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departmentsEditor’s Note

Calendar

Before & After: Palette PerfectionColor coordination revives a couple’s master bath

The Hort Whisperer: All About Redbuds

Project: Bath MakeoversSimple projects can make a hugeimprovement

Pet of the Month: Betty

featuresMid Century LegacyPreserving Houston’s MidCentury Modern homes

Modern BungalowA new home suits a youngfamily in the Historic Heights

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on the coverMcIntire+Robinowitz designed and built a newhome for a family of five that suits both theyoung family and the historic Heights location.

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PUBLISHER......................Mike Harrison, Ph.D.

ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER ....Susie Reisenbigler

EDITOR ........................................Sandra Cook

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS ..........Anne Breux,

........................Brian Hoffner, Joetta Moulden

ART DIRECTOR..........................Robert Coplin

CREATIVE SERVICES DIRECTOR Tim Beeson

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER ....Ben Hill

SR. ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE ..Frances Dowling

ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES ................................

..........................Elle Cavatore, Susan Mahmood

PRINTING..........................DROR International

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April offers theHouston area some of the most refresh-

ing weather of the year—coolmornings and sunny after-noons, followed by briskevenings. As we witness thegreening of the trees, shrubs andturf, it reminds us to reflect on theundeniable beauty of nature. April22, 2013 marks the 43rd anniver-sary of Earth Day. Learn aboutEarth Day and find a multitude ofresources at www.earthday.org.

Our garden expert, MercerArboretum’s Darrin Duling, spot-lights the distinctive springtimesplendor and year-round delights ofRedbuds. Discover their uniqueblooming habit and fabulous foliagein Darrin’s monthly column, “TheHort Whisperer.”

April has us relishing the weatherand the joys of spending time out-doors, but for some Houstonians,outdoor living is a way of life virtu-ally year round. In our April homefeature, Heights couple Holly andJosh requested a home with a largescreened-in porch for their newhome, a two-story ModernBungalow. Holly and Josh had theprivilege of taking this design jour-ney with their friends and neigh-bors, Mike McIntyre and BobRobinowitz of McIntyre+

Robinowitz Architects. The firmalso oversaw the construction of thenew home for a family of five.

Speaking of Modern design,April brings Houstonians the ulti-mate opportunity to learn about orenhance their appreciation for MidCentury Modern design. We areexcited to feature an informativearticle by Brian Hoffner, director ofHouston Modern Market Week,which benefits Houston Mod.We’ve also included the full sched-ule of events happening April 5-22.

With Mid Century design get-ting more and more well-deservedattention, it’s easy to see the sublimesimplicity of the Mid CenturyModern aesthetic. And the currentpermutations of the style are a testa-ment to how ideas hatched some 50years ago work beautifully today.

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WOODCRAFT & ARTS EVENTSWoodworking pros and enthusiasts take note: the Texas Woodworkers

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Now in its ninth year, the HSPVA Visual Arts Department Print Show

features more than 100 framed prints and photographs, all juried worksfrom HSPVA’s talented pool of young visual artists. The one-night eventshowcases the students’ work, but also gives the public an excellentopportunity to purchase art by emerging young artists at reasonableprices. The HSPVA Print Show 2013 happens April 6 from 7 to 10 p.m. atHeritage Plaza, 1111 Bagby Street in downtown Houston. Proceeds fromthe HSPVA Print Show ensure that the school’s visual arts students contin-ue to have the supplies, equipment and scholarships that they require.Information: www.hspva.org.

HOME & GARDEN TOURSThe East Montrose Home Tour and Art Walk takes place on April 13from 10 to 4. Situated in the shadow of downtown Houston, and borderedby Montrose Boulevard, West Gray, Genesee, and Fairview, EastMontrose was platted in the early 1900s. Many original homes and cot-tages, some dating to the 1890s, and modern glass and steel residencesbuilt in the last decade, combine in the eclectic mix of traditional and con-temporary style, which is the hallmark of East Montrose. A diverse mix ofold and new homes are showcased on the tour, with tastings from fivearea restaurants. Information: eastmontrose.org.

Walk through a designer dream home during the American Society of

Interior Designers (ASID) Show Home Tour happening May 11-27. TheShow Home, located in the Sugar Land neighborhood of Riverstone,spans 6,261 square feet and is named Vista Fontana for its Italian farm-house styling. More than a dozen designers from the ASID Texas GulfCoast Chapter contributed their talents to the project, including award-win-ning designers Kelly Amen, Sharon Staley, Donna Vining and DianaWalker. The home is located at 22 Ivy Bend, and is open 10 to 3,Wednesdays through Fridays, 10 to 5 Saturdays, and Noon to 5 Sundays.

Admission is $12 in advance or $15 at the door. Proceeds benefit theASID Foundation, which supports interior design research, education andscholarships. Information: www.asidtgcc.org.

The Houston Pond Society and the Lone Star Koi Club present the 2013

Water Garden and Pond Tour, May 4-5, with 20 locations across theHouston area. Enjoy beautiful settings and fascinating fish, as well as con-versing with club members about their backyards. Advanced tickets can bepurchased at Nelson Water Gardens, starting April 13, or at any of theponds on the tour. Information: www.lonestarkoi.com.

CLASSESGardeners looking for knowledge and ideas will always find an impressivevariety of classes at The Arbor Gate. On April 7, Master Gardener AngelaChandler teaches a class on Bees, Butterflies and Blooms. Learn thevalue of attracting these garden pollinators to your landscape, as well asthe blooms that bring these helpers to your garden. April 11, Dr. DavidCreech of Stephen F. Austin State University conducts a class on Small

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Grill Master 101 hosts frequent classes at their outdoor pavilion in Spring.On April 5, Chef Molly Fowler, the Dining Diva, leads a class onMaximizing Your Grill and Outdoor Kitchen. This well-traveled chef nowcalls Houston home. This particular class goes beyond the basic burgersand dogs, offering instruction on how to create breads, appetizers, sidedishes, and desserts to accompany your entrée—all prepared in your out-door kitchen. On April 26, Cheff Molly teaches a class on Sensational

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If you’ve ever dreamt of a classic, wood-framed barn with living space,then check out the Famous Barns 101 – The Spring 2013 Design &

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“Even when we bought the house, we did not think the wallpaperlooked right against the tile.” Denise said. “We wanted a much warmerlook and knew the wallpaper had to come off,” she explained.

They loved the layout of the room but not the colors—too much whiteand brass for their liking. “I felt overwhelmed by our first meeting.”Denise said. “You had such vision not only for the bath but the entirehouse and our visit encompassed so much more than just choosing paintcolors—thank goodness!” she laughed.

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Dear Plantophiles,Flowering trees reign supreme in many spring planting schemes andnone are better suited for our Gulf Coast gardens than redbuds. Thisgroup of approximately 10 species, in the genus Cercis, occurs through-out warm temperate regions in Europe, Asia, the Middle East andNorth America. They are large shrubs and small trees ranging from 10-25’ tall, and make perfect border plants or accent trees for tucking intosmall spaces. They decorate our early spring landscape for nearly amonth with tiny flowers produced in masses along bare branchesbefore their leaves emerge.

All save for one rare Chinese species, Cercis racemosa (flowers inhanging clusters—if you find one, please do let me know), exhibit cau-liflory; popping their flowers directly from stems, branches and eventrunks. Redbud flowers are not actually red but a rich orchid (as permy childhood box of Crayolas). Cultivated varieties vary from a darker,red-violet shade, to clear pink. White-flowered forms are also avail-able—called “whitebuds”, and they are exquisite in bloom—makes theubiquitous Bradford pear look like a hippo in a hula skirt.

Plant breeders have worked extensively to go beyond attractionbased on flowers: the handsome, heart-shaped foliage appears in a vari-ety of colors: gold and apricot; “Rising Sun”, burgundy; “Forest Pansy”& “Merlot”, and white variegation; “Ace of Hearts”. There are alsospectacular weeping varieties; “Lavender Twist” & “Ruby Falls”. Theseand other cultivars tend to fly off of nursery pads as soon as they areset out!

Redbuds grow well in full sun to light shade, and tend to be rathertough and forgiving of anything but soggy soil. We are fortunate tohave three species (some botanists classify them only as varieties) nativeto Texas: Cercis canadensis, from our eastern region, C. texensis fromthe western limestone ridges and C. mexicana from extreme southwest-ern Texas. The European native redbud, Cercis siliquastrum, is com-monly known as “Judas Tree”; legend has it that this is the tree thatJudas Isquariot used to hang himself. Please don’t let this name deteryou, as redbuds are completely reliable and will never betray you,beautifying your garden for many years.

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can name, Frank Lloyd Wright. He believed the mission of architec-ture is to help people understand how to make life more beautifuland the world a better one for living in. Wright said, “Wheneverarchitecture was great it was modern, and whenever architecture wasmodern human value was preserved.”

Houston has a rich history of notable and important MidCentury Modern architects that we can be proud of: HowardBarnstone, Preston Bolton, Bruce Goff, Hugo Neuhaus, HarwoodTaylor, Lars Bang, Karl Kamrath, Philip Johnson, William Floyd,and William Jenkins, to name a few. The modernist work that thesearchitects have left us is a legacy to the city of Houston. These

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“People are flocking to these Mid Century homes and there aregreat deals to be had,” says Robert Searcy, a realtor who specializes inMid Century homes. The key is to avoid insensitive remodeling, as itwill kill the golden goose. If they restore them responsibly, respectingthe architecture, they will find themselves living in art space that willalways grow in value. This affects the neighborhood systemically asothers follow suit and the area enjoys architectural revitalization thatbecomes an asset to the entire city.” Mid Century finds will typicallyrequire effort and budget to return them to the minimally modern aes-thetics that was the intent of their original design. Many of them needto have faux facades, bad flooring and moldings removed in order toreturn them to the beautiful, clean and minimalist lines that laybeneath.

ABOVE: The Kamrath House, 1939, by Karl Kamrath. Mackie and Kamrath became Houston’s best known architects in the 1950s.BELOW: The organic interior of the Kamrath House blends modern architecture with traditional décor to provide a warm and welcome living space. Photos by Brian Hoffner.

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IN THE MARKET? Interested Houstonians can learn much about Mid CenturyModern architecture at this year’s Houston Modern Market Week.There are architectural lectures, two of them by Houston’s very ownarchitectural historian Stephen Fox. Mr. Fox is a very importantasset to the city of Houston and the author of many books includ-ing the Houston Architectural Guide which is in its third printing andwill be available during Modern Market Week, signed by StephenFox, who says “Houston has a rich and exceptionally varied array ofMid Century residential architecture. There is not only somethingfor everyone—Usonian, Miesian, Regionalist, Contemporary, evenGoogie—but the houses are amazing in their tectonic rigor and spa-tial amplitude.”

The festival this year, includes five films of post-war modernarchitecture that made Palm Springs, California, the mecca ofmodernism that it is today. Three of the five films will include atalk with author and historian Alan Hess. To top off the week,guided modern architecture tours will be included, but seats arevery limited for the popular tours. The interior design of thesehomes is as important as the look of the interior. HoustonModern Market Week is also a gathering of the best antique deal-ers and modernist designers to help you make the right selectionsfor your home.

APPRECIATING ASSETS Stepping into a Mid Century home is like stepping into a timewhen America was at the height of its industrial might, whenspace exploration was king in Houston, and cocktail parties wereabuzz all over the city. There is a certain feeling one has when liv-

ing in a Mid Century Modern. You can sense this just by visitingone of them. It awakens an appreciation to architecture anddesign that has been set aside by decades of cookie cutter designwhere quality is measured by square footage. Frank Lloyd Wrightalso said “quality and quantity are not on speaking terms, nevercan be.” Thankfully, we are beginning to see a return to energyconservation, living in a way that is increasingly green, and moreintelligently scaled to family. The smaller Mid Century home isthe logical and affordable choice for many families throughoutthe United States. The communities are typically closer to townand offer a shorter commute to work and to cultural centers.

Yet, Houston Mod, a 501c non-profit whose mission is to pre-serve our modern architecture, says that our heritage of architec-ture is at a critical juncture. Beautiful and important architectureis falling victim to the bulldozers of development at irreparablecost of heritage and history. Post-war architecture is now a half-century old. At this critical age it can be recognized and preservedas a national heritage or just as easily perceived as an old housesitting on a desirable lot and bulldozed down and replaced by astucco clad condominium project. Organizations like HoustonMod and events like Houston Modern Market Week are bringingeducation and recognition of good design, art and architecture.As Houston moves forward in the 21st century we must preserveour rich architectural heritage lest we lose our integral identity.

Brian Hoffner is director of Houston Modern Market Week, April 15-22. Learn more about the event at www.HoustonModernMarket.com.Find out about the preservation efforts of Houston Mod atwww.HoustonMod.org.

THIS PAGE: The Weintraub House, 1956, by William Jenkins is a beautiful sight to see while driving through Meyerland in the evening. The interior of the Weintraubhouse brings the outdoor in, while the earth tones of the vintage modern furniture provide an earthy feel to a beautiful room. Photos by Ben Hill.

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Modern BungalowA new home suits a young family in the Historic Heights

Holly and Josh, a young Heights couple, had had many conversations about homedesign with their neighbor, Bob Robinowitz, who co-owns the architecture firmMcIntyre+Robinowitz with partner Mike McIntyre. When Holly and Josh found anappealing lot in the Heights, they immediately consulted their friends atMcIntyre+Robinowitz, to design the ideal home for their family.

BY SANDRA COOK • PHOTOGRAPHY BY BEN HILL


The large screened porch was situated to cap-ture the cooling southeast breeze and featuresa gas grill and fireplace as focal points. Holly,Josh and their boys utilize the porch dailythroughout the year and regularly dine al fres-co for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The hang-ing sculpture is by Houston artist LeeLittlefield. The fireplace is by Isokern and sur-rounded by Featherlite concrete block.

With the architects onboard, the nextstep was to find a builder. Holly beganhaving discussions with her father, anengineer, about the design of the homeand the faith that she had in the archi-tects. Her dad was intrigued and had lotsof questions for the architects, so BobRobinowitz and Mike McIntyre invitedHolly’s dad to come in for a meeting todiscuss various mechanical aspects of theproject. When he proposed the idea ofMcIntyre+Robinowitz serving as thebuilder, all parties unanimously agreed.Mike McIntyre had recently built his ownhouse and the firm had been looking foran opportunity to take on the generalcontractor role.

McIntyre points out a key decision onthe construction was to go with a com-pletely sealed home, which includes sprayfoam insulation throughout.

“At 3,600 square feet, the two-storyhouse needs just a 4.5-ton air condition-ing unit,” says McIntyre. “We also builtthe home up off the ground at a similarheight as a typical Heights pier-and-beamhouse, but it sits on a slab with 18-inchpony wall with built-in access to wiringand plumbing for access as needed.”

Holly’s background in art and print-making fueled her collaboration with thearchitects, whom she already knew quitewell. Right away, Holly insisted on havinga big screen porch, lots of natural lightand open spaces for family togetherness,especially in the kitchen, dining, livingareas. She asked that the bedrooms notdominate the home’s square footage.

“I didn’t want big bedrooms whereeveryone went off to be all the time,” shesays. “I wanted big family spaces, wherewe could all spend lots of our time.”

Josh, a school administrator and coun-selor, was quite confident and supportiveof Holly’s design instincts, especially afterwitnessing the design conversations withtheir architect friends Bob and Mike on

“They don’t just see outdoorsthrough the windows, butthey can be outdoors on thescreen porch daily.” —Bob Robinowitz


Turquoise is one of Holly’s favorite colors, so shechose a soft aqua blue for the kitchen cabinetsand a bolder version for the barstools from BendSeating. Bob Robinowitz designed the island tomimic an old Hermann Miller piece with painteddrawers on front and natural wood on side. GreyCeasarstone tops the counters, while the floorsare 150-year-old oak reclaimed from old barns.The light fixture over the dinging table was creat-ed by the homeowner and her father.

several occasions. Josh simply asked for adouble showerhead in the master bath andhis own man cave.

“First on the wishlist was the screenporch,” says Holly. “In our old house wehad this one back room where we were allthe time. I just wanted a nice big spacefor the family to spend time and feel con-nected.”

“Holly told us she didn’t want thehouse to be a big box at the front of thelot,” says Bob Robinowitz. “The lot islocated in a historic district, so it was agiven that we needed to adhere to his-toric guidelines. Essentially, Hollydescribed the idea of the house as aModern Bungalow—they wanted some-thing compatible with the neighborhood,but also pushing toward a more modernvocabulary.”

Holly’s visual sense clicked immediate-ly with McIntyre and Robinowitz, andthe trio maintained a good groovethroughout the design process. Theyfound it easy to exchange ideas. BobRobinowitz describes the design processas “highly collaborative.”

From time to time the group wouldmeet to show Josh the progress on theplans. Each time he looked at the plans,he confirmed that all of the couples’ prior-ities were still included. And each timeJosh reports he said, “looks good to me.”

“He honored the fact that I loved theart and design part of it,” says Holly. “Hehad complete trust in us.”

“He was very supportive every time weconsulted him,” says Robinowitz aboutJosh.

EXTERIOR MOTIVES

“We looked at what she didn’t want: atwo-story box with detached garage andmaybe a rear porch and L-shaded yard inback,” says Robinowitz. “Then we looked

“I didn’t want bigbedrooms whereeveryone went off tobe all the time. Iwanted big familyspaces, where we all spend lots of our time.” —Holly, homeowner


RRIIGGHHTT:: Josh’s study is painted Exciting Coral (Sherwin Williams),which gives a lively stage for several of Holly’s artworks, as wellas pieces found in Austin. The study doubles as a guestroomwhen needed.

“The aesthetic of our work is about refinement of thought, sothere’s a tightness to what we do that elevates the quality andI think people sense that when they walk in.”

AABBOOVVEE:: The linear social zone allows ample space for family time. McIntye+Robinowitzdesigned the offset bay (painted purple) and the exposed-rafter portion of the ceiling to cre-ate a horizontal contrast to the elongated space. The elephant painting is by local artist MattMessigner; deer head by Rachel Denney.

—Bob Robinowitz


at houses with a more slender presence on thestreet and instead of a rear yard, we postionedthe yard more on the side and the front. Thismakes for a great spatial plan and is a little moreof a pubic experience with the neighborhood.”Robinowitz also notes that the longer, east-westaxis orientation of the lot is ideal for passive solardesign, which allows for sun control and mini-mizing afternoon heat gain. The orientation onthe lot also allows for making the most of theprevailing breeze from the southeast.

With the screen porch designed as an integralroom, rather than an afterthought, the homeoffers a dual indoor-outdoor living experience.

“They don’t just see outdoors through thewindows, but they can be outdoors on the screenporch daily.

“We use the porch everyday,” says Holly. “Thekids usually go out to the porch right afterbreakfast.”

The generous porch, equipped with a fire-place, grill, ample seating and play space servesmany purposes for the family.

GROWING FAMILY

Holly and Josh had one child at the beginningof the planning phase, but after the plans wereunderway, they learned that their adoptionwent through for their second child and aroundthe same time they were pregnant with theirthird child. So they started the process with onechild but moved into the new home with threeboys.

“We always knew we wanted at least threekids,” says Josh. “But it happened prettyquickly.”

“At that point, the biggest driver of our con-struction schedule was Holly’s baby,” says MikeMcIntyre. “So we organized choices early tostay ahead of Holly and the baby. We gave hera list of things that that had to be selectedbefore she neared her due date—and she did agreat job. She was able to make quick and won-derful decisions.”

Holly appreciated Mike’s recent experiencewith building his own home, and explains thathepled her step back and think about whichdecisions would matter in five years. This kepther from getting bogged down in the details and

LLEEFFTT:: Robinowitz envisioned and installed the semi-open ceiling in the powder room to allow naturallight from above yet provide the necessary privacy.The sink/vanity was a collaborative effort betweenHolly, her father and the architects. RRIIGGHHTT:: The wall colors in the master bedroom areSherwin Williams “Rainwater” and “Urbane Bronze.”Holly found the antique sofa at a Heights antiquesstore and had it recovered in her favorite hue.


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Holly and Josh were already fond of the historical character of the of area, so McIntyre+Robinowitzworked with the couple to design a home that is not a dominating presence from the street , but rathera harmonious structure that complements the family and the surrounding neighborhood. The mainentry is on the side, while the yard and garden wrap from front to side for a continuous outdoor areanear the large screen porch.

to see what was really worth the time to ponder andwhat could be handled quickly.

“When aesthetic things came up, Holly would say let’sgo for what looks good, because behavior can adapt,”says Robinowitz. “She would always be supportive of theroute that led to good design, and we appreciated that.”

“We’d ask her opinion and if she had a strong opinionshe gave it to us, and if not, she’d say ‘I’ll let you guysdecide,’” added McIntyre.

And from time to time, Josh would say “looks goodto me.”

THOUGHTFUL DESIGN

“The aesthetic of our work is about refinement ofthought, so there’s a tightness to what we do that ele-vates the quality and I think people sense that when theywalk in,” says Robinowitz.

“Yes, they do,” Holly agrees. “We are very conscious of what’s appropriate for

Houston,” says McIntyre. “Sometimes you see housesgoing up that don’t seem like they should be in this cli-mate. You wonder if they even thought about things likerainfall, drainage and sun exposure.”

The front of Holly and Josh’s house is a bit more tra-ditional, but the back of house evolves into a more mod-ern feel.

“The higher windows towards the back introducemodern vocabulary into the architecture,” saysRobinowitz.

Holly says they wanted something a different fromthe majority of new construction in the Heights. “I real-ly appreciate the combined aesthetic and how it reallyreflects us, not solely the architects. “

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Sharon Staley, FASIDSharon Staley Interiors713.668.9689www.sharonstaleyinteriors.comWhat is your design philosophy? Provide designthat best suits the clients’ needs by creating aspace that is well-developed in style, quality, color,texture, personality, and function.

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projects? Each client brings their own flavor to the design process: stylesor colors they are drawn to, needs they have for each space to make it themost successful for them

What's the first thing you ask a client when starting a project?

What is the most important thing you wish to accomplish?

What initially drew you to interior design? My father owned successfulfurniture stores here in Houston and was also president of the FurnitureAssociation, so I grew up in the industry, sharing my father’s passion forquality design.

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for their project? A client will know they’ve found the right designer forthem when they feel truly “heard”. A good designer listens to what the clientwants and applies her talent, knowledge & experience toward making aspace tailor-made for the client.

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Karen Moore Moore Interiors, Inc.713.974.9320www.mooreinteriorsinc.comWhat is your design philosophy?

Listen carefully, always design with your client'stastes as the key directive. If they don't knowwhat their tastes are then get to work on teaching them, help ferret it out and find it!

How do your clients' tastes or personalities

influence design projects? Every job will reveal itself and has a story to tell. Just listen and let the story unfold. The true fun in any project is discovering what it is the client truly wants their space to say about them.


Please tell me what I need to know to best help you with your project.

What initially drew you to interior design? I’ve always been a designer. I was known in my family as the go to person— if you don't know where toput something, ask Karen.


for their project? Clients who tune into their own tastes and preferencescan better communicate to the designer what suits them. My goal is to helpyou make your dreams come true.

Hollie Landrith, HL Designs, Inc.6230 Lynbrook • Houston, TX 77057713.528.7667 • www.hldesignsinc.comWhat is your design philosophy? To provide a high level of clientservice by creating beautiful balanced and comfortable residentialspaces while working with our client's tastes and budget


projects? They are the client. It is the designer's job to put theirlifestyle into their home.


What is the overall feel you are trying to achieve?

What initially drew you to interior design? Since early childhood Iwas drawn in by the different ways a room could change and shapeyour emotions.

How can a potential client know if a particular designer is a good fit for their project?

A potential client and designer need to take the time to get to know each other's character andvision for the project. Only then will they know the possibility of a successful project.

Maria T. Bordelon, ASID Bordelon Design Associates675 Bering Dr., Ste 140 • Houston, TX 77057713.789.9681 • www.bn-design.com1. What is your design philosophy? I try to bring comfort, quality, andgood taste to every project in such a way that reflects the needs and personality of the owners.

2. How do your clients' tastes or personalities influence design projects? I offer suggestionswith first choices and alternates and the client chooses which scheme or which piece of furnitureattracts them.

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How do you want this room to “feel”? What are your goals of the project? How will the room beused?

4. What initially drew you to interior design? My love of the fine arts and design. My constantneed to create something.

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The most important factor is that the client feel comfortable with the initial conversations. A photo-graphic portfolio review is good too, but I for instance, do very targeted styling to each individualclient, so photography alone will not demonstrate the originality of the client’s project, northe camaraderie required of a true partnership between client and designer.

Kelly Gale AmenP.O. Box 66447 • Houston, TX 77266713.206.5346 • www.kga.net1. What is your design philosophy? To guide the client as theymove through the process of change, taking the client and expandingtheir understanding of space, dimension and function in ways thatthey hadn’t considered before.

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projects? Each project should highlight the individual’s needs, wantsand desires as we aesthetically and functionally increase the usabilityand sensitivity of the space.

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My favorite thing is to ask the client what they don’t like or want toembrace during this process of change.

4. What initially drew you to interior design? Color—its potential, impact and ability to transformboth a space and a person’s point of view.

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I think that it’s like a shoe—if it fits, so does the foot. There is a comfort and an ease in theexchange, process, and relationship as it unfolds. If it doesn’t work, you will know very quickly.

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Debra Sabrsula, Allied ASIDDesigning Spaces for Living979-320-7754 • www.sabsdesigns.comWhat is your design philosophy? Good design is timeless. Each personhas unique needs and desires that may change over time. I provide honesty,knowledge, skill, value and quality with aesthetic and functional excellence.

How do your clients' tastes or personalities influence design projects?

The designer's job is to help clients define their needs now and in the futuresuch that the finished interiors reflect an individual's unique tastes and desires.

What's the first thing you ask a client when starting a project? Close your eyes and share withme how you envisage yourself in the new space. What are you most delighted with?

What initially drew you to interior design? Watching my father slowly make his way through hishome clinging to walls to steady his stance, I became aware of how our environment affects ourability to age safely and comfortably. Designing Spaces for Living! ensures all members of the family enjoy the comforts of a new or enhanced home.


Answer yes to these questions: 1) Has the designer listened to and understood my particularneeds and desires? 2) Has the designer asked good relevant questions?3) Can we collaborate successfully?

Claudia Sundin • CS DESIGNS713.385.5585 • www.csdinteriors.comWhat is your design philosophy? Every client is unique, and everyproject should reflect that. Follow the basic design principles of scale, bal-ance, proportion and color harmony and the end result will be rewarding.


projects? I listen carefully to what they like or don't like, how theywant the room to function. I'm there to pull it all together to look thebest it can. It’s not about what I like.


Depending on the room/rooms and budget, I give my clients binders ofphotos collected from magazines and ask them to bookmark colors,fabrics, furniture, lighting, etc. of what they like.

What initially drew you to interior design? As a young girl I loved rearranging my bedroom. Isold computers in my twenties and traveled the world in my thirties with an airline. It wasn't until myforties that I pursued a degree in Interior Design and formed my company.


Usually clients are referrals from other satisfied clients. However, a client will be working closelywith their designer, so it's important to like his or her personality. You will know if the designer is a“good fit” after the first meeting.

Carol Scott, ASID Student MemberInternational Student chamber of Commerce2900 S. Gessner Rd. • Houston, TX 77063832.439.3482 • www.carolstudiointeriors.comWhat is your design philosophy? I love creating a room that reflects thestyle, beauty and uniqueness that’s been on the client’s dream list.


I like clients who don’t mind stepping outside the box. When a client has theability to mix different trends, colors and textures to create a room thatreflects their exact personality and taste.


What are the day to day functions of the room? Will any existing furnishings be reused? Do theyhave a design concept in mind? What is the budget?

What initially drew you to interior design? I updated my own bland apartment and the propertymanagement liked it so well, they upgraded the other units with my ideas. That’s when I began toconsider a career in design.

How can a potential client know if a particular designer is a good fit for their project? I feelthat a client and the designer should have a comfortable relationship. The client will feel this fromthe first meeting. If the designer’s work impresses the client, everything else falls in place.

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Diana S. Walker Interior Design713.520.1775dwalkerdesign@sbcglobal.netdianaswalkerinteriordesign.netWhat is your design philosophy? Most peoplehave a strong concept of what they want at thebeginning of a project. I maintain project focus sothat their vision is realized.

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influence design projects? I am happiest when I can contribute to theproject, and make their concept better than even they considered possible.The collaborative process is my specialty. I like to see the joy on some-one's face when I bring them the perfect solution they couldn't articulate.


What experiences have they had with other professionals and was that agood experience? If they haven't worked with a designer or an architect, ora builder, then I can set the standard of what they can expect.

What initially drew you to interior design? A friend who saw all I haddone for her over the years, and encouraged me to seek this career path.


for their project? Ask questions! Can they relate comfortably at the firstor second meeting? Do they agree with each other about concepts andstyle? Talk to their other clients? Do you agree with their process, their levelof expertise for your project, and understand their fees? Do you have a gutfeeling that makes you hesitate?

Donna Jarnigan, ASIDLacy-Boone, LLC713.647.0647www.lacyboone.comWhat is your design philosophy? Our goal hasalways been to help the client “own” their home oroffice. We want the interior to reflect their personal-ity, lifestyle, taste and preferences, not ours.

How do your clients’ tastes or personalities influence design

projects? Our motto “It's all about the client”. We always begin by listen-ing to the clients wants, needs and desires. How they live or work is thefoundation of the design.


What do you want to do, what do you want to envison for this project?

What initially drew you to interior design? I always had the eye and natural gift for design. As a child my Aunts asked me questions like, “What color should I upholster those chairs?” and “Where should I placethat piece of furniture”. I guess you might say it’s in my blood.


for their project? Do you mesh with that person? I find many times theinitial consultation will be the ‘tell’ for both client and designer as towhether they will work well together.

Keron Weathered, Out of the Box Design, LLC713-269-5475 • www.KeronOutOfTheBox.com [email protected] What is your design philosophy? My philosophy is successfully completing adesign project that will thrill my clients. I know I can find beautiful and interestingpieces, but I make sure I understand the style and colors the client envisions.


I listen and brainstorm with clients, often by looking through photos from maga-zines for styles, colors and pieces they like. I also find out what does not interest them. Some clients want to be more hands-on and others just let me work on the project myself.

What's the first thing you ask a client when starting a project? I like to know the timeline andparticular budget for the project. I work with all budgets and if the client has a vision beyond whatthey can afford, I work in phases. Honesty and communication are key.

What initially drew you to interior design? I was an art major but got married before I finishedcollege. During all the previous jobs, I was always doing creative things for the owners. Finally, Idecided to go to interior design school and become an interior designer.


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This marble-topped vanity and stone sink allow the festive small glass tile back-splash to stand out. Photo courtesy of New Ravenna Mosaics.

Cultured marble is less expensive and is made from real chips of naturalmarble embedded in plastic. It's available in sheet form and in standard counterdimensions of 19 and 22 inches deep. Cultured marble comes with or withouta wash basin molded into it, for $50 to $80 per running foot, installed.Although easy to clean, cultured marble must be well cared for. Once scratched,it cannot be resurfaced. Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for whattype of finish to apply to cultured marble to best protect it.

LAMINATEAt an installed price of $24 to $50 per running foot, laminate offers good valueand performance. As a result, it’s the most widely used countertop material inbathrooms, just as it is in kitchens. Various manufacturers market laminatesunder different brand names, but they're all based on the same principle—astack of thin plastic layers bonded together under heat and pressure. Laminatecountertops clean easily and are resistant to water and stain. However, laminatescan burn, wear thin, and dull over time. Hard blows can chip or dent the plas-tic, and there's no remedy short of replacement.

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Solid surface material is available in white, beige, pastels, and imitationstone, usually in ready-formed vanity tops with integrated sinks. Prices rangefrom about $100 to $250 per running foot installed.

TILEAs it does for floors and walls, ceramic tile makes an attractive, durable finishfor countertops. It's available in many colors, designs, and textures. Grout linesthat trap dirt and encourage mildew are a major drawback, although newgrouts and sealers help alleviate these problems to some degree. Costs rangefrom $10 to $40 per running foot installed.

Getting professional results with tile is a challenge for do-it-yourselfers. Aslightly irregular look can be appropriate for rustic, unglazed quarry tile, butmost other tile varieties demand greater precision. Using pregrouted tile sheets,or sheets of mosaic tile on a mesh backing, makes it easier to space tiles evenly.

WOODAs a countertop surface, wood isattractive, versatile, and easy toinstall. It is, however, especially vul-nerable to water damage, and itsporosity makes it difficult to keepclean. All hardwood and softwoodspecies must be well sealed withpolyurethane or marine varnish.Special care should be taken to sealaround the edges of plumbing fix-tures so standing water can't seepin and cause wood rot.

Maple butcher block is a popu-lar countertop material in the thekitchen, and it sometimes appearsin bathrooms as well. Available in24-, 30-, and 36-inch widths,butcher block is thicker than vanitytops, so to install it you may needto modify plumbing connections. Costs for wood countertops run $25 to $40per linear foot, installed.

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Replacement Window Specialist • Since 1985

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pet of the month

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• Gutters• Shutters• Siding• Kitchens• Counter Tops

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BROTHERS UPHOLSTERY& DRAPERY

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Window Coverings • Shutters

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Money MakersMoney Makers

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* Rug Gallery store locations

www.robertscarpet.com

CLEAR LAKE 20810 I-45 SOUTH _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 281-332-4477WOODLANDS 19053 I-45 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 936-271-0000SOUTHWEST 3003 FONDREN-2 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 713-785-1900*Dazzling Decor 3003-1 FONDREN _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 832-377-4665

CENTRAL 3404 KIRBY _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 713-523-0666NORTHWEST 6920 FM 1960 W. _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 281-580-9495SUGAR LAND 12614 S.W. FRWY _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 281-240-8200GULF FRWY 4750 GULF FRWY_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 713-926-5100WEST 11177 KATY FRWY_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 713-468-1300HUMBLE 20465 HWY. 59 N _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 832-445-0800

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* Rug Gallery store locations

http://www.robertscarpet.com

Houston House & Home Magazine April 2013 Issue

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