curbless showers also provide the opportunity to use larger floor tiles that can flow uninterrupted from the room into the shower. “The single slope and linear drains provide more design flexibility,” Jackson says.

Aimes ceiling-mount showerhead with LED lighting, Toto, totousa.com

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Created by Split Rock Inc. in St. George, curved walls shape the entry and cavity of a desert home’s walk-in shower.

4. Walk-In Enclosures Prefer a little more privacy than a glass-enclosed or open shower will provide? If you have the space, consider the walk-in shower. Basically a room-within-a-room, walk-ins are enclosed by tiled walls—often shapely and curved—that create water- and visual-barriers from the rest of the bathroom. When inspired by universal design, they boast curbless, doorless entries and spacious interiors equipped with seats and grab bars to serve the disabled. “They’re less popular in remodels than in new builds because they require a lot of space,” Zeigler says. The walk-in is often ruled out because it can be too cold, according to Jackson. “They don’t trap the warmth and steam like enclosed showers do,” he says. To lessen this problem, his team often runs heated floors into walk-in shower spaces.

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5. Barrier-Free Showers Devoid of enclosures or obstructions, this ultra-hip, easily accessible shower fosters a spacious, airy feel for the bathroom. Be warned: If you suffer splash-phobia, barrierfree design is not for you. These showers guarantee water splatter. Jackson’s team has installed barrier-free showers foremost in homes in which access and space are musts. “Wheelchairs need more room in a shower and barrier-free showers can provide it,” he says. Often, barrier-free showers are part of a wet room in which the shower, tub and sometimes even a sink share the same waterproofed area of a bathroom. “More people are considering wet rooms, but it really depend on the amount of space you have to work with,” Zeigler explains. “Wet rooms fit better at the end of long narrower bathrooms rather than in the center of square spaces.”

barrier-free Photos (2) courtesy of Dornbracht, others by scot zimmerman

Left and Above: Barrier-free showers are integrated into spacious bathrooms fostering an airy, strikingly modern vibe. Elemental Spa design by Dornbracht. Below: Located along a path leading from a pool into the home, architect Michael Upwall created this outdoor shower to provide a private spot for an exhilarating rinse.

6. Outdoor Showers Today’s growing obsession with outdoor living has led to increased interest in outdoor showers. No longer just for resorts, beach homes and pooled properties, they are popping up everywhere, refreshing everyone from grimy gardeners and overheated athletes to little leaguers, pet owners and others who simply relish invigorating, open-air clean-ups. “I love outdoor showers, and it seems we are creating them more often,” Jackson says. “Most often they serve a nearby hot tub or pool.” Obviously, plumbing, site selection, drainage, privacy and material selection all play a part in creating the perfect alfresco shower for the home. USD summe r 2 0 1 4

Above left: Suspended from thick rope, metal lanterns filled with strings of lights add sparkle to the outdoor setting. Above right: Rob McFarland and Jerry Stanger, Ward & Child—The Garden Store, SLC

Outsider Information Using their store’s enchanting urban garden for inspiration, Ward & Child’s Rob McFarland and Jerry Stanger offer insider tips for creating spectacular living spaces outdoors. BY Brad mee

Photos by adam finkle

ehind the charming Ward & Child—The Garden Store in SLC, there is an Eden-like plot where garden design flourishes and locals turn for ideas, advice and enchanted escape. “We wanted to inspire people and let them see the possibilities, even on a central city abandoned lot,” says Rob McFarland who, along with Jerry Stanger, owns Ward & Child and designed this petite piece of paradise. Over the two decades since the store opened and its garden was created, outdoor living has grown into an obsession in Utah. So naturally, when we went looking for advice on creating ultra livable and stylish outdoor spaces, we turned to these pros. With their captivating garden as an inspiring backdrop, the duo teamed with Petit Feast’s Victoria Topham to provide invaluable advice on creating, furnishing and even entertaining in spectacular outdoor spaces.

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Creating a respite along a garden path, a classic bench is dressed with colorful pillows, accessories and an aqua garden stool serving as a shapely side table.

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What the Pros Know:

OUTDOOR FABRICS Just because a fabric says “outdoor” doesn’t mean it won’t degrade in the sunlight or deteriorate with water. Select 100-percent solutiondyed acrylic, which holds up better and is more expensive to make. If you’re selecting a pattern, choose a woven rather than a printed fabric.

USD: How has outdoor living evolved over the last decade? W&C: People are realizing that creating and furnishing an outdoor space requires a strong commitment—both from a design and investment standpoint—and they’re willing to make it. Homeowners are installing pergolas, decks and terraces to create the architectural framework that’s so important to many outdoor living spaces. They’re also investing in higher quality, longer-lasting furniture.

Q: Any tips on locating and sizing an outdoor room? A: Outdoor spaces can be anywhere and almost any size, but they do need to be defined. For a space intended for lounging and dining, a 16-by-20 foot area is a good starting point. A common mistake is making spaces like decks or terraces that are extensions of the house too small. Ever heard someone say, “I wish my deck were smaller”?

Q: What about smaller garden spaces? A: It’s key to have one major outdoor living area, but intimate spaces are important, too. If there’s a garden spot you’re drawn to, create a sitting area, a comfortable place to pause. Consider building a pergola or some other overhead structure to shade and extend the time the space can be enjoyed. And, of course, create a space for dining.

Q: You say dining with conviction. A: Absolutely. Notice how outdoor dining spaces are always full at restaurants? People love to eat outside. If you don’t have room for both lounging and dining, have a nice table and quality, interesting folding chairs to bring out. Have a small bistro size table that’s always set up and available for a spur-of-themoment al fresco.

Q: Any other advice for selecting furniture? A: Think quality. People are tired of replacing cheap outdoor furnishings from big box stores. They don’t have the quality standards to endure outdoor exposure. Take teak, for example. If it’s grown at a low elevation it grows much quicker, leading to higher yields making it less expensive. It also lacks the hardness, strength and high oil content of high-elevation teak, which can last for decades outside. This type grows much more slowly, is denser and has the high oil content that makes teak a great choice for exterior furniture and accessories.

Q: What about wicker? A: All-weather wicker is a very strong trend right

“Every spot in the garden should be special,” says McFarland. He and Stanger boosted the style of their side entry with a bright green door, a basket-topped pillar and a shapely red chair.

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now, but it has quality issues as well. If the vinyl that is used to make the resin for the wicker is diluted to make it go further, the price goes down, but the material becomes brittle over time. High quality, allweather wicker stays supple for years, doesn’t fade and is virtually maintenance free.

Q: Are there any new products that excite you? A: We’re carrying a loom product made from wood fibers

Q: Are there particular pieces you suggest using outdoors? A: Outdoor spaces need a good sofa, chairs, end tables,

that are saturated with an architectural resin then spun into small rope-like threads woven into many shapes. It’s then painted with an automotive finish. Clients get the look of all-weather wicker with the ability to choose from dozens of colors.

consoles and lighting, much like an interior space does. Everything doesn’t need to match, however. While an eclectic, mixed look can be difficult to pull off outdoors, it creates an interesting look.

Q: Any pointers on designing outdoor living spaces? A: Furnishing outdoor spaces can be daunting because of their openness and the scale of nature itself. Main living areas require larger, more serious pieces. Look at the main living areas inside your home. The scale of the pieces you place outside should be similar in both scale and color especially if the outdoor space can be seen from inside the home. This makes the transition from indoors to out seamless and gracious.

A patterned outdoor rug anchors a charming faux bois table paired with durable outdoor wicker chairs and a metal side table.

Q: What’s the secret to successfully mixing outdoor materials? A: Mixing a dining set can be easy. Pair woven chairs with a wood table for example, or metal chairs that are a different color than their metal table counterpart. It’s also okay to mix a wicker sofa with teak or metal chairs. Pairing different woods or wickers, however, can be tricky. To use assorted wickers, remember to change the color and the size of the actual wicker threads from piece to piece. A fine dark wicker on a chair could work with a larger, lighter wicker sofa, for example. su m m e r 2 0 1 4

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Q: Is there a specific style that outrivals others outdoors? A: Because nature is so stimulating, simpler furnishings often work best. Look for simpler, cleaner and straighter lines. Don’t think traditional or contemporary, think classic.

Q: Any tricks for choosing colors? A: Repeat interior colors outside to link indoors and out. Also, choose a neutral for big pieces like a sofa, and remember that neutrals needn’t be beige. Grays, browns, taupes and creams come in endless shades and variations. Add pops of bright colors using ottomans and pillows to change the look of a neutrally toned big piece. Small fabric-covered pieces are the easiest and least costly way to get a fix of your favorite color that may change in a year or two.

Q: What other outdoor accents do you suggest? A: Outdoor rugs are indispensable. They create a refined finished look for outside spaces and hide any flaws of existing surfaces underfoot. Planted containers add architectural interest and color, and remember, bigger is better. Also, invest in a few big trays that allow you set up and entertain without constantly running inside and out. And don’t forget outdoor lighting–it’s essential.

Q: What advice do you have for choosing and placing lights? A: Plan lighting from inside the home looking out as well as from within the garden areas. Because a glow is aesthetically the most pleasing, use a higher quantity of fixtures with lower watt bulbs rather than a few fixtures putting out huge amounts of light. Light architectural features, statues, fountains and important plants with a strong framework. Unless it’s a statement piece—a chandelier, lantern or an outdoor lamp—outdoor fixtures shouldn’t be too decorative. Bear in mind, outdoor lighting is a serious but very rewarding investment, so work it into the budget early.

Q: Having previously photographed and spent time in your home’s amazing garden spaces, I know you truly live in your outdoor rooms. A: We really do. We spend mornings on the balcony because the sun is so nice then. During the day and for predinner drinks and nibbles, we’re on the covered porch. We actually dine in the garden. With the glow of the landscape lighting and candles, the sound of moving water, and good food and wine, it really doesn’t get better than that.

Contrasting materials, colors and even styles— from a classic wicker sofa to modern upholstered cube stools—come together to create a vibrant, inviting outdoor living area staged beneath a shade tree. A patterned outdoor rug grounds the casual setting while bright hues warm the cool garden.

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Lemon Coconut Cake with Meringue Icing Ingredients 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. table salt 1 cup granulated sugar 2 eggs 1 cup butter 2 Tbsp. minced lemon zest 2 tsp. coconut extract 2/3 cup + 2 Tbsp. whole milk

Raspberry Ginger Lemonade (recipe on page 92)

Heirloom Tomato and Fava Bean Salad (recipe on utahstyleanddesign.com)

Grilled Salmon with Savory Herbs and Eggplant Caponata

Instructions Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray and flour an 8” cake pan. Set aside. Sift flour, baking powder and salt together. Set aside. Cream butter and sugar together using a mixer set on high speed until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Scrape down sides of bowl. With mixer running, add eggs one at a time and mix until fully incorporated and no clumps of butter remain. Add lemon zest and coconut extract. Then, alternately beat dry mixture and milk into creamed mixture, starting and ending with dry mixture. Pour batter into prepared pan and bake until a toothpick inserted in center of cake comes out clean, 25-30 minutes. Remove from oven and cool completely on wire rack before icing with meringue icing.

(recipe on utahstyleanddesign.com)

Lemon Coconut Cake (recipe on left)

Meringue Icing Ingredients 1 cup powdered sugar 5 egg whites 1 pinch cream of tartar 1 tsp. fresh lemon juice 3 cups grated coconut Instructions In a small mixing bowl, combine egg whites, powdered sugar and lemon juice. Mix to combine. Place a saucepan with 2” of water on stove top. Place mixing bowl with icing ingredients over saucepan of water and bring up to a simmer. Make sure bottom of mixing bowl does not touch simmering water. Heat until sugar is completely dissolved. Transfer mixture to work bowl of a stand mixer and whip on high speed until meringue holds stiff, glossy peaks. Ice cake using prepared icing, pressing coconut to sides of iced cake. Do not refrigerate iced cake. Cake is best eaten within 2 days of baking.

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The bright green bistro table and chairs can be set up at a moment’s notice. This evening, chef Victoria Topham’s Lemon Coconut Cake is set on the table luring guests into the garden’s corner.

Left: Side salad of heirloom tomatoes, fava beans, fresh mozzarella, basil and an herb vinaigrette Above: Victoria Topham, Petite Feast Below: Topham served grilled salmon and eggplant caponata on a table beautifully set inside the garden.

AL FRESCO ENTERTAINING “I like to start at the market and develop a menu from there,” says Petite Feast’s Victoria Topham discussing the summer fare she stylishly creates at home and for her in-home clients alike. With similar flair, Topham catered a delicious summer meal in Ward & Child’s garden and provided expert tips and recipes for cooking and entertaining outdoors. During summer, I like grilling and incorporating bold, assertive flavors including cilantro, jalapeño and citrus that suit the season. Involve guests who have fun helping to grill hors d’oeuvres like skewered meats, pizzas or flatbreads. Serve courses when dining in a garden. Serve each one in a different part of the yard and allow time for guests to mingle between them. This is especially smart with large parties, so guests aren’t restricted to visiting with only those sitting by them at a single sitting. For groups of 15 or more, I suggest a buffet or family-style dining. For a single host, it’s too difficult to plate that many meals well. It’s also more casual, making it ideal for summer entertaining. Prepare as much as possible beforehand so you can enjoy time with your guests. Consider incorpo-

rating take-out food to supplement your menu, or prepare the entrée and hire a caterer or chef to do the rest. Don’t be so ambitious that you miss the party. Have a loose schedule and don’t rush the evening. Setting up lawn games like corn-toss that can be enjoyed during cocktails and hors d’oeuvres can help establish the laidback agenda. Depending on the event, I’ll incorporate paper and plastic in my tableware. However, I always use linen table napkins, real cutlery and glassware, and paper cocktail napkins. It’s not what’s on the table, but who’s around the table that really counts. Victoria Topham, Petite Feast, SLC, 801-755-6644, petitefeastutah.com

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Solid walnut treads that cantilever off a central tube steel I-beam spine appear to float in front of a wall of floor-to-ceiling windows. The open treads allow interior and exterior views to flow through the staircase. Opposite: A reaching roofline pays homage to the mountain peaks above it while the open, covered entry welcomes guests. Steel beams, two-story, floor-toceiling windows, and a railing with horizontal orientation add modern aesthetics, while cedar siding and soffits, indigenous stone, and copper fascia, roof, and garage doors ground the home with warm, organic elements.

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Modern Leanings A new Park City home connects with its mountain setting through dynamic architecture and clean-lined, comfort-forward interiors.

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f God had a ski-in, ski-out home, this would be it,” says architect Michael Upwall, who designed this remarkable modern mountain home located in The Colony at White Pine Canyon. Razor sharp geometric lines, breezeways formed by leaning glass walls, and expansive floor-to-ceiling windows that capture stunning mountain views create drama inside and out. “The owner selected this six-acre property because it features a meadow surrounded by trees,” says Upwall, founder and owner of Upwall Design. “The home is like a winding origami. Instead of building the home right in the middle of the meadow, each room is tucked into open spaces along the tree line, essentially surrounding and embracing the meadow, and the volume of each room is defined by those spaces.” These architecturally unique areas are separated by two breezeways that connect either summe r 2 0 1 4

Above: Rift-sawn walnut cabinets take on a linear graining in the kitchen. A dark stain complements the wood tones and furniture in the adjacent living room while greige quartzite countertops and hood add contrast. The backsplash, crafted of 3-by-6 inch stone tile in Vogue Grey, relates to the stone fireplace fostering a cohesive design throughout the home. Right: The kitchen features rich wood and abundant sunlight. The linear textures add contemporary flair while the colors and grain add warmth. Above the room, the homeowner’s upper-level office space overlooks the great room below.

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side of the home, creating the sense that each structure is placed by itself in the forest. The reaching roofline mimics the angles of the mountain peak. “I designed the home to stretch up and pay homage to the setting and to invite the view into the space,” Upwall says. Every aspect of the home embraces nature, breaking down barriers between the interior and exterior. Designed around the meadow, the driveway follows a path through the forest and then crosses a stream before arriving at an entry built around a 50-foot fir tree. To mirror the spectacular mountain setting, Upwall shaped the dynamic architecture with sharp angles. “Using leaning walls and glass windows makes it seem like you’ve captured a moment,” he says. “It’s as if you caught something mid-flight.” The breezeway from the main house to the master suite, encased in glass to provide expansive views of the forested landscape, serves as a dynamic natural bridge rather than a static transitional space. A second breezeway located on the opposite end of the home leads from the garage to a ski room. “This creates a unique architectural element and a feeling of separation from the main area of the home,” explains designer Rion Locke with LMK Interior Design. “It’s similar to the

Massive floor-to-ceiling windows flood the cantilevered bridge with natural sunlight. A leaning wall leads to the entrance of the master suite, creating a dynamic transitional space and breaking down exterior and interior barriers.

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Left: To complement the scale of the massive great room’s living area, two cocktail tables—referencing the ‘60s—serve as the focal point of the furniture grouping featuring a 12-foot Thomas O’Brien sofa and two chaises with tuxedo-style arms. A heavily textured sisal rug framed with a rich cream leather border grounds the sitting area. Pillows featuring a bold pattern reminiscent of Native American design add pop. Above: An eye-catching vignette in this splitchiseled basalt stone semi-circular wall features a console table by Bolier.

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Mountain High

1. This breezeway connects the main house to the master bedroom suite which is a self-contained structure tucked into an opening in the tree line.The bridge steps down one level enabling the owners to walk out of their bedroom directly onto a ski run. 2. Floor-to-ceiling, two-story windows showcase the breathtaking views of Park Cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mountains. Custom linen and bronze pendant lamps fill the scale of this massive room. 3. Custom-designed black iron pendant lamps with parchment paper shades and an iron railing with inset glass elevate the style of this open space. 4. An angled wall, striated ceramic tile, custom integrated quartzite sink and backlit LED mirror make this powder room extraordinary. 5. The family room is a sunk-in, multi-level living space that creates intimacy within a massive home and pays homage to conversation pits of the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;60s. 6. Cedar soffits and copper roof add warm, natural elements to the homeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dynamic architectural lines. Indigenous stone, quarried from the site, grounds the home in place.

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pod design of the mid-century modern era. When paired with the right furnishings, it accomplishes a nod to the ‘60s without being overpowering.” “The architecture is so progressive,” says Mark Kizerian, also with LMK Interior Design. “This house really pushes the edge of mountain modern design, there’s nothing else like it in Park City.” At the center of the home is a breathtaking staircase made of solid walnut treads that cantilever off a central tube steel I-beam spine and appear to float in front of a window wall. “The glass allows you to see through the treads to maximize the experience of the great room below,” Upwall says. “It celebrates the ascension of life.” To make the large house—totaling 9,000 square feet with nine bathrooms and six bedrooms—feel cozy, Upwall created sunk-in, multi-level living spaces including the family room which is connected to the great room by a two-sided fireplace, built on an angle. Transitioning materials used on the exterior, like the indigenous stone on the fireplace, into

the interior creates a cohesive design that thrives through carefully edited finishes. The LMK design team, for example, masterfully paired dark woods with light, textured fabrics. “We used a neutral color palette and then created drama with contrast,” says Kizerian. “Gray and beige or ‘greige,’ is accented with dark espresso, bronze or rust colors that relate to the flooring and add warmth and richness.” A modern aesthetic thrives room-to-room, including in the kitchen where the cabinets’ quarter-sawn walnut, cut on the horizontal, foster the keen, contemporary design prevalent throughout. “The warm color and texture in the natural wood grain balances the clean architectural lines but also makes sense in a mountain environment,” explains designer Richard Miller, of LMK Interior Design. In the end, the talented team’s goal was realized. Dynamic architecture and brilliantly executed interiors create a home that not only embraces its spectacular mountain setting, but also becomes part of it. USD

In the master bathroom, honed marble flooring and walls pair with dark walnut cabinets topped with greige quartzite to create a dynamic yet serene space. A customdesigned mirror with walnut trim, Hammerton sconces, and natural Roman shades add a range of gray tones and linear textures.

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Overlooking the gardens, the dining room boasts bright light and chic style. Bergamo fabric covers the roomâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Gabrielle side chairs by Hickory Chair while Donghiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Stellare Piccolo chandelier shimmers above the Sutcliffe Table by Dessin Fournir. Opposite: Set on a hillside in Providence, the Tudor-style home enjoys a lush landscape and broad views of Cache Valley.

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All Dressed Up In Providence, designer Michele Dunker transforms a somber Tudor into a light-filled statement of timeless, fashion-forward style. BY Brad mee

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In the entry hall, Dunker adorned the walls with shadowbox moldings. Donghiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hemp wallcovering adds dimension to the ceiling and upper walls above the stunning walnut staircase designed by Dunker.

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rom day one, designer Michele Dunker realized this Provi-

dence remodel would extend beyond the basement-level redo the homeowners Roger and Mary Jo Dahle had initially considered for their family. “Projects naturally evolve,” says Dunker who ended up gutting the entire 6,300-square-foot Tudor-style house down to the studs. The renovation included everything from reinforced floor joists and updated electrical to an altered floor plan and reconfigured rooms. “Once you start, you just know you’ll keep moving further into the house,” Dunker explains. And, of course, the décor was transformed. Working closely with her clients, Dunker replaced the home’s traditional Tudor-style elements with others befitting the homeowners’ refined tastes and desire for something lighter and more spirited. “Mary Jo and I were on the same page from the start,” says Dunker who describes her client as casual and glamorous. “We both like Gucci, Chanel and Tom Ford; we relate on a fashion level.” With her client’s level of taste established, Dunker directed the focus to interior icons, familiarizing Mary Jo with the likes of designers Donghia, Christian Liaigre, Thomas Pheasant and Barbara Barry. “This allowed me to zero in on exactly what

Above: In the large drawing room, a sofa covered in a Rogers & Goffigon’s Violetta fabric sits in front of broad windows overlooking the gardens. Subtle accents of gold gleam throughout the space while architectural treatments on the walls and ceiling wrap it in timeless style. Left: Michele Dunker, principal of Dunker Beal Interior Design

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The expanded kitchen boasts two islands, garden views and a sitting area staged below a soaring vaulted ceiling.

appealed to her and use this information to create the home she wanted,” says Dunker, who was intent on delivering a spectacular, couture interior. Walking through the front doors, one is met by a commanding entry Dunker considers the most difficult part of the project. “I pondered this space every time I walked into the home,” she says. “It had to be stunning, entirely new and yet maintain an element of authenticity.” She achieved this by dressing the entry with a paneled ceiling treatment, gleaming shadowboxed walls and a magnificent staircase framed by handcrafted walnut banisters and newel posts. Just steps away in the music room, a dazzling ivory piano appears to glow against a backdrop of imported English windows and dark walnut walls paying homage to the home’s Tudor style.

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Directly across the foyer, a spacious drawing room does just that—draws one into the room with garden views, elegant furnishings and multiple conversation areas. The space is light-filled and serene, taking its palette from the gardens. “All of the furniture has a celadon cast to it because I wanted to complement the evergreen outside,” Dunker explains. Floorto-ceiling windows and a deep-toned ceiling visually elevate the room’s 8-foot height while shadowboxed walls—painted in Benjamin Moore’s Tapestry Beige—provide timeless detail and dimension. “I used this color as the thread that links the home’s rooms,” says Dunker, who also repeated subtle accents of gold to help foster continuity throughout the interior. As if dusted with gold, the dining room’s hand-blown Venetian glass chandelier from Donghia performs like luminescent

Holly Hunt fabric frames the music roomâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s windows imported from England. Dark walnut walls provide a rich backdrop for the Dessin Fournir chairs and gleaming ivory piano.

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1. Ceiling molding and a striking Thomas Pheasant for Baker light enrich the upstairs landing. 2. Curved outdoor sofas furnish a spacious rounded patio overlooking Cache Valley. 3. In the master bathroom, walnut cabinets frame an alcove in which an elegant dressing table sits. 4. Magnificent railing extends from the entry to an elegant landing. 5. A chest makes a shimmering statement against the dark walnut walls in the homeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s foyer. 6. Light streams into the entry hall where the familyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cat curls up on a settee covered in a Nina Cambell fabric. 4 5

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art hanging above a Dessin Fournir table. A graphic ceiling treatment, patterned area rug and Zimmer + Rohde draperies provide the room with subtle statements of color and pattern. “I wanted them to be special without detracting from the chandelier,” Dunker says. In the nearby kitchen, Dunker created an inviting sitting area from an existing breakfast nook and framed it with vaulted ceilings, wood beams and garden windows. “It creates a cozy place to sit and read the paper while still being connected to the kitchen,” she says. Dunker expanded the original galley kitchen by pulling space from the adjacent drawing room. To infuse the space with comfortable scale and chic style she lowered the ceiling and added traditional architectural details that layer the room with classic detail. Double islands—one for cooking and the other for seating—optimize the kitchen’s functionality while a Walker Zanger backsplash and Holly Hunt sconces imbue the room with unmistakable glamour. “I never imagined

our old galley kitchen could become a beautiful space we enjoy using and spending time in,” Mary Jo says. Upstairs, Dunker continued the transformation, creating a number of spectacular bedroom spaces that include the busy couple’s luxurious master suite. “Roger is an international businessman who travels frequently,” says Dunker explaining the need for serene quarters. To create it, the designer dressed the bedroom in hushed tones and understated architecture and expanded its sitting area with French doors that open to a new veranda overlooking the gardens. In the master bathroom, the designer paired Carrara marble and walnut cabinetry, and then added accents of Walker Zanger tile and Urban Electric bronze light fixtures. “It’s a feminine-meets-masculine style that creates the room’s glamour.” Dunker credits the room’s success as well as that of the overall project to the faith her clients had in her. “When clients trust me completely, I naturally want to create the very best for them.” USD

A gold, egg-shaped table by Phillips Collection adds an element of surprise in the serene master suite. Dunker combined bedding and fabrics by Barbara Barry and Schumacher to dress the Brownstone bed.

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Haven in the With Park Cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mountains as its muse, a team conjures a calm and comforting design for a rustic, modern home. BY jessica adams

Photos by scot Zimmerman

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he last thing Tyler Myers wanted to create was a lodge-like residence weighed down by rough textures and bulky architecture. “We wanted to incorporate a rustic warmth, but still give off a contemporary vibe overall,” says Myers, describing the home he and his team at Lane Myers Construction built in Park City’s Glenwild Community. The new home is far from the stereotypical traditional mountain dwelling. Not a single wall is made from logs, nor any of the furniture, and there’s not a mounted hunting trophy in sight. While it’s a mountain home, nestled in a pastoral setting neighboring Glenwild’s Tom Fazio golf course, its earthy locale doesn’t bully the dwelling’s interior style. Working with interior designer Heather Osmond, Myers filled the expansive 5,500-square-foot abode with many well-thought-out features and treatments. The floor plan is open and flowing, but still manages to feel cohesive and cozy. Handsome wood elements throughout the main living area, kitchens and bathrooms are created from stained quartersawn oak and beech, which boast fewer knots and promote a warm, modern look. In the living room, tongue-and-groove wood paneling clads the high vaulted ceiling. “We used the tongue-and-groove not so much to visually lower the ceiling height, but to give the room a comfortable feel and still incorporate the mountain home environment,” Myers says. Soft gray walls and concrete-colored porcelain floor tiles run throughout the main floor to balance the darkness of the wood and provide an overall sense of unity without feeling sterile or cold. “The uninterrupted flooring creates a good flow through the main floor,” Myers says. “It also contributes to the contemporary feeling we wanted to create.” Numerous sleek fireplaces with stylized surrounds add to the modern mountain vibe and provide physical warmth and comfort without the Located in Park City’s Glenwild community, the home is surrounded by rolling hills, natural landscapes and the Tom Fazio golf course.

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Above: Subtle pops of pattern, a contemporary color palette and minimally knotted stained wood throughout the open floor plan contribute to the modern-meets-moutain design. Top Left: A glass-paneled barn door opens from the main living are into the master suite. Left: The kitchenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s quartersawn oak shaker-style cabinets were carefully bleached and stained for an overall consistency in color.

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bulk of their lodge-like counterparts. One in particular—located in the dining area—has a striking silhouette and appears to be floating on a unique wood accent wall that’s a work of art itself. “It was carved on a machine and looks like it has texture, but when you touch it, you find that it’s actually smooth,” Myers says. When it came to furnishings, Osmond went with a tranquil palette of creams, greens and blues to foster serenity and a spa-like calmness. “I wanted the home

to feel like a relaxing, inviting retreat,” she says. In the main living area, for example, a pair of studded wing chairs and a tufted Chesterfield sofa introduce traditional silhouettes generously scaled to suit the voluminous space. Their luxurious, unpatterned fabrics accentuate their shapely frames without distracting from the room’s quiet décor. A high-pile area rug grounds the seating area with bold texture and a contemporary pattern. Aquatoned accessories brighten the space and link to similarly summe r 2 0 1 4

NATURALLY INSPIRED 1. The dining roomâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fireplace floats on an accent wall made of wood cut on a computercontrolled machine. 2. A light-filled floor plan links the entry and living area with the homeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s open kitchen and dining room. 3. In the entry, rustic industrial design shapes the stair rails and settee while a modern light fixture cascades from the ceiling above. 4. The office boasts mountain views and a fireplace placed high on an accent wall. 5. The lower level entertains with a pool table, open kitchen and sitting area flooded with light from an adjacent patio. 6. A stone vessel sink makes a strong organic statement in a contemporary bathroom. 4 5

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The luxurious master bath features a shapely modern tub and views from a private deck.

colored fabrics, tableware and rugs showcased elsewhere in the home to unify the cozy rooms throughout. One of the most notable is the master suite. A custom wood-and-glass barn door separates the master bedroom from the main level living area, and with its private deck and suite-like feel, it feels more like a separate casita than a bedroom. “This room is the ultimate escape,” Myers points out. In the inviting master bathroom, a shapely tub performs like a modern sculpture set among dark grained woods, silver beige honed

limestone countertops, sleek light fixtures and generous views of the wooded property. “Although I imagined that the homeowners would use the whole house as a place to retreat and gather with family, we really wanted the master to be a refuge in itself,” Myers says. The intent behind the home’s design was to seamlessly marry the spectacular mountain setting with a haven that’s equal parts comforting and contemporary. Through thoughtful choices and memorable design elements, the team accomplished this in an inspiring way. USD

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Summer’s Tastemaker: Mint Some people know it as mint, others just refer to it as summer’s essential. Either way, this refreshing herb rules the season. by mary brown malouf

The mix is in. Mint, corn and zucchini come together in a salad that will become your go-to side dish for picnics and barbecues all summer long. Recipe on p. 87.

photos by adam finkle

We know you may limit your use of mint to juleps and lamb jelly, but let’s put a stop to that right now. No other herb brightens summer cuisine with such range and refreshing flavor. Think beyond chocolate and verdant garnish—there are so many more ways to use mint to add unexpected zing to your summer cooking. Sweet? Of course. Savory? You bet. Mint works with dishes of countless kinds and global origins. Remembering that mint and basil are relatives may help spark your imagination, as will the following pages. summer 2014

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Worldly Ways to use fresh mint

Mint is a global culinary favorite. Combined with certain other flavors, it often forms the taste signature of a cuisine. Lebanon: Chop finely equal amounts of mint leaves and green scallions and add to lemon-olive oil vinaigrette with tomatoes and romaine. India: Chop finely an equal amount of mint leaves and green scallions, add to yogurt, and mix with seeded, diced cucumbers for a raita dip with vegetables. Thailand: The combination of mint, Thai basil and galangal or ginger is great as a flavoring for grilled meats and fish.

Vietnam: Mint, cilantro and lemongrass are the classic triad of Vietnamese seasoning—mix them with a little olive oil and some vermicelli noodles for a fast remake of leftover steak. England: Sweet mint sauce is traditional and mint does complement lamb, but we prefer Italianinspired mint pesto: 3 cups mint leaves, 1/4 cup sliced almonds, 1/2 cup EVOO and salt to taste. Grind leaves and nuts in a food processor, then add the oil in a thin stream with the processor running and salt to taste.

Summer’s Sip:

The Mojito Muddle a handful of mint leaves (10-12) with a wedge of lime in the bottom of a glass. Add a couple more lime wedges and a tablespoon of white sugar (or more, to taste) and muddle again to release the mint oils and lime juice. Fill the glass with ice, pour 1 1/2 ounces of white rum over the ice, and then fill the glass with sparkling water. Garnish with lime wheels and more mint. Serves one, so make another.

The Myth of Mint

According to Roman mythology, a young nymph named Minthe caught the eye of Pluto, lord of the underworld. Pluto’s affection for Minthe enraged his wife Proserpina, so she changed Minthe into a lowly plant that can be easily be stepped on. Pluto couldn’t undo the curse, but gave the poor nymph a wonderful fragrance, especially pungent when she is trampled on.

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Cultivating (and Controlling) Mint

Growing mint in your garden is rarely difficult—it can grow in most settings (zones 3-8) and needs little care beyond adequate water and sufficient amounts of shade and sun. Controlling the mint in your garden is another question—it spreads rampantly via underground stems called stolons and can pop up a yard from the mother plant, invading flowerbeds and every place you don’t want it to grow. One way to avoid constant mint-pulling is to plant it in bottomless containers with sides at least 15 inches deep. Sink the containers into the ground leaving an inch or two of rim above the surrounding soil surface. Or plant mint in tubs and containers, although in Utah you’ll have to water it more frequently in a container. Or make lots of mojitos!

Corn, Zucchini and Mint Salad (from page 85)

Part of the beauty of this dish comes from dicing everything about the size of a corn kernel—a little extra knife work, but worth it. Ingredients 1 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 a large sweet purple onion, diced small 1 tsp. kosher salt 1-1/4 cups small-diced zucchini (about 6 oz. or 1 medium-small zucchini) 1/2 red bell pepper, diced small 2 slightly heaping cups fresh corn kernels (Okay, you can use frozen.) 2 tsp. minced garlic 1/2 tsp. ground cumin 1/2 tsp. ground coriander 4 Tbsp. chopped fresh mint Juice of one-quarter lemon Cracked black pepper to taste Instructions Quickly sauté the corn, onion, pepper and garlic in the olive oil, until onion is barely translucent. Stir in salt, coriander and cumin and let cool to room temperature. Squeeze lemon juice over and mix in mint leaves. Serve warm or at room temperature. (Leftovers make a great pasta dish—shave plenty of parmesan over it.)

Fresh and flavorful, Layla’s tabouleh makes a perfect summer dish.

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Everything comes with mint chutney and mint chutney can go on everything, from your appetizer pappadoms to your lamb curry.

Ful mudammas—you could call it bean dip, but that’s an understatement. Here, the fava and garbanzo beans are seasoned with garlic, lemon, tahini, olive oil and some mint.

Classic tabouleh, made of finely chopped parsley, tomato, spring onion, plenty of mint and cracked wheat, is dressed with lemon juice and extra virgin olive oil.

The usual melon and prosciutto combination is expanded with cucumber, mint and a honeylime vinaigrette.

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MINT 101 There are more than 20 species of the mint plant and hundreds of hybridized varieties. The most popular mints used in cooking include: Spearmint Has a dark green, pointed leaf and is the most widely used culinary mint in savory dishes, especially with lamb.

Peppermint Has a rounded, kellygreen leaf and is used especially in sweets and drinks.

Chocolate Mint Has a surprising aroma of chocolate, so it’s a surprising addition to chocolate desserts and is also delicious used in fresh mint tea.

Lemon Mint It attracts bees and suits lighter meats like shellfish and chicken. It contains citronella, making it somewhat useful as a mosquito repellant.

Pour it On

Fixing a fragrant cup of fresh mint tea couldn’t be easier—or more refreshing. Just clip enough leaves to half-fill your teacup. Of course, wash them thoroughly.Then pour boiling water over the leaves and let them steep 5-7 minutes. Strain out the leaves and sip. USD

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“It had to be stunning, entirely new and yet maintain an element of authenticity.” —Michele Dunker, pg.72

Architectural Elements & Details Iconography

Iconography applies the finest home and office decorative finishes and has interpreted the decorative vision of clients around the countr y at sites from California to New York.

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Western Timber Frame

The showroom specializes in decorative tile and is Utah’s exclusive source of over 50 artisan tile lines. Inside Out Architecturals helps clients find architectural details that express their unique tastes. With over 20 years in tile layout design, they assist both trade and homeowners with cutting-edge designs and historical products.

Western Timber Frame is a team of skilled craftsmen with a desire to provide only the highest quality of heavy-duty timber framing. Leading the nation with their #1 pergola kits, their award-winning dovetail system combines old world craftsmanship with the latest equipment to create a product that will last a lifetime.

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For more than 30 years, Anthony’s has travelled throughout the United States and Europe to import museum-quality fine art and antiques. 401 E. 200 South, SLC

diverse and prominent collections of fine art in Utah. They specialize in original paintings and bronze sculpture. From miniatures to monuments guests are assured to have an exciting visit to one of Park City’s most historic buildings. Please visit their website for show schedule.

801-328-2231

301 Main Street, Park City

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Montgomery-Lee Fine Art

studio she has been making award-winning art for 14 years. See her paintings at Utah Artist’s Hands in SLC or the La Fave Gallery in Springdale, or commission your own unique masterpiece. 159 W. 300 South #203, SLC 801-641-9095 willamarie.com

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As Park City’s premier art gallery, they offer collectors the finest in impressionistic and realistic paintings and sculpture. Montgomery-Lee Fine Art represents a wide range of genres including wildlife sculptures, figurative pieces, still-lifes, and contemporary and traditional landscapes. The gallery artists range from the most established with national and international reputations to the newly emerging. 608 Main St, Park City 435-655-3264

Utah Museum of Fines Arts

The Utah Museum of Fine Arts is Utah’s primary cultural resource for global visual arts. It is unique in its dual role as a university and state art museum. It is Utah’s only visual arts institution that collects, exhibits, interprets, and preserves a comprehensive collection of over 5,000 years of art from around the world.

Strong Audi is the oldest and largest Audi dealer in the area. The Strong family has successfully owned and operated automobile dealerships in Utah since 1939. In addition, it is 1 of 20 Audi dealerships in North America to receive the Magna Society Award, an extremely prestigious award from Audi for excellence for sales, service, customer care and management.

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801-433-AUDI

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Jaffa Group

Upland Development

A true commitment to design excellence remains the underlying principle of Jaffa Group. Each home is specifically designed to enhance the view of the surrounding areas. The natural beauty of the landscape is considered an essential factor in each home’s layout. Serving the needs of clients and their best interests is a company goal. The formula for project success combines the ideas, needs, budget, and schedule of each client with the unique conditions of the site and its environment.

Upland Development, Inc is a custom home builder, building homes throughout the Wasatch Front, Park City and Wasatch Back. Upland Development specializes in custom homes, luxury estates, outdoor living spaces, and accessible homes. Their goal is to build homes that complement the lifestyle of each client and endure the test of time. Holladay, UT 801-910-7454 | 801-910-9913 uplanddevelopment.com

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Le Ce’ Designs

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Le Ce’ Designs specializes in creating great spaces for their clients. Together with their team of experts, they consult with the client and figure out the best solution and functionality. At Le Ce’ Designs, contemporary modern is our specialty, from your custom kitchen and bath to your mudroom.

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They bring your vision to life. Building quality custom homes for over 35 years, they use the finest local artisans and craftsmen to make your dreams a reality. Specializing in natural stone exteriors, fireplaces, water features and landscape elements.

Living Home Construction & Design

Living Home is a local firm offering full scale remodeling, construction and design services that specializes in remodels, additions, kitchens and baths and new homes. 1991 S. 1100 East, Ste. C, SLC

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Raspberry Ginger Lemonade (from page 60) ingredients 6 C water 2 C sugar 1 C fresh ginger, grated 1 pint fresh raspberries 3 C fresh squeezed lemon juice Lemon and raspberries for garnish instructions Place water, sugar and ginger in medium sauce pan. Bring to a boil over high heat. Remove from heat and allow mixture to steep for 30 minutes. Strain the liquid and discard the solids. Add fresh lemon juice. Refrigerate mixture until well chilled. Puree raspberries in a food processor and strain into the sweetened lemon water. Serve over ice garnished with raspberries and lemon slices. Makes 12 servings

WOOD-MODE FINE CUSTOM CABINETRY

Explore the possibilities of exquisite WoodMode Custom Cabinetry at Craftsman Kitchens and Ultra Kitchen Design; both located in Salt Lake City. You will find a professional design staff with extensive experience in providing elegance, timeless beauty and quality craftsmanship. wood-mode.com

Contractors JACKSON & LEROY REMODELING

Jackson & LeRoy is committed to providing the highest quality remodeling and building services, with a passion for client satisfaction. They work seamlessly and efficiently with trade professionals and suppliers to oversee every detail, anticipate challenges, provide solutions and ensure complete satisfaction. 4980 Highland Dr., SLC 801-277-3927 jacksonandleroy.com

FINE FURNITURE AND CUSTOM CABINETRY 818-209-8573 â&#x20AC;˘ lecedesigns.com 3020 W 500 S Ste. G â&#x20AC;˘ SLC, UT

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Dining Park City Restaurant Association

The Park City Area Restaurant Association (PCARA) is a 501c (6) non-profit organization comprised of over 50 Park City area restaurants created to promote the uniqueness of restaurants in this majestic area of Utah. The PCARA enjoys touting cuisine with originality served up in a resort-town atmosphere that will take guests away from the mundane. PCARA believes that if someone wants great food, a carefree atmosphere and quick escape from the ordinary, a visit to Park City for breakfast, lunch or dinner is the right choice. P.O. Box 3162, Park City parkcityrestaurants.com

Flooring ADIB’S RUG GALLERY

New, semi-antique and antique hand-woven Persian and Oriental rugs from Afghanistan, the Caucasus, China, India, Iran, Pakistan, Tibet and Turkey. The largest selection of unique rugs, kilims, tapestries, needlepoints, pillows, oversized rugs and antique Navajo rugs and blankets.

Consulting, appraisal, padding, hand cleaning, museum-quality restoration, moth-proofing, pickup and delivery, spot/stain removal, hanging and stair rod sets. Adib’s buys/trades old rugs, leases/rents and consigns. The best quality and the lowest price guaranteed. Adib’s has relocated to the historic Villa Theatre, creating the premier rug gallery in the nation. Now featuring unique furniture and art. 3092 S. Highland Dr., SLC 801-484-6364 or 800-445-RUGS adibs.com

Furniture BARCLAY BUTERA

Redefining luxury. Designers at Barclay Butera embrace this concept as they work with clients to create for them a beautifully elegant and livable environment—their own personal havens.

from reclaimed materials and soulful accents for any space. 454 S. 500 West, SLC 801-519-6900 cgsparks.com deCondes

The finest in home furnishings from leading manufacturers from around the world is represented at deConde’s. They invite you to browse room settings displayed with beautiful and stylish furniture, accessories, lighting, art and more. Plus, interior design service is available. Experienced staff at deConde’s can assist with the selection of one item, a room setting, or furnish an entire home or office. Accents & Accessories 3000 S. Highland Drive, SLC Clearance Center

255 Heber Ave., Park City

3006 S. Highland Drive, SLC

435-649-5540

801-466-2996

barclaybutera.com

decondes.com

C.G. Sparks

Gatehouse No. 1

Hand-picked antiques, new furniture crafted

Gatehouse No.1 has established a reputation

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an expression of the Zierk’s commitment to quality craftsmanship and beautiful design. The furniture lines there are primarily made in America. The store is filled with elegant, timeless pieces that compliment a chic western lifestyle. They embody a relaxed luxury.

801-225-9505

449 Main St., Park City

GatehouseStyle.com

435-615-7125 robertkellyhome.com

GUILD HALL FURNITURE

WARD & CHILD— The Garden store

Ward & Child—The Garden Store: An everchanging, seemingly endless selection of classic, non-fussy outdoor and indoor furnishings and décor with enough edge to keep it interesting. Pots, fountains, statuary and other artful objects are presented in the urban garden attached to the store. 678 S. 700 East, SLC

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SAN FRANCISCO DESIGn

Guild Hall is a full service Home Furnishings and Design Showroom. They offer over 100 vendors for furniture, upholstery, lamps, accessories, rugs and window treatments all within our beautiful 16,000 sq. ft. store. They have an experienced Interior Design staff to assist you with any part of your project.

Classic American, European contemporary and rustic mountain home furniture and accessories. Endless combinations of handcrafted woods, top-grain leathers, luxurious fabrics, Italian marble, custom glass and sophisticated metal designs. Complimentary design service and financing available.

3640 S. Highland Dr., SLC

Salt Lake City

801-277-6534

2970 S. Highland Dr., SLC

801-595-6622

Home Accessories & Gifts O.C. Tanner

For nearly 40 years, O.C. Tanner has been not just a f ine jewelr y store, but t he premier place for beautif ul, unique and exclusive gif ts and home accessories. From traditiona l to contemporar y, elegant to rela xed, O.C. Tanner has a sense of st yle a ll its ow n. Visit and let t heir experts share it w it h you.

utahguildhall.com

801-467-2701, 800-497-2701

Robert Kelly Home

890 Bonanza Drive, Park City

15 S. State St., SLC

Robert Kelly Home was founded in 2009 by Robert and Nancy Zierk. Robert Kelly Home is

435-645-7072, 800-497-7072

801-532-3222

sanfrandesign.com

octannerstore.com

Park City

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Home Entertaiment/Automation

Details Comforts for the Home

K. Rocke Design

Utah Audio

European inspired beautiful objects that make a house a home. Unique accessories, art, lighting, furniture, throw pillows and yummy bed linens that will complement most styles.

K. Rocke Design is a client driven, full-service design firm. The design team brings 30 years of combined experience and collective knowledge of architectural finish details and furnishings. They love design and the opportunities clients, architecture and location provide. K. Rocke Design maintains professionalism in regard to budget and scheduling with vast sources cultivated from creating high end, unique spaces across the country.

Utah Audio is your premier provider of highend music systems, home theaters, distributed audio/video, home automation and lighting control.

1987 S. 1100 East, SLC

77 E. 10600 South, Sandy

801-364-8963

801-619-6262

detailscomforts.com

utahaudio.com Kristin Brooksby Design

Interior Design AMB DESIGN

AMB Design will provide a full spectrum of services creating an overall vision from start to finish. AMB Design is appreciated for its â&#x20AC;&#x153;grass rootsâ&#x20AC;? style of collaborating with all trades in order to create and oversee a comfortable, sophisticated, detail enhanced home. They initiate each project with attention to the architectural plans in order to procure aesthetic value while ascertaining flow, livability, space planning and overall architectural appeal.

Residential and Commercial Interior Design Firm located in St. George, UT 558 E. Riverside Dr. Ste. 109, St. George

1760 N. Woodside Dr., Holladay

435-674-3540

801-274-2720

kristenbrooksby.com

krockedesign.com

Harman Wilde

LISMAN STUDIO

Jason Wilde and Sue Harman have been providing their clients with professional interior design service for over twenty years collectively. Their focus is helping their clients to identify their personal desires and tastes, and taking the time to bring that vision to reality.

At home, work or play, your surroundings affect you. Your environment encourages or discourages, enhances or detracts, supports or depletes your energy, productivity, pleasure and relaxation. Lisman Studio Interior Design works with you to design and deliver environments responsive to your unique needs and desires. All of its designers are qualified by education and experi-

4680 Kelly Cir., SLC

1106 E. 2700 South, SLC

801-272-8680

801-433-1057

annemariebarton.com

harmanwilde.com

Interior Design of the finest homes and living spaces.

KRISTEN BROOKSBY I N T E R I O R DE S I G N

kristenbrooksby.com | 435-674-3540 558 E. Riverside Dr. Suite 109, St. George UT

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ence to enhance the function and visual impact of spaces to improve your quality of life. No matter what your needs, Lisman Studio’s promise to you is an environment you’ll love, on a budget you can afford, and within the time frame you expect. 515 S. 700 East, Ste. 3A, SLC 801-931-2670 lismanstudio.com info@lismanstudio.com LMK INTERIOR DESIGN

Rion Locke, Richard Miller and Mark Kizerian are committed to the principles of simplicity and modernism to enhance the home’s natural beauty. Through communication with their clients, they believe in creating spaces where one can relax and live life surrounded by beauty and style. With more than 25 years experience in high-end residential and commercial interiors, this design team can create, implement and fulfill your vision. Salt Lake City 4626 S. Highland Dr., SLC 801-272-9121

760-325-2959

of its showrooms, or go to contempotile.com to see more!

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Palm Springs, Calif.

Madison Mccord Interiors

Madison McCord Interiors is where style conscious shoppers go to save up to 60% on top quality new designer furnishings, name brand samples and overstock specials. Their inventor y changes week ly so you’ll find that special, one of a kind item you’ve been searching for to make your space unique.

contempotile.com Italia Granite

Italia Granite is a worldwide importer of stone bringing you beautiful granite, marble, travertines and quartz at excellent prices. Italia Granite can assist you with a stone fabricator and installer to aid you in any size project.

3232 S. Highland Dr., SLC

4350 S. 500 West, Murray

801-484-2222

475 E. Greg Street, Sparks, Nevada

madisonmccord.com

801-261-9090 italiagranite.com

Kitchen and Bath Showrooms CONTEMPO

Peppertree

Contempo Tile is the largest independent distributor of ceramic, porcelain and natural stone tile and slab in the Mountain West. With thousands of in stock options, and six locations across Utah and Idaho, Contempo is your ultimate source for surfaces. Visit one

Founded in 1986, Peppertree Kitchen & Bath has become one of the best known cabinet manufacturers in Utah. They specialize in designing and building top quality customfit furniture for the kitchen, bathroom,

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25th Anniversary

Tomato Days

Party

Dine-Around

Tomato Sandwich SEPTEMBER 1 - 30, 2014

Saturday, Sept 6, 11 am – 2 pm

September 1 - 30

Grateful Tomato Garden 800 S 600 E, Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City

Don’t miss our now famous Tomato Sandwich Party and help us celebrate 25 years of growing community gardens. Join us for music and activities for the kids.