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very New Year, millions of Americans make resolutions for themselves. If I had to 26 guess, I’d say that most of these promises are made December 31st or January 1st, and by January 15th, a wake of “maybe next year” statements trail behind. I prefer to make my resolutions in February. Unorthodox perhaps, but hear me out. It seems to me that the reason half of these promises we make to ourselves are broken is because they’re made at80 the last minute; people feeling that they can’t possibly start the New Year without Anne Marie Ashley a goal and so without much thought, they jot down a few that seem manageable. However, wouldn’t it feel great to know that your resolutions have true meaning to you, personally? I take the month of January to really assess where I am in life, what my daily routine looks like and what patterns I’ve accumulated over the past year. I make mental notes of the things that really seem to work for me – that I find therapeutic or helpful – and write down anything that seems like an unhealthy pattern or useless process. At the end of the month, I look at the list of things I want to change and next to each one, write a solution. Note: a SOLUTION, not a RESOLUTION. This distinction means that I can’t fail. Instead of resolving to do something and fearing that I won’t stick to it, I focus on the solution I want to implement and realize that even if it takes me all year, I can solve these things that cause discontent in my life. And further, I can take them into year after year with me as life improvements. This works for me, but I realize it may not work for everyone and that’s okay. But, my point is this: if you give yourself the time you need to make changes that really impact who you are, you’re bound to be more successful. And that’s what we’re doing at Urban Home. We’ve done away with things that don’t make sense and are adding things that do. We’ve assessed what really works for us and planned accordingly. Which means we’re in for an even better year in the Triangle. We’re kicking it off with our very first Arts/Culture and Travel/Leisure issue. We dug into the heart of the Triangle’s art scene to see what’s happening and we scoured the region for the best places to pamper you and your family. We’ve added more feature homes and better tips and trends. It’s all part of our solution to bring you the best the Triangle has to offer. Happy New Year.

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Contents

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trends 12

feature home In Living Color

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culture trends

Smithsonian of the South

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home trends

Paring Down and Brightening Up

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travel trends

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feature home



Get Away

Tender Loving Care

departments 50 essentials

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Culture Shock

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why the room works



Designer Spotlight: Christi Barbour

contributing editors 26

room service: patrick casey Chiang Reaction



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building a better home: ryan crosser & will mckendry

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style guide: amy gray





Building for a Restful Master Retreat

Easy Rider

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In Living Color A two-story house

sits on a tree-lined

street in an historic local neighborhood. In the late afternoon, neighbors pass walking dogs, holding hands, pushing baby joggers and admiring the homes and the architecture of a by-gone era.

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What is particularly interesting about many older historic neighborhoods is the diversity of both the residents and their homes. While there are some similarities, it’s hard to find any two homes that look identical. This makes for highly personalized interpretations of decorating styles. This was the draw that originally attracted Ladd and Michel VanDevender to their home years ago. “To me, it’s critical that my home reflect who I am and my family’s lifestyle,” said Michel. “Our home is

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a mixture of antiques and eclectic pieces, traditional and transitional, mid-century and vintage, found art and family heirlooms—all rolled into one unique place.” Michel started her decorating journey in the kitchen, where a small closet was removed to add a wine bar, a tray ceiling was installed to add more height and visual dimension and a cozy breakfast nook was created where there was none. Craftsman-styled, quarter sawn oak cabinets were chosen with translucent glass for a vintage touch, while honed granite

Our home is a mixture of antiques and eclectic pieces, traditional and transitional, mid-century and vintage, found art and family heirlooms—all rolled into one unique place.

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was chosen for the countertops to add even more warmth. A slate-colored porcelain tile was chosen for the floors for ease of maintenance. As you enter the house, you are greeted with stunning uses of color, patterns and texture. While each room is unique, they seamlessly blend to create a cohesive and inviting home. Make no mistake, the end result wasn’t rushed or hastily assembled. “My attitude about decorating is: I’d rather wait to find the right piece,” explains Michel. “I’ve got to like what I have, as style and personal comfort are very important to me.” What’s particularly interesting about the home is that many pieces either have a story rooted in transformation or is a “budget design find.” “Our living room sofa came from my husband’s first home—it was recovered. The dining room table and credenza was mine from years ago. The sofa in the den was a hand-me-down – recovered in a grey tweed fabric. The wing chairs near the fireplace were originally scratch and dent from a local antique fair. My hallway rug was purchased from eBay, and the majority of our art is either reframed family portraits, vintage pieces I’ve collected from flea markets or art my two children have made,” said Michel. Though each piece is unique, Michel’s attitude is, “it must be livable and comfortable” for her family. She draws inspiration from designers like David Hicks, Kelly Wearstler and Jonathan Adler. “Buy quality things you love,” adds Michel. “You can find a place for them and make them work in your home.”v

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Culture n Trends

SMITHSONIAN of the south By Nancy Atkinson

Known as the Smithsonian of the South, Raleigh is one of the premiere art destinations in North Carolina. The city recently adopted a vision to become the southern capital for arts and culture and residents here have embraced the non-profits, galleries and museums that are devoted to inspiring a community of art lovers. The North Carolina Museum for the Arts is considered one of the premier art museums in the south. The museum’s associate curator of contemporary art, Jennifer Dasal, describes Raleigh’s art scene as vibrant. “It’s very eclectic,” says Jennifer. “The sheer amount of local art interest – galleries, community programs, creative media, printmakers, photographers, glass artists, sculptors, jewelers and more – allows for an exciting mix and melding of directions and styles.” As with all cities across America, artists, patrons and arts institutions in Raleigh felt the impact of the recession. “Regardless, the need to create art and show it to the public never fades,” says Jennifer. Wonderful community resources help keep Raleigh’s art scene strong, by providing unique opportunities to artists and art lovers of all levels and ages. The Visual Art Exchange (VAE) is a non-profit incubator and gallery that supports and educates emerging professional and student artists. VAE is also the force behind SPARKcon, an interdisciplinary art and design festival held each September in downtown Raleigh. Artspace is another non-profit devoted to providing arts education and community outreach programs. Located in downtown Raleigh in the historic Sanders Ford building, Artspace holds interactive workshops for more than 2,000 school-aged children each year, provides art programming for at-risk youth as well as classes and workshops. Artspace offers more than 100 public events annually, all of which are open to the community and free of charge. On the first Friday of every month, the downtown art galleries and studios host Raleigh’s First Friday Art Walks, a self-guided tour of downtown’s cutting edge cultural hot spots, showcasing new art and artists. With live music and refreshments along the way, residents and visitors find First Fridays a wonderful way to experience Raleigh with family and friends. What’s next for this interesting city and its local artists? Jennifer says that while downtown Raleigh is still the nexus of the art scene, she sees a trend for art to grow outside the confines of the city center. “Raleigh has grown exponentially in the past decade or two,” she says. “I think we’ll start to see studios, community programs and art projects moving outwards throughout the city. I think North Raleigh is due for some opportunities.”

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With several community art spaces, close to 20 museums and more than 23 art galleries, there’s a lot to inspire you in this cultural city.

Here’s your opportunity to explore the local scene, with our guide to the galleries, events and artists that bring art to life in Raleigh.

The Venues

Visual Art Exchange (VAE) Known as the place where emerging artists get their start, this gallery exhibits the work of more than 1,300 artists each year in more than 60 exhibitions. Located at 309 West Martin Street, VAE is open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. First Friday hours are 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Artspace This dynamic studio environment of established and emerging artists is a center for hands-on arts education and nationally acclaimed exhibitions. It offers open studio space to local artists and its regional emerging artist-in-residence program provides NC-based artists with six months free studio space each year. Located at 201 E. Davie Street, Artspace is open to the public on First Fridays from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

North Carolina Museum of Art (NCMA) With a permanent collection of art spanning more than 5,000 years, from ancient Egypt to the present, this museum provides an educational, aesthetic, intellectual and cultural experience. Recently renovated to let natural light in without disturbing the art, the facility’s travelling collections have included Monet, Rembrandt and Rodin. Located at 2110 Blue Ridge Road, NCMA is open Tuesday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The museum stays open until 9 p.m. on Friday nights. Contemporary Art Museum (CAM) Located in the warehouse district in downtown Raleigh, CAM seeks to curate the most contemporary works of art and design and is on the fast track to becoming one of the highlights for residents and visitors. CAM is located at 409 West Martin Street. Closed on Tuesdays, the museum is open other weekdays from 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. (stays open until 10 p.m. on First Friday) and weekends from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.

The Galleries Flanders Gallery A gallery dedicated to exhibiting provocative and innovative contemporary art, with as many as 18 exhibits each year. Located at 302 S. West Street. Adam Cave Fine Art Representing a select group of regional and nationally known painters, printmakers and photographers you will find this gallery on the second floor of an historic building in downtown Raleigh, 115 1/2 East Hargett Street. Gallery C A fine art gallery known for bringing the works of talented artists to the attention of serious private collectors, corporations and museums, Gallery C features more than 30 contemporary artists as well as historically important North Carolina art, Haitian art, folk art, animation art and antique prints. Local Color Gallery An artist cooperative where you can meet and interact directly with local artists who work in a variety of mediums. Located at 22 Glenwood Avenue, the gallery is open each Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and on First Fridays 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Charlottefrom Chamber Isaac Payne

The Mahler Fine Art Here you will find the very best in regional emerging and established artists – a diverse selection of painters, printmakers, photographers and North Carolina fine art. Located at 228 Fayetteville Street, the Mahler building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Lump An artist-run gallery, Lump is committed to exhibiting thought-provoking and challenging contemporary art that falls outside the confines of a commodity-driven art market. Located at 505 S. Blount Street, the gallery is open on Saturdays from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. and by appointment during the week. Tipping Paint Gallery This artists’ collaborative features wonderful art ranging from realistic to abstract, humorous to serious and an opportunity to meet and talk with the artists. Located at 311 West Martin Street, the gallery hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and First Fridays from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

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ARTS CALENDAR 2014 Show your support for the arts in Raleigh by getting out, meeting the artists and learning more about their work. This year offers many opportunities, from first Fridays to the annual fall festival for the arts and upcoming exhibitions. Bookmark these websites to find events you’ll want to attend.

First Friday

Held the first Friday of each month, this gallery crawl is a great way to experience downtown Raleigh. Events run from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. and involve many galleries, restaurants and other venues. Participating venues are marked with flags to help you on this self-guided tour.

Sparkcon

A festival designed to showcase the creativity, talent and ideas of the Triangle region of North Carolina, SPARKcon is a program of the Visual Art Exchange (VAE). This four-day grassroots festival held on Fayetteville Street each September is filled with art, music, dance, film, fashion, design and more.

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artist Spotlight: Tisha Weddington Focusing on the duality of nature, Tisha Weddington’s work is both familiar and unexpected. A product of the south, she studied art at the North Carolina School of the Arts in Winston Salem and moved on to the Art institute of Chicago before settling in Raleigh to work on her art. The work is meant to be, as she puts it, comic, beautiful and kinetic, always with a dark side. You can find Tisha’s artwork at the Adam Cave Fine Art Gallery in Raleigh. Tisha Weddington

UH: How many years have you been in Raleigh and why do you choose to create here? TW: The main reason I choose to create here is family. I’m originally from Charleston, SC but grew up in Raleigh. After attending The NC School of the Arts for high School and The Art Institute of Chicago for my BFA, I decided to return home and have been back in Raleigh for the last 15 years. I love to travel for inspiration, but NC will always be my home.

UH: What drives you to create and what inspires your paintings? TW: Art is something that I have to do; it resonates in my soul. My life doesn’t feel complete unless I’m being creative in some way. Seeing the unusual in things has always inspired my paintings. I love to seek out the humor in a situation and make people a little uncertain about what they are seeing. I express my thoughts, feelings and opinions by taking reality and distorting it as I please.

UH: What is a typical day like for you? TW: Currently my life is a little crazy! I have a 3-year old little boy named Liam who is full of energy and wonder. I’m also due to have my second son in just a few weeks, so I try to savor every moment I get to be creative. It’s not as much as I would like, but I know that the little things throughout my day are always influencing my art.

UH: How has your art evolved over the years and what is exciting you or challenging you now? TW: My imagery has always been fairly consistent, but my technique has changed over the years. Fresh out of college, my painting was a lot looser and darker in subject matter as well as color. I spent time perfecting my craft, and my work grew tighter and more refined. I began using layering techniques, brightening my colors and incorporating humor into my work – probably inspired by my husband Graham, who reminds me not to take myself too seriously! When I became pregnant with my first son, my colors became brighter and my subject matter became even more fun and playful. I have always loved making people question what they see when it comes to my work, to wonder and laugh and scratch their heads!

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UH: Why do you think people need art in their lives? TW: For me, art is how I express my thoughts about the world. Viewing the art of others can give rise to emotions within us and help us explore and interpret what we are feeling. As our lives get more complicated, art helps us to relax and think from a different point of view, reorganize our thoughts.

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Chiang Reaction

Patrick Casey “Go bold and go big.” Embrace the drama and mystery that is Chiang Mai.

I have a fond childhood memory of my mother bringing home a magnificently colorful dragon fabric that would soon envelop our den. Within a matter of weeks, the room was swathed in an array of Asian accents…striking new window treatments, fabulous throw pillows…and yes, even a pair of wondrously-bizarre chairs! My new everyday scene transported me to a magical land nestled amongst the rolling foothills of the Himalayan Mountains, a majestic ancient kingdom called Chiang Mai in Northern Thailand. This mystical place was home to roaring dragons, blossoming chrysanthemums and colorfully torched lanterns flocking together in harmony. It’s no coincidence that one of Schumacher’s best-loved designs, Chiang Mai Dragon, was originally derived from and inspired by an exuberant Art Deco print from this same region in Thailand. The post 1920s trade routes eventually opened the door to these fascinating portals of exotic drama and intriguing design possibilities and brought them to people all over the world. Until then, this isolated gem was only accessible through an arduous river journey, an elephant-back trip, or best of all (and in my case), a child’s imagination. This isolation helped preserve Chiang Mai’s distinctive

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charm throughout history until its potential was unleashed and eventually set free to roam our family den in a more modern day. It’s because of this that I plead — don’t limit yourself to just a pair of throw pillows. You know I always say, “Go bold and go big.” Embrace the drama and mystery that is Chiang Mai. You never know, you may begin your own personal “Chiang Reaction” and your child may one day end up writing a story about it! v Patrick Casey is the manager of Green Front Interiors and Rugs in Raleigh, a store offering luxury furnishings, rugs and designs. Visit the Green Front store at 2004 Yonkers Road in Raleigh, or call them at 919-754-9754. For more information, visit www.greenfront.com.

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HOME n Trends

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brightening up

Paring Down and

By Anne Marie Ashley Photography by Lauren McKay

When Jane and Bill decided to downsize from their

larger home in Cary, the couple naturally looked at some of the older historic homes near downtown Raleigh for a gem that they could make their own.

“We wanted to be closer to all the restaurants, museums and culture we enjoy,” explains Jane. They found the perfect cottage-style home in the Glenwood-Brooklyn neighborhood of Raleigh and got to work adding style to their corner lot home. Originally a duplex, the home was built in 1913 to house teachers from the nearby Methodist Children’s home. The Glenwood-Brooklyn neighborhood was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2002 and is just a short distance to the downtown area. Before the couple purchased the home, the two rental units had undergone an extensive renovation by contractor Duncan Ray, adding a master bedroom, bath and a front porch. Both fireplaces were saved, creating a warm, inviting spaces for a three bedroom, three bath home. Coming from their mostly neutral home in Cary, Jane was certain she wanted a home with lots of color and was drawn to a more modern February/ March 2014 Urban Home triangle 29

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aesthetic. She walked into the Design Lines office and was greeted by her new designer, Lauren McKay. “The challenge was to create an upbeat functional environment within a small space of only 1,780-square feet,” says Jane. A former art gallery owner and museum director, Jane had collected quite a few pieces of art for their home and the couple drew inspiration for color and design from their favorite pieces, including “Frida and Me” by Miriam Schapiro. Working with a palette of blues, greens and purples, Lauren took cues from the space to pull a cohesive look together. “The style that you create in a home doesn’t have to match the architecture,” suggests Lauren. “I think it’s fun to mix more modern pieces with older homes – the style is easily transitional and typically timeless.” She called in a trim carpenter to construct an over-mantle so that the homeowners could put a TV over the fireplace and used local resources to furnish almost the entire home, while Jane snuck in some pieces from their favorite store, West Elm. “We like unusual or one-of-a-kind objects, so we try to buy original artwork and local pottery,” Jane adds. When asked what their favorite rooms are, both Jane and Lauren chime in. “I really like the serene quality of our master bedroom,” says Jane. “I thought I was more of a warm color person, but I feel very comfortable within the calming blues and greens of that space.” Lauren adds that her favorite is actually the guest bathroom. “I just love that wallpaper and it really is a retreat for guests.”v

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Travel n Trends

A Regional Guide to Pampering Yourself We scoured the region looking for the best spots to pamper yourself and your family. From Virginia and Tennessee to right here in the Carolinas and places in between, some of the best spots in the nation dot our southern landscape. Whether it’s a trip to the spa, an indulgent meal or shopping ‘till you drop, pick your poison and hop in the car! An easy weekend getaway, any one of these handpicked selections is sure to tickle your road-tripping bone and leave you refreshed, rejuvenated and recharged this year.

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Spas Westglow Spa

The Farmhouse Spa at Blackberry Farm

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places and built in 1917, Westglow Resort is named for the evening glow of a sunset in the west. A Relais & Châteaux property, the spa has over 15 types of massage treatments, 17 facial treatments and 22 body treatments in total. Try the Ultimate Vichy Experience. www.westglowresortandspa.com. 224 Westglow Circle, Blowing Rock, NC.

Set to open in the spring of 2014, the spa at Blackberry Farm is an expansion on the luxury hotel at Blackberry Farm. The setting alone is indulgent with 360-degree views of the gorgeous Great Smoky Mountains, but the spa is set to be the ultra-luxe wellness center in the South. Based on a philosophy that combines fitness, nutrition and recovery, the wellness center will offer programs that start with any number of fitness options including biking, hiking and yoga, and end with a rejuvenating body treatment at the spa and even a seat at the juicing bar, if you so choose. www.blackberryfarm.com. 1471 West Millers Cove Road, Walland, Tennessee.

Pinehurst Spa Forbes Travel Guide gave Pinehurst Resort and Spa four stars. Offering full-day spa packages, the spa at Pinehurst has spa programs that combine services for a full day of pampering. They even have packages just for men – perfect for golfers and athletes. www.pinehurst.com. 80 Carolina Vista Drive, Pinehurst, NC. The Spa at Old Edwards Inn Nestled in the mountains of the North Carolina Highlands, the spa at Old Edwards Inn was voted the number one hotel spa in North America by Conde Nast Traveler’s readers in 2010. European-style treatments mark the list of services at the spa and the facilities are a study in relaxation all their own. The fireside lounge overlooking the Highlands, the serenity solarium and the open-air terrace are just a few of the many spaces to rejuvenate after a relaxing treatment. www.oldedwardsinn.com. 445 Main Street, Highlands, NC. The Spa at The Sanctuary at Kiawah A Forbes Travel Guide pick in 2013, The Spa at The Sanctuary is an elevated experience done with southern style. Indulge in a rejuvenating mint julep facial or detoxify tight muscles with an ocean fossil mineral therapy treatment. You can even take part in a private Pilates or yoga class. We suggest a body fusion massage – multi-sensory experiences that combine restorative skin treatments with the therapeutic benefits of a full body massage. www.kiawahresort.com. One Sanctuary Beach Drive, Kiawah Island, SC.

The Umstead Spa Offering a selection of organic and signature treatments, the spa at Umstead is a perfect way to indulge your senses in the elements of nature. The mediation courtyard is ideal for peace and quiet after a relaxing massage or body wrap. www.theumstead.com. 100 Woodland Pond Drive, Cary, NC.

The Spa at Fearrington Just eight miles from Chapel Hill is the destination and day spa at Fearrington. It’s the only spa in the Southeast to use Elemis, a leading British luxury spa and skincare company, in their treatments. Choose from aromatherapy massages, body wraps, skin treatments and more at this relaxing spa right in the middle of the piedmont. www.fearrington.com. 2000 Fearrington Village, Pittsboro, NC.

The Spa at Sanderling This spa is recognized by Conde Nast Traveler Reader’s Choice Awards as number three in the nation. With soothing views of Currituck Sound, the Spa at Sanderling has 10 treatment rooms offering coastal and seasonal massages, facials and body treatments. The spa even offers Acupuncture during the summer as a treatment, an ancient Chinese relaxation method not found at typical spas. www.sanderling-resort.com. 1461 Duck Road, Duck, NC.

The Spa at Primland Just over the Virginia line is the destination spa at Primland. Set amid the majestic pastoral landscape of the Virginia countryside, the spa at Primland combines organic and Native American methods of relaxation approved and honored by the local American Indian advisors. The treatments, based on the concept of the American Indian medicine wheel, are intended to work in line with energies of nature, turning, as do the seasons, in an ongoing cycle. www.primland.com. 2000 Busted Rock Road, Meadows of Dan, VA.

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Shopping Fearrington Village Three boutique shops owned and managed by the team at Fearrington means truly unique shopping experiences, all be it a quick stop. McIntyre’s Books is one of the South’s most celebrated independent bookstores and sits alongside Haven, the spa boutique full of ultra luxe spa products and Dovecote, a lifestyle boutique with an everchanging inventory of clothing and accessories you won’t find elsewhere. www.fearrington.com. 2000 Fearrington Village, Pittsboro, NC. Charlottesville Historic Downtown Mall Consistently rated as one of the top ten cities to visit with families, Charlottesville is charming, close and has an excellent opportunity for unique shopping. The historic downtown mall is full antique shops, high-end fashion boutiques, fabric stores, bookstores, jewelry stores and rugs and carpet stores – all in an outdoor setting of a quaint downtown. www.downtowncharlottesville.net. Main Street, Charlottesville, VA. Buckhead This district in Atlanta covers the northern fifth of the city and full of high-rises, luxe hotels and plenty of shopping and restaurants. Lenox Mall and Phipps Plaza mark the top of the V-shape that is Buckhead and houses stores like Gucci, Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Armani and Saks 5th Avenue, to name a few. www.buckhead-atl.com. Downtown Charleston Walk the historic cobblestone streets as you pamper yourself shopping in stores and boutiques you won’t find in Charlotte. The King Street Fashion District, as it’s called, was named one of the “Top 10 Shopping Districts in the USA” by Forbes Traveler. Make sure to stop by nationally recognized fashion boutique, Hampden Clothing, for designers like Rag and Bone, Alexander Wang and Rebecca Taylor and the King Street institution, Copper Penny, will always be packed with eager shoppers. As if you could possibly need more shopping, duck into any one of the art galleries, antique shops or jewelry stores that dot the fashion district too. www.charlestoncvb.com. King Street, Charleston, NC.

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Historic Brightleaf Square Elegant antiques, new music, beautiful stationery, rare books and more comprise this gorgeous historic square in Durham. Independent retailers in a historic setting offer a fun shopping experience for everyone. www.historicbrightleaf. com. 905 West Main Street, Durham, NC. Downtown Wilmington With 43 specialty stores, 27 apparel stores, 39 art galleries and antique stores and too many other shops to count, the shopping in downtown Wilmington rivals that of a big city. Find rare books, gourmet food, wine and beer, furniture, jewelry and more. www.wilmingtondowntown.com. Front Street, Wilmington, NC.

Dining Revolution Revolution, located in downtown Durham, serves innovative and eclectic cuisine that fuses international culinary techniques with different food styles. Try a smattering of options with the three-course ‘Feed Me’ menu or the sevencourse ‘The Feast’ menu. www.revolutionrestaurant.com. 107 W. Main Street, Durham, NC. Cúrate Family owned and operated, Cúrate serves traditional Spanish tapas with a modern twist. Opened in an old bus station in 1927, the menu is full of authentic Spanish food made with local, organic ingredients and served in the small plates style. The wine list is extensive with over 70 of the finest wines handpicked by the chef and her husband and 40 served by the glass. A unique and delicious experience from start to finish. www.curatetapasbar.com. 11 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, NC.

The Best Cellar Established in 1975, The Best Cellar began in a basement on Main Street, where the previous owners sold soups, sandwiches and new and used books. Over the years, the menu evolved from sandwiches and soups to the freshest of meats and seafood served in the beautiful High Country of North Carolina. www.ragged-gardens.com. 203 Sunset Dr, Blowing Rock, NC. Elliots on Linden The small farms that dot the Carolina countryside are the inspiration for the food on the table at Elliots on Linden. Offering the freshest in fish, pasta, meat and produce, Elliots is the baby of chef and owner Mark Elliot and has led to two other restaurants, including The Sly Fox Gastropub in Pinehurst. www.elliottsonlinden.com. 905 Linden Road, Pinehurst, NC. Carolina Crossroads Restaurant and Bar Awarded the AAA Four Diamond Award, Wine Spectator Award of Excellence and Forbes Four-Star Service Award to name a few, this cozy Chapel Hill restaurant and its fine dining menu are unparalleled in the piedmont. Located in The Carolina Inn, this restaurant serves local foods with the highest quality ingredients. www.carolinainn.com. 211 Pittsboro Street, Chapel Hill, NC.

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American Grocery Specializing in “refined American seasonal cuisine”; American Grocery is dishing out classic southern and American food with polished elegance. Staples include the grouper and salt crusted ribeye, but venture out and try the rabbit confit or the braised beef toungue. www.americangr.com. 732 South Main Street, Greenville, SC. Holeman and Finch Public House At the core, Holeman and Finch lives to serve you pork – from bacon served with poached egg, to salted pork rinds and fresh pasta carbanara with aged pork jowel. But, it also has a whole vegetable section of the menu, brunch on Sundays and the famous burger – each night, 24 exquisite, double patty cheeseburgers are assembled on house-made buns and served alongside hand-cut fries and homemade ketchup, mustard and pickles—only 24.  The burger is not listed on the menu, but guests can reserve theirs at any point during service. www.holeman-finch.com. 2277 Peachtree Road, Atlanta, GA. Rhubarb A new restaurant in Asheville serving tapas, full plates and even a family meal depending on your mood. Run by James Beard Award winner and former chef at Blackberry Farm, John Fleer, patrons can expect nothing short of an incredible dining experience with heart and quality. www.rhubarbasheville.com. 7 SW Pack Square, Asheville, NC. February/ March 2014 Urban Home triangle 37

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For the most part, all anyone ever wants is to express who they really are.

This can take shape in any manner of demonstrations. several other homes, but just couldn’t get this one out of our mind. For some, it evolves through fashion. For others, their work. And With every visit to the house, it became easier to imagine what it for Gary Mathis and Mark Wells, it flows through the love they would be like to live in the space.” put into their historic 1920s home. “We wanted our home to Armed with Gary’s experience in interior design, the couple got reflect who we are as individuals and as a to work on renovations working closely with couple,” explains Gary. From the antique their contractor, Matt Ferguson of Stirling A love for battleship model, rescued from Mark’s Group and architect Drew Button. “We grandmother’s attic to the original book went to painstaking detail to preserve and earthly elements drove press filled with medical journals and the recreate original elements of the home,” the design. the couple vintage chair covered in hand-branded says Gary. The first four months were spent leather, their home is nothing but a breaking the home down to the studs so chose lots of wood and reflection of themselves; full of love, a that the team could reach the electrical and passion for entertaining and a distinct stone textures to mix with plumbing lines for repair. They also worked style that’s all their own. to redesign the kitchen and the master suite Hip local hot spots are packed vintage and found objects off of it to feel updated, yet like it had always with patrons young and old, and once been a part of the home. A screened-in that punctuate the décor dilapidated homes have been lovingly porch was added off the back of the home turned into funky urban dwellings. It’s for ample entertaining and original touches in every corner. precisely this kind of neighborhood like glass doorknobs and hardwood floors atmosphere, alongside their vision for and were added back into the renovation to what this 1920s bungalow could be, that sold Mark and Gary on restore character in the home. “We had a very clear vision of how we purchasing the home. “We had noticed this home long before it ever wanted to define our new space,” explains Gary. “We didn’t want was ever put on the market,” recalls Gary, “and always wondered too much space or to feel like we had rooms that we never used. what was behind the large overgrown shrubs and aluminum awnings We wanted a living area that was warm and inviting, a kitchen and that hid the front of the house.” What they found inside was a well- dining area that was large enough to entertain, and a private master preserved historic home with little renovation and perfectly good suite that was spacious and special.” bones ready to wear the couple’s personality like skin. “We looked at A love for earthly elements drove the design and the couple chose February/ March 2014 Urban Home triangle 41

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lots of wood and stone textures to mix with vintage and found objects that punctuate the décor in every corner. “Nature creates a sense of calm, peace and centered-ness that we wanted to bring into the home,” offers Mark, “and the vintage objects are a nod to our heritage – we both grew up in the south.” An oversized island was added in the kitchen to create a cooking and gathering spot, while a mahogany square dining table and banquet seating opened up a unique dining space in the formal dining room. Gary even created his own sconces to complete the dining area using panels made of real bark that emanate an earthy glow when the lights are turned on, complimenting the moss centerpiece perfectly. In every nook and cranny, Mark and Gary lovingly placed items they found interesting, historic or meaningful, including a vintage doctor’s bag, mechanical wheels, old books, leather saddles, worn teddy bears and the model battleship Mark’s grandmother was given before her soldier went to war. “Design is most successful when it creates a space in which we can relax and re-energize,” says Mark. “For us, that means surrounding ourselves with things that bring us joy. This could be colors and fabrics, books, photographs, and art. It could be things that were gifted to us or things that we’ve always had; and finally things that we have picked from antique stores, flea market and roadside junk shops.” The kitchen is clearly a favorite room for the couple, having become a true “heart of the home” for them, though their closet stacked with boots and hats for line dancing runs a close second. When asked what their best advice is for decorating, both Mark and Gary express similar sentiments – collect things that help you remember who your are and who you want to be. “You should feel warm inside when you look around your home,” offers Gary. “A home represents the individual. First and foremost, it should make the homeowner feel at home.”v February/ March 2014 Urban Home triangle 43

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Proper space arrangement, using quality materials, and planning your costs will go a long way into making your master suite a dream retreat.

As more homeowners decide to stay put rather than trade up to their dream home, renovation projects have been on the rise. Kitchens and master suites are usually at the top of the list because those two spaces are where people spend the majority of their time. However, getting the most out your master suite takes more planning than you might imagine. The first potential pitfall is poor space planning. Most people commonly assume they need a huge bedroom, but having a floor plan that’s much larger than needed to accommodate your furniture makes the room feel cavernous, not cozy. Adding details like crown molding and allotting more square footage to the closet and bathroom will give you much more for the money. Proper lighting throughout the suite is important, but perhaps it is most critical in the bathroom. Dimmers can help give you a spa atmosphere when you want to relax or

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brighten up the room when you’re giving it Afterglass a deep cleaning. Using lots of stone and will contribute to a luxurious feel, but most homeowners insist the best feature they choose is a heated floor. It’s one item that is tempting to cut out of the budget, but unlike other options it cannot be added once the project is complete. The most ideal layouts connect the bathroom to the closet. Since many couples operate on separate schedules, this space plan allows for one partner to get ready without disturbing the other’s sleep. To make the two spaces cohesive, Andrew Roby often refers homeowners to a custom cabinetmaker who is able to construct coordinating cupboards for the closet and the bathroom. Like the bathroom, the closet is in use every day. Heavier quality materials will ensure it will last, and using an expert designer is important. Elements should include drawers, a countertop to fold and layout clothes, and a pullout ironing board.

Planning your costs depends on your priorities, but there are ways to get beautiful style without breaking the budget.

Many of my clients enjoy having a separate makeup table outside of the bathroom that also serves as a place to store jewelry. Installing a softer floor material such as bamboo is easier on the toes than a hard tile and makes a nice compromise if a homeowner would rather not carpet the floor. Planning your costs depends on your priorities, but there are ways to get beautiful style without breaking the budget. There are so many options today that have made the variance between economical and more expensive tile harder to distinguish. Homeowners can also save on countertop selections. Most would be surprised to know that stone is priced based on availability at the time. You can get the same quality with a slightly different look and save thousands of dollars.

On the other hand, you get what you pay for concerning light and plumbing fixtures. Homeowners can be cheated when they try to save 20 percent by buying the product from a big box store or off the Internet. Though the exterior may look the same, they aren’t made with the same quality and often parts can be missing. Proper space arrangement, using quality materials and planning your costs will go a long way into making your master suite a dream retreat.v Will McKendry, vice president of Andrew Roby Triangle, and Ryan Crosser vice president of Andrew Roby Coastal, both have extensive experience in custom home project management focusing on style and craftsmanship. For more information visit our website at www.andrewroby.com or call 919-210-2928 for Triangle projects and 252-648-8007 for coastal projects.

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by Anne Marie Ashley

Why The Room Works We love this oasis of a bathroom by interior designer Christi Barbour. We just had to get the scoop on how she pulled it off, so read ahead to find out why this relaxing room works. Christi: Our clients were full-time working parents looking for a spa-like getaway complete with details you would see in any luxury hotel bathroom.   The well-traveled couple knew they wanted something fresh and clean with a modern influence in a traditional home. We reconfigured the entire space, changing the guest bathroom, linen closet, bedroom closet and laundry room into a much larger master bathroom and adjoining dressing room. We installed a custom designed marble shower complete with Grohe rain head and body sprays (a dream shower for him). The focal point of the bathroom is the glass tile wall and floating tub.  Although the footprint of the space was rather narrow, we were able to work in a freestanding air jet tub, something very important to her.  In order to place the tub in its exact location we had to lose a window — something the homeowners did not want to do — so we replaced it with one at the end of the bathroom.  This move turned out to be ideal as it allows the morning sunrise to fill the bathroom with natural light.    The custom designed his and her vanities are finished in Benjamin Moore’s Ozark Shadows, a perfect compliment to the Calacatta marble.  In a tight space like this bathroom, storage is at a premium so storage mirrors were incorporated providing a unique approach with a clean, modern aesthetic. Luxury components of the bathroom include built-in night lights that softly illuminate the mirrors at night, a recessed flat screen tv, cabinet mounted heat registers to keep floors warm in the winter and a heated backrest integrated into the tub. The simplicity of the design and architecture create the clean and fresh aesthetic and the multi-sized wall flowers added a spalike atmosphere, pulling together the ideal space for this couple.

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