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AT HOME OUT & ABOUT70 On the Town Razorback ready fashions for game day and more
72 On the Road Designer Chris Goddard’s tips for a weekend in Fayetteville
79 What’s in Store Cooking Gear
80 At Home with Chef Lee Richardson
AT HOME STYLE12 Stylish Finds Luxurious bath goods
14 Design News What’s new and notable in The Natural State
16 Collections A North Little Rock collector’s citrus reamers20 Design New products for the kitchen and bath
27 Before & After A fresh look for a Russellville den and wet bar
31 In the Garden A Fayetteville couple’s outdoor entertaining areas
AT HOME KITCHENS & BATHS
40 Organically Modern Designer Meridith Hamilton infuses an outdated kitchen and bath with sleek style
48 Clean and Serene Designer Garry Mertins creates an elegant and easy-going kitchen
54 Polished to Perfection Designer Tobi Fairley renovates a cramped kitchen and bath into airy spaces
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DESIGNERS dish on their BEST IDEAS
FRESH SOLUTIONS
While shelter is a basic human need, a shelter for the soul (words I
admire from architect Samuel Mockbee) has the power to affect every
aspect of our life. A functional and personally pleasing home, whether big or small, grand or simple, fit for a family or sized for one, becomes our
refuge. At home, we’re free to be ourselves, to find comfort, to dream, to be
creative…and from that place of contentment, we can move forward in the
world in a more caring way.
We continually share the concept of how a well designed home can
enhance your life, whether it’s pages of extra-efficient kitchens and baths,
as in this issue, renovations and room makeovers, or entire homes. And we
carry the idea out into the community by supporting home-related causes,
such as this month’s second annual Habitat for Humanity of Pulaski County
ReStore & After event, sponsored by At Home in Arkansas.
Local artists and other creative groups are busy rehabilitating furniture
and decorative items from the Habitat for Humanity ReStore, and on the
evening of September 29, the items will be auctioned during a party with
live music by the Rodney Block Jazz Project, libations, hors d’oeuvres and
raffles. It’s a win-win event: dated items get rehabbed and find new homes
and the evening’s proceeds benefit the important work of Habitat for Humanity.
For information and tickets: contact [email protected], call (501) 580-0614 or follow the
Facebook event page and @RestoreAndAfter on Twitter. We hope you’ll join us.
We’re firm believers in the power of home.
Sharing design ideas and giving away
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SUBTLE SHADESIn Little Rock, the new shop
White Goat features the softer side of European furnishings
Light hues of white, blue and gray grace the interiors of the newly opened shop White Goat in the Heights neighborhood, featuring antiques from Sweden, Belgium and France mixed with accessories straight from the Paris flea market.
Sisters-in-law Anna and Eleanor Dickinson’s penchant for Scandinavian style inspired the business venture, which is housed in a renovated 2,000-square-foot space that formerly was home to Pflugrad’s Antiques. The duo also share a background in art, and Eleanor’s paintings will be shown in the space as well, mingling with antique and reproduction furniture, chandeliers, lamps and other accessories, including pillows featuring Swedish textiles. 5624 R St., (501) 603-9460
BREAKFAST & BOOK SIGNINGCobblestone & Vine hosts renowned interior designer Suzanne Kasler
Join Cobblestone & Vine in welcoming Atlanta-based interior designer Suzanne Kasler to Arkansas. The two-day affair begins with a book signing from 2 to 6 p.m. on Thursday, September 22, at Cobblestone’s Heights location in Little Rock—featuring refreshments and copies of Kasler’s Inspired Interiors available on a first come, first served basis. Then on September 23, a private designer breakfast sponsored by At Home in Arkansas will take place at 9 a.m. at the Pleasant Ridge Town Center location. Call (501) 664-4249 or (501) 219-3676 or email [email protected] to reserve your space. One lucky customer from each location will be able to win two tickets to the breakfast.
KITCHEN & BATH FOR A CAUSE
Little Rock retailer raises funds for Arkansas Children’s Hospital
The Kitchen & Bath Concepts annual Home Expo returns with design pros and renovation resources setting up booths to offer information on appliances, surfacing, cabinetry, energy-efficiency and more. Festivities begin on Thursday, September 8, with “A Night Out, for Children’s Sake,” sponsored by At Home in Arkansas and featuring hors d’ oeuvres, drinks, silent auctions and socializing. On September 9-10, visit with more local vendors and enjoy silent auctions, door prizes and free food and drinks. Auction items include countertop replacements and more. All proceeds benefit Arkansas Children’s Hospital. For information, visit www.kbc1.com or call (501) 225-5221.
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Main SqueezeA North Little Rock antique dealer’s assortment of reamers puts a colorful
twist on kitchen collectiblesBy Paulette Pearson
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In a fast-paced world with electric juicers and
frozen concentrates, old-fashioned reamers are no longer
needed to enjoy the tangy juices of oranges, lemons and
limes. But they make a charming collection—not to mention
a whimsical addition to any kitchen. “What I love about
reamers,” says Neil Palmer of Crystal Hill Antique Mall in
North Little Rock, “is that they have a utility, but they’re also
beautiful.”
Reamers burst onto the scene after the Civil War, when
it was discovered that citrus cures scurvy. That set the ball
rolling for a slew of styles, beginning with simple hand held
versions. Two-piece sets with measuring pitcher bottoms and
separate reamer tops emerged in the 1920s. Other styles
include saucer reamers, which are one-piece versions shaped
like a disc, figural reamers and juice sets with matching
cups.
Reamers have also had promotional uses. Sunkist began
as a marketing tool for California citrus farmers hoping to
sell more of their crops to the East Coast. In support of their
campaign, they distributed Sunkist reamers, with colors
ranging from the most popular, white, to brighter greens,
pinks, blues and yellows.
The H.C. Fry Glass Company was also known for colorful
reamers, producing jadite and milk glass as well, while
companies such as Cambridge, Anchor Hocking, Jeannette
and McKee followed suit with different shapes. Materials used
throughout the years range from wood and glass to metal
and pottery.
Palmer’s expansive collection showcases just a fraction of
the styles produced over the years. “Mine are primarily figural
reamers made in Japan,” he says. Trade agreements with
Japan in the 1930s led to the mass production and export of
reamers to the United States. They poured into stores across
the country, eventually overtaking their American made
counterparts as a less expensive alternative. “They were
made for everyday people and everyday uses,” Palmer notes.
That’s not to say that the finer tables couldn’t enjoy
reamers too. Renowned European china companies such as
Limoges and Royal Rudolstadt catered to the wealthy with
elegantly crafted porcelain reamers. And while Palmer owns
several fancier styles, from Czechoslovakia and Germany, his
favorite is a clown-shaped reamer in the shape of a teapot.
“Reamers,” he notes, “are one of life’s simple luxuries.”
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SOOTHINGLY SOPHISTICATED
New products for the bath feature shiny silver and dark accents for traditional-with-a-twist style
Kallista Counterpoint Collection sconce by Barbara Barry. www.kohler.com
Kallista Amedee decorative stone knob collection in Obsidian. www.kohler.com
Robern Cite mirrored vanity cabinet with ebony leather frame. Falk Plumbing Supply, locations statewide
Pulse Showerspas Kihei anodized aluminum pre-plumbed system with Rain showerhead, body jets, handheld sprayer and tub spout. PC Hardware, Little Rock
Kallista Bellis vanity in French White with Statuary White honed marble countertop. www.kohler.com
MTI Whirlpool Parisian freestanding tub from the Designer Series. Ferguson, Marks Electric & Plumbing Supply, Plumb Perfect, Springdale; Noland, Harrison; Southern Pipe & Supply, Little Rock, Searcy; Winnelson, Fort Smith
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CHARMINGLY SLEEKStainless steel appliances give a traditional
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Sleek cottage kitchen by Kohler. www.kohler.com
Kohler Dickinson apron-front, undercounter sink and Vinnata faucet. Falk Plumbing Supply, locations statewide; Ferguson, Springdale; J&B Supply, Fort Smith; Mid-South Plumbing Supply, Jonesboro; Southern Bath & Kitchen, Southern Pipe & Supply, The Plumbing Warehouse, Little Rock
Kohler Porto Fino self-rimming/undercounter entertainment sink and Essex faucet with wristblade handles. Falk Plumbing Supply, locations statewide; Ferguson, Springdale; J&B Supply, Fort Smith; Mid-South Plumbing Supply, Jonesboro; Southern Bath & Kitchen, Southern Pipe & Supply, The Plumbing Warehouse, Little Rock
GE Profile bottom-freezer refrigerator. Metro Appliances & More, locations statewide
Jenn-Air 36-inch gas cook top. Metro Appliances & More, locations statewide
Jenn-Air Trifecta dishwasher. Metro Appliances & More, locations statewide
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INVITINGLY WARMNew products for the kitchen emphasize
function in a relaxing environment
Warm white kitchen by Kohler. www.kohler.com
Kohler Cursive design on Alcott apron-front sink in Earthen White and Translucent Cashmere. Falk Plumbing Supply, locations statewide; Ferguson, Springdale; J&B Supply, Fort Smith; Mid-South Plumbing Supply, Jonesboro; Southern Bath & Kitchen, Southern Pipe & Supply, The Plumbing Warehouse, Little Rock
Kohler Parq deck-mount kitchen bridge faucet. Falk Plumbing Supply, locations statewide; Ferguson, Springdale; J&B Supply, Fort Smith; Mid-South Plumbing Supply, Jonesboro; Southern Bath & Kitchen, Southern Pipe & Supply, The Plumbing Warehouse, Little Rock
Jenn-Air 42-inch fully integrated built-in French door refrigerator. Metro Appliances & More, locations statewide
GE Monogram professional range with four burners, grill and griddle. Metro Appliances & More, locations statewide
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Form and function have come together in a room designed for small gatherings
and big parties in Beverly and David Keener’s Russellville home.
When the couple purchased the traditional-style house in 1990, the lower level was a
dance studio for the previous owners’ two daughters, complete with a mirrored wall and
a ballet barre. As owner of Keener Construction Co., Inc., David handily transformed the
space into a recreation room their family of four could enjoy. Twenty years later, as empty
nesters, Beverly and David intended to update the lower level once again, which became
an easy decision when flooding caused by upstairs renovations severely damaged the walls
and flooring.
For Beverly, it was an opportunity to transform the room from a recreational area into
an inviting space for entertaining friends and family. Keener Construction Co., Inc. pulled
In Russellville, a damaged lower-level den becomes an accommodating family gathering space and wet bar
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up the carpet and removed the wood paneling from the walls,
and with the room stripped down to the studs, it became
a canvas for the Keeners to design a space suited to their
entertaining needs.
“We put sheetrock on the walls and hardwood on the floors,”
Beverly says. “The addition of warm colors on the walls and
through the cabinets and tile in the wet bar area makes the
room feel cozy,” she adds, “and the hardwood floors keep it
low maintenance.”
The couple’s goal was to create a casual space that would
work as well for a room full of guests as it would for simple family
gatherings. A seating area featuring a new leather sofa and
comfortable chairs is a prime space for relaxing. The adjacent
wet bar is a reduced-sized version of a fully functional kitchen,
with a below-counter refrigerator, microwave, icemaker, sink
and even a range with a grill—which Beverly notes is ideal for
making hot dogs during football games. “It became a room
where family and friends could gather for holidays or special
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occasions, or just to watch sports,” she adds.
Though designed for entertaining, the room also serves as
a meeting place for Beverly’s charity group. “I spend much of
my time working with Circle of Friends, a group associated
with Arkansas Children’s Hospital,” she notes. “Our family
room is a great place for the group to meet. It’s such a
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On the Right PathA Fayetteville couple creates an outdoor entertaining
area that serves as an extension of their home
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At Cindy and Mark McNair’s garden retreat, a brick path connects the side garden to a backyard patio and pergola. Crape myrtles and sun-loving perennials, including purple conefl ower, Lilyleaf Ladybells, Coreopsis and Stoke’s aster, line the walkway.
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Lush flowers are in bloom, the lazy notes of a jazz band float through
the outdoor speakers and dinner is on the grill. For Cindy and Mark McNair,
these aren’t the signs of a special occasion. Rather, it could be any night of
the week from March to October. “We live outdoors and take advantage of it
every chance we get,” says Cindy.
What began as a gardening hobby in 2000 has since grown into a full-scale
backyard retreat. “When our kids went off to school, we started gardening and
spending all our time outdoors,” says Cindy. “We referred to our first flower
beds as the ‘empty nesters’ garden,” laughs Mark, “and now it has grown to
become an extension of our home.”
The couple created their backyard living area progressively. The initial plan
for flowerbeds grew to include the fireplace and pergola, and then eventually
expanded to the pool and outdoor kitchen. “The more we expanded, the more
we enjoyed it,” says Cindy. While each space is a separate entity within the
backyard, a charming brick walkway and the pool deck link all of the areas
together.
As the expansion grew, so did the number of parties. The backyard has
provided the backdrop for everything from bridal showers to intimate family
dinners. “We once hosted a ‘Drink, Dangle and Dine,’ where we invited
friends over for cocktails, a dip in the pool and dinner,” says Mark. They also
enjoy celebrating birthdays at the dining table, sharing s’mores by the stone
fireplace and preparing Sunday breakfast on the grill’s griddle.
A stone fireplace provides a backdrop for a fall dinner or a few homemade s’mores. To add character, the couple mixed a cherished dining table, which originally belonged to Mark’s parents, with new OW Lee patio furniture, pillows and lanterns from Pottery Barn, and a coffee table from Sara Kathryn’s, Ltd. A candle-lit chandelier casts a soft glow for evening gatherings.
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The brick walkway connects to the outdoor kitchen, dining area and pool on the side of the house. While a pool may be the focal point in many backyards, it blends naturally into the lush landscape in this setting. Blue and green accents, including cushions covered in Sunbrella fabric, mimic the serene environment.
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A wooden potting bench, offering a place to begin seedlings, is nestled in a garden bed of herbs and vegetables alongside the outdoor kitchen and dining area. With a built-in grill, prep sink and below-counter refrigerator, there’s no need to head inside for a snack—or even to cook dinner. Friends can gather around the bar, while the hosts fire up the grill. The ceiling is painted Benjamin Moore’s Bird’s Egg. A teak dining table and vintage wrought-iron chandelier add casual charm.
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The outdoor kitchen prep area and a built-in grill allow the couple
to cook for family and friends without being indoors, where they might
miss out on some of the conversations or fun. They also thoughtfully
placed the cooking area near a side door that leads to the home’s
kitchen, making it easy to transport appetizers, drinks and food to
the grill.
Fresh herbs, such as basil, rosemary and mint, dot the landscape of
an edible garden that’s aptly placed near the grill. The couple’s son,
Cole, is a trained chef and they often gather to make fresh batches
of pesto from their harvest. Cindy also uses the area to pot smaller
plants, which she gives away to friends and neighbors interested in
planting a garden of their own.
For a couple who admittedly loves to garden and cook, there’s no
better setting. “I can’t imagine anywhere else we’d rather be,” says
Cindy.
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In Elizabeth Andreoli’s Little Rock home, designer Meridith Hamilton of MLH Designs uses high-gloss, cream-colored Crestwood cabinets, gleaming Caesarstone countertops and Crossville porcelain tile floors to reflect the light streaming through Pella windows. The sculpture is from Lamps Plus. Previous page: A Miele coffee system and KitchenAid microwave are seamlessly inserted into an efficient wall of Crestwood cabinets.
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Designer Meridith Hamilton uses natural light, sleek surfaces and
ultra-effi cient amenities to update an aging kitchen and bath
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Design ResourcesContractor Richard Cone Construction, Little RockInterior design Meridith Hamilton, MLH Designs, CKD, Allied ASID, Little RockAppliances Metro Appliances & More, locations statewideArt M2 Gallery, Little RockCabinetry MLH Designs, Little RockCountertops Advanced Bath & Kitchen, Little RockFixtures Falk Plumbing Supply, locations statewideTile-flooring ProSource, North Little RockTile-glass mosaic Elder Distributing, North Little RockLighting Light Innovations, Little RockPaint Sherwin-Williams, locations statewideSculpture in kitchen Lamps Plus, Little RockWindows Pella Windows & Doors, North Little Rock, Springdale
AHIA: Was the bathroom any better?
MH: It was very confined as well. The previous owners had
added some ductwork and lowered the ceiling to cover it, so
the entire area has a seven-foot ceiling. I had to make that
room appear and feel bigger than its actual size.
AHIA: In the kitchen redesign, what were the homeowner’s
top priorities?
MH: The homeowner, Elizabeth
Andreoli, wanted a clean, modern
look and more open space. But the
washer and dryer are in the kitchen
and she wanted to leave them there.
They were exposed, so I had to
figure out a way to keep the laundry
area without making it look like a
laundry room.
AHIA: How did you hide the
washer and dryer, as well as other
appliances and elements in the
kitchen?
MH: The washer and dryer are
hidden behind new walnut cabinets.
The refrigerator and dishwasher
are also totally integrated. I tried
to hide everything that I could. I
streamlined the ovens as much as
possible. You can’t really hide the
microwave and coffee maker, but
I tried to design it in a way that
they’re not obtrusive aesthetically.
The vent has a glass hood that
keeps it from looking huge. I
wanted everything to be very sleek,
furniture-like and non-obtrusive.
AHIA: How did you create the illusion of more space in a
small kitchen?
MH: I opened it all up, taking out a dividing wall by the
dining room, enlarging the front door and replacing
the windows. We also replaced a dark parquet floor with
porcelain tile. To keep this space open, I minimized wall
cabinets, and instead created a pantry-like space alongside
the refrigerator and ovens for storing things like dishes and
stemware.
AHIA: Limited space and light was also an issue in the
bathroom. How did you visually enlarge this space?
MH: We removed the wall between the bathroom and
the dressing room and enlarged the space a little more
so we could fit the tub and the larger double vanity the
homeowner wanted. The shower is totally open and because
of the way it’s arranged, the water falls and stays within
the shower. With this low ceiling and confined space, I had
to make it as open as possible, so even adding a frameless
glass door or barrier would have created a closed-in feeling.
And I added built-in wall niches in the shower, to eliminate
the need for shelves.
AHIA: With such limited space, how did you incorporate a
pretty, yet functional vanity area?
MH: The medicine cabinets are a space-saving design by
Robern that accent the horizontal instead of the vertical. I
wanted to use these to make the space appear longer and
larger, but because the doors slide
up the entire height of the cabinet
to open, they would have hit the
ceiling. So I bumped out an area
where the previous cabinets were,
took the glass tile that we used as
an accent throughout the room and
ran it all the way up and created this
lit niche above. You can turn it on
to highlight the glass and it almost
creates a waterfall type effect.
AHIA: How did you keep the
monochromatic theme interesting?
MH: Textures are very
important when working with
a monochromatic palette. The
flooring is the same polished,
porcelain tile that’s in the kitchen,
and then the wall tile is all textured
porcelain. To balance everything, I
used glass tile in stripes integrated
throughout the entire room.
AHIA: Both rooms feature ample
light and natural elements. Was it
important to the homeowner to
bring the outdoors inside?
MH: This type of house is meant to
almost become one with nature. It has that architectural
quality because of all the windows and because of the
homeowner’s love of the outdoors, and I complemented that
with an organic feel throughout the spaces.
At Home in Arkansas: This kitchen and bath look extra efficient and flooded with natural light.
What were the rooms like before the transformation?
Meridith Hamilton: The home was built in the late 1950s, and the kitchen was a series of small, closed off rooms with outdated tile and finishes, as well as low ceilings. It
definitely wasn’t very efficient.
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Hamilton chose the glass-topped Mille dining table by Bonaldo to complement the homeowner’s existing chairs. The raindrop-like pendant chandelier is comprised of three separate fixtures from Light Innovations. A quarter-sawn walnut Crestwood cabinet creates a partial divider between dining and cooking spaces. Walls are covered in Sherwin-Williams’ Balanced Beige.
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Sleek and organized cabinetry and appliances aid efficiency. A Blanco undermount sink curved for spaciousness sports a Kohler single-handle faucet, both from Falk Plumbing Supply. A Crestwood cabinet complete with electrical outlets lifts open for easy access to appliances. The range and hood are Thermador; a Miele double oven is adjacent to a cabinetry-clad Sub-Zero refrigerator. Metallic Emmei barstools feature wipeable white leather seats. Visitors would never suspect the kitchen doubles as a laundry room, thanks to an Asko washer and dryer tucked away behind cabinetry.
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*STYLE SECRET“Minimizing upper cabinets to allow for additional windows visually enlarges a room.” —Designer Meridith Hamilton
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“Use textural details to keep a monochromatic space from looking bland.”
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An open shower, Pella windows and a reflective combination of Caesarstone countertops, glass mosaic Walker Zanger accent tile and cream-colored Crossville porcelain tile on the floor and tub area lighten up the renovated master bathroom. The soothing effect continues with walls and ceiling painted Sherwin-Williams’ Balanced Beige. An undermounted tub and sinks as well as sleek fixtures are all Kohler. Quarter-sawn walnut cabinetry is from Crestwood; the Robern medicine cabinet from Falk Plumbing Supply lifts open for space-saving storage. Glass pendant lights are from Light Innovations; the art and glass bowl are by Ginger Williams-Cook, available through M2 Gallery.
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*STYLE SECRET“The cabinetry’s grid pattern establishes a rhythm that makes the room feel streamlined and organized.”
—Designer Garry Mertins
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Once dark and outdated, this Little Rock kitchen owes its newfound functionality and style to designer Garry Mertins and builder Chris DeBin. Sleek cabinetry by Distinctive Kitchens & Baths provides ample storage, easy-to-clean travertine marble replaced hardwood flooring, and an enlarged window streams in plenty of natural light. The sink and faucet are Kohler from Falk Plumbing Supply; refrigerator is Sub-Zero. Paint is custom Sherwin-Williams.
Designer Garry Mertins turns an out-of-date
kitchen into a tranquil space for effortlessly relaxing, cooking and
entertainingInterview by: Paulette Pearson Photography: Nancy Nolan
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AHIA: Were structural changes necessary?
GM: We took everything down to the studs. We rebuilt
the entire kitchen. Removing a laundry room at one end
allowed us to expand into that space with a refreshment
counter, including an
icemaker, wine refrigerator
and coffee bar. We also
evened out the ceiling height,
replaced the hardwood
flooring with new travertine
marble floors and installed all
new cabinetry.
AHIA: You devised separate
areas for cooking and
entertaining.
GM: Traffic flow is really
important. Consider how
traffic will flow through the
kitchen while you’re working.
If you have the luxury of
space, create a working side
and an entertaining side.
We placed the barstools
on the end of the island,
where someone can have a
glass of wine or eat cereal,
while keeping traffic in the
workspace to a minimum.
AHIA: We love your choice of
granite.
GM: We looked at a ton of
different stones, and ended
up choosing this one because
it has enough movement,
pattern and color variation
to pick up the highs and lows of the cabinets doors and the
stone floors. It provided a good springboard for the rest of
the kitchen design.
AHIA: Tell us about your decision to use two wood tones on
the cabinetry.
GM: From a design standpoint, it’s more architecturally
interesting. The darker banding around the cabinetry
throughout gave us the opportunity to continue that dark
color on the island, in the refreshment bar area and above
the range hood as well. It gave us a way to play with color
and texture.
AHIA: You also designed the cabinets with functionality in
mind.
GM: The goal was to have beautiful dark wood on the
exterior of the cabinets for contrast, and we chose lighter
Design ResourcesContractor Chris deBin Construction, Little RockInterior design Garry Mertins Design, Little RockAppliances Metro Appliances & More, locations statewideCabinetry Distinctive Kitchens & Baths, Little RockCountertops/floors All Natural Stone, Little RockFixtures Falk Plumbing Supply, locations statewideFlorals Tipton Hurst, Conway, Little Rock, North Little RockFurnishings Mertinsdykehome, Little RockLight fixtures Garry Mertins Design, Little RockTile Acme Brick, North Little Rock
At Home in Arkansas: The kitchen in this 1920s Hillcrest home was dark and outdated.
What were your main goals for the redesign?
Garry Mertins: With their children grown, it was about how the homeowners want to live. They love to cook and entertain. The big thing was having a large workspace to spread out on, within a relaxing, cleaner, more
contemporary kitchen. Creating a work triangle—between the stove, refrigerator and sink—and adding storage were also important.
wood for the interior to make it easier to see the items that
are stored. The refreshment counter cabinets open up like a
garage door. That also provides easier access, and they can
be left open and stay out of the way while entertaining.
AHIA: Is the new kitchen easy
to maintain?
GM: A damp mop cleans the
floor, and you can place a hot
pan directly onto the granite
countertop. The grid design of
the cabinetry also establishes
a rhythm that makes it feel
much cleaner, without being
stark or cold.
AHIA: Was lighting an issue?
GM: We had to let in as much
natural light as possible. We
enlarged the window above
the sink and reconfigured
the ceiling with can lighting.
There’s also Xenon task
lighting hidden under the
cabinets, which produces
much brighter light than
fluorescents. I chose the
pendant lights because
of their scale and Asian
influence—they’re glass
globes and have a brushed
metal finish.
AHIA: What are your tips
for achieving a beautiful yet
functional kitchen?
GM: Get a professional
involved, whether it’s a
designer or an architect. Look through books and trade
magazines. Don’t begin until you have a good plan. And
remember, it’s not a matter of how your neighbor would live
in the house, but how you live in the house.
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Spacious granite countertops cater to cooking and entertaining. Honed tumbled marble tile from Acme Brick appears on the backsplash. The range is Thermador.
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A sitting area replaced a breakfast room as a spot for the empty nesters to relax. Thomas O’Brien club chairs are from Mertinsdyke Home; antique prints adorn the wall. Facing page, clockwise from top left: Refreshment center amenities include an icemaker and wine refrigerator. The oven is GE Monogram. Dark cherry cabinets reveal lighter interiors featuring drawer dividers for easy organization. The refreshment center’s cabinet doors lift open for space savings. Corner cabinets outfi tted with circular shelves maximize storage.
—Designer Garry Mertins
“The coffered ceiling not only repeats the grid pattern, but also disguises pipes that couldn’t be removed.”
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Designer Tobi Fairley renovates a cramped kitchen and bath into airy rooms with a sea-inspired color palette and elegant detailing
Interview by: Tiffany Burgess Photography: Nancy Nolan Styling: Diane Carroll
Shades of blue on the island and in window treatments evoke the sea in a Little Rock kitchen renovated by interior designer Tobi Fairley. Maritime-inspired pendant lights and a lantern from Visual Comfort complete the look.
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Clockwise from above: Two-tone cabinetry with a faux finish gives a fresh perspective to the classic color palette, while the strong lines of the coffered ceiling and columns add architectural interest. Amenities for the chef abound, including a pot-filler faucet and a double oven and warming drawer from KitchenAid. Cabinetry panels conceal a Sub-Zero refrigerator, while a prep sink in the island completes the work triangle. Shades of white in the Silestone quartz countertops, Walker Zanger backsplash tile, Kohler apron-front sink and Florida Tile ceramic floors enhance the room’s airy appearance.
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At Home in Arkansas: The cool color palette in the kitchen and bath is so clean and inviting.
Where did you find the inspiration?
Tobi Fairley: One of our first steps with any homeowner is to discover what they like and don’t like. When we first sat down with this couple, we immediately had a sense of their style. The wife had tons of magazine clippings and
pictures of kitchens and baths she found attractive. Time after time, the pictures she showed us were of beach-inspired rooms with neutral tones
and pale green or aqua accents, so we took our cues from there.
AHIA: Is this a big change from the previous palette?
TF: A huge change. Their home was very traditional and
both the kitchen and bath were dark spaces with maple
cabinetry and dated décor from the late 80s or early 90s, so
changing the palette really altered the tone of the home.
AHIA: Did the homeowners
have a wish list for their kitchen
renovation?
TF: Drawing from the light color,
they wanted the spaces to look
and feel very airy. Since the room
was so dark, they wanted more
natural light and an open space.
They had a side porch off the
kitchen and we incorporated it
into the room to physically gain
more space. We added a large
window and French doors, which
helped to bring in more sunlight
and gave them a nice view of the
golf course in their neighborhood.
AHIA: What about storage space?
TF: One of the other things they
both wanted and needed was
storage. With two kids and a dog,
there are a lot of accessories. The
homeowners wanted to be able
to keep the countertops clear of
clutter and have a place for mail,
keys and the kids’ school items
when guests rang the doorbell.
We began with plenty of built-in
cabinetry that can house small
appliances and anything else
that might be left on the countertops, and then added large
cubbies with baskets on one end of the island to give them a
place to stash items quickly. Even the banquette has a small
built-in drawer for storage.
AHIA: The kitchen design also has a polished and somewhat
traditional feel to it. What elements helped you achieve
this?
TF: The architectural details add interest to the space and
give it that traditional touch. Since we took in the side
porch, we needed to keep one of the load-bearing columns
in place. To make that column appear more balanced, we
added a second one and covered the two with panels. The
kitchen also had a preexisting ceiling beam. We created
a coffered ceiling to tie this in with the rest of the space
and again keep with that classic look. I also love the glazed
subway tile along the backsplash and the two-tone faux-
finished cabinetry. They both give an unexpected twist on
Design Resources Interior design Tobi Fairley Interior Design, Little RockAppliances Metro Appliances & More, locations statewideCabinetry Moody Cabinets, BentonCountertop The Countertop Store, North Little RockFaux finish on cabinetry Janet Canalichio, Little RockMirrors Pottery Barn, locations statewidePaint Sherwin-Williams, locations statewidePlumbing fixtures, bathtub Southern Pipe & Supply Company, locations statewideTile Elder Distributing, North Little RockUpholstery Chism Upholstery & Furniture, Little RockWindow treatments Mountjoy’s Custom Draperies, Mabelvale
traditional. And, of course, the apothecary-style pendants
over the island are timeless fixtures with modern appeal.
AHIA: How did you carry the same style and feeling from
the kitchen to the bath?
TF: It was important to the homeowners to create a
continuous flow throughout the
home, so we used a palette that
was very close to the kitchen
colors. In this room, we also
took in a side porch to gain
more space. We used the former
master bath to create a closet for
the couple, and then turned the
former porch area into their new
bath. This allowed us to bring in
plenty of natural light by adding
windows, just as we did in the
kitchen.
AHIA: So the open, airy feel
and the calm palette set the
tone for the room. What other
features worked to bring the look
together?
TF: The freestanding tub and
its telephone-style fixture really
take center stage in this room.
Not only are they a luxury for
the homeowner, they also add to
the classic look. We used a clean,
white tile and sea glass accent
tile in the shower to brighten
up the space. I also repeated a
round motif, using it in the drum
shades on the light fixtures, the
circular pattern on the fabric for the roman shades, in the
vanity lighting and even on the vanity’s round hardware.
Repeating one of two motifs throughout a space is a great
way to tie a room together.
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A side porch was incorportated into the kitchen and allowed space for a family dining area with a built-in banquette. A Schumacher print enhances the banquette, which includes built-in storage drawers below. Fairley used three shades of Pindler & Pindler linen in the draperies to complement the room’s color palette. Sherwin-Williams’ Wool Skein covers the walls; the trim is Sherwin-Williams’ Shoji White.
—Designer Tobi Fairley
“Using a family of light, cool colors can make a space feel larger and more open.”
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—Designer Tobi Fairley
“Repeating one or two motifs is a great way to tie a room together.”
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In the renovated master bathroom, the clean white backdrop (a combination of Sherwin-Williams’ Wool Skein on walls and Shoji White on trim) is accented with touches of blue-green in the border tile and Roman shade. Frosted glass panels soften the doors to the commode, shower and closet. A pendant light fixture and sconces from Stonegate pair with mirrors from Pottery Barn.
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Clockwise from above: White porcelain sinks from Kohler blend with Silestone quartz countertops to create a near seamless appearance. Aqua sea glass Walker Zanger accent tile adds interest in the shower, while a rainfall showerhead and handheld nozzle provide plenty of luxury. A freestanding tub from Kohler is the centerpiece of the master bath. Drawing from the homeowner’s inspirational pictures, which showed colors reminiscent of the sea, the room is bordered in aqua sea glass tile. A chrome telephone-style fixture from Kohler adds to the classic appeal and includes a handheld nozzle for the bath.
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Kitchen & Bath Concepts, Little Rock
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Kitchen Tune-Up, Little Rock
Lindsey Binz, Little Rock
Meridith Hamilton, MLH Designs, Little Rock
New Century Counter Tops & Tile, Springdale
Red Chaise Designs, Conway
Susan Latta Design, Fayetteville
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KITCHEN DISTRIBUTORS, INC.
NAME: Kitchen Distributors, Inc. OWNER: Dave and Carol Albert, and daughter and son-in-law, Andi and Mike Stephens TRADEMARKS: In addition to specializing in the design and installation of custom/semi custom cabinetry, they are a Wood-Mode/Brookhaven Cabinet dealer. HISTORY: Founders Dave and Carol Albert began their careers as teachers. In 1970, they decided to leave the world of education, combine their talents for building and accounting, and open a cabinet shop. For many years, Dave manned the shop while Carol managed the office. In 1994, they brought on daughter and son-in-law, Andi and Mike Stephens. Kitchen Distributors now offers consulting services from experienced professional designers with more than 20 skilled cabinet craftsmen and installers. DESIGN ADVICE: The kitchen is more than the place where you prepare food. It’s where you do homework, watch television, work on crafts and where heart-felt conversations occur. Remember to ask yourself: Will it accommodate my entire family? Will it work if I’m left-handed? Will it be conducive to entertaining? Will it serve any other purposes? When building a home or remodeling a kitchen, it’s not just about how it looks. It’s about how you function in the kitchen every day, how you entertain, and how often you utilize the space.
Kitchen Distributors, Inc.
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A family-owned and operated business specializes in the design and installation of top-quality cabinetry
KITCHEN TUNE-UP
NAME: Kitchen Tune-Up OWNER: Charlie and Susan Johnson TRADEMARKS: Kitchen Tune-Up specializes in cabinet refacing and redooring, custom cabinets, and the restoration and reconditioning of stained wood cabinetry. They also provide countertops and backsplashes as well as accessory items to complete a new look for your home. HISTORY: Charlie and Susan are part of an award winning franchise system, which has achieved a top ranking in home improvement for more than 20 years, and the pair has been recognized three times as national customer service award winners. The franchise offers personalized service and incredible results. DESIGN ADVICE: An update to your kitchen or bath does not have to include demolition and displacement from your home for weeks. Kitchen Tune-Up offers several options, which require only a few days to complete, and they pride themselves on finishing jobs promptly, on budget and with minimum disruption to customers. By making the process a pleasurable experience for the homeowner, it is Kitchen Tune-Up’s goal to “Remodel your expectations.”
This thriving business promises a fresh look for your kitchen or bath minus the hassle
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LINDSEY BINZ HOME COMPANY
NAME: Lindsey Binz Home Company OWNER: Lindsey Binz TRADEMARKS: Through her full service interior design firm and real estate company, Lindsey assists clients in making informed decisions when purchasing, building and decorating their homes. She involves clients in the process so their homes reflect who they are, and her business is based on referrals as she strives for the comfort and happiness of her clients. HISTORY: Lindsey graduated from the University of Central Arkansas in 2001 with a bachelorís degree in interior design, and has specialized in residential and commercial design work in the Little Rock area for 10 years. Her projects range from redecorating a single room to drawing plans for kitchen remodels and new construction homes. Earning her real estate license in 2007 has allowed Lindsey to get to know her clients before finding their home, to assure the layout and design suit their needs. DESIGN ADVICE: A kitchen or bath remodel is an ideal way to update your home and assure a good return on your investment. Splurge on some of the things you want, from heated travertine floors to Carrera marble counter tops. Buy what you love with a focus on function, scale and balance. If you are unsure, hire a professional.
Lindsey Binz Home Company
An interior designer draws on her real estate expertise to create homes that are both stylish and functional
INSIDE EFFECTS
NAME: Inside Effects OWNER: Joe Knoedl TRADEMARKS: Father and son team, Joe Knoedl and Scott Knoedl, have 70 years combined experience under their belts. They have carved a highly respected name for themselves in the industry, earning referral business statewide as a one-stop shop and offering expertly customized, beyond-the-basic installation of everything from plumbing fixtures and kitchen cabinets to carpet, tile, granite, marble and more. A large in-house staff of skilled artisans, plus a keen attention to detail, gives Inside Effects the capacity to tackle elite residential and commercial projects of any size, recently including Little Rock’s Capital Hotel. Inside Effects’ offerings range from design services and fabrication with state-of-the-art equipment to installation, which means they can work from start to finish to give each client a personalized customer experience—while staying within budget. HISTORY: Scott grew up in the business, learning the trade from his father. Today, their teamwork at Inside Effects continues to uphold the esteemed Knoedl name, synonymous with superior work. DESIGN ADVICE: Stop by and visit with the Inside Effects design team, LeAnn Smoot and Leslie Tetrev, who will put you at ease with a consultation on the design of your next project and with a tour of options available in the extensive tile and slab showrooms.
Inside Effects
The Knoedl family business earns high marks for its in-house design team, tile and slab showrooms and turn-key work
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MLH DESIGNS, INC.
NAME: MLH Designs, Inc. OWNER: Meridith Hamilton, CKD, Allied ASID TRADEMARKS: Hamilton derives inspiration from her clients, developing a relationship with them to understand their personality, how they live with their family, how they interact with friends and how they want their home to function. With a deep love of architecture, she is also inspired by the architectural character of her clients’ homes; and whether the outcome is traditional or modern, Hamilton’s skill for creat-ing clean, uncluttered and art-fi lled spaces has made her a favorite among Arkansas’ elite designers. While specializing in kitchens and baths, Hamilton will take on any project, small or large. HISTORY: In 2003, Hamilton founded MLH Designs, Inc., a full-service interior design fi rm specializing in residential interiors and select corporate projects. Hamilton has received 19 ASID Design Awards, including 11 gold awards, with work featured in numerous local and national publications. She has participated in six Symphony Designer Houses, Build for the Cure 2004 and was design co-chair for Arkansas Arts Center’s Tabriz from 2005-2009. DESIGN ADVICE: Hamilton advises all homeowners considering a renovation to hire a professional. In the end, not hiring a pro will cost more due to the prob-lems that often arise from inexperience.MLH Designs, Inc.
www.mlh-designs.com
A renowned interior designer showcases a fl air for clean, uncluttered spaces in a variety of design styles
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Donations are raised through silent auction items. This event has benefi ted from the overwhelming support of Arkansans for the past 3 years and we have been blessed to have donated over $87,000.
A NIGHT OUT, FOR CHILDREN’S SAKEThursday, September 8, 2011 6-9pm Silent auction, hors d’ oeuvres & drinks(By invitation only. Contact Kitchen & Bath Concepts for an invitation.)
Kitchen & Bath Concepts9805 W. MarkhamLittle Rock, AR 72205
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DENIM TOPCousin Earl. Haus Werk, Little Rock
COLORED JEANSChili Pepper by M2F Brand Denims. Haus Werk, Little Rock
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NECKLACEThe Vintage Wolf. Monroe Boutique, Fayetteville
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JACKETSexy Modern Edgy Generation. Monroe Boutique, Fayetteville
LIPSTICKEstee Lauder in Red Velvet. Belk, Dillard’s, locations statewide
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FAYETTEVILLEDesigner Chris Goddard offers an itinerary for a weekend’s-worth of shopping, dining and relaxing
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In the fall, football season, cooler climes and colorful foliage beckon Arkansans to Fayetteville for a weekend
getaway. Since the city offers a myriad of choices for shopping and dining, At Home in Arkansas asked Chris
Goddard of Goddard Design Group to compile a design savvy itinerary of his favorite sources and sights.
DOWNTOWN SHOPPING AND DINING
Designer Goddard frequents shops on Dickson Street and the Fayetteville Downtown Square for unique finds
conveniently located in the city’s historic center. The day begins at FRENCH METRO ANTIQUES (200 W. Dickson
St., 479-587-0804, www.frenchmetro.com), a favorite source for direct-from-France imports of fine furnishings and
accessories. Be sure to check with French Metro for the fall workshop schedule, as Goddard conducts seasonal
classes on decorating with French art and antiques.
Head down the street a block to ROMANCE DIAMOND (248 W. Dickson St., 479-443-9289, blog.
romancediamond.com) to soak in the décor, which Goddard Design Group recently updated, and to shop for
elegant jewelry, including offerings from JB Star, Marco Bicego and Kwiat, and exceptional watches. Next, it’s on
to the chic shop and spa LUXE BEAUTY (608 W. Dickson St., 479-582-3800, http://luxearkansas.com) to shop for
scents (both personal and home fragrances) and relax with a massage or facial.
For a lunchtime break, Goddard recommends a few nearby favorites. Located a block away from the square and
below street level, HUGO’S (25 1/2 N. Block Ave., 479-521-7585, www.hugosfayetteville.com), renowned for its
crepes and burgers, has the feel of an urban hangout. Alongside the Frisco Trail bike path, TRAILSIDE CAFÉ & TEA ROOM (546 W. Center St., 479-966-4945, www.trailsidetea.com) offers fresh soups, salads and sandwiches, as well
as refreshing teas, in a relaxed setting.
Fayetteville’s historic Dickson Street
Designer Chris Goddard of Goddard Design Group
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After lunch, shopping continues downtown with a
visit to CORAZON in the One East Square Plaza
building (1 E. Center St., 479-587-9294, http://
corazonhome.org) for unique home furnishings with
a Latin flair. Goddard is a fan of the one-of-a-kind
glassware, suggesting a colorful bowl as a statement-
making look in a home interior. In the same building,
visit FAYETTEVILLE UNDERGROUND’S art galleries
and store (1 E. Center St., 479-387-1534, www.
fayettevilleunderground.com), a nonprofit visual art
collective featuring four galleries and more than a dozen
working artists’ studios that welcome visitors.
Next, Goddard suggests visiting two downtown home
design shops that appeal to his penchant for modern
design: the newly opened VINTAGE FOUNDATIONS
(121 W. South St., 479-521-2444), boasting a treasure-
trove of Mid-Century Modern finds; and LACUNA
MODERN INTERIORS (620 N. College Ave., 479-582-
3876, www.lacunamodern.com), featuring contemporary
international furnishings.
After a day on the design trail has worked up an
appetite, Goddard suggests dining at HJEM in the
One East Square Plaza building (1 E. Center St., 479-
966-4344, www.hjemrestaurant.com), a Scandinavian-
influenced restaurant he recommends for the calming
and crisp atmosphere as well as the delicious food;
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DON’T MISS BLOCK AVE. DÉCOR
FAVORITES: FRENCH QUARTERS
(11 N. Block Ave., 479-443-3355, blog.french-quarters.com) for antiques, accessories, books and
more in a charming setting.
RIFFR AFF (19 S. Block Ave., 479-571-4000,
www.shopriffraff.blogspot.com) for colorfuland creative home furnishings,
including hand-painted furniture and local art.
French Quarters
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or 1936 CLUB (300 W. Dickson St., 479-442-9682,
www.36clubfayetteville.com), his favorite place to join
friends for a dinner out, enjoying the ever-changing menu
and vintage, eclectic décor.
FURTHER AFIELD Round out your weekend and wind your way around the
city with a few more At Home in Arkansas design-oriented
favorites.
Housed in a charming historic home, SARA KATHRYN’S, LTD. (600 N. Mission Blvd., 479-444-9991) features fine gifts,
luxury linens and tabletop wares, including items from Pine
Cone Hill, Bella Notte Linens, Dash & Albert Rug Company
and April Cornell.
Venturing eastward, discover THE HOUSE SPECIAL INTERIORS AND RED HILL GALLERY AND HOMEWARES
(479-527-6464, www.thehousespecialinteriors.com) in the
shopping plaza at the northwest corner of Mission Boulevard
and Crossover Road. The duo of shops, housed in one locale,
offers new and vintage home furnishings and accessories,
creative wares, gifts and more.
At THE PARTY HOUSE OF NWA (577 E. Millsap Rd., Ste. 4,
479-443-3800, www.partyhouseofnwa.com), find home décor
mixed with a wide array of party supplies, unique gifts and
kids’ wares.
Nearby, BELLA JACK’S CHILDREN’S BOUTIQUE (3660
Front St., 479-444-8767, bellajacks.blogspot.com) brings
couture to kids with cute clothing, shoes and accessories,
plus fun furnishings and toys to boot.
Heading north, INTERIOR FABRICS & DESIGN (4155 N.
Steele Blvd., 479-444-0222) offers eye-catching fabrics and
showcases readymade draperies in a wide range of colors and
styles.
A recent addition to the Northwest Arkansas antiques
scene, the shop EXCLUSIVE ANTIQUES (2305 S. Thompson
St., Springdale, 479-361-8772) is a treasure-trove of unique
finds.
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At Home with Lee RichardsonOCCUPATION: Executive chef and food/
beverage director for the Capital Hotel.
BEST KNOWN FOR: Bringing what I
call New Americana cuisine to Ashley’s
restaurant in the Capital Hotel.
It’s a style of cooking that involves
creating dishes with local and seasonal
ingredients, a strong adherence to
cultural traditions and a very intense
degree of handcrafting. This summer, I
received the 2011 People’s Choice award
as a best new chef in the Midwest from
Food & Wine magazine.
LIVES IN: A mid -1940s post-war
bungalow in Little Rock’s Cammack
Village with my wife, Martha, our
five-year-old daughter, Fiona, and our
Rhodesian Ridgeback dog.
MY FAVORITE PART OF MY HOUSE IS:
My dining room table, for the quality of
family time spent there. Martha does the
cooking at home, and it’s where I can
unwind, relax and have uninterrupted
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time with my family.
I’M MOST AT HOME: When we’re
spending time with friends. When
I first visited Little Rock five years
ago, I knew nothing about the city.
I was greeted with an unmistakable
sense of neighborliness that I’ve
felt ever since.
