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FALL 2013

Green and Gorgeous

INSIDE:Resources and pros to make your project come alive

GENERATING A BUZZ WITH NATURAL GAS

HOLIDAY CHIC:IN LIVING COLOR

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EVER GREENEnergy-efficient and eco-logically conscious … and simply, naturally beauti-ful. While blending into its surroundings, Jim Roth’s thoroughly green home truly stands out.

FEATURESSETTINGTHE TABLEInspired by the muted earth tones of autumn and winter’s crisply cool hues, a duo of suggestions will help deck out the dining table in seasonal splendor.

GREAT ROOM EXPECTATIONSWith a little planning, re-search and the opportunity to start from scratch, the Collamores gave their home a great room that more than lives up to its name.

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7 From the Editors

8 Save the Date

28 Counter Proposal

38 For the Coffee Table

54 From the Bookshelf

70 Vive la France!

78 Tops of the Taps

85 Wintertime Taste Makers

On the CoverThe open and airy multi-pur-pose living, dining and kitchen space in Jim Roth’s home demonstrates that discerning style and environmentally re-sponsible design can go hand in hand. Photo by David Cobb.

LIFE’S A GASA steamy shower isn’t the only reason to go natural; its dozen-plus uses in this Nor-man home demonstrate why natural gas is such a hot idea.

BIG FAMILY,BIG CHRISTMASMore than two dozen family members eager to shake off the cold and celebrate the holidays? No problem in the thoughtfully designed, joy-ously decorated Carty home.

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ART 10 JRB Art at the Elms 10 Paint Your Art Out 10 Paseo Originals Gallery 11 John B. Strong Fine Art

BUILDER 2 AC Dwellings 22 Candelaria Foster Contracting 23 Goodman Construction LLC 24 Wayne Griffiths Homes 25 Heritage Renovations 26 Gary Randolph Master Builder 27 Christopher Lee & Company Fine Homes DESIGNER 30 Grant Design 32 The Curtain Exchange 32 Decorating Den Interiors 33 Ketch Design Centre 33 Luxurious Spaces

FINISHING TOUCHES 1 Interbank 40 Central Vacuum Systems 41 Monticello Cabinets & Doors 42 Old World Iron 43 Reclaimed Lumber Solutions HOME FURNISHINGS IFC Hemispheres 56 Red Chateau 58 30A Home 59 BD Home 60 Bob Mills Furniture 61 Norwalk Furniture & Design 62 OKC Estate Sales 63 SR Hughes 64 Boomers Marketplace 64 Classic Home Interiors 65 Theo’s Marketplace 66 KS Design 66 Starr Home 67 Winter House Interiors 68 Kanon Gallery 68 Les Debris 68 True North Living 69 The Wood Garden BC Mister Robert KITCHEN & BATH 72 Architectural Hardware Designs 73 Designer Hardware by Faye 74 Ferguson 74 Hardware Expressions 75 The Gibraltar Company 76 hom by warhall 76 Morrison Supply Company 77 Hahn Appliance Warehouse

LANDSCAPE 80 Pleasant Pools & Spas 81 Always Greener

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fall 2013

“I like to start my notes to you as if we’re already in the middle of a conversation.”

ANY OTHER “YOU’VE GOT MAIL” FANS OUT THERE? Just like Kathleen Kelley and Joe Fox, we imagine the conversa-tion with our readers as if we were in-terrupted mid-sentence and now we are picking up where we left off. In the break in our conversation (you know, the one we started six months ago with the spring edition of this magazine), so much has happened. Where to start? We cannot talk about homes without thinking of the impact of the storms this year. So many houses were totally demol-ished or damaged and communities will be working to rebuild and reunite during the months and years ahead. Even if your neighborhood was not directly affected, the ongoing changes to the metro at large bring home the fact that the spaces in which we live are important, even sacred. Greater Oklahoma City’s real estate market has been strong and weathered the recession far better than many oth-ers. It will grow even stronger in the coming months as a robust economy brings an increased demand for housing, with a push towards a seller’s market. Building is booming, and people are in-vesting in their homes. For some, the goal is to build something that will grow with their family. For others, the passion is in the project, and moving on after comple-tion is just the ticket. No matter the inten-tion, the process can be an all-consuming joy or a burden – but we’re here to help. In this issue, we go inside three resi-dences and share the homeowners’ ap-proaches to the building process with you. One set out to create an eco-friendly escape from the city and succeeded with flying colors. Another family wanted to use the lessons they had learned from their first build to construct an improved design that worked for the way they live: Mission accomplished. Lastly, a couple

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with a large extended family showcases the choices they implemented to facili-tate the gatherings that are integral to their tight-knit group – as exemplified during the holidays when we photo-graphed their Christmas décor. Until we continue this conversation next spring, we hope you take this dose of inspiration, combine it with the resourc-es at your fingertips and create a recipe for your next project’s success!

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SEPTEMBER 2013Thayer Coggin FurnitureRoad ShowSuburban Contemporary FurnitureSeptember 12suburbancontemporary.com

Kitchen Design& Build SeminarHahn Appliance WarehouseSeptember 19, 5:30 pmRSVP at EdmondKitchen.com

OCTOBER 2013COHBA Parade of HomesThroughout OKC metroOctober 19-27paradeofhomesok.com

Nichols Hills Kitchen TourOctober 20ocmsalliance.org

NOVEMBER 2013Heritage Hills Historic Homes & Gardens TourNovember 2-3heritagehills.org

Assistance League of Norman Holiday Home TourNovember 22-23norman.assistanceleague.org

DECEMBER 2013Mesta Park HolidayHomes TourDecember 7-8mestapark.org

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JANUARY 2014OKC Home & Garden ShowState FairgroundsJanuary 17-19oklahomacityhomeshow.com

MARCH 2014OKC Home & OutdoorLiving ShowState FairgroundsMarch 21-24homeshowokc.com

APRIL 2014Parade of HomesSpring FestivalThroughout OKC metroDates TBDparadeofhomesok.com

MAY 2014OKC Orchestra LeagueSymphony Show HouseDates TBDsymphonyshowhouse.com

JUNE 2014Nichols Hills Garden TourJune 7 (tentatively)nicholshills.net

Water Garden Society of Oklahoma Pond TourThroughout OKC metroJune 21-22 (tentatively)wgso.org

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The vast and unending skies, the stoic determination of the rugged land’s inhabitants, the

powerful imagery of Native Ameri-can traditions … there is much that is captivating about the art of the West,

7302 N. Western Ave., OKC405.843.7955, johnbstrong.com

and some of its greatest exemplars are here in Oklahoma City, at John B. Strong Fine Art. The gallery specializes in noted con-temporary western painters: Logan Maxwell Hagege, Tony Abeyta, Chuck

Sabatino, Ernst Gruler, Jill Panky, Tom Murray, Blair Vaughn-Gruler, Gregory Harris, Bill Baker, Deborah Lee Hayes and Graydon Foulger. Strong also has a solid background in and focus on histor-ic art of the West – specifically the Taos and Santa Fe Schools – and Western illustrators, regularly handling resales from noted painters like Ed Mell, Nicolai Fechin, Leon Gaspard, Oscar Berning-haus and Andrew Dasburg. In addition to his original operation in Santa Fe, Strong might have chosen to open this gallery amid the artistic cultures of Dallas, Phoenix or Scotts-dale, but he believes Oklahoma City’s long tradition of patronage of the arts and support of knowledgeable, expert sources make this the ideal location. That’s a great decision for lovers of fine Western art in the metro – visit the gal-lery and see why.

Logan Maxwell Hagege, oil on linen, 6” x 12”

Tony Abeyta, oil on canvas, 32” x 42”

WRITER LAUREN HAMMACK PHOTOGRAPHER DAVID COBB

IN ORDINARY SPEECH, the words “sustainable” and “beauty” hardly belong in the same sentence – as attributes go, beauty is probably the most fleeting. For Jim Roth’s Oklahoma City home, however, the words “sustain-able” and “beauty” took on an inspired context when the environment served as the focus for home construction and design. The concept of a “green” house isn’t a new one, but few homeowners em-brace the idea as completely as Jim did during the two years he and archi-tect Jay Yowell (of JY Architecture) devoted to conceptualizing the space and its relationship to its surroundings. In this case, that encompasses more than eight densely forested acres, secluded within city limits. The entire home relies on sustainable features for energy efficiency and environmentally friendly materials. This represents a larger invest-ment during the construction phase, but the payoff – in reduced electric, water and septic consumption – is immediate. Jim estimates that his av-erage electric bill for the 3,000-square-foot home is about $150. “Building an energy-efficient home really represents a paradigm shift for Americans. The tradeoff is investing in the home’s infrastruc-ture versus excessive square footage and high electric consumption,” he explains, acknowledging that many homeowners will opt not to do that because of their growing tendency to move from house to house, rather than putting down roots. Contributing to the geothermal efficiency of Jim’s home are its LEED-certified, commercial-grade roof from Red River Roofing, with a rub-berized membrane to reflect most heat gain and its incredibly efficient, insulated concrete-formed (ICF) walls, consisting of 6" of pour-in-place concrete and 2.5" of Styrofoam on either side, for a total thickness of 11" and an efficiency rating of R55, versus the R18 ratings in most homes. Additionally, an onsite, fresh water well supplies all the home’s water needs, while six deep geothermal wells and a closed-loop system (from Climate Master GeoThermal) provide year-round air comfort more ef-ficiently than a traditional, electric forced-air HVAC, reducing energy loss significantly. The same consideration to energy loss was given to the home’s win-dows, which were configured to minimize western exposure and to maximize heat gain during winter months. Taking the principle a step further, a steel and glass awning installed along the home’s southern windows prevents excessive solar gain in the summer, while allow-ing passive solar gain during winter months, when the sun is lower on the horizon. Beyond the material and mechanical comforts of the U-shaped home, purposefully incorporated native plants, grasses and trees tie into the landscape design. Floor-to-ceiling windows create a harmonious rela-tionship between the indoor living space and the surrounding nature, framing each perspective like a piece of art. “I love the topography of the land,” Jim says. “We took that into consid-eration when we planned how the house would be oriented on the lot,” he adds, noting that he’d envisioned a mid-century modern home, en-sconced in a natural setting, reminiscent of Hollywood Hills. The elegant manifestation of that vision is the very definition of sustainable beauty.

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Jim worked with Plenty Mercantile to find solutions for displaying many of his belongings and finessing the surroundings. “Plenty Mercantile basically came in and helped me to give some design sense to things I already owned,” he says. Two Chinese statuettes (flanking the television) that had once been lost on a bookcase were positioned on (repurposed) wooden pedestals to bring visual interest to the far end of the living area. In the right corner, a floor lamp began as a surveyor’s stand and a theater spotlight.


From left: The master bedroom, with east-facing windows that overlook the pool, was designed with the sunrise in mind. “I’m a morning person, so I love being able to see the sunrise.” (Remote-controlled blinds lower at the push of a button for those mornings when the sun comes up a little too early.) Jim jokes that Golden Retrievers Bella and Boo Rowdy “let [him] share the house” with them. // A colorful focal point of the master bedroom is its large triptych, which Jim conceptualized and created with an artist friend and teacher, Leigh Tomlin, to memorialize the construction of the home through an artistic expression. Each of the three large panels contains the house plans and schematics, faintly visible be-neath the images depicted in paint. Individu-ally, the panels represent earth (painted with actual sandstone and red dirt from the site), grass (painted over images of the house) and sky (painted over sun studies that determined the house’s south-southwesterly axis). The tree overlay (containing redbud and blackjack oak leaves from the site) illustrates the growth of the home, from conception to completion, and includes photos throughout the construc-tion phase, as well as images of family. The finished piece was installed as Jim moved in.



Surrounded by Mexican travertine walls and back-splash, onyx countertops in the master bath glow above motion-sensing lighting beneath the cabinets, which gives eye-friendly illumination at night. // Like most of the house, the master shower benefits from a generous infusion of natural light. Here, bam-boo and other native plants create privacy beyond the full-sized window.


Clockwise from top left: Colorful pops of art – most of which are travel finds – waken the subtly hued walls throughout the home. “I like bright art, so I wanted to keep the walls fairly neutral. Some of the best art is the view outside the windows,” Jim explains. // The kitchen owes its streamlined design to the below-counter placement of its appliances. Brushed Indian granite countertops have a low sheen, which Jim chose for a specific reason. “Nature is the focal feature of this house and nothing inside takes away from that,” he says. The color of the stained concrete floors was not incidental, either. “I call that color ‘Golden Retriever tan!’” he laughs. // Jim enlisted the artistry of Jordan Nichols to create a mural of cherry blos-som branches against a Tiffany-blue backdrop in a guest bathroom, where the recycled glass countertop from Castle Rock Countertops echoes the palette in various shades of broken glass. // Floating amid a décor of modern design, a 1950s-era antique bar set that belonged to Jim’s grandmother reflects a fondness for preserving pieces of the past, as well as an apprecia-tion for a well-made Manhattan.

The home’s open floor plan allows for freedom of movement at every turn. Architectural “clouds” on the ceiling create a subtle separation of space. Most of the home’s lighting emanates from its massive, floor-to-ceiling windows, coated to reduce UV rays by 99 percent. Integral to its sustain-ability, several high-quality, environmentally friendly details comprise the entire home. Non-VOC (volatile organic compounds) paints and stains were used throughout, with Forest Stewardship Council-certified lumber and cabinets.



Clockwise from top: The clean lines of the smaller, water-conscious pool are comple-mentary to the geometry of the house. // Situated among 8.5 forested acres, the home emerges from a secluded panorama of natural beauty, consisting of blackjack oaks, native rock, grasses and other landscape elements. // The roof deck has a view towards the state Capitol and downtown.


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High expectations from clients come with the territory of being a home builder: people want in-

spired and distinctive designs, outstand-ing craftsmanship, high standards of quality, flexibility, ease of communication, convenience. Fortunately all those ex-pectations are met and surpassed when working with Wayne Griffiths Homes, a builder with a rock-solid reputation and years of experience in all aspects of planning, design and construction. Wayne Griffiths and partner Den-nis Martin have been building custom homes in the metro’s finest neighbor-hoods for more than 30 years, and they begin their relationship with each new client by promising to build the house to suit its owners’ wishes and lifestyle … and then doing so. No short-cuts, no cut corners. From the first meeting to tour the future home site and sitting down to find or design the perfect plans to handing over the keys to a finished masterpiece, Wayne and Dennis work directly with clients through the entire custom building process and make it as enjoyable as possible, from inspiration all the way through results. Their work changes to incorporate industry trends and individual wishes, but the company’s reputation as one of Oklahoma’s outstanding luxury home builders is a lasting truth. For Wayne Griffiths Homes, exceeding your ex-pectations is a point of pride.


Details matter. In the world of home renovations, this may seem an obvious statement, but unfortunately, it is not always the case. Yet the attention to detail, the

painstaking dedication to the craft and devotion to quality, is what sets Heritage Renovations apart. Remodeling Oklaho-ma homes and businesses since 1985, Heritage Renovations is family owned by native Oklahomans who bring this atten-tion to every detail to all facets of the business. For the homeowner who dreams of a new look, seeking a fresh perspective on living space, Heritage Renovations of-fers expertise and experience. When working to infuse new life into a client’s space, Heritage Renovations offers comple-mentary interior design services – a rarity in the home reno-vation business. From complete room additions to specialties such as kitchen or bathroom design and remodeling, Heritage Ren-ovations is there with its patient attention to every detail. Converting an attic to a home theater, adding an outdoor kitchen, new cabinetry – from design to installation to finish, Heritage Renovations has worked its magic for hundreds of homeowners. All cabinetry is custom- produced in a state-of-the-art cabinet manufacturing facility. Heritage Renova-tions builds custom furniture pieces as well. The company uses the latest technology, using the design program Chief Architect to create a three-dimensional model of the project – before the work even begins. Estimates are free. Attention to every detail, and the per-sonal, hands-on attention of owners Dan and Leslie Peake, with a focus on customer satisfaction, is included with every project, large or small, at Heritage Renovations.

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1. Samsung Radianz quartz in toluca gray // 2. Samsung Radianz quartz in gentle gray // 3. Cool Titanium by Vetrazzo // 4. Breccia Sarda marble // 5. Uba Tuba granite // 6. Blue pearl granite // 7. Saratoga soapstone in honed Stillwater gray

Samples 1, 2, 5 and 6 are from The Gibraltar Company in OKC, 405.521.1100, thegibraltarcompany.com // Samples 3, 4 and 7 are from TNL Custom Tile & Marble Inc. in OKC, 405.810.8515, customtileandmarble.net

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CUSTOMIZABILITY IS A BEAUTIFUL THING. Counters can be made from a variety of materials, and the one you choose should reflect the qualities you’re looking for in its use – the dura-bility of granite, the ease of cleaning stainless steel, the aesthetic elegance of marble. Current design trends even offer possibilities like quartz that’s been technologically enhanced to make it even less porous, or durable sheets of recycled glass. And this is merely scratching the surface (unless your surfaces are scratch-resistant.) Talk to pros, com-pare suppliers and explore possibili-ties – somewhere out there is the per-fect material to top off your project.



Practically endless options await the home decorator or remodeler … but a blank slate

can be paralyzing. Guidance from a trained professional can save tons of time and frustration.PHOTOGRAPHER CARLI WENTWORTH

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The CurtainExchangeT he designer solution for every win-

dow treatment and curtain need is at The Curtain Exchange. Whether

it’s in-stock curtains ready to take home on the spot or custom beauties made and measured to order – for residential or com-mercial properties – you’ll be inspired by the store’s exquisite quality, large selection and fresh style. An endless selection of fabrics and ma-terials is available for sheers, solars, shades, blinds and shutters, with manual or motor-ized control, and abundant hardware options – they can even perform installation for you, and also offer unique bedding and pillows. If choosing from among this variety is difficult, take comfort in knowing that you can’t make a mistake; the 48-hour in-home approval policy gives you the chance to make sure your choices are a perfect fit. Professional consultants, in-home con-sultations and the confidence of quality throughout. Dress your home or office in splendor by visiting The Curtain Exchange.

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Decorating Den Interiors

Denise Smith, 405.308.2611decdens.com/denisesmith

A stunningly designed entryway. Furniture and accessories custom-tailored to the unique way your family lives day-to-day. A dream room that makes you feel as great as it looks. What homeowner doesn’t have grand visions like these to get done “someday”? But

how many of us have the time, professional design expertise and exceptional resources to make it perfect? It’s a problem Denise Smith solves all the time. The award-winning Certified Interior Decorator tackles all the hassles of home makeovers and lets you enjoy the fun parts – the

creativity and the exciting anticipation of fabulous new surroundings. Denise collaborates with you first on design ideas that fit how you live and your sense

of style. She’ll then create alluring, professional concept plans in her design studio for your approval. Finally, she executes every detail of the project without you needing to lift a finger. Best of all, she tailors all her work to your budget, starting with a free initial design consultation. Denise draws on relationships with more than 100 home décor suppliers and keeps up-to-date with trends through regular trips to industry market

events, showrooms and factories. Denise designs for clients across Oklaho-ma, and she conducts design and decorating workshops for large groups

to small home gatherings. Let Denise help transform your home – and your lifestyle – into

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expert Leslie Sipes comes in. Leslie began Luxurious Spaces as an extension of her desire to help clients bring their visions of an ideal environ-ment to life, whether the project is as extensive as planning new construction or as simple as updating a single room. Her mission isn’t to convince clients to conform to a signature style, but to work closely with homeowners in defining and creating surroundings they truly want; that are ideal for their space and sentiments, providing more complete senses of relaxation and well-being … and joy. “I am most satisfied,” she avers, “when I can leave a project knowing the home-owner actually loves their liv-ing space, is proud to show it off, and wants to spend more time than ever in their newly created space.”

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Leslie’s professional expertise extends across multiple ar-eas of design, including complete renovation of bathrooms, kitchens … any room in the house. The sublime luxury of loving where you are is easily attainable – just call Luxurious Spaces.

SETTING THE TABLEWRITER SARA GAE WATERS PHOTOGRAPHER CARLI WENTWORTH


LIVING IN A PART OF THE COUNTRY THAT PROVIDES SUCH A RICH LANDSCAPE OF SEASONS MAKES IT ALL THE MORE SIMPLE TO COME UP WITH AN IDEA WHEN DECORATING AROUND A NATURAL THEME. Fall can be inspired by pinecone brown, bronze, orange, muted yel-lows and even grays to bring together the table. Beginning with an antique hydrangea (a mix of green and cabernet colors) and surrounding it with Japanese maple, kale and moss provides a centerpiece when placed on top of a dark wood pedestal. Plates with pale yellows and gray are placed on larger scrolled white plates atop gray scalloped square chargers. Sleek silverware and soft gray and white napkins accompany the grouping and are crowned at the top with colorful paisley stemware. Last but not least, a pinecone with a placecard ... a simple, personal touch to finish it all off.

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Vietri Regalia wine glasses and tie-dye napkins from Tulips in Norman, 405.217.9322, tulipshome.com // Vietri chargers, Nina Campbell white plates, Bridget Davies from Anthropologie small plates and Christolfe Malmaison silver, all from a private collection


NOT LONG AFTER THE FIRST AUTUMN LEAF FALLS, THE COOL TEMPERATURES ROLL IN. Taking a break from the tra-ditional red and green of the season, inspiration comes from winter’s blue, sage and evergreen tones. Hydrangeas are now available year round, and come in many different varieties, so one anchors the blue color of the centerpiece and is surrounded by evergreens such as juniper, pine and holly. A cozy breakfast is the occasion for this table, and all the necessary details are present: compote bowls for blueberries, small carafes for cream and mugs for coffee or tea. Simple white napkins and hammered silver fit nicely into this winter mix.

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Compotes and carafes, Juliska Delft Blue Country Estate dinner and salad plates, mugs, hostess tray and Vietri Martellato flatware from Tulips in Norman, 405.217.9322, tulipshome.com



DISCIPLINES RANGING FROM ARCHITECTURE TO FENG SHUI explore the power our surround-ings exert upon our moods. Jona-than Adler’s latest addition to his “Happy Chic” series wonderfully bends this iron rule to one pur-pose: cheeriness. Adler’s “100 Ways to Happy Chic Your Life” engagingly elucidates the Happy Chic’s beaming outlook on in-terior design and its benefit for hap-pier living. As the potter, designer and furnishings entrepreneur explains … “The essence of Happy Chic dwelling is that informality and comfort will set you free. Always start with a chic and classique foun-dation, but then add a dash of humor, a pinch of quirk, a soupcon of folly.” The book’s imaginative illustra-tions, remarkable photography and snappy writing perfectly reflect the Happy Chic aesthetic – so much so that the Sixties ditty “Come On, Get Happy!” may run on an endless loop in your head while reading it. “Happy Chic” pops out its color-ful, consistently surprising (and sometimes naughty) ideas like a high-voltage popcorn machine. Its presentation relies heavily on strik-ing illustrations and photos – a flip-book of ideas described with a single paragraph. Thus, it’s never boring and a pleasure to skim. Consider Adler’s take on stacking towels on a chair in the bathroom, rather than racking like everyone else. “Same rules as an orgy. You need at least three as a minimum, then add on as many as you desire.” For do-it-yourselfers, there are plenty of ideas to mine. There’s a stunning photo of a circular mirror

“100 Ways to Happy Chic Your Life” by Jonathan Adler (Sterling Publishing, $24.95)

WRITER JOHN PARKER

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on the wall with dozens of table legs radiating around its circumference like rays of the sun. “Sun” mirrors and clocks are common as daylight, but not when they’re Happy Chic’d. “Happy Chic” also comes, how-ever, with five craft activities (a macramé owl, for one) with full in-structions on several pages. The book isn’t limited merely to objects for the home. Adler, who previously wrote “My Prescription for Anti-Depressive Living,” also shares advice on redecorating your personal comfort zones. At your next cocktail party, why not turn your guests on to the dancey “Beach Samba” album, a 1966 gem by As-trud Gilberto? Experiment with

your hairstyles. For once, try an un-pretentious ski resort this year. Adler insists “there are no ‘nos’” in creating Happy Chic style (even the ubiquitous wind chime is OK, but only with a designer twist). But Hap-py Chic design sensibility runs on a defined set of rules for its signature look: Eclectic, kitschy and whimsical – all laid on a foundation of midcen-tury modern. It’s still a decoration style and won’t appeal to all. The book explodes with fire-cracker ideas and only a few occa-sional duds (No. 35, “Use bowls as planters!”). In the end, though, it’s a boffo compendium for anyone look-ing to toss convention and, possibly, kick your life up a notch.


fi nishing touchesYou’re so close to making your project perfect – don’t settle for “good enough” now. Small details can make a huge difference in the impact of a completed space, so don’t forget the wow factor.PHOTOGRAPHER CARLI WENTWORTH



Central Vacuum SystemsPROFILE

A VACUFLO installed by CEN-TRAL VACUUM SYSTEMS makes cleaning easy and fast. It oper-

ates quietly (quieter than your clothes dryer). It improves the indoor air quality of your home, creating a healthier envi-ronment. A VACUFLO system is a perfect product for families with members who suffer from allergies or asthma – or for families that have pets. It’s even an in-vestment for the future, as it adds to the resale value of your home. By combining VACUFLO with HIDE-A-HOSE technology, CENTRAL VACU-UM SYSTEMS provides the most mod-ern, state-of-the-art advance in the residential vacuum industry. Utilizing re-tractable hoses, HIDE-A-HOSE makes cleaning easier than ever. Every valve has its own hose! With an extensive product line includ-ing a full range of accessories, CENTRAL VACUUM SYSTEMS can match the right VACUFLO to any size home and any homeowner’s budget. CENTRAL VACU-UM SYSTEMS has offered statewide service since 1969, and has installed, serviced, supplied or consulted on over 10,000 vacuum systems. Call them today and find out why their motto is “Spring Clean Every Day!”

13780 N. Lincoln Blvd., Edmondoffice: 405.751.1711, cell: 405.830.5597centralvacuumsystemsok.com


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Monticello Cabinets & Doors

512 S.W. 3rd St., OKC405.228.4900monticellocabinets.comshowroom by appointment

In timeless transitional homes, classic ornate decorative schemes or sleek contemporary styles – whatever the

project’s look and scale, Monticello Cabi-nets & Doors should be on every home-owner’s list of contacts for outstanding renovations or upgrades. Through the use of modern tech-niques and lasting craftsmanship in working with ecologically friendly com-ponents, Monticello’s experts create elegant contemporary and old world kitchens and doors, individual pieces that fit perfectly into a niche or stunning redesigns that transform a space into an unforgettably beautiful interior. Monticello offers three superb lines of cabinetry: “Provence” features the fluid elegance of French Country and Mediterranean-style panels and legs made from true antique reclaimed woods; the “Traditional” line offers mul-tiple cabinet door styles at a mid-range price point; and “Euro” is for those seek-ing a more sleek and contemporary look, complete with European hardware systems. Other specialties include bath-room vanities, custom-designed tables

and massive entry doors, with all their products hand-made and hand-fin-ished by master craftsmen in Oklahoma City – that’s a rarity in today’s market-place, but Monticello offers it proudly. Owner Mark Gardner has amassed over 35 years experience in both resi-dential and commercial projects. He takes time to talk with clients in the Monticello showroom to form an in-depth picture of what will work within a given space and for a given lifestyle. The possibilities are boundless, and the results are, unquestionably, exquisite.


Old World IronPROFILE

8405 Mantle Ave., OKC405.722.0008, www.owiokc.com

It’s about timelessness. The endur-ing strength and character of iron, combined with the benefit of mod-

ern fabrication techniques, results in craftsmanship that adds lasting value to your home or project. But most of all, according to owner Todd Miller, Old World Iron is about relationships. Customers receive the exceptional benefit of the decades of experience Miller and his team bring to channeling ideas and practical inspiration into ex-pert design work and detailed render-ings – at no extra charge. And with the personal rapport that arises from pro-ducing custom work to exacting speci-fications and the company’s focus on impeccable results, Old World Iron is ready and happy to provide prospec-tive clients with hundreds of glowing references from builders, designers, decorators and homeowners.

While the name sounds tradi-tional, Old World Iron is also an excel-lent source for more modern looks like stainless and brushed steel finishes or geometric patterns. Whatever your stylistic tastes, for fabricating staircas-es and railings, specialty doors, gates, balconies, fixtures and furniture, mail-boxes, fireplace doors and screens, corbels and dozens of other custom items, the professionals at Old World Iron will combine expert design with the highest quality materials to cre-ate a solid, enduring investment in your home’s aesthetic appeal.


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Reclaimed Lumber Solutions of-fers homeowners, interior de-signers, architects and build-

ers custom solutions for one-of-a-kind home furnishings, indoor/outdoor re-modeling, kitchen countertops, cabine-try, millwork, entryways and more. Re-claimed Lumber Solutions stands out for its dedication to excellence, made-in-Oklahoma artisanship and unique raw material sourcing. Through reclaiming and reimagining butcher-block-sturdy wood from histor-ical railcars and cargo containers, own-ers Jason and Cherami Thomas have built a business transforming what were the workhorse backbones of in-dustrial America into objects of beauty, function and singular provenance for discerning homeowners and high-end furniture retailers across the Midwest. Reclaimed Lumber Solutions’ onsite contracting work at luxury lofts, homes and commercial projects includes cen-terpiece islands, flooring and high-style exposed ceiling beams. Thomas’ work encompasses every style from modern lofts to Country French. Come to Reclaimed Lumber So-lutions’ workshop to marvel at richly grained farm tables, alluringly stained and painted benches, coffee tables and pub tables. Each piece evokes their his-tory and an enduring solidity that can be passed on for generations. Choosing an extraordinary creation from Reclaimed Lumber Solutions does far more than beautify your home – it makes a statement about who you are and your pride in Oklahoma excellence.

Reclaimed Lumber Solutions

13125 Skyland Drive, Yukon, 405.305.6353reclaimedlumbersolutions.com

RECLAIMED LUMBER SOLUTIONS


The Old Country feel is enhanced by custom wall cabinetry that hides the refrigerator, a microwave and appliances.

GREAT ROOM EXPECTATIONS

WRITER JOHN PARKER PHOTOGRAPHER DAVID COBB


NOT ALL GREAT ROOMS ARE GREAT. Casie Collamore knows this because she’s lived with both kinds: a “great” great room and another that was … not so much. Now living in Edmond, the Collamore family – rounded out by husband Frank and 3-year-old son Cy – loved their former home in Moore. It was centered on a great room concept. It was a high-ceilinged, airy space created for roomy family life and entertaining. But Casie grew to realize it just didn’t work right. The somewhat L-shaped great room exposed its shortcomings when it should have been shin-ing – during parties and get-togethers. “At our old house, people congregated around the island, or in the kitchen, or the din-ing table that was kind of close to the kitchen. People would kind of migrate in and out. We al-ways felt crowded, and there was one door to the outside that when you opened it, it would hit the breakfast table.” What a difference designing a new home from scratch can make. Based on her own experiences and creative research, Casie designed a great room that lives up to its promise: A “roomless” blending of kitchen, dining and leisure roles that functions equally well for a family of three or a party of 30. “I knew how I wanted that great room to work. Everything we do now works in one room. You don’t feel like you have to move into the breakfast room, or into the family room.” Another advantage of a correctly designed great room is its transferability to diverse family situations. The Collamores’ builder, Sheryl Will-ingham of Willco Homes, has constructed simi-lar rooms for a family with two older boys and another for a great-grandmother who lives alone, and received appreciative raves from both.

A Few Ways the Collamores’ Design Works• The room is rectangular, with nearly seamless lines of sight to every corner. Casie can fry tuna fritters from her grandmother’s family recipe book in the kitchen and eas-ily keep an eye and ear on Cy playing with toys on the op-posite side of the room.

• Four sets of tall French doors lead to the outdoor flag-stone patio near the No. 7 golf tee and a peaceful lake view. The wall of glass doors, whether open or closed, in-corporates the outdoors into the great room itself.

• The space and its 12-foot ceiling is comfortably roomy, but not so large that the design pushes guests into fa-miliar isolated social clusters during get-togethers. “Even when you’re on the other side of the room, you’re still part of the group. You feel like you’re still part of conver-sations,” Casie said.


The dining set from Restoration Hardware seats eight, but its narrow width is intentional.

It lets the family of three cozy up for a meal without feeling the need to shout.



From left: Dark wooden beams impart a feeling of solidity and age to the master bedroom. // Casie chose a hammered copper tub to continue with the metal and wood design foundation.


From left: The utility/mud room was placed next to the inside door to the garage. Notice the fun mixture of cabinet hardware. // On the fourth level of little Cy’s bookshelf rests a memento cherished by his father Frank – his old Thunder-Cats lunchbox from elementary school.

From left: The guest bedroom pulls off its historic feel with touches such as its distinctive 1930s bedstead and black-and-white family travel photos in old frames. “I like things that have been around awhile. Not antiques, but vintage,” Casie said. // The metal accents continue in the powder bath. // The chandelier reminiscent of an astrolabe is an inventive way to use a contemporary piece in an elegantly European décor. The ceiling is hammered tin with painted copper accents. Anna Nelson of Faux Creations Inc. crafted the faux finish walls.



It began with a trip to the bookstore. Mid-twenties couple Sherry and John Petersik sought some printed advice and inspiration for do-it-yourself neophytes to personalize and beautify their home on a bud-get, without getting intimidated by professional-grade details. They came up empty. So they dove in anyway. After a year or so of renovation, learning as they went, they began chronicling their travails online, in a blog that has grown to 5 million hits a month and a full-time job for them both. And now they have cre-ated a book like they wanted to have back then: “Young House Love: 243 Ways to Paint, Craft, Update & Show Your Home Some Love.” As John and Sherry say in the preface, “We loved the idea of tossing out a ton of suggestions for others who were feeling stuck or uninspired or just plain overwhelmed with the state of their home.” Some topics, like reupholstering a dining chair, include numbered steps and an introductory graphic indicating the project’s required investment in cost, work and time; some are more general collections of thoughts with explanations and examples, like #163: Add a plant that (probably) won’t die immediately. None of the projects require a pro-fessional to decipher, and at no point do readers find instructions like “Assemble the aluminum J-channel

“Young House Love” by Sherry and John Petersik (Artisan, $25.95)

WRITER STEVE GILL

FROM THEBOOKSHELF

using self-burring screws. Install!” Instead, colorful text treatments and plenty of pictures make all the ideas look as easy – and the results as inviting – as they are. Like its namesake blog, “Young House Love” is buoyed throughout by a clearly expressed dose of its authors’ personalities – Sherry and John are the type of people who will happily drop a reference to “Dex-ter,” or suggest when the reader should begin playing the theme from “Rocky” in their heads, or cap-tion a photo of one of their own fail-ures with a disappointed “Whomp whomp,” or begin a sentence “When we last left our hero, er, foyer … ” Copies of the book are available at outlets like Barnes & Noble and Books-a-Million, but you might as well just head to younghouselove.com – it has a link to order via Am-azon, and if you’ve decided to get a copy you’ll probably be bookmarking the blog as well. Good luck creating!


home furnishings

A single room can be made sleek, cozy or chaotic,

depending on the elements put into it; finding the right

ingredients are a huge part of the recipe for a

successful space.PHOTOGRAPHER CARLI WENTWORTH

Creating An Exceptional Home9205 N Penn Casady Square (405) 842-2262

Red Chateau Design

www.redchateau.net

For the last ten years, Red Chateau has been constant-ly, confidently striving to remain Oklahoma City’s fin-est home décor and furniture store. Much has changed

in the world of interior fashion over that decade, and owner Rose Clark has guided Red Chateau through changing with it; remaining true to loyal customers while making transitions along with progressing tastes. The bold reds and golds and ample ornamentations of more traditional Country French and European styles have changed for the clean lines, neutral palettes and pops of color with fewer, larger decorative pieces that characterize today’s look – with the ability to draw from them all, the possibilities are beautifully vast. Successes in her recent forays into design work haven’t sto-len Clark’s passion away from the Casady Square store, and it’s an enthusiasm that’s shared by her clientele; what began as a 2,200-square-foot boutique now occupies 6,000 square feet and offers design services as well as el-egant pieces for living and dining rooms, luxury bedding, a bridal reg-istry and selections from lines like Lili Alessandra, Company C, Aidan Gray, Sid Dickens, Pine Cone Hill and many more high-quality vendors. “Every year we add something dif-ferent to our branding and the store,” explains Clark, who is excited her new role as an instructor this fall: She will teach in-store classes inspired by

Red Chateau

Red Chateau9205 N. Pennsylvania Ave., 405.842.2262, redchateau.net

Amy Howard at Home to guide do-it-yourselfers through the use of different paints and finishes for their own projects. Both Red Chateau’s store space and website are recently re-vamped and expanded; either are ideal for finding the comfort-ably familiar, the excitingly new and the very finest in furniture, home accents, art, lighting and more. “Our customers say over and over how beautiful the changes are,” Clark smiles. “If you haven’t been in Red Chateau in a while, come see the new store.”

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One belief drives 30A Home: the things that surround you should mirror the things that inspire you. Their col-lection of carefully selected, one-of-a-kind new and

reclaimed furniture, lighting, original artwork and accessories is a refreshing departure from the norm. An extensive selection of unique fabrics and access to the finest craftsmen at home and abroad complement their in-store and in-home design ex-pertise. The 30A Home aesthetic is gracious yet modern, un-expected yet harmonious, intimate—yet bold in concept. They strive to make every project a seamless process, with serenity of environment as the result.

30A Home

1106 N.W. 50th Street, OKC, 405.286.3153, 30AHome.com

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As many of us living with traditional décor gaze longingly at the fresh, modern designs of BD Home in Classen Curve, co-own-

er Brittany Branscum offers encouraging news: modern and traditional can co-mingle quite nicely. “More and more, we see an influx of clients who are looking to integrate modern elements into a tradi-tional décor,” Branscum observes. Her advice? Go for it. And there’s more good news: striking an elegant balance is easier than you might think. “Most modern pieces consist of simple, clean lines,” Branscum says. “They work very well with other styles and, in fact, they add dimension to any room.” Since 2009, BD Home’s showroom of modern European and mid-century design has been the best starting point for inspiration, advice and in-novative furnishings for both residential and com-mercial settings. BD Home’s recent addition of custom kitchen and closet systems from Varenna by Poliform offers cli-ents even more options to give their home or busi-ness a highly functional, aesthetic boost. “The entire Varenna line is customizable, so the sky’s the limit,” Branscum says. BD Home’s professional design staff offers complimentary design services to suit each client’s lifestyle needs, ranging from furniture selections, to color schemes, to space planning.

BD Home

Classen Curve 5840 N. Classen Blvd, Ste 1, OKC405.602.0578, bdhome.com

BobMillsFurniture.com • 405. 947. 65003600 West Reno, Oklahoma City, OK 73107


Norwalk Furniture & DesignPROFILE

Finding the perfect piece of furni-ture to put the finishing touch on your home’s decorative scheme

can be exhausting and frustrating – even if you know exactly what you’re looking for, you could search through galleries and websites for months and still have no guarantee you’ll be able to find it. Unless, that is, you save yourself all that headache and go straight to Norwalk Furniture & Design. Norwalk’s custom orders are made in the U.S.A. of the highest quality, priced competitively and delivered in 35 days or less. With a vast list of de-tail options – from the shape of a leg to thousands of upholstery possibilities – providing optimal creative control over the design process, every item Norwalk produces has the potential to be one of a kind. It’s easy to specify what you de-sire and then relax in confidence, know-ing your dream piece is underway. If the ideal look isn’t yet fixed in your mind, Norwalk offers complimentary design service from highly qualified professionals (they also design custom drapes and bedding and offer free

122nd and N. May Ave. Northpark, OKC405.748.5774, norwalkfurnitureokc.com

paint consultations), plus the opportu-nity to discover items available on the spot in its lavish showroom and design gallery filled with luxury furniture, light-ing, art and accessories. Owners, oper-ators and community supporters Cindy Curley and Ryan Johnson invite you to Norwalk to take control of your style.


OkcEstateSales.com

OkcEstateSales.comMatt McNeil, ISA CAPP405.949.9935, OkcEstateSales.com

PROFILE

Avoid stress in a stressful time, and be sure of getting expert as-sistance from a trusted and reli-

able source – the specialized knowledge and attention to detail of Matt McNeil and his team at OkcEstateSales.com are valuable resources for doing estate sales right. OkcEstateSales.com is proud to offer complimentary consultations, as well as competitive commissions and unrivaled service. The full-service estate liquida-tion and personal property appraisal company is based in Oklahoma City, but its service area spans all of Okla-homa, as well as north Texas and west-ern Arkansas. The OkcEstateSales.com philoso-phy is straightforward and clear: to treat clients with complete honesty, treat their personal property with the utmost respect and make clients as much money as possible in the time available. The results are equally clear, since OkcEstateSales.com proudly holds an A+ rating with the Better Busi-ness Bureau of Central Oklahoma and an “A” listing on Angie’s List, and an ex-tensive dossier of letters of reference is available upon request. Owner Matt McNeil, ISA CAPP, is both bonded and in-sured for clients’ peace of mind. A fifth-generation Oklahoman with over thirty years’ worth of experience in the antiques trade, Mr. McNeil has an academic back-ground in American history, and is fully certified by the International Society of Appraisers. As Mr. McNeil says, “Whether we’re selling 17th-century Chinese porcelain, 18th-century English sil-ver, 19th-century American Impres-sionist paintings, mid-20th-century modern Scandinavian furniture or 21st-century firearms and farm im-plements, you can rest assured that our sales are always beautifully staged, adequately staffed, professionally or-ganized, well photographed and exten-sively marketed.” Complete integrity, advanced knowl-edge, keen marketing skills and a strong work ethic are all found in one pro-fessional estate liquidation firm … at OkcEstateSales.com.

www.srhughes.com


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Boomers MarketplaceOKC’s newest multi-vendor marketplace

offers “a little bit of everything, and something for everyone.” Boomers Mar-

ketplace is a 10,000-square-foot retail mall with over 50 different vendor showcases. The unique blend of vintage collectibles, painted furniture, contemporary fashion and home decor makes for a one-of-a-kind shopping experience. The in-house sweet and savory Bluebonnet Bakery adds to the warm, friendly atmosphere and is a wonderful place to enjoy lunch or dessert. Boomers also has a design studio available for rent that plays host perfectly to small events, workshops and classes. Boomers Marketplace and Bluebonnet Bak-ery’s convenient location makes it easy to visit; its vast selection makes it hard to leave. Stop in and discover a new favorite destination to explore.

11600 N. Pennsylvania Ave., OKC405.748.9060, boomersmarketplaceokc.com

10407 N. May Ave., OKC405.749.8707

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Theo’s Marketplace

Norman’s prime destination for quality home furnishings and ac-cessories, Theo’s is family owned

and operated, celebrating 42 years in business and still dazzling clients with furniture designs to appeal to every-one’s personal style. Stickley furniture and upholstery means enduring craftsmanship and a great tradition since 1900 that’s rooted in the past and destined for the future. It’s American-made and a smart investment. Theo’s also features Vanguard, Paul Roberts, Wesley Allen, Jeff Zimmerman, Marshfield and Paladin, to name a few, as well as custom handpainted furniture and country French decor. The Brookhaven Village store is home to perfection, offering a wide variety of picture frames, decorative pillows, rugs, artwork, custom florals and more. De-signer candles from Nest, Voluspa and Park Hill are among the must-see items found in Theodora’s Gift Boutique. 3720 W. Robinson St., Norman, 405.364.0728, theosmarketplace.com

Theo’s 15,000-square-foot ware-house showroom is abundantly stocked with name-brand furniture and quality consignments to meet all your shop-ping needs. It’s yet another reason to make Theo’s Marketplace your local furniture destination.


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The bedroom should be an oasis, a refuge of peace and serenity within the home. To wrap oneself in the ele-

gance and grace of luxury linens is to expe-rience all the peace and harmony the home has to offer. KS Design, as the only luxury linen store in Oklahoma City, offers exclusive bedding lines and full service, from design to instal-lation. KS Design is a locally owned business, and all the design work is done in-house. Whether a nursery or a master suite, KS De-sign is the metro area’s exclusive choice for the refinement and style that make the bed-room the home’s true sanctuary.

KS Design

7648 N. Western Ave., OKC, 405.524.7868Ann Gish exclusively at KS Design

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Starr HomeLife should be enjoyed: your home

should be filled with beauty, your food should be delectable,

you should spend your free time sur-rounded by friends and when you give gifts, the recipient should feel the care and affection you put into selecting the present. In summary, you should enjoy a trip to Starr Home. A prime shopping destination for the person who loves décor, especially with French and Italian influences, food, wine and entertaining, Starr Home of-fers visitors a variety of home accents, kitchen accessories (it’s the heart of the home), specialty comestibles and thoroughly charming gifts. Whether you’re seeking something as small as quirky wineglass charms or as large as a solid farmhouse table that seats eight, they’re ready to help you find a beautiful piece to complete your home or express your feelings. Give yourself the gift of enjoyment, and come see Starr Home. Starr Home 14201 N. May Ave., Suite 204, OKC

405.751.9700, starrhomeokc.com


Winter House InteriorsPROFILE

Winter House transforms interior landscapes and exterior living spaces into warm, beautiful and inviting areas – havens that are timeless

and elegant – by designing for individual clients’ lifestyles and helping to bring their visualizations to life. For expert assistance in designing and furnishing a personally per-fect indoor and outdoor home environment, step into a world of endless possibilities. Whatever components best suit the customer’s purpose and taste, whether that be furniture or flooring, comfortable patio seat-ing or custom bedding and draperies or accessories and gifts, are harmoni-ously united with an eye for detail and a personal-ized vision. Besides its al-ready extensive collection of manufacturers of fine home furnishings and ac-cessories, Winter House is also pleased to serve as a resource for outstanding pieces from Lane Venture outdoor living, Theodore Alex-ander, Hancock & Moore, Massoud and Peninsula Home. Owner Steve Winters, himself a licensed interior de-signer, often says that “doing things differently leads to something exceptional.” With his expertise, an award-winning staff and a huge collection of resources, Winter House can help you reach your design goal … and make your entire home a masterpiece.

Classen Curve, 5710 N. Classen Blvd., OKC405.607.1199, winterhouseinteriors.com

Winter House Interiors


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Fun, Funky, French Antiques and Consignments with a New Orleans Flair in the Heart of Downtown Oklahoma City…

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Customization is paramount at True North Living – your source for exactly the furnishings you want, crafted by hand in North America from solid wood for impec-

cable, lasting quality in individually perfect style. True North gives customers complete control over their furniture: you choose the type of item, the shape, the di-

mensions, the stain and fabric colors, the hardware and fixtures, from hun-dreds of options in well over ten thou-sand possible com-binations. In a mat-ter of weeks, you’ll have a showpiece made to your exact specifications. And don’t worry about being over-whelmed by pos-sibilities – the staff

are experts at helping customers find optimal choices and making the selection process a snap, so the results will be pieces you will love for life. True North’s solid wood furniture

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True North Living

7318 N. Western Ave., OKC405.843.3900,livingtruenorth.com

comes with a lifetime warranty, and the upholstered pieces carry a 25-year warranty. The family-owned store is stocked with beautiful accents and accessories, and is a gateway to perfect custom pieces for any space. Come create your com-fortable home at True North Living.


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The Wood Garden

Across all elements of design, those that stand out are the expres-sive, the inspired and the unique.

Specializing in all of the above, The Wood Garden’s design team brings a custom approach to each layer of a room’s design – fabric, finishes, furnishings, lighting, art and accessories. Whether it’s inspiration for a remodel you need or just a unique fo-cal point for an existing space, The Wood Garden can bring a new dimension to any area of your home. “We offer something different and unu-sual for our clients,” explains Amie Cook. Family-owned for 15 years, The Wood Gar-den and its designers know what works in a room. Their expertise lies in helping you to surround yourself with the things you love and creating a space that aligns specifically with your individual taste and design needs.

7650 N. Western Avenue, OKC405.848.9663, woodgardenokc.com

FOR MANY YEARS I HAVE COVETED EVERY SINGLE BERGÈRE CHAIR I EVER SPIED. Whether it was in a store or magazine or someone’s home, I was simply in love. From light blue velvet ones to hot pink canvas-clad, but it wasn’t until I was married for 18 years that I actually got one. OK, two. I mixed them in with a circa 1968 chrome and glass coffee table (stolen from my parents) and a straight-backed sofa with nailhead trim, and added scrolled side tables to boot. Is it all French? Heavens, no. No one can live on pâtis-series alone! My chairs stabilize the room and give it the appropri-ate decadence needed. However, large pieces of furniture aren’t the only thing you can add to your home to give it a certain je ne sais quoi. Smaller accent pieces, in the form of scrolled candlesticks, a balustrade lamp, Baroque mir-ror or a toile pillow, can bring a little flair into any room. And if that doesn’t do the trick, a Bergère chair, be it Louis XV or Directoire, definitely will.

Aidan Gray Fauteuil chair and Aidan Gray candlesticks from KS Design in OKC, 405.524.7868 // Cross leg black accent table and mercury glass jars from Red Chateau in OKC, 405.842.2262, redchateau.net // Chateau Coutet Antique bottle from The GreenHouse in Norman, 405.321.3744

VIVE LA FRANCE!WRITER SARA GAE WATERS

PHOTOGRAPHER CARLI WENTWORTH



Form doesn’t have to take a backseat to function, and though these spaces are designed and built to fulfill specific purposes, imagination and the right materials offer plenty of room to create wonders.PHOTOGRAPHER CARLI WENTWORTH

kitchen & bath


Architectural Hardware DesignsPROFILE

When it comes to the design elements that can make the final difference between “fine” and “fantastic,” there’s a new clear

choice in Oklahoma City. Architectural Hardware Designs is a young company with a timeless mis-sion: providing quality, service, functionality and outstanding design in the very finest luxury plumb-ing, hardware and accessories. Gene Goforth has years of experience in prod-uct sales and design, and has worked on a national scale with manufacturers bringing new product into the U.S. for distribution. Rick Henthorn has a deep history of technical and product knowledge in both plumbing and door hardware. Together they have completed hundreds of projects in luxury homes and commercial establishments – and in Architectural Hardware Designs they extend the benefit of their combined expertise to discerning customers in Okla-homa City and beyond. Operating wholesale to the trade, they work with homeowners through their in-terior designers, architects or contractors to provide a prime selection of faucets, sinks, showers, tubs, luxury spas and hardware for cabinets and doors. Many of their designs and featured manufactur-ers could be found in New York, Chicago, Miami or Los Angeles, but have not been in the Oklahoma market until now – brands including Ashley Norton, Lacava, Latoscana by Paini, Sonoma Forge and Waterstone. In kitchens, bathrooms and even outdoor areas, they provide uniquely satisfying choices for comfort and style. With Architectural Hardware Designs, af-fordable luxury is a sure thing.

8012 N. Rockwell Ave., OKC(hours by appointment)405.728.4314, ahdok.com


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Designer Hardware by Faye

430 W. Wilshire Blvd., OKC405.840.4231, dhbyfaye.com

Designer Hardware by Faye was founded in 1982 by industry icon and pioneer Faye Norton. Faye’s

passion for fine design and elegant products has been the foundation for DHbyFaye becoming the leading source for quality kitchen, bath and hardware fixtures. Catering to a discriminating consumer, their clients know, and ex-pect, a personalized experience once they walk through the doors. Knowl-edgeable design consultants are there from beginning to end to ensure no de-tail is overlooked; this attention to detail, as well as 133 years’ combined knowl-edge and experience in the industry, is what sets Designer Hardware apart. In June of 2013, Designer Hardware became the exclusive showroom in the state of Oklahoma for the premier brand – WaterWorks. Their showroom is a one-stop location, housing brands such as BainUltra, Stone Forest, Toto, Newport Brass and Rocky Mountain, just to name a few. They have the ability to put together personalized packages to fit any budget. The staff looks forward to welcom-ing you to Designer Hardware by Faye – come see them, and become a part of the DHbyFaye family.


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Hardware Expressions

210 36th Ave. Southwest, Ste FNorman, 405.364.0539

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G iving your home an image enhancement or personality boost is quick, easy and fun –

just avail yourself of the large selec-tion and professional assistance at Hardware Expressions. Owner Patricia Welch specializes in unique decorative door and cabinet hardware; from classic to contempo-rary or in dazzling designs studded with semi-precious stones and crystals, she has over 55 lines on display in the store. Many of them, in fact, are new additions or carried exclusively by Hardware Expressions. That bounty also includes a large ar-ray of one-of-a-kind hard-ware and several lines of budget-conscious options, as well as bath and decora-tive gate equip-ment, closet rods, hinges, architec-tural mouldings for mantels and

range hoods, decorative vent registers and more, plus, thanks to Welch’s in-dustry sources, hand-carved wood ac-cent pieces including corbels, table legs and feet. Her expertise even extends to kitchen and bath design as well as car-pet, shutters and decorative tile. Whether remodeling a kitchen and bath or simply finishing a project in style by embellishing cabinets and doors, Hardware Expressions is an in-dispensable source for beautiful ways

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The Gibraltar Company

The name is well chosen: Gibraltar indicates solidity, timelessness, something strong and lasting. Like The Gibraltar Company – the family-owned residen-tial and commercial remodeling and

building firm has been a steady presence in the same location for nearly 20 years, and its consistent work is as sterling as its rock-solid reputation. Gibraltar’s design staff is ready to as-sist in all aspects of the process of creat-ing the remodel project of your dreams, from simple updating in any area to en-tire home remodels, master suites or con-ventional room additions. They specialize in full remodeling of bathrooms, kitchens and other spaces indoors and out, as well as custom cabinets, custom gran-ite, quartz or solid surface countertops, floors, sinks and fixtures, room additions … and of course, design consultations and service for all of the above. Consultations can be done in the home, but Gibraltar also welcomes visitors to its well-appointed showroom, where product displays of national brands like Kohler and Delta make the selection process easier. Your vision is their blueprint – let the Casey family and their crew put their dec-ades of experience to work on managing all the details from start to finish, and help you love where you live.

4500 N. Classen Blvd., OKC, 405.521.1100, thegibraltarcompany.com


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A job worth doing is always worth doing right, and that always means focusing on the details. It’s precisely here – in the details – that many of us are prone to lose heart during a

remodeling project or while building a new home. Fortunately, it’s precisely there – in the details – that the professionals at Morrison Supply Company shine. Design inspiration begins in Morrison Supply’s incomparable showroom, where you’ll find innovative solutions for your hardware, appliance and plumbing needs, as well as a staff of highly trained professionals who have the product knowledge and design exper-tise to guide you through the process. Morrison Supply is committed to providing the highest level of service as your partner in bringing your design ideas to life. Personal consultations are an excellent way to start. Make an appointment with one of Morrison Supply’s design experts, or stop by the show-room where their friendly staff is ready to help you conquer the de-tails of your project for a beautiful, finished result. Morrison Supply’s showroom is open Monday-Friday from 8am-6pm; and Saturday from 10am-2pm.

501 N.E. 122nd St., Suite C, OKC405.752.0142, morsco.com

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hōm by warhallThe process of remodeling is all about updating your space – but if

you’re looking to give your home a look that’s truly fresh, visit the newest showroom in the metro for a dazzling display of inspired

contemporary design and modern styling. WarHall Designs began in 1998 as a countertop manufacturing company and has grown into a full-service kitchen and bath design firm. hōm by warhall, a division of WarHall Designs, is complete with every-thing needed for a full-service design remodel including interior design and space planning, or simply to assist in supplying your DIY project. Dedicated to its customers and interior design industry partners, hōm offers a place to design truly fabulous spaces. With the help of the on-staff design team, you can choose from a broad selection of

stylish tiles, contemporary countertops, sleek cabinets and beautiful hardwood floors. hōm by warhall is now open in the Quail Village Shopping Center just west of Quail Springs Mall, and its website is full of ideas and inspiration.

14201 N. May Ave., Suite 202, OKC405.283.4663, hombywarhall.com

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PUTTING A NEW FACE on an outdated bathroom doesn’t re-quire tearing it down to the pipes and starting from scratch – different faucet styles can up-date the style of a space, even without replacing the basin. Various shapes, materials and even finishes affect the final outcome; it’s worth putting in the time to find the option that’s right for your environment. After all, getting your bathroom décor in perfect sync will require put-ting in the perfect sink.

top to bottom: Sigma Reserve Cote d’Or lavatory set with a polished chrome finish, from Morrison Supply Company in OKC, 405.752.0142, morsco.com // Ammara Designs Series 14 two-handle lavatory faucet in oil-rubbed bronze finish, from Designer Hardware by Faye in OKC, 405.840.4231, dhbyfaye.com // Mirabelle two-handle widespread lavatory faucet with a satin nickel finish, from Ferguson Bath, Kitchen and Lighting Gallery in OKC, 405.235.7354, ferguson.com

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Always GreenerPROFILE

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The amazingly luxurious synthetic grass custom-installed by Al-ways Greener is far from typical.

So are the creative Oklahomans be-hind the company. On the side, lead installer Jose Perales is a local fine art painter. Cliff Moser plays lead electric guitar in a rock band. Co-owner Brendan Parker is the lead singer in the children’s music duo Spaghetti Eddie. Holland Vandennieu-wenhof is a documentary filmmaker. It’s been a winning combination for owner Carrie Parker and hus-band Brendan. First, they know artists take pride in quality workmanship for perfect installations. Second, they’re helping fellow local creatives pursue their passions.

The art of teamwork: The Always Greener crew stands by – and on – their work; in this case, the Hadley Holliday yard. Clothing by Blue 7, photo by Greer Inez

“We want to be different from any other company, and hiring artists has a lot to do with that,” Carrie said. “With a synthetic grass installation, there’s a lot of precise cutting and attention to detail and they have the background to stay patient and get it right.” For homeowners, synthetic grass is a choice with a difference, too. Forget any notion of the “artificial turf” of yes-teryear. Think barefoot plush. Putting green perfect. Beautiful views. Modern synthetic lawns are hypoallergenic, ex-tremely low-maintenance and never a drain on precious water resources. As a local company, Always Green-er is committed to 100 percent cus-tomer satisfaction. A premium-quality synthetic lawn changes your lifestyle

for the better. No more mowing. Pets and kids love it. It’s a pleasure to lie on and play on. Explore the ease and feel the benefits of synthetic grass.


NATURAL GAS FOR THE HOME MOST OFTEN FALLS ALONG THREE LINES OF UTILITY: heating water, fueling your stove and oven and beating back the chills of fall and winter. There’s just one problem if you stick with that trio: You’re missing at least a dozen other cool ways to make your life a “gas.” One brilliant application for natural gas holds par-ticular appeal considering Oklahoma’s sometimes-boisterous weather – keeping the lights on when storms blink them off. Most electricity generators run on diesel or gasoline fuel, both of which eventually run out, necessitating trips to get more via heavy containers. Keeping those fuels stored is problematic, too, as their quality degrades over time and contamination is always a threat. A natural-gas generator solves those problems by ty-ing into your existing underground line, creating a re-liable source of electricity even in bad storms. It’s pro-grammed to spring to life instantly with an on-demand gas supply to run it. Dan Reeves, president of Landmark Fine Homes, part-nered with Oklahoma Natural Gas Co. to build a natural gas concept home in Norman’s Carrington Lakes neigh-borhood. It features no fewer than 15 natural-gas-pow-ered amenities. The generator is the biggest hit, he says. “I think everybody wants to get a natural gas backup generator,” he said. “People love it.” Check out these nifty natural gas options you may never have heard of:

A COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS FILLING STATION IN THE GARAGE: Park your CNG-powered automobile, click the hose into the filling port and you’ve got a full tank in the morning. Natural gas costs about 50 percent less to fuel the same miles provided by gasoline.

MOOD: Natural gas lights in the entryway or out-door spaces can’t be replicated for their ambiance and uniqueness. Gas flames effuse an enchanting Old World quiescence that wafts over family and guests.

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A NATURAL GAS-FIRED PIZZA OVEN: Indoors or out, it’s a rare restaurant-quality amenity.

NATURAL GAS HEATING OF THE POOL AND HOT TUB: It’s faster and more efficient.

THE EVERYDAY: With a gas-powered dryer, fireplaces, stove and oven, central heat, outdoor grill and tank-less water heater, Landmark’s concept home earned a Home Energy Rating System score of 57. Standard new homes rate at 100 on the scale. That means the concept home is 43 percent more efficient.

TAXES AND SAVINGS: The state and federal govern-ments offer tax-saving incentives for using alternative fuels. ONG offers rebates and other dollar-saving pro-grams, including “ONE in Energy” for new homes.

GAS-POWERED THEATER ROOM: OK, maybe not. But when the electricity goes out, it’s natural gas powering that backup generator.

Previous page: The natural gas concept home’s backyard patio includes gas lighting, a pizza oven and grill. // This page, clockwise from top: Natural gas pool heaters can warm pools up to twice as fast and for less money. // A natural gas pizza oven // Outdoor gas fireplace // Gas grill // Special thanks to Marcum’s Nursery in OKC, 405.691.9100, marcumsnursery.com, for supplying live plants and pots for this photo shoot.

From left to right: Nestled into the seashell is a selection of sedum, jade plant (crassula ovate), echeveria, euphorbia, senecio and kalanchoe, plus a little pop of hens and chicks for fun; from TLC Florist & Greenhouses in OKC, 405.751.0630 or 405.720.0091, tlcgarden.com. // If you’re interested in making your own arrange-ment, let visual flair be your guide – just remember to pack the soil loosely, maybe mix in some pearlite to help the pot drain and don’t overwater; less is better than more during colder weather. // The gray Newport bowl contains an assortment of agave, burro’s tail and echeveria in a combination of different heights that make the group especially eye-pleasing; from Calvert’s Plant Interiors in OKC, 405.848.6642, calverts.com

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IN THE UPCOMING WINTER MONTHS, nature’s beauty becomes starker and more monochro-matic, with a color scheme that’s mostly black and white and gray; if you want to continue seeing green leaves until spring rolls around again, it’s time to lay in some in-house floral arrangements. And for ease of care and consistent beauty, succulents – plants that store water internally in thick, fleshy leaves or stems – are a perfect pick. Please your visual palate this winter with a succulent collection like these.


WITH 29 FAMILY MEMBERS, including 14 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren, Christmas Day at Janice and Terry Carty’s Nichols Hills home is big, joyous and loud. The interspersed morning arrivals of their five daughters’ families inevitably begin with eager children dashing, of-ten with their heavy coats still on, for one thing: their personal stockings they know by heart from Christmases past. Janice is a year-round hunter for stocking stuffers, so they’re too heavy to be easily hung with care. They flank the fireplace, dot the floor and sprawl on the skirt of the 9-foot tree in the family room. The Cartys’ blended European-style abode’s nearly 7,000 square feet can handle the influx. Even in winter, the luxury backyard is available for overflow, warding away the cold with its own substantial fireplace and portable heaters surrounding the saltwater pool and spa. Janice and Terry personally designed and built the home to be luxuri-ous and large from the ground up. Janice is the driving force, along with daughter Amie Cook, behind The Wood Garden boutique in northwest OKC. The store is home base for her interior design services, but its small footprint doesn’t begin to capture the breadth of her work that takes the two, along with designer Lisa Cazes, all over the nation. A full-home design project in Jupiter, FL, necessitated three semi-truckloads of interior and exterior goods to complete. Closer to home, the trio has styled the residence of Russell Westbrook, the Thunder’s All-Star point guard. Terry is a developer, general contractor and head of the Carland Group. The couple often work in tandem and their house was designed for their close-knit family. Janice’s design goal at Christmastime is primarily for the children. “It’s probably not as important to them as it is to me, but that’s a real big thing for me. I want them to feel really special.”

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A formal dining room for large gatherings was a must for the Cartys. All of their immediate family members live in central Oklahoma and their businesses are a family affair. Their four sons-in-law work in key positions with Terry’s Carland Group. “My girls married good,” Terry says.


The family room has ample space to spread out the celebration.


From left: An elegant curving staircase wraps an arm around the 12-foot main Christmas tree in the front entry. The travertine tile flooring is imported from Turkey. // The Old World exterior design is reflected in the inviting horseshoe apron drive. Twin wall-mounted lanterns ignite red and white wreaths and garlands framing the glass-and-iron doors – an enticing visual invitation for joyful greetings with family and friends. // An imported marble fireplace illumi-nates an antique clock and coffee table in a small living room beside the home’s entrance.



From left: Terry found a source for a palatial teak ceiling from India and was waiting for the perfect place to put it. Two lifts were needed to install the 800-pound piece in the office. // Thoughtful touches of Christmas appear throughout the home, including Christmas cookies by Saradee’s Sweet Treats, Norman.

From left: Soothing colors in the master bedroom encourage a restful mindset. // Janice’s expert artisans re-created the finishes in the master bath from a picture frame she liked.



BUSINESS DIRECTORYMorrison Supply Company501 N.E. 122nd St., Suite C, OKC405.752.0142morsco.com

Norwalk Furniture & Design12100 N. May Ave., OKC405.748.5774norwalkfurnitureokc.com

OKC Estate Sales405.949.9935okcestatesales.com

Old World Iron8405 Mantle Ave., OKC405.722.0008owiokc.com

Paint Your Art Out10 S. Broadway Ave., Edmond405.513.5333paintyourartout.net

Paseo Originals Gallery2920 Paseo St., OKC405.604.6602paseooriginals.com

Pleasant Pools & Spas405.751.3105pleasantpoolsandspas.com

Reclaimed Lumber Solutions13125 Skyland Dr., Yukon405.305.6353reclaimedlumbersolutions.com

Red Chateau9205 N. Penn Ave., OKC405.842.2262redchateau.net

SR Hughes3410 S. Peoria Ave.,Suite 100, Tulsa918.742.5515srhughes.com

Starr Home14201 N. May Ave., Suite 204, OKC405.751.9700starrhomeokc.com

Theo’s Marketplace3720 W. Robinson St., Norman405.364.0728theosmarketplace.com

True North Living7318 N. Western Ave., OKC405.843.3900livingtruenorth.com

Wayne Griffiths Homes405.387.4999wghomes.com

Winter House Interiors5710 N. Classen Dr., OKC405.607.1199winterhouseinteriors.com

The Wood Garden7650 N. Western Ave., OKC405.848.9663woodgardenokc.com

Goodman Construction, LLC405.720.7663

Grant Design405.473.9978grantdesignokc.com

Hahn Appliance Warehouse3947 W. Reno Ave., OKC405.600.6925hahnappliance.com

Hardware Expressions210 36th Ave. S.W., Suite F, Norman405.364.0539hardwareexpressions.com

Hemispheres5561 N.W. Expressway, OKC405.773.8410

Heritage Renovations501 N. Meridian Ave., OKC405.887.4121heritagerenovations.net

hōm by warhall14201 N. May Ave., Suite 202, OKC405.283.4663hombywarhall.com

Interbank405.782.4200interbankus.com

John B. Strong Fine Art7302 N. Western Ave., OKC405.843.7955johnbstrong.com

JRB Art at the Elms2810 N. Walker Ave., OKC405.528.6336jrbartgallery.com

Kanon Gallery124 N.W. 8th St., OKC405.601.3091kanongallery.com

Ketch Design Centre4416 N. Western Ave., OKC405.525.7757ketchdesigncentre.com

KS Design7648 N. Western Ave., OKC405.524.7868

Les Debris7 N.E. 10th St., OKC405.272.0340lesdebris.com

Luxurious Spaces405.850.8743luxuriouspaces.com

Mister Robert109 E. Main St., Norman405.321.1818

Monticello Cabinets & Doors512 S.W. 3rd St., OKC405.228.4900monticellocabinets.com

30A Home1106 N.W. 50th St., OKC405.286.315330ahome.com

AC Dwellings405.627.9193acdwellings.com

Always Greener405.443.6070agokc.com

Architectural Hardware Designs8012 N. Rockwell Ave., OKC405.728.4314ahdok.com

BD Home5840 N. Classen Blvd., Suite 1, OKC405.602.0578bdhome.com

Bob Mills Furniture3600 W. Reno Ave., OKC405.947.6500bobmillsfurniture.com

Boomers Marketplace11600 N. Pennsylvania Ave., OKC405.748.9060boomersmarketplaceokc.com

Candelaria Foster Contracting8028 N. May Ave., OKC405.254.5161

Central Vacuum Systems405.751.1711centralvacuumsystemsok.com

Christopher Lee & Company Fine Homes219 W. Wilshire Ave., Suite 101A, OKC405.314.2098chrisleehomes.com

Classic Home Interiors10407 N. May Ave., OKC405.749.8707

The Curtain Exchange6478 Avondale Dr., OKC405.840.0090thecurtainexchange.com

Decorating Den Interiors405.308.2611decdens.com/denisesmith

Designer Hardware by Faye430 W. Wilshire Blvd., OKC405.840.4231dhbyfaye.com

Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery3901 W. Reno Ave., OKC405.235.7354ferguson.com

Gary Randolph Master Builder6440 Avondale Dr., Suite 200, OKC405.226.3560garyrandolph.com

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