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H O U S T O N

THE COMPLETE RESOURCE MAGAZINE FOR YOUR HOME |November 2013

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Fresh Ideas for Entertaining

Waste Not, Want NotKitchen Space Designer and Toffee maker Susan Schneider

New Heights BungalowInterior Designer Laura Umansky helped a couple turn their city

home into a dinner party destination.

Guide to Selecting Holiday Trees

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Southland Homes was

selected by a modernist

client to renovate a 100-

plus year-old home in a his-

toric district. The exterior

blends seamlessly with the

neighborhood while the

interior is a modern design

enthusiasts dream.

(Photography by Ben Hill)

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Editors Note

Calendar

Tastemaker: Melinda Marye-Kelley

Before & After: Traditional holiday home

Project: Decorating for the holidays

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Its not even Thanksgiving yet,and were already thinking aboutthe holidays around here.

Hard to believe . . . . But, yes,

youll find this issue chock full of

ideas from gifts to entertaining

and holiday decorating.

We try to stay a step ahead, which

we hope benefits both our advertis-

ers and readers.

Our advertisers, may I offer, allow

us to place this publication on news-

stands at no cost to you.

So as a thank you to them, pleaseconsider visiting their stores when

you shop!

Buying local affords us all so

many benefits. It means employment

opportunities for many and

remember the sales taxes go to fund

our schools, parks and recreational

facilities, in addition to covering road

and signage expenses.Houston gives us such great

options. When youre out and possi-

bly looking for books, either for

yourself or to give as a gift, Id like

to pass along these three to consider:

Giada de Laurentiis will be signing

her book, Giadas Feel Good Food, at

the Williams Sonoma store in

Highland Village on Nov. 12. See

our Calendar listing for more info.All the Bestblogger Ronda Rice

Carman recently stepped into Carl

Moore Antiques shop on Bissonnet

to sign her first-ever title,

called Designers at Home. She gives

us a peek into the homes of 50

designers. One of whom is Texas

designer Jan Showers.In fact, Showers will be at Carl

Moore on Nov. 12 from 10 a.m. to

noon to sign her book, Glamorous

Retreats. In Carmans book, she

shares some personal insights about

the holidays and entertaining

apropos to this issue and the related

article within.

Thanksgiving is my favorite holi-

day, says Showers, who enjoys hav-ing her family gather at her table in

Dallas. When entertaining,

she prefers limiting dinner guests to

eight. And she tries to do as much in

advance of the party as possible. A

relaxed hostess and simply prepared

foods will always be a hit.

Never underestimate pretty

stemware and a beautifully set table,she adds.

Happy shopping!

Happy Thanksgiving,

Susan (and Sam)

E D I T O R S N O T E

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

ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER ........Susie Reisenbigler

EDITOR ..............................................Susan Fox

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

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......................Joetta Moulden, Lindsay Canright

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS ...... Ben Hill,

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

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Southland Homes Helps Save Historic

Property, Giving it New Life BY MARSHA CANRIGHTThe handsome gray cottage at 1005 Oxford Street is a Cinderella story frombeginning to happy ending.

It is the winner of the Houston Heights Community Improvement Award forResidential Renovation and will be featured on the Heights Historic HomesTour in April 2014.

The cottage was an unlikely candidate for celebrity when Colin Shelton, presi-dent of Southland Homes, had his first look at it almost two years ago.

Built in 1896 for a German immigrant family, the small house had fallenfrom an earlier graceful state into ragged disrepair.

Shelton couldnt quite visualize the award-winning home that wouldsoon unfold.

I was surprised it was still standing, he says.

The Houston builder had renovated dozens of historic homes in threeHouston historic districts, including the Heights and River Oaks, but this house

was in the worst condition he had ever witnessed.Details of a classic cottage the broad-balanced windows and lofty 10-foot

ceilings were marginally visible. Years of neglect and vacancy, termites and fires,and do-it-yourself construction had taken a heavy toll on the 1,100 square footproperty.

Homeowner Bobbie Knox Echard purchased the house in December 2010after a two-year search that included viewing more than 200 properties.

She knew she wanted to settle in the Heights, and when she found the cot-

tage, dilapidated but with a certain charm, she knew she was home at last.Echard moved into her fully renovated home last November.

Bobbie Echard is dedicated. She knew what she wanted. She had a visionand a plan, and she assembled a team who could do the job, Shelton says.

With Echard at the helm, the team included designer Colby Weems ofC Weems Designs, Troy Campa of NewberryCampa Architects, and

Sheltons Southland Homes.Not many people can say they love their builder when the project is com-

plete but I truly can, adds EchardSouthlands entire construction team was patient, fully engaged, sensitive to

my budget, committed to quality, and the end product is beautiful, she says.The house actually came in about 5 percent under budget.For Shelton, the house was a fun project but also complex and challenging.We kept the shell of the house, and we replaced the walls, floors and interi-

ors always with appropriate materials for the period and in the original style,says Shelton.

The foundation was rebuilt from the inside out.The house doubled in size to 2,200 square feet and is comprised of three

bedrooms, two baths, and a garage apartment. The plan is so seamless its hardto tell the addition, says Shelton.

Since its completion the project has gleaned several awards. In addition tothe Heights renovation honors, the cottage kitchen has received a Prism awardfrom the Greater Houston Builders Association, and a Star award from theTexas Association of Builders.

Historic property renovations are more complex than new construction andalways have special needs, explains Shelton.

There is the important and often time-consuming work with historic dis-trict boards that govern and protect the historical significance and ambience

of the neighborhoods. Part of his job involves walking the homeownerthrough these procedures.

In past projects, Shelton has commissioned craftsmen to rebuild antiquewindows and to custom cut molding to match original fittings. In thishouse everything had to be symmetrical, lined up perfectly, which was notan easy task.

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ABOVE: The kitchen is part of the open floor plan. The countertops are honed Carrera marble; the backsplash is Ann Sacks; heath-white ceramic. All cabinetry is custom built.

BELOW LEFT: The central hallway (seen here from the front door) connects the entire house and acts as an art gallery. BELOW RIGHT: The master bath flooring is grey BXLS

imported from Italy.

We do quite a bit of work in the historicdistricts; its probably 60 percent of our case-load, according to Shelton.

Renovations are a part of our businessthat also includes new home construction.Shelton has been a builder for nine years,and started Southland Homes in 2007.

This house turned out to be a beauty;its truly unique. The exterior is tradi-tional but the interior is contemporaryand is exactly what the homeowner

wanted, he says.When you save an old house, and you

add all the modern comforts, theres some-thing about it that is rewarding. Its a goodfeeling to be able to bring it back to what itshould be.

Customer service is key to Southlandsbusiness, Shelton said, and customers likeEchard agree.

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N O V E M B E R 2 0 1 3 A R T S E V E N T S M A R K E T S W O R K S H O P S

Book SigningsOne of Texas' most recog-nized interior designers,JanShowers, stops in at CarlMoore Antiques onNovember 12, to sign her

newest book, GlamoursRetreats. She will be at theshop at 1610 Bissonnet from10 a.m. to noon. More infor-mation: 713-524-2502 orwww.carlmooreantiques.com

Also at Carl Moore Antiques. . .Author Judith Millersigns her book,AntiquesEncyclopediaandAntiques Handbook & Price Guideon November14, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at 1610 Bissonnet St. Info: 713-524-2502

Food Network's Giada De Laurentiis star of Everyday Italianand Giada at Home is at the Williams-Sonoma HighlandVillage store at 4060 Westheimer on November 12 at 6 p.m. Callthe store to reserve a book. Space is limited to the first 400 ticketedcustomers. Books go on sale November 5. Info: 713-212-0346

Festivals & Events(See more on pages 64-70)Houston Fine Arts Festivalpremieres at Discovery GreenPark, November 2 & 3.Saturday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. andSunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Admission is free. Info:www.paragonartevents.com/houston or call 631-421-1590

Farm Fest 2013 showcases vol-unteer-built, self-sufficiencyprojects at Last OrganicOutpost's Emile StreetCommunity Research Farm.Come tour the aquaponics, rainwater catchments, beehives, wormranches, a cob oven, compost tea brewer and more. Food trucks,music, and arts and crafts. November 3, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.Admission: donation. Info:www.lastorganicoutpost.com

The 11th annualJunior League Holiday Market takes place atThe Woodlands Waterway Marriott, November 15-17. Themarket features more than 100 merchants selling specialty holi-day items, home accessories, clothing, gourmet foods, jewelryand more. Tickets: $12 Shopping hours: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. onFriday, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.Info:www.jlholidaymarket.org

Magpies and Peacocks partners with Houston Petset, a non-

profit organization dedicated to helping orphaned animals, onNovember 19, by hosting a sale at Muse boutique at 2411 W.Alabama, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Items for sale include a newline of dog collars and cat cuffs, in addition to repurposed luxu-ry goods for humans. Info:www.houstonpetset.org

On Thanksgiving night, November 28, Post Oak Blvd. trans-forms into a holiday event: the 28th Annual UptownHouston Holiday Lighting Celebration. Festivities begin at

4 p.m. with music and concessions. Free. Entertainment, foodtrucks, decorations, Santa and fireworks (7 p.m.). A percentageof concession sales benefits Be An Angel, and the HoustonArea Urban League. Info:www.uptown-houston.com

The French American Chamber of Commerces 30th annualSoiree Beaujolais on November 21 at the JW MarriottHouston, 5150 Westheimer, from 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Info:www.facchouston.org

Theta Charity Antiques ShowNovember 21-24 at George RBrown Convention Center. Featuring Bunny Williams, CelerieKimble, Alexa Hampton and others.Info:www.thetacharityantiquesshow.com

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Interior designer and author, Jan Showers. The Houston Heights Holiday Home Tour, Dec. 6 and 7.

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MainStreet America continues its tradi-tion this year: Christmas onMainStreet. November 29 toDecember 21, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Enjoy a celebration of lights, soundsand tastes of the holiday season whenstrolling throughout 12 beautifullydecorated showcase homes. FridayDate Nights offer cooking demonstra-tions, design seminars, seasonal bever-age tastings and more. Saturday familynights are geared to children, withrides on MainStreet Express and inter-

acting with holiday characters.Admission for 16 and over: $15.Children 4-15 years, $5 and thoseyounger, free. Info: 281-825-4429 orwww.mainstreetamerica.com

The Houston Design Center, 7026Old Katy Rd, hosts its sixth annualDeck the Tables kick-off party onDec. 4, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Variousshowrooms spotlight spectacular holi-day table top designs. Author and stylist Annette Joseph will be onhand to discuss and sign her book, Picture Perfect Parties. Moreinformation:www.thehoustondesigncenter.com

Five Heights neighbors open their homes December 6 (6 p.m. to9:30 p.m.) and December 7 (3 p.m. to 9 p.m.). The HolidayHome Tour, hosted by the Houston Heights Association, includesa seasonal crafts market at 107 W. 12th. Tickets sold by various

neighborhood merchants and online:www.houstonheights.org

The Blue Triangle Garden Club hosts its annual Christmas Tourof Homes Yuletide Elegance, on December 8, from 1p.m. to 5p.m. Three beautiful homes will be open for viewing.Complimentary trolley pickup at 5751 Blythewood at Old SpanishTrail. Tickets: $10 and can be purchased at any of the homes: 3502S. MacGregor Way, 4327 N. MacGregor Way and 4327 N.Roseneath Drive. More information: 713-898-8258

German Christmas Market Weihnachtsmarket Texas Style hap-pens in Old Town Tomball, near the old train depot at 201 S. Elm.December 11 & 12. On Saturday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. On Sunday,10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Free admission and no parking fees. Enjoy music,street vendors and food vendors, a petting zoo, the traditionalDutch Santa Elf, live Christmas tree and the Royal Bavarian Guard.

In GalvestonThe Galveston Historical Foundation announces three demon-strations this month: Interior Luster: How to ProperlyClean & Treat Your Historic Woods (November 9),Interior Design for Historic Homes (November 16) andGetting Creative with Architectural Salvage (November

23 & 30). Courses are $12 per person or $10 for GHF mem-bers. Info on places and times: call 409-765-3409 or visitwww.galvestonhistory.org

Moody Gardens 12th Annual Festival of Lights opens onNovember 16 at 6 p.m. Enjoy more than 1 million lights with-in 100 sound-enhanced animated light displays and nightlyentertainment. Also skate around the area's only outdoor skat-

ing rink. Try out the new Arctic slide and visit Santa, too.Thursday to Saturday: November to December 7. Nightly:December 12 to January 4. Info:www.moodygardens.org

The East End Historical District hosts A VictorianChristmas, on November 30, from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Fourhomes will be decorated for the holidays and open for publictouring. Tickets cost $15 and are available at The GrandOpera House. Info.:www.eastendhistoricaldistrict.org

Galveston's oldest residence, the 1838 Michael B. MenardHouse at 1605 33rdt St. will open its doors on December 14& 15, for a rare holiday event at Galveston HistoricalFoundation's holidays teas. Seats are limited to 24 people perseating. Seating times: noon and 4 p.m. each day. Tickets cost$50 for adults, and $15 for students. In addition to the teaservice and treats,the program features some of the museum'scollection pieces. Info.:www.galvestonhistory.org

ExhibitsThe Red & White Gallery at 102 Main St. in Fayetteville hosts Pat

Johnson, a clay artist, on November 9, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.Info:www.redandwhitegallery.com

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T A S T E M A K E R

Decoupage Design

An interview with Melinda Marye-KelleyHow did your decoupage empire begin?

I believe that all of the work experiences in my life helped to guideme on this decoupage path. I was the Assistant to the ExecutiveDirector at the Ronald McDonald House. My boss was an incrediblementor and taught me a great deal about running a business office. Ilearned the day-to-day nuts and bolts of operations, accounting, and

working with board members and volunteers. I met my husband,Bill, in 1990, when he was living on Block Island, Rhode Island. He

made furniture and birdhouses and I painted them. We sold themon the island that summer. I soon became fascinated with decoupage.I remember going out and buying some clear glass plates and askingmy mom for magazines that I could cut up to use to make the plates.

An issue of Colonial Homes had an article called Papered Plates. It

was a feature on Federal-inspired decoupage plates. In that one

moment, I felt like I found my way.

Do you have an educational background in art? What is your busi-

ness/educational background?

Growing up I always loved arts and crafts and actually did quite abit of decoupage. I studied Fashion Merchandising at TheUniversity of Texas and enjoyed the applied art classes. When Ifirst started the business, I did take some classes at HCC . . .sculpture, ceramics and welding.

What was the first year or two like in business for you?

The first year or two it was just me decoupaging and selling mygoods. I spent four or five months selling on Block Island in thesummer. My then future husband Bill begin to join in the fun andhelp with production during the summer.

Wastepaper baskets for every day or seasonal.

Custom tissue boxes and letter boxes are among favorites.

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What have you learned and can share

with others?

For us the key to building our businesshas been loyal relationships and hard

work. Relationships with our employ-ees, our customers, and our vendorshave been instrumental in our business.

What were your first products? And how

did you sell them initially?

The first items I made were actuallybrightly painted fish wooden magnetsthat I sold at Surroundings. Then thatfall I started making decoupage plates.I gave them as gift to friends and theyordered some to give as gifts. Next Imet with buyers and sold toSurrounding, Bering's and DesignDesign.

You have been such a mainstay at the

Nutcracker Market; how did that begin

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Our first Nutcracker Market was 1993.I sold items there through DesignDesign in 1991 & 1992 and did very

well. So the next step was to applymyself. I was so excited when we got in.

We started with just a 10x10 booth,now we have grown to a 40-foot booth.

Whats ahead for Marye-Kelley?

Very soon we hope to move to 1740Westheimer, next to the Empire Caf.We are hoping that having frontage onWestheimer.

How many employees do you have? And

where are the items you sell made?

We have seven full time employees andsix part time employees. My husbandand I also work full time in the business.Our production team has been with ussince 2006. They are extremely loyaland dedicated. All items are handmaderight here at 2515 Morse St.

Do you actually do any of the designs or

decoupage work?

I create almost all of the designs. Rightnow we have such an incredible team inthe art department that I am able todelegate more for new designs that Ithen help fine-tune. We all work welltogether as a team to come up withideas and solutions. The only actualdecoupaging that I do now is one-of-a-kind creations for custom orders.Inspiration is everywhere: maps, art,clothes, photographs, books,travel,cooking, color, dreams . . . .

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We are very much a mom and popbusiness. We have three children (two

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What do you like to read?

I used to be a voracious reader.However, for the past few years anyextra time is spent reading with ourkids, homework or a cookbook. I amconstantly working on our Web site.

Where are you originally from?

I was born and raised here inHouston, as were my parents.

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bought a ranch house. The move prompted them to get rid of

many old furniture pieces due to age, style and the decision to

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evoked some warmth. The couple had seen my column in

Decorator GuidesCouple in Updating

Their Traditional Style

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AFTER: Using my measurements to ensure correct proportion, the couple shopped for an 8x10 Franklin area rug and Norton kilim pillows at Pottery Barn, coffee table storage andround tables at Target, leather sofa and two upholstered chairs at Star Furniture. The bronze floor lamps came from CalLighting.com. Cathis grandfather made the sofa end table inthe 30s. The bookcases were custom built by Jose Torres. Cathi strung the live tree's popcorn garland. BEFORE: A lack of furniture, rug, lighting and bookcases was prevent-ing this room from being finished.


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We liked the openness of the spaces but it was just so

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styles of the two houses we did not know where to begin,

so we called you, Cathi explains.

She recalls there being a definite meeting of the minds

that first day, although Cathi thought a couple of sugges-tions just would not work. Marc encouraged her to go

along with my ideas since they had hired me for my

expertise and should trust the advice.

I was reluctant, says Cathi. Long story short it was

the best possible decisionI am so glad I listened to you!

The visit went longer than she thought it would.

Again, in hindsight, I suppose those conversations really

helped you to understand what we envisioned for our-

B E F O R E

AFTER: Using my measurements to ensure correct proportion, the couple shopped and found the dining room buffet at Star Furniture, the buffet lamps at Target, and the uphol-

stered host/hostess chairs flanking the buffet came from Ballard Designs (www.ballarddesigns.com). Cathi framed their son Stevens artwork using stock frames from Michaels,

and her brother made the couples mirror for them in the 80s. The angel collection was purchased during an after-Christmas sale at a favorite gift store in Kansas. BEFORE: The

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solutions you offered. I cant argue with

success, she says.

Another problem Cathi had was visualiz-

ing the dining room with its buffet table

and side chairs. But I listened and applied

your suggestions and the rooms work beau-tifully, she adds. Family and friends have

all provided positive comments.

The couple loved the ideas for the holi-

day decorations. Our tree is always a live

tree, traditionally strung with popcorn gar-

lands, Cathi says. She particularly enjoyed

the simple, easy ideas for the table tops that

I took the time to showcase in their homefor the holidays.

Your measurements and recommenda-

tions on where to find fabrics, simple chairs

and rugs were a God-send since we were

new to Houston, she explains.

This allowed us to choose what we

liked while staying in the parameters of

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so glad we hired help! It would have beenvery frustratingand not nearly as success-

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As a ministers daughter, traditions run

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ing popcorn for their familys Christmas

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remember it being a long, arduous chore.

When Thanksgiving winds down, I look

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Theres a not-so-distant jingle signaling the season for presents and parties, and cus-toms and cranberry sauce. But a tradition-packed holiday doesnt have to mean same

ol decor.Break with the built-in color palette of red and green and go glam starting withthe invitations, which set the mood for any festivity.

Were seeing a lot of glitter, says Katie Hackedorn, owner of Katie & Co, a full-service invitation and stationery store in the Heights. You always see red and green,but were also seeing a lot of red and turquoise, which has a wintery feel.

Checkerboard, Designers Fine Press, and Lallie all offer holiday options withtexture.

Letterpress, die cut, and laser-cut pieces are popular and very pretty,Hackedorn says.

An interesting and eye-catching tablescape will infuse your party with holiday cheer.I like the decor to be abstract and playful to take it out over the edge, says

Kelly Gale Amen, an interior designer and art furniture designer. Not everything hasto be uniform.

Before you commit to spending the big bucks on a set of holiday dishes, considerusing what you already have in your china cabinet.

Not everything has to say Christmas or Hanukkah all over it, says ChristinaLandrum, a native Houstonian and the mastermind behind Pomp & CircumstanceEvent Design. You can use your china, your flatware, your glassware and give the

table a holiday touch with decor.Landrum uses metallics to make holiday tablescapes shine.Anything gold or silver and the more glitter the better! she adds.For dinnerware, Amen favors geometric prints, which make place settings pop and

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Most dishware is circular and geometric print is angular. Its a greatjuxtaposition, he explains.

Flowers bring a freshness to the table, but they are no longer theonly option for centerpieces.

For centerpieces, I love branches, says Landrum. For an upcom-ing winter wonderland party, were using glittery trees.

If youre not planning on outsourcing the centerpiece duties to alocal pro, go easy on yourself.

For a round table, I love to do a mirrored centerpiece with small

flowers at each place setting, Amen says. Low centerpieces make itso you can really converse.

At the end of the meal, give your guests a memorable send-offwith a thoughtful take-away.

Everybody likes to receive a little gift, such as a sweet treat in apretty package, says Hackedorn. If a guest has a known food allergyor a dietary restriction, find a suitable substitute or go a differentroute. Share your favorite candle find, for example.

A lot of hosts will give out dessert favors, so that guests have

something sweet when theyre leaving, Hackedorn adds. Try aminiature pumpkin bread or muffin in a cute cellophane bag or acupcake box. Again, be thoughtful enough to plan on adding sugar-free items or perhaps dried fruit and nuts to the selection for thosewith dietary restrictions.

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3. Get inspired. Find one main thing that inspires you and workfrom there. (Christina Landrum)

4. Plan your table in advance, so everything works together. Abeautiful table is like a beautiful lady. She has the necklace, braceletand earrings and it all works together. (Kelly Amen)

5. Obey the mathematics of comfort. Thirty inches is ideal for

each place setting. Nobody wants to be elbow-to-elbow. (ChristinaLandrum)

6. Hire a planner to help coordinate for the day-of. Find a way to bea host, instead of the one running everything. (Christina Landrum)


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Candles. Garlands. Table toppers. Interesting upholstery. It doesnt take a lot to

dress up your home for its holiday best. Sometimes, as many Houston designers

and decorators have discovered, its the small things that stand out.

I noticed a trend in the natural look for Christmas this year, says Kathy

Stratton of C&D Hardware. You can take some wood Santas, Nutcrackers and

reindeer, then add a bit of fresh or artificial greenery and some snow to capture an

updated look. Burlap is also a hot look right now and mixes very well with tradi-

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At C&D, youll find large rolls of burlap that you can use to make inexpensive

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Steven Joseph in Events gifts department echoes the sentiments about table run-

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Enter the neatest kitchen in the world and, still, most people fidget with the notionof others opening their kitchen cabinets, drawers and pantries. But not so withSusan Schneider. She encourages it.

You see, Schneider a Texas-registered interior designer specializing in kitchenspace is a pro when it comes to organization, and shes a keen-eyed sleuth when

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She also omitted the space divider in her upper cabinet. It iseasier to retrieve and return the long serving dishes stored there.Rather than do the A to Z work needed to create the dream

homes clients want, she works with other interior designers. Theyhire her for very specific skills: to blueprint the organizational andstorage space desired in a kitchen.

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people who did it, did a nice job. The layout didnt quite work forme, though,she says of her old space.I wore both the designer and client hats, she says about her

own remodel, which involved gutting the entire kitchen space. She

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I know how I cook, and I know where things need to be, shesays. If she wants to bake, for example, she prefers keeping themixer and all related utensils and bowls in one designated area inthe kitchen. Such mini work stations improve space and time effi-ciencies.

In addition to needing a very organized space that suited herbusy familys lifestyle, she says durable yet classic materials receivedtop consideration as did lighting. She chose absolute black granitefor the countertops, sleek wood cabinets more befitting to hermore modern home decor -- and white hard-working melamine

interiors for the maple drawer boxes.She added recessed halogen lights both low and high voltage

and selected easy-to-clean 14-inch porcelain tiles for the floor.New, high-end appliances were a must for this venerable cook.

To give her more countertop space, Schneider had a pull-uptable for the mixer built. It is all hidden from plain view behinda lower cabinet door.

She also added a pennisula that serves as both a work space andeating bar.

If I have one spatula, I have eight, she says with a smile. I

wanted them to all be together, which allows helpers to easily findor put away items. I like a clean look.

Schneider says her kitchen fits the style of the house andcontinues to look and serve well. Its all about planning . . . .

Schneider positioned her fold out pantry on the other side of the

peninsula, which serves as a work area and eating bar.

Mini work stations prove efficient. Here she has her various ovens

(microwave, warming and double wall) in one area.

Absolutely everything has its own place in Schneiders Braeswood

kitchen.

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After learning how to make it,

the oft-described wow! chocolate

pecan toffee became Schneiders

go-todessert that shed take to

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The holiday spirit is in the air at The Arbor Gate in Tomball.We decorate year-round, says Beverly Welch, owner. Were

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When you have a winner, as do

Paula Johnson and Laura

Menefree owners of a thought-

fully constructed new Houston Heights bungalow

it becomes evident that having the right team in

place is paramount.

Menefree says their first team pick was the archi-

tect. Antonio Flamenco at INsite Architecture

designed their second home on Lake Conroe seven

years ago. Crediting him with knowing what they

liked and how to make their city home different,

they were not disappointed with his presentation.

INsite also understood the sensitivities and restric-

tions of the designated historical district where

Menefree and Johnson planned to build. The firms

understanding of how to build new in an older

neighborhood proved important, since the Houston

Archeological and Historical Commission had to

approve the plans before construction could begin.

The plans then were submitted to three builders

for bids. Gabriel Home Builders won their confi-dence. Menefree and Johnson liked that the compa-

ny had previously built in the Heights, and they felt

comfortable knowing the builders have their office

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In a custom build situation, clear communication about the

budget and transparency on the costs during the building process

is critical, says Menefree. Youve got to have a team you can

trust implicitly.The final member of their team referred to them by Jeannine

Nuzzi, owner of Gabriel Home Builders was Laura Umansky,

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principal of the Laura U Design Studio. Jeannine gave us several

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on creating a home that catered to entertaining.

While the house appears large from the curbside, it feels cozier

when visitors walk immediately into a large open horizontal space

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The home is actually 2,800 square feet, all total. The owners didnot want a home that felt too large, and one where rooms

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To the left of the entry is a separate dining room that fronts the

house and features a glass-front, walk-in wine cellar.

In all the main living areas Umansky and her colleagues focused

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Laura and Paula wanted large-scale chairs in comfortable fab-

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kitchen, so it was important to us that the kitchen not be separat-

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At Lauras suggestions, we initially created an Ideabook on

Houzz.com that consisted of many rooms and furniture that weliked. And then we shared it with them, says Menefree, noting

the process provided helpful visual communication. With very

The master, decorated in a transitional style, is layered

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The master bath is to the right side of the room, and an

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few exceptions, we bought all new furnishings.

We also learned that it is important to identify those

design elements on which you can compromise, and those

that will bug you forever if you dont change them, says

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