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According to the Texas
Builders Association, 42 percent
of home-building dollars are spent on
kitchens and baths. Why? Realtors say people
look frst at kitchens and baths. Te kitchen is
our command post, where we tend to congregate the
most, and the bath is where we decompress, reboot and
escape from all of the congregation. Its a perfect marriage
that is well worth the investment when you consider time
spent in these rooms. The kitchen, in particular, offers a
cohesive balance of fve elements that connect us to Mother
Nature: wood, fre, earth, metal and water. Its just natural to
gravitate to this space, whether you are a culinary genius or social
butterfy drawn to the fame.
With this issue, the featured kitchens refect modern life more
than ever. Individual preferences are in abundance, from open shelving to
efcient, out-of-sight storage; custom drawers; innovative electrical options
and smart movements; cool lighting and of course, eco-friendly materials
and quality craftsmanship. Who says we cant have it all?
Whether you are shopping German kitchens from Poggenpohl, Italian
from Valcucine or Spanish kitchens from Cosentino, you can shop the
world over right here in our magazine.
Need an architect to get started? I had the pleasure of attending
the Chinati Foundations annual dinner in Marfa last October. Tere,
in the middle of what I call nowhere and everywhere, I met principal
architect Chris Carson of Ford, Powell & Carson. From the Chinati
gallery that holds a Dan Flavin installation to the renovation of the
Alamo, Ford, Powell & Carsons range is truly breathtaking. And it
is with great pleasure that our editors were able to put together a
spectacular retrospective on the frms work in this issue.
So whether you spend time in your kitchen or bath, take a trip to
Marfa or simply hang out in your own backyard, enjoy the spring
season. Best said by famed architect Frank Lloyd Wright, Study
nature; love nature; stay close to nature. It will never fail you.
We love our kitchens and baths because they connect us
to our treasures. We hope you take full advantage and
appreciate this issue of Interiors Texas.
BLAKE STEPHENSON
PUBLISHER
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Interiors Texas turns
2 years old in April, and
I swear its only been six months.
Tat old adage is righttime fies when
youre having fun, and when you love all
things design-related like I do, its pure joy to cull
through the amazing projects and story ideas that
come across my desk each month. Te dramatic contrast
of styles this huge state ofers is exciting, and theres always
something unexpected. Tis issue, we showcase a brownstone
in Te Woodlands near Houston, belonging to designer and
builder Kevin Spearman, who paid homage to his Minnesota roots
with elegant, streamlined Scandinavian-inspired interiors that look
gorgeous next to all that interior brick. Also, he uses black on the
walls here and there in a way that looks tailored and chic, and thats no
easy feat. In Dallas, you cant get any more cutting-edge contemporary
than architect Max Levy. A newly completed house along the Katy Trail
designed by Levy for an art collector and philanthropist takes advantage of
the trees and trail views in a completely unexpected way. I like how Levys
brain works, and I think youll love his solution to building on a narrow
lot as much as I do. (Te home will also be included in Dallas Modern, a
monograph produced by Te Dallas Architecture Forum, featuring notable
modern homes, available this September.)
Its also our second annual Kitchen and Bath Issueour Hot List is a
roundup of must-haves for the two most-used rooms of the house, including
that dazzling red kitchen on the opening spread by Pohlenz Dallas Valcucine.
In this story youll fnd new luxury hardware like THG Paris natural horn
handles, and one of the coolest tubs Ive ever seen, customized in lime
green by Blu Bathworks. If youre renovating, or just dreaming, youll fnd
Austin kitchen-and-bath expert Emily Seiders tips and trends an essential
resource. After all, our job is not just to show you pretty houses, but to
keep you up-to-date on whats hot and happening across the state
so fip to the front of the book and check out our New & Notable
pages, a collection of openings, products and lines. We also profle
two young creatives in this issueAustin product designer
Rebecca Finell and Dallas interior designer Amy Tomasson,
two talented women who are already making their mark in
Texas. We end with a fascinating Interior Monologue
profle on a woman who continues to make her mark
on design: furniture designer Holly Hunt, who
opens frst-ever Texas showrooms in Dallas
and Houston in June.
Enjoy!
REBECCA SHERMAN
EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
rsherman@modernluxury. com
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NOW IN TEXAS
NEW &
NOTABLE 32 Te inside scoop on this years
365 Modern Living Cocktail
Reception; a sleek new line from
furniture maven Jennifer Hutton;
Louis Kazan launches Texas locales;
B&B Italia debuts the closet system
of your dreams; the chicest spring
accessory for mans best friend.

TRENDS 40 Revive your abode with springs
hautest pop of color.
REAL ESTATE 42 A $4.95 million modern Euclid
Avenue stunner in Dallas, plus a
trendy minimalist place on the
market in Marfa
LIVING IN TEXAS
SPOTLIGHT 47 Porta Romana introduces out-of-
this-world lighting fxtures.
ILLUMINATION 48 Celebrate warmer weather with
high-style patio lighting.
SHOPS 50 Our top picks serve up the
trendiest settingsjust in time for
spring entertaining.
PEOPLE 54 Amy Tomasson brings a unique
perspective to traditional decor with
her Dallas frm, House of Amelia.
56 Austins design darling, Rebecca
Finell, redefnes stylishly functional.
ARCHITECTURE 58 Hailing from San Antonio, the
storied architectural ofce, Ford,
Powell & Carson, ushers in a new era.
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EXPLORE
SPOTLIGHT 97 Te new swoonworthy ofering
from Gulfstreamfully customized
for Million Air Dallas feet
SECOND NEST 98 Set your sights beyond the sea.
Tese gleaming lakeside estates
are great candidates for the perfect
second home.
HOSPITALITY 102 From Austins new restaurant
and wine-bar laV to the buzzworthy
renovations of Houstons Lancaster
hotel, weve got the latest and greatest
places that should end up on your
travel roster.
DISPATCH 106 A thorough rundown of
this years Maison et Objet fair held
in Paris
ON THE COVER
PHOTOGRAPHY:
Charles Davis Smith
DESIGNER:
Robin Beckerman Interiors
ARCHITECT:
Max Levy Architect
HOUSE PARTY TEXAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
MARKETPLACE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
INTERIOR MONOLOGUE
144 Holly Hunt talks all-things
design, success and a dazzling
inheritance.
CORRECTION
The cover photo of our Winter 2014 issue, table of contents photo and some of the
Austin home feature photos were incorrectly attributed. They were shot by Taggart
Sorensen. We regret the error.
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FEATURES
FEATURES
DANISH
MODERN 64 Near Houston, Kevin
Spearmans dream home
was inspired by his love of
Scandinavian design.
THE UPSIDE 72 In Dallas, a classic
Max Levy-architected
house takes advantage of
treetop views.
STATE OF
THE ART 80 Kitchen & Bath Hot
List: whats new and
newsworthy across Texas
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COCKTAIL HOUR
This years 365 Modern Living
Cocktail Receptions celebrate the best
in private contemporary design from
haute housing to works of art.
In just two years, the Dallas Architecture Forums 365 Modern
Living Cocktail Receptions have become one of the states most
anticipated home tours. Its not hard to understand whythe
Forums clout in the architecture community allows entry into a
tightly edited and exclusive trio of homes that would otherwise be
off limits to the public. Also, instead of visitors tramping through a
dozen homes in a day, the 365 tour hosts a small cocktail
reception in a single house each month (April 30, May 15 and
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June 12). Theres also an added bonus you dont get on most
home toursthe design teams for each house give a brief talk.
This years agenda includes a private backyard gallery designed
by Booziotis and Company with interior design by Andre
Putman and gardens by Michael Van Valkenburgh, and a
creekside home designed by legendary architect Bud Oglesby
for his sister, with interior design by Emily Summers. Tickets $75-
$300, dallasarchitectureforum.org Rebecca Sherman
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Whether youre a rock star, celebrity
with an entourage or a guest at the
most exclusive of family reunions,
The Ritz-Carlton, Dallas new
Privacy Wing is made for a crowd
(as well as for avoiding them).
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arm with their own security detail
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by Andre Putman can be
toured on April 30 as a part
of the 365 Modern Living
Cocktail Receptions.
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Smart
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A fortuitous vacation to Austin led
Jennifer Hutton, former Donghia
furniture designer and the niece of
infuential Donghia Design Director John
Hutton, to a love afair with the capital
citys foodie scene and entrepreneurial
spirit. Jennifer, who relocated there last
spring, currently splits her time between
Texas and New York, stepping into the
spotlight for the frst time with her own
furniture line, Jennifer Hutton for Jamie
Stern, which launched in March. Its
glamour-meets-comfort with Jennifers
Bonnie Cashin-inspired Bonnie,
architecturally minimalist Granada and
Moderne, streamlined Oceana; and all
destined to become classics, just like the
designs she and her uncle created at
Donghia. Drawing on the golden mean
ratio to ft the body, Jennifers latest work
has an inherent quality of tailored
timelessness. Like an architect creates
plans for a building, I do the same for a
piece of furniture, she says. I design
furniture from within, engineering all the
materials to collaboratively move together
and give the perfect support for the
human form. And this is just the
beginning: Stern and Jennifer plan to
introduce four collections a year.
jamiesterndesign.com Kendall Morgan
GREAT CURVES
Furniture designer
Jennifer Hutton,
seated on the Oceana
chair from her new
line, Jennifer Hutton
for Jamie Stern
A Way With Wood

Louis Kazan, the 20-year-old Brazilian company
behind sculptural furnishings crafted by hand from
exotic hardwoods using sustainable practices,
has migrated to Texas, launching this spring in
Dallas and Houston. Known as a manufacturer
of ne furniture for European luxury hotels,
palaces and yachts, the company offers
its signature elegance to the trade through
details such as crystal insets and tops,
and bracelet overlays of wood, lacquer and
leather. From $2,000- $13,000, in Dallas, Cory
Pope & Associates, corypope.com; in Houston,
Lign International, thelignegroup.com CD
LAY OVER
Louis Kazans Sibipiruna
coffee table comes in wood
and lacquer with an
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KITCHEN BATH TILE HARDWOOD MOSAICS
Luxurious hide rugs by
Kyle Bunting. Te elegantly stitched and
laser-cut designs in chevron shapes, mosaic
patterns, squares and checks, and swirls
and quatrefoil shapes come in a rainbow
of color options, but the silver and gold
acid-washed hides are amazing.
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Burning Question
How do you amp up the luxury
quotient at home? Helen Thompson
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Good lightingand not just
decorative lighting, but lighting
thats controlled and multilayered.
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Velvet upholstery for the extra
dimension it gives a piece of furniture.
Her favorite: F. Schumachers
Gainsborough velvet that comes in
deliciously evocative colors such as
petal, salmon and seafoam.
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HOUSTON, BISCUIT-HOME.COM
Backstage Pass
Attention fashionistas and design divas: B&B Italias new
Backstage bespoke wardrobe systemavailable in Texas in June
just might change your life, if not leave it much more organized. Designed
by Antonio Citterio, who was inspired by challenges faced on his luxury
hospitality and residential projects, the closets are completely customizable
to accommodate any room layout. With doors that retract into the
wardrobe, even small spaces become walk-in closets, and a separate,
sealed unit stores out-of-season clothes. Built of ne materials such as
Brazilian chestnut, lacquer and shellac, lustworthy details include leather
or bronze-nickel handles, leather clothing and accessories trays, and shirt
compartments, all lit by energy-efcient LEDs. Priced on request,
in Houston, Internum, internumhouston.com; in Dallas and Austin,
Scott + Cooner, scottcooner.com RS
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Backstage closet systems
glow with LEDs and are
crafted in leather and
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Corpus Christi artist Maricela
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Sanchezs recently launched online
business featuring crates made with
sturdy, marine-grade plastic was
conceived after years of frustration
with uninspiring dog-crate design.
Her aha moment came when
friends started commenting on the
openwork gates she had created
for her home, and she decided to
adapt some original monotype
designs for pooch repose. Love the
crates, but no dog? How about a
poolside towel bin? Basically if
people have a challenge, and they
need a solution, I can create it,
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CORPUS CHRISTI
Houston foral master David Brown ushers in spring
with monochromatic blooms in snowy whites,
blacks and deep violets. Its really about putting
together an exciting collection of unexpected yet
beautiful colors, says Brown, whose namesake
store recently relocated from Uptown and
is now housed in a contemporary 60s-era
building along Houstons megahot design
enclave on West Alabama. Long noted for his
lush blooms and wide, fourishing roses, he
scours fower markets around the world looking
for the best blossoms. 3637 W. Alabama St.,
713.664.9597, davidbrownfowers.com Melissa Jacobs
Rites of Spring
The Blooms Brown is Buzzing About
HOUSTON
Leggy,
22-inch-
stem sweet
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A rare, pure white
variation of gloriosa
Rothschildiana, a
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Exotic stems
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Tis house in Old Highland Park is a study in layered surprises. Te
remodel, by Terrasse Properties, kept the original front and east side
of the house to adhere to preservation rules, but started over on the
inside. Step across the entrance and gaze upon a gallery-style open
hallway to the rear of the house, punctuated by a showstopping
staircase. To the left are living and dining rooms that open onto a
patio. To the right is a living area that is currently an of ce but could
easily transition to a music room or conversation area. Adjacent are
a chilled wine room, a sweeping Poliform kitchen and family room
that overlooks the yard and lap pool. Upstairs, a sky bridge with glass
panels in the foor (ladies, careful) leads to three bed-and-bath combos,
a cantilevered game room and a separate bedroom and entrance
(mother-in-law suite, nanny apartment or live-in housekeeper digs?)
With this versatile, livable showplace, anything goes. Connie Dufner
$4.95 MILLION
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OUTSIDE IN
Clockwise from top left: The
living room, master bedroom,
second-oor sky bridge and
back courtyard all share one
thing in common: copious
amounts of natural light.
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ON THE OUTSIDE An attractive circa
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landscaping on a covetous corner at
Euclid and Byron, its close to the Katy
Trail, Prather Park and Knox Street
shopping, fronting an avenue wide
enough for the streetcar that once
traversed it.
ON THE INSIDE A stunning 2008 redo with
a dramatic, light-flled entrance anchored
by a foating staircasea house where
it is as easy to throw a swanky cocktail
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DETAILS Te 6,756-square-foot home,
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Speed of Light
LIVING
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London-based lighting genius Porta
Romana has launched a new spring
collection, Photon, that takes a quantum
leap from retro-inspired to updated
glamour. Gabo, a gyroscopic chandelier
made from four interdependent, free-
moving Perspec drops, is cut and polished
by hand, while Sputnik, a graphic doodle
in antiqued brass and bronze, makes
an out-of-this-world nod to the 1957
Russian satellite that dazzled the world.
Prices upon request, Culp Associates,
culpassociates.com Carla Jordan
SPIRO
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From left: Porta
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and Gabo chandeliers
DALLAS & HOUSTON
BRIGHT SPOTS
Clockwise from above:
Tolomeo XXL oor lamp,
$16,000, at Artemide,
Dallas, Design Within
Reach, Austin, and Light,
Houston, artemide.com;
Globe, $520, and Sous Mon
Arbre, $665, at Ligne
Roset, Dallas and Houston,
ligneroset.com; B.lux AMS
xture, $1,633-$3,311, by
Global Lighting at Nest
Modern, Austin and San
Antonio, nestmodern.com.
A bevvy of showstopping new outdoor lighting
amps ups the alfresco experience with scale, wit
and theatrics. Not content to stay in the footlights,
Artemides outsize, Tolomeo XXL foor lamp jumps
center stage into the spotlight, with a U.S. debut this
spring, while Ligne Rosets hanging Sous Mon Arbre
lantern and glowing Globe fxture give an outdoor
room an irresistible ambience. Lighting designer
David Abads pierced, stainless and corten B.lux
AMS boxes for Global Lighting shed new light on the
situation, with geometric patterns of illumination that
play artfully across the ground. Such works of art,
youll be tempted to bring all indoors!
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Dallas local Brandie Gehan of
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white china palette as a bold burst
of color. Her latest collections, the
Zelda, Maxwell and Birkin, lay bright
turquoise and deep navy pigments
under whimsical patterns. As always,
the bone china and porcelain pieces
are all dishwasher safe. $26-$69.95,
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In homage to his eponymous brand,
Michael Aram drew inspiration
from his design repertoire to create
the 25th anniversary Commemorative
Collection. The 25-piece ensemble
gleams in artisan-crafted, 24K gold-
and-silver candlesticks, accessories
and serving bowls. $79-$459,
Berings, Houston; The Linen
Boutique; Dallas, Cole & Co, Tyler;
michaelaram.com
TABLE ART
This ock of designers is turning the tables on standard dinnerware
and accessories with springs new bold colors, marbleized patterns
and artisan-crafted pieces in red clay and 24K gold.
By Kelsi Maree Borland
DINNER PARTY
B by Brandies colorful
Truman appetizer and
salad plates are made to
mix with solid rimmed
Vanderbilt dinner plates
and Astor chargers.
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Delorme. With delicate,
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and cotton tablecloths
and napkins, the
Sashiko Collection ushers
in spring with whimsy.
$40-$660, Yves Delorme,
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Brit Chic
The new Siena Collection from British home interiors label Belgrave Place
is inspired by classic Italian marbling found in ne papers. Using high-quality
clay as a medium, the collection of bowls, plates and cups is meticulously
handcrafted in an artisan workshop with swirling pigments in burgundy, green,
ochre, yellow and blue, making each piece entirely unique.
$114-$980, belgraveplace.com
Gold Standard
For its 10th anniversary
Sous le Ciel collection,
LObjet looked on the
emperors of Chinas
Han Dynasty as muse.
Mingling Limoges soft white
porcelain with 24K gold,
the collection comes to life
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When Dallas interior designer Amy Tomasson was
10 and living in Sweeny, Texas, her mother wished
to re-upholster the living-room furniture. In the
end, it was Tomasson who selected the materials.
Tat was my frst design gig, she says. I loved
those fabricsand I still love them. Today, shes
known for melding midcentury classicsArne
Jacobsen, Milo Baughmanwith heirlooms and
contemporary art. And, fttingly, for her willingness
to hunt and re-upholster: She recently chased down
six Saarinen lounge chairs from separate Texas
shops before giving them fresh life in buttery yellow
leather. She honed her aesthetic alongside design
greats George Cameron Nash, Emily Summers
and David Cadwallader before establishing her
House of Amelia design frm in early 2014. My
design is uniqueits a blending of their styles
and my own, she says. Its an approach refected
in the Oak Clif home she shares with husband
Joe Ramirez, and in her current project slated to
wrap midsummer, a Max Levy architected lake
house in Athens. It is a refned, rustic-modern
camp house, she says. Levys screened-in, swing-
flled porches and corrugated metal roof frames
the backdrop for Tomassons infuence: rich
American Leather seating, Nakashima-inspired
tables with butterfy joinery and handwoven
rugs from Mexico. Te fnishes are simple
materials, without any fuss or pretension, she
says. Much like that frst upholstery project.
Thomasson Talks Trends
COLOR Pantones Radiant Orchid. It has a happy,
energetic, creative vibe. Im planning a room
scheme in the hue for a client right now.
NATURE I like to use organic elements in my
designs. I especially love the petrifed stumps at
Mango Trading Co.
ACCENTS I just love gold accents. I see them
everywhere. Gold elements lend warmth and
elegance. Her faves include Alexander Lamonts
designs for Jean de Merry.
WHIMSY People respond to the whimsical, fun vibe
that hanging chairs create. Ive always had one in
my house, and even had one in college. She loves
Nauticas powder-coated rattan version.
CLEAN SLATE

FRESH FACE
Interior designer
Amy Thomasson
recently launched
her own design rm,
House of Amelia.
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Once behind the scenes for some of Texas top designers and showrooms,
Dallas designer Amy Thomasson steps into the spotlight with House of Amelia.
By Jessica Elliott
DALLAS
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LIVING IN TEXAS | PEOPLE
of in an origami decor line. Misfolda 72-inch-
long cascade of white angular piecescomes folded
in a little black box and can be hung vertically,
horizontally, or en masse for dramatic efect as art
or as a screen. Speaking of visual impact, her latest
creation, Spire, is a ferce and fun torpedo-shaped
hook that becomes an artistic or functional focal
point, whether mounted singly or in a large group.
Its also a product that designer Finell just thought
needed to exist. And, like all of her creations, its
where form and function converge beautifully.
FORM AND FUNCTION
From top: Designer Rebecca
Finell; Misfold ($220 each)
is a 72-inch-long cascade of
synthetic paper, part of her
origami decor line; 3-D
silicone Bubble place mats
($110 for set of two) align
to form a table runner and
Finells own vase design.
Designer Rebecca Finells canny, stylish baby
products revolutionized an industry where cute
usually trumps utility. Her ingenious sensibility
is coupled with a Ms. Fix-It impulse that bestows
everything Finell touches with chic revelation. Tere
are at least 2 million buyers of Finells Frog Pod (a
24-inch-long wall-mounted plastic scoop in which to
clean and store bath toys) who worship the ground
the designer walks on. After selling her award-
winning company, Boon, two years ago, the mother
of three has turned her talent to housewaresan area
she admits is her frst love.
Te new company, Finell Co. (fnell.co), is
based in Austin, a move the entrepreneur made
from Tempe, Ariz., to have access to creative types
who populate the hipster mecca. Its obvious that
the decision paid of: Finells product lines began
rolling out in February, starting with 3-D silicone
place mats that are heat-resistant and can seamlessly
align to form a table runner. A 20-inch Grip tray is
also coming. Made of powder-coated aluminum,
the round tray ($495) comes in black or white and is
crisscrossed with silicone bands that secure drinks and
dishes in their web. Youve seen waiters lose control
of a tray, Finell says, and once those dishes start to
slide, gravity takes over. Tis tray holds everything in
place no matter what.
Many of the 37-year-olds products are made
of silicone, chosen for its smooth texture and
indestructibility. But Finell also favors crystal, birch,
walnut, quartz and the synthetic paper she shows
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While sustainability may currently be
enjoying its brightest moment under
the architectural sun, the concept
is hardly new. As far back as the
1930s, the legendary ONeil Ford
(1905-1982), a founding father of
Texas modernism, incorporated the
philosophy into his work. Ford took
his practice to San Antonio in 1939,
beginning an architectural love afair
with the Alamo City and beyond
that still continues. Embarking on
year 75, the award-winning frm of
Ford, Powell & Carson (fpcarch.com)
continues to advance the founding
legacy into the 21st century. Principal
Chris Carson says, We didnt call it
sustainability; we didnt call it green;
but it was in the DNA of the frm
from the very beginning. In fact,
ONeils really early work had a lot to
do with how breezes move through
a building, and shading, and the
natural lightall of that, which has
now really come into the forefront.
And its becoming even more so, and
more technologically sophisticated.
Te frms laurels over the years
are plentiful, including awards for
historic renovation, sustainability,
lifetime achievement, Architecture
Firm of the Year for 1999 and
Peoples Choice Awards from such
prestigious groups as the American
Institute of Architects and Texas
Society of Architects. Cibolo Creek
Ranch, near Marfaan adobe
building that
DESIGN
DNA
As San Antonios Ford, Powell
& Carson enters its 75th year,
the fabled architectural rm
continues to draw on founder
ONeil Fords legacy.
By Steve Carter
HAUTE HELLENIC
This new construction
in San Antonio by Ford,
Powell & Carson
architects was
inspired by Greek
vernacular houses, and
includes a clay tile roof
(fred at three different
levels to make the tiles
look old), and
architectural elements
purchased during a trip
to Greece.
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the harsh elements;
architect Chris Carson; a
Mediterranean revival
villa, which was
constructed in 1916, on
the shores of what is
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and is owned by the
Austin Museum of Art.
the frm restored and built
an addition forwon four national and state
awards, including the AIA National Award
for Excellence in Design. Te frms practice
continues to evolve: Were getting into large-
scale planning, linear parks, special kinds of
things along rivers. Weve even been asked
now to work in China and other places that
want this river idea of what San Antonio has.
Tat project would involve hotels, mixed-use
developments with restaurants, art galleries
and more, in the city of Nanjing, along the
Qinhuai River. Closer to home, theres a new
project were doing here with several architects,
sort of a linear park from the
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RANCH STYLE
Clockwise from top: A new construction
ranch house on the Rio Grande
includes traditional Spanish inuences
such as a tower for viewing the
property; an interior room of a house
in San Antonio includes a plaster cast
of a tree designed in Egypt, a
travertine oor, and vintage Knoll and
other modern furniture; Ford, Powell &
Carson renovated an old calvary
barrack in Marfa for the Chinati
Foundations rotating exhibitsthe
gallery uses no electricity and relies
on natural light.
north, San Pedro Springs
coming through the city and almost down
to the mission, he says. Te frm recently
completed the Robert J. and Helen C.
Kleberg South Texas Heritage Center
in San Antonio, restoring its historic
Pioneer Hall and creating an additional
natural light-infused atrium building.
To call Ford, Powell & Carsons
portfolio diverse only begins to tell the
story. Its a creative mixed bag of solar
houses, restorations of historic places such
as the Alamo and Mission San Juan, along
with installation spaces for artist Dan
Flavins neon sculptures at Marfas Chinati
Foundation, and educational facilities such
as the University of Dallas and San Antonios
Trinity University. But whether the work is
cultural, commercial, educational, sacred,
residential or preservation, theres a common
thread to the frms aesthetic philosophy.
I think one of the things is incorporating
indigenous vernacular elements and
materials, and the craftsmanship that
goes in the construction of the buildings,
Carson says. And ONeil Ford really
had that sense of buildings that ft the
site in a more natural way. Te relation of
the building to the site has always been
something thats important to us, and the
way buildings relate in an urban fabric.
Still evergreen at three quarters of a century
old, you might say that Ford, Powell &
Carson itself is sustaining quite nicely.
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design, with seats upholstered in Great Plains
leather from Holly Hunt. The green velvet sofa
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the antique French desk in Avignon and the
wool, sisal, and silk area rug is by Hokanson.
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Designer Kevin Spearmans luxuriously executed Old
World style mansions appeal to sophisticated globe-
trotters accustomed to the fner things in life. Yet art
collector and frequent traveler Spearman has a soft spot
for sleek architecture and a preference for clean lines.
So when the designer became his own client after a
divorce, he opted for a clean slate. I decided to start
over completely, says the father of four boys, whos a
principal of Bellacasa Design and a partner with his
brother in custom home builder Windstone Partners.
But surprisingly, Spearman didnt build his own
house (Id already done that). Nor did he choose an
architectural style for which he is known.
Tanks to an obsession with a
particular style of house,
Spearman opted
for the one that would make him happy. Ive always loved
brownstones, he says about the multistory townhouses
typical of New York and densely populated cities in Europe.
Spearman found an end unit for sale in a cluster of fve
brownstone-like townhouses in Te Woodlands. It was
already sold, he recalls, but I felt like something
would work out. Tree weeks later, it did.
With a clear vision already in
his head, Spearman
BOLD MOVE
Spearman wanted his kitchen to exhibit
European restraint and chose iconic wire Knoll
chairs to fank the wenge dining peninsula.
Walls are a custom white with a black accent
wall, a theme that the designer continues
throughout the house. The counter surfaces are
Caesarstone and the refrigerator is Sub-Zero.
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gutted the four-story dwelling.
I moved every wall and changed every
surface, he says. I had a new life and I wanted
the house to be a refection of me. A big part
of Spearman is that hes a Minnesotan, where
he, his parents, and his fve brothers and sister
lived until they moved the family business (a
medical technology company) to Houston
28 years ago when Spearman was in his 20s.
I was very infuenced by the Scandinavian
heritage there, he says about the state with the
largest Scandinavian population in the United
States. Scandinavian decor is characterized
by simplicity, minimalism and functionality:
I fnd it very refreshing, says Spearman.
Te 4,000-square-foot townhouse is
organized according to functionality. Garage,
storage and guest bedroom occupy the entry
level; living, kitchen and dining areas are on the
second foor; the master and boys bedrooms fll
out the third foor; and a game room has taken
over the top foor. Spearman cleared away all
traces of the generic during the renovation: Out
went humdrum oak foors, which he replaced
with reclaimed wide-plank French oak thats
been used in monasteries, castles, villas and wine
barrels for centuries because of its tight grain and
distressed pattern idiosyncrasies. Stained brown-
black, the foors set up a dramatic dialogue with
the cloudy white walls throughouta must-
have for the pared-down attitude Spearman was
after. I really cant live without white walls,
he says. His custom color always has a whisper
of gray, which stands out here against window
frames, muntins and mullions, all painted
black. Te many foor-to-ceiling windows
are the main reason the new homeowner
loves his house. Te light in here is great.
SPEARMAN MAKES JUDICIOUS
USE OF BLACK AS AN ACCENT
COLOR, A NO-HOLDS BARRED
TESTAMENT TO THE EFFECT
THAT CONTRAST CAN YIELD.
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Furniture is a deliberate mix: Most, such as
the curvaceously classic living room chairs and the
dining room table, is designed by Spearman. But
the rest is a mlange of iconic midcentury pieces
(the four-light pendant in the dining room and the
kitchens Knoll chairs) and antiques hes found while
traveling. I always select pieces that are great now
and will still be great 20 years from now, he says.
And because he had to pare down his possessions,
the designer chose only the things that mattered
most to him. It was an exercise in restraint.
However, while the new homeowner used
restraint in some areas, others make a statement
primarily because there is no restraint. Spearman
makes judicious use of black as an accent color, a
no-holds-barred testament to the efect that contrast
can yield. One sons bedroom is all black (Tey
love it, of course, he says); the shutters in the master
bedroom are black; appliances in the laundry room
are black; and a wall in the kitchen is black.
It all started with the kitchen, he says.
With it he established the crisp European look he
carried out on all four foors. Setting the tone with
a Poggenpohl (the German branch of the Swedish
corporation Nobia) cabinet system, Spearman
aims for both versatility and looks in this room
COOL AND CLASSIC
From above: Kevin Spearman;
the childrens bedroom includes
Room and Boards loft beds
and a leather chair from Area
in Houston. Opposite page:
Rogers & Goffgan linen sheers
are a dramatic backdrop for
the bomber-jacket leather bed,
which is draped with a faux fur
coverlet, a lush antidote to the
masculine brick wall.
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WORKING THE ANGLES
The dining room includes a
custom table and chairs
designed by Spearman, and a
Ralph Pucci four-light
pendant. Opposite page:
Stairs ascend to the second
foor, but Spearman turned
them into a sculptural
element in the living room by
painting them white, while
horizontal planking next to
the reclaimed brick wall adds
more texture.

that opens onto the dining room. Although,
he notes, I was careful not to allow a view
of the dishes from the living room. He
demurs about his culinary talents and has
designed the space for eating and gathering
as much as for cooking, using a wenge wood
peninsula that juts out perpendicularly from
the island as the rooms dining table and
general place to hang out and watch TV.
Te room that most refects Spearmans
virtuosity with contrasting elements is his
master bedroom. Tere, a reclaimed brick wall
behind the bed is softened by foor-to-ceiling
linen sheers that are both a backdrop for the bed
and an unexpected fourish in the masculine
room. A silk-and-wool rug that Spearman
likes because it looks like an ocean spreads out
underneath the bed upholstered in bomber-
jacket leather. Overhead, the formal drum shape
of the linen pendant curbs any chance that
the room overstates with too much swagger.
Its no surprise that Spearman has lived
in a lot of housesthis is No. 12. Tere
undoubtedly will be others (an occupational
hazard), but this one is the designers favorite.
For one thing, its the light that bestows
every room with that special glow. But its
also because this house is the right size and
the right feel, explains Spearman. Its not
too much. Its what a home should be.
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Design Details
Type
Townhouse
Location
The Woodlands
Architect and Interior
Designer
Kevin Spearman, Bellacasa
Design, bellacasadesign.com
Renovation
Windstone Partners,
windstonepartners.com
Vendors
Boyd
Lighting pendant in
master bedroom,
boydlighting.com
Creative Flooring
Wood ooring throughout,
2410 Bissonnet,
713.522.1422
Poggenpohl
Custom kitchen,
poggenpohl.com
Hokanson
Master bedroom rug,
hokansoncarpet.com
Miele
Kitchen appliances,
mieleusa.com
When it comes to connecting people with nature
via architecture, few do it better than Dallas
architect Max Levy. Considered one of the
premier modernists in the Southwest, Levy was
the perfect pick to design a 3,500-square-foot
contemporary home in a hip urban neighborhood
with leafy character that rubs elbows with Dallas
tony Highland Park. For nature-lovers, theres a
bonus: Te multilevel house overlooks the Katy
Trail, a 3-plus mile greenway running through
the most densely developed section of the city.
Te client, a design-savvy community leader
who serves on the Womens Foundation board
of directors, was looking for a change from her
GREEN PEACE
From top left:
Architect Max Levy;
with the Katy Trail
to one side and an
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trees to the other, the
houses wraparound
view includes green
spaces in every
direction.
Architect Max Levys solution
to a narrow lot on the Katy Trail
was to go verticaland put
the main living spaces at treetop.
DALLAS
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By Carla Jordan
Photography by Charles Davis Smith
UPSIDE
current home, a large midcentury
modern sandwiched between
two McMansions. While ideal
when raising her children, she
now wanted something more
urban on a smaller lot with less
upkeep. Te homeowner says she
was drawn to the area because
there are lots of new homes,
but theyre in proportion to the
others around them. And, of
course, theres the Katy Trail.
Its within easy walking distance
to so many places. I felt like
Id be making a real change
without leaving Dallas.
Te homeowner rang up Levy,
whose work she was familiar with
(hed designed the interior of her
sisters home) and whose design
aesthetic was in sync with hers.
Max has done many projects
where nature plays a big role, so
I knew hed be able to capture
all of the surrounding foliage
and make the home indigenous
to the Katy Trail, she says.
Levy, whose design frm,
Max Levy Architect, has won
numerous awards (among them
the 2013 Dallas AIA Firm of
the Year and a 2011 Texas AIA
Design Award), is also known
as a guy who thinks outside
the box. Tis trait would prove
key in creating the homes
uplifting design and airy feel.
Te client wanted lots of windows
to fll the two-story house with
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PERFECTLY COMPOSED
A foating wall in the dining room
features a built-in buffet, artwork
by Joe Zucker, a Rose Tarlow
mahogany table, chairs by Mobili
Martini covered in silk fabric from
Manuel Canovas, and a sisal rug
from Clifton Carpets.
Opposite page: A view from the
front door reveals three signature
elements of Max Levyan
allegiance to proportion,
composure and natural light.
EARLY ON, I REALIZED THE SOLUTION
WAS TO TURN THE HOUSE UPSIDE DOWN
AND PUT THE LIVING SPACES AND MASTER
BEDROOM ON TOP, SAYS MAX LEVY.
natural light and capture the
view. Yet, she didnt want to
sacrifce privacy, despite having
picked a lot that backed up to
the Katy Trail and was fanked
by neighboring homes within
a stones distance. Early on,
I realized the solution was to
turn the house upside down
and put the living spaces and
master bedroom on top, says
Levy. Catching glimpses of the
trail through the trees connects
with the energy of being on the
front row of the Katy Trail, yet,
feels more secure than being
down on ground level with it.
Levy also needed to satisfy the
clients afnity for open windows
and screened porches within a
contemporary context. Much
of architectural modernism is
hermetically sealed up with
lots of glass looking out but no
air coming in, which makes
homes seemingly hold their
breath, says Levy. So he
designed this house with lots
of cross-ventilation. Tere are
windows with custom operable
panels and foor-to-ceiling
custom aluminum doors (one
opens onto a Juliet balcony), all
culminating in a second-story
screened porch. Te porch
is almost freestanding with
screens on all four sides and a
little screened-in bridge that
connects it to the back of the
house, says Levy. In a
way, the porch is the punch
line of the whole house,
an elemental little pavilion
of refned detail enjoying
FIRST IMPRESSION
From top: The staircase
highlights a dot print by
Damien Hirst; a window seat,
upholstered in Glants Hotel
Du Cap lilac fabric, extends
the view over the treetops.
Opposite page: In the study,
a rug from Belgium, Florence
Knoll sofa and vintage
Eames chair and ottoman.
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Design Details
Residence
Single-Family
Location
Dallas
Architect
Max Levy, FAIA
Max Levy Architect,
maxlevyarchitect.com
Contractor
Elite Homes,
elitehomesofdallas.com
Designer
Robin Beckerman,
Robin Beckerman Interiors
Landscaping
Hocker Design Group,
hockerdesign.com
Vendors
Ann Sacks
Tile throughout home,
annsacks.com
Cele Johnson Custom Lamps
Clifton Carpets
Sisal rugs in living and dining
rooms; at-weave wool rug in
master bedroom,
cliftoncarpets.com
Culp Associates
Manuel Canovas fabric on dining
room chairs, Pierre Frey fabric on
sofa in study, and Glant fabric on
banquette in breakfast area,
culpassociates.com
George Cameron Nash
Great Plains drapery fabric in master
bedroom, Rogers and Gofgon
fabric on living room sofas and Rose
Tarlow table in dining room,
georgecameronnash.com
its overlook of the trail.
Once these design-defning
elements were determined, other
homeowner must-haves found
their way into the game plan. A
loft-inspired open foor plan adds
spaciousness. Details are refned
down to a certain minimalist style
(no baseboard, no trim) with close
attention paid to the proportions
of things and how they receive
natural light. Strategically placed
translucent panels difuse light
and add a hint of privacy. Walls
and ceilings are painted in the
same white hue, and all foors are
oak, stained dark gray, forming a
subtle, serene backdrop for decor,
in particular, the homeowners
art collection of predominantly
New York and California artists
that shes amassed over the years.
Te homeowner collaborated with
designer Robin Beckerman on
furnishings, reworking existing
pieces and designing new ones
while juxtaposing the modern
architectural elements with
classic and traditional furnishings
and fabrics. Occasional pops
of color liven up the neutral
palette, while silk and velvet
fabrics, natural woven shades
and sisal rugs add texture.
Tis is a warm, inviting home
with topsy-turvy design thats
truly uplifting. I do feel as if
Im living in an amazing tree
house, especially during the
day when all the curtains are
open and the suns pouring in,
says the homeowner. I love
taking guests up the stairs, then
watching their reaction. Teyre
always amazed at the sight of the
windows with the light pouring
in and the view of the Katy Trail.
Its absolutely beautiful.
THE COLOR PURPLE
A breakfast area off the kitchen
includes a light-refecting resin table,
deep lavender Saarinen chairs from
Knoll and a banquette from Culp
Associates. The kitchens white cabinets
were custom-built onsite by Elite Homes,
and the painting is by Michele Grabner.
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From ultra high-tech Italian kitchens
with an artisans touch to hand-crafted
sinks, handles and hardware, to
customizable tubs that defy the color
wheel, heres what has the kitchen-
and bath-obsessed buzzing in 2014!
By Carla Jordan, Rebecca Sherman
and Helen Thompson
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Get a Grip
With more angles than
curves, Nest Studios
Classic Series puts a
glam spin on
kitchen and bath
cabinet hardware
that die-hard
design afcionados
will appreciate: It
was inspired by the
great Dorothy
Drapers iconic,
neoclassic creations.
Available in satin brass
and polished nickel, these
are timeless accessories
reinvented with a contemporary
fashion edge. Clipped-corner and hinged drop-pulls conjure images of
posh belt buckles, while faceted knobs resemble glam earringsweve
always said that hardware is jewelry for the home, and heres a
collection that proves it. $55-$80, Alexander Marchant, Austin,
alexandermarchant.com; TKO Associates, Dallas, tkoassoc.
com; Fixtures & Fittings, Inc., Houston, fxturesfttings.com
RED HOT
Arte kitchen by
Pohlenz Dallas
Valcucine, priced
on request.
Mama Mia!
Lone Star State kitchens are about to take a more
artful turn with Pohlenz Dallas Valcucine, which just
opened its doors in the Dallas Design District.
Italy-made Valcucines new Arte collection is jaw-dropping in
matte glass and is customizable with your own artwork or choose from
12 abstract designs. Handmade by artisans in Italy, each glass panel
is one-of-a-kind and afxed to eco-sustainable wood cabinetry.Also
earning wows is Valcucines Logica kitchen that defes gravity with
a 12-foot-long cantilevered door constructed from a single piece of
glass.Teres nothing else like it on the market, says David Arnwine,
Pohlenz Valcucine showroom manager. Valcucines Sine collection also
looks destined to be a Texas hot pick. Crafted from elm wood, Sine
is a chic take on Texas Hill country, says Arnwine. Its Old World
meets modern with options to add custom carvings and mosaics.
Pohlenz Valcucine showroom owner Scott Pohlenz is a
Midwesterner who ran his own architectural frm in London for 11
years before returning to the States where he purchased a Valcucine
showroom in Tulsa. Pohlenz Valcucine is the exclusive Texas dealer
for Valcucine kitchens, and the showroom also carries Agape baths,
Rimadesio doors and closet systems, and Misuraemme furniture,
among other lines.Overall, the 2,700-square-foot showroom represents
20 swanky lines from Italy with Valcucine as the headliner. Pohlenz
serves as the architect on staf, alongside a team of designers who take
projects from start to fnish, whether its a single room (like a kitchen)
or the whole house and patio, to boot. 1617 Hi Line Drive, Suite 470,
Dallas, 214.484.8371, pohlenzcm.com
RIGHT ANGLES
Nest Studios new
Classic Series cabinet
hardware
Expert Advice
Austins new-construction
building boom continues
unabated, and thats good
news to Emily Seiders,
who recently addressed
the growth spurt by
expanding her 8-year-
old tile company beyond
natural stone, ceramic
and porcelain tiles. It
also helps that her
to-the-trade showroom
connects to the ofces of
one of the most in-demand
architects in Austin, Ryan
Street. Streets handsome luxury
residences epitomize a life well-lived
and he more frequently turns to Seiders
to complete not just the kitchens and
baths, but also the rest of Street and
Associates interiors. As a result, 35-year-
old Seiders expanded the companys focus
and updated the name to Studio Seiders
Tile & Design.
Te expansion of services started
simply: I noticed that there was a big gap
between the moment the builder tells the
homeowner to go look for tile and the
reality of what that really means, she says.
Te deceptively easy task of choosing tile
quickly explodes into a network of
interdependent details: Decisions must be
made about materials for backsplashes,
counter tops, islands and foors in the
kitchen as well as tub surrounds, counters,
foors and shower stalls in the bathrooms.
And thats just for starters. It can be
overwhelming for clients, says Seiders.
Tey have no idea how all the pieces will
look together, how the materials will wear
or even what kind of grouting to use. My
clients would come in to discuss tile, but
questions about paint color, the cabinet
profle, plumbing and how the rest of the
house was going to look always came up.
And the answers came naturally to
her. Ive been a student of design all my
life, she says. Te Houston native credits her New Orleans-born
mother and grandmother with steeping her in their passion, even
when she was young and reluctant. Tey dragged me to fabric
stores, antiques shops and furniture auctions all the time. But
the family outings had a long-term bonusa comprehensive
knowledge of how to make a house work well and be beautiful
too. studioseiders.com
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Seiders favors classic choices
in kitchens and baths, mainly
because if youve chosen
something wild, youll soon
get tired of it. But, the designer
notes, theres plenty of room in a
classic palette to experiment. The
trends Seiders sees for this spring
conrm her theory. Heres whats
new this season:
1. More metals, and especially
brass. Dont be afraid to mix
metals with metal or with tile,
advises Seiders. There are a
handful of mosaics that have
pieces of metal embedded in
them that youll see this year.
Its a beautiful look.
2. Decorative relief patterns in
tiles such as the water jet
mosaics from Ann Sacks tile that
can be cut to size in complicated
and intricate geometries.
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KITCHEN CONFIDENTIAL
From left: Kitchen expert
Emily Seiders ; a kitchen
designed by Seiders in
an Austin home.
Spring Clean
Add a twist of lime with Blu Bathworks Coco, a small footprint
tub in matte or gloss fnish, six hues and an exterior embossed
pattern that can be custom designed. Sized for condo or guest
bathrooms, this versatile 79-gallon oval tub is crafted of
blustone, a highly durable eco-friendly quartzite material thats
high-pressure injection molded. Coco delivers the look and feel of
natural stone in an antimicrobial, non-porous way.
Te Vancouver-based company has also tapped into some
high-tech trends, including digital Electronica basin faucets that
feature simple touch-control digital interfaces and cool LED light
rings that change from red to yellow to blue to indicate water
temperature, then turn green when the faucet shifts into cleaning
mode. To that we shout, Eureka! Tub, $5,250-$8,505, faucet,
$3,290 and up, TKO Associates, Dallas, tkoassoc.com; Westheimer
Plumbing & Hardware Houston, westheimerplumbing.com
Floating Island
Handmade in Italy of hickory-stained Italian walnut and glossy
white lacquer, Bontempis Materia kitchencarried exclusively
in Texas at Cantoniredefnes the hearth with gravity-defying
engineering that features suspended cabinetry anchored into the
kitchens island, and two chef units featuring open shelves and
drawers. But why stop there? Cantoni makes it easy to stock up
with sleek Gaggeneu, Miele and Sub Zero appliances, which
are all provided through the store. Priced upon request, Cantoni,
Dallas and Houston, cantoni.com
HANG OUT
Materia kitchen, priced
upon request, by Bontempi
Cucine at Cantoni
COCO-NUTS
Coco tub, by
Blu Bathworks
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Let it Flow!
Sculptor Deborah Osburn
was inspired by Japanese
textile dyeing techniques
for her recent collection of
hand-crafted porcelain tiles,
Watermark. In indigo and
gold verdigriswhich becomes
turquoise as the dye dripsthe
one-of-a-kind tiles achieve
their saturated, faded quality
by hand-dipping them and
allowing them to sit in the dye
for several days. Suitable for
indoor and outdoor use, we
can see these tiles used in an
outdoor shower for maximum
drip-dry impact. Cl Tile, $68
per square foot, cletile.com
LIQUID ASSET
Watermark
collection tiles
for Tilevera
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Animal Instinct
Some of Hollywoods most spirited stars look to Brit designer Martyn Lawrence Bullard for
inspiration when theyre in need of redecorating. No wonderBullard, who counts Cher, William
H. Macy and Ozzy Osbourne as clients, is famous for exercising his fair for the dramatic. His new
Hermitage collection for Ann Sacks, which marks his debut into the world of tile, takes its cues
from 20th century design while employing the art of 18th century mirror-making. Tis antiqued
mirrored tile, shown in Zebra (Safari also available), is a throwback to the decorative art of verre
eglomisea difcult, almost extinct, technique mastered by the French and right up Bullards
adventurous alley. $169.29 and up per square foot, Ann Sacks, Dallas, annsacks.com
Game Changer
Aptly named, Sonias Puzzle vanity is a compact yet
spacious wall-mounted vanity set that can be
reconfgured according to available space. Te versatile
design is especially useful in small bathrooms, but to
create the look of a seamless larger vanity, simply ft
the horizontal vanity with a left or right vertical unit.
If space is tight, hang each section independently.
Choose from an
array of vanity
colors and
two-tone options,
fve sizes
(including one
vanity with two
sink bowls), sinks
and accessories.
Elegant Additions,
Dallas and
Houston,
elegantadditions.net
Surfs Up
Even the most landlocked bathers
can hang ten with Quick Drain
USAs Waves linear shower drain
by world-renowned architect
Michael Graves who excels at
taking everyday objects like
this and elevating them to
art (think teapot and toaster).
Graves delivers a creative
reboot with this whimsical low-
profle channel drain. Crafted
of 18-gauge stainless steel, it
combines function with fun and
comes in both standard and custom
lengths up to 100 inches, plus brushed
and polish stainless steel and oil-rubbed
bronze fnishes. Price upon request, Hajoca/
Moore Supply, Austin, mooresupply.com; Pierce Hardware, Dallas, Frisco and
Fort Worth, piercehardware.com; Westheimer Plumbing & Hardware, Houston,
westheimerplumbing.com; Cox Tile, San Antonio, coxtile.com
Stone Age
Concrete sinks are the essence of design
cool, but can be a tad of-putting because,
face it, theyre heavier than lead. Tats why
Native Trails NativeStone sinks caught
our eye. Tese concrete kitchen, bar, prep
and lavatory sinks weigh approximately
40 percent less than conventional
concrete sinks because theyre made of an
innovative blend of jute and cement. Tis
revolutionary formula also makes the sinks
stronger, more scratch- and crack-resistant,
and ultraresistant to staining. Each
NativeStone sink is crafted by artisans who
build and fll the form by hand, then let
the sink cure for fve days before polishing
and sealing. $435-$4,819, Ferguson, Austin,
Dallas and San Antonio, ferguson.com;
Lighting, Inc., Austin, Houston and San
Antonio, lightinginc.com
BATHING BEAUTY
Michael Graves
low-profle channel
shower drain, Waves
GRAY MATTER
Native Trails Native Stone
concrete sink is made of
jute and cement.
MIRROR, MIRROR
Ann Sacks new Zebra tile
by Martyn Lawrence Bullard
employs an ancient
mirror-making technique.
PRETTY PIECES
Puzzle vanity, $2,359
as shown (faucet sold
separately), by Sonia
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Mix Master
A 1914 bungalow in downtown San Antonio seems an unlikely
place for uber-sleek Bulthaup cabinetry (from Kuhl-Linscomb
in Houston) and stainless German appliances, especially
since the homeownera 19th century art dealer who likes to
cook for his kidswas into early Texas style. Fortunately for
San Antonio designer Eleanor Half, who favors a modern
aesthetic, the homeowner agreed to clean lines and was open to
mixing old with new. Te rustic appeal of this 300-square-foot
space was refned with Texas limestone on the walls, custom
maple counter tops, a Calcutta gold marble center island and
reclaimed Texas longleaf pine fooring. Te two-year whole-
house renovation not only produced a great kitchen, it produced
a marriageHalf and the homeowner fell in love and tied
the knot in March. Talk about blending!eh-company.com
Open shelves
increase storage and
functionality without
hiding the decorative
stone wall.
Sleek light fnish
Bulthaup cabinetry
brightens the space
and balances the
rustic elements.
Prep and cooking
stations let friends and
family socialize while
cooking together.
Wood beams
are from a 19th
century distillery
in Scotland
Texas longleaf
pine ooring from
a 19th century barn
in Mission Valley.
An open oor plan
increases ow and
brings the kitchen into
the rest of the house
in a modern way.
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Au Natural
France-based luxury bath atelier THGs
new lavatory sets include the timeless Anoa
collection, sporting raw bufalo horn handles
in clear and black, set of by details and
accompanying faucets in gleaming metals such
as chrome, nickel and gold. Horn never seems
to go out of styleits richness provides texture
in sleek bathrooms and a hint of masculinity
in all-white settings. THGs elegantly crafted
faucets and handles are some of the most
luxurious in the world, and its no wonderthe
Normandy house has partnerships with Lalique,
Bernardaud, DAUM, Baccarat, Christofe and
major name designers such as Jean-Claude
Delpine, Pierre-Yves Rochon, Alberto Pinto, Chantal Tomass and Jamie Drake. $1,598-
$3,407 for the lavatory set, Renaissance Tile & Bath, Dallas, renaissancetileandbath.com;
Hollywood Builders Hardware, Houston, hollywoodhardware.com; Clark Hardware, Laredo,
clarkshowroom.com; Stone Standard, San Antonio, stonestandard.com
Reign of Spain
Texas ties to Spain have run deep since explorers
landed on Lone Star soil in 1519. Now, history turns
a modernist page with the opening of Houstons
new Cosentino Center by an esteemed family-owned
Spanish business thats planting its fag throughout Texas in
a big way. Enter Eduardo Cosentino, the 30-year-old cowboy boot-wearing CEO of
Cosentino North America, who splits his time between Spain and Houston, where the
companys U.S. headquarters are and where he just bought a house. My vision is for
Cosentino to become the leader in surfaces in Texas, he says without hesitationand
with locations in Austin, Dallas and one in the works for San Antonio, Cosentinos
empire is growing fast. (Worldwide, there are more than 70 centers in 17 countries.)
At 27,000 square feet, the new Houston center is a Texas-size one-stop shopping source
for architects, designers and consumers, with fully functional kitchens and event spaces
for demos. It showcases the full portfolio of Cosentino brands of natural stone, quartz and
eco-friendly surfacing materials. When you go, check out Silestone natural quartz, ECO
by Cosentino recycled surfaces, Sensa Granite, Scalea natural stone, MURO mosaics, the
Prexury Collections (a semiprecious handmade stone line) and Dekton, a new indoor/
outdoor surfacing material thats ideal for climates like ours.Trust meno other product
can withstand the Texas heat like Dekton, says Cosentino.usa.cosentinocenter.com
Center island topped
with Calcutta gold
marble doubles as a
work and dining space.
The gray palette was
pulled from the Texas
limestone wall.
COUNTER WEIGHT
From left: Cabinets and counters in
Cosentinos Dekton; CEO of Cosentino
North America Eduardo Cosentino.
HANDLE IT
THGs Anoa
handles are
made of clear
or black raw
buffalo horn.
RUSTIC RENO
Designer Eleanor Halff
teamed up with Bulthaup at
Kuhl-Linscom in Houston for
this San Antonio kitchen.
An inside look at the people, spaces, products
and businesses that power Texas' design industry
INSIDER
INSIDER/ MEET
Book-matched slabs and a
bedroom vignette at the gallery;
one of four vignettes designed to
inspire and push the boundaries
of stone application.
Aria Stone Gallerys niche is new,
never seen before stones.Vinny strives
to purchase only the most unique,
beautiful and exclusive stones during
his regular purchasing trips overseas.
Aria Stone Gallery
Vinny Tavares is passionate about stone. His strong desire to
share its beauty with others came alive when he opened Aria
Stone Gallery in the Dallas Design District. The gallery sets itself
apart from other stone retailers through the innovative display
concept pioneered by Vinny. The slabs at Aria Stone Gallery hang
on the walls like paintings in a museum, rather than the traditional
A-frame stone warehouse layout. The idea came to him following
a visit to a slow-art museum in Sweden. Loving the concept of
taking the time to appreciate each piece, he began to formulate
the idea of how to achieve the ultimate high-end stone gallery,
bringing in rare and unique pieces from across the globe for
patrons to enjoy.
Aria Stone Gallerys niche is new, never-seen-before stones. Vinny
strives to purchase only the most unique, beautiful and exclusive
stones during his regular purchasing trips overseas. This careful
selection and attention to detail allows for a myriad of design
possibilities using stone including book-matching slabs to
create intricate and amazing patterns and shapes, with examples
on display at the gallery including four room vignettes.
1617 Hi Line Drive, Suite 310, Dallas, TX 75207, 214.939.8000,
explore@ariastonegallery.com, ariastonegallery.com
Alan Hilsabeck, Jr.,
CMKBD, RID
Alan is a Texas Registered Interior Designer and NCIDQ certied
in addition to being a CMKBD (Certied Master Kitchen and Bath
Designer) with over 25 years dedicated to the kitchen, bath and
interior design profession. Graduating from Kansas State University
with a Bachelor of Interior Architecture degree provided a well-
rounded education in both interior design and architecture. Combining
commercial and residential design working for rms such as HOK,
Leo A. Daly and Staffelbach Design Associates
has built the base to his career.

Hilsabeck Design Associates, Inc. is a national award-winning design
rm blending interior architecture and design with quality kitchen,
bathroom, residential and small commercial environments. The rm
has been published in local and national trade publications such as
Better Homes and Gardens Special Interest publications, multiple
Merideth publications, Luxe and the duPont Registry in addition to
being featured on several national television programs.

Alans deep passion and overall professional approach to design is one
that is hard to nd. The care he has for both the smallest of project
details and his clients is highly respected among his peers. Getting to
know his rm and learning what they will bring to the table in both
expertise and God-given talent makes Hilsabeck Design Associates,
Inc. one of the top kitchen and bath design rms not only in Dallas-
Fort Worth but nationwide. To experience the benets and great
results they will produce, contact Alan through his companys website
at hilsabeckdesignassociates.com. Alan is easy to work with and a true
professional. His ability to listen to our needs
and incorporate them into the fnal design
provided the wow factor we desired.
Dave & Nancy Tyner, Highland Park, Texas
Lower Left:
Asian master spa including a
true Japanese soaking tub.
Middle:
Contemporary kitchen including
a back lit 3-Form paneled island
with a Wenge wood breakfast top.
Upper left:
Traditional master suite oasis
featuring Honey Onyx and
Dark Emperador stone.
INSIDER/ MEET
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Carved Solutions Soap
Personalized/monogrammed soaps make gift
giving unique and very personal. The soaps are
formulated and custom carved in Vermont.
Lampe Berger Paris
As beautiful as it is useful
for exhaling a cleaner and
more fragrant air, Lampe
Berger provides a collection
of fragrances created by
perfumery experts.
The Linen Boutique
The LINEN BOUTIQUE offers a true
boutique environment with a personal
shopper attitude. See our beautiful
luxury linens, primarily imported
from Italy and France. The LINEN
BOUTIQUE features the nest bed,
bath and table linens available today.
5600 W. Lover Lane, Dallas, TX 75209, 214.352.5400,
linen-boutique.com
Ann Gish
Ann Gish is best known for her exquisite detailing and construction,
along with the use of luxurious and innovative fabrics and designs.
Ann is considered by many to be the consummate leader in the creation
of contemporary silk bedding, decorative pillows and tabletops.
D.Porthault Linens
Extensive line of luxury printed and
embroidered bed linens woven and
printed in France with coordinating
terry for the bath. Additionally,
handkerchiefs and home fragrances
are popular products of D. Porthault.
The Pillow Bar
The answer to a dream and
a dreamy night's sleep. The
Pillow Bar is a free standing
kiosk that contains all of the
ingredients to make your
unique down pillow that is a
perfect t for your size and
sleep style. The Linen Boutique
is the exclusive Dallas location
for The Pillow Bar.
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INSIDER/ MEET
Lucinda Loya
Lucinda has built a name for herself as one of the nations premier
interior decorators, making Houston-based Lucinda Loya Interiors
one of the most sought after design rms in the country. Her
trademark eclectic style has graced the covers of the worlds
foremost design and dcor magazines, showcasing her work from
coast to coast. Always on the cutting edge, Lucinda considers the
senses to create a unique perspective and with every turn there is
a delight. She can unite budget conscience pieces with high-end
art, creating a poetic symphony. Her ability to think out of the
box surpasses her clients expectations.
A truly beautiful person both inside and out, Lucinda is also
known as one of Houstons top trendsetters and community
volunteers. Chosen for her beauty, contributions and inuence in
the community, she was honored twice as H-Texas Magazines list
of Houstons 25 Most Beautiful People. In 2008, Lucinda received
the Crohns and Colitis Foundation of Americas Women of
Distinction Award a remarkable accomplishment. A three-time
honoree, Lucinda entered the Houston Chronicles Best Dressed
Hall of Fame beneting The March of Dimes. She has chaired
many events for non-prots mostly beneting children over the
years, and others such as SPA and Houston Museum of Natural
Science to name a few. She is married to Javier Loya, and they
have two daughters. 7026 Old Katy Road, Suite 162,
Houston, TX 77024, 713.682.2800, lucindaloyainteriors.com
She possesses a fair of her own and a
confdence to match, in turn, the
client fnds comfort in her knowledge
and precision when it comes to
selection, taste, and balance.
Elizabeth Table: (Custom)
Perfect Proportions!
Art Breasts Wallpaper:
(Custom Colors & Scale)
Flirtatious Yet Discrete
Modo Chandelier: An LLI Fav
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New ideas combined
with thoughtful planning
for a sustainable future
produce inspiring designs.
Matrix Design
Companies
Creativity and masterful response to complex
urban neighborhood issues result in lasting,
iconic architecture.
Under the direction of Steven Lawrence Biegel,
AIA, Architect, the Matrix Design Companies
achieve stunning designs and award-winning
projects in the U.S. and abroad. In Texas, large-
scale master planning and design initiatives
are sophisticated and involve major land use,
infrastructure, trafc and connectivity concerns.
Going vertical is often the correct solution
when open space, green space, parking, energy
efciency and costs are critical. It is always less
expensive to build up than out.
Neighborhoods are changing. Lifestyles are
changing. The population is aging. In mixed-use
settings, demand for ofce space is declining
in relation to residential and commercial/
retail components. Elderly care, senior living
environments, retirement communities, communal
living and home ofces are in much higher
demand than in prior years. Creating the most
appropriate "lifestyle community" is our mission.
Great design begins with a great client and a
commitment to nding the right balance of
compatible uses, space and amenities. New
ideas combined with thoughtful planning for a
sustainable future produce inspiring designs.
6001 Savoy Drive, Suite 120, Houston, TX 77036,
301.404.6290, matrixdesigncompanies.com
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Zuri Furniture

Zuri Furniture has put together
modern and imaginative
collections targeting style-
conscious buyers. Our mission is
to bring you contemporary styling
for a comfortable life.
Dallas: 4880 Alpha Road, Dallas, TX 75244,
972.716.9874 (ZURI). Frisco: 7884 S. Hwy. 121,
Frisco, TX 75034, 469.633.9874 (ZURI).
zurifurniture.com
Bouncy Chairs
The whimsical Bouncy chairs uniform
construction allows it to bounce up and
down as you sit in it. Destined to become
a conversation piece in any room, the
Bouncy contemporary chair is ideal for
residential or commercial use.
Vitali Leather Bed
The Vitali bed is a romantic addition to
your quiet sanctuary. Its sumptuous leather
frame and headboard are complete with
hand stitched detailing and contemporary
curvature. The Vitali is guaranteed to provide
an exquisite look and feel in any bedroom.
Retro Accent Table
Add some color to your world
with the Retro collection. Its
unique multicolored cylinders
will light up your room!
Coffee Table features a 39
glass top, also available in an
end table version.
Zuri Accessories
We feature all of the latest
trends in our contemporary
yet comfortable collections of
accessories and ne art. From
accent pillows to unique rugs and
lighting, Zuris selections assure
you will nd the perfect accent
piece to complete your space.
Wynn Sectional
Elegantly lustrous and unapologetically metropolitan, the Wynn leather
sectional proves to be a statement piece. Wynn's modular design
may be customized to t any space. Adjustable headrests and built in
storage give this piece the ultimate look and feel of sophistication.
2 CABINET INNOVATIONS
Introducing Universal Elements by Wood-Mode. Rustic,
natural materials blend with classic modernist forms.
Award-winning Cabinet Innovations has earned
a reputation in trust. Combine decades of experience in
designing and installing custom cabinetry with
unsurpassed white-glove treatment. 713.461.6424,
cabinetinnovationstx.com
3 DEKTON BY COSENTINO
Dekton by Cosentino is an innovative new ultra-compact
surface capable of seamless indoor and outdoor use.
Dekton offers UV and thermal shock resistance, superior
strength, high resistance to impact, scratches and
abrasion, and low water absorption. Produced in large
format slabs, measuring approximately 126 inches x 56
inches, Dekton allows for large-scale interior and exterior
applications. Available in 9 white, gray, black, and
natural stone hues and in three polished, matte, and slate
finishes. Visit your Cosentino Center in Houston, Dallas
and Austin. dekton.com
5 THE ELTON DESK
The Elton desk by Century Furniture is crafted from
Acacia solids and walnut veneer and featuring taupe
leather insert on the top. Gold leaf metal creates a
stunning design on the frame. This is the perfect writing
desk to create a posh home office or study. Available at
IBB Design Fine Furnishings. 214.618.6600,
ibbdesign.com
4 POHLENZ DALLAS VALCUCINE
Pohlenz DallasValcucine is a modern design architectural
resource open to architects, designers, and end users and
is the authorized dealer for Valcucine Kitchens, Rimadesio
Doors and closets, Agape Bathrooms, MisuraEmme
Closets and Furniture, and other Italian designed
collections. Their recently opened showroom located in
Dallas Design Districts Decorative Center features the
latest innovations from these world leading companies,
including the 100% Recyclable Invitrum Kitchen and New
Logica by Valcucine. pohlenzcm.com
1 THE LIMELIGHT LOUNGE
FROM ALLAN KNIGHT
Return to the fabulous nightclubs of yester-year. With
fond remembrances of nights out with friends, we offer
this occasional chair. A vehicle for a stellar fabric, this
uber-sexy pull-up is a scene-stealing superstar. From
casual to more formal settings, the choice of fabric
determines the temperature. Cool or hot, its your choice!
214.741.2227, allan-knight.com
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of 15 planes includes the
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charter rates reaching
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Privileged Class
First class? Forget it. Business
class? Dont even think about it.
Gulfstreams new G650 is the
fastest and sleekest jet available for
charter. This baby, one of the rst off
the line and customized for Million
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(dahlgrenduck.com), purveyor to high-
ying CEOs and celebrities. From Herms
to Baccarat to custom crystal, china and
cashmere, Ducks stock is curated not only
for ultimate luxury, but in-flight workability.
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DALLAS
LAKE VIEW
Views of Floridas
Lake Butler
BEHIND THE PINES
The Lakeview Lodge
fronts Montanas
Whitefsh Lake.
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Whitesh Lake, Mont.
$7.5 MILLION

THE LOWDOWN Nestled between Glacier National Park
and Flathead National Forest, Montanas Whitefsh
Lake epitomizes the wonder of the American West.
On its shores, Lakeview Lodge impresses with
equal marvel. Log-cabin decor cites traditional
country living, though the interior is anything but
rustic. Behind a gated entryway, fnd massive decks,
a stately dining room, an executive workspace and a
guest apartment. Te property also boasts a private
beachside cabin for a true staycation.
THE STATS Five bedrooms, six baths, gourmet
kitchen, stone freplaces, private dock and 500 feet
of beachfront, all on 2.2 acres
THE LAST WORD National parks and natural wonders
aside, Montana is the third least-populated state, ideal
for buyers looking to pair exclusivity with escapism.
CONTACT Christies International Real Estate,
406.862.4900, christiesrealestate.com
BEYOND THE SEA
The appeal of a waterfront getaway provides the perfect backdrop for a second home, and the worlds most
exclusive lakes are drawing homebuyers ashore. These ve lakeside properties top the market.
By Alex Markoff
Lake Butler, Fla.
$7.9 MILLION
THE LOWDOWN Southwest of
downtown Orlando, the Butler
Chain of Lakes region is
quintessential Florida: Tink palm
fronds and marshland, gleaming
lakes and country roads. Terein
stands the Overjoy estate on the
shores of Lake Butler. If glass
double-entry doors and Calcutta
gold-marble fooring arent
indicative of whats to come, then
surely the glass elevator and theater
are. Luxury reigns supreme here,
with picturesque surroundings and
an indoor sunken marble pool.
THE STATS Five bedrooms, seven
baths, mosaic freplace, boat
ramp and dock, plus an electric
screen-enclosed lanai, all on
10,155 square feet
THE LAST WORD A little bit of Miami
pervades this propertythe home
is distinctly art deco. For fans of the
Florida lifestyle, minus the clamor
of places like South Beach, Overjoy
ofers welcome respite.
CONTACT Christies International
Real Estate, 561.805.7327,
christiesrealestate.com
HOUSTON
11330 FM-1960 W
Houston, TX 77065
281-890-TIRE
NEW BRAUNFELS
6485 S. IH-35
New Braunfels, TX 78132
830-624-2700
TOMBALL
14431 FM 2920
Tomball, TX 77377
281-351-TIRE
HONDO
2805 Highway 90 West
Hondo, TX 78861
830-426-TIRE twconnection.com
POT OF GOLD
From top: This
contemporary
Irish home sits on
Loughrea Lake.
GREEN SPACE Lush landscaping
surrounds a contemporary
Connecticut home.
TAKE A SEAT
With an impeccable
view of Lake Como,
the living room entices.
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Greenwich, Conn.
$14.2 MILLION
THE LOWDOWN In a town known for prestigious waterside
living, this house redefnes the landscape. Surrounded almost
entirely by a meandering lake, the Warren Platner-designed
manse embraces its surroundings by way of manicured
gardens, wooden accents and immense windows.
THE STATS Five bedrooms, fve baths, three half baths, stately
library, artist studio, conservatory and private lake, all on
more than 4 acres
THE LAST WORD Seamlessly contemporary and nostalgic
with New England charm, this one-of-a-kind home is a
sophisticated ode to the areas history and culture.
CONTACT Sothebys International Realty, 203.869.4343,
awarrenplatnersignaturehome.com
Lake Como, Italy
PRICE UPON REQUEST
THE LOWDOWN On an iconic lake
lined with coveted properties,
the Via Regina estate stands
out. Its green facade is certainly
an attention-grabber, as are its
interiors. A private harbor, wine
cellar, porters lodge and detached
second villa facilitate hospitality and
entertaining. But its the nuances
bespoke hardwood fooring and
omnipresent freplacesthat make
it practical and memorable.
THE STATS Ten bedrooms, seven baths,
fve-plus car garage and three boat
slips, all on an exclusive .85-acre plot
THE LAST WORD In the price-upon-
request world of Lake Como, this is
one property that cant be matched.
Dare we call it priceless?
CONTACT Sothebys International
Realty, 39.031.538.8888,
sothebysrealty.com
Loughrea, Ireland
$1.38 MILLION
THE LOWDOWN Te Irish
countryside isnt exactly
synonymous with modernism,
though the Barrack Street
estate, perched on the banks of
Loughrea on the outskirts of
Galway, proves otherwise. Glass
walls interact efortlessly with
sleek masonry, while decks and
an outdoor shower capitalize on
the regions poetic beauty. At
the crux of it all, a glass bridge
connects two bedroom wings.
THE STATS Six bedrooms, 10 baths,
double-height reception hall,
ofce and au-pair quarters, all on
1.6 acres
THE LAST WORD Outdoor
enthusiasts, take note: Loughrea
Lake was bestowed with a blue-
fag standing, an environmental
honor denoting clean waters.
CONTACT Sherry FitzGerald/
Christies International Real
Estate, 353.0.91.569.123,
sherryftz.ie
HOUSTON
11330 FM-1960 W
Houston, TX 77065
281-890-TIRE
NEW BRAUNFELS
6485 S. IH-35
New Braunfels, TX 78132
830-624-2700
TOMBALL
14431 FM 2920
Tomball, TX 77377
281-351-TIRE
HONDO
2805 Highway 90 West
Hondo, TX 78861
830-426-TIRE twconnection.com
FINE DINING
Clockwise from top left:
The wine bar inside laV
showcases its stellar
wine collection; seating
details inside the wine
bar area; the main
dining room inside laV.
French Legation remains just blocks away. Inside, the
four double-height spaces are intimate, with velvety gray
scored concrete foors and plush cowhide, leather and
mohair seating. In the wine bar, stools surround two
slate-topped community tables set up to accommodate
socializing as well as more formal wine-tasting events.
A Provencal landscape stretches behind the bar, and
overhead, steel rafters and ductwork painted the
sultry brown-black of sealskin ofset the brilliance of
an outsize crystal chandelier. A formal dining room,
embraced by tufted banquettes, is a mix of antiques and
contemporary furnishings. Beyond glass doors, the wine
vault is a sophisticated setting for private parties with
a table that seats 10, overseen by Advanced Sommelier
Vilma Mazaite. Of course, the stylish setting is a mere
backdrop for laVs refned rustic fare, presented by
Texas-born Executive Chef Allison Jenkins. 1501 E.
7th Street, 512.391.1888, facebook.com/laVAustin
Austins New laV
Architect Bobby McAlpine and interior design partner
Susan Ferrier of McAlpine Tankersley Architecture
often create residences that reference another place and
time, homes that McAlpine terms inheritable, hard to
put a date on. Because most of McAlpine Tankerslys
projects are private, its rare for the public to get a
glimpse inside the legendary Montgomery, Ala.-based
frm. All that changed when laV, a Provence-inspired
restaurant and wine bar, opened its doors on Austins
east side in March. Its elegance meets industrial inside
the brick building fronted with vast steel gridded
windows with views of enticing dissonances of grand
homes and industrial warehouses. Austin is a unique
context, explains McAlpine. We wanted both plain
and elegant. Te owners, Houston investment banker
Ralph Eads and his wife, Lisa, also wanted laV to be a
seamless blend of French and Texan. It makes sensein
the 1600s, Texas was the sovereignty of France, and the
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CHIC RETREATS
From Austin to Dallas to Houston, three stylish
new spots to eat, drink, sleep and explore will
get your design juices owing!
By Helen Thompson
EXPLORE | HOSPITALITY
ALL TEXAS
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THE GE0-DECK
PLAYS UP AN
UNEQUALED
360-DEGREE VIEW
OF THE SKYLINE...
RENOVATION RAZZLE
Clockwise: The Lancaster hotels
refurbished lobby area; light
fxture inside Reunion Tower;
Reunion Towers new GeO-deck.
Dallas Reunion Tower
In Dallas, a 68-second elevator ride 560 feet
above downtown takes you to two futuristically
redesigned foors at Reunion Tower, just in
time for its 35th anniversary. Te tower
arguably Dallas most recognizable structure
and made famous by the opening helicopter
fyover from the TV series Dallashas been
undergoing a redesign in stages since 2007,
when it closed to the public. Wolfgang Pucks
Five Sixty restaurant opened on the top in
2009, but two foors remained unfnished
until last fall, including the public observation
deck.Gensler Dallas design for the new
GeO-deck plays up an unequaled, 360-degree
view of the skyline with 46 fat-panel touch
screens that allow visitors to select real-time
information about what theyre viewing as well
as the citys history. Underfoot, an abstract
pattern in the carpet is actually a large-scale
version of the Dallas grid system. But for a
really heavenly experience, visitors should
ascend the fight of stairs to Pucks Cloud Nine
cafeits revolving foor, illuminated bar and
the Big Sky installation that streams real-time,
3-D simulations of Dallas weather patterns
inside sculptural ceiling clouds transform the
space into a kaleidoscope of light, texture and
color. Observation deck, $8-$16, 300 Reunion
Blvd. E., 214.712.7040, reuniontower.com
Houstons Lancaster Hotel
Te much-anticipated renovation of the Lancaster,
Houstons oldest boutique hotel, is fnally complete,
and the 12-story Italianate landmark is better
than ever. Located at the epicenter of downtown
activities, the 93-room Lancaster has always been
a favorite destination for locals and out-of-towners.
Te renovation is fabulous, says Charlene Lusk
Dwyer, who, along with her four siblings, still
owns and runs the hotel. She teamed up with
Gensler, the noted global design frm, and
architecture frm Jackson & Ryan, to make
changes that accommodate todays guests. We
kept the layout, Dwyer explains, because
people expect what we had before. When the
old front deskwhich hid an expansive street-
facing windowwas relocated across the room, the
reception area became a magnet for downtowners
who work nearby. With a new gray color scheme
and more seating arrangements, the lobby is now a
happening spot. Overnight guests can expect sleek
beds with leather headboards, high thread count
linens, chests with see-through, labeled drawers
(so that youll know exactly where your belongings
are), marble-topped tables and updated technology.
Baths are luxurious, with marble foors and counters,
gold-tone fxtures, and big mirrors. $159 and up,
701 Texas Ave., 713.228.9500, thelancaster.com
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DESIGN-HAPPY
At Paris annual Maison et Objet fair,
just looking at haute design is an artistic endeavor.
By Elaine Markoutsas
For fve days in January, some 85,000 connoisseurs scurry through the RER
train station at the Parc des Expositions in the town of Villepinte just outside
Paris. Te people and their rolling bags move like a single frantic organism
toward eight hangar-like structures. Outside, theres little of visual interest.
No views of the Eifel Tower, no spectacular landscapes. But anticipation of
the latest Maison et Objet (literally, house and object), has revved up the
design cognoscenti. Inside, the buzz is electric.
Tis is quite possibly the most infuential design show in the world. Major
U.S. luxury retailers wouldnt dream of missing it. Neither would the creme
de la creme of home design magazines. Some have dared to say that Paris has
surpassed Milan and its prestigious Salone del Mobile asin the words of the
shows promotional materialsthe capital of creation.
Encompassing yet transcending both art and design, Maison embraces
good living, everything that speaks to fashion in the homefurniture,
lighting, textiles, bedding, housewares, tabletops, gifts, fragrance, even mens
and womens wear, jewelry and cuisine. In all, 3,000 brands are represented,
nearly half of them international. And the trade show generates some 1 billion
euros biannually (another installment happens in September).
Tere are few celeb sightings; here, designers are the rock stars, like 2014
Designer of the Year Tom Dixon, who hosts an event at Eclectic, a bistro he
designed in the 15th arrondissement. Te afcionados sartorial choices include
fur vests, sheer skirts, leggings, sequined sweaters, haute
MAISON MATTERS Clockwise from top
left: Porcelain tableware by Sieger, in
collaboration with Furstenberg; inside
the hall; Lalique vase by Zaha Hadid.
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LOVING LEATHER
Clockwise from top left:
Baxters offerings include
pieces in lambs wool and
white leather with trompe
loeil tufting; a Baxter
pillow display takes on an
industrial feel; Herms
showcases the Cabriolet
chair by Philippe Nigro.
costume, and, of course, the ubiquitous scarf on
men and women. A minty green Laduree cart is on hand to entice
spectators with colorful macarons.
Tis years overall theme: Elsewhere. But the here and now
predominates. Its an easy milieu in which to name-drop. Fashion
and luxe brands are well represented: Missoni, Roberto Cavalli,
Armani Casa (but only its Murano glass accessories), the JNL
collection from Belgium, Ralph Lauren, Saint Louis, Lalique,
Daum, Haviland, Christian Lacroix stationery, Bluemarine Home.
And the couture brands do not disappoint. Teres Fendi Casa
dripping in logo encrusted crystal chandeliers, croc leathers and
fur. And Emanuel Ungaro is rocking emerald snakeskin patterned
chairs and black-and-white houndstooth ottomans.
Te show also witnesses the launch of Bentley Home, a
sumptuous line of furnishings appointed in cashmere, leather, silk,
beautifully grained woods and fying B logos stitched on pillows
and backrests, all to mimic the posh interiors of a Bentley
and they even have one parked outside the booth.
British designer Martyn Lawrence Bullard calls Maison
a force, and adds that the diference is that people dont just
exhibitthey decorate. High-style booths show of products in
environments. In Paris, vendors really pull out all the stops
knowing its the city of all things stylish. Of course, display in
the City of Light is an art form. From fower shops to patisseries,
boulangeries to boutiques, the sense of color, scale and arrangement
is nonpareil. In tandem with Maison et Objet is

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Paris Deco Of, where 70-plus textile showrooms
on the Rive Gauche and Rive Droite open their doors to spotlight
new lines. Te Rue du Mail and streets near Rue Jacob are
enchantingly marked with giant fabric-clad drum chandeliers.
At Kartell, life-size cutouts of 15 designers (including
Philippe Starck, Patricia Urquiola and Lenny Kravitz) decorate
the shop, alongside the provocative lamps they tweaked for the
10th anniversary of the iconic Bourgie. You get the feeling that
the French live for all things chic, says Bullard, and that their
passion for fashion goes hand in hand with interiors! Even the fea
market is abuzz with highly designcentric displays. Te energy
is inspiring. Meanwhile, Philippe Nigro, honored as the 2014
NOW! creator of the year, holds court within a retrospective of
his 15-year oeuvre. Standing like a proud papa next to pieces from
his Herms collection, he is, at 39, old school: To me, its function
frst. Ten the form follows.
Each LED-lit hall is connected, and the vibe changes as you
snake through diteurs (fabrics) to scnes d intrieur, where the
Milan-based Dimore Studio cops distinguished designer honors
and four emerging Turkish designers are honoreda nod to
Istanbuls rising status as a creative hot spot.
A concerted efort is made to satiate all the senses. A chime
followed by a mesdames et messieurs! announcement signals
the start of a design panel or cooking event. Among the cuisine
demos: venerable chocolatier Lentre and top bread-maker Gontran
Cherrier. In the enormous Hall Five, a small crowd is jamming and
clapping to the infectious beat of Pharrell Williams Happy.
Tere are walls of green. Lush arrangements of fresh tulips,
anemones, peonies and hydrangeas in fabulous containers are part
of set decor, along with boxwoods, palm trees and cacti. Nearby,
the dreamy all-white Baxter stand, designed by Paola Navone,
holds a chic and edgy mlange of pieces featuring Mongolian
lambs wool, perforated metal and white leather with trompe
loeil tufting. Te inspiration was from fashionfrom Martin
Margiela, the Belgian designer known for his all-white shops, says
Danilo Di Michele, founder/president of DDM Advertising and a
spokesman for the brand. Its like it has no dimension, no lines,
like foating. But the soul of the space, says Di Michele, is the play
with textures, gloss and matte fnishes. Te capitonn [button-
tufted] sofa actually is printed leather that looks like textile. Te
light on the space was inspired by street decorations in Sicily
during the Christmas season.
What impressed this year, says Bullard, are furniture
collections by iconic fashionistas like Ungaro. Even American
brands like Phillip Jefries pushed the envelope in a real joie de vivre
way, with pure gold-covered wallpapers reminiscent of a maharajas
palace. Or as Philippe Brocart, the shows managing director, says
with fnality: Here is elsewhere, and nowhere else will ever do.
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From left: Emanuel Ungaros
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SIP & SHOP
THE PARTY Adriana Hoyos Holiday Soiree celebrated
the launch of its new 2014 collection while toasting
the newest issue of Modern Luxury Interiors Texas.
THE PLAYERS Adriana Hoyos Pablo J. Perez and Baron Farha
hosted a fun crowd, who was greeted by a gleaming 2014
white Jaguar F-Type, courtesy of Park Place Dealerships.
THE SCENE Partygoers sipped on Smirnof and Baileys cocktails
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THE PARTY Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams hosted
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THE PARTY Hundreds turned out to toast the grand
opening of Cosentinos new 27,000-square-foot showroom
in Houston, the brands 25th in North America.
THE PLAYERS Cosentino execs joined building and design industry
experts who were eager to catch the frst glimpse of the space. Cosentinos
quartz, granite and stone surfacing products were on full display, as
were the showrooms expansive classrooms and demonstration areas.
THE SCENE Spanish wine and tapas circulated the room, and
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ANTIQUES
BACK ROW ANTIQUES
Back Row Antiques is a 9000 square-foot showroom featuring thousands
of European and early American antique furniture items, accessories and
one-of-a-kind ideas. Stroll through the collections of 2Lucys Antiques,
Leighton Hale Antiques and Designs by Grace. 8570 Katy Freeway, Ste.
111, Houston 713.827.9292 or www.backrowantiques.com
BOXWOOD CONTAINERS
Fine European imports including exquisite furnishings, paintings, and
lighting curated by Bret Duhon of Boxwood Interiors. 4622 Center St.,
Houston 832.707.9920 or www.boxwoodcontainers.com
CARL MOORE ANTIQUES
Carl Moore Antiques offers a distinctive selection of memorable pieces
individually chosen with an eye for style, line and value. They believe that
everyone is interested in nding unique and delightful items to live with.
No one wants a house full of generic "stuff" that is mass-produced. Here
they stress an emphasis on fewer, more unique pieces. 1610 Bissonnet St.,
Houston 713.524.2502 or www.carlmooreantiques.com
FOUND
At Found, they search for objects with an integrity that reects a
creative point of view: that substance is always more relevant than the
vagaries of style. They reinterpret choice pieces to create one-of-a-kind
compositions, then curate them in unexpected ways. Design elements
that may have been discarded or overlooked before their studied nesse
gave them new appeal. 3433 W. Alabama St., Houston 713.522.9191 or
www.foundforthehome.com
KAY O'TOOLE ANTIQUES AND ECCENTRICITIES
Kay O'Toole Antiques and Eccentricities carries European antiques from
the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries. The shop has architectural design
elements, lighting and unusual decorating assemblages. A very rare
and European sensibility. 1921 Westheimer Rd., Houston 713.523.1921 or
www.kayotooleantiques.com
ARCHITECTS
MATRIX DESIGN COMPANIES
Matrix Design Companies, Inc. is a collection of architectural and interior
design rms with ofces throughout the United States. The Houston
location offers diversity and skill in creating original, dynamic and
innovative projects. Each project is a unique expression of architectural
expertise, and masterful merger of aesthetics and function. 6001 Savoy
Dr., Houston 301.404.6290 or www.matrixdesigncompanies.com
ART
ANGELA FABBRI - FABBRIOLOGY
Houston-based artist Angela Fabbri creates show-stopping,
contemporary paintings. Her unique layering technique and strategic use
of color creates intriguing depth and detail. Specializing in commissions.
By appointment only. Silver Street Studios, 2000 Edwards St, #101,
Houston 713.677.4878 or www.fabbriology.com
ARKENSTONE GALLERY
Breaking barriers between ne art, natural art, and interior decor, The
Arkenstone Gallery features beautiful ne mineral specimens that
delight collectors, curators, and decorators alike. By appointment only.
972.437.2492 or www.irocks.com
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AVIS FRANK GALLERY
Avis Frank is a dynamic contemporary art gallery specializing in
international, national and regional mid-career artists in all media.
1606 White Oak Dr., Houston 713.231.8967 or www.avisfrank.com
BANKS FINE ART
Beautiful, original art to complement any home can be found at Banks Fine
Art. Friendly, knowledgeable staff will assist you in nding that perfect piece.
Located in the Dallas Design District, the gallery offers landscapes, orals,
and still lifes to meet any and all tastes. Banks Fine Art offers works by
Chagall, Cortes, Marcel Dyf, Francois Gall, G. Harvey, Charles Levier, Miro, Bill
Parker, Picasso and Raymond Thibesart in addition to works by living artists.
1313 Slocum St., Ste.103, Dallas 214.352.1811 or www.banksneart.com
BILL MEEK AT MEEK STUDIO & GALLERY
Bill Meek's unique sculpted glass style enhances high-end residential and
commercial interiors. With a career spanning more than 35 years of creating
dramatic original glass sculpture, furniture, lighting, walls, murals and
stairwells, this masterful artist, designer and craftsman is broadly collected.
Private appointments are available. 1903 Spring St., Houston 713.259.9226 or
www.meekgallery.com
CRAIGHEAD GREEN GALLERY
Craighead Green is recognized as one of the nest contemporary art galleries
throughout Texas, representing more than 40 artists of all mediums. The
Gallery focuses on contemporary paintings, sculpture and photography in a
myriad of media and styles. Craighead Green represents mid to late career
artists while continuing the promotion of emerging artists. 1011 Dragon St.,
Dallas 214.855.0779 or www.craigheadgreen.com
DALLAS AUCTION GALLERY
Dallas Auction Gallery, founded in 2002 by the Shuford family of Dallas,
has developed a world-wide reputation for auctioning the best in antiques,
ne art, jewelry and Asian antiquities. Dallas Auction Gallery is known
internationally for integrity, straightforwardness and personal service for
both the buyer and seller. 2235 Monitor St., Dallas 214.653.3900 or www.
dallasauctiongallery.com
DEBORAH COLTON GALLERY
Deborah Colton Gallery is founded on being an innovative showcase for
on-going presentation and promotion of strong historical and visionary
contemporary artists worldwide, whose diverse practices include paintings,
works on paper, sculpture, video, photography, performance, conceptual
future media and public space installations. 2445 North Blvd., Houston
713.869.5151 or www.deborahcoltongallery.com
HARRIS GALLERY
Located in the heart of the Museum District, Harris Gallery is a leader in realist
paintings, works on paper, sculpture, photographs and prints for corporate
and private clients. Please call to schedule an appointment. 1100 Bissonnet
St., Houston 713.522.9116 or www.harrisgalleryhouston.com
HERITAGE AUCTIONS
Heritage Auctions is the worlds third largest auction house with annual sales
of more than $900 million. Through more than 38 categories from U.S. and
foreign coins to ne art, designer handbags, and luxury real estate Heritage
offers a broad range of services for high net worth collectors, investors,
and duciaries from HA.com and ofces in Dallas, New York, Beverly Hills,
San Francisco, Houston and Geneva. 3500 Maple Ave., 17th Fl., Dallas 877.
HERITAGE (437-4824) or www.ha.com
KELLY ALEXANDER PHOTOGRAPHY
Kelly Alexander Photography, located just 10 minutes from Whiterock Lake
and the Dallas Arboretum, is a full service photography studio that provides
a complete photography experience. She also offers complete lines of
ushmount albums, mounted portraits and gallery wraps. Dallas 214.228.0144
or www.kellyalexander.com
LAURA RATHE FINE ART
Established in 1998, Laura Rathe Fine Art represents emerging and
mid-career contemporary artists, several of whom enjoy notable national
and international reputations. The gallery strives to facilitate and encourage
young artists working in a variety of media including photography, metal,
paint and glass to explore, experiment and collaborate in pursuit of a new
and exciting visual vocabulary. 1130 Dragon St., Ste. #130, Dallas, 214.761.2000;
2707 Colquitt St., Houston, 713.527.7700 or www.laurarathe.com
LUMINART GALLERY
LuminArt combines vibrant local talent with nationally acclaimed and
internationally recognized artists showcasing original, contemporary artworks.
"Surrealism of the 21st Century" will be on view through April 26th, followed by
a multimedia presentation during "Muse," opening May 3rd, and "Arte Latino"
on June 14th. 1727 E. Levee St., Dallas 214.914.4503 or www. luminarte.com
MUZEION
Located in the Dallas Design District, Muzeion is devoted to providing
Dallas with an innovative space for both international and national artists
showcases. The space houses a 5,000 sq. ft. gallery which supports regular
rotating exhibitions of contemporary art as well as regular events including
interactive free art lectures to the public. Full of passion and character,
high energy and creativity, they hand-pick only the most exclusive art from
around the world. 1113 Dragon St., Dallas 214.998.4803 or www.muzeion.com
NICOLE LONGNECKER GALLERY
Nicole Longnecker Gallery is located in the heart of Houston's Gallery Row.
The gallery offers a wide range of contemporary artistic ideas in various media
by artists on both a national and international level. They are committed to
presenting the nest work possible from established and emerging artists.
2625 Colquitt St., Houston 713.591.4997 or www.longneckergallery.com
OFF THE WALL GALLERY
Since 1978, Off the Wall Gallery has offered ne art, vintage posters, paintings,
sculpture and custom framing. The gallery is home to a vast collection of
works from around the world as well as a growing collection of secondary-
market works by the likes of Picasso, Miro, Dali and Chagall. 5015 Westheimer
Rd., Ste. 2208, Houston 713.871.0940 or www.offthewallgallery.com
PEVETO - A FINE ART RESOURCE MANAGEMENT COMPANY
PEVETO is a multi-disciplined organization offering assistance in art
acquisition, art advisory services and art collection management to
individuals and corporations as well as representing a select group of Texas
contemporary, national and international artists. 2627 Colquitt St., Houston
713.360.7098 or www.peveto.org
READ CONTEMPORARY
Read Contemporary Dallas is a contemporary art gallery featuring top
international artists, with a slight emphasis on Contemporary Aboriginal
Art. The gallery features over 20 highly respected and collected artists from
across the globe. With scheduled exhibits and events, check out the website
for further details. 505.577.4328 or www.readcontemporay.com
SARITA ACKERMAN CONTEMPORARY GALLERY STUDIO
Sarita Ackerman Contemporary is an art production house and gallery
that engages in cutting-edge, experimental work with a platform for
contemporary art. The gallery is dedicated to exhibiting the work of ambitious
contemporary artists at all levels of their careers and development. 19330
Indian Grass Dr., Katy 713.540.6574 or www.saritaackerman.com
WILLIAM CAMPBELL CONTEMPORARY ART
William Campbell Contemporary Art, founded in 1974 by William and Pam
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Campbell, exhibits contemporary art in a variety of media including paintings,
works on paper, photography and sculpture. Exhibits include nationally
recognized artists along with new and emerging talent. 4935 Byers Ave., Fort
Worth 817.737.9566 or www.williamcampbellcontemporaryart.com
YVONAMOR PALIX FINE ARTS
Yvonamor Palix Fine Arts features the work of established European and
Latin American contemporary artists and emerging local talents. Catering
to a wide variety of clients, designers, architects, private and corporate
collectors, Palix Gallery provides tailored art services including private
consultations and thematically curated exhibits. By appointment only. 1824
Spring St., #108, Houston 713.574.1990 or www.yvonamorpalixart.com
ZHULONG GALLERY
Zhulong Gallery is a pioneering contemporary art gallery designed to feature
New Media works. Offering multi-level galleries, Zhulong Gallery provides
noteworthy contemporary artists with an innovative, technology-driven space
for display. 1302 Dragon St., Dallas 214.609.0944 or www.zhulonggallery.com
CLOSETS
CALIFORNIA CLOSETS
California Closets does more than just closets - they are experts in space
planning for every area of your home. No matter what the functional need or
aesthetic preference, California Closets can design and deliver a unique storage
solution that looks beautiful and performs as promised. 4441 Lovers Ln., Dallas,
214.351.1000; 2208 Dallas Pkwy., Ste. 310, Plano, 214.351.1000; 4003 Waldo St.,
Houston, 713.785.0111; 500 N. Lamar Blvd., #180, Austin, 512.441.6061; 1111 Arion
Pkwy., Ste. 120, San Antonio, 210.829.1991 or www.californiaclosets.com
EGGERSMANN KITCHENS | HOME LIVING
Eggersmann Kitchens | Home Living makes your design process easy. Their
design team customizes cabinetry for your home by nding the perfect
nish for your style and creating a detailed layout. Modern and contemporary
Europea style is their forte, while specializing in the most discerning clients. 5120
Woodway Dr., Ste. #250, Houston 713.877.8088 or www.eggersmannusa.com
DESIGN CENTERS
DECORATIVE CENTER HOUSTON (DCH)
DCH houses more than 40 showrooms that feature the nest furniture,
fabrics, lighting, ooring, wall coverings and accessories from more than
1,200 manufacturers. The 7.1-acre campus is located at the northeast corner of
Woodway Drive and Sage Road minutes away from the Galleria and Downtown.
5120 Woodway Dr., Houston 713.961.9292 or www.decorativecenter.com
THE HOUSTON DESIGN CENTER
Featuring 40 residential and commercial showrooms and design studios
nestled in 15 acres of green space, The Houston Design Center is the home to
the ASID Texas Gulf Coast Chapter. 7026 Old Katy Rd., Houston 713.864.4735
or www.thehoustondesigncenter.com
DESIGNERS
ANYTHING BUT PLAIN
Anything But Plain has amassed a repertoire of stunning, award-winning
nishes ranging from dimensional layering of artisan textures and hand-
painted murals, to extraordinary cabinet and furniture nishes. The ne
artisans of Anything But Plain will deliver exceptional decorative nishes
and plasters tailored to each space. 7026 Old Katy Rd. #277, Houston
281.444.2070 or www.anythingbutplain.com
ASID TEXAS CHAPTER/TEXAS GULF COAST CHAPTER
Whether you are looking for a professional interior designer or seeking
information on interior design styles and trends, the American Society of
Interior Designers (ASID) can help. They provide valuable resources to the
public for locating local interior designers or if you own an interior design
company, their membership services can help you grow your business.
www.asidtx.org; asidtgcc.org
BELLACASA DESIGN ASSOCIATES, INC.
Bellacasa Design Associates Inc. is a full-service, high-end interior residential
and interior architectural design rm. They also facilitate renovations
and build from the ground up through their sister company, Windstone
Partners LLC. 2301 Westheimer Rd., Houston, 713.413.0005; 26620 I-45 N.,
The Woodlands, 281.419.5550 or www. bellacasadesign.com
DESIGN HOUSE
Design House is a showroom and an award-winning professional design
rm with both residential and commercial design experience in projects
of all sizes. Working in versatile settings, the group plans, coordinates and
optimizes budgets while searching for unique products in order to provide
personal, comfortable and creative spaces. 7026 Old Katy Rd., Ste. 115,
Houston 713.803.4949 or www.designhousetx.com
DODSON INTERIORS
With more than 35 years of combined experience, the mother-daughter duo,
Trisha and Julie Dodson, share a passion for creating eye-catching interiors
that are as stunning as they are functional. Recognized for their sophisticated
and rened aesthetic, as well as attention to detail, Dodson Interiors strives
to create elegant and comfortable interiors that accurately reect their
clients' personal style. 675 Bering Dr., Ste. 105, Houston 713.780.9200 or
www.dodsoninteriors.com
DSI DESIGNS
DSI Designs offers a multitude of interior design services to help you with
every aspect of your project, including a pre-project budget consultation, a
highly useful resource for anyone who is working with an architect or talking
with their builder. 979.571.0074 or www.dsi-designs.com
EKLEKTIK INTERIORS
Eklektik Interiors is an award-winning interior design studio and showroom
featuring a blend of styles, international avors and exciting looks including an
exceptional selection of unique accessories and ne furniture. Eklektik designs
are a signature expression that beautifully captures the individuality of each
client. 1300 Shepherd Dr., Houston 832.804.6300 or www.eklektikinteriors.com
ELIMA DESIGNS
Elima Designs is a full-service design rm specializing in residential and
boutique commercial spaces. The President and Principal Designer, Saima
Seyar, is a professional member of ASID, and also registered with the state
of Texas. The rm utilizes multi-cultural knowledge of historical authenticity,
current aesthetic and market trends with their passion for design to create
distinctive and functional spaces. 2480 Times Blvd., Ste. #210, Houston
713.529.8899 or www.elimadesigns.com
GARRITY DESIGN GROUP
Andrea S. Garrity, ASID, is principal of Garrity Design Group, an award-
winning, full-service design rm specializing in residential interiors, new
construction and remodeling projects throughout the United States. 5402
Mount Royal Cl., Houston 281.440.5098 or www.garritydesigngroup.com
GARY RIGGS HOME
With two showrooms in Dallas, Gary Riggs Home showcases the market's
most unique collection of furniture and home accents. Gary Riggs Home offers
selections from contemporary to traditional with a showroom presentation
that is sure to inspire. You will nd an award-winning design staff ready to
make your home all you've dreamed of. 5217 Alpha Rd., Dallas, 214.547.1054;
6925 Preston Rd., Dallas, 214.547.7393 or www.garyriggshome.com
HILSABECK DESIGN ASSOCIATES, INC.
Hilsabeck Design Associates is a national award winning design rm
blending interior architecture, interior design with quality kitchen, bathroom,
residential and small commericial environments. Alan Hilsabeck is a Texas
Registered Interior Designer and NCIDQ certied in addition to being a
CMKBD (Certied Master Kitchen and Bath Designer) with over 25 years
dedicated to the kitchen, bath, and interior design profession. 4317 Thames Ct.,
Flower Mound 214.995.3178 or www.hilsabeckdesignassociates.com
J. DOUGLAS DESIGN
Since opening the showroom more than 25 years ago in the Oak Lawn/Turtle
Creek area, J. Douglas continues to intoxicate clients with a brilliant mix of
classic, high-style home furnishings and accessories in a surprisingly relaxed
but elegant showroom. J. Douglas Design is Dallas' exclusive retailer of Marge
Carson ne home furnishings. 3301 Oak Lawn Ave., Dallas 214.522.8100 or
www.jdouglasdesign.com
JANUS DESIGN
Janus Lazaris, Allied ASID and Principal Designer at Janus Design, a
boutique interior design rm, offers commercial and residential clients
cutting-edge expertise combined with the "personal touch" that sets Janus
Design apart. With more than 25 years in the industry, Janus has brought
her creative talents to countless local, national, and international commercial
and residential projects ranging in size and scope. Houston 713.666.1566 or
www.janusdesigngroup.com
KEN KEHOE & COMPANY
Ken Kehoe & Company is a full-service interior design consulting rm known
for giving their clients what they want, based on their needs and desires.
Ken brings a fun and personal touch to every project, bringing reality to
his clients' wishes in their homes. 7026 Old Katy Rd., Ste. 261, Houston
713.523.0580 or www.kenkehoe.com
LAURA LEE CLARK INTERIOR DESIGN, INC.
Interior Designer Laura Lee Clark Falconer understands that a truly successful
design blends a collection of high-quality pieces from various periods and
styles, while also using tasteful restraint. 1515 Slocum St., Dallas 214.265.7272
or www.lauraleeclark.com
LAURA U INTERIOR DESIGN
Headquartered in Houston, Laura U Interior Design, is a full-service, award-
winning interior design rm. Focusing on luxury homes in the United States
and internationally, Laura U provides turn-key interior design solutions and
an unmatched design service as well as painstaking attention to detail
and excellence in project management. 1840 Westheimer Rd., Houston
713.522.0855 or www.laurauinteriordesign.com
LIVE BEAUTIFULLY, LLC
This award-winning, interior design rm offers a holistic approach to facilitate
you in living beautifully. The Whole Life Design approach aligns inner and
outer environments. Services include energy alignment as well as residential
and commercial design, consultation, new construction, remodeling, furniture
, window treatments, art, accessories, and rugs. Houston 713.201.8313 or
www.livebeautifully.net
LUCAS/EILERS DESIGN ASSOCIATES, LLP
Lucas/Eilers Design Associates, LLP takes pride in applying exceptional
attention to detail to create classic interior spaces that function beautifully
for years to come. Thoughtful consideration of the client's vision and an

Introducing Wood-Mode Universal Elements.
Enhance your home with texture, color and design
like never before. Rustic, natural materials blend with
classic modernist forms. Be inspired.
Award-winning Cabinet Innovations has earned a
reputation in trust. Combine decades of experience in
designing and installing custom cabinetry with
unsurpassed white-glove treatment.
This is Cabinet Innovations.
Houston Decorative Center 5120 Woodway, Courtyard Ste 219, 77056
cabinetinnovationstx.com 713-461-6424
emphasis on clear communication contribute to the success of each project.
1502 Augusta St., Ste. 220, Houston 713.784.9423 or www.lucaseilers.com
LUCINDA LOYA INTERIORS
With a talented studio, Lucinda Loya Interiors (LLI) can successfully produce
amazing results on any budget. Always staying attuned to the cutting edge,
they create visually balanced designs that appeal to all senses. Although LLI
provides a large range of services, they deliver the most comprehensive and
detailed services specic to their clients' needs at every stage of a project. 7026
Old Katy Rd., Ste. 162, Houston 713.682.2800 or www.lucindaloyainteriors.com
PANACHE INTERIORS
Revered for their fresh designs, meticulous attention to detail and penchant for
simplied luxury, the Panache Interiors team perfects the new luxury experience
by stretching the boundaries of interior design through thoughtful choices of
color, texture and form. Austin 512.452.7773 or www.panacheinteriors.com
PUNITA VALAMBHIA INTERIORS
Punita Valambhia's objective is to accomplish the utmost in personalized
interiors. Her philosophy is to create a living space that is a unique expression
of her client in the palette of the interior space. She integrates all elements
of one's individual point of view by combining personal items, heirlooms,
furnishings and collections with color, texture, grace and beauty. 5120
Woodway Dr., Ste. 9018, Houston 713.961.1610 or www.punitainteriors.com
SHEILA LYON INTERIORS, INC
Sheila Lyon Interiors, Inc., is a full-service design rm specializing in new
construction and remodeling specication. Licensed designer Sheila Lyon
and staff bring 30 years of experience in providing an enjoyable experience
in great design. 5120 Woodway Dr., Ste. 7000, Houston 713.993.9001 or
www.sheilalyoninteriors.com
TERI PUGH STUDIO
Teri Pugh Studio is a design collaborative with a creative focus on livable
and functional spaces. Combining experience in architecture, construction
and the ne arts, Teri Pugh Studio offers fresh, innovative and unexpected
solutions for residential and commercial projects. 7026 Old Katy Rd., Ste. 156,
Houston 713.581.7975 or www.teripughstudio.com
THALIA ENGINEERING STUDIO
Thalia provides structural engineering, diagnostics, litigation support and
consulting services across Texas. Thalia does things a little differently - they
aim to embrace the architect's vision, to ensure that their explanations are
easily understood, and to never lose sight of the humanity behind everything
they do. 1919 Decatur St., Houston 832.592.1198 or www.thaliaengineering.com
ZURI FURNITURE
Zuris experienced Design Consultants are available by appointment
for personal design consultations. During your consultation, one of our
experienced designers will meet you at your home or ofce, discuss your
needs, and help you nd the perfect solution for your space. Please call for
appointments. 4880 Alpha Rd., Dallas, 972.716.9874; 7884 S.H. 121, Frisco,
469.633.9874 or www.zurifurniture.com
DOORS
SLIDING DOOR COMPANY
The Sliding Door Company is the signature choice for residential and
commerical interior sliding door solutions. The state-of-the art, cost-
effective product line includes room dividers, pocket, swing, barn, glass walls
and closet doors in variety of nishes and glass options. 3601 W. Alabama St.,
Ste. 107, Houston 713.850.0707 or www.slidingdoorco.com

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FABRIC, LINEN, BEDDING
DESIGN SERVICES
Julia Rider has worked with top Texas interior designers for more than
30 years bringing her clients' visions to life in fabric. She and her team of
seamstresses can create window coverings, shades, upholstery, slipcovers,
and bed and pillow treatments. Consulting with the client about drapery
design, fabric selection, function, linings and hardware, her one-stop full-
service team works with you from measurement to installation. 1310 Dragon
St., Dallas 214.752.1515 or www.juliariderdesign.com
DUXIANA
Are you dreaming of a good night's sleep? DUXIANA has everything to make
that a reality with their handmade beds from Sweden. DUXIANA offers a
wide array of European linens, down pillows and comforters. Everything you
need for the perfect night's sleep. 6134 Berkshire Ln., Dallas 214.739.8133 or
www.duxiana.com
FABRIC HOUSE
Fabric House offers textiles for upholstery, windows and walls, offering a unique
selection of window treatments; motorized shades, sheers, sliding panels as
well as a large selection of drapery hardware and readymade, customizable
drapery panels in an assortment of fabrics. They also offer performance
fabrics for both commercial and residential use. Open to the public and trade.
7026 Old Katy Rd., Ste. 159, Houston 713.864.7550 or www.fabrichousetx.com
LILY LANE HOME
From bedding, baby linens, Dash & Albert rugs, furniture, upholstery, to
tabletop linens and Juliska stoneware, they offer high quality products in a
palette of luscious tones and irresistible textures. Lily Lane Home specializes
in all things Bella Notte Linens and is located in the Knox Henderson area.
4514 Travis St., Ste. 101, Dallas 469.941.4667 or www.lilylanehome.com
LINEN BOUTIQUE
The professional staff will assist you in designing your complete bedroom
and bath environment with in-stock designs or custom orders from Sferra,
Matouk, Ann Gish, Peacock Alley and now D. Porthault. The Linen Boutique
also offers the only location of The Pillow Bar in Dallas. 5600 W. Lovers Ln.,
Ste. 122, Dallas 214.352.5400 or www.linen-boutique.com
SLEEP NUMBER
Sleep Number goes far beyond selling mattresses to offering customers an
unparalleled sleep experience with exclusive, benet-driven products. Each
Sleep Number store features knowledgeable sales professionals focused
on your unique sleep needs, and an interactive experience that helps you
achieve your very best sleep. www.sleepnumber.com
VI-SPRING
Vi-Spring invented the modern mattress in 1901. Today they continue to set
the standard for the most luxurious beds. Handcrafted with their patented
support system and from only the nest certied natural materials, for
perfect comfort and natural sleep. 4800 Alpha Rd., Dallas, 972.934.9191;
9889 Westheimer Rd., Houston, 713.787.9494 or www.cantoni.com
FURNITURE
ADRIANA HOYOS
Adriana Hoyos is a leading designer, manufacturer and retailer of high-end
furniture collections and accessories for residential and hospitality projects.
Created by renowned interior designer and creative director Adriana Hoyos,
the name-brand furniture collections include living, dining and bedroom
furniture; decorative art; lighting; rugs; and pillows and accessories. 1617 Hi
Line Dr., Ste. 190, Dallas 214.613.4149 or www.adrianahoyos.com
214 228 0144
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ALLAN KNIGHT AND ASSOCIATES
Based in Dallas, this top tier multi-line showroom represents more
than 50 lines of home furnishings including J. Robert Scott and Nancy
Corzine, and is a nationally recognized destination for interior designers.
Its own brand, available through trade showrooms nationwide, includes
Allan Knight Lighting, Allan Knight Acrylic, and Allan Knight Upholstery
and Furnishings. 150 Turtle Creek Blvd., Ste. 101, Dallas 214.741.2227 or
www.allan-knight.com
ALYSON JON INTERIORS
A family owned ne furnishings and design showroom that opened
its doors in the Houston area in 1967. Whether you're looking for a
unique accessory to accent a room or need to furnish an entire home,
come learn from their expertise. All locations are open to the public as
well as the interior design trade. 701 S. Capital of Texas Highway, Ste.
700, Austin, 512.330.9766; 2401 Bissonnet St., Houston, 713.524.3171;
6430 Phelan Blvd., Beaumont, 409.866.3171; AJ Annex, 2501 Bartlett
St., 713.520.0065 or www.alysonjon.com
AREA 25
Stager and interior designer Cheryl Lawrence and her team have a
passion for transforming ordinary rooms into fabulously breathtaking
spaces. Founded in 2009, Area 25 is an upscale consignment furniture,
staging and design store where designers and clients come for one-stop
shopping to update, stage or design their homes. 7721 Inwood Rd., Dallas
214.352.6925 or www.area25dallas.com
BERNADETTE SCHAEFFLER COLLECTION
Located on Hi Line in the Dallas Design District, Bernadette Schaefer
Collection features unique home furnishings, exclusive antique
treasures, one of a kind accessories and handmade oral arrangements
inspired by her passion for design, color and quality of European and
American craftsmanship. 1616 Hi Line Dr., Ste. 100, Dallas 214.749.0816
or www.bernadetteschaefer.com
BILLIARD FACTORY
The Billiard Factory was founded in 1975 and has grown into one of the
nation's largest game room furniture retailers. They've never lost sight
of striving to meet customer's needs and work hard to earn business by
providing their customers with the highest quality products and superior
customer service. Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, Austin 888.647.6611 or
www.billiardfactory.com
CANTONI
Cantoni has been called, "the best store of its kind in the country." One
visit tells you why: a stunning collection representing the world's most
exclusive styles and trends in modern furnishings. Cantoni is also renowned
for creative interior design services. 4800 Alpha Rd., Dallas, 972.934.9191;
9889 Westheimer Rd., Houston, 713.787.9494 or www.cantoni.com
DESIGN HOUSE
Design House is a design studio and showroom, open to the public,
offering unique art, antiques, furniture, lighting, custom pieces, linens, all
available off the showroom oor or to custom order. Combining the wide
variety of eclectic inventory, as well as providing excellent service is the
goal at Design House. 7026 Old Katy Rd., Ste. 115, Houston 713.803.4949
or www.designhousetx.com
IBB DESIGN FINE FURNISHINGS
IBB Design Fine Furnishings offers a diverse mix of name-brand home
furnishings and accessories, hand-selected by their design staff from
markets around the world. Regarded as the place to shop for furnishings
with style and luxurious designer details, IBB's sizable inventory
offers something beautiful for every budget. 5798 Genesis Ct., Frisco
214.618.6600 or www.ibbdesign.com
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Teri Pugh Studio is a design collaborative with a
creative focus on livable and functional spaces.
Combining experience in the Fine Arts,
Architecture and Construction, Teri Pugh Studio
offers fresh, innovative and unexpected solutions
for residential and commercial projects.
Houston Design Center - Suite 156
7026 Old Katy Road, Houston, Texas 77055
Showroom: 713.581.7975 Fax: 713.581.7972
www.teripughstudio.com
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INTERNUM CORPORATION
Internum Corporation is a high-end retailer of Italian contemporary
furniture with exclusive representation of B&B Italia, Minotti, Poltrona
Frau, Arketipo, Baxter, Cappellini, Flexform, and Acerbis among others. Be
inspired by designs that weave together innovation, history, technology
and beauty to create a classic yet contemporary environment. 3303
Kirby Dr., Houston 832.242.9470 or www.internum.com
J. ROBERT SCOTT
J. Robert Scott is an internationally known luxury furniture and textile
manufacturer founded by legendary designer Sally Sirkin Lewis. The
brand is a recognized source in the design community for bespoke
custom furnishings, proudly hand crafted in the United States since 1972.
150 Turtle Creek Blvd., Ste. 101, Dallas 214.741.2227 or www.allan-knight.com
LILY LANE HOME
From bedding, baby linens, Dash & Albert rugs, furniture, upholstery, to
tabletop linens and Juliska stoneware, they offer high quality products in a
palette of luscious tones and irresistible textures. Lily Lane Home specializes
in all things Bella Notte Linens and is located in the Knox Henderson area.
4514 Travis St., Ste. 101, Dallas 469.941.4667 or www.lilylanehome.com
MEREDITH O'DONNELL: FINE FURNITURE, ACCESSORIES & RUGS
Known for carrying the world's premier lines - Baker, TROSBY, Stickley,
Hickory Chair, EJ Victor, Ralph Lauren and European work shops - and
located in a large showroom in the Galleria/Uptown area, this store
continues its tradition of showcasing the "best of a category." 1751 Post
Oak Blvd., Houston 713.526.7332 or www.meredithodonnell.com
MITCHELL GOLD + BOB WILLIAMS
Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams is an internationally acclaimed home
furnishings company offering upholstery, art, tables and storage, lighting,
rugs and accessories designed to make people comfortable. Their
furnishings are often seen in magazines, on TV and in ne hotels and
are available at Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams Signature Stores including
Dallas. 4519 McKinney Ave., Dallas, 214.753.8700; The Shops at Willow
Bend, 6121 West Park Blvd., Plano, 469.304.4700 or www.mgbwhome.com
NATUZZI
Natuzzi Italia is unique to the modern home furnishings marketplace
and features luxurious leather furniture crafted in Italy. The Made in Italy
home furnishings collection offers modern sofa solutions, armchairs,
dining tables, rugs, lamps and accessories. Cantoni Dallas, 4800 Alpha
Road, Dallas 972.934.9191 or www.cantoni.com
ROCHE BOBOIS
Roche Bobois, a leader in European high-end furniture, has always been
in a class of its own. Known for its high-quality, European know how
and customization, each furniture piece is born of a close collaboration
between the brand, designers and manufacturers, many of which can be
customized to specically suit your needs. 4810 San Felipe St., Houston
713.629.0442 or www.roche-bobois.com
SCOTT + COONER, INC.
Scott+Cooner represents more than 70 lines of classic and contemporary
furniture, the top modern lighting designs and the most incredible
European kitchen systems in the Southwest. 1617 Hi Line Dr., Ste. 100, Dallas,
214.748.9838; 115 W. 8th St., Austin, 512.480.0436 or www.scottcooner.com
SMINK
SMINK has been serving designers and the public for 24 years with a well
cultivated repertoire of classic modern furniture. Purveyors of innovation,
they have now expanded their talents by introducing SMINK Fine Art.
Challenging the industry to a new level of art + design. 1019 Dragon St.,
Dallas 214.350.0542 or www.sminkinc.com
TIMOTHY OULTON
Timothy Oulton is a British premium lifestyle and furniture brand known for
its daring designs and authentic handcraftsmanship. Vintage designs are
re-visioned into a modern and innovative collection including handcrafted
upholstery, trunks, lighting and quirky home accessories. 4500 N. Central
Expressway, Dallas 214.613.2464 or www.timothyoulton.com
TROSBY FURNITURE
Since 1948, TROSBY Furniture has employed master craftsmen dedicated
to hand-crafting the nest English reproduction furniture for home or ofce.
Now these same wood workers are building custom modern and European
replicas using the same old world techniques and French polished nishes.
Retail and trade welcome. 1751 Post Oak Blvd., Houston 713.526.7332 or
www.trosbyfurniture.com
URBAN LEATHER
For more than a decade, Texas-based Urban Leather has been hand-crafting
custom furniture. They have set themselves apart by providing a shopping
experience that is a departure from anything you have experienced. They
make the process of designing your perfect sofa or sectional simple, easy
and affordable. Their quality leather furniture is delivered in only 30 days and
is backed with a lifetime warranty. 3311 Richmond Ave., Houston 832.967.0720
or www.urban-leather.com
ZURI FURNITURE
Zuri has put together an imaginative collection targeting style-conscious
buyers. Blending contemporary styles, modern lines and comfortable
appeal, Zuri brings to Texas one of the largest, most unique selections of
furniture and home decor. Their mission is to provide contemporary styling
for a comfortable life. 4880 Alpha Rd., Dallas, 972.716.9874; 7884 S.H. 121,
Frisco, 469.633.9874 or www.zurifurniture.com
KITCHEN & BATH
BONTEMPI CUCINE
Bontempi is one of Italy's leading kitchen brands and is available exclusively
in the US at Cantoni. The Bontempi Collection addresses the needs of
Cantoni's discerning clients with innovative design that enhances the style
of modern homes. These Italian custom kitchens feature exceptional detail
of form and function creating spaces as striking as they are practical. 4800
Alpha Rd., Dallas, 972.934.9191; 9889 Westheimer Rd., Houston, 713.787.9494
or www.cantoni.com
CABINET INNOVATIONS
Visit Cabinet Innovations, Houston's design showroom featuring Wood-Mode,
Brookhaven and Bellmont cabinetry, to view extensive design opportunities,
products, nishes, hardware, installation and companion products to make
your dreams become your reality. Decorative Center, 5120 Woodway,
Courtyard Ste. 219, Houston 713.461.6424 or www.cabinetinnovationstx.com
CAPITAL DISTRIBUTING
This 18,000-square-foot showroom features the world's leading and most
exclusive appliance brands and also offers a huge selection of kitchen and
outdoor appliances, outdoor furniture, hardware, plumbing and more. 2910
N. Stemmons Freeway, Dallas 214.638.2681 or www.capitaldistributing.com
EGGERSMANN KITCHENS | HOME LIVING
Eggersmann Kitchens | Home Living makes your design process easy. Their
design team customizes cabinetry for your home by nding the perfect nish for
your style and creating a detailed layout. Modern and contemporary European
style is their forte, while specializing in the most discerning clients. 5120 Woodway
Dr., Ste. #250, Houston 713.877.8088 or www.eggersmannusa.com
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JENN-AIR
Jenn-Air makes luxury kitchen appliances known for their sophisticated
design, innovative technology and exceptional performance. Jenn-Air
created the legendary downdraft cooktop and now makes appliances
for the entire kitchen, from powerful professional-style ranges to stylish
built-in refrigerators, taking cooking and entertaining to impressive new
levels. 800.JENN.AIR (536.6247) or www.jennair.com
POGGENPOHL
For 120 years, Poggenpohl has been reinventing life in the kitchen
one idea at a time. Poggenpohl was the rst to introduce many
transformative innovations including white lacquer furniture, ergonomic
work-top heights, and the kitchen island. Technical expertise,
materials of unsurpassable quality, craftsmanship and trend-setting
design go into each Poggenpohl kitchen. 1804 Hi Line Drive, Dallas,
214.572.9190; 5002 Westheimer Road, Suite B, Houston, 832.582.2620 or
www.poggenpohl.com
POHLENZ DALLAS - VALCUCINE
Pohlenz is a full service design studio and architectural resource open
to architects, designers and contractors and is the authorized dealer for
Valcucine in Oklahoma, Texas, Missouri, Arkansas, Kansas, Nebraska, and
Iowa. Valcucine, located in Italy, is the industry leader in sustainable design
and manufacturing of kitchen cabinets. Pohlenz also represents some of
the nest modern architectural products from Italy, including kitchens,
bathrooms, doors, closest systems, stair systems, furniture, bathrooms,
and outdoor furniture. 1617 Hi Line Dr., Ste. 470, Dallas 214.484.8371 or
www.pohlenzcm.com
PORCELANOSA USA
PORCELANOSA, a global leader in the innovation, design, manufacture
and distribution of tile kitchen, and bath products, endeavors to be
the industry leader by providing trendsetting cutting-edge designs
of unparalleled beauty and renement, uncompromising quality,
technologically superior products and dependable services to its clients.
1617 Hi Line Dr., #415, Dallas, 214.377.2327; 11639 Emerald St., #100, Dallas,
469.310.2870 or www.porcelanosa-usa.com
TKO ASSOCIATES, INC.
TKO Associates, Inc., has been the primary wholesale supplier of high-
end residential and commercial decorative hardware, plumbing xtures
and accessories to the trade communities since 1981. Celebrating its 33rd
year, TKO remains committed to the creativity of the industry by uniting
design and precise construction so all products are a TKO. 1617 Hi Line
Dr., Ste. 230, Dallas 214.741.6060 or www.tkoassoc.com
LANDSCAPE AND OUTDOOR
AQUATERRA OUTDOOR ENVIRONMENTS
Featured on HGTV's "Cool Pools," AquaTerra specializes in creating
cohesive outdoor environments, whether it's designing an estate master
plan or appropriately blending a new addition with existing surroundings
and architecture. Custom designing each project to create the ultimate
outdoor living experience for their clients, they compose timeless, tranquil
environments that change the way people live, relax, and play outdoors.
7111 Elm St., Frisco 214.387.8333 or www.aquaterraoutdoors.com
CLAYTONHILL GREENHOUSE COMPANY
With over 30 years of greenhouse construction experience, Claytonhill
Greenhouse Company is the premier greenhouse builder of the southwest,
specializing in environments for plants and people. Specialty services
include consulting, design, and equipment options. 1115 Sturgeon Ct., Ste.
113, Arlington 817.467.9370 or www.claytonhill.com
OTHER/MISC
ANDERSEN WINDOWS & DOORS
Andersen Windows, Inc. is a part of Andersen Corporation; the largest
window and door manufacturer in North America. The agship Andersen
brand is the most recognized and most used brand in the window and
patio door industry. 100 4th Ave. North, Bayport, MN 1.888.888.7020 or
www.andersenwindows.com
AUDIO VISION
Audio Vision is a full service technology company that offers a wide range
of audio visual, security and automation products. Their design team
has over 20 years of experience in the commercial and the residential
technology market and services include sales, installation and programming
of distributed audio, automation, pro audio, surveillance cameras,
security alarms, networking, lighting control and custom video systems.
5016 Kirby Dr., Houston 713.526.0022 or www.avaudiovision.com
DELIVERY LIMITED
Delivery Limited is the world's foremost specialist in relocation, delivery
and storage services for discerning clients who expect and demand the
highest standards of professionalism. With unmatched care and attention
to detail, their Installation Specialists ensure your valuable possessions are
transported and stored securely, safely and to your utmost satisfaction. 8220
Ambassador Row, Dallas 214.261.1000 or www.deliverylimited.com
PARK PLACE LEXUS
Looking for the perfect new or pre-owned Lexus? Park Place Lexus Plano and
Park Place Lexus Grapevine offer an outstanding ownership experience. Both are
conveniently located and offer a wide range of Lexus vehicles. 6785 Dallas Parkway,
972.407.7000; 901 Highway 114 East, 817.416.3100 or www.parkplacelexus.com
INTO THE GARDEN
Into the Garden sets the standard for high quality outdoor furniture and
accessories in Dallas and Fort Worth. They offer the nest outdoor
collections from the leading manufacturers in the industry, including
Kingsley-Bate and Woodard, each with an outstanding reputation for
quality, craftsmanship, design and customer support. 3300 Knox St.,
Ste. 200, Dallas 214.351.5125 or www.intothegardentexas.com
LIGHTING
CIRCA LIGHTING
This boutique lighting retailer offers table, ceiling, wall, oor and exterior
pieces designed by legends such as Barbara Barry, Suzanne Kasler, Ralph
Lauren and Thomas O'Brien, with an extensive studio line as well. 444 N.
Wells St., Chicago 713.526.4100 or www.circalighting.com
LEGRAND
The adorne collection by Legrand makes life simply beautiful, putting a
stylishly smart nishing touch on any project. Turn ordinary to extraordinary
with switches, wall plates, under-cabinet lighting and wireless systems that
bring inspiration to life. 877.295.3472 or www.adornemyhome.com
WIMBERLEY GLASSWORKS
Art glass lighting designs for commercial and residential, indoor and outdoor
spaces. They custom design open-minded and creative, yet integrated and
realistic works, or you can choose from an extensive selection of handblown
art glass chandeliers, pendants, wall lighting and lamps. Since 1992, designs
by Tim deJong and his skilled team of artisans have graced the lobbies
of many high-rises, business interiors and residences. 6469 Ranch Rd. 12,
San Marcos 800.929.6686 or www.wgw.com
PIERCE - DECORATIVE HARDWARE & PLUMBING
The spacious showroom at Pierce Decorative Hardware & Plumbing brings
together the nest selection of quality decorative hardware and plumbing
products in the southwest. Those with an eye for style and quality will nd
their design solutions here, whether building a new home, remodeling or
simply updating a room. 6823 Snider Plz., Dallas, 214.368.2851; 4030 W
Vickery Blvd., Fort Worth, 817.737.9090; The Shops at Starwood, Frisco,
214.469.0144 or www.piercehardware.com
SETTLERS HARDWARE CO.
In business since 1986, Settlers specializes in Period, Continental and American
hardware including antique glass, brass and iron. In addition, Settlers carries
exclusive lines of reproduction, architectural and cabinet hardware with
many items customized to client specications. Open to the public Thursday,
Friday and Saturday, 10AM to 5PM and by appointment. 1901 W. Alabama St.,
Houston 713.524.2417 or www.theredvault.com/bio/settlers_hardware
SUGAR LAND WINE & FOOD AFFAIR
This ve-day event celebrates all that is good, gooey, sweet, savory, bubbly
and simply irresistible. In addition to live cooking demos and interactive
seminars, this year's affair will add even more food and chefs, tastings, a
beer garden and much more. 445 Commerce Green Blvd., Sugar Land
713.SIP.WINE or www.sugarlandwineandfoodaffair.com
TEXAS SUN & SHADE
Texas Sun & Shade is dedicated to providing high quality interior and
exterior sun control solutions for commercial and residential environments.
Known for superior products, sophisticated designs, motorization and
automation expertise, and exemplary service, they bring convenience,
quality and comfort to your life. 11813 Bee Caves Rd., Austin 512.402.0990 or
www.txsunandshade.com
TIRE & WHEEL CONNECTION
Tire & Wheel Connection is Texas's premier destination for tires and custom
wheels. Serving Houston and its surrounding areas for over 25 years, their
team of professionals know what it takes to get you where you need to go
safely and in style. Convenient locations in Houston, Hondo, Tomball and New
Braunfels. See website for locations. 281.890.5920 or www.twconnection.com
REAL ESTATE, BUILDERS & DEVELOPERS
BELLA CUSTOM HOMES INC.
Tony Visconti and his team at Bella Custom Homes represent honesty, integrity,
complete transparency, along with the highest level of professionalism and
customer satisfaction. Bella Custom Homes' goal is not to meet your expectations,
but to exceed them. Each individual custom luxury home represents the pinnacle
of beautiful and timeless interiors, along with stunning architecture. PO Box 516,
Addison 972.250.0898 or www.bellacustomhomes.com
CLASSIC URBAN HOMES
Classic Urban Homes builds custom homes that bring new traditions to
established neighborhoods. Their simple yet refreshing designs are open,
uncluttered and blend traditional elements with modern amenities. In other
words, the ideal homes for today's urban families, in select neighborhoods,
with a modern air rarely found in the heart of the city. Classic Urban
Homes, building for the way people really live. 10246 Midway Rd. #105, Dallas
972.247.4093 or www.classicurbanhomes.com
COATS HOMES
Coats Homes is honored to serve the Park Cities and Preston Hollow
neighborhoods as a custom home builder. With a passionate emphasis on
timeless architecture, craftsmanship and personal style, they are committed
to serving each of their clients with excellence during the building process.
3100 Monticello Ave., Ste. 335, Dallas 214.206.3900 or www.coatshomes.com
6920 CF HAWN FRWY, DALLAS, TX 75217 | 972-352-7638 | WWW.OLDTEXASWOOD.COM
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KICKERILLO COMPANIES
Kickerillo Companies is Houston's premier homebuilding and land
development company, founded 55 years ago by Vincent Kickerillo. Whether
you are looking for townhomes or a custom home within a gated community,
or prefer to build on your own lot, the Kickerillo team offers homebuyers a
variety of options while building peace of mind. 1306 S. Fry Blvd., Houston
713.951.0666 or www.kickerillo.com
SOUTHLAKE GC, INC.
Southlake GC, Inc., is a full-service general contractor specializing in leasehold
improvements and light commercial construction and offers an extensive
range of services including budgets, scheduling, construction management
and more. The professional staff at Southlake has the technical knowledge
and management expertise to deal with routine as well as crisis situations.
5302A Beltline Rd., Dallas 214.466.2702 or www.southlakegc.com
RUGS, CARPET, FLOOR COVERING
FARZIN RUGS, INC.
Farzin Rugs, Inc. is now a well-know xture in the Dallas design scene and
a trusted source for the nest quality. His beautiful showroom, located in
the heart of the Dallas Design District, offers a brilliantly edited collection of
antique, semi-antique, and old Oriental rugs unlike any in North Texas. Clients
rely on Farzin's eye, which reects his own passion for and knowledge of
Serapi, Hariz, Tabriz, Oushaks, and other major rug-making regions of the
world. 1414 Slocum St., Dallas 214.747.1511 or www.farzinrugs.com
MADISON LILY RUGS
Madison Lily features a large collection of in-stock modern, transitional
and traditional rugs. Madison Lily also offers the luxury of an in-house
design studio, where you can preview, discuss and create your own
specic design under the helpful eye of their creative force to generate a
unique work of enduring art. 1727 Post Oak Blvd., Houston 713.3368.2803
or www.madisonlilyrugs.com
OLD TEXAS WOOD
Old Texas Wood is dedicated to preserving old lumber and ooring salvaged
from sites in the North and East Texas areas. Antique oors are a rare and
limited resource rich in character and historical charm and recycled wood is
an environmentally responsible option for those concerned with preserving
our cherished woodlands for generations to come. 6920 CF Hawn Freeway,
Dallas 972.352.7638 or www.oldtexaswood.com
RUG MART
Visit their 20,000-square-foot showroom, stocking the largest selection
of ne hand-knotted rugs and carpets in Houston. Featured collections
include ne Oushak rugs from Turkey, Egypt, Afghanistan and Pakistan,
authentic Tibetan rugs, and contemporary rugs from Nepal, India and more.
5910 Southwest Freeway, Houston 713.784.0300 or www.rugmarthouston.com
TALEBI RUGS
Family owned by three generations, Talebi Rug Gallery offers collections that
include rare decorative designs descending from late Persia, Turkey, Europe
and many parts of Asia. Specializing in oversized and palace-sized rugs, their
vast selection is of the nest rugs in the world. Clients can feel condent
that they will provide the highest standard of quality and commitment of
excellence. 1131 Slocum St., Dallas 214.747.0707 or www.talebirugs.com
TUFENKIAN ARTISAN CARPETS
Tufenkian's Dallas Showroom offers a full selection of handmade carpets from
their Core Tibetan and Armenian lines. Woven from 100% virgin Tibetan and
Armenian wool in a variety of knot constructions, the carpets in the Dallas
showroom reect contemporary, transitional, and traditional patterns. 501 N. La
Cienega Blvd 214.760.7619 or www.tufenkiancarpets.com
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Texas premier design
gurus share their picks for
this seasons must-haves
Design House
Design House features the high-end, award-winning and historically evoked designs
of Niermann Weeks home dcor and lighting, which is available for the rst time
in Houston. This is a Niermann Weeks Toulon settee in Orleans steel and gold leaf
nish with soft gray velvet seat cushion and side bolster pillows available from the
showroom oor or may be custom ordered in alternative fabrics, nishes and the
option to be made special for outdoor use. Located in the Houston Design Center;
7026 Old Katy Rd., Ste. 115, Houston; 713.803.4949 designhousetx.com
ART + LIGHT
Martin&Martin specializes in lighting
design and servicing ne art. Clients
include museums, galleries, art
dealers, corporate collections, interior
designers, architects, and residential
clients. Customizing solutions for any
project has earned Martin&Martin the
reputation as the most comprehensive
ne art service company in the
Southwest. 1715 Market Center
Blvd, Dallas, 214.252.0692,
martinandmartindesign.com,
martinandmartinfas.com
Gerard Goh
Allied Stone
The Silver Travertine countertop with
crosscut veining is the centerpiece of this
spacious closet. Finishing the dressing
table with the exotic travertine and using
coordinating oor and wall tiles creates
a restful and sophisticated space t for a
master suite. 2405 Crown Road, Dallas,
214.838.2225, alliedstoneinc.com
Alan Hilsabeck Jr., CMKBD, RID, NCIDQ
Hilsabeck Design Associates, Inc.
Alan Hilsabeck, Jr., CMKBD, RID, NCIDQ is a multi-national
award-winning designer with more than 24 years dedicated
to the design profession. Hilsabeck Design Associates,
Inc. is one of the premier kitchen and bathroom design
rms in the country. 4317 Thames Court, Flower Mound,
214.995.3178, hilsabeckdesignassociates.com
Texas leading artists
and gallery owners share
their favorites from the
seasons collections
Sarita Ackerman
Sarita Ackerman
Contemporary Art
Sarita Ackerman Contemporary is a full
service art studio and gallery offering custom
ne art paintings, ne art prints, faux nishing
and murals. All services and artwork is
original, hand-made by Sarita Ackerman and
her group of extraordinary artists.
Studio: 19330 Indian Grass Dr., Katy,
Gallery: 1501 Silver St., Houston,
713.540.6574, saritaackerman.com
Joe Vaux
Blackend
Joe Vaux is widely known for his work as a director and
storyboard artist on the animated series Family Guy, Joe Vaux
has found his creative voice not only through a multitude of
animation projects, but also in ne art.
LuminArt Gallery, 1727 E. Levee St., Dallas,
214.914.4503, luminarte.com
Laura Lark,
Devin Borden Gallery
The works of Laura Lark have always been
noted for their understated elegance. In her
newest exhibition Night Gallery at Devin
Borden (Houston) the velvety texture of
thousands of individual hand applied dots of
ink comprise her most sumptuous creations to
date ($2,500 to $7,500).
Devin Borden Gallery, 3917 Main St.,
Houston, 713.256.0225, devinborden.com
Matt Devine
One World, painted steel, 60H x 60W x 6D inches
BOUND UNBOUND, the current exhibition at LRFA, features Matt Devines
bright, abstract sculptures and vibrant, underwater photography of women by
Christy Lee Rogers. The show continues through April 26, 2014. Laura Rathe
Fine Art represents emerging and established artists in a variety of media.
Laura Rathe Fine Art, 2707 Colquitt, Houston,
1130 Dragon St., Ste.130, Dallas, 713.527.7700, laurarathe.com
James Guerts
Zhulong Gallery
James Geurts public installations, graphite drawings, projections
and video works all trace and interpret geologic phenomena.
Geurts, an internationally recognized artist, is one of the artists
featured in Zhulong Gallerys premiere exhibition, Satellite.
Drawing Horizon, 2010, durotran print with lightbox, 39 x 39
Zhulong Gallery, 1302 Dragon St., Dallas,
214.609.0944, zhulonggallery.com
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STONE, TILE, GRANITE
ALLIED STONE
Allied Stone is a truly unique and exceptional provider of natural stone
countertops in Texas and Oklahoma. In addition to providing master fabrication
and installation of premium granite, marble, quartzite, onyx and travertine,
they are the exclusive retailer of the Italian Antolini Luigi's Precioustone
Collection. 2405 Crown Rd., Dallas, 214.838.2225; 11502 Charles Rd.,
Houston, 713.581.9300 or www.alliedstoneinc.com
ARIA STONE GALLERY
Stone slabs hang on the walls at Aria like paintings in an art gallery. Over
65 colors are displayed, from select quarries in places like Brazil, Italy,
Turkey and India. To help visualize creative stone applications, visit their
backlit onyx room and various inspirational room vignettes. 1617 Hi Line
Dr., Ste. #310, Dallas 214.939.8000 or www.ariastonegallery.com
COSENTINO NORTH AMERICA
Silestone, quartz surfaces designed for quality kitchen and bath
countertops with advanced bacteriostatic protection. There is no
second chance of making a good rst impression, with over 100
colors to satisfy your exquisite design from modern look to the natural
appearance of marble and exotic granites. Visit your local Cosentino
Center to learn more about their unique colors. See website for
locations or www.silestoneusa.com
DALTILE DESIGN STUDIO
Daltile offers the largest selection of tile and stone that deliver on today's
new looks and the latest design trends. Combining sophisticated style
with impeccable quality, Daltile can bring your vision to life. Visit Daltile's
new Design Studio in the Dallas Design District. 1502 Slocum St., Dallas
214.760.1115 or www.daltile.com
HORIZON ITALIAN TILE
What do: Park Place Mercedes Benz, Neiman Marcus (Northpark and
LA), Park Place Lexus, Capital One Club at Rangers Ballpark, and
Doubletree Houston Greenway, share in common? Horizon Italian Tile.
Visit the newly remodeled showrooms in the Dallas Decorative Center
and Houston River Oaks. Horizon Italian Tile showcases unique materials
for your unique space. 2702 W. Alabama St., Houston, 713.523.4500; 1617
Hi Line Dr., Ste. 450, Dallas, 214.741.4447 or www.horizontile.com
LA NOVA TILE
La Nova is a contemporary tradition, just like the art of tile. They make it
modern, sophisticated and timeless. Please call to inquire into their unique
and sustainable selection of technical porcelain tile, porcelain slabs,
natural stone and locally assembled custom mosaics. By appointment
only. 9051 Knight Rd., Houston 713.796.9050 or www.lanovatile.com
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Even after two divorces, rearing
three sons and the challenges
of building an international
luxury furniture powerhouse,
designer Holly Hunt never
gave up on romance. It came in
February. You know I always
felt I would be rescued by a tall,
strong, handsome man, she
says. Instead, I never thought
Id be doing this for 30 years.
My proposal came from a tall,
strong, handsome company.
Tat would be Knoll
Inc., which acquired Hunts
company for $95 million in
an industry lovefest in which
Knoll CEO Andrew Cogan
described Hunt as an icon and
arbiter of refned taste.
Hunts journey from a Texas
Tech English lit and clothing and
textiles major to the rarefed heir
of Florence Knolls legacy has
been a study of graceful rebounds.
As an aspiring young designer,
Hunt realized that Lubbock was
not the Milan of the West, so she
set sail for the executive training
program at Houstons now
defunct Foleys. Next stop: New
York. Two marriages later, the
resilient mom knew she needed to
make her way in the world alone.
I didnt have a business
planI had an escape plan, she
says. Nothing on paper. I saw
this little showroom in Chicago
and thought, I can do it better.
Hunts empire of designer
collaborations, along with a slew
of collections under her own
name, now extends to seven
eponymous U.S. showrooms,
in addition to Sao Paolo, Brazil,
with London opening this fall.
She has long been represented
in the George Cameron Nash
showrooms in Dallas and
Houston, and David Sutherland
as well. Hunt soon returns to the
state where it all beganwith
new showrooms in the Dallas
and Houston design centers. Shes
gearing up for an early summer
opening, and feeling not a little
restless. My only problem is
that its taking too long, she
says. We couldnt agree more.
Hunts Hots WhatsApp$19 billion hot!; personal wellness;
the art world; the Texas economy; bronze metal furniture; mixing colors and styles; Tom Ford
Hunts Nots The polar vortex; food with GMOs; sugar and preservatives;
cables and cords; all beige interiors; overdecorating; made in China; Justin Bieber; seles
GOOD GOLLY,
MS. HOLLY
San Angelo native Holly Hunt makes
a triumphant Texas return with freestanding
showrooms in Dallas and Houston.
By Connie Dufner
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