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19 EDITOR’S LETTERSeeking Audreys __ Miss Hepburn’s iconic elegance inspires design anda route to staying power in an industry that is constantly changing.
HOME24 THE GOODSInspired Spectrum __ A bumpy economic ride hasn’t affected smooth sailing downHigh Point Market’s home fashion runway. The horizon ahead forecasts a glamorousjaunt brimming with classic to cutting-edge design. You’ll want to include thesenine fabulous furnishings on your wish list.
28 DESIGN DETAILSIn Honor of Jim __ We set the table – and a moody scene – with a centerpieceof lamps paying tribute to someone who lit up many lives.
30 DISTINGUISHED DESIGNThe 2012 Home of Distinction, a private residence in Loch Lloyd on tour in August,leaps into a new category of luxury. See the fully loaded 18,000-square-foothome during this special event to help raise money for Children’s Mercy Hospitals.
36 COASTAL CHICA model masterpiece showcases New England style outside, transitional warmth inside.
46 RESIDENTIAL RESORTInspired by their favorite places in the world, one Overland Park family created a poolparadise based on memories of the past, togetherness in the present and a future of fun.
LAKE OF THE OZARKS58 A BEAUTIFUL COMPROMISEHe likes the water; she likes the soil. A Lake couple’s hobbies blend without frictionin their Porto Cima home.
64 ROCK ON, FLOAT ONAquaPalooza 2012 is setting the stage – literally – to be the summer’s biggest hit.
GRAND LAKE68 A TASTE OF ITALYAn Italian family brings Tuscan style to their lakeside retreat.
72 GRAND GETAWAYPut the work week behind you and the open road in front of you.
LIFESTYLE78 ARTISANSBrad’s Custom Birdhouses __ Hallmark’s creative vibe rubbed off onSystems Strategist-turned-birdhouse-artist Brad Walsh.
82 DAY TRIPSAtchison, Kan. __ Once a lively Kansas boomtown,picturesque Atchison still revels in opulence and legends.
86 COOKING SCHOOLStory Time __ Grilled octopus and Campo Lindo chicken made themenu for the evening, paired with wines from Somerset Ridge.
92 CALENDAR OF EVENTSWhat’s happening in Kansas City this July/August.
94 MARKETPLACEA reference guide to help you find our advertisers.
19 EDITOR’S LETTERSeeking Audreys __ Miss Hepburn’s iconic elegance inspires design anda route to staying power in an industry that is constantly changing.
HOME24 THE GOODSInspired Spectrum __ A bumpy economic ride hasn’t affected smooth sailing downHigh Point Market’s home fashion runway. The horizon ahead forecasts a glamorousjaunt brimming with classic to cutting-edge design. You’ll want to include thesenine fabulous furnishings on your wish list.
28 DESIGN DETAILSIn Honor of Jim __ We set the table – and a moody scene – with a centerpieceof lamps paying tribute to someone who lit up many lives.
30 DISTINGUISHED DESIGNThe 2012 Home of Distinction, a private residence in Loch Lloyd on tour in August,leaps into a new category of luxury. See the fully loaded 18,000-square-foothome during this special event to help raise money for Children’s Mercy Hospitals.
36 COASTAL CHICA model masterpiece showcases New England style outside, transitional warmth inside.
46 RESIDENTIAL RESORTInspired by their favorite places in the world, one Overland Park family created a poolparadise based on memories of the past, togetherness in the present and a future of fun.
LAKE OF THE OZARKS58 A BEAUTIFUL COMPROMISEHe likes the water; she likes the soil. A Lake couple’s hobbies blend without frictionin their Porto Cima home.
64 ROCK ON, FLOAT ONAquaPalooza 2012 is setting the stage – literally – to be the summer’s biggest hit.
GRAND LAKE68 A TASTE OF ITALYAn Italian family brings Tuscan style to their lakeside retreat.
72 GRAND GETAWAYPut the work week behind you and the open road in front of you.
LIFESTYLE78 ARTISANSBrad’s Custom Birdhouses __ Hallmark’s creative vibe rubbed off onSystems Strategist-turned-birdhouse-artist Brad Walsh.
82 DAY TRIPSAtchison, Kan. __ Once a lively Kansas boomtown,picturesque Atchison still revels in opulence and legends.
86 COOKING SCHOOLStory Time __ Grilled octopus and Campo Lindo chicken made themenu for the evening, paired with wines from Somerset Ridge.
92 CALENDAR OF EVENTSWhat’s happening in Kansas City this July/August.
94 MARKETPLACEA reference guide to help you find our advertisers.
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Nearly a decade later (and a gain and __ yay, finally! __ loss of 40
pounds of baby weight), I still fit in that dress and adore it. It could last
me another decade.
It’s not that we shouldn’t experiment with today’s latest trends, but
timeless style is __ and always will be __ simple, elegant and graceful.
Think Audrey Hepburn. We seek the Audreys of the home design world.
We found one in builder Tim Cunningham’s Mills Farm residence.
Designed by Scott Bickford and furnished by Muse Furniture & Lifestyle
Designs, it has a Hamptons-style vibe that can be pumped up for
entertaining or relaxed for family time. In places, it’s fancy; in others, it’s
quirky. It’s full of light and light-hearted. It’s hard to imagine this home
needing an overhaul in the next 50 years. Check it out on page 36.
Style is also subjective. Whether you like Old World or Mid-Century,
that’s great, too. Diversity makes this magazine tick. Each style has its
own value and following; all we ask for is commitment.
“Be faithful to your own taste because nothing you really like is out
of style.” That’s a quote Brooke has written on a note above her desk.
My eyes drift to it when I’m thinking. I’m quite familiar with it now, sitting
at Brooke’s desk while she’s on maternity leave for the summer. Her
little girl, Madeline Rose __ a beautiful, timeless name choice __ was
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Miss Hepburn’s iconic elegance inspiresdesign and a route to staying powerin an industry that is constantly changing.
Seeking Audreys
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In Honor ofJimIn Honor ofJimIn Honor ofJimWe set the table –
and a moody scene –with a centerpiece
of lamps payingtribute to someone
who lit upmany lives.
We set the table –and a moody scene –
with a centerpieceof lamps paying
tribute to someonewho lit up
many lives.
We set the table –and a moody scene –
with a centerpieceof lamps paying
tribute to someonewho lit up
many lives.
By Andrea DarrPhoto by Matt Kocourek
FOOD AND DECOR MAKE A WONDERFUL PAIR, DON’T THEY?
Nowhere is that more clear than at this spring’s Dining by Design
event sponsored by DIFFA. This fundraiser for AIDS prevention
and education brings together all creative types to imagine the
most beautiful to almost practically impossible magical scenes
for an intimate dinner party. From a hot pink graphical Kansas
City skyline to a greenhouse enclosure, designers showed what
it really means to create a sense of place.
When we signed up to design a table for this signature evening,
we turned to Brenda Freebern of Picture Perfect Interiors for help
accessorizing. Having recently lost a dear friend, Brenda was
inspired to pay tribute to someone who “lit up our lives.” She
gathered black, gold and crystal lamps and massed them
together at the center for a powerful impact. “It’s traditional
with a little glam because Jim liked things over the top,”
Brenda explains. Roses and Casablanca lilies in crystal vases
encircled the centerpiece, and settings of red-rimmed china
(left to Jim by a friend who died of AIDS) on gold chargers and
a RM Coco damask tablecloth pulled the sophisticated color
palette together.
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TWO FORTUNATE HOMEOWNERS WHO ARE WORLD TRAVELERS,
golfers and technophiles are getting a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to
build a home like no other. The couple, who also does a lot of charity work,
is opening this special place before they take residency this fall. Partnered
with TLConcepts as one of its current 10 Home of Distinction projects
nationwide, the home and grounds will be open to the public for two
weekends this summer while supporting a worthy organization.
The Tuscan exterior reflects the homeowners’ love of Italy and Napa Valley,
but the interior shows their appreciation for rustic and even contemporary
styles. “We wanted to create a house that doesn’t resemble any others in
the area,” the homeowners say.
Located in the prestigious Loch Lloyd community — affording the
homeowners the calming views they desired and exciting links to play
on — the custom-designed mansion easily manages to incorporate an
astonishing array of amenities. There is much for the sports-lover, including
a racquetball court, locker room and golf simulator; for cooks and foodies,
three kitchens; for the movie buff, a full theater; for the wino, a cave-like
wine cellar and tasting area; for the gardener, a greenhouse; for the athlete,
a spa area and workout and massage room; and for the workaholic, a
conference room. A true destination home, the couple wanted a place
they’d never have to leave. Consider that accomplished!
Experts in the technology industry, the homeowners installed hundreds
of miles of wire that support an automation system that includes speakers
in every room, iPhone and iPad docks to control lighting and HVAC systems,
a biometric (thumbprint) entry system, 36 real-time recording cameras, heat
and smoke detectors in the attic, a 3-D handmade projector in the home
theater and a complete computer room backed by generators. While using
much energy to run these systems, the home offsets usage with efficiency
measures, including 13 geothermal units, spray-foam insulation, instant hot
water heaters, dimmed lighting controls and LED bulbs.
For your once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience this lifestyle for a
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*Check out our September issue for complete coverage of this home.
The 2012 Home of Distinction,a private residence in Loch Lloyd
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A model masterpiece showcases New England style outside,transitional warmth inside.
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HAMPTONS-STYLE ARCHITECTURE HAS BEEN AROUND
for centuries back East, but here in the Midwest, the look is
new and unique to many. Builder Tim Cunningham launched
a year-long design process with architect Scott Bickford and
interior designers Amber Brown and Kendra Miner to create
this tribute home in The Estates at Mills Farm. “I wanted to
throw new ideas out there for people to consider, getting them
thinking in a different direction,” he says. Brown adds that
she wanted three words to come to people’s minds: elegant,
chic and comfortable. PLEASE TURN THE PAGE
The exterior style gave genesis to the
entire project. Fresh to this market,
the Hamptons style of architecture
features different textures and shaped roofs.
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With an open glass ceiling as the focal point of
the entry, finding the right light fixture was crucial.
“It had to be airy yet anchor the space at
the same time,” Brown says. Corbett Lighting’s
white shade with crystals is and does both.
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From the start — at the curb — the home causes
near-collisions with its standout presence on a
corner lot. If the classic shingle-style façade with
porte cochere and octagonal skylight don’t cause a
foot to hit the brake, the rear patio’s 12-foot waterfall
from an infinity-edge pool will.
The front entry, instead of opening into the
house, looks straight through large-frame windows
out to the poolscape. It sets the tone for the
feeling of indoor/outdoor connectivity that pervades
throughout. Above, light pours in from an eight-sided
dome, reaching into the two wings of the house and
down to the lower level. “It was more of a challenge
to frame this one area than it was the entire house,”
Cunningham notes.
The biggest example of bringing the outdoors in
and taking the indoors out, however, is the lanai. “We
are used to seeing lanais with screens or just totally
open,” Brown explains. “But we made this home
temperature-controlled so you could enjoy it in every
season.” Accordion-style doors fold into each other
to completely open the room to the rest of the space
or close it off; the dark-water pool glistens just steps
outside a pair of sliding glass doors.
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Above... Romo Kimura Lagoon wallpaper in the dining room commands all eyes.
Flanking the window, Angelique white enameled mirrors from Z Gallerie add another
layer to the space. White linen tailored chairs and window treatments fit the simple
yet elegant theme of the home and allow the wallpaper to garner all the attention.
Below... Tailored sofas facing each other give the great room a formal feel, yet they are comfortable
and relaxed. The real highlight of the space, though, is the floor-to-ceiling chiseled-crystal
stacked-stone tile fireplace. The high, angular vaulted ceiling is trimmed in 5-inch beadboard
enameled in crisp white. “By adding the wood, it brings the ceiling in and creates a warmer space,”
Brown says. A Currey & Company two-tiered gray Murano glass chandelier reigns overhead.
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Meant to be a showhouse, it features some
nonstandard products such as prefinished
cabinets and pre-engineered hardwood bamboo
flooring. The home is completely automated and
has a central vacuum with the hose conveniently
stored in the wall.
Wallpaper makes a comeback in a few key
areas, but it’s brighter and bolder than in the past
and even used in nontraditional ways, such as
running horizontally in combination with paint
in the powder bath. Mirrored accents add
dimension and a ‘wow’ effect, while Brown gave
the palette gray undertones over the usual
brown ones. “I have noticed in the homes I do
that it allows your art and accessories to stand
out more,” she remarks.
While there is much to envy, the home still
feels casual and friendly. “Everything is simple,
not overdone,” Cunningham describes.
Above left...The sanctuary known as the master bedroom is created by pewter tones
in the carpet and chenille tufted headboard. A tone-on-tone damask wallpaper behind the bed
gives a hint of pattern, while a splash of yellow complements the gray.
Above right... At the center of the master bath, a freestanding tub framed in Calcutta tile
makes a statement. Espresso wood his-and-hers vanities feature Calcutta countertops and
backsplashes as well. Set against tall walls meeting at a vaulted ceiling, framed mirror spaces
feel more substantial and offer a surface to feature antique mirrors and chrome sconces.
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Left photos... The design team wanted two islands
in the kitchen and found an intriguing fit in Kohler’s
freestanding cast iron island with long, horizontal sink
and open base. The main island has prep space plus
a lowered top at standard table height to seat users
in regular chairs. More seating is available at the
banquette in the corner.
Below... Weathered wood and natural stone
bring outdoor elements to this luxurious lanai,
featuring 36-inch x 36-inch travertine tiles and cut stone
on the fireplace. A peacock perches on the custom
steel hood by Colorado-based Raw Urth, its colors
complementing the hand-glazed backsplash tiles.
Loaded with a grill, sink, ice maker and bar top
with stools, it has the makings of an outdoor kitchen,
but with the space completely enclosed and
temperature-controlled, it can be used year-round.
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Top photos... While there is no ocean view, the backyard features a dark-water
pool with an infinity edge that spills over a 12-foot drop to a patio below.
A wall of iridescent glass tiles and color-changing lights
make an inspiring backdrop for patio dwellers.
Above... A suspended staircase leads to the open lower level, where a porcelain tile
with linen texture carries throughout the bar area and dining room. Masland carpet
takes over in the three bedroom suites. Four columns outfitted with mirror panels
between the dining room and media room distinctly divide the two spaces.
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Not knowing who the buyer would be,
Cunningham made spaces that could transition
between party house and family home. For
example, the study connecting to the master
could be a nursery, and the lower-level dining
room a pool room. The master bedroom isn’t
huge on purpose. “We found that people don’t
spend a lot of time in their bedroom,” Cunningham
says. So he gave them amenities: a pair of chairs
in a bay window, a sizable closet with built-ins
and washer/dryer hookup, and a glamorous
bathroom bedecked in glass, crystal and mirrors.
Earning rave reviews from the public and
winning the HBA’s Grand Award during its Spring
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and unexpected is paying off.
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Top left... Pops of magenta put the fun in functional
in this craft room off the side/garage entry,
which also includes a laundry room, pantry, bathroom,
and built-in bench and storage cabinets.
Top right... Charcoal enamel cabinets add depth and
storage to the office, accessible off the entry behind a
slick barn-style sliding door with antiqued mirrored glass
inlaid panels. Flashy crystal knobs mix with subdued
grasscloth on the back of the shelves.
Below... Rather than using theater-style seating in the
media room, a tweed sectional looks more high-end and
is more user-friendly on a day-to-day basis. The long TV
wall was divided into three panels trimmed and lined
with wallpaper. Two chandeliers bring down the
ceiling height for cozy movie nights.
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RUSS AND SHERI LINDMARK BROUGHT HOME MORE
than trinket mementos from their family trips to Hawaii,
Colorado and Jackson Hole. Inspired by the lush landscapes
of their vacation destinations, they melded components of
their favorite resort escapes at home in their own backyard.
Inspired by their favorite places in the world, one Overland Park family created apool paradise based on memories of the past, togetherness in the present and a future of fun.
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Marriott’s Kauai Beach Club inspired a bridge over the pool.
The Grand Hyatt Kauai’s freeform pool gave them their shape.
The Grand Tetons and Colorado’s Rockies brought granite
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This more private portion of the pool is located in front of the
sunroom and is mostly used for floating or dipping toes in the
water from the three stepping stones directly off the house.
An accordion glass wall opens the entire room up to the outdoors.
The Lindmarks envisioned a private mini-resort
for their southern Johnson County home.
“You’d never know how much work we did back here
from the front of the house,” Sheri says.
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Four-season landscaping means the pool area
can be enjoyed more than just during the summer.
Right now, wildflowers reign; in fall, it’s maple leaves; in winter,
pine trees and grasses; in spring, Knockout roses and bulbs.
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The couple had always wanted a pool, but
a careful watch over their three daughters’
safety prevented them from building until last
year. “The advantage of waiting was that it
gave us lots of time to think about what we
wanted,” Russ says.
They built the house in 1998 and were
happy there until their last child arrived and the
house started to feel cramped. They looked for
a new house but couldn’t find anything to equal
their 2/3-acre property in a cul-de-sac off a
cul-de-sac.
So they decided to remain where they
were... forever. That last word stayed with the
couple and impacted every decision they made
as they remodeled every square inch of the
house except the basement bathroom and
installed the pool. During construction, they
moved into a house down the street. “We
moved twice so we wouldn’t have to move
once,” Russ explains.
Russ is a big-picture thinker, while
Sheri is the meticulous, detailed type. That
combination helped them achieve the best
outcome. From the large-scale scope of the
pool project, including a new patio, outdoor
kitchen, hot tub and fire pit, to details like
the reef ledge, which Sheri went so far as
to think that her future grandkids would
enjoy playing on, the Lindmarks carefully
considered every aesthetic and function.
Above... A comprehensive remodel included alterations
to the back of the house, including a covered deck off the master
and an expansive travertine tile patio. A grill is built into an
outdoor kitchen between the house and pool/pump house.
The pool house also has a bathroom.
Left... Shallowly submerged, a reef ledge makes the perfect tanning spot.
The site was pitch-perfect for this style of pool and its five
waterfalls. The naturally sloped property allowed the pool to be
built right into the hill, even leaving enough space for a yard at the
top where it’s flat. Designed to fit among mature maples so no
trees would have to be felled, the scale is grand, yet the distinct
areas are cozy.
“We wanted it to look like it had always been here,” Sheri says.
Of course, they added new touches, such as a border of
Knockout roses, native wildflower beds and three birch trees,
spectacularly uplit at night, that symbolize the three kids.
Technology, too, is present but hidden. Three music zones ___
patio, pool and fire pit ___ can be adjusted individually by whim.
It’s so comprehensively designed that it attracts adults but
especially kids, and that’s just how the Lindmarks planned it.
“The girls are busy, but we want them here. (The pool) gives
them some freedom. All their friends come over, and they love it,”
Sheri says.
Last fall, this was the place for friends, their dates and parents
to gather and take photos before the Homecoming dance.
Together and smiling, creating memories, it must have looked
reminiscent of the vacation photos that started this whole thing
in the beginning. From a world away to their backyard, the
project comes full circle, bonding family, friends and fun forever.
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Right... The jumping-in point is by the grasses, NOT the grotto ledge,
the parents stress. The deepest point, 9.5 feet, is in the corner
surrounded by boulders. The rest is “sports” depth: 4 feet.
Below... Sedum grows between the boulders set up
amphitheater-style around the glass fire pit.
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“They use it five times a week!” Sheri exclaims.
The water flows over the edge into the pool alongside
a larger waterfall that pours uniformly over the lip,
masking a grotto underneath.
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&OZARKSGARDEN
FOR MOST LAKE HOMEOWNERS, IT’S NOT UNUSUAL FOR THE
natural surroundings to be a focal point of their residences. For
husband and wife Wayne Marlow and Nancy Hall, however, the Lake
of the Ozarks itself is only one layer in their outdoor scenery, and while
the waterscape is impressive, their gardenscape makes their lake
home a blossoming standout. The garden/lake combination makes
for a beautiful living arrangement, a compromise that keeps the
couple together: Wayne loves the lake, Nancy loves gardening, and
today they have the best of both at home.
The couple relocated to the Lake from Prairie Village, Kan., in 2008.
“Before we moved to the Lake full time, we had a split life,” Nancy
says. “Wayne came to the Lake, and I stayed in the city to garden.”
Wayne grew up near the Chesapeake Bay and has always loved
boating and water. Today, he’s a licensed captain and still takes a
couple of charters out each summer. Nancy, however, prefers her
hands in the dirt instead of a life on the water. She grew up on a small
farm in Iowa, part of a garden-fed family of six kids, and her love for
flowers and life outdoors started at an early age.
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He likes the water; she likes the soil.A Lake couple’s hobbies blendwithout friction in their Porto Cima home.
Beautiful Compromise
Top... On the left side of the sidewalk, Nancy’s favorite rose, Shrub Rose Rosa,
blooms in pink with a heavenly scent throughout the summer. Nancy ordered the shrub from
a nursery in Washington State and had five sent for her Lake of the Ozarks garden.
Left... Attracted by the nectar, a butterfly lights on the purple bloom of a butterfly bush.
Right... Lavender and red double Knockout roses contrast in color and texture.
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While Wayne was ready to retire to a life on the water, Nancy
was unsure about living at the Lake full time. She made the
move with the stipulation that her garden would come with her.
In July 2008, when they sold their Prairie Village house more
quickly than expected, Nancy was days away from beginning
her annual teaching stint at Michigan State — which meant
they had to move their plants to temporary homes. By fall
2009, the couple had lost a number of trees in their lake
home’s yard, casualties of the building process that disturbed
roots and disrupted water flow.
That winter, Nancy began resketching the garden. The
following spring, truckloads of good soil were brought in,
creating the rich base to transplant 100 shrubs and grasses,
the underpinnings of the gardens in their current form. Liriope
lining the sidewalk, hosta, daylilies, astilbe, heuchera, daisies
and even ferns that originally stemmed from Nancy’s mother’s
garden survived the drawn-out move.
Today, blooms and greens, stone and pottery envelop the
cottage-style, 3,000-square-foot house for an overall crafted
effect that gives a sense of careful cultivation and easy,
natural growth. Nancy loves easy-care plantings that reseed
themselves, such as daisies, black-eyed susan and yarrow,
but she also likes to mix in unusual selections with differing
textures and colors.
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Above... A waterfall cascades down stone into a small pond. Knockout and double Knockout rose shrubs
grow in the beds above, while showy evening primrose’s small pale pink flowers thrive among the rocks.
The yellow flowers behind the tree stump are one of several varieties of Rudbeckia in the garden.
Right... Periwinkle spills out from an overturned pot at the garden edge. Behind, marigolds lead to the lush
growth of dwarf blue spruce, black-eyed susan, yarrow, Knockout roses and Oklahoma redbud trees.
Below... At the back of the home, windows give prime viewing spots of the gardens, the lake and, on the
Fourth of July, the Lodge of Four Seasons’ fireworks display. In the foreground, miscanthus maiden grasses
and rosy barberry shrubs fill a contoured bed outlined with boxwood. Behind the bed, a pillar supports
Blaze climbing roses surrounded by zinnias planted from harvested seeds, Russian sage, and butterfly bushes.
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With a view of the water across the street and
undeveloped woods in the backdrop, the couple loves
the freedom of no neighbors directly beside them.
Having vantage points throughout the house from which
to enjoy the garden was important to Nancy, and the
home’s interior is designed to meld the two worlds.
“We designed the house with windows everywhere to
give views of the garden,” she says. “We wanted to feel
the outside from the inside and vice versa.”
Indoors, carefully selected floral fabrics and calm
blue hues comfortably blend, and window seats in
both the office and sunroom, plus a bay window in the
nook, connect the two environments. Nancy credits
homebuilder Jon Larson of Miriah Development and
Jason Cooper of Cooper Siteworks with helping make
their vision come to life, from designing the window seats
to carving out the beds before laying sod outside. From
the front of the home, the shaded front porch overlooks
a pond and waterfall and is one of Nancy’s favorite spots.
Wayne teases that sometimes Nancy’s gardening
hobby is like a third element in their relationship, but he
admits that their home at the Lake worked out even
better than expected.
On June 2, Wayne and Nancy’s home was a stop
on the annual Lake Area Master Gardeners’ Garden
Walk, with proceeds benefiting local scholarships. In
addition to their boating and gardening passions, the
couple actively supports the local community, including
such organizations as Big Brothers Big Sisters, Kiwanis
and more.
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Above... Duke, Wayne and Nancy’s King Charles spaniel, basks on a window seat in the sunroom.
Right... A cozy bench seat in Nancy’s library/office offers an inviting spot to view the gardens.
Below left... Petunias, zinnias and chartreuse sweet potato vine create a colorful mix.
Below right... Periwinkle, sweet alyssum and dusty miller surround a small garden plaque.
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AquaPalooza 2012is setting the stage –
literally – to be the summer’s biggest hit.
AquaPalooza 2012is setting the stage –
literally – to be the summer’s biggest hit.
Story by Melanie Nicsinger
Rock On, Float On Rock On, Float On
IF YOUR IDEA OF A PERFECT SUMMER DAY
includes floating on the water in the hot sun, then the
Lake of the Ozarks’ annual AquaPalooza celebration on
July 21 is the only place to be. A boat-lover’s dream,
this free festival is part of a nationwide series of events
held at more than 100 locations.
The Lake’s event is one of the largest in the country,
with attendance last year estimated at 3,000 boats
and 15,000 people. Those numbers are expected to
increase in 2012, with the Lake of the Ozarks
Marine Dealers Association signed on as the headline
sponsor, getting more than 40 marine dealers to
promote the event.
Capitalizing on last year’s success, this year
promises to be more jam-packed than ever with
live bands, games, prizes and activities for the entire
family. “AquaPalooza has quickly become one of the
Lake of the Ozarks’ premier events,” says Mark Barrett,
owner of Dog Days Bar & Grill.
“Thousands of boats are tied together and create the
ultimate floating party. Where else can you float on a raft
and be in the front row at a concert?” he asks. This
year’s band lineup includes The McClymonts, Rock
Paper Scissors, Trailer Choir and Hells Bells (an AC/DC
tribute act).
Don’t miss this day-long celebration of fun and sun
on the lake. The event runs from noon to 5 p.m. at Dog
Days Bar & Grill, located by water at 19MM or by car at
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ITALYThe main kitchen features custom woodwork, an Italian red tile floor,
a special tile backsplash purchased in Italy by the homeowner,custom corbels by the range, granite countertops, built-in appliances
and an antique chandelier from France.
CAPTURING THE ESSENCE OF TUSCANY WAS THE TASK AT
hand for the design and build team of this Melody Point home.
Builder Doug Hulse, along with interior designer Janie Comstock of
J. Kimball Interiors, house designer Brian Kirk of Home Design
Studio and carpenter Mark Norris of Woodworks, spent more
than a year designing, building, selecting and finishing to create a
luxurious lakeside retreat for the homeowner and her family.
“The homeowner had very concrete ideas of what she wanted
and was very articulate about the details,” Kirk says. “Melody Point
homes are Craftsman-style homes, and I took the homeowner’s
ideas and put them all together.”
With 10,000 square feet of total living space and five master
bedroom suites, the house was aptly designed for weekend
getaways and large family gatherings. To celebrate the family’s
heritage and many trips to Italy, the interiors of the home evoke
the ambiance of the Italian countryside.
“We wanted to create the feeling of Tuscany inside the
home with the details. We used imported red tile flooring, deep
yellow walls and a special tile backsplash behind the stove,”
Comstock says.
Many of the light fixtures, including the striking piece over the
main kitchen island, were selected from an antique shop in Tulsa.
Throughout the home, custom forged ornamental ironwork by Phil
Endicott graces doors, walls and woodwork. Beneath the Tuscan
decor, the home is loaded with unique features and living amenities.
“The main level upstairs has a huge open living space for dining
and entertaining and a wall of windows to focus on the view of
the lake,” Hulse says.
In the kitchen, the large island houses multiple appliances,
including two dishwashers. A butler’s pantry separates the front
of the house from the kitchen and includes a wine fridge and
beverage dispenser. Also on the main level are the main master
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An Italian family brings Tuscan style to their lakeside retreat.
TOP LEFT... Symmetrical custom woodwork hides appliances and storage spacein the walk-through butler’s pantry.
TOP RIGHT... The upstairs living area is accented by floor-to-ceiling windows,a masonry wood-burning fireplace and a cathedral ceiling with wood beams from Alaska.
RIGHT... With 10,000 square feet, the home has five master suites,all with walk-in showers. One shower also doubles as a steam shower.
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On the lower level, there is a large living area, additional
bedrooms, a bar and wine cellar. All of the custom
woodwork was done by hand.
“We mostly used maple, and everything was handmade
in our shop,” Norris says. “The wine cellar has Old World
panels with square pegs, and I don’t even know how many
pieces of custom molding there are on the bar.”
The luxury continues outside. The back of the home
overlooks the lake and features 3,200 square feet of deck
space, a fully loaded outdoor kitchen and an oversized hot
tub for 20 people with an infinity edge.
“The upper deck can probably hold 75 to 100 people all
doing the Macarena at the same time,” Hulse says. “From
the lake, this home appears like a resort.”
The building process for this home was challenging,
resulting in some structural wonders. The front porch of
the home is above the wine cellar and has a suspended
concrete ceiling. The garage floor also is suspended, with
storage underneath for golf carts.
“Building this home was an adventure,” Hulse says.
“The foundation is particularly complex and it took a lot of
planning. I’m very proud of this home. I’ve built houses
this big before, but never with the kind of detail that the
homeowner wanted in this house.”
ABOVE... The wine cellar was a special request from the homeowner and hasextensive custom woodwork, antique lights from France, a massive oak door with a
hand-forged iron fixture of grape leaves and room for 600 bottles.
RIGHT... The walk-behind custom bar also features considerable woodwork,acidized glass, appliances and two beer taps.
BELOW... The downstairs living area was designed as a “man cave” for the owner’s sons.It is decorated with football memorabilia and features a polished
concrete floor and quartz stone fireplace.
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L O O K I N G F O R A W E E K E N D G E TA W AY ?
Don’t forget about Grand Lake. Often called
Oklahoma’s Green Country, it features more
than 1,300 miles of shoreline and 45,000 acres
of water and wooded areas. “It offers an all-
around package for people who want to get away
from it all,” says Tad Jones, executive director of
the Grand Lake Association.
Love to fish? Bring your poles or watch the pros
do it during the American Fishing Tour in October.
Or come in February during the Bassmaster
Classic. “It’s the Super Bowl of fishing,” Jones says.
Nestled at the farthest tip of Monkey Island is the
area’s newest resort, Shangri-La Golf Club, Resort
& Marina. Take a swing on the Legends Nine golf
course that opened Memorial Day weekend. Afterward,
hop on the shuttle boat and travel the marina to the
Summit Restaurant.
Bird lovers should plan to attend the annual Pelican
Festival in September. A migratory stop for the American
White Pelican, the festival features a parade, carnival and
arts-and-crafts competitions. Tour the area and watch
the birds while enjoying a dinner cruise on the water.
If you miss city life, there’s a lot to explore. Stick to
your Kansas City roots by taking a trolley through
Grove as you spend your day shopping,
eating and sightseeing. Tour the Pensacola
Dam, the world’s longest multiple-arch dam.
Stroll through the antiques and historic artifacts
at Har-ber Village, visit Darryl Starbird’s
National Rod & Custom Car Hall of Fame
Museum or sip wine at nearby wineries. While
you’re in the area, be sure to taste a part of
history at Clanton’s Café, the oldest family-owned
restaurant on Route 66. Try the chicken fried steak!
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THIRD PHOTO COURTESY OF SHANGRI-LA GOLF CLUB, RESORT & MARINA.
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Picturesque like a 1950s postcard,
hobbyist Brad Walsh dresses in businessman style,
but that quirky, conversation-starting wood tie
he created lets you know his left brain is
just as active as his right.
Picturesque like a 1950s postcard,
hobbyist Brad Walsh dresses in businessman style,
but that quirky, conversation-starting wood tie
he created lets you know his left brain is
just as active as his right.
More than Just ShelterI am known for custom orders that capture someone’s home,
hobby or sport. Some of my notable custom pieces include a
loose replica of a Frank Lloyd Wright house in Buffalo, N.Y., a
large flower on a custom pole resembling a stem, a John Deere-
inspired tractor and a replica of a customer’s new RV.
Handy from a Young AgeI was lucky to have parents who always encouraged me to
be creative, take things apart and try to put them back together.
I had a corner of the basement with a workbench and an
ever-growing collection of tools. In addition, I spent a lot of time
with my grandfather, who was very handy and liked to build
things, and he was always patient in teaching me how to safely
use power tools.
Inspiration and ProcessCustomers come to me with a vague idea of what they think
they want, and I include them along the way with my ideas and
additions. When I’m between projects, I often get inspiration from
my favorite place, Habitat ReStore. I love that I can go in several
times a week and find different items during each visit that are
useful in my birdhouses.
Humor When AppropriateMy most talked-about birdhouse is a set of male/female public
restroom figures where the entry hole is the head of the image.
My favorite one is a Halloween-themed “haunted birdhouse,”
purposefully cut so the house leans, with a crooked half open
door and pool of blood seeping out. I also had an “ah ha” moment
with a piece of acrylic that makes a clear-viewing panel so you
can see a nest without disturbing the birds.
Branching OutI’m always looking for new challenges. Recently, I was asked
to do two butterfly houses for a community center in Topeka.
I wasn’t aware such a thing existed, but with a little help from
the Internet, I found basic dimensions and created two pieces
that accent the newly built modern building.
Find Brad’s work at Eclectics in Waldo; Brocante Bliss,a West Bottoms vintage and antique market; orat bradsbirdhouses.com. Prices range from $20 to $85.
BirdhousesBrad’s Custom
Photo by Matt Kocourek
Hallmark’s creative vibe rubbed off on SystemsStrategist-turned-birdhouse-artist Brad Walsh.
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Once a lively Kansas boomtown, picturesqueAtchison still revels in opulence and legends.
Story by Gloria Gale
SMALL-TOWN CHARM IS AN ABUNDANT COMMODITY IN
Atchison, Kan. Not only is this well-over-a-century-old settlement
abounding with embellished Victorian mansions, it has a storied
past, rumors of present-day hauntings and enough ballyhoo about
its famous daughter, aviatrix Amelia Earhart, to attract a fair amount
of press.
Just shy of an hour from Kansas City, the journey northwest
passes quilted river valley farmland into the storybook town banked
against limestone bluffs. Atchison’s rich architectural heritage is
immediately apparent ___ Queen Annes, Gothic Revivals, Italianates
and Romanesques showcase the splendor of a bygone era.
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1. Annual International Forest of Friendship Celebration’s parade of flags.
2. McInteer Villa, one of Atchison’s most recognizable mansions, is part of the Haunted Tours.
3. The Atchison Trolley gives historic tours regularly from April through October.
4. The Muchnic Art Gallery is a beautiful Victorian home that now houses an art gallery.
5. Many planes take to the air during the Amelia Earhart Festival.
6. Annual LakeFest concert with Darius Rucker is the kickoff for the Amelia Earhart Festival.
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Begin on 10th Street at the historic Santa Fe Depot, housing
the Chamber of Commerce and Visitor’s Center. Not far from
there, history buffs can follow Lewis and Clark’s expedition
starting with a footbridge near the Depot. At the foot of
Commercial Street and River Road lies a commemorative marker
where the expedition observed Independence Day on July 4,
1804. Follow up with a visit to the site of a reconstructed Kanza
Indian dwelling at the Lewis and Clark Pavilion in Riverfront Park.
Motor up to the Amelia Earhart Historic District, located on
the east side of town. Not only is this hilltop an ideal vantage point
during July’s two-day Amelia Earhart Festival, it’s only a few
blocks from Benedictine College. The Brothers of St. Benedict
and Sisters of Mount St. Scholastica made their mark in the late
1850s and are still actively contributing to the community. Tour the
grounds of the abbey, college and nearby Mount St. Scholastica
to view heavenly architecture featuring flying buttresses, gables
and impressive stained glass.
As you find your way back downtown to brick-lined streets,
consider getting sidetracked along Commercial Street’s
pedestrian mall. You may have heard of Ms. Mary Carol Garrity,
one powerhouse retailer causing folks to make a pilgrimage from
far and wide to her famous Nell Hill’s corner emporium. She
shares her notoriety with an assortment of eclectic shops and
dining establishments: Cottage of the Seasons, Garrity’s and
Willow Brook for home decor; and quaint eateries Marigold
Bakery and Cafe, Pepper Mill Grill, Paolucci’s Restaurant and Deli,
and Snow Ball 8th Street Bistro.
A full roster of events encompasses art and garden tours,
concerts and community theater productions, Juneteenth and
Oktoberfest celebrations, and an honest-to-goodness county
fair. Atchison, confirmed by paranormal hunters everywhere as
one of the most investigated ghostly hot spots in the country,
affords many opportunities to reveal its mysteries through guided
tours and special events.
Skeptical? Take advantage of earthbound activities touring
glorious mansions, the Muchnic Art Gallery or the International
Forest of Friendship.
Atchison may be a day trip, but there’s far more territory to
cover than you might imagine. Its architectural and historical
significance notwithstanding, this is one beautiful place.
Take K-7 north of I-70 approximately 45 minutes
July 7, August 4: Haunted Atchison Trolley Tours
July 20-21: Amelia Earhart Festival and LakeFest
August 7-11: Atchison County Fair
September 21: Taste of Atchison
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Story Time
tory Restaurant owners Chef Carl Thorne-Thomsen and his wife, Susan,
brought fresh faces and flavors to our May Cooking School. Demoing several
original recipes, all of which you can order at the restaurant, Chef Carl brought
the exotic and the local to eager eaters at Kitchen Studio: Kansas City.
Grilled octopus and Campo Lindo chicken made the menu for
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Sautéed Shrimp Appetizer
8 ea 13/15 shrimp, peeled and deveined1 t garlic, minced1 t serrano or jalapeño pepper, minced½ C chicken stock2 T olive rice1 T lime juice1 oz butter, unsalted1 t tomato paste1 bunch cilantro, leavesFresh mint, chiffonade, 3 leavesFresh hearts of palm, shavedcanola oilolive oil
Olive Rice½ C Jasmine rice1 C water¼ C nicoise olives, minced¼ t salt1 T olive oil• Combine all ingredients, except olive oil, in a medium saucepan. • Bring to a simmer over medium heat. • Cover. Reduce heat and cook for 12 minutes. • Remove from stove and stir in olive oil.
Shrimp• Heat a saute pan over medium-high heat. Add enough canola oil
to film the bottom of the pan. Season shrimp with kosher salt. • When oil begins to smoke, add shrimp. After 1 minute, add garlic
and serrano. Turn shrimp over; add rice, chicken stock and lime juice. • Whisk in butter and tomato paste. Reduce until stock thickens to
sauce consistency. Season with salt.• In a separate bowl, toss hearts of palm slices, cilantro, olive oil,
lime juice and salt.• Spoon shrimp and rice onto a small appetizer plate. • Garnish with cilantro and hearts of palm.
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Grilled Octopus AppetizerMustard Seed Vinaigrette1 C mustard seeds1 C water1½ C white wine vinegar½ C sugar2 t kosher salt• Combine all ingredients in a medium saucepan
and simmer 45 minutes to an hour, until most of the liquid is gone and the seeds are approximately double in size.
• Store the seeds in the refrigerator. • To make the vinaigrette, mix 2 T of seeds
with 1 T white wine vinegar and 2 T olive oil.
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Octopus8 oz octopus tentacles, simmered in water, wine and
mirepoix until tender, 1-3 hours6 asparagus stalks, peeled and blanched¼ C mustard seed vinaigrette½ C nicoise olives, pitted and halvedparsley or small arugula leavesolive oillemon juicesalt and pepper• Place octopus and asparagus on a hot grill. Cook until
lightly charred on all sides. • Remove from grill and place in a medium bowl. Add
vinaigrette and olives and toss. In a separate bowl, dressgreens with lemon juice and olive oil.
• Arrange octopus and asparagus on a plate. Top with greens. Drizzle olive oil.
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Pan-Roasted Chicken Breast with morels, sugar snap peas, carrot purée, maple gastrique
Maple Gastrique1 C maple syrup¾ C white wine vinegarPinch of salt• Combine in a saucepan and reduce by half.
Carrot Purée3 carrots, peeled and roughly chopped1 small serrano pepper, seeds removed2 T creamsalt• Place carrots and serrano in a medium saucepan,
cover with water, season with ½ t salt and simmer for 20 minutes or until carrots are easily mashed.
• Add carrots and serrano to a blender. Add enough fresh water to purée. Add cream and purée until smooth.
• Season with salt if necessary.
Chicken2 chicken breasts, skin on4 oz morels, split lengthwise1 t shallot, minced1 doz sugar snap peas, blanched¼ C carrot purée
• Add canola oil to two saute pans and heat until oil barely smokes. • Season chicken with salt and pepper and add skin side down to
one pan. • Add morels to the other pan. When the chicken skin is lightly brown,
flip breasts and place in a 350-degree oven. • Cook until hot through, 8-10 minutes. • Brown morels lightly. Season with salt and pepper. Add garlic and
butter and cook until butter browns lightly. Add parsley. Add peas andwarm through.
• To plate, slice chicken. Spoon purée onto plate. Top with morels. Drizzle with gastrique. Fan chicken on top. Arrange peas on top of chicken.
maple gastrique1 T fresh parsley1 oz buttercanola oilsalt and pepper
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August 31-September 3 ■ Hop on the trail to SANTA-CALI-
GON DAYS, a good-ol’ annual festival on historic Independence
Square featuring 400 crafters/vendors and 100 food booths,
plus local and national musicians, a carnival and old-fashioned
contests like watermelon seed-spitting, ice cream-eating and
root beer-chugging. Free admission. santacaligon.com
Throughout July ■ Watch as Brad Pitt (Billy Beane) cobbles together
a winning team of misfits, vampires and werewolves battle it out, and
Ferris Bueller plays hooky on a giant outdoor screen at Crown Center.
Bring a blanket or lawn chair for a FREE FRIDAY NIGHT FLICK. Food
and drinks (including beer or wine) are OK, but glass containers are
prohibited. Summer lineup: “Moneyball” (July 6), “The Twilight Saga: New
Moon” (July 13), “Hitch” (July 20), “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” (July 27).
Time: 9 p.m. Free admission. crowncenter.com
Through October 7 ■
Load the kids in the car
for a visit to Powell Gardens
for its special exhibit,
“FAIRY HOUSES &
FORTS: AN ENCHANTING
GARDEN ADVENTURE.”
Kids’ imaginations will be
ignited by seven large-
scale structures created
by regional designers.
Admission: $10, adults; $9,
seniors; $4, children 5-12.
powellgardens.org
August 3-12 ■ Like juicy love triangles and pop music from
Tim Rice and Elton John? Then get your tickets to “AIDA,” the
winner of four Tony Awards and one Grammy, for its depiction of
forbidden love between an enslaved princess and a soldier.
Choosing death over separation, they change the world. A
Starlight Theatre production performed at Kauffman Center for
the Performing Arts. Tickets sold as part of a season pass only.
kcstarlight.com
July 6-10 ■ The largest baseball fan event
in the world, MLB ALL-STAR FANFEST,
is arriving at Bartle Hall with interactive
exhibits and attractions, clinics and seminars,
memorabilia, and free autograph sessions
with Royals legends and Hall of Famers.
Tickets sold on a timed-entry basis:
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you can taste wines from across the state as well as enjoy arts,
crafts, music and food demonstrations. Time: noon-9 p.m.
Tickets available for $20 online or at the Hall of Waters Visitor
Center; $25 at the gate. visitesprings.com
August 10-12 ■ There’s something about hot air balloons that
captivates the senses. Feel the awe of ascensions and glows
at the GREAT MIDWEST BALLOON FEST at the Great Mall
of the Great Plains, where there also will be activities, food
and entertainment. Admission: $15, adults; $5, children 6-12.
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