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8 New Life on a Dead End Hollywood (Beach) Goes Platinum Ventura County’s first LEED Platinumcertified home Beautiful on the Inside The contemporary Quonset hut of architect Darwin McCredie A Matter of Taste Swirling and sipping from T.O. to Ojai

Features nesting

profile

table talk

Studio Channel Islands Art Center “Shindig” in Old Town Camarillo Winter Comforts A selective preview of local happenings

departments

community

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COVER: Ventura architect Martha Picciotti designed the county’s first LEED Platinum-certified home, located on Hollywood Beach, Oxnard. In Gaszton Gal’s inside-out portrayal, she keeps one eye on the cozy interior while enjoying the ocean view and crisp winter air.

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Health & Beauty

Ventura City Page

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Downtown Ventura Holiday Shopping Guide

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editor’s note

NEW LIFE ON A DEAD END I was relieved to find architect Darwin McCredie’s home/ office at the terminus of a dead end street. I hadn’t expected this: this workmanlike byway, this back zone of Ojai with its hodgepodge of bluecollar businesses and their assortment of mechanical detritus. This was good; this was where a Quonset hut should live. My default expectation of McCredie’s contemporized hut (page 15) went more like this: Another big city escapee with a bit of cash and a hip idea takes on a pet project in rural Ventura County, tricking out an old structure in one corner of his pastoral paradise. There would be nothing wrong, per se, with this picture. But I was hoping for something more honest, something closer to the roots of the Quonset hut, which was created purely for function during WWII: form be damned; ship it, slap it together, put it to work; the original prefab building (before the architectural vanguard advanced the concept of prefabulous). Yes, I was hoping for something grubby. Externally anyway. Inside, Darwin’s pad is a different story, all white walls and open space. Contemporary cool. Yet were it not for his architectural vision, this property would likely be sitting vacant right now, another overgrown lot—this one housing a bulletproof structure—wasting away on a dead end street. I can’t help but wonder how many other commercial and residential properties are out there gathering cobwebs as I write this note. When you think about sustainable building in terms of using preexisting materials—in this case an entire structure—it seems wonderfully uncomplicated. Simple. Efficient. I mean, half the work is done already. Right? If only it were so easy. One of the aspects I most appreciate about Andrea Kitay’s story on page 34—“Hollywood (Beach) Goes Platinum,” a look at Ventura County’s first LEED Platinum-certified home—is that she doesn’t

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sweep the elephant under the rug. She raises the question of viability for normal folks, people who don’t have the money, much less the time and energy to jump through logistical hoops, required by such a project. To her credit, architect Martha Picciotti (cover) affirms the process is neither cheap nor easy. Clearly, this level of sustainable building isn’t for every homeowner. Not yet at least. We know that. We’re not on a soapbox preaching the gospel of green here. Our hope, and expectation, is that sustainable building will be someday become de rigueur rather than the claim of a select few. That a great shift will occur when complete neighborhoods, entire cities even, are built using strategies to improve energy efficiency, CO2 emissions reduction, and sensitivity to their impacts. Until then we’ll highlight the leading edge—homes like this one on Hollywood Beach, Oxnard. We’ll keep in mind that the shopworn word “green” is part of virtually every marketing campaign out there, from McDonald’s to the Dubai Department of Tourism and Commerce. (It’s hard to actually see the trees through all the green spin.) No, we don’t run stories like this from an elevated platform. Ventana is simply a window onto Ventura County, as our name—the Spanish word for window—implies. Of course, windows work both ways. I’m always open to suggestions—you’ve read those words before in these notes of mine. Unfortunately, many of the “tips” I receive are thinly disguised attempts at self-promotion. If you have a story idea you can objectively envision here, drop me an email. Among the changes we’re considering for 2011 is the inclusion of readers’ letters, a section for your voice. So, reader, what’s on your mind? — Matt mattk@ventanamonthly.com

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Studio Channel Islands Art Center “Shindig” in Old Town Camarillo Studio Channel Islands Art Center (SCIART) hosted its annual fundraiser in Old Town Camarillo, celebrating the official opening of new studio spaces there. Rustic festivities highlighted the “Shindig” event, including Santa Maria style barbecue and music from the Restless Hillfillies. Live and silent auctions helped raise proceeds for the nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting the arts and art education in Ventura County. With more than 20 studios, first-class art exhibitions of local and national artists, and myriad tours and programs, SCIART provides the community with a cultural hub for working artists. For more information, log on to studiochannelislands.org or call 805.383.1368.

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Wine bars started sprouting up like wheat across the county some five years ago. From Thousand Oaks to Ojai, oenophiles and casual wine lovers alike began gathering in small storefronts and shops while small business owners created a new kind of hybrid establishment. Part bar, part restaurant with a focus on serious customer service and knowledge of the products they purvey, wine bars became a nationwide trend, and their numbers have increased steadily over the years. Ventura County, though, is diverse enough to have a number of unique places whose ambience has more in common with the cities in which they operate than they do with each other. We traveled from Thousand Oaks through sleepy Camarillo to Ventura, where we visited not one but two unique places, and ended our quest for wine bar design and atmosphere education in Ojai. Bellavino Wine Bar, Thousand Oaks

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“I love talking about wine, learning about it, hearing others talk about it…” – Linda Hunter The Wine Closet

In a strip mall in Thousand Oaks, Richard Belloff started Bellavino in 2003. Attracting East County customers with discriminating palates seems to have inspired Bellavino’s focus on a full menu, as well as a wine list that may be one of the best in the county. At the heart of Bellavino is a full range of international offerings, including a killer French wine list. Inside, the colors are no surprise: warm earth tones, burgundy, and even brown adorn the walls. Belloff’s bar is the centerpiece here, and its rich dark wood tone is offset by a glass surface highlighted with blue light shining from underneath. The wine bar is large enough that Belloff has created space at the back for a band to perform, but patrons can escape to the patio if they prefer a quieter setting. Meanwhile, the opposite direction through the bar opens up into a full dining room, available for banquets and private parties as well as regular dining. Originally, the patio was reserved for cigar smokers, but that didn’t work out as planned and all smoking is now prohibited. White tablecloths adorn each table and artwork hangs on the walls. Belloff has succeeded in attracting a diverse customer base: a younger crowd, which appreciates the live music, full bar menu, and intimate table placement; and a more mature crowd, which tends to retreat to the dining room or patio. Up the 101 in the bedroom community that is Camarillo, Rob and Linda Hunter have spruced up Old Town by opening The Wine Closet, an aptly named intimate space that started off as more of a wine shop than a wine bar. The Hunters first opened their business in Oxnard, far from the freeway, and focused on wine tasting and wine purchases. “When people came in the door, they were either trying to sell us something, borrow something, or ask us what we were doing there,” said Linda. The couple got the hint and moved to Old Town with the same goal: a simple space where people could taste and purchase great wine. But the basis for their dream ran into a customer base that demanded a bit more. So they added a few tables, some comfy 16

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chairs, and a couch to their simple concrete (yes, concrete) wine tasting bar, which has beautiful purple stains in it from careless and even careful patrons. High ceilings and large fans with a mottled tile floor are the theme here. Rustic brown and dark colors again on the walls, but they are offset by the large wine racks that line them and the light concrete bar. Art on the walls, yes, but most of it fairly commercial and wine related. The small space really allows wine tasters a chance to talk, as the Hunters intended. “I love talking about wine, learning about it, hearing others talk about it,” said Linda. “That’s what so great about this.” From Camarillo, we headed into Ventura, to the county’s most unique wine bar. The Cave, located inside Ventura Wine Company on Telephone Road, is easy to describe. In the front of the industrial park space is a warehouse type wine shop with eclectic offerings at great prices. In the back, though, is a space where owner Nick Fisher, realizing there

were no windows, nor a view if there were any, simply rough stuccoed the interior, creating—a cave. He left a few spaces for some light fixtures and candle sconces, but essentially, patrons sit at either tall tables or cozy corner niches with pillows and a low table and get their own wine from ingenious, Italian-built Enomatic machines. The machines house wine bottles and keep them open and fresh by infusing nitrogen into them as they’re emptied. Nick put up enough machines to hold about 30 bottles. Patrons purchase a credit card-sized key and load it with however much money they’d like. The key is inserted into the Enomatic, and patrons choose a one-, three-, or five-ounce pour of featured wines. Meanwhile, chef Gary Daniels is in the kitchen creating fresh and interesting small plates to pair with the wines. Not to be outdone, chef-owner Andy Brooks made a recent addition to his namesake restaurant in Ventura that one could argue qualifies it for wine bar status. Restaurant

Opposite: The Wine Closet in Old Town Camarillo started off as a wine shop before evolving, at the behest of its patrons, into a tasting room. Above and bottom left: Inside The Cave at Ventura Wine Company, high-tech Enomatic machines give a contemporary look to an otherwise rustic setting. Top left: The first-rate wine list pairs with a full menu of international food to make Bellavino a top choice for East County oenophiles.

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Left: In addition to creative New American cuisine, Restaurant Brooks offers wine on tap. The Ventura establishment was the first in Southern California to introduce the cutting edge technology, which reduces waste and lowers costs. Above: Ojai’s Barrel 33 is an intimate space where original paintings adorn the walls and the soft ambiance pairs well with acoustic music and light fare.

Bellavino: 3707 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd.; 805.557.0202, bellavinowinebar.com The Wine Closet: 2423 Ventura Blvd., Camarillo; 805.383.9812, wineclosetinc.com The Cave: 4435 McGrath St. # 301, Ventura; 805.642.9449, venturawineco.com Brooks: 545 E. Thompson Blvd., Ventura; 805.652.7070, restaurantbrooks.com Barrel 33: 308 E. Ojai Ave.; 805.646.1555, barrel33.com

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Brooks features an industrial chic design, with high ceilings and bare rafters and exposed ductwork with warm green colors and white tablecloths. Many a laugh, including my own, have broken out in the men’s room, where above the urinal is a picture of…roosters fighting. Let’s call it that and move on. Recently, the restaurant added “wine on tap,” which takes the Enomatic system to the next level. In the bar, small tanks below the counter are filled with wine—and not just any wine; many of the most respected producers are going this route. Wine on tap means bottles need not be opened, which means less spoilage and, ultimately, a cost savings to the customer. It’s also considerably more sustainable (think of all the unused bottles and corks). Brooks was the first Southern California establishment to welcome the new technology, which has since been introduced at Santa Barbara’s Wine Cask and other celebrated wine-centric restaurants. At press time, Brooks featured Silver Tap wines: a Sauvignon Blanc, a Cabernet Sauvignon, and a Zinfandel. More are soon to come. Finally, we visited Barrel 33 in Ojai. Owner Norbert Furnee, a serial restaurateur throughout Ventura and Santa Barbara, has recreated the former Movino into a quiet, rustic, and intimate space. If those adjectives are familiar, it is because many wine bars try to achieve just that feeling. But as Belloff’s intimate spaces feature a more open floor plan, a larger bar, and patio dining, Furnee’s is quieter, softer, with carpeting on the floor, original paintings on the wall, an indoor copper fountain, and a full-service cocktail bar with a focus on martinis. Barrel 33 is all Ojai, catering to patrons with vegetarian light fare, along with serious wine pours and occasional acoustic live music. Ventura County has anted up and kicked in when it comes to wine bars. Each owner has created a character that fits his or her passion, but also his or her town as well. Now, if only we could get a few more breweries, too. v

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Felina Red & White low-rise panty $19, Suntouched Edible Massage Candle $19.99, Kama Sutra The Collection Loving Oils Gift Set $36.99, LeLo Lily $147, Felina Red & White Bra (up to 38F) $39, Dreamgirl Red Chemise & thong $39.99, Mary Green White Camisole $71.99, Romantic Rendevous game $23.99, Mating in Captivity Book $24.95. APHRODITES 477 E. Main St., 652.0082, www.aphroditesonline.com.

Leopard Top $16, Black Scarf $10, Faux Fur Foxtail Keyring $19, Rhinestone Web Necklace $13, Black hat $16, Leopard Handbag / Purse $8, Tall Grey Boots $30, Black and Silver Metal Bracelet $12. BLUE MOON 600 E. Main St., 643-2553. |

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Earth Tec Fleece Blanket $28.00, Kavu I Scarf You Jacket $68.00, Kleen Kanteen 27 Ounce Bottle $19.95, Wyoming Wear Fleece Socks 3 pair $23.50, Prana Stripe Scarf $35.00, Prana Tassel Beanie $32.00, Kavu Bohemian Bag $32.00, Patagonia Down Sweater $149.50, Prism Flip Kite $26.95. REAL CHEAP SPORTS 36 W. Santa Clara St, 648.3803, www.realcheapsports.com.

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Sun hat $15, Swim suit $30, Christmas sock $15, Hooded sweater $35, Sun dress $25, Beach bag $15, Earrings and necklace set $15. ALOHA BEAUTIFUL 616 E. Main St., 648.7946, www.alohabeautiful.com. |

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Mermaid burn out hoodie $29, Rainbow Sandals $49, Enviro sax reusable shopper bag $8.99, Hawaiian soaps $3 each, Life is good hat $20, California leash neoprene sunglass case $19, Walden hoodie $29, Capri blue volcano jar candle $26. WALDEN SURFBOARDS 853 E. Front St., 653.1717, www.waldensurfboards.com.

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Handmade Bori Dolls $18-50, Glass Hurricane $90, Baby Alpaca throw $255, Ornament Gift Box $24, Just Be Claus Pillow $25, Hand gilded blue Natural dish $24, Iron/Glass Votive holder $8. PURE LIFE & HOME 576 E. Main St., 641.2500, www.purelifeandhome.com. Simple Beautiful

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Girls/Guys/Kids Stockings & Bags $24-$30, Bath & Body treats from Tokyo Milk $12-$30, Yummy Candy Canes & Ornaments $3-$12.50, Cookbook & Monkey Measuring Spoons $10-$20, Silly Bandz / Smencils /Glitter Bouncy Balls $4-$16, Bacon Novelties $4-$10, Retro 1951 Pens $20-$62, HoHoHo Sign and Frilly Trees $16-$20. PLUM 401 E. Main St., 641.0113, Find Us on Facebook.

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Amaryllis wood tray $28.95, Amaryllis hostess napkins $6.95, 14” Thermometer $40.00, G. Wolff & Co. #6 Maryland pot $32.95, Arm illary Sundial $79.95, 100% Beeswax + Pure Essential Oil 40 hr. candle $11.95, Red Fire Pot $39.50, Fire Pot Gel Fuel $9.95. THE GARDEN BOUTIQUE 451 E. Main St. #9, 653.5804.

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For Your Home 443 E. Main St. 805.641.1919 ForYourHomeFurniture.com Ventura Coasters $10 each or 4 for $36, Mosaic Seahorse $125, Acrylic on canvas by Jen Livia $95, Watercolor bulldog by Phyllis Gubins $95, “Inspirations” Photo book by Jim Martin $79, Butterfly mixed media by Stephanie Kiker $60, “Tree of life” in Clay by Dominique Blanchard $50, 2 Tree necklace by Kim Sawyer $80. RED BRICK GALLERY 328 E. Main St., 643.6400, www.redbrickart.com.

B.on Main Recycled wood five opening frame $115 (smaller versions available), Judy Jackson oven safe bamboo vase $32, Judy Jackson oven safe teapot with strainer $54, Judy Jackson oven safe teacups $9, Fire of Light recylcled glassware tumbler $23, Fire of Light recylcled glassware rocks glass $25, Fire of Light recylcled glassware globlet $31, Beachglass Octopus bowl $110, Recycled Glass Urn $48, Sterling Silver Alphabet Necklace $45 (all letters available). B ON MAIN 37 E. Main St., 643.9309, www.b-onmain.com.

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Beautiful on the Inside The contemporary Quonset hut of Ojai architect Darwin McCredie By Allison Costa

Even Darwin McCredie’s earliest memories revolve around architecture. He remembers, at a very young age, sneaking across the street to explore a house under construction. He laughs about going over to friends’ houses and hurrying home to sketch the floor plans from memory. By age 10, he says, “I knew what architects were, and I knew what I was going to do.” Fast forward to March of 2008, when McCredie—now with decades of experience as a professional architect—went to see a dilapidated old Quonset hut in Ojai. Built with plywood walls and spread with old carpeting, he says bluntly, “It was a real mess.” Yet, instead of obstacles, Darwin saw potential. He saw a beautiful yard packed with fruit trees and a large outdoor space for entertaining. He saw walks to the market and bike rides on the Ojai Trail. He saw in this battered building something that no one else could see: opportunity. And so he bought the Quonset hut, remodeled every inch, and transformed it into a work of art.

Quonset huts can be traced back to World War II, when the U.S. Navy needed lightweight buildings that could be shipped anywhere and easily assembled. Made of corrugated steel in four-foot sections, the Quonset hut is the original pre-fabricated building. During the war, they were used as barracks, offices, hospitals, and kitchens; and after the war, the surplus huts were sold to private citizens. So, how did this architect—whose resume includes 28 years split between two large architecture firms in San Francisco, a wealth of experience in hotel and restaurant design, and countless residential projects ranging from modern to traditional in Sonoma County and the Ojai area—approach designing such a tiny space? Darwin says that to him, the Quonset hut represented “an opportunity to use this space as a lab for things I would never do for a client.” He opted for stark white porcelain tile floors, garden variety butcher block countertops, sliding barn doors made with flooring from the original house, and an open floor plan that he says may not work for a lot of people.

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Above: The Quonset hut’s rustic exterior belies interior style embellishments like French revival chairs (garage sale finds) covered in Henry Calvin Linen striped fabric and an old French farm table, which McCredie deliberately left just as he found it. Opposite top: The all-white scheme creates the appearance of space in relatively tight quarters. Opposite bottom: The bedroom can be sealed off with barn doors. “Clients feel like they are coming to my office, not my home,” says McCredie.

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As a result of his years in hotel design, and all the time spent working with interior designers, Darwin has a keen eye for interior design. And in this 1,250-square-foot space, his talent is obvious. He likes mixing old with new, and points out something he calls “the trick”: taking a pair of chairs he got for $50 at a garage sale and covering them with Henry Calvin linen that runs $150 per yard. “You get the look, but it’s a trick,” he laughs. He talks often about keeping the design appropriate, remarking, “I don’t want things to look like they were built yesterday if it’s an older home.” From the gray and white interior to some of the more industrial elements, his design hints at the military beginnings of the building. Darwin also chose an all white interior to expand the space visually. As he works with clients, he explains, it’s all about their preferences, which often include a lot of color, pattern, and texture. “So when I come home,” Darwin says, “I need a neutral, clear, and open space.” Yet behind all of the white lingers a sense of practicality. The white armchairs wear slipcovers that are easily laundered after a dinner party or a playful visit from his nieces. Though the area rug in the living room is white with tan stripes, not very practical, he admits, he has two of them. When one is ready to be cleaned, out rolls

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the other one to take its place. Speaking about kitchen design, he is quick to say, “I think the era of the mega-kitchen is over.” So guests will find his to be both intimate and inviting. With a nod to the past, he chose to place his kitchen table in the middle of the room, to “give people a place to plop down and be with you while you’re cooking.” He also opted for an under-counter refrigerator and freezer, saying, “I didn’t want anything high, because I wanted the shape of the Quonset hut to read.” When Darwin works with clients, he likes to help them develop the story of their space. Speaking about his bathroom, he remarks, “Maybe this was an officer’s Quonset hut, with a cute bathroom and a fancy sink.” Suddenly the choice to add the military gray barn doors and the modest striped tiles in the shower starts to take on new meaning. In addition to being a place to hang his hat, his house also offers a great place for client meetings. When he closes the barn doors to separate the kitchen from the bedroom, he says, “Clients feel like they are coming to my office, not my home.” As they pore over plans at his weathered kitchen table, wander through his space, and hear its story of opportunity and transformation, he likes to think that it just might, “free them up to look at things differently.” v

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He saw in this battered building something that no one else could see: opportunity. And so he bought the Quonset hut, remodeled every inch, and transformed it into a work of art.

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house people point out as the green house, because it usually means bamboo floors and wheat board cabinets. They don’t want to be the Birkenstock house when they prefer Prada.” Villa Versare is nestled into Hollywood Beach’s small enclave of year-round professionals, weekend warriors, and die-hard surfers who discovered the area through surprisingly similar stories of serendipity. Anything but a whim, the project began at the cocktail-napkin stage with the specific goal of achieving LEED certification. To get things started, Schmitt put together a crack team, including Venturabased architect Martha Picciotti of MP Design and contractor MC and Son Builders, as well as the critical addition of a LEED consultant. LEED, which stands for “Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design,” is a voluntary program run by the USGBC. According to their website, “LEED is an internationally recognized green building certification system, providing third-party verification that a building or community was designed and built using strategies aimed at improving performance across all the metrics that matter most: energy savings, water efficiency, CO2 emissions reduction, improved indoor environmental quality, and stewardship of resources and sensitivity to their impacts.” December 2010

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Preceding spread: Colored like the surrounding sand, the home fits snugly in an eclectic neighborhood yet outperforms California energy standards requirements. The owner’s favorite blue pops against muted tones in a celebration of beach living. In the guestroom (bottom center), LEED points were garnered for reuse of existing furniture. Above: A spiral stairway leads from the library to a rooftop sundeck. Also atop the house, a photovoltaic system provides hot water and electricity. (A recent electric bill was just 94 cents.) Opposite: Despite its fidelity to LEED standards, the house doesn’t lack for comfort. Plush sofas, overstuffed pillows … and that view. It’s easy to forget things like wheelchair-friendly bathrooms with formaldehyde-free laminate.

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The team approached the project with the goal of achieving a net-zero, low-impact home with a twist. Passing on as many of the usual green materials as possible, they instead chose conventional building materials, often recycled, where possible. In addition to the massive wall of glass providing a panoramic view from the Channel Islands Harbor to Santa Barbara on a clear day, the interior has ceramic tile floors, standard sheetrock, plaster, and stone. The all-glass west wall lets in both sunlight and creates ventilation, contributing to the building’s 58.4 percent better-thanstandard California energy code requirements. Recycled glass tile brightens the three bathrooms, which are all handicap compliant with widened doorways and wheelchair-accessible showers. A wheelchair-accessible elevator services all three levels, from basement to second story. CaesarStone countertops rest atop formaldehyde-free cabinets in the kitchen, library, and office/art studio. The library’s taupe-colored recycled carpet squares stay in place with just a dab of adhesive. Noting the recent monthly electric bill of 94 cents, Schmitt maintains that what you don’t see is as important as what you do.

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For LEED certification, critical points can be accrued from the earliest stages of construction, including recycling and reusing the demolished building, using neighborhood infill, and situating the new house to both create cross ventilation and maximize passive solar heat. Villa Versare’s roof holds two photovoltaic systems, one which heats the holding tank’s water and another which feeds the electrical system, including radiant heat. Low-VOC recycled paper insulation has been blown into walls and easily obtainable lowVOC paints, sealers, adhesives, and caulking were used throughout the home. The result is a 3,000-square-foot serene beachfront home where a monochrome design scheme—linen-colored walls, white furniture, and an occasional pop of the homeowner’s favorite, aqua blue—keep the focus on the expansive view of the ocean and the Channel Islands. “I wanted the house to be an afterthought to the view,” says Schmitt. The master bedroom, a creative alternative to the traditional suite common in modern construction, has the bed tucked back into the loft above the living room. Wispy linen drapes hang from

recessed hospital tracks surrounding the bed; swept to the side they allow a view out. The loft-style design allows for soaring ceiling in the main floor’s living and dining areas and, by extension, more wall to fill with glass. This solution serves the dual purpose of giving the same spectacular view of surf and sand to the master bedroom. So how difficult is it, and how much more does it cost, to build a green house? According to Picciotti, creating a LEED-certified property can add time and costs. “The homeowners must understand the LEED checklist, as this is where points are earned for LEED certification. The architect incorporates items selected on the checklist into the construction documents, and this takes some time…The products can be harder to find, more expensive, and often require specialized installers with higher fees…Special inspections by a LEED representative are also required, again adding costs.” With the experience behind him, Schmitt is encouraged by the team’s success in showing that “with proper attention to LEED standards, a more conventionally designed house can still achieve the highest level of LEED certification; in this way, the LEED standard may be more appealing to more people.” v

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Victorian Holiday Boutique at the Dudley House December 3 – 5 & 10 – 12 Dudley House, Ventura Celebrate the spirit of holidays past at the historic Dudley House. The boutique features quality crafts, home décor, antiques and collectibles, homemade candies, and a tearoom with silent auction, refreshments, bargain items, and a kids’ craft table. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Corner of Loma Vista and Ashwood Street in Ventura. For more information, visit dudleyhouse.org.

Holiday Home Tour Fundraiser December 5 Various Homes in Camarillo Meadowlark Service League presents its 32nd Annual Holiday Home Tour. View homes dressed in holiday attire. The Camarillo Ranch Barn will host a variety of Christmas boutiques, as well as complimentary refreshments and opportunity drawings. Get in the Christmas spirit and spend a fun filled afternoon viewing an amazing selection of homes ranging from English Tudor to contemporary. $25 in advance, $30 at the door; 1 - 5 p.m. For more information, call 805.987.4095 or visit meadowlarkserviceleague.com.

Nature’s Palette: The Art of Meredith Brooks Abbott December 5 – February 13 Museum of Ventura County Atmospheric landscapes, garden paintings, and portraits by California Impressionist Meredith Brooks Abbott will be on solo exhibition. Abbott has spent most of her 50 years as a painter in the South Coast region; she is a founding member of the Oak Group of painters dedicated to preserving open spaces, and exhibits regularly with the California Art Club. This museum exhibit draws from collections in Ventura and Santa Barbara, and showcases her ability to capture the natural world around her with quick brushstrokes and subtly related colors. 100 E. Main Street, Ventura. For more information, call 805.653.0323 or visit venturamuseum.org.

Big Bad Voodoo Daddy December 10 Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza After first gaining mainstream popularity with their breakthrough performance in Swingers, Ventura’s Big Bad Voodoo Daddy has gone on to become one of the most popular touring bands on the road today. Having put the swing craze that briefly dominated Alternative radio in 1998 behind them, BBVD now carries on the tradition of the legendary Big Bands and orchestras by touring non-stop, performing over 100 retrocool concerts each year around the world. And as a twist, the band collab-

orates with symphonies in more than 15 cities, including the Los Angeles Philharmonic, Air Force Symphony Orchestra in Washington, DC, the Hartford Symphony in Hartford, CT, and the Atlanta Symphony. 8 p.m. Kavli Theatre. Tickets available from Ticketmaster (805.583.8700 or ticketmaster.com) or the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza Box Office, 2100 Thousand Oaks Blvd.

Olivas Adobe Holiday Tour December 12 Olivas Adobe Historical Park Discover how the holidays were celebrated on Rancho San Miguel in Old California. Costumed guides lead small group tours into the Adobe courtyard to observe vignettes of how the Olivas family prepared for its holiday celebration in the 1860s. Enjoy costumed historical skits, live entertainment, and refreshments. Tours take place every hour from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Admission is free, but reservations are recommended. 4200 Olivas Park Drive, Ventura. For more information, visit olivasadobe.org or call 805.658.4726.

Leading Ladies Through December 19 Santa Paula Theater Center From the writer of “Moon Over Buffalo” and “Lend Me a Tenor” comes Ken Ludwig’s sidesplitting comedy of mistaken identity, as two English Shakespearean actors who are stuck performing on the Moose Lodge Circuit in 1950s Amish Pennsylvania decide to impersonate the long lost English nephews of a local dying heiress. However, they soon discover that the beloved relatives are actually nieces! Donning outfits from their costume trunk, the two arrive at the estate as “Maxine and Stephanie” to collect the inheritance. Romantic entanglements abound when they fall head-over-petticoat in love with the old lady’s vivacious niece and her best friend. 125 South 7th Street, Santa Paula. For more information, call 805.525.4645 or visit santapaula theatercenter.org.

Christmas Tree Holiday Train & The North Pole Express Through December 27 Fillmore Every Saturday and Sunday through December 29, visitors are invited to hop onboard Fillmore & Western’s Christmas Tree Train and journey through Ventura County’s picturesque Heritage Valley on the way to select and cut down their own Christmas tree. Trains depart at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., and the rides cost $24 for adults, $22 for seniors 60+, $14 for kids 4-12, $10 for kids 2-3; kids under 2 are free on lap. The North Pole Express journeys to the “North Pole” to “pick

up Santa.” The ride includes storytellers dressed as elves and chocolate milk and cookies. Kids are encouraged to wear their pajamas and bring their teddy bears. The North Pole Express runs Wednesday through Sunday, through December 27. $29 for adults, $19 for kids 2-12; kids under 2 are free on lap. For more information, call 800.773.8724 or visit fwry.com.

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Boat Parade of Lights and Fireworks December 17 & 18 Ventura Harbor This two-day celebration marks the 34th anniversary of this yearly event. The parade starts at 7 p.m., followed by a fireworks show. Themed “Holiday in Whoville – Who’s Your Favorite Seuss?” guests can view boats adorned with Christmas lights and decorations illuminate the Ventura Harbor and watch as colorful fireworks fill the night sky. The Cat in the Hat and the Grinch will be wandering the Promenade for photo opportunities. Guests can also do some Christmas shopping and eat at one of the Harbor restaurants. Free parking and admission. For more information, visit venturaharborvillage.com or call 805.477.0470.

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Home for the Holidays December 17 & 18 Conejo Players Theatre “Home For The Holidays” is a festive night of cabaret, when performers from the current season and seasons past come together in an evening of song to share glad tidings and spread holiday cheer. Performers will regale guests with renditions of holiday classics both old and new. There will be a champagne reception following each performance. This event is for two nights only. 351 S. Moorpark Road, Thousand Oaks. For more information, call 805.495.3715 or visit conejoplayers.org.

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Master Harold and the Boys February 9 – March 6 Rubicon Theatre, Ventura This powerful play set in South Africa in the 1950s follows 17-year-old Hally and two black servants, Sam and Willie. Sam has become a father figure to Hally, helping him with schoolwork, making him a kite, and teaching him important life lessons. Hally (“Master Harold”), upon learning that his tyrannical father is coming home from the hospital, unleashes his fear and anger on his friends. This production has much to say about how racism and bigotry is passed from one generation to the next. Winner of the Drama Desk Award for Best Play and London’s Evening Standard Award. Reserved seating. For more information, visit rubicontheatre.org. december 2010

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Steps to the sand at hollywood beach

Great Getaway Condo or Full Time Residence P rivatel y Gate d i n d esirable neighborhoo d

montecito secret garden Charming Ranch Style Home with approx 1808 sq. ft. of living space sits on a large approx 21344 sq. ft. lot. Kitchen features beautiful granite countertops with granite and tumbled tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances including new refrigerator, oven/range, dishwasher, and trash compactor. The living room features a cozy fireplace and French doors leading to very private back-

yard with lush landscaping. Gorgeous master bathroom has large soaking tub, separate shower and two separate sinks; other bath has granite vanity and travertine tile in the shower and on the floor. Hardwood floors, custom paint, family room or formal dining with custom built-ins, laundry room w/washer and dryer included and much more! Close to shopping, dining, schools, golf course/country

club. Not a short sale or REO. Will not last! Contact Larry Krogh, General Pacific Properties and Finance, 805312-0512.

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Light, bright end unit, mostly furnished with newer beach decor. Prestigious Hollywood Beach location. Enjoy partial ocean views from the front balcony, which is perfect for sunset happy hours or leisurely morning coffee while peoplewatching at Mrs. Olson’s restaurant. The HarborWalk Association features four pools, spas, as well as tennis. The Clubhouse is available for special events. Cross Harbor Blvd. to the Channel Islands Marina and Sunday

Farmer’s Market. This condo is a great weekend getaway, pied-aterre, or full-time beach residence. Visit online SearchVCHomes.com. Contact Ariel Palmieri or Karen Stein, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage 805-746-2070.

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California Craftsman This home, never before offered for sale, has nearly 2000 square feet of living space! Built new in 1987, designed by renowned architect Marc Dietrick. Views of the ocean and city lights along with the property’s own majestic redwood tree are accomplished by “staggered” viewing locations from the breakfast area, to the 46

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Enjoy the beautiful ocean views and sounds of the Pacific from this very light and bright home with gorgeous open beam washed wood ceilings. Features include professional landscaping private backyard, double car garage, large magnificent entertaining ocean view deck, ample parking, plantation shutters, Tile flooring, designer upgrades and classic beach styling. Perfect for full time owner or sec-

ond home. Come and enjoy the sunsets! See Virtual Tour & additional photos online at www.1193winthrop.com Text “104634” to 79564. Contact Linda Wigton, Prudential California Realty, 805-320-4212

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Westlake Trails Dream Home

hacienda Style Home On On Acre In Ojai

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Charming Ranch Style Home in Desirable Neighborhood. This privately gated 3BD+2BA has approx 1808 sq. ft. of living space and sits on a large, approx 21344 sq. ft. lot. Kitchen features beautiful granite countertops w/granite and tumbled tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances including new refrigerator, oven/range, dishwasher, and trash compactor. Bathroom has granite vanity and travertine in shower and on floor. Gorgeous master bathroom with large soaking tub, separate shower. & two separate sinks. Living room has cozy fireplace and French doors leading to very private backyard with lush landscaping. Other features include hardwood floors, custom paint, family room or formal dining w/built-ins, laundry room w/washer and dryer included and much more! Close to shopping, dining, schools, golf course/country club. Not a short sale or REO. Will not last! $1,425,000

Comes complete with its own pixie tangerine orchard. Home features open high beam ceilings, custom hand hewn wood floors, 3 fireplaces, large office/library. Master suite has huge walk-in closet, spacious bath with Jacuzzi tub, walk-in spa shower. French doors lead to private courtyard. Four person sauna with adjacent outdoor shower. $1,299,000

Gorgeous Ojai Home On Almost an acre!

One of the highest locations in desirable Trails. Forever views. Remodeled 5BD+5BA w/ approx 4506 sq.ft. of living space on 20,909 sq.ft. lot. Amenities Galore! Kitchen has Viking range w/hood, Professional Series fridge & freezer. Spacious Master Suite has sitting area w/ stone fireplace. Oversized living room, family room w/wetbar, wine cellar. 3 fireplaces. New windows,carpeting. Entertainers dream!

$1,599,900

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Extraordinary single story home features 4BD+3BA, oversized living room & family room, formal dining room, breakfast nook, large screened porch/patio, 2-car garage with storage. Over 3,800 sq ft of living space. This home has been beautifully remodeled & upgraded featuring wide plank hardwood & tile flooring, 2 gorgeous stone fireplaces, remodeled bathrooms and a Cookâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kitchen with Viking appliances. Dual AC/Heat system. Huge master suite w/ walk-in closet. Ideally located within walking distance to downtown Ojai. Zoned for a guest house, horses, or pool/spa-you choose! $1,025,000

3BD+2BA single story home w/approx. 1961 sq. ft. of living space on a large 7841 sq ft lot. Spacious kitchen features newly refinished cabinetry and gorgeous granite countertops. Bathrooms have granite vanities, new fixtures, and travertine tile shower & floor. Also features stunning hardwood floors, fresh paint, new carpet, stone fireplace, family room & dining room, lush landscaping, pool/spa and much more! $579,250

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Entertainers Dream! Breathtaking views of newbury park & thousand Oaks

Situated on approx 1.46 acres this 3BD, 2.5BA home has approx. 3372 sq. ft. of luxurious living space. Some amenities include two master suites, gourmet kitchen w/ SubZero fridge, 2 fireplaces(one double sided), vaulted ceilings w/fans & recessed lighting, surround sound in family room, security system, 3 car garage, built in vacuum system, dual heating & a/c. Private master bedroom w/large deck & large master bathroom w/double shower system & jacuzzi tub. Security alarm system & 3 car attached garage. Backyard boasts Pebble tec saltwater pool and spa, lighted paddle tennis court, and gorgeous waterfall feature & koi pond, firepit overlooking the Conejo Valley, & granite top, built-in bbq area w/42 inch Lynx barbecue, fridge, with seating for 8 people. This magnificent home is beautifully landscaped w/extensive exterior lighting, gorgeous exterior stone work and stairway w/step lighting. Truly one of a kind! $1,899,999

Cottage Style 3BD+1BA on large lot with 2 car garage and RV access. Features include hardwood floors, newer windows, tile counter and tile shower in bathroom, wood deck in large backyard and more! New sod and landscaping with automatic sprinklers in front and backyard. Close to shopping and schools. Not a short sale or REO. $339,000

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3BD+3BA w/approx 1384 sq ft of living space. Multilevel unit in very desirable neighborhood. Kitchen has gorgeous granite and refinished cabinetry. This home also features stunning wood floors, new carpet, fresh paint, indoor laundry with a bedroom downstairs and much more. $389,900

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The lady this was designed for was given a sapphire by her husband. He is a wonderful guy, the real deal all around. She called him her Frog Prince. But her taste is different from his. She wanted something that wasn’t a narrow shank with a row of diamonds around it. So she commissioned me to do something a bit more modern. On the way to the ring that really fits her style and taste this bit of whimsy just sort of grew and I just couldn’t ignore him. If you look at the big image it is an elegant and modern ring. Yet when you look straight down from the right angle, out comes the Frog Prince! She is considering three different designs, including this one. As delightful as she found my tribute to her Frog Prince, I have a suspicion that the winner will be one of the other two designs. “We don’t copy what’s new, I create what’s next!”

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