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H O U S T O N
THE COMPLETE RESOURCE MAGAZINE FOR YOUR HOME | November 2013
HolidaysHolidaysAt HomeAt Home
New Build in the Heights • Entertaining Tips • Holiday DNew Build in the Heights • Entertaining Tips • Holiday Décor • Events & Festivalscor • Events & Festivals
Southland Homes CreatesSouthland Homes CreatesStunning Heights Remodel Stunning Heights Remodel
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Fresh Ideas for Entertaining
Waste Not, Want NotKitchen Space Designer and Toffee maker Susan Schneider
New Heights BungalowInterior Designer Laura Umansky helped a couple turn their cityhome into a dinner party destination.
Guide to Selecting Holiday Trees
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Southland Homes was
selected by a modernist
client to renovate a 100-
plus year-old home in a his-
toric district. The exterior
blends seamlessly with the
neighborhood while the
interior is a modern design
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78Editor’s Note
Calendar
Tastemaker: Melinda Marye-Kelley
Before & After: Traditional holiday home
Project: Decorating for the holidays
Editor’s Picks: Fab finds
Pet of the Month: Sterling
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It’s not even Thanksgiving yet,and we’re already thinking aboutthe holidays around here.
Hard to believe . . . . But, yes,you’ll find this issue chock full ofideas — from gifts to entertainingand holiday decorating.
We try to stay a step ahead, whichwe hope benefits both our advertis-ers and readers.
Our advertisers, may I offer, allowus to place this publication on news-stands at no cost to you.
So as a thank you to them, pleaseconsider visiting their stores whenyou shop!
“Buying local” affords us all somany benefits. It means employmentopportunities for many — andremember the sales taxes go to fundour schools, parks and recreationalfacilities, in addition to covering roadand signage expenses.
Houston gives us such greatoptions. When you’re out and possi-bly looking for books, either foryourself or to give as a gift, I’d liketo pass along these three to consider: Giada de Laurentiis will be signingher book, Giada’s Feel Good Food, atthe Williams Sonoma store inHighland Village on Nov. 12. Seeour Calendar listing for more info.
All the Best blogger Ronda RiceCarman recently stepped into CarlMoore Antiques’ shop on Bissonnetto sign her first-ever title, called Designers at Home. She gives
us a peek into the homes of 50designers. One of whom is Texasdesigner Jan Showers.
In fact, Showers will be at CarlMoore on Nov. 12 from 10 a.m. tonoon to sign her book, GlamorousRetreats. In Carman’s book, sheshares some personal insights aboutthe holidays and entertaining —apropos to this issue and the relatedarticle within.
“Thanksgiving is my favorite holi-day,” says Showers, who enjoys hav-ing her family gather at her table inDallas. When entertaining, she prefers limiting dinner guests toeight. And she tries to do as much inadvance of the party as possible. “Arelaxed hostess and simply preparedfoods will always be a hit.
“Never underestimate prettystemware and a beautifully set table,”she adds.
Happy shopping!
Happy Thanksgiving,
Susan (and Sam)
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PUBLISHER ........................Mike Harrison, Ph.D.
ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER ........Susie Reisenbigler
EDITOR ..............................................Susan Fox
CONTRIBUTING WRITERS................Anne Breux,
..........................Holly Beretto, Marsha Canright,
......................Joetta Moulden, Lindsay Canright
CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS ...... Ben Hill,
.............................. Janet Lenzen, Joseph West
ART DIRECTOR ............................Robert Coplin
CREATIVE SERVICES DIRECTOR......Tim Beeson
SR. ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE ........Frances Dowling
ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES ..................Tina LaPlaca
..................Susan Mahmood, Melissa McGinnis
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Southland Homes Helps Save HistoricProperty, Giving it New Life BY MARSHA CANRIGHT
The handsome gray cottage at 1005 Oxford Street is a Cinderella story frombeginning to happy ending.
It is the winner of the Houston Heights Community Improvement Award forResidential Renovation and will be featured on the Heights Historic HomesTour in April 2014.
The cottage was an unlikely candidate for celebrity when Colin Shelton, presi-dent of Southland Homes, had his first look at it almost two years ago.
Built in 1896 for a German immigrant family, the small house had fallenfrom an earlier graceful state into ragged disrepair.
Shelton couldn’t quite visualize the award-winning home that wouldsoon unfold.
“I was surprised it was still standing,” he says. The Houston builder had renovated dozens of historic homes in three
Houston historic districts, including the Heights and River Oaks, but this housewas in the worst condition he had ever witnessed.
Details of a classic cottage – the broad-balanced windows and lofty 10-footceilings – were marginally visible. Years of neglect and vacancy, termites and fires,and do-it-yourself construction had taken a heavy toll on the 1,100 square footproperty.
Homeowner Bobbie Knox Echard purchased the house in December 2010after a two-year search that included viewing more than 200 properties.
She knew she wanted to settle in the Heights, and when she found the cot-tage, dilapidated but with a certain charm, she knew she was home at last.Echard moved into her fully renovated home last November.
“Bobbie Echard is dedicated. She knew what she wanted. She had a visionand a plan, and she assembled a team who could do the job,” Shelton says.
With Echard at the helm, the team included designer Colby Weems ofC Weems Designs, Troy Campa of NewberryCampa Architects, and
Shelton’s Southland Homes.“Not many people can say they love their builder when the project is com-
plete – but I truly can,” adds Echard “Southland’s entire construction team was patient, fully engaged, sensitive to
my budget, committed to quality, and the end product is beautiful,” she says. The house actually came in about 5 percent under budget.For Shelton, the house was a fun project but also complex and challenging.“We kept the shell of the house, and we replaced the walls, floors and interi-
ors – always with appropriate materials for the period and in the original style,”says Shelton.
The foundation was rebuilt from the inside out.The house doubled in size to 2,200 square feet and is comprised of three
bedrooms, two baths, and a garage apartment. The plan is so seamless it’s hardto tell the addition, says Shelton.
Since its completion the project has gleaned several awards. In addition tothe Heights renovation honors, the cottage kitchen has received a Prism awardfrom the Greater Houston Builder’s Association, and a Star award from theTexas Association of Builders.
Historic property renovations are more complex than new construction andalways have special needs, explains Shelton.
There is the important and often time-consuming work with historic dis-trict boards that govern and protect the historical significance and ambienceof the neighborhoods. Part of his job involves walking the homeownerthrough these procedures.
In past projects, Shelton has commissioned craftsmen to rebuild antiquewindows and to custom cut molding to match original fittings. In thishouse everything had to be symmetrical, lined up perfectly, which was notan easy task.
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Southland Homes and client chose for the flooring 2 1/4-inch red oak planks in Sherwin Williams’ ranch oak stain. The fireplace surround is 12x24 cinder vein cut tile.
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ABOVE: The kitchen is part of the open floor plan. The countertops are honed Carrera marble; the backsplash is Ann Sacks; heath-white ceramic. All cabinetry is custom built.BELOW LEFT: The central hallway (seen here from the front door) connects the entire house and acts as an art gallery. BELOW RIGHT: The master bath flooring is grey BXLSimported from Italy.
“We do quite a bit of work in the historicdistricts; it’s probably 60 percent of our case-load,” according to Shelton.
“Renovations are a part of our businessthat also includes new home construction.Shelton has been a builder for nine years,and started Southland Homes in 2007.
“This house turned out to be a beauty;it’s truly unique. The exterior is tradi-tional but the interior is contemporaryand is exactly what the homeownerwanted,” he says.
“When you save an old house, and youadd all the modern comforts, there’s some-thing about it that is rewarding. It’s a goodfeeling to be able to bring it back to what itshould be.”
Customer service is key to Southland’sbusiness, Shelton said, and customers likeEchard agree.
“When we finish a job, we’re proud ofit. We care about details and the quality.And, we build lasting relationships withour customers.”
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N O V E M B E R 2 0 1 3 A R T S • E V E N T S • M A R K E T S • W O R K S H O P S
Book SigningsOne of Texas' most recog-nized interior designers, JanShowers, stops in at CarlMoore Antiques onNovember 12, to sign hernewest book, GlamoursRetreats. She will be at theshop at 1610 Bissonnet from10 a.m. to noon. More infor-mation: 713-524-2502 orwww.carlmooreantiques.com
Also at Carl Moore Antiques. . . Author Judith Millersigns her book, AntiquesEncyclopedia and Antiques Handbook & Price Guide on November14, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at 1610 Bissonnet St. Info: 713-524-2502
Food Network's Giada De Laurentiis – star of “Everyday Italian”and “Giada at Home” – is at the Williams-Sonoma HighlandVillage store at 4060 Westheimer on November 12 at 6 p.m. Callthe store to reserve a book. Space is limited to the first 400 ticketedcustomers. Books go on sale November 5. Info: 713-212-0346
Festivals & Events(See more on pages 64-70)Houston Fine Arts Festivalpremieres at Discovery GreenPark, November 2 & 3.Saturday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. andSunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.Admission is free. Info:www.paragonartevents.com/houston or call 631-421-1590
Farm Fest 2013 showcases vol-unteer-built, self-sufficiencyprojects at Last OrganicOutpost's Emile StreetCommunity Research Farm.Come tour the aquaponics, rainwater catchments, beehives, wormranches, a cob oven, compost tea brewer and more. Food trucks,music, and arts and crafts. November 3, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.Admission: donation. Info: www.lastorganicoutpost.com
The 11th annual Junior League Holiday Market takes place atThe Woodlands Waterway Marriott, November 15-17. Themarket features more than 100 merchants selling specialty holi-day items, home accessories, clothing, gourmet foods, jewelryand more. Tickets: $12 Shopping hours: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. onFriday, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Info: www.jlholidaymarket.org
Magpies and Peacocks partners with Houston Petset, a non-profit organization dedicated to helping orphaned animals, onNovember 19, by hosting a sale at Muse boutique at 2411 W.Alabama, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Items for sale include a newline of dog collars and cat cuffs, in addition to repurposed luxu-ry goods – for humans. Info: www.houstonpetset.org
On Thanksgiving night, November 28, Post Oak Blvd. trans-forms into a holiday event: the “28th Annual UptownHouston Holiday Lighting Celebration.” Festivities begin at4 p.m. with music and concessions. Free. Entertainment, foodtrucks, decorations, Santa and fireworks (7 p.m.). A percentageof concession sales benefits “Be An Angel,” and the HoustonArea Urban League. Info: www.uptown-houston.com
The French American Chamber of Commerce’s 30th annual“Soiree Beaujolais” on November 21 at the JW MarriottHouston, 5150 Westheimer, from 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Info:www.facchouston.org
Theta Charity Antiques Show November 21-24 at George RBrown Convention Center. Featuring Bunny Williams, CelerieKimble, Alexa Hampton and others. Info: www.thetacharityantiquesshow.com
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Interior designer and author, Jan Showers. The Houston Heights Holiday Home Tour, Dec. 6 and 7.
Heiko Weiner’s wood vase with turquoisecan be seen during the Hosuton FineArts Festival at Discover Green.
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MainStreet America continues its tradi-tion this year: Christmas onMainStreet. November 29 toDecember 21, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.Enjoy a celebration of lights, soundsand tastes of the holiday season whenstrolling throughout 12 beautifullydecorated showcase homes. FridayDate Nights offer cooking demonstra-tions, design seminars, seasonal bever-age tastings and more. Saturday familynights are geared to children, withrides on MainStreet Express and inter-acting with holiday characters.Admission for 16 and over: $15.Children 4-15 years, $5 and thoseyounger, free. Info: 281-825-4429 orwww.mainstreetamerica.com
The Houston Design Center, 7026Old Katy Rd, hosts its sixth annual“Deck the Tables” kick-off party onDec. 4, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Variousshowrooms spotlight spectacular holi-day table top designs. Author and stylist Annette Joseph will be onhand to discuss and sign her book, Picture Perfect Parties. Moreinformation: www.thehoustondesigncenter.com
Five Heights neighbors open their homes December 6 (6 p.m. to9:30 p.m.) and December 7 (3 p.m. to 9 p.m.). The HolidayHome Tour, hosted by the Houston Heights Association, includesa seasonal crafts market at 107 W. 12th. Tickets sold by variousneighborhood merchants and online: www.houstonheights.org
The Blue Triangle Garden Club hosts its annual “Christmas Tourof Homes – Yuletide Elegance,” on December 8, from 1p.m. to 5p.m. Three beautiful homes will be open for viewing.Complimentary trolley pickup at 5751 Blythewood at Old SpanishTrail. Tickets: $10 and can be purchased at any of the homes: 3502S. MacGregor Way, 4327 N. MacGregor Way and 4327 N.Roseneath Drive. More information: 713-898-8258
German Christmas Market “Weihnachtsmarket Texas Style” hap-pens in Old Town Tomball, near the old train depot at 201 S. Elm.December 11 & 12. On Saturday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. On Sunday,10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Free admission and no parking fees. Enjoy music,street vendors and food vendors, a petting zoo, the traditionalDutch Santa Elf, live Christmas tree and the Royal Bavarian Guard.
In GalvestonThe Galveston Historical Foundation announces three demon-strations this month: “Interior Luster: How to ProperlyClean & Treat Your Historic Woods” (November 9),“Interior Design for Historic Homes” (November 16) and“Getting Creative with Architectural Salvage” (November
23 & 30). Courses are $12 per person or $10 for GHF mem-bers. Info on places and times: call 409-765-3409 or visitwww.galvestonhistory.org
Moody Gardens’ “12th Annual Festival of Lights” opens onNovember 16 at 6 p.m. Enjoy more than 1 million lights with-in 100 sound-enhanced animated light displays and nightlyentertainment. Also skate around the area's only outdoor skat-ing rink. Try out the new Arctic slide and visit Santa, too.Thursday to Saturday: November to December 7. Nightly:December 12 to January 4. Info: www.moodygardens.org
The East End Historical District hosts “A VictorianChristmas,” on November 30, from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Fourhomes will be decorated for the holidays and open for publictouring. Tickets cost $15 and are available at The GrandOpera House. Info.: www.eastendhistoricaldistrict.org
Galveston's oldest residence, the 1838 Michael B. MenardHouse at 1605 33rdt St. will open its doors on December 14& 15, for a rare holiday event at Galveston HistoricalFoundation's holidays teas. Seats are limited to 24 people perseating. Seating times: noon and 4 p.m. each day. Tickets cost$50 for adults, and $15 for students. In addition to the teaservice and treats,the program features some of the museum'scollection pieces. Info.: www.galvestonhistory.org
ExhibitsThe Red & White Gallery at 102 Main St. in Fayetteville hosts PatJohnson, a clay artist, on November 9, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.Info: www.redandwhitegallery.com
The 28th Annual Uptown Houston Holiday Lighting Celebration kicks off on Thanksgiving evening at 4 p.m.
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T A S T E M A K E R
Decoupage DesignAn interview with Melinda Marye-KelleyHow did your decoupage empire begin? I believe that all of the work experiences in my life helped to guideme on this decoupage path. I was the Assistant to the ExecutiveDirector at the Ronald McDonald House. My boss was an incrediblementor and taught me a great deal about running a business office. Ilearned the day-to-day nuts and bolts of operations, accounting, andworking with board members and volunteers. I met my husband,Bill, in 1990, when he was living on Block Island, Rhode Island. Hemade furniture and birdhouses — and I painted them. We sold themon the island that summer. I soon became fascinated with decoupage.I remember going out and buying some clear glass plates and askingmy mom for magazines that I could cut up to use to make the plates.An issue of Colonial Homes had an article called “Papered Plates.” It
was a feature on Federal-inspired decoupage plates. In that onemoment, I felt like I found my way.
Do you have an educational background in art? What is your busi-ness/educational background? Growing up I always loved arts and crafts and actually did quite abit of decoupage. I studied Fashion Merchandising at TheUniversity of Texas and enjoyed the applied art classes. When Ifirst started the business, I did take some classes at HCC . . .sculpture, ceramics and welding.
What was the first year or two like in business for you?The first year or two it was just me — decoupaging and selling mygoods. I spent four or five months selling on Block Island in thesummer. My then future husband Bill begin to join in the fun andhelp with production during the summer.
Wastepaper baskets for every day or seasonal.
Custom tissue boxes and letter boxes are among favorites.
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What have you learned and can sharewith others? For us the key to building our businesshas been loyal relationships and hardwork. Relationships with our employ-ees, our customers, and our vendorshave been instrumental in our business.
What were your first products? And howdid you sell them initially?The first items I made were actuallybrightly painted fish wooden magnetsthat I sold at Surroundings. Then thatfall I started making decoupage plates.I gave them as gift to friends and theyordered some to give as gifts. Next Imet with buyers and sold toSurrounding, Bering's and DesignDesign.
You have been such a mainstay at theNutcracker Market; how did that beginfor you? And why do you return?Our first Nutcracker Market was 1993.I sold items there through DesignDesign in 1991 & 1992 and did verywell. So the next step was to applymyself. I was so excited when we got in.We started with just a 10x10 booth,now we have grown to a 40-foot booth.
What’s ahead for Marye-Kelley?Very soon we hope to move to 1740Westheimer, next to the Empire Café.We are hoping that having frontage onWestheimer.
How many employees do you have? Andwhere are the items you sell made?We have seven full time employees andsix part time employees. My husbandand I also work full time in the business.Our production team has been with ussince 2006. They are extremely loyaland dedicated. All items are handmaderight here at 2515 Morse St.
Do you actually do any of the designs ordecoupage work?I create almost all of the designs. Rightnow we have such an incredible team inthe art department that I am able todelegate more for new designs that Ithen help fine-tune. We all work welltogether as a team to come up withideas and solutions. The only actualdecoupaging that I do now is one-of-a-kind creations for custom orders.Inspiration is everywhere: maps, art,clothes, photographs, books,travel,cooking, color, dreams . . . .
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On the personal side...
Is your family involved in the business?We are very much a mom and popbusiness. We have three children (twoboys and a girl).
What do you like to read?I used to be a voracious reader.However, for the past few years anyextra time is spent reading with ourkids, homework or a cookbook. I amconstantly working on our Web site.
Where are you originally from?I was born and raised here inHouston, as were my parents.
What can you not live without?This is the easiest question- my family.
What do you like to do in your timeoutside of work? Spend time with myfamily. I love to cook and we allenjoy having the whole family overfor dinner.
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In the summer of 2010, Marc and Cathi Cross moved toHouston from Towanda, Kansas, a small town near Wichita andbought a ranch house. The move prompted them to get rid ofmany old furniture pieces due to age, style and the decision tobuy new upon settling in Houston. They did not have any majorfurnishings but knew what they liked: modern, simple pieces thatevoked some warmth. The couple had seen my column in
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AFTER: Using my measurements to ensure correct proportion, the couple shopped for an 8x10 Franklin area rug and Norton kilim pillows at Pottery Barn, coffee table storage andround tables at Target, leather sofa and two upholstered chairs at Star Furniture. The bronze floor lamps came from CalLighting.com. Cathi’s grandfather made the sofa end table inthe ‘30s. The bookcases were custom built by Jose Torres. Cathi strung the live tree's popcorn garland. BEFORE: A lack of furniture, rug, lighting and bookcases was prevent-ing this room from being “finished.”
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different than we were used to. Due to the change instyles of the two houses we did not know where to begin,so we called you,” Cathi explains.
She recalls there being a definite meeting of the mindsthat first day, although Cathi thought a couple of sugges-tions just would not work. Marc encouraged her to goalong with my ideas since they had hired me for myexpertise and should trust the advice.
“ I was reluctant,” says Cathi. “Long story short it wasthe best possible decision—I am so glad I listened to you!”
The visit went longer than she thought it would.“Again, in hindsight, I suppose those conversations reallyhelped you to understand what we envisioned for our-
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selves and allowed you to think through thesolutions you offered. I can’t argue withsuccess,” she says.
Another problem Cathi had was visualiz-ing the dining room with its buffet tableand side chairs. But I listened and appliedyour suggestions and the rooms work beau-tifully,” she adds. Family and friends haveall provided positive comments.
The couple loved the ideas for the holi-day decorations. “Our tree is always a livetree, traditionally strung with popcorn gar-lands,” Cathi says. She particularly enjoyedthe simple, easy ideas for the table tops thatI took the time to showcase in their homefor the holidays.
“Your measurements and recommenda-tions on where to find fabrics, simple chairsand rugs were a God-send since we werenew to Houston,” she explains.
“This allowed us to choose what weliked while staying in the parameters ofyour overall design of the rooms. We areso glad we hired help! It would have beenvery frustrating—and not nearly as success-ful, if we had not hired a professional,”Cathi says.
As a minister’s daughter, traditions rundeep. Her parents had an annual OpenHouse for their congregation, and shewatched her Mom bake thousands of cook-ies in preparation.
One of her earliest memories was string-ing popcorn for their family’s Christmastree. “We did it faithfully every year, and Iremember it being a long, arduous chore.
When Thanksgiving winds down, I lookforward to the evenings when I sit andstring popcorn. It brings back fond memo-ries of holidays as a child-- and my own treewould not look right without the popcorngarlands!” Cathi explains.
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BY LINDSAY CANRIGHT
There’s a not-so-distant jingle signaling the season for presents and parties, and cus-toms and cranberry sauce. But a tradition-packed holiday doesn’t have to mean sameol’ decor.
Break with the built-in color palette of red and green and go glam — starting withthe invitations, which set the mood for any festivity.
“We’re seeing a lot of glitter,” says Katie Hackedorn, owner of Katie & Co, a full-service invitation and stationery store in the Heights. “You always see red and green,but we’re also seeing a lot of red and turquoise, which has a wintery feel.”
Checkerboard, Designer’s Fine Press, and Lallie all offer holiday options with texture.
“Letterpress, die cut, and laser-cut pieces are popular and very pretty,” Hackedorn says.
An interesting and eye-catching tablescape will infuse your party with holiday cheer.“I like the decor to be abstract and playful — to take it out over the edge,” says
Kelly Gale Amen, an interior designer and art furniture designer. “Not everything hasto be uniform.”
Before you commit to spending the big bucks on a set of holiday dishes, considerusing what you already have in your china cabinet.
“Not everything has to say Christmas or Hanukkah all over it,” says ChristinaLandrum, a native Houstonian and the mastermind behind Pomp & CircumstanceEvent Design. “You can use your china, your flatware, your glassware and give thetable a holiday touch with decor.”
Landrum uses metallics to make holiday tablescapes shine.“Anything gold or silver — and the more glitter the better!” she adds.For dinnerware, Amen favors geometric prints, which make place settings pop and
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“Most dishware is circular and geometric print is angular. It’s a greatjuxtaposition,” he explains.
Flowers bring a freshness to the table, but they are no longer theonly option for centerpieces.
“For centerpieces, I love branches,” says Landrum. “For an upcom-ing winter wonderland party, we’re using glittery trees.”
If you’re not planning on outsourcing the centerpiece duties to alocal pro, go easy on yourself.
“For a round table, I love to do a mirrored centerpiece with smallflowers at each place setting,” Amen says. “Low centerpieces make it so you can really converse.”
At the end of the meal, give your guests a memorable send-off with a thoughtful take-away.
“Everybody likes to receive a little gift, such as a sweet treat in a pretty package,” says Hackedorn. If a guest has a known food allergy or a dietary restriction, find a suitable substitute — or go a differentroute. Share your favorite candle find, for example.
“A lot of hosts will give out dessert favors, so that guests have something sweet when they’re leaving,” Hackedorn adds. “Try aminiature pumpkin bread or muffin in a cute cellophane bag or a cupcake box.” Again, be thoughtful enough to plan on adding sugar-free items or perhaps dried fruit and nuts to the selection — for thosewith dietary restrictions.
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6 TIPS FOR PLANNING A HOLIDAY PARTY1. Start early. People tend to wait until after Halloween, but the summertime is a good time to dive into the holiday planning.(Christina Landrum)
2. Send a paper invitation. Around the holidays, it’s nice to seesomething a little more special than junk mail. (Katie Hackedorn)
3. Get inspired. Find one main thing that inspires you and work from there. (Christina Landrum)
4. Plan your table in advance, so everything works together. Abeautiful table is like a beautiful lady. She has the necklace, braceletand earrings — and it all works together. (Kelly Amen)
5. Obey the mathematics of comfort. Thirty inches is ideal for each place setting. Nobody wants to be elbow-to-elbow. (ChristinaLandrum)
6. Hire a planner to help coordinate for the day-of. Find a way to bea host, instead of the one running everything. (Christina Landrum)
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Candles. Garlands. Table toppers. Interesting upholstery. It doesn’t take a lot to
dress up your home for its holiday best. Sometimes, as many Houston designers
and decorators have discovered, it’s the small things that stand out.
“I noticed a trend in the natural look for Christmas this year,” says Kathy
Stratton of C&D Hardware. “You can take some wood Santas, Nutcrackers and
reindeer, then add a bit of fresh or artificial greenery and some snow to capture an
updated look. Burlap is also a hot look right now and mixes very well with tradi-
tional Christmas colors.”
At C&D, you’ll find large rolls of burlap that you can use to make inexpensive
custom table runners or monogrammed placemats.
Steven Joseph in Events gifts department echoes the sentiments about table run-
ners, and recommends using them as a backdrop for every holiday this season.
“Put some beautiful tapers in a candle ring and group them together on a table
runner or on the coffee table,” he suggests. “Or make your platters and serving-
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stand out on your
table.”
If you want to see
ideas in action, drop by
the Houston Design
Center for the 6th
annual The Holiday
Tabletop Tour and
Showroom Open
House on Dec. 3 – 7.
Group tours are avail-
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“Look for great inspi-
ration on exquisite holi-
day décor from
Baccarat, Bernardaud,
Christolfe, Lalique and
some of Houston’s
finest designers, includ-
ing Connie LeFevre,
Julie Dodson, Teri Pugh
and Regina Gust,” says
Sheri Roane, marketing
director for the
Houston Design
Center. Each display is
eligible for awards in a
number of categories.
Winners will be
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And while you’re
decking the halls,
Stratton says don’t for-
get the walls.
“One of my favorite
holiday decorations is
hung on the wall. We
have Santas or church
scenes are accented with
twinkling lights. The
lights mimic falling
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windows and are bat-
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Enter the neatest kitchen in the world and, still, most people fidget with the notionof others opening their kitchen cabinets, drawers and pantries. But not so withSusan Schneider. She encourages it.
You see, Schneider — a Texas-registered interior designer specializing in kitchenspace — is a pro when it comes to organization, and she’s a keen-eyed sleuth whenit comes to finding extra storage space — in the kitchen, in unsuspecting places.
For example, in her own kitchen flatware drawer, Schneider had it fitted withtwo levels as opposed to the usual one. So, open her drawer and there are two levelsof neatly placed spoons, forks and knives. The top-level drawer slides back when thebottom drawer is fully extended.
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At the side of her cooktop is a dual-sided spice rackthat slides out when needed.
Every nook and cranny is used. One set of drawersmoves forward and out to get to the others in back.
Schneider lowers the sides of the pan drawers toensure easy retrieval.
Interior designer to kitchen expert -- and candy maker: Susan Schneider
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She also omitted the space divider in her upper cabinet. It iseasier to retrieve and return the long serving dishes stored there.
Rather than do the A to Z work needed to create the dreamhomes clients want, she works with other interior designers. Theyhire her for very specific skills: to blueprint the organizational andstorage space desired in a kitchen.
Her own kitchen became her work lab when she remodeled italmost 14 years ago. Many of the storage solutions she came upwith then continue to please clients today.
“It was an all-white kitchen with quality wood cabinets. Thepeople who did it, did a nice job. The layout didn’t quite work forme, though,”she says of her old space.
“I wore both the designer and client hats,” she says about herown remodel, which involved gutting the entire kitchen space. She
began asking herself the same types of questions she poses to clients. For example, she might ask them what they cook and what type
of preparation occurs? Is there more than one cook? Is an office areaneeded, or how about a spot for quick lunches and conversation?
“I know how I cook, and I know where things need to be,” shesays. If she wants to bake, for example, she prefers keeping themixer and all related utensils and bowls in one designated area inthe kitchen. Such mini work stations improve space and time effi-ciencies.
In addition to needing a very organized space that suited herbusy family’s lifestyle, she says durable yet classic materials receivedtop consideration as did lighting. She chose absolute black granitefor the countertops, sleek wood cabinets — more befitting to hermore modern home decor -- and white hard-working melamineinteriors for the maple drawer boxes.
She added recessed halogen lights — both low and high voltage— and selected easy-to-clean 14-inch porcelain tiles for the floor.New, high-end appliances were a must for this venerable cook.
To give her more countertop space, Schneider had a pull-uptable for the mixer built. It is all hidden from plain view — behinda lower cabinet door.
She also added a pennisula that serves as both a work space andeating bar.
“If I have one spatula, I have eight,” she says with a smile. “Iwanted them to all be together, which allows helpers to easily findor put away items. I like a clean look.”
Schneider says her kitchen fits the style of the house andcontinues to look and serve well. It’s all about planning . . . .
Schneider positioned her “fold out” pantry on the other side of thepeninsula, which serves as a work area and eating bar.
Mini work stations prove efficient. Here she has her various ovens(microwave, warming and double wall) in one area.
Absolutely everything has its own place in Schneider’s Braeswoodkitchen.
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Susan’s ToffeeA Holiday Favorite!Susan Schneider’s kitchen iswhere it all began!
After learning how to make it,the oft-described “wow!” chocolatepecan toffee became Schneider’s“go-to”dessert that she’d take toparties.
Soon, friends and family wanted to buy the candy from her.The rest is history.
It is now available to all.Described by most as having
a delectable taste and texture,Susan sells it through theSchneider Kitchens Toffee website:www.schneiderkitchenstoffee.com.
The holiday season is whenbusiness really picks up,so allow for a week or two fororders. The packaging -- with handmade paper flower bows fromPaper Floral Artistry by Balushka --is as sweet as the candy itself.She also packages it all up in custom containers or festive redboxes adorned with simple ribbons.
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Schneider Kitchens Toffee comes ready to eat in an assortment of pretty packaging. A gift idea?
Double-decker flatware drawers give Schneider plenty of room to storeall utensils in one place.
SCHNEIDER KITCHENS TOFFEE CHIP COOKIES
Preheat oven to convection 350° (bake 375°)
Combine flour, baking soda, salt and coffee in a bowl. Whisk to mix.
In Kitchen Aid mixer, beat butter. Add white sugar and brown sugar untilcreamy. Add vanilla and beat. Add eggs one at a time, beating wellafter each addition.
Gradually add in flour mixture.
Stir in toffee and chocolate chips. Chill dough 30-60 minutes orovernight to firm. ** see note below
Bake on parchment lined cookie sheets 9-11 minutes or until goldenbrown. Remove them when they are still soft in the center. Cool onbaking sheets for 2 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool completely.
** Note: Use a 1 5/8-inch (1 1/2 TBS) ice cream scoop to shape cookies andfreeze them unbaked. In the mood for just a cookie or two, pop what you wantfrom the freezer to preheated oven for a yummy treat.
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• Housewares Find Ann Swan’s porcelain china in a variety of botan-ically accurate designs and Jan Barboglio's hand-etched glass gobletsset in hand-forged metal holders. Then there’s the new “TroutUnlimited” collection of pottery tableware by Richard Branble and
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• Art & AccessoriesHandmade crossesby area artisans (“We try to support our Texas artists,”Welch says), cowhidepurses with turquoise
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• FFoorr tthhee KKiiddss They’ll love the hand-painted wooden box adventcalendars with decorative door handles and deep-set windows forplacement of celebratory items. And don’t forget to take homean “Elf on a Shelf” kit.
Attend any of The Arbor Gate’s classes this season, includingthe CChhrriissttmmaass OOppeenn HHoouussee, Dec. 7 from 4-7 p.m.
And, of course, The Arbor Gate is the place to go for plantsand all your gardening needs. “We have those plants that are easyto grow, but hard to find,” says Welch.
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Above, right and below: In The ArborGate Too! gift shop, the innovative staffhas created a “Gingerbread Wonderland,”with realistic resin gingerbread housesdecorated from top to bottom and on allsides, bottle-brush trees and darling dollcharacters set about — including thenursery’s own “Elf on a Shelf,” Basil (attop). “Gingerbread houses are such traditional decor for the holidays,” saysBeverly Welch, Arbor Gate owner.“They’re a great way to add that warmholiday feeling.” All items are for sale,with the houses starting at $70.
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Menefree says their first team pick was the archi-tect. Antonio Flamenco at INsite Architecturedesigned their second home on Lake Conroe sevenyears ago. Crediting him with knowing what theyliked and how to make their city home “different,”they were not disappointed with his presentation.
INsite also understood the sensitivities and restric-tions of the designated historical district whereMenefree and Johnson planned to build. The firm’sunderstanding of how to build new in an olderneighborhood proved important, since the HoustonArcheological and Historical Commission had toapprove the plans before construction could begin.
The plans then were submitted to three buildersfor bids. Gabriel Home Builders won their confi-dence. Menefree and Johnson liked that the compa-ny had previously built in the Heights, and they feltcomfortable knowing the builders have their officein the neighborhood.
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The interior departs from the traditional bungalow floor-plan. Its openness suits the homeowners’ active lifestyle-- entertaining friends and family. Interior DesignerLaura Umansky set out to furnish the home comfortablyand for easy living.
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“In a custom build situation, clear communication about thebudget and transparency on the costs during the building processis critical,” says Menefree. “You’ve got to have a team you cantrust implicitly.”
The final member of their team — referred to them by JeannineNuzzi, owner of Gabriel Home Builders — was Laura Umansky,
Quincy, a long-haired dachshund, perches on the sofatop, ready to mingle and party with guests. The uphol-stered console with decorative nailhead and comple-mentary cube seating provides an area from which toserve. The moveable cubes also can be taken else-where in the room – or wherever guests want to sit.
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principal of the Laura U Design Studio. “Jeannine gave us severalnames, and we interviewed all of them. We knew Laura would bethe one to exceed our expectations,” says Menefree.
According to Umansky, the directive from Menefree andJohnson was straightforward. They wanted a “soft contemporaryurban home.” They asked the designers to focus special attention
According to Interior Designer Laura Umansky, thehomeowners wanted a comfortable and intimate diningarea -- where guests could linger for as long as theyliked. The table is custom. The light fixture is fromDesign Within Reach, and Beacon Hill fabrics with aleather front were chosen for the high-back chairs.
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when the outdoors is allowed “inside.” And even when the doorsare closed, the backyard vista is soothing and promotes a moreopen feel.
The home is actually 2,800 square feet, all total. The owners didnot want a home that felt too large, and one where roomsremained unused.
Reclaimed wood constitutes the counter top; it was anitem suggested and found by their builder, JeannineNuzzi at Gabriel Home Builders.
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To the left of the entry is a separate dining room that fronts thehouse and features a glass-front, walk-in wine cellar.
In all the main living areas Umansky and her colleagues focusedmuch attention on creating spaces suited for entertaining.
“Laura and Paula wanted large-scale chairs in comfortable fab-rics placed in the dining room so that guests could enjoy a mealand then linger for as long as desired. The living room also wasfurnished to seat easily six or more guests.
Of course, the bar stools at the kitchen’s eating bar easily turnto be part of the living room congregation.
“We have learned that people always gather in or around the
The upstairs landing was also designed for comfort.The seagrass rug lends a little bit of texture to thecreamy sleeker look of the furnishings. (photo courtesyof The Laura U Design Studio)
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kitchen, so it was important to us that the kitchen not be separat-ed from the main living area,” says Menefree.
“At Laura’s suggestions, we initially created an Ideabook onHouzz.com that consisted of many rooms and furniture that weliked. And then we shared it with them,” says Menefree, notingthe process provided helpful visual communication. “With very
The master, decorated in a transitional style, is layeredwith visually interesting and textural neutrals.The master bath is to the right side of the room, and aninviting view to the backyard pool lies in direct view ofthe bed. (photo courtesy of The Laura U Design Studio)
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few exceptions, we bought all new furnishings.” “We also learned that it is important to identify those
design elements on which you can compromise, and thosethat will bug you forever if you don’t change them,” saysMenefree.
The beautiful swimming pool comprises much of thebackyard. A nicely appointed outdoor kitchen and seat-ing is located just in the forefront of the pool -- an areaseen from the living area. (photo courtesy of The LauraU Design Studio)
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This new construction was built to complement its Houston Heights neighbors. The ownerswanted bungalow charm – but with a very livable and sophisticated, light contemporarydecor inside. (photo courtesy of The Laura U Design Studio) Laura Menefree and Jack, a short-haired dachshund, relax in a sitting area tucked in thecorner of the master bedroom.
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Some people believe it just isn’t Christmas without the homeyaroma of a fresh cut Christmas tree in the house. Lots will fill witha variety of selections, and the tradition of tree shopping typicallybegins just after Thanksgiving.
Cornelius Nursery showcases some of the freshest ones in theHouston area. Here are some tips from the nursery located onDairy Ashford at Voss Road:
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How do you care for your tree? • The single most important tip for freshness is to keep water in thestand at all times. Check several times each day! A tree can use upto one gallon of water daily! • Keep trees away from sources of heat (fireplaces, heaters, heatvents, direct sunlight). • Lowering the room temperature will slow the drying process. • The use of lights that produce low heat, such as miniature lights,will reduce drying of the tree.
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• There are about 350,000 aces in production for growingChristmas Trees in the U.S., much of it preserving green space. • Growing Christmas Trees provides a habitat for wildlife. • Christmas Trees remove dust and pollen from the air. • Artificial trees will last for six years in your home, but for cen-turies in a landfill.
What are some fresh cut Christmas tree variety options?Noble Fir-• Our Noble Firs are grown by Bear Canyon Tree Farm in thefoothills of Washington State’s Cascade Mountains. • Their Noble Firs are grown high up in the mountains where theyreceive over 60 inches of rainfall annually and receive plenty of frostinsuring the trees become full dormant before harvest. • Noble Firs have soft blue-green needles on evenly spaced strongbranches that are perfect for heavy ornaments. • They also have a pleasant mild fir scent.
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8125 McGee Ln • Houston, TX 77071713-988-4200 • www.agwelding.com
Custom designed ornamental iron stair and balcony railings, staircases,
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SEVEN-TIME AWARD WINNER
ROCKMATERIALS
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[email protected] • www.rockmaterials.com2610 Spring Cypress Road • Spring, TX 77388
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OVER 20 YEARS EXPERIENCE • LICENSED & INSURED
Additions • Electrical • Carpentry • PaintingGranite • Furniture Repairs or Custom Build
713.828.0725FREE ESTIMATES • [email protected]
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281-528-5555
• Gutters• Shutters• Siding• Kitchens• Counter Tops
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• Painting• Drywall• Carpentry• Cabinets• Roofing
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CREATIVE IMPROVEMENTS, LLC.Residential & Commercial
Room Additions • Roofing • Painting • Carpentry • Electrical • Plumbing Doors • Siding • Decks • Interior & Exterior Repairs.
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FREE ESTIMATES281-804-3108 PhoneREFERRALS AVAILALBE
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BRIGHT METALSOF THEHEIGHTS
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[email protected] E. 11th St. • Houston, TX 77008
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23111 FM 1462 Damon, TX • 979-553-3441 • 979-553-3756 fax
Open To The Public
Open To The Public
BUYFARMDIRECTAND SAVE
BUYFARMDIRECTAND SAVE
TEXAS DECKS & FENCESServing Harris and Montgomery Counties
Bob at 281.701.9842 • [email protected]
DECKS&FENCES
Simple & Economical to Complex & Exotic
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Custom Landscaping • StoneworkLighting • Maintenance
Water Features • IrrigationDesign & Installation • Consultation
Serving greater Houston and surrounding areas since 1982!
of Texas2800 Fondren • 713.780.9770www.louisshanksfurniture.com
BONNIE JACKSONDesign Consultant
[email protected] Cell
Plantation Shutters • Blinds • ShadesFREE MEASURMENT!
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ofARMANDO’S PAINTING
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Excellent Quality, Best Service 281-660-3517 Cell
ARMANDOGOMEZ
AAMMAAZZIINNGG FFEENNCCEESS && BBUURRGGLLAARR BBAARRSS
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Iron • Wood • Chain Link • Automatic Gate Openers
FLOATING INSTALLATION$150
GLUE OR NAIL DOWN$200
Authorized Installerfor Lumber Liquidators281.851.7476
APROFESSIONALINSTALLATION
STARTINGAT SQ FT
STARTINGAT SQ FT
PEGGY’S SERVICESHAZEL’S CUSTOM DRAPES
Over 45 years experience
FREE HomeConsultation
Any Custom OrderDrapes • Blinds • Shutters • Window Film281.345.0077 • www.peggyservices.com
Peggy RobinsonASID
A I R C O N D I T I O N I N G H E AT I N GFOR DEPENDABLE COMFORT
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Check us out on the Web!
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& 225C
WAYNE’SHARDWOOD • CARPET • TILE
(1-10 @Kirkwood)
281-596-8187M-F 10-5 • Sat 10-6 • Sun 12-5 or Appoint.
Total Renovations:Decking • Tile • Resurface • Waterfalls
Call now for a free estimate
www.competitionpools.com281-955-8114281-955-8114
HOUSTON’S PREMIER POOL REMODELER SINCE 1982Pool Remodeling SpecialistsPool Remodeling Specialists
• Custom Drapes• Slip Covers• Cornices• Bedding
• Mini Blinds• Custom Furniture• Shades• Pillows
Fine Quality • Great Prices • Work Done on PremisesOpen to the Public • Trade Welcome
Serving Southwest Houston & Fort Bend County
’Sophies Upholstery& Draperies
11925 Southwest Fwy. #2 • 281.879.6300
www.reflectionpoolsandspas.com
Reflection Pools&SpasReflection
Pools&Spas713-559-1100Beautiful Pools atAffordable Prices
Gallaway Porcelain Works! Porcelain! Acrylics ! Simulated Marble! Fiberglass ! Tub Chips! Antique
Clawfoot Tubs
281-304-9300 TexasTubs.com
Reconditioning Repair Refinishing
Refinisher for the Emporium
AZTEC HOME REMODELINGAZTEC HOME REMODELING
• Kitchen Remodeling• Bathroom Remodeling• Cabinets–Granite Countertops• Cultured Marble Vanities• Tile–Ceramic–Stone–Slate• Carpets–Hardwood–Laminates• Painting–Sheetrock–Texturing• Hardie Siding–Custom Carpentry• Windows–Doors–Crown Molding• Roofing–Gutters–Pressure Washing• Brick–Patio Rooms–Deckings• House Leveling - Fences
Water DamageExtraction & Restoration
Water DamageExtraction & Restoration
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1915 West Dallas St.Houston, Texas 77019
Custom colors and finishes
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By George SzontaghTREC License #2212Prepurchase/Slab/Pier & BeamSince 1990
house& home | November 2013 | www.houseandhomeonline. com82
10009 Hwy. 6 South(between Bissonnet & Old Richmond)
281.564.1345
873 S. Mason RoadSuite 300
(next to CiCi’s Pizza)
281.398.2319
24627 I-45 North(between Hardy Toll
Road & Sawdust
832.813.0813OVER 22 YEARS OF SERVICE
COMPLETE KITCHEN & BATH REMODELING, PAINT & MUCH MORE
WECOVERIT ALL:Tile & Stone
•Hardwood
•Laminate
• Granite
Countertops•
Carpet•
Backsplashes•
Much More
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For Prompt Professional Service • 281-392-9111Frederick Cilurso
Insurance Claims
SMALL JOBS & REPAIRSKitchen & Bathroom RemodelingRoom AdditionsPatio Covers & EnclosureReplacement Windows
Siding & RepairsFlooring • Wood • Tile • CarpetingPlumbing & Electrical RepairsPainting & Repairs
SERVINGHOUSTONFOR30YEARS
FREDERICKBUILDERS & REMODELERS, INC.
